News
What’s in a Name?
Notes and thoughts on Jody Mask's message August 24, 2014 What do we call ourselves? How important are names and titles to us? What does Jesus call himself? What does Jesus call us? What do we call Jesus? All good questions, but the more important one is: Who...
How Big Is Your Bible
Notes and thoughts on Rev. Dr. Ed Peterson's message on August 17, 2014 Rev. Dr. Ed Peterson’s sermon asked the question: “How Big is Your Bible?” He spoke to the fact that we ignore much of the Bible, living by our own “little bible” with easy-to-follow...
A Life Worthy of the Gospel of Jesus Christ
Notes and thoughts on Elder Mike Bouch's message August 10, 2014 We are a diverse group of believers. What we have in common is the grace we receive from God, and we are called to a life of obedience. Obedient is a word modern-day pastors hate to bring up...
Will You Be Mine?
Notes and thoughts on Rev. Dr. Larry Selig’s message August 3, 2014 Chances are you've heard John 14:1-3 read at a funeral, but not likely at a wedding. In this passage, Jesus is speaking to the disciples at the Last Supper. Do not let your hearts be troubled....
The Kingdom of Heaven Is Like This…
Notes and Thoughts On Rev. Mary McKey's message on Sunday, July 27, 2014 Rev. Mary McKey preached on how, through the parables in Matthew, Jesus describes what heaven is like. Rev. McKey referred to ten of the parables, pointing to the common thread in each one. That...
Growing Up with God
Notes and thoughts on Rev. Walk Jones' message on July 20, 2014 Rev. Walk Jones traced the life of Jacob, summarizing chapters 28-35 in Genesis. From being a “trickster” who stole the birthright from his brother, to being a liar, and a man prone to arrogance,...
South Dakota Mission Trip 2014 – Report
Our mission team to Rapid City, South Dakota is staying at the School of Mines. They will be repairing and painting homes in the poorer section of Rapid City, which is home to many Native Americans who have left the Piney Ridge Reservation in search of work and a...
Rooted and Grounded, Growing and Going
Notes and thoughts on Rev. Laura B. Viau’s message July 13, 2014 As people of faith, we are a lot like plants. When we are firmly planted with a strong root system, we are able to grow tall and strong, and be productive in the way we were designed. God’s lavish love...
The Yoke is on You
Notes and thoughts on Rev. Walk Jones’ message July 6, 2014 “Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for...
Trust in God and Remain Calm
During his message on June 29, Rev. Dr. Dan Williams shared some thoughts and observations on recent actions taken at the PC(USA) General Assembly. He pointed out that of the hundreds of issues addressed by the GA, only a few controversial ones are receiving the...
A Father’s Dilemma
Notes and thoughts on Rev. Dr. Dan Williams’ message June 29, 2014 People in crisis tend to organize their worldview around some promise of immediate help or the hope for some “good luck.” But as Christians, we shouldn’t depend on luck; we are told to depend on...
Count It All Joy
Notes and thoughts on Youth Director Tyler Lutz’s message June 22, 2014 Life is hard. We all go through tough times, we all face challenges. But even when we are confronted with trials, God is still with us, loving us, caring for us. Tyler made three important...