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Rollin Hixson, Rollin Hixson

Belgrade Church pastor

By Rollin Hixson, Rollin Hixson

  • Belgrade Blessing Jar Inspires Special Sabbaths

    September 01, 2012, by Rollin Hixson, Rollin Hixson
    When I became the pastor of Montana's Belgrade Church in May 2011, my wife and I were graciously given a welcome gift called a "Blessing Jar." We were instructed to write down blessings we received from God and drop them in the jar. Then, from tim...
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The Gleaner is a gathering place with news and inspiration for Seventh-day Adventist members and friends throughout the northwestern United States. It is an important communication channel for the North Pacific Union Conference — the regional church support headquarters for Adventist ministry throughout Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington. The original printed Gleaner was first published in 1906, and has since expanded to a full magazine with a monthly circulation of more than 40,000. Through its extended online and social media presence, the Gleaner also provides valuable content and connections for interested individuals around the world.

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