by Duan WalkerExecutive Director Since 2011, Mid-Valley Fellowship has offered a ministry internship, now named the Erēmos Internship. When it began, MVF had been in existence for about 5 years. We were beginning to see consistent engagement with participants and volunteers, and our programs were gaining traction. However, one of the main challenges we faced … Continue reading “Yes” – Nine Years Later
Author: Duan Walker
Join the Journey, Final
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.Ephesians 3:20-21 I hope you have been encouraged by the stories … Continue reading Join the Journey, Final
Join the Journey, Week 6
I was really struggling in my marriage … I had gone through a period where I was becoming really angry … There was something under the surface, and I wasn't really sure what it was …I really saw that my identity was in Christ, not in my relationship with my husband … It was about … Continue reading Join the Journey, Week 6
Five Tips for Raising Kids in a Culture of Avoidance
by Tim Elmore, Founder of Growing Leaders (growingleaders.com/blog) Tim Elmore and Growing Leaders create resources focused on the development of leaders. We thought this was a great article about living in a culture of avoidance and how we perpetuate that or don't to the next generation. Give it a read!Duan Walker, Executive Director, Mid-Valley Fellowship My … Continue reading Five Tips for Raising Kids in a Culture of Avoidance
Join the Journey, Week 5
Merry Christmas! At this time of year, we celebrate Christ coming to earth as a baby (the incarnation). He left heaven to draw close to humanity - to rescue us from the power of sin and the enemy and reconcile us to God! In Tim's story this week, he shares about God drawing close to … Continue reading Join the Journey, Week 5
Join the Journey, Week 4
Being myself is something I've never had the opportunity to be, not only in the Church but also elsewhere … I know people with sexual brokenness and sexual addiction still hide in their churches, and when they do come out they're practically asked to leave. I'm grateful that I've found a place where I can … Continue reading Join the Journey, Week 4
Join the Journey, Week 3
This week one of our alumni and current volunteers shares a piece of his story. Ryan speaks about connections with God and others and how he grew in relationships at Mid-Valley Fellowship. Take 5 minutes to check out his story, and Join the Journey of sexual and relational wholeness by giving, praying, or volunteering! Thank you … Continue reading Join the Journey, Week 3
Join the Journey, Week 2
#GivingTuesday is a Great Day to Give and Share!Help us kick-off our final giving season of the year by making your donation via Facebook on Giving Tuesday, December 3rd! You are a part of this journey, helping individuals that are seeking to submit their sexuality to God's design. Thank you! This year Facebook has announced … Continue reading Join the Journey, Week 2
Join the Journey, Week 1
The world says that doing anything we crave is what freedom looks like. After some sobriety, I've realized that meeting my needs the way God intended is actually freedom. That other idea is bondage.MVF Participant In my time at MVF, I've learned that God is always with me, that He has always been with me, … Continue reading Join the Journey, Week 1