Britt's Blurbs

In these last few weeks of my ministry here at First United Methodist Church of El Dorado, there will be a lot of opportunities for me to say good bye. However, the fear always lingers that I will miss someone or that I will overlook a group of some ones. So, if you don’t mind, I will take just a couple of paragraphs to say goodbye and to thank you all for the many gifts that you have given me.

I came into this appointment exhausted from seminary and struggling as I left dear friends and families behind in Chicago. I was worried about finding my place in El Dorado and relearning how to navigate the Arkansas culture. This exhaustion and anxiety were quickly erased as I was lovingly accepted and celebrated for the ministry that I had to share. These simple acts of hospitality and Christian love allowed me to find confidence and a sense of pastoral identity that I did not bring with me to El Dorado. Thank you for practicing your faith in a very tangible way, you have made me a better pastor.

As I leave you all now, I know that there are new and exciting ministries just now gaining momentum. This is an exciting time in the life of this congregation and I will look forward to hearing about the many ways that God is moving in your midst. My prayers will continue with you all as you have the opportunity to share your Christian love and hospitality with Mike and Nancy. Their ministries will strengthen this congregation as you accept and embrace the many gifts and graces they are willing to offer you. May your beacon of God’s love and grace continue to shine beyond the walls of First United Methodist Church and into the community of El Dorado.

May God’s Peace be with each of you.

Rev. Brittany Richardson Watson