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Church News, April 25, 2019

Upcoming events include some rummage sales, a recital, a fish fry and a reunion of the old Sidney Grace Brethren Church.
Rummage Sale At God’s Highway To Heaven
Nazarene Church Announces Easter Events
Church News, April 18, 2019

Holy Week services are planned at many area churches; other upcoming events include a country breakfast, a Nelson's chicken fundraiser and a concert.
Northern Ireland Woman Brings Others Together Through Music

When you spend time with Marie Lacey you are introduced to someone who just loves life.
The Church Can Be As Disjointed As Our Culture

One thing I know we need for sure is a “A United Church For A Divided World.”
Church News, April 4, 2019

Upcoming events include several meals, some Lenten events and fun Easter activities, and a men's breakfast.
Church News, March 28, 2019

Several concerts, an Easter egg hunt and a men's breakfast are among upcoming events.
Innocent Lives Are Ruined By Lying Tongues

In this era of the 24-hour news cycle and social media, people are not just implicated of something, they are indicted before all the evidence is in.
St. Anne’s Episcopal Church Has New Rector

The Rev. Ryan Fischer has accepted the call to be the new rector at St. Anne’s Episcopal Church in Warsaw.
Church News, March 21, 2019

Upcoming events include a free pancake breakfast, a swiss steak supper and Lenten services.
Grace Announces March Chapel Speakers

WINONA LAKE – Grace College is welcoming several speakers to campus, including Dr. Freddy Cardoza, Lonnie Anderson and Ray Chang.
Church News, March 14, 2019

Upcoming events include free community meals, a concert and a rummage/bake sale.
Camp Mack Kicks Off $1.1M Fundraising Campaign

Modernizing facilities, growing the number of campers and more fully using facilities year-round are all part of the “Planting The Future” capital campaign launched by the administration and the Camp Mack board at the annual dinner Friday night.
Symphony Of The Skies Reminds Us God Is In Control

Dr. Don DeYoung, recently retired professor from Grace College and president of the Creation Research Society, has a passion for sharing God through science.
Church News, March 7, 2019

Upcoming events include a gospel concert and several meal fundraisers.
Grace Point Preschool Open House March 12

NAPPANEE – Grace Point Preschool is having open house/registration from 4 to 6 p.m. March 12 at Grace Point Church.
Church News, Feb. 21, 2019

Several food-related events are taking place:
Kessler’s Faith In Action Defines His Legacy

Grace College's Coach K is more than statistics and accomplishments as he “retires.”
Shelter Has Full House Most Nights During Winter Months

While there was an uptick in the number of people seeking help at Fellowship Missions, 1520 Winona Ave., Warsaw, during the extreme cold in the last week of January, a spokesperson said the homeless shelter has been operating at or near capacity all winter long.
God Judges Abortion, But He Also Has Mercy

My more and I were in the living room watching the news when there was a report about abortion. “How can anyone kill a child?” she lamented as tears rolled down her cheeks.
Church News, Feb. 7, 2019

Revival meetings and whole hog sausage sales continue, and a baked steak dinner is Friday.
Church News, Jan. 31, 2019

Upcoming events include a baked steak dinner, revival meetings, a whole hog sausage sale and a FASCAR rally for kids.
Church News, Jan. 24, 2019

A soup cook-off, some concerts, a valentine dinner/dance and a visit from an African bishop are among upcoming activities.
Church News, Jan. 10, 2019

Upcoming events include a couple of free community meals and some breakfast fundraisers.
Church News, Jan. 3, 2019

New Hope is having a breakfast fundraiser, and Beaver Dam UMC announces service times.
Beaver Dam Worship Services Combined Sunday

Beaver Dam United Methodist Church, Akron, will have combined worship services on Sunday.
Beaver Dam UMC Christmas, New Year’s Services Announced

Beaver Dam United Methodist Church, Akron, will have combined services in a Christmas Sunday/Fourth Sunday of Advent worship service this weekend.
Christmas Is Hollow Without Jesus

I’m sure the shepherds wondered why their celestial visitors came to them, lowly agricultural workers. They were instructed to go to Bethlehem and see this child who had been born.
Church News, Dec. 20

