Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. For the many who have studied archeological findings from the biblical time period, the Shroud of Turin and the Dead Sea Scrolls are familiar names. Now, Dr….
Category: Faith & Family
How to eat an elephant
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist Moving can be overwhelming. Moving after newly getting married, combining and weeding out two independent households to form a new household, can be even more so. In…
Locally-produced movie now available for streaming
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. “Repair the Breach,” a movie about God’s ability to restore us and our families, had a one-night showing at the Valdosta Stadium Cinemas on Monday, April 27….
Depending on God’s grace to care for aging parents
Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist Remember the energy it took to raise your children? How often did you find yourself on your knees, asking God for strength to make it through another…
Two National Day of Prayer events happen on May 7
• This month’s Monticello Community Prayer Breakfast will be hosted by Rotary Club at the First Presbyterian Church (290 E. Dogwood St.) on Thursday, May 7, from 7 to 8 a.m. The…
Giddy-ups for the race of life
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist “…let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith.” Hebrews 12:1b,2 The race marked…
When current events weigh on you…pray
Sheryl. H Boldt Guest Columnist In these volatile times, I find myself wondering how to manage my fear, anger and sadness over the America my children and grandchildren will inherit. With wars…
Come and see
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist Phillip, who had become a follower of Jesus, runs to Nathanael with the exciting news that they have found the one Moses wrote about, the Messiah. Philip…
Don’t let procrastination steal your year
Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist We’re well into the second quarter of this year. Are you on track to meet your work and home goals by the end of 2026? Or have…
Childhood reflections with a touch of grace: How’s your grass looking?
Mickey Starling Columnist A common experience amongst us humans is the finding of the grass to be greener on the other side of the fence. This seems to be especially true today,…
Department of Education clarifies religious policies in schools
Ady Hammock ECB Publishing, Inc. The Florida Department of Education’s (FDOE) Commissioner of Education, Anastasios Kamoutsas, sent out a letter on Tuesday, March 17, to parents of students regarding religion and prayer…
Macedonia Church offers daily community prayer time
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Macedonia Church has announced that it will be opening its doors daily from 6 to 8 p.m. for prayer time, in accordance with 2nd Chronicles 7:14. This…
It’s not about me
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist I recently came across a story which made me take a new look at my Christian commitment. Clarence Jordan was the founder of the Koinonia Community in…
Special program to honor Dorothy Mae Hightower Plummer
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. On Sunday, May 24, St. Phillip A.M.E. Church will be hosting “A Living Legacy of Faith & Service,” a special program to honor Dorothy Mae Hightower Plummer…
Youth Celebration is April 19
Story Submitted Rev. Diana L. Duhart and the congregation of New Bethel A.M.E. Church invite the community to a Youth Celebration. The special service will take place on Sunday, April 19, at…
Philadelphia A.M.E. has Friends & Family day on April 19
Eddie Gallon, Jr. Contributor Rev. Addie Holt and the Philadelphia A.M.E. Church family extend an invitation to attend our Annual Family and Friends Day. We are excited and grateful to have as…
Do you ever wonder if God gets tired of your constant mess-ups?
Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist Maybe you’re feeling so discouraged after a recent slide back into sinful behavior that you’ve stopped reading your Bible and praying. Because of this, you’re feeling more…
A butterfly named Thomas
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist We are in the week after Easter. The good news is that Christ is alive. The bad news is how little impact that event is having in…
Forgiveness crushes Tim Allen’s cynicism towards Christianity
Mickey Starling Columnist Comedian Tim Allen, known for his roles in Home Improvement and the “Santa Claus” movies, hasn’t always had a lot to laugh about. At 11 years old, Allen lost…
Learning As I Go: It’s Not a Game
Christy Bass Adams Guest Columnist I watched a precious friend worship Jesus yesterday. Her life hasn’t always been easy. Each week, no matter what troubles are present in her life, her hands…