TGIF, yes thank God it is Friday (although I have to work tomorrow ). It has been a good week here at the PRC, but I must admit to some weariness. It is challenging to lead a non-profit in these times of financial crisis along with times of great change. But like the Chinese character for crisis, there is also opportunity for new possibilities. It is a time when we are all called to re-think as well as think out of the box.
I was talking with a judicatory leader today. The PRC and denominations face similar issues. We could have simply lamented over our common concerns, but instead the conversation was exciting because we began to discuss ways that we might partner together to resource congregations which is the mission for both groups.
I am reminded of the sermon by Tony Campolo that he preached on a Good Friday. "It's Friday and Jesus is on the cross, the skies are dark, the world seems to be crumbling ....But Sunday is coming"
Yes, TGIF !! Because in the midst of discouraging or weary "Fridays" and challenging times, we need to remember that there can be a Sunday in the near future if we are willing to listen , see, and act .
