A couple of weeks ago you received the important news regarding the resignation of our Next Steps Pastor, Josh Hurst. We knew when we hired Josh that he would only be with us for a couple of years as he and Elise were being called to share Jesus with unreached and unengaged people groups. That time has come and they are making plans to begin fundraising full-time so that they can relocate in Southeast Asia in 2019. Aldersgate is extremely excited to send this entire team to Southeast Asia as part of our 5x35 vision to be a part of five church plants by Aldersgate’s 35th birthday in 2020! More news on that later.
The news I share with you today is that Aldersgate is extremely excited to announce Matt Martinez will be joining the Aldersgate staff as our new Next Steps Pastor! Matt and his wife, Amā, have been a part of the Aldersgate family for a while now. They are both actively involved in worship, group life, and serve inside and outside the church in many different capacities. In fact, Matt is currently serving as a member of the Church Council and will relinquish that role to move into his responsibility as part of the church staff.
Matt is an exceptional young man with remarkable gifts in administration, hospitality, and service. If you know Matt, you know he doesn’t know a stranger. He is very outgoing, loves people, and is easy to have a conversation with. Matt excels at organization and systems. His giftings will be extremely valuable as he connects with people and works to help them take their next steps of embracing the life of the church through worship, group life, and serving.
Matt will officially begin his role as Next Steps Pastor on May 20th and work alongside Josh until his official departure on June 15th. Please help us welcome Matt to the Aldersgate staff!
Ryan Smallwood
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