Resignation of Dr. Stephen LeBar, Executive Director of CBAmerica

We received the following email yesterday (August 2) from Dr. Stephen LeBar, Executive Director of CBAmerica. Please keep Dr. Lebar and his wife, Cathy, in prayer. We have appreciated Stephen's leadership and value his friendship.
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From the Desk of Dr. Stephen LeBar:

On July 22nd I submitted my resignation as Executive Director of CBAmerica. The Executive Committee has asked me to continue to serve through our January Board meetings, if possible, to facilitate a smooth transition. Cathy and I are seeking God's direction for our next ministry chapter, and we are open to whatever He reveals to us. Our first inclination is toward local church involvement as Senior Pastor.

Regarding CBAmerica, the model that was created in the spring of 2004 is continuing to evolve, and I feel that the transitioning that I was called to lead has taken place. In the next phase there will need to be adjustments of structure and roles. I am stepping aside to empower that process. I celebrate the momentous change we have gone through, the power of godly relationships and shared vision that is permeating the regions, and the victories that have been won. Working with the REDs, we have transitioned toward the model proposed in 2004 to the Board and constituency. God has graciously allowed me to be a part of that process.

At this point I feel strongly that God has released me from the leadership of CBAmerica. It is increasingly clear that the task for which I was employed has been completed, and with that sense of accomplishment, it is time for me to distance myself from the next stage. We anticipate even more effectiveness between and among the member Regions as the relational model of trust and interdependence is further developed, and we will pray with you to that end.

Thank you for the privilege of serving you through these years of change and fresh vision.