a word from the pastor

Specifically Thankful

The psalm of the month at our church is Psalm 107, which exhorts us to give thanks to the Lord because He is good. Why give thanks? Because God is good, always. Having stated that wonderful attribute, the psalmist goes on to enumerate various expressions of the Lord’s goodness. I’ll mention just ...
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Teaching Gratitude

The speed at which we jump from Halloween to Christmas reflects the ingratitude of our culture. One could easily get the impression we’re purposely attempting to avoid Thanksgiving altogether, which is all the more reason for you dads to impart the gift of gratitude to your children. Make no mist...
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Thanksgiving in 3D

Fall has arrived and with it the usual seasonal decorations designed to spark sales in stores. Christmas trees at Costco and skeleton statues at Lowe's are the first things to greet your gaze as you enter. Conspicuously absent from the décor is anything having to do with Thanksgiving. The commerc...
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