The following quote is from Stan Jewell, Retired Presbyterian pastor who not only has preached at COTH on several occasions, but served as liaison to our Pastor Search Team when Dee came to us. Stan reflects upon his recent sabbatical in these words: “My sabbatical was truly a time of renewal. . . . I […]
Friday Features, January 7, 2011
The following is a quote from Russ Kane, Pastor of New Hope Presbyterian Church in Castle Rock: “I think my congregation would say that they have seen a renewed vitality in me since I came back [from my sabbatical] . . .I am able to take on the ‘big’ challenges or our congregation . . […]
Dee’s Sabbatical Itinerary
Dee will begin her Pastoral Sabbatical in early June, returning to Church of the Hills in early September. Her travel and study plans are in process and will be updated as each leg of her journey is confirmed. Dee’s overall itinerary is available on the Sabbatical Blog in the banner area under the tab titled […]
Sabbatical Potluck, January 23, 2011
As printed in the January 2011 issue of Echoes: Please come to the congregational potluck lunch Sunday, January 23rd, right after church in the Fellowship Hall. A-H: Side dishes I-Q: Desserts R-Z: Main dishes Dee and the Sabbatical team will give a short presentation on Dee’s Sabbatical theme and will be available to answer all your […]
Sabbatical Theme Explained
Pastor Dee’s Letter, Echoes, January 2011 Dee’s henna tattoo “playfulness” In 2009 I had the opportunity to be a part of something the denomination is providing for a few of their pastors. I participated in a program called CREDO. Many of you know and heard of my experiences there. While I was there, something extraordinary […]
Lilly Endowment “Clergy Renewal Program” Grant
Pastor Dee and the Sabbatical team submitted a grant proposal in June, 2010 to the Lilly Foundation under the “Clergy Renewal Program.” If awarded, the grant will fund Dee’s Sabbatical scheduled for the summer of 2011. Sabbatical and Personnel team member, Rick Bailey, joyfully announced a full award of $49,353 from the Lilly Endowment during Worship Service on […]
Friday Features, November 26, 2010
The Sabbatical Team congratulates Pastor Dee and the COTH congregation in the award of the very prestigious Lilly Foundation National Clergy Renewal Program Grant. This substantial Sabbatical award ($49,353) will fully cover the expenses of Dee’s Sabbatical, including generous financial support for the congregation while Dee is away. If you were not in Worship last […]
What’s this I hear about a Sabbatical for Dee?
As printed in the December 2010 issue of Echoes: You have probably heard some reference to Dee’s Sabbatical, scheduled for this coming summer 2011, and perhaps you have seen and heard ALL the information about this exciting time for Dee and our congregation. It’s easy to miss or forget some information here or there, however, and […]
Friday Features, November 19, 2010
The Sabbatical Team encourages you to attend worship this Sunday to hear first-hand an exciting announcement regarding Dee’s Sabbatical scheduled for this coming summer. Join us in time for the pre-worship announcements at 10:30, then join us in the Narthex for coffee and celebration after worship. Don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of […]
Dee Updates Her Reading List
Dee has added the following books to her Sabbatical preparation reading list: Kim Meeder Hope Rising and Blind Hope Garth Stein The Art of Racing in the Rain Temple Grandin Animals in Translation Gary Kurz Cold Noses at the Pearly Gates Pam Houston Sight Hound You can check out these books from the Church […]