Pastor John Westhaver
My blogs
| Industry | Religion |
|---|---|
| Occupation | Pastor |
| Location | Penacook, NH, United States |
| Introduction | I am all about empowering others to discover and grow in the gifts God has created for them. My background and continued study in Biblical archeology and church history (and ministering all over the world) brings authenticity to my teaching and preaching in bringing the Bible alive to those who used to see it as just words printed on thin paper. Important too is finding new ways of reaching out with the grace of Jesus, and bringing in all who are seeking, hurt or hopeless. Life with Jesus and the church is central and essential as the answer to healing for fractured lives, joy-filled living, hope for the present, and security for the future. My ordination in the UCC does not solely define my faith-view. I am foremost a Christian whose ministry is multidenominational and multigenerational with outreach a high priority. My focus is in building bridges which bring people together so that truly in Jesus we are all One. Currently with my wife Karen (organist and director of music, Christian counselor & women's ministry leader) I serve as Pastor of the United Church of Penacook. Together we create programs and worship which are celebrational and meaningful for our community. |
| Interests | Beach walking, reading, Biblical archeology, early church history, ministry! people! dining out |
| Favorite Movies | Lots! Many genres...The Chronicles of Narnia, Ironman, Star Trek the Next Generation movies....more later |
| Favorite Music | This one is tough, too...I enjoy good contemporary Christian music (so long as it's not harder rock style), "Oldies but goodies", classical, Celtic....more later |
| Favorite Books | OK...not to be too preachy, but first I have to list the Bible. Books by Max Lucado, Biblcal Archeolgy, early church history, writings of the early church fathers (really early...ancient writings of the first Christians)....more to be added |
Try making up the rules to a game where you tie knots in a yo-yo string just to see if you can get them out:
Isn't this just how life feels some days? :-)