You and those who worked with you did something just short of incredible. This was a first-time effort, and it was terrific. No doubt there are lessons that were learned that will make subsequent events even better. We can let our light shine in the neighborhood, we can let our light shine in cyberspace, let us let it shine in the Triad by coming up with special events that minister to the entire community. By the way, speaking of youth, our youngsters are a vital part of the congregation.
Folks say they are our future.
As such, our youth deserve to be consulted on affairs of the church and ought to have a voice on the session. I would hope that, this year, our session brings a proposal to you to establish the position of Youth Elder who would serve a one-year term on session following election at the annual congregational meeting which elects our officers. Other things may be on the horizon. Because of lifestyle changes, work commitments, family demands, and so on, we may need to look at adding a worship service on a Saturday night or a Friday or a Thursday. We need to look at other study opportunities during the week besides just Wednesday evening.