The Perfect Job for Her

No minister is perfect, but mine is amazingly good.

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I appreciate Zena’s insightful, thought-provoking sermons. I love the way she leads Bible Study, helping us relate scripture to our lives. She gives the best eulogies I’ve ever heard, getting to the heart of each person’s unique personality. (It’s almost enough to make me hope I die while she’s still my pastor so that everyone who attends my funeral will be impressed by my virtues.)

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Zena is also fun, which is a great quality for a minister. Let’s face it, nobody enjoys being around a preacher who doesn’t know how to play.

A recent visitor to our church commented, “Zena has such a wonderful way of welcoming people. She’s friendly, but not in your face.” That’s evangelism at its finest.

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Recently I’ve spent a lot of time talking with Zena about a difficult situation, and I am grateful for her guidance. Her compassion, wisdom, and honesty lead me to a greater understanding of grace. Her hugs and prayers comfort and strengthen me.

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It saddens me that some Christians believe women should not be in pastoral leadership positions. I am grateful that Disciples are open to women ministers.

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It would be a shame for Zena to do a different job, when she’s so close to perfect at this one.