It is hard to believe we are already into the month of February in 2021. While 2020 seemed to last for years, 2021 is already going too fast! The new year has brought new changes at the Rec Min. As you know, the Recreation Minister, Steve Ellisor, retired in October. I have been honored by receiving that position as Director of Recreation Ministry. These are BIG shoes to fill so I will go ahead and tell you I will be working really hard and I pray that I will be able to serve as well! Steve has been more than a supervisor to me, he has been a mentor and the finest example of how to be a great leader. He can never be replaced and his leadership will be greatly missed.
Steve always shared the verse, Prov. 3:6 “In all thy ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct thy paths.” There is no other verse that truly speaks about how this ministry works. All we do is direct our efforts to honor God and what He has gifted us to do in our work for those who walk through the Rec Min doors. My favorite verse has always been Phil 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” There is no work, no rest, no single thing do I ever attempt to do without seeking the strength from Him when my feet hit the floor each day. Sometimes I have to seek Him before I can move just so I can move (the back isn’t what it used to be). These verses will certainly be my prayer for how I begin each day in my new role here at the Rec Min as I model my leadership in the footsteps of Steve.
There are several other big changes lined up for 2021, including adding new opportunities for new fitness programming. Stay informed by checking our website at christunitedcsports.com.
While I know I am not as gifted in the ways of Steve with his messages, I hope to give my best each month. I pray that whatever I am able to produce comes from the gifts He has given me and that it is received in the ways that honor Him and help others. Looking forward to this new chapter in the Recreation Ministry and the year 2021!
Marcia K. Horn,
Director of Recreation Ministry