Pilgrimage Ponderings
I'm back but I think my brain is still in Texas
I have several blog posts ruminating within me regarding actions taken at General Conference. Of course, some of those actions I am learning about from others, as I have not yet had time to review the 1000 or more petitions that were handled through consent calendars.
But right now I am trying to reconnect with my family, manage my crazy work schedule (had a district meeting to help lead less than 24 hours after returning), and develop our plan for packing and moving.
So there will be more profound thoughts to come, later, on at least these topics: the meaning of church membership, the possibility of deacons receiving limited sacramental authority for the missional purposes of the church, how the worldwide church idea might both help and hinder ministry, and the permission given to some local pastors to vote in general conference elections.
Right now, I am just trying to catch my breath!
Amy Forbus: I'm still decompressing, too. I really am hoping that a fellow church member had no idea what he was asking when he emailed me to ask how I voted on every petition. Yes, he used the word "every." Thanks to some deep breaths and prayer, I answered in a civil manner. Looks like he wants a big chunk of my time, but he's not getting it until June. (05/07/08)