It was as if I were writing my own job description for the gifts and talents I have to give. The congregation was looking for a minister who respects diversity in faith expression, is involved with social justice issues, and will fit into a team ministry setting. They wanted someone who values teaching and preaching. I felt as though we were on the same wavelength. Wuchter's first encounters with the congregation, he says, have only increased his enthusiasm.
People are really excited about what they're doing.
There's enthusiastic lay leadership and an extensive Christian education program. Similarly, Wuchter credits young people at Wittenberg for expanding his outlook and his faith. Having talked here at Wittenberg with students from all over the place, I feel so much more open to new ideas. Before I thought there were explanations and things I could say, but now I understand faith from more of a global perspective and perceive the mystery of it better. Wuchter notes that the Baccalaureate celebration, itself a combination of endings and beginnings, has been especially meaningful to him during his transition.