2 Oct 2026, 12:59Pastor Kwesi Moore, SEC PresidentNorfolk, England, United Kingdom
Consider Your Calling
Pastoral Letter, 2 October 2026
Dear SEC Church Family,
This week I bring you greetings from our very own Hay’s Wood Retreat Centre in Norfolk, where my fellow Officers, Directors Area Coordinators and I have been gathered for our annual Strategic Planning Meetings to review the progress of our Conference regarding the execution of the Go SEC: Inspired for Mission strategy.
Our time together began on Sunday, 27th September, when we were joined by colleagues from the British Union Conference, North England Conference and Missions, for stimulating leadership training with Pr. Fredrick Russell. We then continued with sessions led by Antonio Belgrave and Mfakazi Ndebele, reviewing the progress of the Conference, so as to not take this for granted. As this event ends today, 2nd October 2026, it has truly been an important chance to refocus on our calling.
In the words of our attendees, this event has allowed us to renew our focus, our commitment, and our sense of hope, with God as our Head and Guide. One of the main improvements that is close to my heart is synchronisation and unity so we all truly work together. Our church is made up of individuals with different experiences and backgrounds. We as a Church and as individuals have all been summoned to service. This must always remain our focus. If we find ourselves measuring our work against a brother or sister who comes from a different perspective, we must remember they may not necessarily be right or wrong: just different.
The Apostle Paul outlines this as an example in Ephesians 3:7-8, explaining how he became a servant of the gospel by the gift of God’s grace. He writes with humility when he said that though he is "less than the least of all the Lord’s people," this grace was given to preach to the Gentiles the boundless riches of Christ.
This invites a vital question: Am I doing what God is calling me to do? If not, I guarantee that things will go wrong. Even more importantly, when we step outside of God's will, we risk negatively impacting the very Church that Jesus died to establish.
Let us "consider our calling" (1 Corinthians 1:26) and live only for an audience of One, rather than for public praise and applause. As Pastor Fredrick Russell powerfully reminded us, "Personality is what we are in the light, wearing a mask... but you can’t model integrity if you haven’t chosen it under pressure." We must resist the urge to perform for the crowd, remembering the ultimate promise of Jesus: "Behold, I am coming soon! My reward is with me" (Revelation 22:12).
As we met, we also spent time reflecting on the unique needs and interests of our ministers. Challenges naturally arise when pastoral families feel that, due to the heavy demands on their time, they are constantly "sharing" their loved ones with the Church. While serving God is always a privilege, ministry can be a deeply lonely place. Leaders handle sensitive, confidential matters that no one else is party to, all while supporting members through their biggest milestones and critical moments.
They are a tower of strength for everyone around them. They face many high-stakes decisions, unique expectations, and strict standards. If they or their families make mistakes, I ask that you see these as occasions for extending understanding and grace, both to these families and especially the young people in their homes. Living life in the spotlight is difficult. The deep personal investment our ministers make is often not fully appreciated or understood, and its full effects may not be truly known until we reach eternity.
While here at Hay's Wood, we moved into the month of October: our designated month for appreciating our Pastors, Ministers, Elders, and Church Leaders of all kinds. Please remember to find meaningful ways to express your gratitude and support to them in the coming weeks, and particularly next Sabbath, 10th October, on our GC-designated Pastor’s Appreciation Day.
Thank you for your continued partnership in the gospel ministry.
“We will go, we will go
Where God Leads, we will go
We will follow Christ, and spread His love
We will go where our Saviour leads.”
May God bless you all.
Dear SEC Church Family,
This week I bring you greetings from our very own Hay’s Wood Retreat Centre in Norfolk, where my fellow Officers, Directors Area Coordinators and I have been gathered for our annual Strategic Planning Meetings to review the progress of our Conference regarding the execution of the Go SEC: Inspired for Mission strategy.
Our time together began on Sunday, 27th September, when we were joined by colleagues from the British Union Conference, North England Conference and Missions, for stimulating leadership training with Pr. Fredrick Russell. We then continued with sessions led by Antonio Belgrave and Mfakazi Ndebele, reviewing the progress of the Conference, so as to not take this for granted. As this event ends today, 2nd October 2026, it has truly been an important chance to refocus on our calling.
In the words of our attendees, this event has allowed us to renew our focus, our commitment, and our sense of hope, with God as our Head and Guide. One of the main improvements that is close to my heart is synchronisation and unity so we all truly work together. Our church is made up of individuals with different experiences and backgrounds. We as a Church and as individuals have all been summoned to service. This must always remain our focus. If we find ourselves measuring our work against a brother or sister who comes from a different perspective, we must remember they may not necessarily be right or wrong: just different.
The Apostle Paul outlines this as an example in Ephesians 3:7-8, explaining how he became a servant of the gospel by the gift of God’s grace. He writes with humility when he said that though he is "less than the least of all the Lord’s people," this grace was given to preach to the Gentiles the boundless riches of Christ.
This invites a vital question: Am I doing what God is calling me to do? If not, I guarantee that things will go wrong. Even more importantly, when we step outside of God's will, we risk negatively impacting the very Church that Jesus died to establish.
Let us "consider our calling" (1 Corinthians 1:26) and live only for an audience of One, rather than for public praise and applause. As Pastor Fredrick Russell powerfully reminded us, "Personality is what we are in the light, wearing a mask... but you can’t model integrity if you haven’t chosen it under pressure." We must resist the urge to perform for the crowd, remembering the ultimate promise of Jesus: "Behold, I am coming soon! My reward is with me" (Revelation 22:12).
As we met, we also spent time reflecting on the unique needs and interests of our ministers. Challenges naturally arise when pastoral families feel that, due to the heavy demands on their time, they are constantly "sharing" their loved ones with the Church. While serving God is always a privilege, ministry can be a deeply lonely place. Leaders handle sensitive, confidential matters that no one else is party to, all while supporting members through their biggest milestones and critical moments.
They are a tower of strength for everyone around them. They face many high-stakes decisions, unique expectations, and strict standards. If they or their families make mistakes, I ask that you see these as occasions for extending understanding and grace, both to these families and especially the young people in their homes. Living life in the spotlight is difficult. The deep personal investment our ministers make is often not fully appreciated or understood, and its full effects may not be truly known until we reach eternity.
While here at Hay's Wood, we moved into the month of October: our designated month for appreciating our Pastors, Ministers, Elders, and Church Leaders of all kinds. Please remember to find meaningful ways to express your gratitude and support to them in the coming weeks, and particularly next Sabbath, 10th October, on our GC-designated Pastor’s Appreciation Day.
Thank you for your continued partnership in the gospel ministry.
“We will go, we will go
Where God Leads, we will go
We will follow Christ, and spread His love
We will go where our Saviour leads.”
May God bless you all.
