The Call Committee Survey Digital Version

Dear Members of the family of Plattville Lutheran Church,

As we prepare to give thanks for Pastor Bret Reedy’s faithful service of 37 years to our church and celebrate with him on his retirement from ministry here in September 2024, we are also beginning the process of calling a new pastor.  Your church council has appointed the following church members to a Call Committee:

Carla Taylor Heidi Nelson Kim Hansen Jeff Gurley Orpha Bols Janelle Bols

The Northern IL Synod office has been informed of our impending need and the Council met with the Assistant to the Bishop last fall. They are working currently to recruit a student intern or locate an interim pastor to lead our ministry until the position can be filled. This “interim” time between called pastors is intentional, and intended to give the congregation time to reflect on the loss of Pastor Bret and to prayerfully await the fullness of God’s plan for the future of our church. Our focus during the interim time is preparation for a new beginning.

To assist the Council and Committee in decision-making through this process, we are presenting the following survey to gather attitudes and opinions of our members. Given the reality of the pastor shortage we may find that we need to be flexible and open to change, therefore questions 4-6 are theoretical in nature but will help to guide the Call Committee and Council as they work toward finding a candidate.

We would appreciate everyone’s input if you have some affiliation with the church even if you are not a member.

Digital version: Please download and complete the form, save and email to plc.vbs@yahoo.com

Click here for the digital version