by Jim Welch | Jun 7, 2024 | Blog, Pastor's Blog
Next week is special. Yes, it is VBS (amazing, of course). Yes, it is Flag Day (who could forget?). But on Friday something else happens, something monumental. My dad, Don Welch, turns 100 years old. It’s a little surprising that he is so close to this milestone,...
by Jim Welch | May 24, 2024 | Blog, Pastor's Blog
On this Memorial Day weekend, we remember sacrifice. We honor and mourn those who gave their lives serving in the armed forces of the United States. Many have lost their lives on the battlefield, but for some, the sacrifice and repercussions stretched into the years...
by Jim Welch | May 17, 2024 | Blog, Pastor's Blog
We are missing another Peninsula member today. He left earth and woke up in heaven. Lorenzo (Loren) Pearson was a dear friend to many and a congenial spirit for all. I realize that many don’t remember Loren, which surprised me. But Loren experienced a long goodbye...
by Jim Welch | May 10, 2024 | Blog, Pastor's Blog
Life has changed in our family since last we celebrated Mother’s Day. We now have three brand new mothers to celebrate. I know this weekend can be difficult for some and my heart hurts for those struggling. But I also think that it isn’t a bad thing to remember the...
by Jim Welch | Apr 26, 2024 | Blog, Pastor's Blog
Reprinted with permission from a Back Page on 5/18/2014. Moments. Life is full of them, but sometimes our desire to save them overpowers the moment itself. On Monday afternoon we arrived in Petra, only to discover a treat was in store. On Mondays they offer a...
by Jim Welch | Apr 19, 2024 | Blog, Pastor's Blog
Well, it has been another interesting week to watch events unfold in the Middle East. A week ago I was glued to my TV as the Iron Dome protected Israeli citizens from an attack from Iran and its proxies. On Thursday evening as Israel responded, I was out of the house...
