Our objective is to hire at some point after May 2012 when we pay off the Family Life Center. After an extended sabbatical, Bill will return in the role of Seniors’ Minister, a position  previously held by Wayne Stout. This decision was made in order to be able to fully minister to those over the age of fifty; a segment which represents 1/3 of our congregation. We think this is important as we continue to grow a multigenerational church. Bill summed up his time here saying, “I have had the privilege of being your preacher since 1984. Before I arrived, I was confident that the Lord was directing me here. Since my arrival I have experienced one validation after another. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would be here through seven presidential elections. Thank you for your graciousness. I can only hope that you have been as blessed with me as I have been with you...This has not been my job but my life. During the past 27 plus years, this congregation has grown tremendously in its attendance and in its influence in this community; and through our missions program, to the world. I am so blessed to be associated with you. I have grown to love this church as my family.”

Steve Robison, a member of the Transition Team, shared information from the team and outlined the responsibilities placed on them by the eldership. The team will collect information, advise in the search process, and will evaluate the health of the church. In an effort to accomplish their goals, the team will:

• Conduct surveys of the congregation and evaluate our spiritual health and our ministries.
• Ensure effective communication throughout the transition
• Conduct Round Table discussions with the congregation to solicit input.
• Maintain a timeline for the transition

Please join us in prayer for this process. We ask you to pray for God’s will to be fulfilled, North Terrace to be spiritually healthy and unified and our ministers and the leadership be strengthened.