The Settled Lead Pastor Search Committee, appointed by former BCC Board Chair, Mary Cunningham, and approved by the Board has begun its work to call a Settled Lead Pastor for Broadway Christian Church. The committee's members are David Coil, Darren Day, Jan Frost, Charlotte George, Jenny Lybeck-Brown, and Tina Van Ness (chair). Tina has met with Regional Minister, Paul Koch, who will provide support during the search process. Tina has also met with Brent Ghan, Chair of the Interim Pastor Search Committee and with David Shirey to gather their input.

At this time the committee is updating Broadway's Congregational Profile and completing other tasks required before asking Paul Koch to announce our search. Of course, the committee is also following Broadway's by-laws to ensure all requirements are met. At a future time, you will have an opportunity to share your thoughts and hopes for the individual we call to be our next Lead Pastor.

Tina will present information on the committee's progress at the August 22nd Board Meeting. Additionally, the Settled Lead Pastor Search Committee will continue to communicate their progress with you, however, please understand that we must keep strict confidentiality regarding all potential candidates for the position. A Settled Lead Pastor Search Committee poster is now placed in the narthex as another means of keeping the congregation apprised of our committee's progress.

The most important thing you can do to support our committee's work and Broadway Christian Church during this time is to pray for wisdom and discernment. Please also pray that the Holy Spirit nudges quality potential candidates to answer the call so we select an individual who is a "just right" fit for Broadway Christian Church.

In the meantime, the search committee is grateful for the Interim Search Committee's selection of David Shirey and the many ways he is blessing our congregation.