In preparation for her sabbatical, Dee has gathered and is reading several books based on her theme of play. These books will be in the Church Resource Room as Dee finishes them, and she invites you to read and prepare with her for her exciting and reflective sabbatical time. Dee’s reading list will be available on […]
Letter to Congregation, April 2010
The following letter was mailed to Church of the Hills members and friends: April 21, 2010 Dear COTH member/friend, “The Sabbath was made for humankind and not humankind for the Sabbath; so the Son of Man is Lord even of the Sabbath.” Mark 2:27-28 NRSV The Sabbath reminds us that life must be renewed. From the […]
Sabbatical Leave Policy
The following policy was approved by The Session, Church of Hills, at their March 2010 meeting: Church of the Hills Sabbatical Leave Policy Rationale Sabbatical leave is a carefully planned period of time in which a pastor is granted leave away from his or her normal ministerial responsibilities in order to spend an extended period […]