Dear Members of Christ the King,
We are writing to share good news. The Congregation Council met last night to consider our next Interim Pastor during the transition. After rich deliberation we voted to offer the position to Pastor Mandy Derr. As almost all of you will know, Mandy served in the same capacity faithfully and successfully between June 2021 and September 2023. He knows our church, our congregation, our staff, our challenges, and the exciting opportunities at our door. Pastor Derr will start as soon as August 3, 2025
Bishop Elect Tracey Breashears Schultz and the Council listened to the input from many in our congregation who sent messages and emails, called us, and met with us in person; we considered the benefits during the transition of having someone already familiar with Christ the King, and believe Pastor Derr is the best option for us now.
We ask you to celebrate with us that Pastor Derr is willing to accept the challenge. Please join us in a fervent prayer that the Lord will guide him and all of us as we start another transition.
Council remains excited about the future and we invite everyone to continue to support our staff and our rostered leaders.
Yours in Christ,
Federico Salas-Isnardi
Congregation President
Martina Longoria
Congregation Vice-president
Caroline Freiberg
Council Member and Member at Large, Executive Committee