Although most people acknowledged Father’s Day in June, the men at the Kent County Correctional Facility (KCCF) celebrated in September at Dads Not Forgotten, a partnership hope event with 70×7 Life Recovery, Prison Fellowship, Reach … Read More
Until the disabled are ministering
A day of worship with… a pastor with autism… a pastor who is deaf… and a musician who is blind. About words used in this essay: I’m aware that some of the words in it … Read More
In need of life transformation
Through our ESL and computer classes God continues to bring us people in need of life transformation. Miguel and Henry are a recent example. When they walked into our offices about a month ago they … Read More
Playing Ping Pong for Jesus
I give my thanks to God because He has given me this wonderful opportunity to reach out to many different people through this table tennis ministry. I have been praying to God that he would … Read More
Claiming our community for Christ
Being a small neighborhood church, one of the things that is most effective in our outreach ministry is having a presence in the community-simply by being seen and meeting people. A couple of the ways … Read More
“It is just the perfect place to worship”
“It is just the perfect place to worship – close to campus and right in the city, our mission field.” Sarah – new downtown student This fall we have been blessed to partner with Bridge … Read More
Lori was experiencing housing uncertainty
Lori has been a VIS Friend since 2019. Her needs ranged from furniture, transportation to medical appointments, and friendly calls/cards. She has two friendly visitors who are faithful in showing God’s grace and love. She … Read More
Fiercely committed to better their own lives
Marriage can be challenging under the best of circumstances, but when spouses speak different languages, those challenges are compounded. The Clisantes were struggling to communicate when they came to us for help. He was Dominican … Read More
Practicing the Presence of God
Prayer is one of God’s richest gifts of grace. And like other gifts we receive daily, it is easy to lose the sense of awe and wonder at how lavish and gracious God is. We … Read More
Willem de Vries New Pastor at Moline CRC
My name is Willem de Vries, new pastor at Moline CRC. I grew up on a fruit farm in southwestern Ontario, and worked in various careers until I finally answered the Lord’s call to ordained … Read More
