We are so blessed most churches do not have any musicians and we have three. Today was the perfect day to honor them. Colleen Richter has been playing since high school, Sharon Colley started playing after a former musician became ill and Rebekah Smith has played since her Freshman year in high school in Macon,…
“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 Overplanning life One day my college roommate asked me, “Do you record the day and time you plan to clip your fingernails this week?” Since my youth, I loved…
Who does not like to sing the old familiar church Hymns? St. John Lutheran, Hicksville will have a special Music Sunday service on September 17, at 10:15 am with the prelude starting at 10 am. The members of the congregation has selected 20 of their favorite hymns, plus 5 hymns will be used for the…
ON Augutst 24th, Caring & Sharing hosted their Groundbreaking ceremony at their new building site, 318 N Walnut St., Paulding. Speaking to the crowd was Jodi Schneider, executive director of the Caring & Sharing Food Pantry. Blessing was given by Pastor Ian Ferguson, First Presbyterian Church of Paulding. Diggers included Jeff Clark of Hartzog Construction,…
Do you or your family own any shoes or boots that you no longer need? A non-profit organization called Changing Footprints will take those shoes and boots and distribute them to the poor, the homeless or to victims of natural disasters. The project began in Indianapolis, in 2005, when co-founders Maureen Leisure and Bob Broughton learned…
At 10:00 a.m. on August 24, the Caring & Sharing Food Pantry will hold a property blessing and groundbreaking for its new building at 318 N. Walnut Street. The general public is welcome to attend along with clients, volunteers, donors, public officials and pantry board members and committees. Over the past 15 months, the pantry…
On Saturday, July 22, the St. John family hosted a car show around Paulding’s village square to honor the late Scott St. John. Proceeds from a 50/50 raffle, free-will offerings, and a portion of food and drink sales totaled $3,862 and were donated to the Caring & Sharing Food Pantry building fund, Scott’s pet charity.…
St John Lutheran Church, Hicksville had a very successful HAY DAY VBS. Under the leadership of Jenn Kurtz and 25 helpers, the children had four days of a sack meal, music, Bible stories, crafts and games. The event concluded with a pizza party and a program for the parents, grandparents and friends. Plans are underway…
Keepers of the Kingdom @ Antwerp Global Methodist Church The preparations for Vacation Bible School (VBS) at Antwerp Global Methodist Church are under way and workers are getting Fired Up for this year’s adventure. Lessons, crafts, and decorations are being prepared. The building is being transformed into a castle atmosphere. VBS is a week of…
“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 SEASON FOR EVERY BUG During those first few really hot days in the spring, everything comes to life in Indiana – or maybe better said, becomes active. Ants seem…
Hands of Hope Pregnancy Services is thrilled to be utilizing a brand new ultrasound machine. The previous machine is close to 10 years old. While still great quality, the board of directors decided to purchase a new one after being approached by Chris Bercaw. Bercaw is a Paulding County resident, and also the Knights of…
“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 TAKEN FOR RANSOM In the old days, it seemed the plot to many movies and real-life adventures were people being taken for the purposes of ransom. Today, ironically, it…
The Unclouded Day Vocal Ensemble to lead Sunday Morning Worship Service at First United Methodist Church in Van Wert on June 4th at 9:30am. The Unclouded Day Vocal and Instrumental Ensemble from Fort Wayne, Indiana will present their unique style of sacred music ministry at First United Methodist Church, 113 West Central Avenue in Van…
