Category: Faith & Family

Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. When I was growing up, Madison’s hospital was located across the street from the present location of Madison County Community Bank. This small hospital wasn’t famous for…

Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist There are times in our lives when we have opportunities to reach out and touch people in special ways. October is one of those months which gives…

Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist How would your life be different if you understood that God loved you, despite your imperfections and feelings of unworthiness? If you truly understood – better yet,…

Mickey Starling ECB Publishing, Inc. Join Charlotte’s Hope Ministries for a writing workshop on Saturday, Oct. 3, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at The Bridge, located at 1135 E U.S. Hwy….

Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist Perhaps you’re not a Christian yet, but you’re not sure why. You’ve heard convincing reasons to trust Christ as your Savior, but for some reason you can’t…

Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist National Daughters Day 2026 will be celebrated this Friday, Sept. 25, honoring daughters and the special bond they share with their families. On this special day, families…

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. Pastor Tony Bowdry and the congregation of Memorial Missionary Baptist Church invite the community to celebrate with them 123 years of faith, fellowship and service. A special…

Rev. John Hicks Guest Columnist Jesus told us that in this world we will have trouble, but to take heart, for He has overcome the world (John 16:33). We all need a…

Sheryl H. Boldt Guest Columnist Do you cringe when you see photos of yourself? Perhaps you hide from the camera because you’re worried your physical flaws will be frozen in the snapshot…

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…

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…

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….

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…

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…

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….

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…