Millions witnessed the solar eclipse on Monday, uniting people in a moment of awe and reflection, reminiscent of the spiritual journey described in Psalm 1
Author: Rod Anderson
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Pastor Rod Anderson explores Easter’s profound significance beyond popular symbols, urging a deeper reflection on its spiritual importance.
A journey down memory lane in Arizona reflects on family, ministry, and the community’s impact, highlighting the role of snowbirds in church life.
Pastor Rod Anderson explores the spiritual comfort found in observing sparrows, drawing parallels to God’s watchful care in his column.
At MLK Day events in Minneapolis and Gustavus Adolphus College, speakers Marley Dias and Karith Foster offered insights on inclusivity and societal progress, echoing Dr. King’s enduring legacy in contemporary discussions.
Reflecting on the transformative power of prayer, Pastor Rod Anderson embraces New Year’s Day as a time for new beginnings and hopes.
Pastor Rod Anderson reflects on the enduring message of “What the World Needs Now Is Love” and its relevance today.
Hanging on the dining room wall above our Thanksgiving table is a beautiful needlepoint representation of “Grace” created and gifted to us by a sweet elderly woman, who is now deceased. I’m sure it’s familiar to many, but few will know that it is the official Minnesota state photograph. Because its story is worthy of remembering and repeating at Thanksgiving family gatherings, I’m providing it for your convenience. May it inspire gratitude in your heart and that of those with whom you share Thanksgiving. The following article on “Grace,” the Minnesota state photograph, first appeared in 2015 on Mnopedia, an…
In the morning, when I arrived at the senior living community where I’m chaplain, a work crew was already at the main entrance redoing and renewing all the landscaping with new plantings and mulch. Immediately, wise advice given to me years ago by a creative church consultant friend popped into my mind. “Renew and refresh the landscaping around the front of your church frequently,” he said. “It’s the first impression first-time visitors receive about your congregation.” First impressions are lasting impressions, and we never get a second chance to make a first impression. This is a common-sense truth that may…
Our neighborhood is called Cedar Forest, and we’re surrounded by numerous red cedar trees. Many have grown from young seedlings to mature evergreens on our corner lot during the 46 years we’ve lived here. But even more than the cedars, I’ve cherished the seven oaks that will soon be showing their autumn colors in our front yard, plus a couple in the side yards, for their calling to mind my childhood on the farm. When I was in high school, my parents officially named our fifth-generation family farm, recording and registering it as Oak Park Farm at the Goodhue County…