This post is from Cathy G. Iacobucci, chair of the Transition Committee.
O LORD of hosts,
happy are they who put their trust in you!
Psalm 84: 12
You know how it plays out; someone taps you on the shoulder just as you take a seat in the pew and says “We are looking for people (you!) to serve (labor!) on the such and such committee.” “Oh and by the way, I think you would make a great chairperson.” And so it was when I was asked to apply for a position on the Transition Committee.
Much to my surprise I replied “yes” immediately and then wondered throughout the entire worship service — why? Why did I answer yes and why did I say it without any hesitation? In retrospect I believe it wasn’t me who said yes. God was knocking at the door and encouraging me to say yes! As the psalm says, I should put my trust in the Lord. After all, the psalmist promises happiness.
I am happy. This committee work affords me a chance to work with energetic people from across the diocese. Some are old friends, others were known to me by reputation (all good) and others are new friends. We gather monthly, we worship together, we share a meal, and we support one another and the work we have each been given to do. Yes, there is much work to do and lots of time required, but there is much happiness too!