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Individuals that are single may feel left out, sad and pressured to find someone. With Valentine's Day approaching, those feelings can be heightened. Can involvement in a church fellowship help singles?
Long time resident Ken Smailes has officially taken the reins at Killbuck United Methodist Church. Smailes knows the area well, has a heart for small, country churches, and is happy to be serving the people of Killbuck in this new capacity.
First Baptist Church of Berlin service begins at 5 p.m.
Killbuck United Methodist Church bids farewell to friend and Pastor Roberta Fuller and her husband, Tom. Fuller is retiring after a summer of serious health issues. She conducted her final sermon at the church in December.
Kids need a vision and a place they can grow spiritually. Millersburg Christian Church has a great love and vision for their young people and hope 2012 is a great year of growth for all.
First Baptist Church in Berlin will present a six-week video series about creation on Sunday evenings.
Although resolutions made in the new year don't always transpire into change, it's still important to examine your life at certain times and consider what areas might need reforming. Setting priorities is a place that many of us can implement good change.
Most of us have seen the Christmas plaques that say, wise men still seek Him, and most of us know this to be true. But why did the wise men of old seek Christ, what did they want and how determined were they to get it?
Nashville United Methodist Church will host special services on Christmas Eve and Christmas morning.
As Dec. 25 inches closer and closer, many are wracking their brain trying to think of a great gift for a special person. Giving the gift of God's Word to someone has the potential to become life altering.
The second annual Millersburg Candlelight Church Walk proved to be another success despite the chilly weather.
If you have ever participated in a play or musical, you know how much work it takes. Several area churches have been practicing for many weeks to present a Christmas program. Take time to attend some and see the wonder of the season up close.
Jann Hersherger's Share-A-Christmas Night of Music will take place Sunday, Dec. 4 at Martins Creek Mennonite.
A baby, a Savior, born in a manger. A child with a mission, wonderful, counselor, mighty God and prince of peace, just to name a few of His titles. When will His peace come to a world that is full of distress?
When Dan and Rachael Stoner took to the air, their decision was one which has touched many lives, and will continue to do so as they join the ABWE Aviation Church Planters mission.
F.R.O.G. Pond youth organization has organized a live nativity and Journey to the Inn program, to be held at Doughty Valley Farm, Dec. 16-17.
Pieces are in place; fundraising, hard work needed to get it done.
The ninth annual Share-A-Christmas Night of Music, presented by Jann Hershberger, will take place Dec. 4 at Martins Creek Mennonite Church.
Union Hill Church in Sugarcreek will host their Star of Wonder Bazaar, Nov. 18.
Millersburg Candlelight Church Walk set for second year.
What makes a pastor successful? Why do some seem to mesh better with a church while others just don't seem to fit? Are there certain character traits or qualities that an individual needs to be a good pastor? That topic is one of great interest.
When children are young they may attend church and abide by mom and dad's rules, but what happens when they get older? Many times kids decide they want to do their own thing. What should parents do then?
Another election is just days away. Will you take the time to vote? Do you believe you have a moral obligation to vote? Some Christians question whether or not they should cast a ballot in a national election. What do you think?
No one wants to face a crisis, but trials come and faith is tested. Local pastor Doug Gray and his wife Leslie faced a huge storm earlier this year but Jesus Christ, their Anchor held fast.
Patience is a virtue that many of us need to develop. But what builds patience? What helps an impatient person to learn how to wait and be patient? Unfortunately, the answer to that question may spell t-r-o-u-b-l-e!
Members of the First Mennonite Church of Sugarcreek are donating 100 percent of the proceeds from their annual Soup & Salad Supper to fellow parishioner, Verlon Ewert. Diagnosed with lung cancer and without insurance, Ewert needs assistance with medical bills.
Does an atheist ever call on God? Is there any hope at all for someone shrouded in extreme non-belief? Local pastor Greg Lonsway believes you can witness to an atheist but more by how you live than what you say.
Most local churches are a part of a larger organization. For years Faith Lutheran Church in Millersburg has belonged to the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) but they recently voted to leave that organization and join the (NALC) North American Lutheran Church.
Every church knows just how important the field of missions is in promoting the Kingdom of God. Grace Mennonite will be kicking off October (mission month) with special speaker Dr. George Murray.
Christian Aid Ministries has discovered a new way to reach the masses in Haiti both in terms of witnessing and creating jobs.
Last Sunday the entire country stopped their busy lives to remember and memorialize the nearly 3,000 victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Forgiveness was a popular topic for many church sermons.
An upcoming event sponsored by Millersburg Mennonite Church is designed to help those with questions about how to prepare and plan for their own or a loved one's death.
