Our theme this fall is “Revival of the Spirit – Faith Acting Through Love Transforming the World.” We are celebrating the life of the spirit and our own spiritual revival. I have enjoyed the personal stories of the last two Sundays, and look forward to the weeks ahead. My thanks goes out to all who… Read more FROM OUR INTERIM PASTOR ~ CELEBRATING PVCC
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… Read more FROM OUR INTERIM PASTOR ~ RECRUDESCENCE
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… Read more MINISTERIAL SEARCH TEAM RECEIVES PROFILES
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… Read more Their Work is Not In Vain
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… Read more FROM OUR INTERIM PASTOR ~
The Ministerial Search Team is working to compile interview questions and draft a contract/job description for our next Senior Minister. Within the next few weeks, we hope to meet with Renee Bridwell as she shares with us how to compare our Congregational Profile with a candidate’s resume and application. We’ll continue to keep you updated… Read more THE MINISTERIAL SEARCH TEAM UPDATE
There will be a Salad and Dessert Potluck planned for September 8 to celebrate Fall Festival. Dig out your favorite chicken salad, pasta salad any family favorite. Hospitality will provide dessert and drinks. Please provide your own table service. Lynette Vignitelli, Hospitality Spirit Team
My thanks goes to all the congregation for granting me the week of vacation to travel to Oregon with Elizabeth, Damien, Milena and Matis as they begin their new life in Corvallis. We had a wonderful trip, visited with some friends along the way, and enjoyed magnificent scenery. It is good to be home. Our… Read more FROM OUR INTERIM PASTOR ~
50th Anniversary of the March on Washington. Mark McCormick, Executive Director of the Kansas African-American Museum, will be our guest speaker next Sunday. Mark is an award-winning journalist and sought-after speaker. He will share an insightful, powerful message. This would be a great time to invite someone to worship with us.
The Pine Valley Sunday School Classes will begin Sunday, September 8. The middle school class will start with a unit called Journey to Peace, and the elementary kids and teachers will talk about what we want to learn this year. Amanda Martin, TWK Spirit Team Facilitator