Pastor’s Thoughts

From a young age, I loved winning at sports. I confess that winning was a bit of an addiction. It was probably coming from a deep desire for attention and affirmation from others. Nevertheless, it was a driving motivation for me. Baseball, soccer, track, table tennis,...

Pastor’s Thoughts

This week we hear of the man who inquires of Jesus how to obtain eternal life. He rejects Jesus’ invitation to sell his goods, give to the poor, and follow Jesus. Mark tells us this devastatingly sad line, “At this saying, his countenance fell and he went away...

Pastor’s Thoughts

Our festival was a great success this year. I want to personally thank everyone who volunteered to help make the day enjoyable and successful. We could not put on such an event without your help. THANK YOU. We are currently tallying up the profits against costs and...

Pastor’s Thoughts

Maggots, grubs, worms. When I imagine one or many of these nasty slimy buggers living inside my body unseen, feeding off my flesh, slowly rotting me out I feel deeply disgusted. If I knew I had a worm, I would do anything to remove the alien invader, and fast. But...

Pastor’s Thoughts

Our festival is approaching soon  Sunday September 29. We will have a polka band from 12 pm to 4pm followed by Flashback CLE (70’s 80’s hits) from 5 pm to 9 pm. Hope to see everyone there. Louise Slavik will be coordinating selling and collecting of baked goods that...