June 24, 2026

As many of you know, I took a 6 month interim post as pastor of Oxford FUMC from March-August of last year. During that time, the Long Range Planning Team surveyed the congregation and, with the help of the Worship Committee and several hard workers, made decisions involving the worship. So, when I returned at the end of last summer, there were a lot of changes to get used to. However, the biggest change was the spirit in this place. I felt it when I walked in the sanctuary after six months - it felt brighter and more joyful. There was a positive vibe and a new energy about the place and all of you.

This Sunday will be my last Sunday to worship at PCFUMC for awhile. I will be serving again as an interim pastor at Oxford First UMC but for a whole year this time around. I am looking forward to being at OxFUMC but I will miss everyone here. I appreciate all of your gracious comments about my time as interim pastor here. I have a new appreciation for all the hard work that goes on behind the scenes to make our ministry and worship the best it can be. Thank you to everyone for what you do for God’s glory!

God has been doing great things here and I know these will only continue while I am away. I know that you are in good hands with Pastor Emmanuel. I cannot wait to see what God will be doing here among you all this next year!

Blessings!

Amelia