Dr. LeBar submitted his resignation as Executive Director of CBAmerica. The Executive Committee has asked him to continue to serve through our January Board meetings, if possible, to facilitate a smooth transition. Stephen and Cathy are seeking God's direction for his next ministry chapter--his first inclination is toward local church involvement as Senior Pastor. The CBAmerica model that was created in the spring of 2004 is continuing to evolve, and Stephen felt that the transitioning he was called to lead had taken place. In the next phase, there will need to be adjustments of structure and roles. He is stepping aside to empower that process. Stephen writes, "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."