Uganda is a go!
A special thanks to everyone who donated to the Uganda Ministry trip in July, 2011. Between our on-line donations and contributions that have come in to the church, the goal has been met (for both Justin and…
Recognizing the Sneeze
2 The one who enters by the gate is the shepherd of the sheep. 3 The gatekeeper opens the gate for him, and the sheep listen to his voice. He calls his own sheep by name and…
Former Compassion Child Leads Pastors in Uganda
Have you ever met someone and it feels like you have known them a lifetime? Such is the case with my new life-long friend, Richmond Wandera. Last year, Richmond came to MCC to talk about Compassion International.…
Picket a strip club?
‘The culture war is over, we [the church] lost, and we refuse to fight that battle. What we want to do is get down in the trenches and love people into God’s kingdom.’ – Ellery Graham, Pastor. …
Words from a Pastor in Uganda
In July of 2011 I will be in Uganda, Africa, teaching and training Pastors at a National Conference. The conference will be full of guys like Michael. His story is typical of ministry in Uganda. If you…
Thanksgiving Offering – Nov 21
If you were at MCC on Sunday, your heard us talk about a special offering we are taking on November 21. This offering will go toward our general operating expenses for 2010, with 10% of the offering…
Recognizing God
41As he approached Jerusalem and saw the city, he wept over it 42and said, "If you, even you, had only known on this day what would bring you peace—but now it is hidden from your eyes.…
It’s Really None of Your Business
20Peter turned and saw that the disciple whom Jesus loved was following them. (This was the one who had leaned back against Jesus at the supper and had said, "Lord, who is going to betray you?") 21When…
I’m not even jokin’. This band rocks.
I’m telling you what, the Justin Hoeppner Band is frighteningly good. Here is why I dig these guys so much. 1. They love Jesus. They are the real deal. It’s not about music. They know it and…