Planning with the Pastors

Throughout the summer, we as pastors at Hesston MB have gathered to pray and plan together.  We have covered various topics such as calendar, missions, discipleship, ministry and congregation needs.  It has also included a discussion of DiscipleShift.  The more we meet together, the more excited I get about the future of Hesston MB.

Last week is a perfect example.  We had a specific item that was on our agenda every Thursday for a month, but kept being crowded out.  It started to become somewhat frustrating.  But as we met last Thursday, we could see clearly that the delay was all about God's timing.  He was working out some amazing details that allowed us to make exciting plans for the summer.  We were able to see via a lunch meeting, email, and text that God is leading and guiding us as pastors as we make plans.  I cannot wait to share with the congregation what God has planned.

Stay tuned and make sure you are involved with our upcoming focus on service and missions:
October 20-Service Sunday
 October 27-Guest Speaker on missions
November 3-Guest Speaker, Titus Hofer and our annual Harvest Meal 

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