Our Retired Pastors THANK YOU! Thank You, Thank You, Thank You!! You have helped COSAR (Committee on Support and Retirement) reach and exceed their goal of raising an additional $25,000 to supplement the old retirement plan funded by the Pastors Retirement Fund (formerly P.R.O.P.). Thanks to some especially generous gifts, COSAR has not had to begin borrowing...
Robe Travels To Florida
Jan 24, 2013
Robe travels to Florida On October 12, 2012 many friends and family members joined with the Daytona Beach, Fla., SDB Church family to witness Marjorie Jacob receive the 2012 Robe of Achievement. The Robe (awarded by the national SDB Women’s Society) was first presented to Marjorie during General Conference meetings in Buckhannon, W.Va., in the summer....
Seminarian Profile: Joshua W. Michaels
Jan 23, 2013
Seminarian Profile Name: Joshua W. Michaels Birthdate and place: June 29, 1983 Bennington, VT Family: I have wonderful parents who have been married for over 50 years. My parents have 13 children, of which I am the youngest—just after my twin brother, Jonathan. I grew up as an uncle with now over 30 nephews and...
Women Revitalized!
Jan 23, 2013
Women Revitalized! by Nadine Lawton One of the daily themes for Conference in 2012 was “Are you ready to revitalize?” This topic sparked the Women’s Interest Committee to discuss revitalization of our local women’s groups. Not only do we want to encourage current and active members of these groups, but how do we get the “younger women” to join in?...
The Meaning of Life
Jan 23, 2013
The Meaning of Life by Torie Flinton, Grand Rapids, Mich. For many, there comes a time when a subtle feeling of meaninglessness can creep into their thoughts; a time where one’s purpose is lost in the confusion of a cruel world. I must admit that I’ve “been there” before. I took a step back to get a better look and found that I didn’t like what I had...