As I wrapped up Philip Yancey's book titled Prayer, I wanted to share this prayer found on the next to last page.  It is taken from St. Benedict (Benedict of Nursia).  May it speak to your spirit today -- Pastor Bob  Click to read more »

Today is the National Day of Prayer and I'd like to encourage you to pause where you are to pray for our national, state, and local governmental officials.  We think of the President all the way down to the Board of Supervisors, School Board, and even our neighborhood associations.  I have been reading Philip Yancey's book Prayer which is a very moving read.  In it he speaks to the power of prayer for others, especially our enemies.  He asks, "What effect might it have if every Christian church adopted th  Click to read more »

I have been Prayer by Philip Yancey.  It was put out in 2006 so it's real fresh.  If you have read Yancey, you will know right off that it is full of depth and insight.  I encourage anyone wishing to grow deeper in prayer to put it on your reading list.  Blessings, Pastor Bob

A Surefire Investment How to pray in the midst of financial catastrophe. One of our church members shared this with me and it's worth a read as we seek the Christian response to the economic crisis.  (Please click Read More)  Click to read more »