Gal 5:1

So Christ has truly set us free. Now make sure that you stay free, and don’t get tied up again in slavery to the law. ~ Galatians 5:1

Wednesday, January 9, 2013

Bill Clem Resigns from Ballard Campus

Interesting and informative post up at Wenatchee The Hatchet about Bill Clem's resignation and change in leadership at the Ballard Campus.

Announcement from Mark Driscoll that Bill Clem is resigning leadership of Mars Hill Ballard, Alex Early replacing him

"To be absolutely clear, Pastor Bill’s transition is not the result of any conflict or sin (in fact, we will honor him publicly at all services on January 27). Mars Hill Ballard is in a season of major change. After sending out dozens of leaders, thousands of members, and millions of dollars as the longtime launching pad for a church that now spans 15 locations in four states, it’s time for Ballard to find out what the next season of fruitfulness looks like as a local church. It’s going to be a big project that takes a lot of years, energy, and effort. After months of prayerful consideration, God’s made it clear to Pastor Bill: he’s not the man to lead whatever’s next for Ballard.
I would gladly have Pastor Bill serve in another position at Mars Hill Church, but he is feeling called to something new in his next season of life. He has my full support in this decision, and though I am sad to see him go, I am forever grateful for his service. He remains my friend and should remain yours."
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6 comments:

  1. "God’s made it clear to Pastor Bill: he’s not the man to lead whatever’s next for Ballard."

    God?
    Or Rev. Driscoll?

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  2. I actually happen to know the Clem's quite well, and this statement isn't completely true. Pastor Bill disagrees with PM and as a result Pastor Bill will be heading to a different church in Portland. Pastor Mark has unchecked power.

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    1. Anonymous,

      I believe it. We will likely never hear the stories about many of the various pastors who were fired due to severance packages and non-disclosure agreements. But, anytime you read statements like the one made about Bill Clem, it is likely there is more to the story. I know of other pastors whose PR statement was very, very different from what actually happened.

      That is the problem, Mark's unchecked power. Until that changes it will continue.

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    2. "severance packages and non-disclosure agreements"

      Doesn't it say somewhere that Jesus had his disciples sign those?

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  3. Anonymous, If you know Bill quite well, will you ask Bill why he served for years in the first place at Mars Hill? It is not like he was unaware of PM before he joined Ballard.

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  4. That one's not too hard if you actually do any research at all. :)

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