Archive for July 2013

July 14, 2013 Selected Readings Pine Valley Christian Church Rev. David Hansen On June 26th in a split 5 to 4 decision the Supreme Court struck down key parts of the Defense of Marriage Act. The decision has sparked a discussion. We have Letters to the Editor and guest editorials in the newspaper warning that…

We were honored and energized last Sunday by the visit of Mr. Ed O’Malley, President and CEO of the Kansas Leadership Center (KLC). Following his visit the Mission Council voted to accept his invitation to apply for the Faith and Leadership: Transforming Communities training in 2014. This program has four phases. Phase one focuses on…

Did you know that Connie Dietz was recognized by the Wichita Business Journal as one of the outstanding Business Women of Wichita in 2013? Connie was one of 20 women chosen for this honor from a field of 70 nominees. Congratulations, Connie!

I am looking forward to this Sunday when Mr. Ed O’Malley, president and CEO of the Kansas Leadership Center (KLC), will be with us for our “Chat and Chew” and during our worship service. One of the flagship KLC programs is “Leadership and Faith: Transforming Communities.” I had the joy of talking with one Wichita…

Resolution 1327, “Becoming a People of Grace and Welcome to All”, has passed at General Assembly.  We are one of 20 disciple churches from all over the country that sponsored this resolution! If you are interested copies of the final resolution are on the table in the foyer. You can get more information at www.gladalliance.org/resolution.