If you Google teen rebellion, you will get 763,000 results; troubled teens will result in 2,310,000 results and for a whopping 72,700,000 results you will need to type teenage problems into the search engine. Seventy-five million hits for these three searches?
Lisa Troyer believes that, when women come together in transparency and accountability, amazing things can happen. Her new book, A Place to Belong, tells her story and her philosophy of ministry.
The Love Center Food Pantry July report.
Th Ohio Haiti Benefit Auction on Saturday, Sept. 3 was certainly hot enough to represent Haiti's weather. But not even the heat could keep patrons away from supporting the mission auction.
The Coshocton Presbyterian Church in Coshocton will host guest organist/carillonneur, W. Robert Morrison from Canton, Ohio Sept. 18. He will play the carillon during their worship service beginning at 10:20 a.m., followed by a free outdoor carillon concert at 1 p.m.
This past week most Americans celebrated the end of summer by taking part in Labor Day activities, the last official summer holiday. Labor Day is for the laborers and workers of our country, but what does God expect from you as a worker?
Love Center receives check from St. John's Lutheran Church of Mt. Hope.
The Love Center Food Pantry got a new (used) set of wheels last week. Doug and Teri Mohr donated their station wagon to the center on Wednesday, August 24.
Millersburg United Methodist is using technology in a positive way to offer insight about what their denomination believes. The church has a free online course to help interested individuals decide whether or not their beliefs coincide with the church doctrine.
Craig Piatt, along with his wife, Jenn, will be joining the ministry team of Millersburg Christian Church (MCC) as the new Family Life Pastor. MCC will have a special Fall Kickoff August 28 to welcome the Piatts.
A Sept. 9 banquet with India Evangelical Ministries will present an opportunity to learn more about the plight of India to introduce Christianity and aid into the country.
Imagine a huge yard sale with all sorts of clothing and other items completely free and just in time for back-to-school. Well, you're not dreaming, that's exactly what Nashville Church of Christ is offering Saturday, August 20.
In the Christian faith communion is celebrated over and over and is done in remembrance of Christ and the crucifixion. It is an intimate and sacred practice observed in most churches.
A gathering of indigenous people will be held August 12-14 in Millersburg, at Gateway Fellowship church.
Baptism is an act in the Christian faith that has great implications. But is it an option or a must? Why and when should you be baptized? What happens if you are never baptized?
If you have been sweltering in the recent 90 degree weather, then give a big sigh of relief and mark your calendars now. Thanks to the Millersburg Ministerial Association (MMA) and Skyview Ranch, a cool down is on the way, and the best part of all is it is free.
A couple weeks ago our country celebrated its 235th birthday. From the beginning, men and women have prayed for God's blessing on this nation. Some wonder, is it time we bless God?
Trevor Littleton, pastor at Millersburg Christian Church, had a blast penning the Christian fiction book Shadows. After great success, he continues the saga of the spiritual realm come to earth in his upcoming sequel, Fate of the Fallen.
Northside Baptist Church will help local families get a jump on fulfilling their school supply needs with a Back To School Bash on Sunday, August 7.
The Dave Miller Family will be at Living Hope Outreach in Millersburg, July 20.
How hard is it to watch terrible acts and not judge? Yet we are commanded by Christ not to judge others. Recent events surrounding the death of 2-year-old Caylee Anthony have ignited an onslaught of judgment and hate.
Barrs Mill Church of God is ushering in a new and exciting ministry outreach with its advent of the Dream League, a baseball program for special needs youth and adults.
Churches have always been powerful forces in supporting missions and other ministries that promote the love and care Christ commands. The Christian Children's Home of Ohio receives lots of support from churches in Holmes and Wayne counties.
Area kids are invited to try out a day camp at Skyview Ranch this summer. Day camp opened June 13 and continues to accept campers every week through August 5.
Becoming a father happens naturally, without a manual or pretest, but sometimes seeking the wisdom of others can help new dads come out on top.
Northside Baptist Church will present its fifth annual Sports Camp June 28-July 2 at Airport Park in Millersburg.
According to a recent study, 25 percent of couples feel bored in their relationship and another 25 percent reported being on the brink of boredom in their relationship. A local church offers a great option to strengthen your marriage.
Graduation is an important time in the life of an individual. Area pastors and congregations have taken time to make many grads feel loved and important.
Were you surprised the world did not end on May 21, 2011 as predicted by the radio evangelist, Harold Camping? Most people were not surprised at all, but for the ones that bought into that prophecy, it was probably disappointing.
These days, every company, organization and manufacturer has a website, a Facebook page, or some other Internet address from which you can obtain their information. Could a website be just what your church needs?
NewPointe Community Church, based in Dover, also has satellite churches in Millersburg and Canton. The Millersburg church is in the process of clearing land and constructing a new building for the future.
