by Jim Welch | Jun 28, 2024 | Blog, Pastor's Blog
On Thursday we celebrate 248 years since we declared our independence from that nation across the pond. It has been a national journey blessed by God’s grace. We cannot deny that God has used America for His purposes historically, but it is always difficult to decide...
by Jim Welch | Jun 21, 2024 | Blog, Pastor's Blog
It has been a rough week in my life. One might assume the passing of my 100-year-old (plus one day) dad would not be an painful event. But it is. It came as an unwelcomed surprise since we didn’t get to celebrate him as a family. As waves of emotions and memories have...
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...
