MUSINGS

Strength in Our Flock

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As the nights and mornings grow cooler and the leaves begin to

change, the Hudson Valley becomes a beautiful mosaic of color.

The river and mountains surrounding us offer a peaceful place to pause, catch our breath, and prepare for the season ahead. In

many ways, this is a fitting reflection of our church family.

 

As we enter our second year of searching for a pastor, our

congregation has once again demonstrated an important

truth, it is not one leader who makes a church successful,

it is the collective faith, commitment, and love of its members.

 

We are blessed with so many active members. Being active

does not always mean being physically present. Some

support us through prayer, some through financial gifts,

thers through their time, talents, and volunteer service.

Our shut-ins faithfully pray for our church, keeping us safe,

strong, and focused. Every contribution matters, and together,

those contributions keep Union Presbyterian Church moving

forward.

 

This brings to mind the familiar story of the geese. Have you

ever watched a flock flying in a “V” formation? The geese work

together, each one helping the others stay on course. When

the lead goose becomes tired, it falls back into the formation

and another takes its place. Those flying behind honk to

encourage the leaders to keep going.

 

Does that sound familiar?

 

Just like the geese, we are stronger when we work together.

There will be times when one of us needs to rest, and there

will be times when another steps forward to lead. What

matters is that we continue flying together, encouraging one

another, supporting one another, and keeping our eyes

focused on where we are going.

  

As we continue our pastoral search, let us remember the

strength of our flock. Let us continue living the Word of the

Lord, caring for one another, and faithfully moving Union

Presbyterian Church forward.

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Ed Forgit​​​​