Associated Gospel Churches

06/03/2026

"The hope of prayer is more than answers to our petitions; it is a developed time of personal communion with God, who invites us into his very presence and exhorts us to come and be refreshed, to be encouraged, to understand His call in our lives." - Bill Allan

Nearing the end of his life, it was reported that evangelist Billy Graham was asked if there was anything he would have changed in his long ministry. His response was quick and simple: "I would have prayed more." For many, a vibrant, strong personal prayer life is a battle, and rightly

05/14/2026

Free tables available. They are well used, but have lots of use left in them. Pick up at Compass Point Bible Church (Burlington, ON).

05/05/2026

Bill's Blog for May: Where is the HOPE? The church universal has faced these same issues over the past millennia, in different forms, from offering incense to a Roman emperor and acknowledging his deity, to giving one’s life for translating the Bible into the language of the people. Through all this God promises that His Word will not fade.

The Times They Are A-Changin' – so sang folk singer Bob Dylan in the 1960’s. In part, his lyrics say: Come, mothers and fathers throughout the land       And don't criticize what you can't understand    &

04/01/2026

"One thing I have found beneficial when thinking through the depth of the Easter story is to see it as more than just a once-a-year thought or activity. The Cross and the Resurrection encourage me each day on my faith journey. I am reminded daily that I was, in the words of a pastor friend, “born on the wrong side of Genesis 3!” I am a sinner in need of the Gospel every day." -President Bill

The busyness of life often crowds our thoughts and occupies our every moment. In many ways, busyness robs us of the space to think clearly and to contemplate the deeper realities of our faith. As we enter the Easter season, it is easy to get busy with family get-togethers

03/03/2026

Bill's most recent blog is up on the AGC website. Check it out! "Eternity was not an afterthought because of our fall into sin. Heaven was not created because God was lonely or we needed a good place to go after death. The hope of eternity began long before the creation of the world."

Disclaimer – I am not a musician. I play no musical instruments. I'm not really gifted in music. And while I may make a joyful noise at times, it’s mostly just noise – or so I’ve been told! I have, however, noticed a shift in Christian music; not in style but in lyrics. Many songs in the rec...

02/02/2026

President Bill’s latest blog post is available!

In many ways, we live in a world of anxiety and hopelessness. Many have lost hope in a better economic future. Others feel betrayed by circumstances, governments, and influences beyond their control. Life is getting worse, not better. Yet for the follower of Christ, the opposite should be true. In l

01/27/2026

2026 AGCW Regional Conference Registration is now open! Link has been sent my email to churches and pastors.

01/13/2026

Bill's Blog A Focus on Hope is available now. "Hope gives us clarity because our hope is assured, not speculated, it is guaranteed not by economics, politics, or even the pursuit of world peace, but upon the death and resurrection of Jesus..."

The great love chapter of the New Testament, 1 Corinthians 13, ends with “So now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love” (vs. 13). While we often, and rightly so, focus on love, it is the word hope that catches my attention as we enter this new year. With a

12/01/2025

Bill’s blog is now available: "The Christmas message is more than the birth of Jesus, for he was born in the shadow of the cross. The Christmas message begins with the character of God who is loving, kind, and merciful. His desire is for all to repent and be restored to a relationship with him.”

A pastor friend of mine noted that Christmas is difficult. When I asked what he meant, he responded, "How many ways can you tell the same story year after year?" While I understood his dilemma, I also thought that it is an open door to share more than the Christmas story – Jesus born in Be

11/27/2025

Heritage College & Seminary is sponsoring a worship leader training opportunity followed by a concert for anyone interested in attending, featuring Matt Papa with Zach & Maggie.