A reflection on the work of Synod Council by Rev. Martin Wells, Bishop of the EWAID Synod.

We're nicely led by an unflappable Vice President, Gary Gemar, and a solid group of Synod Council members. We're moving through our agenda with wisdom, patience and and underlying sense of urgency which I attribute to the Vice President.Gary pushes, cajoles, argues and advocates for congreagations to embrace a brave and distinct sense fWe're nicely led by an unflappable Vice President, Gary Gemar, and a solid group of Synod Council members. We're moving through our agenda with wisdom, patience and and underlying sense of urgency which I attribute to the Vice President. Gary pushes, cajoles, argues and advocates for congreagations to embrace a brave and distinct sense for the future. The great question of the day is where are the 1000's, probably millions of members who used to share Gary's passion? The truth is we trust many gods--our focus is divided, AND, true, we are disappointed and not too hopeful about leadership for a future we think is open, but aren't quite sure. Since I am one of those leaders I am troubled and challenged to answer the future. For me it remains a matter of our deepest trust. I'll try to find the best words and most authentic images to preach this on Sunday, the day we celebrate our most trusted image, the Good Shepherd.