Thank you for your prayers and concern regarding Pastor Randy’s health. His recovery from heart bypass surgery will be slower than expected, but he is on the road to recovery. Unfortunately, he will not be able to finish out the rest of the year as he had hoped. With that in mind, the Managing Director Team (Lori Short, Ray Slaubaugh, and Isaac Gaff) want to share with you what the next few weeks look like before we transition to a new Directing Pastor, Sylvester Weatherall, beginning in January.

Randy’s low vision already necessitated a modified preaching schedule throughout the fall and winter. He was scheduled to preach Sunday, December 22; Christmas Eve services, and Sunday, December 29. Michael Pitzer will be preaching December 22, Lori Bultemeier will be preaching the Christmas Eve services, and Ray Owens will preach on Sunday, December 29. One of the advantages of having a professional, knowledgeable, and experienced staff is that even in these moments of extended transition; day-to-day and week-to-week responsibilities are covered, and the life of the church (worship, pastoral care, discipleship, etc.) continues. Please do not hesitate to contact the office if you have needs during this time.

Randy and his family deeply appreciate your prayers and concern during this time. The best way to keep informed about how to pray is to login to Randy’s Caring Bridge webpage here. This page has the most up to date details about his condition and recovery.

Lori Short, Ray Slaubaugh, Isaac Gaff - Managing Directors