Several candlelight services are planned on Christmas Eve.
Wilkey Honored By Agape International University

Joe Wilkey, founder of locally based World Compassion Network, was awarded an honorary Doctor of Ministry degree from Agape International University in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
Church News, Dec. 13, 2018

Upcoming events include some concerts, a community meal and holiday services.
The World Doesn’t Need Fake Religious Folks

I wonder if there are times when people look at followers of Jesus (I’m including myself) and see us being synthetic.
Church News, Dec. 6, 2018

Several concerts and a message on God's life-changing love are planned.
As Bad As Things Seem In The World, Trust That God Knows The Future

One reporter was talking about the issues of our day and saying that this is one of the darkest moments in our history. I almost laughed out loud.
Church News, Nov. 29, 2018

Several concerts are planned in upcoming weeks.
Church News, Nov. 21, 2018

Upcoming events include a concert, a service of lessons and carols, and hanging of the greens.
Don’t Give Up – Jesus Can Reach The Darkest Soul

It seems at times when we pray the sky is built of brass and our prayers bounce off of its surface, not getting to heaven.
Palestine Bible Church Welcomes New Pastor

Stephen “Steve” Gerber is the new pastor of Palestine Bible Church.
Church News, Nov. 15, 2018

A southern gospel concert, an acoustic jam and Thanksgiving services are among upcoming events.
Veterans Deserve Our Thanks

This Sunday, Nov. 11, is Veterans Day. Please take a moment of silence to remember the sacrifice that has been given for liberty since the Armistice on Nov. 11, 1918.
Church News, Nov. 8, 2018

Upcoming events include two gospel sings, a baked steak dinner and a service honoring veterans.
Goodwin New Lead Pastor At Christ’s Covenant

Marc Goodwin will be installed as the new lead pastor of Christ’s Covenant Church on Sunday.
Church News, Nov. 1, 2018

A turkey shoot, an auction, a holiday bazaar and several meals are coming up.
Church News, Oct. 25, 2018

Trunk-n-treat, a block party, some concerts, several food fundraisers and a study on the book of Revelation are among upcoming events.
Church News, Oct. 18, 2018

Upcoming events include a Trunk or Treat, a concert with multiple Christian artists, revival meetings and the sale of St. Anne's cheeseballs.
Faithful Servants Deserve Our Thanks

For those of us who attend a church, we sometimes take the pastor for granted.
Church News, Oct. 11, 2018

Upcoming events include several concerts, a community meal and a chili cook-off.
World Missionary Press Open House, Dinner Oct. 20

NEW PARIS — World Missionary Press Inc. will have an open house in celebration of 57 years of producing New Testaments, Scripture booklets and other religious materials.
I Gave Up On God. He Didn’t Give Up On Me

In 1994 a good friend of mine was totally mistreated by a congregation, which for me was the final straw. I quit going to church.
Sign Of Life From Christian Life Apostolic Church

The ministerial staff of Christian Life Apostolic Church invites everyone to exhange their old life for a new one and experience “the peace and liberty that God can give.”
Classic Car Cruise-In Has $100 Prize

A classic car cruise-in is part of the Fall Park and Play event Oct. 12 at Leesburg Grace Church. Community members will cast their votes for best in show, with a cash prize of $100 going to the top vote getter.
Church News, Oct. 4, 2018

Upcoming events include a men's breakfast, a ham and beans supper, and a Holy spirit service.
Kavanaugh-Ford Conflict Illustrates Stench Of Sin In America

Two were thrown in the dust of the American stage on Sept. 27. People gathered with stones in their hands, ready to support their side and destroy the other.
Church News, Sept. 27, 2018

Upcoming events include Blessings of the Pets services, a community prophecy conference, concerts and a food drive.
Banner Of Life Carried Nearly Half A Century

Mary Louise Lowe has been fighting for life and the rights of the unborn for just under 45 years, when a Right to Life group was formed in Kosciusko County.
Public Celebration Planned For WLGBC’s 75th Anniversary

