Category: Churches

Future Home Of Paulding Exempted Character Academy

“The Paulding Exempted Character Academy is committed to building two buildings, one in Paulding and one in Oakwood to support Bible-based education which will be carried out by LifeWise Academy Paulding Exempted,” said Kevin Stahl, PECA President. “PECA would like to recognize Robert and Gretchen Noneman for donating the property in Paulding and Rhonda Bakle…

MATT’S MISHAPS

“Serving overseas as a small-town boy in America has been intense, stressful and humorous! Enjoy a light-hearted story with me from our last 20 years overseas!” —Matt  Y2K & Bath tubs  Do you remember where you were at for Y2K?  Remember?  It was that great concern (that turned out to be nothing) for a cataclysmic…

NEW COMMUNITY PANTRY IN HARLAN INDIANA

The United Steelworkers Local 715 Next Generation committee, in partnership with the Harlan Christian Youth Center, is happy to announce the opening of a new community pantry located at the Youth Center at 17308 2nd Street, Harlan, Indiana.  “Give what you can, take what you need” is the foundation of the community pantry network that…

Mt. Calvary annual Children’s Christmas program

Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church, Antwerp, OH  held its annual Children’s Christmas Program this past week on December 18, 2022 during the regular  worship time of 10:15 a.m. Rev. Mark Peters and the congregation welcome everyone to join in worship every Sunday with Christian Education for all ages at 9:15 a.m. The church is located at…

MATT’S MISHAPS

“Serving overseas as a small-town boy in America has been intense, stressful and humorous! Enjoy a light-hearted story with me from our last 20 years overseas!” —Matt  Furry Christmas Gift I grew up shaking and checking my shoes that were stored outside in the garage, before putting them on during the winter time. Sometimes mice…

Antwerp United Methodist Church to Become Antwerp Global Methodist Church

At its special called session the West Ohio Annual Conference on Saturday, Nov. 19, Antwerp United Methodist Church’s request to disaffiliate from the United Methodist denomination was affirmed by a majority of the voting members of the conference. This concludes a multi-year process in which Antwerp United Methodist has been discerning how it should proceed…

PPEC members donate $11,692 to 7 local organizations

Members of Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative recently donated $11,692 to 7 local charities and community projects through the cooperative’s Operation Round Up program. About 80% of PPEC members round up their electric bill and donate those pennies to this fund, making a huge impact in the co-op’s northwest Ohio and northeast Indiana communities. Participating members…

Christmas Concert at West Milford Church of Christ

On Sunday, December 11, 2022 at 10:30 a.m., the West Milford Church of Christ will be hosting a Christmas Concert.  Performing will be Gospel Artists, The Craguns. This will be during regular worship service and a special love offering will be taken. The Craguns are a dynamic, family group, comprised of husband and wife, Jordan…

MATT’S MISHAPS

“Serving overseas as a small-town boy from America is intense, stressful and humorous! Enjoy a light-hearted story with me from our last 20 years overseas!” —Matt  Front Porch Do you relax outside on a front porch or on a backyard deck?  In the past in many Midwest communities, life took place on the front porch. …

Donation to Antwerp Community Food Pantry

Mt Calvary Lutheran Women’s Missionary League Church Ladies, Antwerp Ohio with a donation for the Antwerp Community Food Pantry.  The ladies would like to remind everyone that the times for the Food Pantry are Monday and Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon. All who wish to donate to the Food Pantry or would like…

MATT’S MISHAPS

“Serving overseas as a small-town boy from America is intense, stressful and humorous! Enjoy a light-hearted story with me from our last 20 years overseas!” —Matt  Goats & Spoiled Milk Have you ever said a word or phrase you would like to take back?  Maybe better to ask if there is a sent e-mail or…

MATT’S MISHAPS

“Serving overseas as a small-town boy from America is intense, stressful and humorous! Enjoy a light-hearted story with me from our last 20 years overseas!” —Matt  Measurement Miscalculations What was your weight and height on your first driver’s license?  When I was 16 years old and overly optimistic at the BMV, I padded my height…