Eleven years ago yesterday I decided to become a pastor. I've been a church planter for about half of that time. For the most part, I feel as fulfilled as I hoped I would be when I made that decision.
I'm very excited about helping our community with the Orange Santa program, a partnership with the Hutto Police Department. We'll be organizing the community wide toy drive for Christmas. I've done stuff like this on a small scale in years past, and it's been very rewarding. I can imagine what it will be like for over 100 kids.
My calendar is filling up with lots of projects and responsibilities. I've yet to have those panicky, "what have I gotten myself into" feelings yet. Hopefully they stay away.
It was a step of faith 11 years ago to become a pastor. I knew I was giving up a lot of opportunity for more money and prestige. But, the things I really want out of life have come into focus and I'm as happy as I've ever been.
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So glad you answered the call! The pay is much better than anything else and I'm glad you know that. I've never met anyone as smart as you so I know you could be using that brain for something pretty major but I think this is what you were MADE for! We love you.
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