On May 23, 2009, Jay will graduate from Trinity Lutheran Seminary with his Masters in Divinity. He will join his classmates and cross the stage during the graduation ceremonies in Mees Auditorium at Capital University at 2:00 p.m.
We are excited about closing this chapter of this journey, but the journey is far from over, it's just the beginning. In the Lutheran denomination, this graduation is not the milestone that will make him a pastor. He has to be "called" by a Lutheran church and then when he accepts a "call" he will be ordained. He is glad to be graduating, but he is truly looking for that confirmation the he is called to serve the Lord, which inevitably lies in the hands of a congregation extending a "call" to him.
When a church "calls" him, there will be an Ordination that we will want all our friends and family to be a part of. Unfortunately, we can't plan an Ordination until he receives and accepts a "call". So, we can't tell you to mark a date on your calendar, yet. We'll keep you posted.
We do want to thank all our family and friends for their support during this journey, as one chapter comes to a close and another begins.
3 comments:
What a very exciting time for you all! Congratulations! You will certainly be missed around here, so keep the blog going :)
Congrats Jay and to all of you. I have seen how you all have supported him and each other during this journey. This is what family is for and you are all an excellent example of this. We are so going to miss all of you. I am sure the kids will be keeping in touch!
CONGRATULATIONS! I do think that Crosby might be a little small for you, coming from a larger area where there is more of everything (stores etc). You may really like Williston or Minot though. Both have everything you need. Still will be a bit smaller than you're used to I am sure. We are on a ranch near Bismarck (100 miles south of Minot). Anyway, I stole the computer from Madison... she was emailing with Cassie... so I better let her get back to it. Blessings to you all!
Tarra Hartl
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