Linda and I just returned from a Reed family gathering in Rhode Island. It was a joy to be with our kids and grandkids for several fun-filled days together. We're also rejoicing in God's kindness in allowing Linda to be…
Category: Ministry Matters
Keep Your First Love
The place goes by the name of Mensa Christi, which means “Table of Christ.” Situated on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee, this quiet, rocky beach commemorates the spot Jesus served breakfast to seven of his disciples on…
What’s Updated on our Website
We've recently added some resources to our website that we hope will be useful to many of you. Our desire is to share resources that strengthen and stretch those who are engaged in serving Christ in various ministries. Here's an…
Learning from the Prince of Expositors
Most of us who preach know about Charles Spurgeon, the man they call the “Prince of Preachers”. I suspect many of us don’t know about one of Spurgeon’s contemporaries, Andrew Maclaren. Maclaren was called the “Prince of Expositors.” He’s credited…
Part 3: A Biblical Perspective for Men and Women in Ministry
In this final post of the series, we will consider how a biblical perspective on men and women in ministry can be lived out in the life of a local church. In case you missed them, here are links to…
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Part 2: A Biblical Perspective for Men and Women in Ministry
In this short series of posts, I'm presenting a document I wrote while serving as a pastor in Ottawa. If you missed Part 1, you can read it here. Household of Faith One of the metaphors used to describe the…
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Part 1: A Biblical Perspective for Men and Women in Ministry
What does the Bible teach about men and women in ministry? That's an important question for all of us who hold to Scripture as the final authority for faith and practice. It's also a question that leaders in every local…
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Praise and Prayer Update (April 22, 2024)
The next few weeks are full of some exciting ministry opportunities. I wanted to give you an update and invite you to pray with us, asking the Lord for His strength and grace as we serve. Open Toronto Initiative. Linda…
Charles Spurgeon and the Pastor’s College
Charles Spurgeon was a pastor with a God-sized vision. He pastored the Metropolitan Tabernacle in London for over forty years in the mid-nineteenth century. Under his preaching, thousands were regularly fed and challenged from God’s Word. Under his leadership, the…
Portrait of an Effective Minister
I’ve never been accused of being a great artist. But that hasn’t stopped me from doing some drawing. In fact, I sketched an impromptu picture during the first course I taught after coming to Heritage. The class was on the…
Rick and Linda Reed 