I am a husband, a father, and a Pastor, but first and foremost I am a sinner saved by the grace of God. I was 18 years old when I became a Christian. I have worked in several churches over the past 25 years as a youth minister, church intern, and pastor. I went to seminary at Regent College in Vancouver, Canada and I have been an ordained Presbyterian minister for the past 14 years. Before coming to Fowler I was the pastor of the Community Presbyterian Church of Oakesdale, a position I started in 2007.

I have a wonderful wife, Leah, and four wonderful daughters, Emilie, Elizabeth, Hazel, and Rosie. I have lived in the Pacific Northwest for most of my life so coming to Central California is an adventure for our family and a step of faith. We are confident the Lord led us to Fowler and we are excited to be here. My hobbies are eating good food, reading good books, golfing, playing basketball, and fishing, pretty much in that order. 

 

I believe that holiness and humor can go together; I believe that righteousness and joy belong together; I believe that God calls us up into a better way of life while being patient with us when we fail; I believe that salvation can only be found in Jesus; I believe that salvation is by grace alone, by faith alone; I believe the Bible is our authoritative guide for faith and life; and I believe that God has a great plan for each one of us as we overcome our sin and learn to walk in his ways. 

 

Fowler Presbyterian is a family church where everyone is welcome to join us in worship and fellowship. God bless and I look forward to getting to know you!

 

In Christ, Rev. Erik Buhl

 

 

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