MOCA House, a consumer-driven program that offers support, social benefits, activities, projects and programs for anyone recovering from a mental illness, is somewhat new to the area, but is available to all residents.
Community members gathered together in Kidron on Thursday, May 5, as part of the celebration of the National Day of Prayer.
The Love Center Food Pantry celebrated its 25th anniversary in style on Monday, May 9 at Gateway Community Church in Millersburg, honoring the people who have made the local ministry such a huge success.
Mother's Day is a day we all know, a day to honor mom with presents, special attention and gratitude, but when did it all start and how do we celebrate it today?
Thursday, May 5, marks the 60th annual observance of the National Day of Prayer officially established by Congress in 1952.
The 10th annual Gospel Haven Academy Auction will provide a perfect opportunity for patrons to support the school while finding some outstanding purchases on all kinds of excellent merchandise.
The Millersburg Ministerial Association erected a new cross at Oak Hill Cemetery on Friday, April 22, in hopes that it will stand for decades as a symbol to the masses.
Local Skyview Ranch has so much to offer families and individuals in terms of ministry. The ranch has made some great changes in the past year and is eager to get the summer started.
Annual Gospel Echoes banquets scheduled for Tuesday, May 3 and 10.
Center committee encouraged to consider wide variety of shows.
Pastor Jody Jones, his wife Angel, and several other families from Christian Lighthouse in New Philadelphia are giving leadership to a new church called The Way. The church is housed in the former Calvary Chapel near Mount Eaton.
A great lesson for the youth of St. Peter's Church in Millersburg transcended into a treat for area children on April 18, when several youth from the church presented Mark and Dorothy Rohrer of the Love Center with a check.
This week for many is known as Holy Week. It is comprised of several important days, beginning with Palm Sunday and ending with Good Friday, which holds a deep meaning for many.
Since 2004, community members have been gathering for the annual Swiss Steak Dinner at Killbuck Elementary. The event features a full-course meal to fund improvements at Killbuck United Methodist Church. Not only is it for a great cause, but it offers attendees the opportunity to mingle over...
Berlin Mennonite Church will present an opportunity for visitors to learn the customs of the Jewish Passover and Seder, April 20.
Many people attend church on Easter and for some, Easter Sunday is the only time of the year they do attend. How can churches make these annual visitors feel welcome and want to return?
There's a little bit of Peter in each one of us. From his temper to his wit to the way he had trouble keeping his big mouth closed, Peter was the most human of all the disciples and the one that gives us the most hope.
Are you doing your part by attending church every Sunday? Is your service to Christ limited to that two-hour period from 10 a.m. to noon? Attending is one thing, but being a part is another.
The Love Center continues its astounding pace in the February report.
When someone decides to enter the ministry it is a big step. Knowing for certain that God is definitely calling you can make all the difference.
Ray Vander Laan will present a seminar in Walnut Creek beginning March 25 and wrapping up March 27, that will give Christians an opportunity to walk more closely with Jesus Christ through his final week on earth.
Talk about a best-seller! Did you know the King James Bible is celebrating 400 years in print in 2011? Why has this translation weathered the test of time and how is it still relevant today?
When Ariel Hanna graduated from Kentucky Christian University, little did she know that she would begin a whirlwind tour with one of the Christian music industry's biggest names.
Comedian and ventriloquist Ryan Bomgardner will present his family-oriented show April 2 at the Carlisle Village Inn at Walnut Creek. The show is a fundraiser for the Mongolia Mission Partnership.
Chad Wallace, owner of Mowing Solutions in Sugarcreek, has made it his mission to provide as much as he can to the children of Haiti.
Ash Wednesday, the official beginning of Lent, is the day when many choose to give up something in honor of the approaching Easter miracle. Today's list of things to give up may be quite different than in the past.
Scouters from across Wayne and Holmes counties gathered to honor their own during the 53rd annual Boy Scouts of America Killbuck District Volunteer Recognition Dinner Feb. 17.
A new church has formed in Millersburg, Pathway Pentecostals, and has opened its doors to all.
On May 27, 2010, a center beam in the roof of Union Hill Church near Ragersville collapsed, resulting in the congregation tearing down the old church. On March 19, the church will conduct an auction, with many pieces of hand-built furniture created from wood from the former church.
Being single doesn't mean what it used to mean, and as a result, churches are finding new ways to minister to this growing group of individuals.
International evangelists Dr. Guy and Ilke Peh of Dallas, Texas will visit Gateway Fellowship in Millersburg March 6-8.
Pastor Rob Martin, of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Big Prairie, believes that true fellowship in any church can only come through obedience to God's Word.
Longenecker Mennonite Church will present its biannual Murder Mystery Feb. 23-27. Murder, Mayhem and Marshmallow Salad will be presented, along with a potluck dinner.
