McGarity Family Update: Focused On Winning This Battle

Dear Skyline Church Family,

As many of you know, in October of last year, my wife Janie, was diagnosed with cancer.  This journey has required much strength, faith, and attention. After much prayer and consideration, and with the support of the Skyline staff and Local Board of Administration, I believe that taking time away temporarily to be fully present with her is the right path. 

This decision was not taken lightly or without consideration. But I am brought back to our word of the year, “wisdom” and I know that the wisest decision I can make is to focus on my family and take a sabbatical as lead pastor.  Since Janie’s diagnosis, I have considered taking some extended time away, and God is prompting me that the time is now. This time will allow me to provide the care and support my wife needs in the coming months. 

The sabbatical will begin on November 18, 2024, with an anticipated return in mid-March. I am confident in our Skyline staff’s ability to continue moving forward in our mission.  I know the church family will rally together to continue helping people find and follow Jesus seven days a week. We have prayerfully chosen a group of phenomenal guest and staff speakers to bring you the Word and take us through the Christmas season and into the New Year. 

I am grateful for the understanding, prayers, and support of each of you during this season. Janie and I deeply appreciate how you have walked with us on this journey so far, many of you providing words of encouragement and faithful prayers. We will continue to receive messages and support to the email we provided in previous updates, care@skylinechurch.org. I look forward to returning with renewed energy as my wife and I both find strength in God’s grace and prepare to serve again at the best church in the world.

In Christ,  

Pastor Jeremy McGarity

Click here to watch this announcement from Pastor Jeremy and his wife Janie.