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...
Howdy! Buckaroos and Lil Cowpokes!!!
This is Sheriff Woody (Pastor Ben) from Cactusville.
Today, I have a message not just for the crew members, but to everyone who might experience the Cactusville tomorrow at Church!
One phrase has been echoing in my heart lately:
"You are Mine."
As I read through the Bible, I...
Dear Willowdale Church Family,
This coming Sabbath, we have the privilege of gathering around the Lord's Table for Communion. Before summer vacations, family visits, and travel take many of us in different directions over the coming weeks, it is a beautiful opportunity to come together one more time as one...