You Are Not Alone
By Rick Anderson You Are Not Alone Throughout our lives we each experience “peaks” and “valleys,” times of joy and times of sadness. The joyous times are obviously much more enjoyable to experience and endure than times of challenge. This past Fall I had the privilege of being a part of a very special gathering of people. Each person in the group was there to [...]
Resurrection Power Running Through My Veins?
By Didi Bacon Resurrection Power Running Through My Veins? I recently read the story of a young woman named Bonnie and her husband who were fully indoctrinated and committed to white supremacist beliefs. (Erika Hayasaki, “Secret Life of the Professor Who Lives with Nazis” Narratively. 11-7-18) In a domestic dispute, a relative shot their daughter. At the hospital, two black doctors saved her life. This [...]
Learn About Sleep In Heavenly Peace
We have loved building a relationship with Sleep In Heavenly Peace over the past few months through Tim Stephens. Aaron Adams wanted to share his experience and an upcoming experience you can participate in! Sign-up for the build day: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090B45ABAA28A6F94-47087952-felicity/160676976?fbclid=IwAR1aImkS9svvBI9YIYvpEmuI7svBFI8DjjPUjJwN50VvOQC_DeTQGB49tbE#/ Donate to their mission: https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E345976&id=236
Diving Deep: Our Journey to Baptism
By Shaunda Bernhart Hi, my name is Shaunda Bernhardt, and I am very proud and honored to say that myself and our 2 daughters, Caitlynn and Olivia, got baptized in 2023! Our eldest daughter Caitlynn got baptized on March 12, and Olivia and I got baptized on July 13. All 3 experiences were absolutely amazing, extremely proud, and emotional moments for all of us. I [...]
Giving Tree Recap
By The Ruehlman Family When a new year comes around, it is an opportunity to evaluate and reflect so we can make changes for advancements and keep what is working. In 2023, that is precisely what we did for the Giving Tree! The Giving Tree has been serving our community for over 20 years, so it runs like a well-oiled machine, and as the old [...]
What are your goals for 2024?
Happy New Year! The New Year gives us an opportunity to slow down, ponder, and plan for the future. There are a few things that I do to usher in the new year. The first is to go to bed on New Year’s Eve at our usual bedtime! I give Shannon a kiss and I tell her, “See you next year!” I guess we must [...]