Congratulations to Caleb Cox for winning Divine Mercy school Spelling Bee, and to the runner-up, Kyle Sutton. The bee lasted 14 rounds, and a good effort was given by all participants! Caleb will now advance to the County Spelling Bee held at Payne Elementary School on Tuesday, February 5th, at 7:00 pm. If necessary, a…
For the past 40 years ladies of the faith community have come together on the first Thursday evening of December for an Ecumenical potluck dinner & Program. The evening begins with a 6:00 p.m. potluck, followed by an entertaining program of local talents from each church at 7:00 p.m. It is an event for sharing,…
The big college football game of the year will be here soon. Every year, in the month of November die-hard fans with friends and families gather around their TV’s in anticipation of the big game between Ohio State and Michigan. We shout in joy when our teams score a point or lament when the other…
The “5th Quarter” is sponsored by First United Methodist Church in Van Wert, OH. The purpose of the 5th Quarter is to provide a safe place for all Middle and High School age students to have fun and fellowship with friends after the Friday night home football games. The church provides free pizza, pop, music…
The 2018 Woodburn Christian Children’s Home Benefit Auction is the stuff of history now. This year’s benefit was well-attended with 265 guests with much fellowship by the WCCH staff, auctioneers and attendees. The dinner was delicious complete with pie filling the bellies as the silent auction bid sheets were filling up and the live auction…
Paul Hoverman, Coordinator of Performing Arts for The Van Wert County Foundation and Chancel Choir Director at First United Methodist Church in Van Wert, has announced the rehearsal schedule for the Van Wert Area Messiah Chorus. Rehearsals will begin Sunday, November 4 from 3-5 pm in the sanctuary of First United Methodist Church, 113 W.…
Youth For Christ presents Grammy and Dove Award winner, Jason Crabb, will perform, along with special guests, The Tacketts on Sunday, October 28, 2018. You can see these performances at the Defiance Area YMCA, 1599 Palmer Drive, Defiance, OH 43512. All profits will go to the ministry. For more information call the Youth For Christ…
A very special charity event is coming to Fort Wayne this month. A Heart for Our Community will be held at the elegant Parkview Mirro Center on Monday, September 24, at 6:30 p.m. This exciting evening focuses on the mission of providing access to healthcare for families facing hardship, and is hosted by Christian Community…
Come on out and meet Marty and his wife, Janet, and enjoy a free musical concert of acoustic, encouraging, original songs…mixed with an easy blend of well-known songs and worship music. Let the Father’s Spirit use the music and lyrics to open your heart to a deeper walk with Jesus, and to step a little…
The public is invited to attend a gathering at Twin Oaks United Methodist Church on Wednesday, September 19, at 10:00 a.m. to greet Willy and Sue (Lanz) Tops, Missionaries from Belgium. Sue was raised in Paulding County near Briceton, Ohio. She and husband Willy would like to share about their work with the prison ministry…
Larry Carter received a B.S. in Biblical Studies from Cincinnati Bible College. While a student, he served as Youth Minister of the New Burlington Church of Christ and the Felicity Church of Christ, as well as Youth Coordinator of an inner city Salvation Army. He then received a Masters of Christian Ministries degree from Huntington…
Mitch McVicker returns to Riverside Christian Church on September 21 at 7:15 p.m. Check out Mitch and his music at https://mitchmcvicker.com/. His new album is “the acceptance of and.” Mitch McVicker’s career began in 1995 and has since spanned 10 albums and a DVD, a single on a compilation, appearance as himself and music in…
Come join us and your neighbors Sunday, August 26th at 6:00 p.m. at Payne Church of Christ, 220 W. Merrin St. Payne, OH for a gospel concert with professional singer, Tom Shelton. A love offering will be taken after the concert. Join us on Facebook for more information.
