1. Pastor Steven’s Sabbatical Leave Summer 2016

2. To refresh and inspire both pastor and congregation before entering into a new season of ministry

3. Wonder – travel, discover, experience Abide – rest in God’s renewing grace Learn – interlude to study Kindle – connect experiences and give birth to God’s leading Synod = “walking together”

4. Started at Immanuel in 2008 Immense change in the past 7 years – governance & staffing – MVV – outwardly focused & growth First sabbatical for both pastor and congregation

5. President Bob Holcomb Head Elder Chip Sartorius Business Administrator Teri Peters V.P. Dave Vangsness Treasurer Brad Davis

6. April-May 2016 Interim Rev. Dr. Mark Brighton Sending Service, May 22 The Calling: Living a Life of Significance

7. Wonder: hiking, reading Abide: The Calling, worship at St. John’s, prayer Learn: BAR Kindle: Blog, Spiritual Director

8. Notre Dame’s Tantur Ecumenical Institute

9. WALK – continue activities from June Kindle – writing

10. September 11: Receiving Service October 1: The Calling workshop October 30: Sabbatical Renewal Presentation

11. Focus: spiritual growth and discipleship A positive interim period Members can “walk” alongside pastor through The Calling Future of deeper discipleship and a congregational trip to the Holy Land

12. Interim Pastor: worship, preaching, teaching, spiritual counseling, elders Administrative Duties: Business Administrator and School Principal

13. April 17Sabbatical Presentation May 22Sending Service JulyHoly Land September 11Receiving Service October 1The Calling Workshop October 30Renewal Presentation

14. Pastor Steven’s Sabbatical Leave Summer 2016