New Roles for Michael and Tori Davis

As you all likely know, Michael and Tori moved to Richmond over a year ago for Michael to pursue a Master of Theology degree as preparation for a potential PhD program. Over their time here, Michael and Tori have realized that, rather than pursuing further education, their calling is to start doing ministry here and now. This realization is something that I fully agree with, and am delighted that they have landed here and become a part of Incarnation, because I love the idea of them participating in the ministry of this church to the Richmond area. Michael and Tori bring different gifts to the church, and we are excited to see them use their gifts in our midst and in the surrounding community.

Tori has said “yes” to taking up the part-time role at Incarnation of Women’s Minister, and will be helping us develop new ministries for the women at the church. The new mid-morning women’s Bible study is an example of the work that she will be doing. Tori has a number of dreams about potential ministries to the women of the church and the broader community, and I encourage you to ask her about what she is praying about and developing!

She is also becoming our second Youth Minister, and is helping Justin by planning fellowship events, teaching Sunday school classes, and taking the lead on communication. Parents of youth have already seen the newsletters and updates from her. If you want to know more about the dreams and plans for youth ministry, talk to Justin and Tori! (It should also be noted that Justin and Tori have a fantastic group of volunteers who are helping them teach Sunday school classes and participating in special activities.)

Michael is now officially on board with Fellowship of Christian Athletes as a campus pastor at the University of Richmond, where he will be ministering to the coaches and athletes. Currently, he is fundraising so that he can begin his ministry. To hear more about his work, read this brief letter from him. He will continue to serve as a deacon at the church until his ordination to the priesthood (Oct. 9), and after his ordination, will serve as an assisting priest. I am thankful to have someone to assist me in this way.

We are delighted that God has brought us Michael and Tori, and eager to see how each of their ministries grows and develops in the Richmond area. Please pray for them!

In Christ,
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