As I have told several people who have asked how the installation service went, I shared that I am still beaming from happiness about it.
Even with the weather trying to ruin the party, many people still came and were so excited to be there.
It was a joy to have everyone there and so excited both about my coming to the church and the future of the church itself.
The happiness came, especially in seeing the joy of the faces of those gathered. See below: first, the group picture of the women from Duke Divinity School gathered to support me and then, the three speakers and I who shared their wisdom about the calling of a pastor with me and the congregation on Sunday.
More pictures and reflections to come soon!