A homecoming celebration, tour of the campus and an ice cream social are part of the Sept. 30 event.
Church News, Sept. 20, 2018

Upcoming events include several concerts, an all-you-can-eat country breakfast and other food fundraisers, and revival meetings.
Church News, Sept. 13, 2018

A free community meal, some garage/yard sales and deadline to sign up for the Answers in Genesis conference are among this week's items.
SYM Financial, Zimmer Biomet Recognized As Hunger IMPACT Sponsors For Feed My Starving Children Warsaw MobilePack

The Feed My Starving Children Warsaw MobilePack recognized Zimmer Biomet and SYM Financial for their contributions to the Warsaw MobilePack.
Church News, Sept. 6, 2018

Upcoming events include a free community movie and some meal fundraisers.
Churches Need Higher Standard In Age Of Sexual Abuse

Children have been abused and targeted by priests, pastors and leaders. High-profile men in houses of worship have used their power to be sexually inappropriate with women. They are without excuse; their sin puts children and women in horrible situations.
Overcomers Addiction Group Begins Sept. 5

ATWOOD — New Beginnings Church in Atwood will begin its fall Overcomers Outreach at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday.
Church News, Aug. 30, 2018

Upcoming events include a community hog roast, a beef and noodles dinner, and some bluegrass and southern gospel concerts.
Local Church Still Innovating After 116 Years

Warsaw Wesleyan Church has adopted a new name for itself — Pathway Church.
Church News, Aug. 16, 2018

Upcoming events include a church supper and auction, an all-you-can-eat pasta bar, a lakeside concert, and the monthly meeting of Men Following Christ.
Relief Efforts After Tornado Show God In The Midst Of Life's Storms

The last column I wrote appeared in the Times-Union on July 19 — the same day an EF3 tornado went through the center of my hometown, Marshalltown, Iowa, causing massive destruction.
Church News, Aug. 9, 2018

Upcoming events include some concerts, a revival/homecoming and an ice cream social.
Angel Share Seeks Helpers, Early Sign-ups

Planning is underway for the 2018 Angel Share program.

Angel Share, hosted by Warsaw Church of God, allows children ages 3 to 17 to select a Christmas gift for a parent, grandparent, teacher or other adult in their lives for $5 per gift. Children also make a Christmas card for their gift recipients.
Church News, Aug. 2, 2018

A lakeside service, revival meetings and a gospel sing are planned this weekend.
Vacation Bible School: Walnut Creek Church

Walnut Creek Church invites children to discover the "God of Wonders" at VBS beginning Monday.
Church News, July 25, 2018

Upcoming events include two all-you-can-eat breakfasts, the monthly Men Following Christ meeting and a lakeside service.
Vacation Bible School, July 19, 2018

Four area churches have announced their VBS schedules:
Church News, July 19, 2018

Upcoming events include some concerts, a car cruise-in and dine, and a service to benefit the Atwood community.
Lessons Learned In A Small Church Build Foundation For Life

I tell people that I had a “drug problem” when I was growing up — my parents drug me to church every time the doors were open.
Vacation Bible School, July 12, 2018

Adults can join in the fun at some upcoming VBS programs.
Church News, July 12, 2018

Upcoming events include lakeside services with concerts and a special meeting with an evangelist.
Obedience Is Part Of Faith

While driving through town there is a sign that catches my attention. In the middle of a red heart on a white background are the words “Obey Jesus.”
Healing School Session Begins Wednesday

NORTH MANCHESTER — Victory Christian Fellowship will have a new Healing School session, “Jesus the Healer,” beginning Wednesday.
Church News, June 28, 2018

A gospel concert, a church's annual garage sale and an all-you-can-eat country breakfast are among upcoming events.
Vacation Bible School, June 28, 2018

Leesburg UMC and Community Bible Church are planning programs in July.
Failures Don’t Have To Define You

A person may be down but they are never out of God’s grace and mercy.
Vacation Bible School, June 21, 2018

Themes of upcoming Bible schools include "Rolling River Rampage," "Shipwrecked; Rescued By Jesus" and "TimeLab."
Church News, June 21, 2018

