August 11
Dear Susan,
It was good to hear from you again. We miss you around here, but it sounds like you’re settling in well in your new home and congregation. God’s blessings to you in your life and work there.
Congratulations on being selected to serve as a youth advisor. The young people of that church are fortunate: I know you’ll do a good job with them. Let me know how it goes!
Peace in Christ,
Mark
September 7
Dear Sue,
Yes, as you mentioned, the "crush of Autumnal Activity" in the parish is upon us once again. Things do tend to accelerate after Labor Day.
Sorry your Fall Youth Rally and Kick Off was so poorly attended, and after so much preparation, too. Four youth out of a possible 53 is pretty dismal.
You asked if I’ve any suggestions. I’ve collected plenty of "war stor…