Parkerville Baptist Church
Rowan says, “My 7 years at Parkerville Baptist as a Pastor has given many opportunities to learn and grow. A big part of that is because God put me in a position where I’ve had to! The things I have learnt about myself, God, life and ministry come down to 3 things; 1 - my willingness/openness to be taught by others, 2 - learning from weaknesses/mistakes, and 3 - praying with/for others. The importance of having a supportive group of people (church family and friends) around me is a testimony to the things that God has achieved through me during this time. Hopefully by reflecting on some of these things, everyone might be able to think about themselves and the way God grows and shapes his people in community with others.”
God has put me in positions where I've had to learn and grow!
1. My willingness/openess to be taught by others.
Craig Lydon "Ministry happens at the intersection of relationship and opportunity."
Jennifer Turner "Paralysed by jndecision" this can lead to inaction.
My extroverted nature means I need people to help me clarify things and solve problems.
2. Learning from weaknesses/mistakes.
My optimism bias can override reality - but I can create an opportunity where it may not occur otherwise.
Interview for Youth Pastor position.
If there are people doing something, I naturally won't interrupt.
3. Praying with/for others.
Strategic prayer, specifics.
Softening hearts by thinking of others and committing them to God to work in their lives.
Allowing God to shape the way he sees other people and their needs.
The importance of having a supportive group of people (church family and friends) around me is a testimony to the things that God has achieved through me during this time.
Hopefully by reflecting on some of these things, everyone might be able to think about themselves and the way Good grows and shapes his people in community with others.
