ASSOCIATE PASTOR ANNUAL REPORT

 Year number two of ministry and year number two of COVID…whew! After 2020 who would have predicted that we would still be in a pandemic? But what a year we have had a St. Mark! Worship resumed on person with the bonus of live streaming. And we have been able to meet in person and on Zoom for Friday morning Bible study. Confirmation classes are in full swing as are youth meetings and events…all in person! 

This year, I have been blessed to take part in several virtual events including the St. Mark women’s retreat and the annual tea. Planning began on several trips; a youth mission trip to Tennessee, and adult mission trip to North Dakota, and plans for youth to attend Youth Triennium all in summer of 2022. 

The opportunity to serve on the presbytery level presented itself and I am now serving as the Education and Youth Leader worker on the GLP Dynamic Leaders Team. A doctoral studies program with a focus on identity grabbed my attention and, in the fall, I was accepted into the Doctor of Ministry Program at the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary with classes beginning January 18th, 2022. 

We made it to 2022! And what a ride it has been. I am so excited about the next twelve months as we continue the journey together! 

Peace and blessings, 

Pastor MP