Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist Have you served the United States through military service? Have you stood side by side with your fellow service members, either in combat, support, administrative or leadership…
Category: Faith & Family
Forget or remember?
Ted Okolichany Guest Columnist Webster’s dictionary defines memory as “the power or act of remembering.” For some of us, remembering is more difficult than for others. Like when I walk to the…
Angel Studios unveils their newest film, “Drummer Boy”
Autumn Raulerson ECB Publishing, Inc. Angel Studios, a unique crowd-funded media company and film distributor, is set to debut its newest film, “Drummer Boy,” in theaters across the country on Nov. 5….
When temptation feels impossible to resist
Sheryl Boldt Guest Columnist How often has a 9.5-out-of-10 recurring temptation defeated you? Each time you give in, the struggle becomes harder. Shame grows as you realize these battles often result from…
Lessons for every silly goose
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist The sight of geese flying overhead in a perfect V-formation is one of nature’s most elegant displays of teamwork and aerodynamic efficiency. This distinctive flight pattern isn’t…
New faith-based movie hits theaters
Rick Patrick ECB Publishing, Inc. The latest film from the Kendrick Brothers has hit theaters. The film, “Flywheel: Ignition of the Soul,” is actually a retelling of a story that launched the…
Doug Baber shares upbeat message at prayer breakfast
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Oct. 1 gathering of the Monticello Community Prayer Breakfast was hosted by Elizabeth Baptist Church. The pastor, Dr. Glenn Canup, welcomed a full crowd and blessed…
Do you dread another candle on your birthday cake?
Sheryl Boldt Guest Columnist “Happy birthday, Sheryl!” Christina from Coastal Edge Salon said as I sat in the styling chair, quietly praying for a miracle. “I need a younger look, Christina. Someone thought…
A political comeback
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist A general election is held on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November of every even-numbered year. That means Tuesday, Nov. 3, is our general…
St. John’s Baptist to host Fall Festival & Trunk-or-Treat on Oct. 25
Story Submitted St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church will be hosting their annual Fall Festival and Trunk-or-Treat on Sunday, Oct. 25, from 5 to 7 p.m. Everything will be free, and everyone is…
A way to manage thoughts when living with depression
Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist I was one busy and exhausted mama. Three children under four, with another on the way, consumed my days and zapped my energy. Worse, the depression I’d…
Take the ball!
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist It’s been interesting these last weeks to watch and listen to both the Florida and Florida State games with individuals who are avid Seminole or Gator fans….
Elizabeth Baptist Church to celebrate 195th Homecoming on Oct. 18
Story Submitted Pastor Glenn Canup and the congregation of Elizabeth Baptist Church wish to invite all to participate in their 195th Homecoming celebration on Sunday, Oct. 18. The church is located at…
Child of God, person of worth
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist “How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!” (1 John…
Church League softball continues
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. As the 2026 Church League Softball teams approach midseason, there is plenty of action left to be enjoyed by everyone at the Madison Recreation Complex, located at…
Rev. Gloria A. Cox selected to represent Women in Ministry
Story Submitted The Reverend Gloria A. Cox of Monticello was selected as a featured preacher representing Women in Ministry at the African Methodist Episcopal Church’s 11th Episcopal District Annual Conference, held August…
Wacissa Christian to host fall festival Oct. 10
Stefanie L. Prevatt ECB Publishing, Inc. From newborn to 90, all ages are welcome to attend the Wacissa Christian Church annual fall festival on Oct. 10 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m….
Pastor Appreciation Day coming soon
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. Sunday, Oct. 11, is Pastor Appreciation Day, which is part of a month-long recognition of the pastors who lead our churches. There are many ways to demonstrate…
“Real Men Love Jesus” meeting features speaker JCFR Chief Derrick Burrus
Autumn Raulerson ECB Publishing, Inc. “Real Men,” a Monticello community-based religious group focused on guiding and supporting men on their path of faith, recently featured Jefferson County Fire Rescue (JCFR) Chief Derrick…
Walk in His grace during ‘Gathered in Grace: A Community Prayer Walk for Women’
Autumn Raulerson ECB Publishing, Inc. “Gathered in Grace: A Community Prayer Walk for Women” is a community event hosted by Taylor Todd Gargan, a Monticello resident whose family has lived and worked…