Upcoming events include a visit from the Machine Gun Preacher and the monthly meeting of Men Following Christ.
Church News, June 14, 2018

Some concerts, a tenderloin supper fundraiser and two free meals are among upcoming events.
Vacation Bible School, June 7, 2018

Two VBS's are planned next week.
Church News, June 7, 2018

The Rescue performing at a lakeside service, and a men's breakfast is Saturday.
Vacation Bible School, May 31, 2018

VBS offers Bible lessons, food, crafts, music and games.
Church News, May 31, 2018

Lakeside services have begun at some area churches; a freedom video series begins Wednesday.
Vietnam Vets The Best The U.S. Has To Offer

My life changed on April 29, 1975. I was a senior in high school at Marshalltown, Iowa, and we anxiously listened to the news coming from Vietnam.
Vietnam Vets The Best The U.S. Has To Offer

My life changed on April 29, 1975. I was a senior in high school at Marshalltown, Iowa, and we anxiously listened to the news coming from Vietnam.
Vacation Bible Schools, May 24, 2018

"Rolling River Rampage" and "Super Heroes" are upcoming themes.
Church News, May 24, 2018

Upcoming events include food fundraisers, a rummage sale and boat-in worship services.
Sixth Brethren World Assembly Set For August At WLGBC

Registrations are being accepted for the Sixth Brethren World Assembly, planned Aug. 9-12 in Winona Lake.
Church News, May 17, 2018

Upcoming events include revival meetings, a rummage sale, several food fundraisers and a summer program for kids in area parks.
Church News, May 10, 2018

Upcoming events include several food fundraisers, a free community meal and a Saturday night sing.
Prayer United Warsaw Against The Klan

News spread around Warsaw in April 1999 that the Ku Klux Klan was going to have a rally at the Kosciusko County Courthouse on Saturday, May 8. A few leaders gathered to discuss how the city should respond.
Church News, May 3, 2018

Upcoming events include "Real Beauty Real Girls" sessions and the Christian Motorcyclists Association Run for the Son.
Church News, April 26, 2018

Upcoming events include several food-related fundraisers, a concert by the Dixie Melody Boys and a youth revival.
Church News, April 19, 2018

Upcoming events include several rummage sales and food fundraisers, as well as revival meetings and a guest speaker from Voice of the Martyrs.
Women Unite Under Banner Of?Love To Serve Others

The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary began 50 years ago.
Church News, April 5, 2018

Fish fries and a haystack dinner are among upcoming events.
What's So Good About Good Friday?

I always thought that “Good Friday” was an interesting concept. How could anything be good about a day over 2,000 years ago when an innocent man was crucified on a cross?
Church News, March 29, 2018

Good Friday services and Easter sunrise services are planned at several area churches this weekend. Other events include a bake sale, a free family movie night and Port-A-Pit fundraisers.
Meal, Upper Room Service Thursday In North Manchester

Congregational Christian Church will explore the acts of love offered by Jesus at the Passover meal and beyond in a Maundy Thursday service.
Church News, March 22, 2018

Upcoming events include a free movie and pizza night, an all-you-can-eat breakfast and special services for Holy Week.
Church News, March 15, 2018

Upcoming events include an auction and other fundraisers, a free community meal and a community Easter egg hunt.
Church News, March 8, 2018

Upcoming events include a rally for traditional marriage, a swiss steak supper, some breakfast fundraisers and a revival.
Church News, March 1, 2018

News this week includes a couple of benefit dinners and youth involved with the "Souper Bowl of Caring."
Church News, Feb. 23, 2018

Upcoming events include some concerts, an all-you-can-eat breakfast, a clothing giveaway and the Stations of the Cross.
Grace Teams Traveling For Spring Break

Grace College’s traveling worship team, Coram Deo, along with the Lancer Chorus and Guitar Ensemble, is hitting the road for spring break.
Church News, Feb. 15, 2018

Upcoming events include a free community meal, a clothing giveaway and a spaghetti dinner fundraiser.
Inaugural ‘Night To Shine’ Held Friday