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Shootings expose divisions on gun issue in faith communities

After a gunman killed 19 children and two teachers at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, on May 24, several pastors around the country challenged their conservative counterparts with this question: Are you pro-life if you are pro-gun? One of those faith leaders is the Rev. Steven Marsh, senior pastor of Geneva Presbyterian Church in Laguna Woods, California. That’s where a gunman, who officials say was fueled by hate against Taiwan, opened fire on May 15 at a luncheon organized by members of the Irvine Taiwanese Presbyterian Church, killing one and injuring five ...

Finding Faith: The Micah Mandate

As we look at many of the things going on in our world today — inflation, cost of gas, food and prescriptions, health care, shortages and supply chains, wars, pandemics and diseases, and even strained relationships, struggling families and frequently — we see a lack of respect for life and ...

Local Church Briefs

VBS at Booneville Campground LOGANTON — Various churches from the Sugar Valley area will hold their Vacation Bible School, “Monumental-Celebrating God’s Greatness,” from Sunday, June 26 through Thursday, June 30 at the Booneville Campground. The times are 6-8:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 26 and 6:30-8:30 p.m. for the remaining four days. All ages are welcome to attend and join in on the fun as we celebrate God’s greatness. For more information, contact Grace at 570-725-3926 or Megan at 570-725-3013. Walk by Faith LOCK HAVEN — The next Walk By Faith scheduled walk is on ...

Finding Faith: What is the Holy Spirit?

We celebrate this weekend the Solemnity of Pentecost. Christianity recalls the wondrous event that took place shortly after Jesus ascended into heaven when the Holy Spirit descended in the form of tongues of flame upon the disciples as they prayed in the upper room. When I was a young man, I asked an old priest what the Holy Spirit is. He told me that it’s a mystery. His answer to me, although correct, was unsatisfying. I always thought that when someone said something was a mystery, what they were really saying was that they didn’t know the answer. Since then, I have learnt that ...

Walk By Faith to be held June 1 to November 2

LOCK HAVEN — The “Walk by Faith” walking program has announced its walking schedule for 2022 beginning on Wednesday, June 1 and continuing every Wednesday at 6 p.m. through Nov. 2 (weather permitting). The walks are in six different locations (all off road and away from traffic) and take approximately an hour or less. You can walk at your own pace, get lots of fresh air and fellowship with one another while enjoying the beauty of God’s creation. You do not need to register — just show up on the scheduled dates and bring a friend! If you have any questions, please call ...

Local Church Briefs

No Bible Study FLEMINGTON — Flemington First Church of Christ will not hold Bible Study this Sunday, May 29 due to the Memorial Day weekend. Prayer Shawl Ministry MILL HALL — The Prayer Shawl Ministry will meet on Wednesday, June 1 at noon with a complimentary lunch. All skill levels are welcome to join. If you would like to learn to knit or crochet, there are people available to teach you. Yarn is being funded by the Clinton County Community Foundation. The group meets at the Bald Eagle United Presbyterian Church, 111 Main St., Mill Hall. All denominations are welcome to come ...