This weekend I had the joy of taking part in ordaining elders in the emerging church at Stord, an island south of Bergen. This covenant community has been brought together by the ministry of Jan Sigve Hystad. On Saturday he and Jarle Vae were ordained elders of this covenant community.
It was a great time of celebration and a big meal as the people of God came together for this great event. The ordination ceremony was led by Terje Dahle in a wonderful way. Elders from the churches in the area also took part in laying on of hands. The Lord spoke to the new elders and the entire church trough prophetic words.
The local believers were excited over what was taking place. They brought flowers and many words of thanksgiving and appreciation. It was indeed a joyful time giving God the glory for what he had done.