Prayer for the School Year

On Sunday, August 27th, we held a special “blessing of the backpacks” litany during our morning worship service. This, combined with the wonderful music, made for an uplifting day for all!    We welcomed several guests from Chesterfield County Public...

Learning to Communicate

In real estate, they say it’s all about location: “location, location, location.”  For the church, we say, “communication, communication, communication.”  We are in the business of communicating the good news of Jesus Christ.  Effective communication is essential for...

Help for Maui Fires

When we see the news reports of the devastation caused by the wildfires in Maui, we want to do something. Our hearts are filled with compassion, and we want to help. You might ask, “Pastor, I can’t go because it’s so far. Plus, what do they need right now?” “How can I...

Dealing with Grief

If you have been through a loss, then you’re aware of the emotional responses and feelings that come in the form of grief.  Someone once said that grief is complex, like a cake with many layers.  I have also heard grief described as a sponge.  We seem...

Being Part of What God is Doing

It was our great joy to have hosted Larry and Sarah Ballew in worship this past Sunday, July 30th.  They have served in Macau, China as Field Personnel (missionaries) with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship for the past 27 years. We have had a long-term...

Sowing Good Seed

First, I’d like to express my gratitude to Rev. Rod Hale and to Kathi and Steve Genett who wrote guest articles on July 12 and 19, respectively. Both articles were excellent! Thanks to those of you who expressed your appreciation to me on their behalf. During the...