Around this time last year, I was diagnosed with a cataract in one of my eyes. In the beginning, it was a minor inconvenience. But as we entered the new year, I experienced a sudden and significant decline in my vision. The words on a page have become blurry, and familiar objects across the room have lost their sharp edges.… Read More »

A news article caught my eye yesterday. It was about the summit between U.S. President Trump and South Korean President Lee Jae-myung, who was visiting the United States. The article highlighted a moment of warmth and mutual respect, where President Lee praised President Trump for his efforts and achievements as a global peacemaker. He specifically… Read More »

This morning, a simple yet profound event unfolded in our church parking lot, reminding me of the core of our mission here at New Sharon Church. Jayne walked into my office with a sense of urgency and compassion in her eyes. She had just found two lost dogs wandering near our church, disoriented and clearly… Read More »

“Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage—with great patience and careful instruction.” 2 Timothy 4:2  There are moments in our lives and in our ministry when we feel the clear and unmistakable guidance of the Holy Spirit. These are the moments “in season,” when God prepares a path… Read More »

If you were to ask me what the best thing is about moving to Hillsborough, I would tell you without hesitation that it is the abundance of beautiful trail courses. Whenever Hannah, and I have some free time, we find great joy in taking a stroll on a nearby trail or in a park. However, about a month ago, Tropical… Read More »

As my one-year anniversary here at New Sharon approaches, I’ve been really pondering our purpose as a church. What’s our true identity? And where are we headed? Looking at the early churches in Revelation helps us reset. Last week, we discussed Ephesus, a powerful city whose church lost its “first love“—that initial, burning passion for Jesus. Their call was to remember, repent, and… Read More »

Last Sunday, we began a journey through the seven churches in the Book of Revelation, seeking to understand anew what God desires for our New Sharon Church in this present age. Our first stop on this journey was the church in Ephesus. The Ephesian church was a significant one, where the Apostle Paul ministered for three years and where the… Read More »

This Sunday, June 1st, marks a truly special occasion for us: the 257th birthday of New Sharon Church. It’s a day for all of us to give thanks to God, to celebrate, and to share in the joy of the rich history and beautiful fruits of ministry that have grown within our beloved church family over the centuries. As we… Read More »

Yesterday morning, as I gazed upon our congregation on Mother’s Day, I was struck by the sight of so many mothers I’ve had the privilege of getting to know and love. Women who have mothered, grandmothered, and are now great-grandmothering–third time is the charm, right? You women have endured tantrums, sleepless nights, dirty diapers, teen drivers, endless grocery shopping, and… Read More »

Dear Friends in Christ, The powerful music and moving story of our “Because He Lives” cantata still echo deeply in our hearts, don’t they? Jesus Christ, through the suffering of the cross and the glory of the resurrection, gifted us with eternal life. His being alive isn’t just a historical event from two thousand years… Read More »