First Presbyterian Church of Valparaiso

Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it. -Hebrews 13:2...

I have been working at home since March of 2020. Working at home can be a very isolating experience. Also, when the boys are home, a...

Then all the congregation raised a loud cry, and the people wept that night. And all the Israelites complained against Moses and Aaron;...

It was a great joy to participate in the ordination of Bill Rogers in our church last week. So many of Bill’s friends and colleagues were...

This morning, I sat on our back porch listening to two cardinals talk to each other. Like many, I’ve felt a real loss in not having birds...

This is an important date for those wishing to share their opinions, preferences and thoughts about the current state and future...

As I was driving through northwest Indiana the other day, a familiar song came onto the radio. The song was “Beginnings” by the...

It’s the fourth of July Weekend. It’s a time of patriotic celebration. A time for enjoying the summer. Picnics and barbecues will dot the...

A heartfelt hug from a loved one, an ear-to-ear smile not hidden by a mask, reminiscing with beloved family members over home-made...

I have a file folder titled ‘things to keep’. Pretty general. I was looking in it for an old photo and instead found an old essay (so...