This letter is to inform you that April 11th 2010, will be my last day as pastor of Farmland Friends Church. This decision to resign from this position was not made in haste, but after many conversations and prayers. It has been an honor to minister alongside you as we have seen God change the lives of many people in our communities through the ministries of FFC. The time has come for me to step out in faith and follow God’s call on my life to begin churches in California.
We have made some lifelong friends from this community that will last into eternity and we pray God’s blessings on you as you seek the Lord’s will for the future of Farmland Friends Church. I will be in prayer that more and more lives are changed as you lead people to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ and develop a lasting relationship with God and fellow Christians.
“I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” John 15:5
Glad the tomb is empty!
Kris Sorensen
God has plans for FFC and He has plans for the families that are heading out to California to begin a new work. I know that for many of those at FFC, and for those that are obeying the call to start The Branches Community Church of Escondido, our desire is to see God glorified in all that we do. I'm looking forward to seeing what God has in store for all of us in order to accomplish His plans.
Vicki said-I was fighting emotions Sunday as many probably were. But my biggest feeling is pride to see you and other step out on faith to follow God's leading.It has been such a pleasure to know you and learn from a man that not only speaks God's word but LIVES it. God's speed and care to you.
ReplyDeleteJack,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much. It is a joy watching you and Vicki continue to grow in your faith and love of God. Keep up the great work!
Woot Woot!
ReplyDeleteI find it strange that I'm fighting my emotions over this as well. I've only been to Farmland Friends Church but two times. I remember feeling God's love all over me in that place. I know you have made an impact on these peoples lives and maybe I'm feeling sympothy pains for them, or for myself for some reason. I know God's plans are above all of our own plans we could ever have and He has much better things in store for you. But I find myself feeling very SAD at this moment when I should be happy for you!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your feelings here Mike. So glad you have been able to be a part of what has gone on at FFC.
ReplyDeleteKris, Great letter. I'm praying for you. It will fun to see what God does with you in California.
ReplyDeleteI'm also praying for the next guy there at FFC. Keep me updated, ok?
It's bittersweet, I am bummed to have you guys move away because I've had alot of fun hanging out with you and learning and growing at the same time and those trips to the radio station. But on the same hand I am so stoked that you guys are doing exactly what God is calling you to do and the fields are ripe. I can't wait to hear what all is going on out there when you guys get set up and start your new mission. God bless and lets enjoy the next few months.
ReplyDeleteMike, I will definitely keep you updated. I will try to do a little better job here on the blog. Thanks for your prayers for me & FFC!
ReplyDeleteDerek,
ReplyDeleteI've enjoyed hanging out together and will miss those times. Your family is always welcome to come and chill with us in SoCal. We are only a mere 2,185 miles away. =) The good news is, I can still tune into the radio stations website and request songs via Twitter 8-)