As many of you know, Sally and I are moving to South Carolina next week. This is not an easy time for either of us — leaving friends and members of the Church where I’ve served for 22 years — Sally leaving Potters in this area, most of whom she taught the art of Pottery [...]
I have posted my sermon for tomorrow. It’s based on 1 Peter 2:1-10 and entitled: The Fifth and Sixth Great Ends: Working For Righteousness, Showing God to the World Here’s a portion of it: The pollster George Barna has done an extensive survey of people who claim to have a personal, life-changing relationship with Christ, [...]
You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your strength, and with all your mind; and your neighbor as yourself. (Luke 10:27) Jesus tells us to love God and love others. He seems to assume we will love ourselves — want the best for [...]
I am the pastor of Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Florence, SC. I have been a Presbyterian Church (USA) pastor for over 20 years. I'm married, with no children - but 3 dogs! I enjoy meeting people, reading, blogging, watching sports, and fishing -- among other things.
The opinions you'll find here are mine alone. They do not necessarily express the views of my church, my Presbytery, my denomination, my family, my friends, or anyone else. The attempted humor you'll find here is definitely mine.
Bill Hayes
