Dear Friends,
My personality profile is one that tends to like order and keeping to things as scheduled. The downside to this, of course, is that it does not allow for flexibility. Recently, a friend of mine, The Rev. Elizabeth Felicetti, wrote an article entitled “Learning to Live in Pencil”. While going through her medical treatment she is having to change plans and activities on a regular basis due to how she feels on a given day. I am trying to learn how to live in pencil and be more available and flexible with my calendar.
My first challenge with this is coming up soon. As you know, I have been planning sabbatical time for July. We have everything in order from supply clergy to pastoral care coverage. Thankfully all of this is in place because I have recently found out that I will need to change my time away from sabbatical to medical leave.
With the vestry’s approval, I will postpone my sabbatical time to next year. I will have routine surgery to repair an issue that is not life-threatening on July 3. My doctor assures me that I will be able to return in early August, fully healed.
You can help me during this time by praying for the medical team providing my care and for my home health provider, Phil! Any pastoral issues during this time will be handled by our clergy on call and our fabulous Stephen Ministry team. Please continue to come to Sunday services and support our great supply clergy who are lined up for the month.
Going forward, I will attempt to write in pencil with a good eraser. I truly appreciate your love and support.
Blessings,
Gini+