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Minister’s Message: Who Jesus illuminates
In John 9, Jesus makes the astonishing claim, “I am the light of the world,” then backs it…
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Minister’s Message: Search me and know me
I have a brilliant friend who was a former archaeologist. She recalled the meticulous and painstakingly slow process…
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Juneau protestors urge lawmakers to defund Homeland Security after Minneapolis killings
Hundreds gathered hours before congressional delegation voted on whether to extend ICE funding.
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Minister’s Message: So your life story can be better
Last month the Christmas story was displayed in nativity scenes, read about from the Bible and acted out…
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Death notice: Marvin “Ted” Dale Smith
Marvin “Ted” Dale Smith passed on Dec. 27, 2025 in his home. There will be a celebration of…
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Minister’s Message: The longest distance
It is very common today to be able to measure everything. Just my watch can pinpoint where I…
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Minister’s Message: Relating to people on a deeper level
One of the real benefits of working with people in ministry is the opportunity to relate to people…
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Minister’s Message: God’s gift to us
Another Christmas in the bag. Another round of wrapped boxes deconstructed. Another season saturated in the story of…
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Minister’s Message: Love born to endure
I spend time with people in the final chapters of their lives. In those moments, people speak with…
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Minister’s Message: Traditions should be things that support us
Regardless of how you find yourself this season, know that you’re not alone.
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Minister’s Message: Good grief
Grief doesn’t take a holiday, but it can offer you something the holidays can’t.
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Minister’s Message: Lifelong learning is a worthwhile goal
Lifelong learning. That’s a worthwhile goal.
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Minister’s Message: Being ‘thank full?’
As a young dad, I remember teaching my toddler children to say “thank you,” gently reminding them after…
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Minister’s Message: Will your children always want to be part of your family?
When an older pastor was asked by a father if his young children would chose to remain part…
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Minister’s Message: Memento mori
In the early centuries of Christianity, the Desert Fathers — Christian monks who withdrew into the wilderness —…
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Cook Inletkeeper program promotes community engagement
Backyard Salmonscapes aims to map undocumented salmon habitat with the help of volunteers.
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Minister’s Message: Considering the saints
This week, in many Christian churches, we celebrated a tradition called All Saints’ Day. It’s a time in…
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Kenai chamber hosts 3rd annual Haunted Chamber
The haunted house-style maze collected donations for the Kenai Peninsula Food Bank and Operation Children First.