Dear Friends and Colleagues,
The wind of the Spirit has blown once again in my life. Golden Presbyterian Church has called me to serve as their new Senior Pastor and we have accepted. All the votes are in and I will start June 16th. I have been discerning God’s call back into parish ministry for some time and sensed the Spirit’s invitation to apply to Golden. This is such a great fit and both the church and my family are very encouraged and excited to see what God has for us moving forward!
This means my last working day with the Denver Presbytery as Associate for Congregations will be May 27th. I will then use some of my continuing education and vacation time before I start with Golden.
In the meantime, our Council and the Vision Construction team believe it's wise not to search for anyone to fill this position and wait for the Vision Construction Team to assess staffing models. So if you have any pastoral care needs please do not hesitate to contact the Pastoral Care Team led by Honorably Retired Bill Sanders. Contact information is available on our Presbytery website under the Committee of Ministry tab, click here.
It has been both a joy and a challenge to serve the Denver Presbytery. I am grateful for this season and the relationships we have grown together. And I am also thankful for the ways God has grown and shaped me in this last year and a half. It is good to know that I will be able to continue to be in the Presbytery and continue these relationships. We have so many wonderful pastors, and leaders throughout our Presbytery. You are our greatest asset!
Lastly, as I make this transition back into one of our local congregations, I am very encouraged by the work of the Vision Construction team and like you will continue to hold them in my heart and prayer as they faithfully carry out the work appointed to them.
See you around!
Gratefully in Christ,
Joel Adams