Church is a dangerous place . People yell, and make twisted not-so-Christian faces , and throw things. Not always, only if you make the error of saying 'secretary' when we all know we have reached the point where there is isn't any such thing. It seems the secretaries flew off with 'stewardess' . Say the "S-word" and they pause shortly , giving you the opportunity to step back a ways and plead forgiveness. But overlook this nanosecond and Jesus will have to step out for a few moments. They're admins, which is short for Administrative Assistant, which is short for, "You cannot even imagine how important I am."
Meet My Dear Secretary Miss Helen
As a pastor of 30 years you mark certain times when time stand still. Like when you say , "Cool" but what you really meant was , "Epic." or when there's a new staff opening. When the church had 50 members you knew the secretary's name - wife. Your next secretary was Helen, her job was her ministry . She handled everything. Those Usher pin badges came from her; Sunday School teachers got their colored felt from her. She was your secretary for 20 years, but as her age increased so did the church size and scope. Eventually you had to hire a new person . You would soon find out another of those ministry changing moments, once again hanging on just one word.
How to Replace the Secretary
The new person really was the just the person we needed, and even though she spent the first week trying to locate the camouflaged Bible-shaped wall safe where Helen hid the Standard Annual Treasurer's Record Book she has worked out fabulously. However, this one wanted a job description. She was a female, not to be confused with woman, and she was only my secretary once. I made that error introducing her to a pastor friend, "This is my new secretary Kelley." She politely but over-pronouncing every syllable said, "Yes, I am the replacement Admin ." We never discussed it afterward; we never had to, Kelley is not a secretary, she is an Admin.
Meet My Dear Secretary Miss Helen
As a pastor of 30 years you mark certain times when time stand still. Like when you say , "Cool" but what you really meant was , "Epic." or when there's a new staff opening. When the church had 50 members you knew the secretary's name - wife. Your next secretary was Helen, her job was her ministry . She handled everything. Those Usher pin badges came from her; Sunday School teachers got their colored felt from her. She was your secretary for 20 years, but as her age increased so did the church size and scope. Eventually you had to hire a new person . You would soon find out another of those ministry changing moments, once again hanging on just one word.
How to Replace the Secretary
The new person really was the just the person we needed, and even though she spent the first week trying to locate the camouflaged Bible-shaped wall safe where Helen hid the Standard Annual Treasurer's Record Book she has worked out fabulously. However, this one wanted a job description. She was a female, not to be confused with woman, and she was only my secretary once. I made that error introducing her to a pastor friend, "This is my new secretary Kelley." She politely but over-pronouncing every syllable said, "Yes, I am the replacement Admin ." We never discussed it afterward; we never had to, Kelley is not a secretary, she is an Admin.
About the Author:
Regardless how you say it, everything any Admin might desire at some significantly reduced prices through your favorite online Christian Bookstore. They do don't sell admins, at least not yet, but they have everything she (or he) will need. Be Blessed. Godspeed.
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