Minister’s Moment: April 2017

I first realized I was called to ministry at a pretty young age. Twelve to be exact. I spent a good fifteen years resisting this call and fighting it. In my young adulthood I tried a few different “other” careers, I wandered down a few wrong paths, but I could never...

From the President, March 2017

Growth Vs. Development: Competing or Complementary? Many new members joined Peoples Church on February 26. On behalf of all Peoples people, I welcome all of them into our community. As we all begin inviting these new folks into fellowship, I encourage everyone to...

Minister’s Moment, March 2017

Have you ever gotten sick when you were really stressed out? Have you ever chosen comfort foods when you were sad or upset? Have you ever had a “spiritual high” or peak experience? It’s no secret that the Mind, Body and Spirit are intimately connected. Each one...

From the President, February 2017

Joining Hands to Build a New World I went to Des Moines for the Women’s March on January 21. I’ve never been to a demonstration before. I felt nervous and conflicted for weeks prior to the event as I struggled to decide whether to go. Ultimately I attended because...

Minister’s Moment, February 2017

When it comes to love, we all bring different expectations, assumptions, and desires. Of course we all want it. (Love is patient and kind.) We think we know what it means and how it should feel. (Love is a many splendored thing.) We have all lived through its ups and...