Pastor Chris

Most gracious and loving God, as the light of the birth of Your Son continues to shine upon us and enlightens our path forward, and as we celebrate with the Wise Men at Christ Jesus’ coming into our lives, we pray that Your presence continues to strengthen us with...

Most gracious and loving God, as we begin to emerge from the hibernation of winter, with its increased darkness and cold, we feel light and life being restored to us anew. We pray that Your Holy presence embraces us in the warmth of spring; the increased brightness of...

Brothers and sisters in Christ Jesus, “Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:” (Matthew 28:19 KJV) Those words from Christ Jesus embrace us… …as we are commissioned to share the...

Brothers and Sisters in Christ Jesus, Let’s start 2021 off on a good note…good footing… Many a time I have prayed with individuals in nursing homes, hospitals, or at other times in which I included the words “we give you thanks for all the blessings in our lives;...

Brothers and Sisters in Christ Jesus, I have imagery in my mind as I sit at my desk to type this post. The imagery I have is that of a fireplace and a fireside chat…made famous (at least) by President Franklin Roosevelt. If we were to sit back, close our eyes, and...

Brothers and Sisters in Christ, There are myriad things occurring during this time of year. We begin with Advent; Christmas quickly follows; then we head into a New Year, and Epiphany. With all this transition, one common theme makes its way into our...

Brothers and sisters in Christ Jesus, Fall is upon us. It’s a time of change, transition and excitement. With the decrease in the amount of daylight we are reminded that the holidays are just around the corner. Thanksgiving, Christmas, and even Halloween…after all,...