Homecoming 2009

Last weekend as I was packing for my trip to Russia (where I am right now) both my son, Gavin – Freshman, and daughter, Vanessa – Senior, participated in Redwood Christian School’s Homecoming Banquet.  To our surprise Vanessa was nominated by her peers to be a homecoming princess.
Of course, we are extremely proud of how [...]

Struck Silly…

I am in Russia right now, leading a team from our church to do ministry in the town of Ufa, Bashkortostan.  Yesterday, however, we all had the opportunity to visit the Russian WWII Memorial in Moscow.  It was a somber experience seeing pictures and video footage of the plight of Russians fighting for their freedom [...]

Pastors’ Bookshelf…

A couple of days ago I was asked by one in my church family to recommend a good book.  I thought about it for a while and was reminded of four resources that have had a lasting impact on my life and ministry.  So, in brief, I want to make you aware of them and [...]

Big Butts & Hammy’s

Its not every day that the following words come out of one’s mouth – “Honey, some butts are bigger than others…(Slap!)”
Now, I know what you’re thinking… “Seriously Rod, with statements like that you will ruin your marriage.” Well, you have a point, but it was a special day, and occasioned me getting up rather early [...]

The Funky Chicken performed by…

Thanks to Benjamin Armading…Ha!

“Double-Minded” – College Retreat

This past weekend I ventured to the region of Yosemite, to the town of Volcano to spend three days with our college students.  In attendance were five young ladies – Amber, Chelsea, Aly, Katie, Marissa – and ten young men – Ben, Zack, Brian H., Brian S., A.J., Jayson, Eddie, Stephen, Alex, Myself (o.k. so [...]

Removing the Cancer that Matters

In life there are always a select few people whom you call friend and have a life long affection and connection with.  For me, one of those people is Steve Henning.  Steve is a year older than me, graduated from Springfield Christian High School like me and also graduated from Bob Jones University like me.  [...]