Happy Sabbath, everyone,
On September 18–19, some of the women of our church will gather for a special Women’s Ministry Retreat. This will be more than simply a weekend away from home—it will be a sacred appointment with God and a time of spiritual revitalization, personal reflection, prayer, healing, and...
Have you ever felt like you were running on empty? This past week, I literally pushed through on fumes. I arrived at Willowdale this past Monday for our weekly Pastors’ Staff Meeting, where we discuss the ministry of the church and always conclude with a season of prayer for...
Greetings, Willowdale Family, and Happy Sabbath!
As Michelle and I look ahead to what promises to be a very full month of August, I wanted to take a few moments to share some ministry updates before we begin what feels like our annual "cross-country (and cross-Caribbean!) adventure."
Over the next several...
Honoring Our Seniors: A Legacy of Faith That Still Inspires
"The righteous shall flourish like the palm tree... They shall still bear fruit in old age; they shall be fresh and flourishing." Psalm 92:12, 14 (NKJV)
On Sabbath, we have the joyful privilege of celebrating Seniors' Ministry Day—a special occasion to...
When I arrived home after our Willowdale Church Picnic at Earl Bales Park last Sunday, I noticed two things almost immediately. First, I was sore. Second, I was sunburned. Apparently, those are the unavoidable signs of a day well spent!
As I sat down later that evening, smiling despite my...