Tag: Puzzler’s Corner
Puzzler’s Corner: I Love It When A Plan Comes Together
Puzzler’s Corner Ecclesiastes 3: 1-8 “I Love It When A Plan Comes Together.” This famous quote is attributed to John Hannibal Smith, the leader of a fictional team of do-gooders who seek to wipe out injustice as they stay one step ahead of the law. The t. v. show that coined the phrase had a… Continue Reading Puzzler’s Corner: I Love It When A Plan Comes Together
The Lord Be With You
“The Lord Be With You” I learned late Tuesday afternoon that the jury reached a guilty verdict in the case of Jennifer Crumbley. I struggle with trying to find the right words to comfort the families that have had to relive that day over the last several weeks. And it is possible that people… Continue Reading The Lord Be With You
Puzzling Through, A Few More Thoughts
First, I want to thank everyone who was able to attend the District Conference on Saturday, November 4, 2023. Whether you were with us in person or in spirit, it was wonderful to spend some time in fellowship, sharing a meal and planting seeds for our future. I especially want to express my gratitude… Continue Reading Puzzling Through, A Few More Thoughts
Prayers for Peoples of Israel
As I begin this week’s blog, I ask for your prayers for the peoples of Israel. I have visited the Holy Land twice. I am heartbroken as the images I’ve seen over the past few days have forever changed the places I remember. At this time, there are tour groups that are unable to return… Continue Reading Prayers for Peoples of Israel
Getting to Know You
Five years ago, we created the Michigan Conference, bringing the West Michigan and Detroit Conferences together. We were able to accomplish some of what we hoped to achieve for this new conference. Unfortunately, like many of our faith communities, COVID changed the path we wanted to take. As we launch the new Michigan Conference, we… Continue Reading Getting to Know You