Pastors Corner

Heavenly Father, as we step into the month of August, we acknowledge Your guidance in all seasons of our lives. We are filled with awe …Continue Reading

“When I first started being a pastor in Oblong, Illinois, I wanted to get to know people in the community, not just our church members … “Continue Reading

“When I did not have a place to stay, you welcome me in…”
I am sure everyone at our church knows we have a new church family who need our
help in many ways.Continue Reading

Our Triune God, I pray now in gratitude and praise for the gift of mothers. Continue Reading

My God, my God….! Out of all the Christian liturgical observances, Easter is of primary importance …Continue Reading

“Loving God,
During the sacred season of Lent, bring us closer to you. Prepare a place in our homes and hearts for silence and solitude, so that we may re-discover the grace of a prayer-full life.

Help us to fast from those things that threaten the well-being of body and soul and remind us Continue Reading

The other day, I had a conversation with my chaplain colleague at the hospital, who told me the news about a physician who has decided to return permanently to his country, Ghana. She continued sharing how she could see the joy and happiness that seemed to exude from his whole body when he returned from visiting his home in Africa. She curiously looked at me and asked whether I was the same way. Without hesitation, I replied, “My home is here in the States since, for me, home is where my mom, dad, and family are! Though my parents are no longer living, their bodies are buried Continue Reading