I have always been fascinated by the night sky.  I don’t think I could make it as an astronaut, but I have a great deal of respect for what they do and the contribution they make to science.  The creation of the solar system is one of the first things mentioned in the Bible.  God speaking all things into existence out of nothing is one of the key principles in understanding Biblical theology.  Bas...

In the New Year, everyone is evaluating their position in an attempt to refocus and reengage their place in society and personal wellness.  I, like so many others, read through all the self-help articles, spiritual advice and “Bible In One Year” challenges trying to find inspiration for myself and to help lead others at our church.  This year, like many in the past, there are plenty of advice colu...

On April 15, 2019, the World watched in horror as the Notre Dame Cathedral was in a blaze.  Hundreds of firefighters and emergency workers rushed to save what could be salvaged as onlookers watched helplessly.  After many years of dedicated work and millions in donations, the site was reopened the first week of December this year.  Over the next few weeks and months many of the items that were sav...

A new survey on Christmas trends has been published by LifeWay Research.  https://research.lifeway.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Lifeway-Americans-Aug-2024-Christmas-Report.pdfLifeWay takes time each year to gauge the holiday pulse of the American people.  Once again, their research has shown that Christmas is still important in the hearts and minds of most people.  In the report, Scott McConnell...

Seeing all of the Operation Christmas Child boxes stacked on stage this past Sunday gave each of us a feeling of community.  This is one of those events, like VBS, where every person in the church has a part to play.  Over 200 boxes collected to send to boys and girls around the world, represent a spirit of contentment with our material possessions and a need to share with others out of our abunda...