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Benefit for Gavin LOGANTON — A benefit to help Gavin Morris and his family is being held at the Albright United Methodist Church, 47 E. Main St., Loganton, on Saturday, Feb. 24, from 4-7 p.m. Donations are being accepted for the benefit. Call Peg Thomas at 570-725-2512 for more info and to donate! Gavin is a Sugar Valley High School student who has a heart condition and is currently being treated at Children’s Hospital in Philadelphia. Bible Study McElhattan Pathway to Christ Church invites everyone to their Tuesday evening Bible Study, each Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Spaghetti ...

Indicators you are becoming more Christlike

The marks on the back of the door tell of the height growth of the children over the years. The clothing in the back of the closet the kids can no longer wear speaks of their physical growth. The escalating cost of school books as kids move into high school and then into college bear testimony to the maturation growth. They’re growing up. In my case… have grown up. But how can you tell when spiritual growth is taking place? Where are the markers? How are we to know if one’s development as a disciple of Jesus Christ has plateaued or is even regressing? There is no answer ...

Local church briefs

Hoodie Hoo Day McElhattan Pathway to Christ Church invites everyone to their Hoo Day event! Feb. 20 is National Hoodie Hoo Day. Join with others to scare away winter! Meet at the intersection of Fritz Road and McElhattan Drive (at the red light in McElhattan) at noon sharp, dressed in your finest hat and help us (along with Punxsutawney Phil) to chase those winter blues and temperatures away. A lunch will follow at the church. Join us! A Bible Study is held every Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m. All are welcome! Fish Fries BELLEFONTE — Friday Night Fish Fry at St. John’s ...

Valentine’s Day

It’s likely that if you asked someone how Valentine’s Day got its name, they would answer, because that’s the day when we give valentines to our loved ones. As so often is the case, the truth is much more beautiful, much more Christian. According to ancient Christian legend, the first notes of love were given by St. Valentine, a Roman martyr whose feast day is Feb. 14. He wrote consoling letters professing his Christ-like love while in prison awaiting death. The words of Jesus to his beloved disciples as he prepared to die come to mind, “Love one another as I have loved ...

Local church briefs

Shoe Drive MARSH CREEK — Marsh Creek Brethren in Christ Church is again gathering shoes to support The Gospel Tide’s annual shoe drive that is being held until March 6. The drive is called “Your Soles for Their Souls.” New shoes or those that have been gently worn and still in great condition are being collected in all sizes ranging from youth to adults. Sneakers, shoes and boots are needed, as long as they are new or in really good condition. Area churches and individuals are encouraged to donate and local pick-up is available by calling Bonnie at 570-962-2665. Bonnie lives ...

What is Lunar New Year and how is it celebrated?

On Feb. 10, Asian American communities around the U.S. will ring in the Year of the Dragon with community carnivals, family gatherings, parades, traditional food, fireworks and other festivities. In many Asian countries, it is a festival that is celebrated for several days. In diaspora communities, particularly in cultural enclaves, Lunar New Year is visibly and joyfully celebrated. In the Chinese zodiac, 2024 is the Year of the Dragon. Different countries across Asia celebrate the new year in many ways and may follow a different zodiac. What is the Lunar New Year? The Lunar New ...