The Mega-Why?

Last time I introduced a little bit what I was going after in this series. And yes, I know it’s going on a long time. Before I get too much further into it, I wanted to clarify why it is this question has some hold on me. As some of you know, I am now, for better or worse, and elder at my local church . I have learned much, met many new folks, seen attendance rise (not my fault), heard squabbles, shared joy, and been encouraged by many "God sightings." Frankly, when I accepted the election to serve I didn’t know completely what I was getting into; but I wasn’t caught off guard either. It’s been a joy, a challenge and a humbling privilege. I found out how much I didn’t know, and in how many new places I could serve. Hopefully I’m holding my own, but we’ll see as time goes on. The biggest challenge for me has been balancing this role with my roles of father and husband. We have also hired, as of just under two years ago, a new Sr. P...