Lesson #1: Stop waiting for the institution to help

The first lesson is the hardest.

Lesson #1

A few months ago, I was at my diocesan convention - the annual gathering of clergy and lay leaders from around the region.

It was great to see my friends and colleagues in ministry, and I enjoyed the time for worship, catching up, and sharing about what we’re doing in our congregations and ministries. While we were there, the bishop shared some…