Freedom Sabbath

Freedom Sabbath

Sep 25, 2017

We had a special service in Ashaway this weekend. We celebrated the freedom to worship that we enjoy in America. We celebrated the heritage of our church and the role of our members (like Samuel Ward) in the American Revolution. We sang the Battle Hymn of the Republic, written by Samuel Ward’s great-granddaughter. We had hot dogs and enjoyed summer fellowship....

Can your church top this? Celebrating Six Dads at Shiloh

Can your church top this? Celebrating Six Dads at Shiloh

Sep 25, 2017

by Cheryl Muffley During the month of June, as in previous years, Shiloh continued the tradition of celebrating “Dads and Grads.” But the celebration didn’t end there this year. After digging through our church history books, it was brought to light that we have six very special dads in our congregation. These six dads have several things in common. Along with...

A Pastor Called to Ordination

A Pastor Called to Ordination

Sep 25, 2017

by John J. Pethtel Director of Church Development & Pastoral Services     Pastor Ericessen A. Cooper, a man of God, was called to pastor the NYC SDB Church at 1904 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, New York, in April 2005 and has been faithfully serving in this capacity.   In 2016, at a special member’s meeting, the church officially called Pastor...

A Partnership in Ministry

by Rob Appel Executive Director     “Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.” — 1 Peter 4:10   When we think about the Great Commission, many of us feel overwhelmed. We might think to ourselves, “What can I do?” Do you ever feel like that — like giving up; like...