During the tenure of Oliver Cromwell as Lord Protector of the British Isles in the 1600’s there was a severe shortage of silver for minting coins.  Cromwell ordered his advisors to scour the country, searching for sources of silver.  They came back to him with the report that no source could be found for silver other than what was used to make statues of the noted religious figures of the past, lo...  Read More

As a college age kid living in the dormitory called Freudenberger House (Freddy for short) we would listen to all the popular music of that time, as students played their records in the dorm rooms.  I often listened to the songs of James Taylor, or Carol King.  One of my favorites was Dennis Yost and the Classics Four, with songs like Stormy and Spooky.  This was not a good thing overall, since th...  Read More

For any of us with church experience, we all know that churches can vary from one denomination to another, from one congregation to another.  There are what we call “high churches” where the service is very formal, very rigid, little congregational expression; and there are what we call “low churches” where the service can be lively and not nearly so formal, with all sorts of variations in-between...  Read More

If you’re like me, you’ve heard numerous testimonies over the years from people who were rescued from the pits of an earthly hell by pursuing faith in Christ.  Such stories are inspiring and grasp the attention of those in the audience.  I admire those who have made such a transformation!By comparison, the person (maybe like me, as an example) who grows up going to church, sitting in Sunday school...  Read More

Southern Heights!Aly and I are so excited to be joining your family here in the next couple weeks! I wanted to send out a formal expression of gratitude for all those who have reached out throughout this process and have prayed for our transition. It warms our hearts that we are welcomed into a loving church family and a congregation that is just as excited for us to be there as we are! Before God...  Read More

I love to take pictures.  One of the things I enjoy about Facebook is the opportunity it provides for me to post pictures I’ve taken, just because it’s fun.  But as an amateur photographer I understand how getting a good picture involves framing it.  The right angle, the best lighting, cropping out what doesn’t enhance are all part of the process.  But here’s the thing.  Such pictures don’t really...  Read More

In an article by Ken Idleman in the July/August 2022 issue of the Christian Standard magazine he quotes Tina Rosenberg, who wrote the following words: “Few things in life are more important in determining the kind of people we become than the group we hang out with – the group with which we regularly associate.  The behaviors of that group determine what is appropriate or cool or desirable in our ...  Read More

Type your new text here. I went to volunteer at Crosslines a couple years ago but was not able to continue due to responsibilities that my husband, Rick, and I had to care for our mother’s.  The circumstances have changed and I began to think about volunteering again.  As mission’s liaison, I see all the newsletters for all the mission supported by Southern Heights.  I opened the latest one from C...  Read More

Consider the following concepts as Jesus communicates to his disciples (including us):“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.  Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.  For my yoke is easy and my burden is light” (Matthew 11: 28-30).“If anyone comes to me and does not hate his father and m...  Read More

Want some good news for a change?  You can always find good news of good works in missions.  Take for example, the work of the Milk Project, part the on-going work of His Eyes, a SHCC sponsored mission. We just received our annual update by email giving us information on the two children we sponsor through this program. I cannot help but want to share what a blessing this sponsorship has been to u...  Read More

I am a disciple of Jesus Christ.  My faith, my desire to follow and obey Christ is sincere.  Can you say that?  Is there evidence?  Many things might be listed as measures of our discipleship (Bible study, church attendance, service to others, etc.).  But let me offer two for your consideration.House QuotientI read about something unique called the “house quotient.”  The idea is that many church g...  Read More

The Pharisees wanted to test Jesus, to trip him up, so they sent one from their fraternity to ask this question: “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?”  The intent was with evil motive:  to have Jesus either refuse to answer; or he’d pick a commandment and cause dissention.  As usual, they were not expecting him to take the challenge and turn it into a life message that would res...  Read More