October Pastor Appreciation
For those of you too young to recognize our photo, it is the Lone Ranger, a fictional masked former Texas Ranger who fought outlaws in America's old West. Writers for The Lone Ranger tell us he was never seen without…
Are You Connected?
While I waited in an office today for an appointment I observed a young girl ask the receptionist for the WiFi password. She too was waiting for her mom to get done at the office. I thought about the reality…
Seasons of Ministry Balance or Fatigue
Once the fall season kicks into its own rhythm, it's easy to assume there's a moment to relax, enjoy the seasonal changes along with a latte--spiced pumpkin of course. And just then, you realize Christmas isn't too far away. We…
It’s Summertime and the Livin’ Ain’t Easy
I love summer, the opportunity it brings for golf, beach trips, and late sunsets. Recently I enjoyed an evening outside watching grandsons toss a frisbee as adults shared small talk on a cool Michigan night. Soon to follow was the…
A Year of Blessings
It has been an awesome year for MinistryWave as we have enjoyed great times with family and friends, and travel experiences to meet new friends in the journey of consulting. We love the opportunities that God provides for us to connect. …
The Previous Play is Under Review
Watching NFL football has become challenging. It can be an emotional rollercoaster as you wait to see the outcome of a particular play and how it will affect your favorite team. New rules have made it tough for officials who…
The Tulip Time Volunteer
A story on NBC’s Nightly News tonight highlighted the Tulip Time Festival in Holland, Michigan. Lester Holt referred to the festival as “one of America’s most breathtaking celebrations of the season”. This small town expands from its 33,000 residents to…
He is Risen Indeed
Donna Hostetler, March 26, 2016 It's Passion week. It's a reminder of what we're about every week. We invest our lives because Jesus died and rose again to give us eternal life. This Spring with the recent loss of my…
Mom Zoomed into Heaven
Donna Hostetler, February 28, 2016 It’s been a bit of a ministry sabbatical for me this month as I sat daily with my mom in the early days of February—her last earthly days and released her into the hands of…
Thanksgiving
Donna Hostetler, November 24, 2015 Thanksgiving Days are usually filled with feasting. I love this time of the year and I love to bake, particularly pies. Last year, Jay and I found ourselves eating hospital cafeteria food on this day…