Being in a first call it`s unrealistic to have a lot of expectations, even though I`m a second career person, ... This call has set me up with expectations for my next call. I couldn`t have come to a better place for my first call. These two congregations are nurturing.
We can`t let such a bit of history slip through our fingers.
I`m a jaded idealist. It`s a paradox, but that`s what ministry is all about, ... I wouldn`t say these things about Ironwood if I didn`t believe it.