Dear Asbury friends,
With very mixed emotions, I share with you that I have been appointed as pastor of Green Pond United Methodist Church in Easton.
Although I had not requested a reassignment, I received a call with the news that Bishop Schol and our Cabinet of District Superintendents had prayerfully discerned that my ministry gifts are needed at Green Pond at this time as their current pastor is retiring. After discussion with my family and prayer, I agreed.
I am very thankful for my time in ministry at Asbury. I am especially grateful for the staff and leadership, and so many individuals who passionately seek to shape disciples for Jesus Christ and provide remarkable care and service to this part of the Lehigh Valley. I have enjoyed being a part of a ministry team with Pastor Eric and feel I have grown through the experience.
I ask for your prayers as I transition to a new ministry, prayers for the people at Green Pond and their retiring pastor, and I ask for your prayers for Pastor Eric and the leadership team at Asbury as they plan for the future.
Meanwhile, we have a lot of ministry to do between now and the end of June when I transition to the new position, and I hope to continue in productive and joyful service in these months ahead.
With much love and peace,
Pastor Barbara Lee
