For almost my whole life I have been a “night” person.  I stay up late to read, to watch old movies, or maybe even to enjoy a video game.  That’s the kind way of saying I’m not a “morning” person.  I usually only need about 6-7 hours of sleep per night, so I do get

On Monday, September 20 104 golfers gathered at the Fox Hills Golf Course west of Plymouth, Michigan.  Their purpose was two-fold: (1) enjoy a round of golf, and (2) raise money for Cass Community Social Services (CCSS).  This was the 4th annual Cass Golf Scramble.  I have to admit that I was walking pretty tall

On the television stations there is currently a car commercial that shows a father standing at the front passenger side of the car with the window rolled down.  He is dangling car keys in his hands and addressing the driver of the car, a young girl around 8 years old.  He is giving her instructions

Susan and I recently returned from our annual vacation to the Outer Banks of North Carolina.  We gather with her side of the family (the Anderson clan) for a week of rest and renewal and chaos.  We cram 23 family members and friends into a 9 bedroom home that can sleep 20!  It’s wonderful and

Years ago, when I was working on my Doctor of Ministry degree, one of the presenters was Leonard Sweet, profilic author and seminary professor.  Somebody remarked about organizing a planning “retreat.”  Dr. Sweet vehemently responded that Christians should never retreat.  They should only advance.  And, true to his view, from then on every time there

Last week my oldest son, Walker, sent me an email regarding a story from National Public Radio.  He sent the story because as a kid I was addicted to westerns.  Actually, I still can’t pass up an old black and white cowboy movie.  On television the king of the cowboys was Roy Rogers.  I remember

Over the Fourth of July weekend our family gathered for our daughter Kate’s Bridal Shower in Battle Creek, Michigan.  Our children and their families either flew or drove in from Virginia, Florida and Ohio.  My 86 year old father even drove up from Indianapolis, Indiana.  The focus of the event was on Kate, but the newest addition

Over the years I’ve had many opportunities to participate in community theatre productions.  While in Flint I was able to be a part of the musical 1776.  I played John Hancock, the first signer of the Declaration of Independence.  When the 4th of July rolls around each year I think of that musical and the

Our newest newsletter was posted today.  Unfortunately, somehow the front of the newsletter contained a “Parson-to-Person” from last January.  Somewhere between my computer and Rita Clarke’s computer, a “cyber-space” glitch occurred.  We will be posting the correct “Parson-to-Person” on the e-newsletter.  In case you missed, however, I am also including it here.
 June 17, 2010
Parson-to-Person… 
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One of my ministerial friends over the years has been Dick Cheatham who is now retired and living in San Antonio, Texas.  Dick plays a “mean” clarinet, I ”tickle the ivories” and we share a common love for jazz.  Actually, at one time there were 5 of us clergy types that comprised a jazz group and occasionally

When I first arrived at Nardin Park in July 2006, I was simply the newest pastor in a long line of clergy who has faithfully served this amazing congregation.  During that first month I officiated at three funerals: Ken Wotowicz (40), Doug Black (72) and Eliabeth Weber (49).  Not knowing these people, I listened intently to the families

Over the Memorial Day Weekend, Susan and I traveled south to Indiana to be with my father.  Originally, our plans included being with our daughter, Kate and her soon-to-be husband, Kris, but after a phone call to Dad and hearing his voice we felt that our time would be better spent with him.  As you

Wow!  Our new website is up and running thanks to the countless hours and efforts of David Burgess and the IT Ministry Team.  There are numerous ways that we will eventually be able to use our web site. 
You will be able to sign up to receive our e newsletter, thereby saving hundreds of dollars on paper and