Archive for September 2013

Recrudescence is a great word; even a necessary one although it is one we rarely use or hear. It means “spiritual rebirth.” I first came across it when I was visiting the National Cemetery of the Pacific, where I saw a quote from General MacArthur. He said that war is a spiritual problem that will…

Last Wednesday (September 4), members of the Ministerial Search Team met with Associate Regional Minister Renee Bridwell to discuss how best to compare our Congregational Profile with profiles/applications of candidates interested in our Senior Minister position.  The following day we received 7 profiles to prayerfully review and consider. After much internal discussion, and due to…

Pine Valley Christian Church Isaiah 56: 11-17 September 1, 2013 Rev. David Hansen A few weeks ago when I started thinking about this sermon I was mindful that this is Labor Day weekend and that Saket Soni, the Executive Director or the National Guestworker Alliance is in town. I had the opportunity to meet with…

I am so heartened by you, the members of PVCC, and the quality of our life together that all I can do as the new church season begins is to say “Thank You” for the joy and privilege of serving among you and with you. I have been deeply moved by the care and prayer…