Children of Eden has come to a close, and with the final bow, Levi is ever so near the end of his high school thespian career. It’s been wonderful, full of great friends, beautiful performances, and life lessons. Being part of this troupe has provided a sense of community and Read more…
Levi and Lilly (and the State High Thespians) presented Children of Eden tonight. It’s Levi’s senior show. We are rapidly coming to the end of his high school theatre run. It’s been such a good experience for him, and for us. I’m planning to spend a couple of days exploring some Read more…
It seemed like spring was on the way. Warmer days, sunshine, birds chirping. Then we remembered that spring in Happy Valley means lots of overcast, rainy, dreary days. And I love it! When the rains come down the creeks come up. That translates to days ripe for kayaking some of Read more…
I’m an Activator, which means that I can only talk about things so long. I prefer to act now, and adjust as we move forward. I’m generally an early-adopter of new ideas, gadgets, hobbies, and habits. I like operating in situations where my actions directly influence our outcomes. Youth ministry Read more…
I’ve been eating breakfasts at the Waffle Shop (the one near Blue Course Dr) for almost 16 years now. That place has been my office away from the office. All my breakfasts with my small groups or leaders happen at the BCWS (Blue Course Waffle Shop.) My order never changes Read more…
This past Sunday was a pretty remarkable one in the life of Calvary. As we kicked off our OneByOne Initiative, we gave away $25,000. Yep. Gave it away, sort of like a reverse offering. Everyone who attended one of the Calvary gatherings received a packet of info about the OnByOne Read more…
As my birthday comes to a close, I’m a pretty content man. The day was filled with lots of reminders of the good things in my life, and the year has been one of some great/difficult/wonderful moments. Over the past 9 months I’ve moved back into youth ministry. The change Read more…
Sometimes the first glimpse doesn’t give you all the info that you need. Sadie has always been our messy kid. She’s creative and delightful and artistic and talented in so many ways (you ought to see the incredible painting she made for my birthday!) And she’s usually got traces of Read more…
Like music? Appreciate good comedy? I think I’ve got something for you. There’s a comedy/live band show this Saturday, March 29, 8-10 pm at the State College Area High School South auditorium. Tickets are $5 pre-show, $7 at the door. MIchael Regan is a State High grad attending PSU. My Read more…
I’m a reader. I can remember crushing the Hardy Boys series when I was in 6th grade. The librarian at Robins Air Force Base knew me by name. My love for reading just so happens to feed another love of mine: getting books! I’ve been keeping the mailman just as Read more…