Pastor Kent’s Writing

August 28 2024

Looking Forward to School

When I was young, this was the most depressing time of the year for me. The final days of summer freedom, leading up to Labour Day, which they said was…
July 17 2024

Christians, Not Clones

Imagine how different the world would be if everyone was just like me: There would be no doctors, because everyone in the world would get squeamish at the sight of…
June 5 2024

Don’t Listen to Me!

Each Sunday I stand at a pulpit and talk for a long time. (Ask anyone in our church family; they will confirm this.) Why do people sit quietly and listen…
April 30 2024

Two Things the World Needs

I am writing today to the Christians of our community–to those of us who are followers of Jesus Christ. It is easy for us to look at the state of…
March 14 2024

A Lesson from Sally

She wasn’t supposed to be mine. When we adopted Sally in 2012 from an animal shelter, we hoped she would be a great pal for our children. She was all…
February 2 2024

I broke the law!

That is quite a statement to make in the local newspaper, isn’t it? At this point you are likely wondering, “What law did you break, Kent?” The truth is that…
December 20 2023

Golden Arches and Pearly Gates

San Francisco may have the Golden Gate, but Blenheim has the Golden Arches! My drive to the church takes me by the new McDonald’s, and I have enjoyed watching the…
November 11 2023

Honour Their Sacrifice

Jesus said, “Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.” (John 15:13) During this season of Remembrance, it is a blessing to…
September 29 2023

It’s For Your Own Good

“It’s for your own good.” Did your parents ever say that to you? Perhaps they wanted you to eat your vegetables, take your medicine, finish your homework, or go to…
August 17 2023

Every Day Counts

Are you ready for some football? The CFL season is underway, and the NFL season is only three weeks away. Will this be the year my Dallas Cowboys return to…