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I have a memory of my husband, Todd that I’ll always treasure.  We were attending the wedding of one of his co-workers on the campus of a retirement community where Todd served as a physician.  … Read More

I find it difficult to write a Community News essay warning of the days to come without sounding like Scrooge—and when it comes to Christmas, I really don’t want to sound grumpy.  I actually love … Read More

by Kate Vanderwoude As we continue to endure these struggling economic times, what are you thankful for this year?  Your health? Your family? Your church? Your friends? Your home? Your job? Food on the table?  … Read More

I have a favorite treadmill at the gym. I prefer the one all the way to the left, against the wall. In terms of features, this treadmill is just like any other in the room, … Read More

Now the rabble that was among them had a strong craving. And the people of Israel also wept again and said, “Oh that we had meat to eat! We remember the fish we ate in … Read More

He was born poor but lived so others could become rich.  He was born in anonymity and died famous throughout the world.  William Carey, whose 250th birthday was just last month, was the son of … Read More

Just over the hill from parking lot “B” you will find the Santa Barbara A Rocha Five Loaves Farm. The entire 3 acres have been planted out with veggies ranging from Anaheim peppers to zucchinis. … Read More

By Susi Lamoutte In the August Community News we looked at the purpose of homegroups. They are designed to build community and to develop disciples—discipleship in community. All group members are involved in both of … Read More

By Susi Lamoutte Homegroups. What are they? Many churches have some kind of small groups: Covenant Groups, Family Groups, Core Groups, Cell Groups, Men’s Groups, Women’s Groups, Recovery Groups….They can be called many things, and … Read More

The setting is the plains of Moab within easy eyesight of the Promised Land.  And the people are tired of wandering.  Moses has been their leader for over forty years, but he won’t be crossing … Read More