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The Church Mouse: Choosing the disciples and you too “When morning came, he called his disciples to him and chose twelve of them, whom he also designated apostles.” – Luke 6:13 I heard parishioner tell this silly little story at the church, about when Jesus ascended back to heaven. It seems that Gabriel the head angel […]
The Church Mouse: Rich and Poor EDITOR’S NOTE: The Church Mouse is a new regular religious column on Sundays exclusive to the Meigs Independent Press. “For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, so that you through his poverty we might […]
Meigs County to observe National Day of Prayer POMEROY, Ohio – Meigs County will be observing the 70th Anniversary of the National Day of Prayer this week with several events. This year’s theme for the National Day of Prayer is, “Lord, Pour out Your Love, Life & Liberty,” with the scripture from 2 Corinthians 3:17, […]
Faith through all seasons By Steven Figel My Friends, God has blessed his creation with 4-season to nurture it. Naturally, many are drawn to this time of the year. For so much hope and promise lies embedded in spring. This is the time of the year when life literally springs from lifelessness. And how can […]
First Baptist Church of Middleport sets schedule for starting back in-person services MIDDLEPORT, Ohio – The First Baptist Church of Middleport will have their first in-person church service at the church with a Bible study next Wednesday, May 27 at 7 p.m. The following Sunday, May 31, the church will have Morning Worship Service at 10:15 […]
A Different Palm Sunday EDITOR’S NOTE: This is not a news a story. With all that is going on in our world today, what follows are few thoughts from someone that is imperfect and making that journey through faith with brokenness and heartache just like everyone else. In what seems like another life time ago, […]
Samaritan’s Purse Responding to the Pandemic An internationally known faith-based organization is responding to the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States and abroad. Samaritan’s Purse has opened an Emergency Field Hospital in Central Park adjacent to The Mount Sinai Hospital, the main facility of the Mount Sinai Health System to provide additional specialized care for […]
First Baptist Church of Middleport to hold Services Online MIDDLEPORT, Ohio – A church in Middleport is joining what is becoming the new “norm” as services are not held in the traditional church buildings due to the coronavirus (COVID-19). The First Baptist Church of Middleport will be live-streaming their Morning Worship Services on Facebook on Sundays at […]
President Issues Proclamation for March 15 to be National Day of Prayer Concerning COVID-19 MEIGS COUNTY, Ohio – With everything that has developed recently, President Donald Trump has called for a National Day of Prayer for all Americans affected by the coronavirus pandemic and for the national response efforts. On March 14, 2020 the following […]
Men’s Day of Renewal Set for March 7 MARIETTA, Ohio – For the eleventh consecutive year, the Diocese of Steubenville is sponsoring a Men’s Day of Renewal on Saturday, March 7 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Basilica of St. Mary of the Assumption, 506 Fourth St. in Marietta off of Route 7 or Exit […]
Community Lenten Services Set MEIGS COUNTY, Ohio – It is time once again for the Community Lenten Services to be held throughout the county. Lent is a time of reflection and repentance prior to Easter. During this season, Christians around the world take time to reflect on how sin causes separation from God. And, upon reflection, if a […]
Shroud Encounter coming to Racine First Baptist Church RACINE, Ohio – The Shroud of Turin is considered by believers to be the cloth that Jesus of Nazareth was wrapped in when he was laid in a tomb following crucifixion. The Shroud Encounter is an event set to be held at the Racine First Baptist Church […]
MEIGS COUNTY, Ohio — As the new school year approaches, Deidra Libby is working on a lengthy school supply list, not for herself, but for children in need overseas. Looking forward to the tax holiday, August 2-4, 2019 and utilizing back-to-school sales, Libby is collecting school supplies, along with hygiene items and fun toys, to pack in shoeboxes. Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan’s […]
Truck and Tractor Pull set for June 28 at Fairgrounds POMEROY, Ohio – Truck and Tractor Pulls are returning to the Meigs County Fairgrounds on June 28, 2019. The Truck and Tractor Pull is sponsored by the Carmel-Sutton United Methodist Church and is set to begin at 6 p.m. The gates will open at 4 […]
Notre-Dame de Paris (Our Lady of Paris), more commonly known as Notre-Dame, recently caught fire causing the roof and spire to collapse. A local family visited Notre-Dame a couple of summers ago and reflected on the experience following the fire. About Notre-Dame The structure construction began in 1163 and was completed in 1260. The medieval […]
POMEROY, Ohio – Trinity Congregational Church will be holding special services for Easter on April 21, 2019. “The Son Has Risen” service will begin at 8:30 a.m. on the Pomeroy Amphitheater. A pastry breakfast will follow the service at the church. If rained out, the service will be held at the church. The Easter service […]
RACINE, Ohio – Area churches have been preparing for Holy Week culminating in Easter services on Sunday, April 21, 2019. The Racine and East Letart United Methodist Churches are hosting a community Sunrise Service at Star Mill Park in Racine. The service is open to the public. It will begin at 7 a.m. Each church […]
Racine and East Letart UMC set community Good Friday and Easter Sunrise services RACINE, Ohio – The Racine United Methodist Church along with East Letart UMC will host two community services during Holy Week. There will be a community Good Friday service April 19, 2019 and is set to begin at 7 p.m. The service […]
Fundraiser dinner set to benefit Mulberry Community Kitchen POMEROY, Ohio – The Mulberry Community Kitchen will hold a fundraiser dinner on April 28, 2019 at the Community Center. The dinner is being held to help raise funds for the Community Kitchen. One of the reasons for the event is to raise money to off-set the […]
Upcoming annual church bus and motor coach inspections JACKSON, Ohio – Annually, Church Bus and Motor Coach/Passenger Bus inspection and registration stickersexpire on May 31st. Prior to renewal of annual registrations, an annual safety inspection must be completed by personnel of the Ohio State Highway Patrol License and Commercial Standards Section. In anticipation of the upcoming expirations, the Jackson office of […]
MVCS to host 9th Annual Extravaganza Fundraiser MIDDLEPORT, Ohio – The Mid-Valley Christian School (MVCS) is hosting the Ninth Annual Extravaganza. The event is not possible without the help from generous businesses and organizations. The Extravaganza is a family fun event that will take place on April 6, 2019. The Extravaganza includes hundreds of door prizes, […]
POMEROY, Ohio – Community Lenten Services have been going on throughout the county following Ash Wednesday. The next service is scheduled to be at Mount Hermon United Brethren Church on March 28, 2019 with services beginning at 7 p.m. The guest speaker for the service is Pastor Randy Smith of Trinity Congregational Church and Mount […]
RACINE, Ohio – An Easter party is schedule for April 13, 2019 at the New 2 U Thrift Store. The thrift store is located on Bashan Road but the party will be held at the Carmel-Sutton United Methodist Church at 31435 Pleasant View Road just outside of Racine. the New 2 U Thrift Store is […]
CANCER SURVIVOR TO SHOW HOW SUFFERING CAN MAKE YOU A SAINT AT 2019 MEN’S DAY Sooner or later every person will have to suffer. That’s the human condition. Will we be able to confront it when it’s our turn? At this year’s Men’s Conference at St. Stephen’s Church in Caldlwell on March 23 (9 a.m. to […]
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has announced that Michele Reynolds will serve as the Director of the Governor’s Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives. Reynolds is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of a faith-based, nonprofit community development organization that provides affordable housing solutions and economic development initiatives to help revitalize neighborhoods in […]