Category: Blog

This time every year marks the point where planning for next year’s fiscal budget takes place. Budget leaders from different ministries work with others in their ministry to put together a budget for the year ahead. Much time and thought goes into the process, and it can be nerve racking at times. However, it is...

We have a lot of hurting people at our church. Maybe that describes you as you’re reading this. Loved ones have passed away, people are struggling with physical issues, marriages are failing, people are losing jobs, people are facing difficulties in the workplace and in their schools. We are a needy people. Whenever I hear...

I am excited to note that this Sunday morning, October 4th, we will be implementing the new children’s check-in process! This process will impact ALL children newborn up to 5th grade. Please review the details of the new process and come prepared ready to help do your part to help the system run smoothly! The...

As many families did this summer, my family and I took a vacation. Our time away took us to Virginia, Pennsylvania, and New York where we spent time with my family, Carol’s family, and church family from our ministry in New York. Now, whenever my family goes on vacation, one of our most favorite things...

Unfortunately, I often need a reminder from God that He is in control and not me. And let me tell you…these reminders aren’t fun! The most recent of these instances was a few weeks ago on the day our daughter was born. But before we go there, let’s go back 2 years to the birth...

I am continually reminded of the importance of spending daily quiet time with the Lord.  I am so thankful for God’s Word and for the ability to communicate with Him directly in prayer!  With that being said, however, I have a confession to make.  If I’m not in the middle of a trial, I have...

In light of the recent Supreme Court ruling on same-sex marriage, I came across the following article that I found helpful in giving me some direction as to how I should respond as a follower of Jesus Christ. I thought I would pass it along with the hopes that it will help you as well....

Have you ever felt that being a Christian is like a second job? That you have to be perfect or else you will feel like you messed up big time? Well I know I have. Ever since I have been saved, I have been trying my hardest to do what is right in God’s eyes....

As a pastor for the past 30 years, I’ve seen and heard a lot.  I’ve walked along side of people experiencing the greatest highs and lows of life.  I’ve seen the miracle of birth and looked death in the face many times.  I remember one day in April of 2012, going to Hurley Hospital where...