Author Archives: shepherd

About shepherd

I am a pastor at a local church.

Pre-Eval

I shouldn’t be surprised…I found out the reason the elders met for two hours before I was invited was to plan an evaluation of me. It is not an anniversary.  Why now?  Oh.  I guess it would be the heretical … Continue reading

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Shepherding Wolves

Last night at the elders meeting we talked for a long time about the “incident” at church.  The one where my daughter’s friend was assaulted and the one a couple weeks ago where my daughter was assaulted. 12 year old … Continue reading

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R is My Hero

R, our newest elder, is a truly great guy. He pushed the hand of the rest of the elders to actually do something about SS.  Today, they talked to the family and told them he could not participate in youth … Continue reading

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The Elders

It appears that R (our newest elder) has stepped up and said this can’t go on. He, SF and the other elders who are at church are going to meet with the family of the boy during Sunday School. I … Continue reading

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The Police.

Since one asked in the comments and others have asked in private…I spoke with a police officer who advised me that because of the age of the children, there is not a crime. The matter is one for DHS and … Continue reading

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More Victims…

Here is an interesting thought… For years, our elders knew that E was treating people horribly.  Abusing them, really.  Many people came to M (chairman of the elders) to let him know how E was abusing them.  M ignored them. … Continue reading

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I Wouldn’t Bet on Me

The first response from the elders is in!!! Dear M, I agree with your Biblical stand to trust and obey God’s commands at all times. Thank you for sharing this so correct teaching will prevail in pulpit, classroom and with … Continue reading

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