January 24, 2025

Local Author Michael Plekon Reflects on Modern Ministry

How the Borrego Ministers' Association Exemplifies Ministry in Action

Michael Plekon, a local author, retired pastor, and co-chair of the Borrego Ministers' Association (BMA), continues to inspire and serve the Borrego Springs community. Known for his thoughtful writing and decades of ministry, Fr. Plekon provides pastoral counsel at St. Barnabas and beyond, offering support to those in need.

In his recent interview with Living Lutheran, Plekon discusses his latest book, Ministry Matters: Pastors, Their Life and Work Today. He reflects on the evolving role of clergy and the challenges of guiding congregations in today’s changing world. Through stories of diverse faith leaders like Pope Francis, Nadia Bolz-Weber, and Barbara Brown Taylor, his book highlights the vital role of pastors in fostering community, reconciliation, and faith.

The Borrego Ministers' Association embodies the spirit of Ministry Matters. As an ecumenical group, the BMA provides tangible support to local residents, helping with rent, utilities, medical transportation, property cleanup, and food coupons. This work showcases how ministry extends far beyond church walls, offering practical and compassionate care to the community.

To delve deeper into Fr. Plekon’s thoughts on modern ministry, read the full interview on Living Lutheran: https://www.livinglutheran.org/2025/01/what-is-the-role-of-the-pastor-today/.

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Holy Week by Fr. Michael Plekon

By Fr Plekon • March 16, 2026

by Fr. Michael Plekon All Christians see the days before Jesus’ death, burial and being raised as a holy week. Much of the liturgy we have for it, especially the last Three Days, comes from observances in Jerusalem recorded by a Spanish nun, Egeria, in the 300s. Still today, the processions on Palm Sunday and later after Good Friday are carried out by Christians of diverse church backgrounds in the Holy City. For some, Palm Sunday’s cries of “Hosanna” float over to the “Hallelujahs” of Easter Sunday. So much is missed if one does not come to the services during the week. Indeed, it is a lot to go to church not once but three more times in a week, but those who do come away with a deepened sense of what we celebrate around Easter every year.

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