Originally posted by Rev. Rich Trickel on July 31, 2009

The Encarta Dictionary defines realign like this: straighten something, change something to fit situation, make new alliances. For many of us change isn’t easy, it’s often painful and as a result we tend to put it off as long as we can – even when we feel a change is ultimately in our best interest.

For the last 6 months change has been the topic at The City Mission. We’ve been forced, because of the economic pressures of today’s environment, to evaluate what we’re doing and adjust. We are focusing on efficiencies, strategic partnerships, and strengthening core ministry components. The occasion for faith based agencies to collaborate together is much more than just a good idea. It’s rapidly becoming an economic necessity and personally I thank God for it. In the end, we’re better together than any one of us is by ourselves. This is an exciting time – I can’t wait to see how this all plays out!