“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.” — Proverbs 16:9 (NIV)

The fear of double-booking, forgetting a meeting, or losing track of time haunts many of us with ADHD or dyslexia. We look at incumbents with their perfectly colour-coded diaries and feel entirely disqualified from parish ministry before we’ve even started. But ministry isn’t about flawlessly executing a schedule; it’s about being present when the Lord inevitably interrupts the plan.

The Question: Are you letting the fear of poor administration convince you that you can’t do pastoral care?

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Lent Reflection: The Anxiety of the Diary