03/07/2016
Hello UCF community,
We have been on a journey this year with God! He has called us, Duane & Kris, to make a transition toward New Life Fellowship Church in Ephrata and continues to confirm that move in a variety of ways.
Meanwhile, God has been preparing a young couple, Jay & Laura Gandy, for ministry and they were led to apply for the pastoral role at UCF. (Picture attached)
After a second interview last evening with the Discernment Team, we are sensing the Holy Spirit's leading to take the next steps and introduce them to the congregation. Jay and Laura are both eager to move forward as well. I use both their names because they would use their complimentary gifts as a couple, though we are looking to employ Jay at this point as a 1/2 time pastor. Future considerations of time and responsibilities will be determined as needs and finances are known.
The projected opportunities for you to meet the Gandys are as follows:
March 20 - Jay and Laura will be with us at UCF to lead worship (one of their many strengths)
April 10 - Jay will teach the Word during our Sunday worship, followed by a luncheon where you can hear their story and ask questions.
April 17 - We will give out ballots to receive input from the congregation regarding your affirmation of Jay as UCF's next pastor.
Jay and Laura have a 7 month old son, Paul, and they live near Lancaster Shopping Center. I encourage you to welcome them warmly and open your heart to their ministry and desire to serve among UCF.
Please make a strong effort to be in attendance on the dates listed above so we can hear god together about appointing a new leader.
Thanks,
Pastor Duane