On Sunday, November 14, Severn River Church hosted our Presbyter, Don Cox, for a congregational meeting. After discussion of the current and future circumstances he announced that he will be making a recommendation to the Potomac District Board of Presbyters for the closing of Severn River Church.
Over the last few weeks I have worked with the Board of Directors to gather information from the congregation to get the best picture of SRC's possible future. After the data was collected a future emerged that would create a tremendous challenge to move forward. The District spoke with Ariel, our Associate Pastor, about the possibility of leading the church, and it was determined that it wasn't the leading of the Lord. In the end, in the face of tremendous challenges, the decision was made to recommend closure.
Don made it very clear that the District prefers to help churches move forward, but in this circumstance couldn't recommend that. He tried to be kind, knowing that the announcement would be very difficult because of the level of commitment and love of SRC that members have. He said that the District is not giving up on our town, but will regroup and look at future opportunities.
Severn River Church will conclude services with its final celebration on December 12, 2010. Please pray for us during this time of transition.
--Ben
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