The Reverend Susan Trucksess
I officially retired ("honorably," of course) from
full-time pastoring in the Presbyterian Church a couple of years
ago, but the call to ministry is still strong for me. So, to help
fill a staff vacancy, I arrived at FCC's doorstep in June 2005
as an interim associate pastor and I am still here (praise the
Lord!). I am particularly interested in helping people in mainline
Protestant traditions claim the riches of the spiritual wisdom
and practice of the whole Christian Church (and other faith communities)
as part of their own heritage and devotional life. As I preach
and teach and just spend time with folks, I urge, and try to practice
for myself, a balance between contemplation and active engagement
with the world in social justice work. I call this a street-wise
spirituality. It is a joy for me to share people's faith journeys,
and I have found that most individuals appreciate safe places
and listening hearts where they can talk about big questions,
and everyday issues, with an eye to noticing God in the midst
of all circumstances, events and relationships. My husband Jim
is an active member here, and it is a delight to worship and serve
together in our "new" home town.