Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,
I am writing to let you know of my sabbatical plans for this summer of 2016. With deep gratitude for the support of the Session and our Human Resources Committee, I am marking the conclusion of my 15th year as pastor of Nassau Presbyterian Church with my second sabbatical. Sabbatical 2016 will begin after Pentecost worship on May 15 and will last until Labor Day weekend.
I have accepted a month-long appointment from the Church of Scotland to serve two small congregations on the Island of Islay this summer. Plans for us also include a pilgrimage walk along the coast of Wales, our 30th wedding anniversary celebration, and a graduation each for Ben and Hannah.
We have a wonderful array of preachers lined up for the summer that will include Lauren McFeaters, Joyce MacKichan Walker, Jacq Lapsley, Tom Kort, Cindy Jarvis, and Lisa Nichols Hickman. Either Lauren or Joyce will be here for pastoral coverage all summer with support from some other friends and colleagues.
I continue to thank God for this season of life at Nassau Church. I invite your prayers for my renewal and inspiration in the weeks to come even as I remain fully confident that our life together will be as robust and life giving upon my return.
With Grace and Peace,
David A. Davis
Pastor