Story Submitted Christ Episcopal Church is pleased to welcome and celebrate the ministry of Mother Eva Bolton, whose life journey, dedication to education and commitment to serving others have shaped her calling…
Category: Faith & Family
Is there hope for our divided nation?
Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist Immediately following 9/11, I cringed every time I heard a plane fly overhead. Like so many others, I prayed for our nation’s survival. That frightful event’s only…
Remembering September 11
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist There are some events in our lifetime that have a lasting impact on us. Jan. 28 is my birthday, but on Jan. 28, 1986, the Challenger exploded….
A perspective on labor for Labor Day
Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist Bert and I were saddened to learn that our friend Wallace had only weeks to live due to advanced leukemia. Six months later, although he never went…
‘Riding along in God’s caboose’
Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The Monticello Community Prayer Breakfast began its 2026-27 season on Sept. 3. First Methodist Church of Monticello hosted the gathering, with a blessing by the pastor, Jonathan…
Donna’s decision
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist Twelve years ago last month, my cousin passed from cancer. Found among her possessions was this copy of a testimony she shared which I share with you….
Childhood reflections with a touch of grace: Bringing out your best
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. As a youngster, I quickly developed a love for practically all sports. I played Bitty Basketball in the third grade and eventually graduated to Little League baseball,…
St. John’s women’s ministry plans November conference
Kalyn Scarboro Contributor The St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church’s (SJMBC) H.E.N.S.’s Women’s Ministry invites you to join us for our fall Women’s Conference, Even If, on Saturday, Nov. 7, with guest speaker…
Committing our dreams to the God who loves us
Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist Do you wonder if you’ll ever experience the success you hope for? Do you find it difficult not to be jealous when God seems to bless others…
Ready to dig ditches
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist Throughout the Scriptures we find stories that contain life lessons and inspiration for us as Christ followers. 2 Kings chapter 3 is one such story that can…
New season of community prayer breakfasts begin Sept. 3
Story Submitted A new season of Monticello Community Prayer Breakfasts are soon to begin, following the annual summer break. Now entering its 32nd year, the breakfasts are a non-denominational, free gathering for…
Scriptures and Snacks Bible Study to begin Sept. 6
Story Submitted St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church will begin its second year of Scriptures and Snacks on Sunday evening, Sept. 6, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to bring their favorite…
No one is an island
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist The peak of hurricane season is Sept. 10, but most activity happens between mid- August and mid-October; which means hurricane season is upon us. I share this,…
Helping your child handle annoying classmates
Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist The school year has begun. You prayed for your child, for their teachers and for a great year. Academics matter – but so does helping your child…
Charlotte’s Hope announces fall women’s conference
Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. Join Charlotte’s Hope Ministries for A Woman’s Journey to God’s Love and Promises With the Women of the Bible, scheduled for Friday, Oct. 9 and Saturday, Oct….
ACA Warriors receive dedication from Central Baptist
Autumn Raulerson ECB Publishing, Inc. On Sunday, Aug. 9 at Central Baptist Church in Monticello, the Aucilla Christian Academy (ACA) Warriors were prayed over by the congregation. The event was held to…
God will never quit on us
Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist My daughter Wendy stood in her wedding gown before the full-length mirror. She and her bridesmaids chatted excitedly as they prepared for the very important day. I…
The 10 Commandments to be commanded in the classroom?
Autumn Raulerson ECB Publishing, Inc. Residents in Florida have been made aware of a possible change to educational law that could affect every student state-wide. Although the bill has yet to make…
Give me eyes to see
Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist According to those whose job it is to know such things, it takes about three weeks to become blind to the presence of stationary objects in our…
Forgiving reckless and willful sins against us
Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist What does a big, cold, ugly block of cement symbolize to you? How about a big, cold, ugly case of . . . unforgiveness? The longer our…