Do not worry

July 5, 2025

Webster’s Dictionary defines worry in several ways, here are two: “mental distress or agitation resulting from concern usually for something impending or anticipated” and “to assail with rough or aggressive attack or treatment.” The fact is, if we do not get control of worry in our lives, worry and anxiety will take over, and it may feel like the third definition Mr. Webster offers us: “to harass by tearing, biting, or snapping especially at the throat.” Worry can indeed “take us by the throat” if we give in to it, but I am grateful that Jesus has taught us there is ...

Local church briefs

July 5, 2025

Summer Concert Series LAMAR — Lamar Lighthouse Camp will be hosting their Summer Concert series each Sunday evening at 6 p.m. Each of the concerts is free and open to the public. A love offering is taken each week to further the ministry of both the groups performing and Lamar Lighthouse Camp. The Foresters will be entertaining on July 6 followed by Divinity Trio on July 13. For more info call 570-337-0203 or visit their Facebook page: Lamar Lighthouse Camp. Blood Drives Local churches are hosting blood drives during the month of July. Blood donors of all types are invited to ...

Majority of US adults support religious chaplains in public schools, a new AP-NORC poll shows

June 28, 2025

WASHINGTON (AP) — Few U.S. adults support allowing religious schools to become tax-funded public charter schools, but a majority favors allowing religious chaplains to provide support services for public school students, a new poll finds. The survey from The Associated Press-NORC Center ...

Local church briefs

June 28, 2025

Worship in the Park Come as you are to worship with Woolrich Community Church in Woolrich Park at Pavilion #1 on Sunday, June 29, at 9:45 a.m. Handicap parking is available by the pavilion. A pot luck lunch will be served following the morning worship service. Be sure to bring a chair or blanket to sit on for the worship service so you’re more comfortable. Bible Study LOCK HAVEN — God’s Eternal Life Church, 30 Woodward Ave., Lock Haven, is holding weekly Bible studies each Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. The topic will be Thru the Bible Word for Word. Please feel free to join. Church ...

Are you a peacemaker?

June 21, 2025

In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus taught that, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.” This means that as children of God, we should be trying to be the peacemakers in this world. But, what is a peacemaker? What qualities do peacemakers have? Communication is vital to the health of our society, and we often value those who can speak well. However, it’s probably more important to be able to listen to what others say. We often put our own position forward, but do we acceptingly listen to the positions of others? It’s also important to show dignity ...

Local church briefs

June 21, 2025

Bible Study LOCK HAVEN — God’s Eternal Life Church, 30 Woodward Ave., Lock Haven, is holding weekly Bible studies each Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. The topic will be Thru the Bible Word for Word. Please feel free to join. Church services are held on Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. All are welcome. Pastor Dean Williams can be reached at 570-748-3700. Summer Concert Series LAMAR — Lamar Lighthouse Camp will be hosting their Summer Concert series each Sunday evening at 6 p.m. Each of the concerts is free and open to the public. A love offering is taken each week to further the ministry of ...