Succession and New Beginnings
The center of Christianity is endings and new beginnings, death and resurrection, leaving and launching into new unknowns. I have written and preached it. Now I am living it in a new way. Tonight is the Celebration of our 26 years atĀ New Life Fellowship Church. This Sunday I preach my final message as Senior Pastor on āLessons Learned in 26 Years at NLF.ā I then officially transition to a new role within New Life under the new leadership (i.e. Rich Villodas and the Elder Board) on October 6th. I am continually asked by leaders around the country: āReally, Pete, how are you?ā My answer: āI am thrilled and excited beyond words. I could never have imagined such a gift. Yes. I have some normal apprehensions, but this has been one of the highlights of my life. I would recommend it to every senior pastor!ā This is the culmination of a 4Ā½ year succession process.. Read more.
