I made an error when I listed my ordination succession a few weeks ago. I was ordained by Earle Wilson and he was ordained by William Neff. I had thought that Neff was ordained by early Pilgrim leader, Seth Rees, but upon further investigation, he was actually ordained by Winfred Cox. Thus, my ordination line takes a fortunate turn. It was a struggle reconciling Rees anyway. I had taken a leap saying that he was ordained by the Nazarenes -- when, in fact, he was originally "recorded" (not ordained) by the Quakers, and the Nazarenes claim they never ordained him. I find that hard to believe -- especially when, according to historian, Kostlevy, he participated in ordinations for the Metropolitan Church Association, a forerunner of the Pilgrim Holiness Church. Anyhow -- deepest apologies for leading anyone astray and here is the updated ordination succession for Earle Wilson and anyone ordained by him (including former Wesleyan GS, JoAnne Lyon). I was ordained by Earle Wils
That's as perfect a job description for the pastor's job as I have ever read Mark. Especially if you were to add "and all others duties not previously assigned." (smiling)
ReplyDeleteHad one of those days Wed that typify a smaller church pastor's service sometimes. Studied, called and checked on people, went to the ER and visited with a senior saint there, studied some more, helped cook supper for the fellowship meal, worked with the worship team, led prayer and Bible study, met with discipleship team, went home and collapsed.
So yes, the order may change, but the list is a good one.
1. Love
ReplyDelete2. Pray
3. Lead
4. Preach
David,
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed reading about your Wednesday. Have had several of those days myself.
Brought to mind an interview our church conducted with a propective pastor. He was more interested in listing all duties that were not in his 'job description'. Needless to say, his reign as pastor was not only short-lived, but also unsuccessful.