A little over three years ago Erika and I were praying about whether we should leave the church where we had served for 17 years and take a position at Friendship Church. We spent hours and hours praying and talking as we made the decision. At that same time, our son was starting to look…
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What It Takes To Become A Certified Drone Pilot
Recently, Friendship Church has purchased a drone to add to their arsenal of video gear. The drone is the DJI Mavic Air 2, otherwise now known as “FishyOne.” While this is an exciting, new way to capture pictures and video, there are also some strings attached that come with purchasing a drone. Many people think…
I Will Spit You Out Of My Mouth
On a recent trip to Turkey to tour the Seven Churches of Revelation, my understanding of the meaning of the letters to all of the churches was greatly expanded, but the letter to the church in Laodicea struck me the most. 14 “And to the angel of the church in Laodicea write: ‘The words of the Amen, the…
Honoring God at Work
I believe the best way to honor God in your work is through your attitude. Whoever you are working for will be revealed in your attitude. The goal of a job should be more than making money. It’s a place of outreach and connection. When you realize that your work is your mission field, your…
Hope Academy
Friendship Church’s history includes a rich involvement in missions around the world, but did you know that we also support a number of Gospel-focused organizations in Minnesota? One of those organizations is Hope Academy, a K-12 school located in the Phillips neighborhood of Minneapolis, an area known for poverty and violent crime. Located at 2300…