Senior Pastor Kurt Thomas
Dear Apple Creek Church Family,
As we step into this New Year, we pause to reflect on the journey behind us. This past year has held moments of joy and success, but it has also brought seasons of challenge, disappointment, and even unexpected loss. Some prayers were answered in ways we celebrated, while others required us to trust God through tears and unanswered questions.
Yet through it all, one truth remains unshaken: the same God who has kept us thus far is the same God who will carry us forward. Scripture reminds us, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever” (Hebrews 13:8). The God who sustained us through uncertain days is still faithful. The God who gave us strength when we felt weak is still our refuge. And the God who walked with us through valleys is the God who promises healing, restoration, and renewed purpose.
As we enter this New Year, we do so with hope—not because the road will be easy, but because we do not walk it alone. God is able to heal what has been broken, restore what has been lost, and breathe new life into our faith, our families, and our church.
He is calling us to rise with renewed vision, deeper trust, and a greater commitment to His mission. Let us move forward together, anchored in prayer, united in love, and confident in God’s promises. May this New Year be marked by spiritual growth, compassionate service, and a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon Apple Creek.
With hearts full of faith, we declare that our best days are not behind us — they are ahead, in Christ. May the Lord bless you and keep you, strengthen you and guide you, and fill this New Year with His peace and purpose
Happy New Year, Apple Creek family.
In His service and hope,
Senior Pastor Kurt Thomas
Apple Creek Seventh-day Adventist Church
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Associate Pastor Travis Kwon
Dear Apple Creek Church family,
It has now been well over two years since I began worshiping and serving together with you in this church. Especially in 2025, I felt deeply surrounded by your love and support.
While serving at Apple Creek, you have helped me realize how richly loved I am—by God and by this church family. I am truly grateful for that. It is a great privilege and blessing for me to worship with you every Sabbath.
In the coming year, I will continue to serve you faithfully together with our Senior Pastor. My prayer is that our church will bear even richer and more meaningful fruit in the Lord, and that we may rejoice together as we see God’s work among us.
Thank you, and may God bless you in the year ahead.
Sincerely,
Associate Pastor Travis Kwon
Apple Creek Seventh-day Adventist Church