Korinth has proven to be a supportive friend. He hasn't come in and lobbied against me. Still, acceptance comes slowly. It can take several years for a congregation to feel comfortable with a new pastor. Anderson compared the adjustment of church members to a new pastor to that of children to a new stepparent.
Relationships take time.
You can't really know someone or love someone until you've worked through some disagreements, some conflicts. The great thing about Heidelberg is that we are able to disagree but still respect each other afterward. Petruha said he won't rush the process. All he can do is be himself. They might still miss Father John in personal ways.