Jesus declared He is God

From the Pastor’s PenRead Mark 14:53-65 One of the most Googled questions this year is if Jesus is really God. People want to understand who Jesus is, which is good and not something to fear. This shows a desire to learn the truth.I’ve studied this not out of doubt but to give clear answers.

Senses aid in discernment of truth

The Beginning of KnowledgeWhat a wonderful world we live in. The beauty of nature along with the fascinating plant and animal life all blend perfectly to enlighten the senses of mankind.

Take heat precautions for pets

As summer temperatures climb, a Kansas State University veterinarian urges pet owners to take precautions against seasonal hazards to keep their pets safe and healthy.

Fraternal societies in genealogy research

Genealogy CornerIn the 1800’s and 1900’s fraternal benefit societies were very popular in the United States because this was a way that the working class could afford financial protection. This is evident by the number of grave markers that have fraternal symbols on them.

Grief, spiritual pain difficult to deal with

After nearly twenty years of parish ministry, I entered the world of health care, which, I learned, abounds in acronyms. My first clue was in chaplaincy training, known as “CPE” (Clinical Pastoral Education), the required education for most hospital and hospice chaplains.

Brown patch needs to be treated

Brown Patch on Tall FescueAs summer weather sets, we are experiencing warmer nights and more humidity. These conditions extend the amount of time grass blades stay wet making the lawn more susceptible to the disease, brown patch.

4-H style review finalists announced

25 Years Ago July 20 - 26, 2000Finalists for the senior style revue champion included Kayla Eckhardt, Kala Harrington and Renae Downs. The intermediate line-up included Vanessa Hart, Jacey Westervelt, Jessica Figgins and Christine Hildebrandt.

County fairs have interesting histories

As I read local papers and watch ads and news reports on local TV, it is quite evident that our southeast corner of Kansas, like so many other areas, are knee deep in the annual county fair season.

Years Ago

Extracted from Newspapers at the Genealogy Library25 Years Ago July 13 - 19, 2000Randy Burns was elected to serve as president of the Cherokee USD247 Board of Education and Mary Rauniker was chosen to serve as vice president.

God supplies every essential need

The Beginning of KnowledgeThere are certain things in life that humans just cannot go without. Necessities like food, water, and, of course, oxygen. These items are considered essential because they are required for life and wellbeing.