Light Bulb

Pastor Adam McDowell • December 9, 2024

LEDs, Mini Lights, C9s, Candles, and even Bubble Lights! I enjoyed the conversations after services debating the best Christmas Lights. Here’s a fun fact for you, the very first electrically lit Christmas tree was in 1882 by the VP of Edison’s Electric Light Company. Now, 142 years later, we have a multitude of ways of lighting Christmas trees for our homes. As I sit close to our family Christmas tree and enjoy its soft glow, I wonder about the work God has done in me. He has changed my heart, He has been my strength, and He has given me comfort through everything. 


As you sit close to that Christmas glow in your house whether a Christmas tree, night light, or even a humble candle, remember the ways God has uniquely been in your life and refined you. God works in you every day and will continue to do so, so that you are a welcoming glow to those around you. I wonder, what type of light bulb are you to those around you? Whatever type it is, know this: God does use your unique reflection of His light for His glory. May you shine God’s light for others and also receive His beautiful light from others.


In Christ, the Light of the World.


News & Notes

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By Call Committee • August 4, 2025
The Call Committee received the following letter from Pastor Eggold on Saturday, August 2nd.

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By Pastor Nate Widener • July 28, 2025
St. Peter’s Family, My wife Amy and I just wanted to take a moment to thank all of you for the outpouring of love you have shown us over the last several weeks. This past weekend, my oldest daughter Gwyn was married to our wonderful son-in-law Benjamin Corley, and we couldn’t be happier. But, what made it all the sweeter was seeing so many of your caring and supportive faces in the congregation. Similarly, as you know, just a few short weeks ago I lost my father, Nick Widener, and I cannot express to you the depth of my thankfulness for all of the condolences that you have given me and my family. Your cards are all sitting on the windowsill of my office. Without question St. Peter’s is a loving and caring congregation, and this is part of what makes you so great. Thank you for taking care of us, so that we can also take care of you. May God Bless you, Pastor Nate

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By Pastor Adam McDowell • July 28, 2025
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By Barb Christian • July 28, 2025
As we begin our new preschool year, we will need some supplies. It takes a lot of glue, markers and paint to keep preschoolers busy. Please consider taking a letter or two from our “Giving Tree”. Each letter is labeled with a needed supply item to be donated. Once you have shopped, you can return the item(s) to the tree. Thank you for your generosity as you bless our preschool. You are truly appreciated!

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Hey's St. Peter's! How's your summer going? We want to know!

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By HSYG • July 21, 2025
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