Sunday was a special day. Between services, families from our church traveled around Fort Dodge, blessing whomever they met – paying for meals, praying people, and hearing their stories. A little later, our senior high bell choir played in our second service, and it was so...
In January, we are beginning a new worship experiment. From January 10 through May 22, we are creating a Sunday evening worship experience called “crew.” God is leading every one of us on a journey; God has invited us to join with him in his movement in the world. Like a...
By the time you read this newsletter, it will just about be Thanksgiving. So I’d like to tell you about something for which I am thankful. Over the weekend of November 13-15, 58 high school students along with seven adults from our church, went to our camp at Okoboji for their fall...
Since I’ve last written, we’ve all experienced an amazing day. In fact, this isn’t just an amazing day; it’s the most amazing day we get every year. The day when Daylight Savings Time ends. It’s the day that gives a gift to everybody, regardless of background...
You’ve probably heard by now that I had the privilege to participate in the Fort Dodge version of Dancing with the Stars. You’ve probably also heard that I’m not a gifted dancer. I have to admit that during the repeated practice sessions, there were times when I asked myself...
As both our fall sermon series and our year-long series have begun, I’m reflecting on how both Sabbath and joy relate with one another. Do you end your day wishing you had accomplished more? Maybe you sometimes wonder what life would be like if you had eight days each week, or...
On Sunday, August 30th, we announced exciting news in both services! Our search committee has finished its work. Earlier this year, the committee invited Gabriel to be our full-time music director, and at the end of August, our committee invited Libby Redmond to be our...
I sometimes hear that people feel like First Presbyterian Church is actually two different congregations. Our church is large enough that is easy to stay involved in one portion of the church while not meeting people who are involved in another segment of the church. Since we have two...
Earlier this year, the Valley Male Chorus of Rock Valley, offered an amazing concert in our sanctuary. I had never heard them perform before, so I didn’t know what to expect. I was blown away at the talent and dedication of the entire group. At the end of the concert, they offered a...
