Settling In

I’ve been in Helena less than three weeks, and at the church less than two weeks. So the dust has barely settled from my recent move, but already I can tell you that I love living here and I am incredibly excited to be your pastor. You have welcomed me with such warmth and excitement. There were 96 people in worship on my first Sunday! The future is bright for this congregation as we step boldly into this new chapter together. 

As I continue settling in to life here, one of the first things I want to do is get better acquainted with each of you. I want to learn of your interests and gifts, discover what you are passionate about, and hear your stories. But first I just want to learn your names. So I invite you to help me with that process. Keep introducing yourselves to me. In a few weeks the names and faces will begin to come together in my head. Stop by the office to say hi. I always appreciate visitors. My regular office hours are Monday through Thursday from nine to noon. I’m often here at other times as well, except when I'm out making calls or taking care of church business. Feel free to call. I would also love it if you invite me into your home, or out for lunch. 

There are several ways for you to learn more about me. My sermons are available in printed form on the information table outside the sanctuary, and on-line in text & audio format here . My newsletter articles and other reflections are available on-line here. You can view my photography here. And if you are on Facebook and would like to “friend” me, you can find me here. In addition, I have a page on Facebook that features a daily dose of gratitude paired with my photography. You can find it here. If you’re not on Facebook you can also find it here. 

Our journey together has begun. God is in the midst of us, calling us to step out in faith. It is already clear to me that my time with you has the potential to be a very rich and exciting adventure, as we explore what it means to be the Church. 

- Pastor Roger
(keeping my feet firmly planted in the flow)