Part of being endorsed my the C&MA is being ordained. I have not been the quickest at this process, but the time is drawing near. I have only one more doctrinal paper to complete and one little book to read. I hope to be done by the end of the week. We will see. After that I have a written exam in the middle of March and then an oral interview on April 10 by a group of pastors in my district. I could really care less about the title "Reverend." I just can't wait to get this done! It is just one more step closer to the goal! We are still hoping to hit the May boards! The key will be to get a letter from my seminary telling the Army what classes I am signed up to complete this summer. Other than that, I am really close!
While our goal is still a little way out, we have had some good "rest" time in our new fellowship. We also have a little more direction as to how God may want to use us in this interim time and we are excited. It is just enough to allow us to use our spiritual gifts and yet not feel overwhelmed. While we are looking forward to the Army Chaplaincy, it is great to see God work today. Preparation is not just about the future, it is also about the present and God is giving us opportunities to be used by Him now!
Not too long ago I asked for prayer regarding a possible placement in a local Reserve unit. Nothing has happened. I have tried to "make" it work, but have not received any calls back. I may try one more option before seeing this as a closed door. I'll keep you posted.
Blessings,
Rob
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Thursday, February 14, 2008
Face book or Blogger or both
I haven't spent a lot of time here lately, but more recently I have encountered face-book. Now I know I am behind the times, but I didn't realize what an amazing connector it is. So, while I haven't been here for awhile, I have returned for an update.
First of all, my son and I went to another hockey game on Sunday. It was a great time, although the weather outside was brutally cold! Sunday morning, I had the opportunity to share about the chaplaincy and preach. I taught for only a few minutes on Romans 12:1-4. It was fun. It was also really cool to share a little about the Army Chaplaincy. Most people really do not know what chaplains do, so having the opportunity to share what we sense God calling us to, is always exciting. I also really enjoyed the opportunity to preach. It is a bummer that I haven't had more opportunities, but most senior pastors really don't like to give up the pulpit on Sunday mornings. It is kind of unfortunate, because someone cannot improve on their "skill" if no one gives them a shot. Oh well. No worries. I'm sure I will eventually get plenty of opportunities to preach and teach.
In regards to my ordination, I am really close to being completely finished with my papers and books. Not quite yet, but really close. It feels really good to be so close. I am still scheduled for my oral examination on April 10, but before that I have a written exam too. Lots going on, but it is close. I will keep you posted.
I am also still on track to go to Leonard Wood. I won't go to jump school or even the Emergency Medical Ministry practicum because of some logistical issues, but that's ok. I am really pumped about the month of May. We are hoping that Katie and the boys will come down for a week or so at the end. Lots going on, to say the least.
Thanks for reading. I hope to be a little better about this in the future.
Blessings,
Rob
First of all, my son and I went to another hockey game on Sunday. It was a great time, although the weather outside was brutally cold! Sunday morning, I had the opportunity to share about the chaplaincy and preach. I taught for only a few minutes on Romans 12:1-4. It was fun. It was also really cool to share a little about the Army Chaplaincy. Most people really do not know what chaplains do, so having the opportunity to share what we sense God calling us to, is always exciting. I also really enjoyed the opportunity to preach. It is a bummer that I haven't had more opportunities, but most senior pastors really don't like to give up the pulpit on Sunday mornings. It is kind of unfortunate, because someone cannot improve on their "skill" if no one gives them a shot. Oh well. No worries. I'm sure I will eventually get plenty of opportunities to preach and teach.
In regards to my ordination, I am really close to being completely finished with my papers and books. Not quite yet, but really close. It feels really good to be so close. I am still scheduled for my oral examination on April 10, but before that I have a written exam too. Lots going on, but it is close. I will keep you posted.
I am also still on track to go to Leonard Wood. I won't go to jump school or even the Emergency Medical Ministry practicum because of some logistical issues, but that's ok. I am really pumped about the month of May. We are hoping that Katie and the boys will come down for a week or so at the end. Lots going on, to say the least.
Thanks for reading. I hope to be a little better about this in the future.
Blessings,
Rob
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