by Jim Welch | Apr 28, 2023 | Blog, Pastor's Blog
On my thirteenth trip to Israel, you’d think I would get my act together. Think again. I’ve only remembered to put on my sunscreen once. I have yet to remember to bring my walking stick with me out of the bus. I remembered my knee support once (today). Of course, I...
by Jim Welch | Apr 21, 2023 | Blog, Pastor's Blog
In 1992 I was invited to go to Israel with my father-in-law. He had been many times and I reluctantly joined him. We only had two children at that time, but Christie let me go (her dad had asked). During that trip I developed a love for The Land. In Jerusalem, our...
by Jim Welch | Apr 14, 2023 | Blog, Pastor's Blog
Tuesday afternoon was beautiful – off Western Avenue at least. At home is was ugly with a capital U. But I wasn’t home. I was standing in the sun, warm as toast. From my vantage point, I could see the final resting places of many dear friends of Peninsula. I have been...
by Jim Welch | Mar 31, 2023 | Blog, Pastor's Blog
Today is a big day in our family. This very day. Our baby turns 30. Of course, he’s not so thrilled, but how does he think that makes ME feel? The answer is: Really old. That day 30 years ago was most interesting. Christie tends to have babies rather quickly (after...
by Jim Welch | Mar 24, 2023 | Blog, Pastor's Blog
A podcast, “The Viral Jesus,” asked several college students about what kind of guidance they seek in older adults. They mentioned that they appreciated things like talking about their individual journeys, with some mentorship and accountability. They found...
by Jim Welch | Mar 17, 2023 | Blog, Pastor's Blog
The text arrived early on Monday morning. It was not a surprise, but still painful. Bob Easton, who cast a large shadow while here at Peninsula, was with Jesus. He was an Elder, supporter, adult teacher, mentor. He worked for Boeing well passed a normal retirement...
