by Christopher Kirwan | Jan 11, 2016 | From the Pastor
We hear so many times of people that do not believe in God, or search for God in the wrong places or the wrong ways. We hear them say something like: “Well, you know I prayed for God to heal my ailing child, but it did not happen fast enough. Therefore, God must not...
by Christopher Kirwan | Jan 3, 2016 | From the Pastor
Often the issue of failed New Year’s resolutions is not the creation of a resolution, or a vow to stop a destructive habit or to begin a healthy one. The primary issues circle around a few other factors. One frequent downfall to New Year’s resolutions is that the...
by Christopher Kirwan | Dec 27, 2015 | From the Pastor
We all need the church, each and every one of us. It is a place of peace, a place of healing, an occasional place of conflict (which is normal), a place of seeking, a place of wholeness and a place of love, joy and companionship. We devote a lot of time to looking:...
by Christopher Kirwan | Dec 21, 2015 | From the Pastor
Our communities and connections can change for the better once God becomes involved. I have witnessed someone who was 93 years old sing to a child not older than 6 and put a smile on their face. Then saw that same child turn right back around and put a smile on the...
by Christopher Kirwan | Dec 14, 2015 | From the Pastor
I cannot imagine the pressure of the one tasked with preparing for Jesus Christ. Maybe that is why John the Baptist was so short with those around him. The stress was getting to him, and he knew there was a lot to do with very little time. He knew what was coming, why...
by TPCBlogger | Jul 19, 2013 | From the Pastor, Service & Mission
By Rev. Christopher Chandler, Pastor This autumn, we are beginning a new ministry to a group of children who are often neglected, particularly in churches. You will soon hear more about the ministry of Nathaniel’s Hope and a program called Buddy Break, so stay tuned!...