It has been said that most people don’t like change. I know I don’t! I like the familiarity of routine and structure.
Change makes us uncomfortable because of the unknown. Change is generally viewed from a negative perspective and some changes are more difficult to bear than others.

Embracing change can be a scary concept, but it can also strengthen our faith.

Change shakes us up, pushes us out of our comfort zones, and challenges us to grow. But during that, it also offers us a unique opportunity to deepen our faith.

At Jamberoo Anglican, we are heading into a period of change with Jodie and Mandy heading off to the exciting world of GAFCON.
For most of us, this will be a difficult change.

Change often requires us to let go of what we know, to make space for what could be.
It’s a process of surrendering, of trusting that there’s a greater plan at work.
And our faith can provide the strength and courage we need for this process.
Change challenges us, but it also encourages us to lean more heavily on our faith. It pushes us to seek answers, to pray more earnestly, and to dive deeper into our beliefs.
It’s during these times of change that we should find ourselves turning to our faith for guidance and comfort.
Embracing change is an opportunity for spiritual growth.

Sometimes, the shared experience of change can bring us closer to others.
It can be comforting to reach out to others who are facing the same changes. To share our fears, hopes and questions.
As we head into this time of change, we can lean on each other with understanding and support.

As we face this change together, we can be comforted by knowing this is an opportunity for new blessings, both for us at church and for Jodie and Mandy as they also leave the familiar for amazing new opportunities.

We can be comforted by remembering that it’s not an end.
It’s the beginning of something new.

Sandee Batelic