This morning, I announced at church a new outreach coming from The Shepherd’s Fellowship. In March we will be doing a 1/2 hour radio program on Saturday mornings on two different radio stations. The first one is WDCM which has coverage in the Marion county area that focuses on community service and talk programing. The […]
Chuck Norris
January 28, 2013 by
This morning I shall share my Chuck Norris story… About 10 years ago, I was at a Christian bookstore in California. I had walked into one of the large hallways to get a little bit of quiet to call my son, Ryan (who was about 10 – 11 years old). While we were talking, Chuck […]
Course Offered to Help Kids, Adults Deal with Divorce
January 21, 2013 by
Epworth United Methodist Church invites parents dealing with divorce or separate to consider enrolling in a new (DC4K) class to help children heal from the hurt caused by separation or divorce. This support group starts January 22, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. for children ages 5 to 12. The 13-week support group includes games, crafts, journaling, […]
Finding God’s Will
January 16, 2013 by
A new friend of mine asked recently me “How can I know God’s will in my life?” This is a common question that I get asked and one of my favorites to answer. Since it comes up often, I thought I would put my response here for others who may be wondering the same…… “To […]
The Same Old Struggles
January 16, 2013 by
Four errors Paul identifies that the Colossians are making… – Making tradition more important than God’s movement – Pretending to be in submission to God but doing their own thing (false humility) – Having a desire to do the things God lays on their heart but then coming up with way to not do it […]
Marion Group to Hold Sanctity of Life Service
January 15, 2013 by
Marion Citizens for Life will hold its annual Sanctity of Life Service on Sunday, January 27, 2013 at 2:00pm. This year will be a memorial service held in honor of the unborn who have lost their life over the last 40 years. The service will be held at the Grace Brethren Church, 2813 Gooding Road, […]
Marion Church Holding Christmas Day Event
December 24, 2012 by
A Marion church is opening their doors and holding what they hope will be an annual event to provide a ”Family Christmas” on Christmas Day for those who are less fortunate, presently homeless, suffering through any type of life situation that is causing them despair, or are simply alone for the holidays. Apex Church in […]
Church Offering Variety of Christmas Eve Services, Including Gentle Worship
December 21, 2012 by
Emanuel Lutheran Church invites the community to four worship opportunities on Christmas Eve (Monday, December 24th) in their sanctuary at 241 South Prospect Street in Marion. A Gentle Worship Service at 1:30pm, Children’s Service at 6:30pm, and Traditional Candlelight Services at 8:15pm and 10:45pm. The dual Traditional Candlelight Services began at Emanuel in 1973 and […]
First United Church of Christ Holding Meditative Christmas Service
December 18, 2012 by
The First United Church of Christ is inviting the community to a time of reflection, music and candlelight, poetry, and prayers as well as a time to exhale and relax, to renew and refresh and gain perceptive on the season of light and love. The Meditative Christmas Service will take place on Thursday, December 20, […]
Annual Free Community Christmas Brunch
December 17, 2012 by
The community is invited to the First United Church of Christ’s annual Christmas Brunch on Saturday, December 22, 2012. Brunch will be served from 9:00am to 10:00am and Fellowship and Activities from 10:00am to 11:00am. The menu will include breakfast casseroles, raisin french toast, fruit salad, cookies and breads and assorted treats. In addition to […]
