I have come to realize among my myriad of denominational friends that very few understand Congregational Polity. I love this part of my denomination, and I don't really want to defend or sing its praise here. But, up until now, most of my friends have understood my search process. That is, until now.
Today, I arrived for my Candidating Weekend -- which includes attending church board meetings, attending a meet-and-greet ice cream social and preaching on Sunday. All of this culminates with a congregational vote. After I preach my sermon (which I am still not certain about), I will be excused so that the congregation -- all 800 of them -- can vote me in (or out). Usually, this is an automatic. There isn't usually any question, but I'm still so nervous and no one ever tells you what to do with this nervous energy. I shouldn't be nervous. Things went fine today. Actually, they went quite well. But, I'm still nervous.
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2 comments:
What you are experiencing right now has to be one of the most exhausting things ever. You have to be "on" all the time! I would advise you to do restful things when you're back at your hotel room at night. Play solataire, take a bath, pray, have a swim (if a pool's available.) Don't obsess over your sermon. If you've gotten this far, they are already sold on you and have fallen in love with you. I can't wait to hear how it went!
You're in my thoughts, Elsa! LOVE!!!
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