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Another new year has arrived… When I was very young, I found it impossible to stay up until midnight and ring in the new year with all of the adults. As I get older, I don’t want to stay up until midnight and ring in the new year with anyone – I just want to… Read More »

A Note From the Pastor… The Gospel of Matthew begins with a “Genealogy of Jesus Christ,” and concludes Chapter 1 with the birth of Jesus. However, one of the most fascinating parts of the account is Joseph’s reaction to Mary expecting a child. “Now the birth of Jesus Christ took place in this way. When… Read More »

As We Prepare for Communion… Communion, mentioned primarily in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and Paul’s letter to the Corinthians, is an important part of a faithful Christians’ walk with Christ. Jesus used a meal to institute one of the most universal and unforgettable ordinances of the church. Communion (sometimes referred to as the… Read More »

A Note from the Pastor…  All week, I have thought about this past week’s message about missions. I know sometimes it seems repetitive. As we focus on missions, sometimes I show the same video, (or at least the same type of video), sometimes I share basically the same message – almost every month. This week… Read More »

A Note from the Pastor…  I generally believe that true poverty in America has been eliminated, (with the exception of drug abuse, mental health, and poor choices). We have a robust governmental welfare system. There are food banks, private charities, ministerial alliances, churches of all denominations, and generous individuals who have been willing to step… Read More »

A Note from the Pastor… The Word of God is clear on our calling to be content. True contentment brings true thankfulness. Godly contentment brings satisfaction, peace, and a lasting trust in the Lord. Most importantly, Hebrews 13:5 reminds us, “Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have,… Read More »

A Note from the Pastor… “Judge not lest you be judged” from Matthew 7:1 is one of the most misunderstood and misapplied teachings in Scripture by believers and non-believers alike. When Jesus said, “Judge not lest you be judged,” He wasn’t issuing a blanket rule that people are never to judge others. A closer look… Read More »

A Note From the Pastor…  My wife and I visited Itaituba, Brazil, in September of 2022, (that is our picture in front of a river-side sign that translates “I love Itaituba” on the front of the bulletin this week). We were excited to visit the Todd’s, excited to visit a new culture, and blessed to… Read More »

A Note From the CWC… Christian Women Connection (CWC) is a women’s ministry affiliated with the Church of God (Anderson, IN). Several women of our local church congregation participated in CWC events and service projects this past year. Monthly meetings, known as CWC Women’s Fellowship, were held in October, November, February, March, April, May, June,… Read More »

A Note From the Pastor…  One of my favorite verses in all of the Bible is found in Isaiah 6:8 – “And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here I am! Send me.” In this vision given to Isaiah, Matthew… Read More »