Dear Brothers:
Last night, I submitted my resignation via letter to the
Clerk of the Session of First Presbyterian Church. The text is as follows:
Dear (Clerk):
After meditation, prayer, and consultation with trusted family members,
friends, and colleagues in ministry, I submit my resignation as installed
pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Denton effective June 30, 2016.
When I began work as temporary supply pastor (2010) and through to this
date, the congregation has faced significant challenges -- challenges that
require change. From nearly the
beginning, the changes I proposed and my manner of ministry have met with
quiet, consistent, and now organized opposition from certain members and
staff. In addition, the mission and
ecclesial posture of the PCUSA -- of
which I largely concur -- are no longer in keeping with the views of certain
members.
I thank God for the opportunity He has given me to serve as pastor in
this setting. He has led me in the past,
and I have every confidence I will be similarly led in the future.
Sincerely,
Rev. Paul R. Dunklau
As a result, the "status" of our noon meetings of
THE NICODEMUS LEAGUE has changed. Personally,
I am willing to continue to meet -- individually or as a group -- if there is
interest. The setting, however, will no
longer be at First Presbyterian Church.
Diana and I love Denton; we feel God's direction to stay
here. We have been blessed to be
involved with many entities that are of direct benefit to those in need in our
area. My initial plan is to take interim training
through the PCUSA and be available for congregations in Denton and/or the North
Dallas area in general as needs arise.
Finally, I will no longer be using this email for
correspondence. Feel free to contact me
at any time. I can be reached at
prdunklau@gmail.com and/or 940-206-3582 (text messages welcomed). I realize this announcement will be something
of a shock, but I trust, in time, that you will understand.
With gratitude to God and for you, I remain...
Your Scribe,
Rev. Paul R.Dunklau
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
1114 W. University Drive
Denton, Texas 76201
Office: 940-387-3894
Office Fax: 940-387-3877
Mobile: 940-206-3582
Email: prdunklau@gmail.com
