We have been communicating this for the last few months, so I hope this doesn't catch anyone by surprise, but I am beginning my sabbatical leave this week. In fact, by the time you read this article, I will have already started the three-month leave, and I will be back in mid-April.
Thank you, again, for giving me this opportunity to take a step away from ministry at our church to focus on my personal growth as a disciple of Jesus and a servant leader of our faith community. Our elders and pastoral team strongly believe in life-long learning and healthy rhythms of rest, and this opportunity provides an intentional time for me to learn, grow, and rest from the normal routines of pastoral ministry.
While I trust that stepping away from the daily routines of pastoral ministry will give me a chance to recharge emotionally and psychologically, I will be in full-time student mode for the next three months, working on the completion of my master's degree and honing my skills as a theologian and pastor.
My sabbatical leave has been approved by the elders because we have a competent and amazing team of staff and volunteer leaders at our church who will take on my responsibilities while I am away. We have put together a solid plan, and we trust that you are in good hands. I firmly believe that our team will propel the ministry of our church forward while I am away. If you require pastoral assistance during my leave, please reach out to our team by clicking the button below.
I will miss serving you as your pastor for the next three months, but I also look forward to participating with you as a member of SDBC during this time.
Your partner in the gospel work,
Paul
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