Hope does not
disappoint us,
because God has
poured out his love
into our hearts
by the Holy Spirit,
whom he has given us.
Romans 5:5

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Often in our spiritual journeys, God uses past hurt and brokenness to help us better understand others in similar situations. Such is the case for us at Mid-Valley Fellowship. Through our own lives and experiences, God has enabled us to "comfort ... with the comfort [we] have received from God" (II Corinthians 1:4b).


Duan Walker
Executive
Director
 

After years of struggling and feeling defeated and controlled by homosexuality, Duan sought help from Portland Fellowship (a sister ministry of Mid-Valley Fellowship). Over the few years that followed, God began to reveal Himself in a new way and brought healing to Duan's life and relationships. The journey is not over, but there is a new hope that gives perspective. Read Duan's full story.

In 2006, Duan completed the Upper Room Intern Program at Portland Fellowship. It is a 9-month program that provides skills and experiences to work in or begin a ministry to those who struggle with homosexuality. After much prayer and encouragement, Duan and Kendra Hanes embarked on establishing Mid-Valley Fellowship to serve those struggling in the Central Willamette Valley.

Duan has spoken at churches, schools, small groups, and met with Leadership Teams.

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Women's Ministry
Volunteers

Angela Miller began volunteering for Mid-Valley Fellowship in 2007. She serves as a group co-leader for Taking Back Ground and is a great source of encouragement and support to women as they face difficult issues. Her compassionate heart has been a great addition to our volunteer team.

Shar Geisert has served in many different capacities in various ministries over the years she and her husband Phil have lived in Corvallis. Her history and perspective with ministries like Mid-Valley Fellowship is a welcome addition. After a sabbatical from ministry, Shar has been volunteering for Taking Back Ground since early 2008. Read Shar's full story.

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Phil Geisert
Director of
Clean Heart
 

Phil Geisert has volunteered in various roles for MVF and has experience ministering in different areas. In 2010, he joined the staff of Mid-Valley Fellowship to develop ministry to those struggling with sexual/pornography addiction.

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Our second annual benefit dinner was held in October 2008 at Springhill Country Club. Nearly 100 people joined us for the evening, as we explored the mission and vision of Mid-Valley Fellowship. This incredible evening was made possible through the generosity of our leadership donors and the work of many caring volunteers. We are incredibly grateful!

Explore Pictures and Video from the Evening

In the Fall of 2007, Mid-Valley Fellowship had an incredible opportunity to celebrate the great things God has done over the last year and look to the future. Eighty people joined us for the celebration and many took the next step of financially partnering with Mid-Valley Fellowship. Overall, the evening was an exciting and encouraging time for us.

Watch the "Impacting the Community" Video - Local pastors & ministry leaders share a picture of the ways Mid-Valley Fellowship has been impacting the community over the last year.

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