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Getting closer to message of God

They led Him to the brow of the hill — that they might throw Him down over the cliff. ­— Luke 4:29 As we begin our study this week, a brief review is needed. We are considering the three time periods in the New Testament, and I want to clarify a little. 1 – The Old Testament economy in the New Testament began at the beginning of the NT time period. It ended (approximately) when Jesus was twelve years old. At that time, Jesus began to change the lifestyle and practice of the Jewish people. The highest law we have today is that which came from the mouth of the very Son of ...

Annual benefit at Camp Mount Luther

MIFFLINBURG — Camp Mount Luther will be holding a 5- and 10- kilometer trail run race at the camp on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. This is an entry-level trail race on Mount Luther grounds with proceeds going to the camp. The start time for the race is 9 a.m. Runners decide on race day if they want to do a 5k or 10k (a double loop of the 5k) run. Registration is $35. Registration opens at 7:30 a.m. on race day. Shower facilities are available after the race. All miles for the course will be marked, and there is one water stop on the course. There will also be a Kids Fun Run. The age ...

Philosopher was one of first to grapple with role of faith

The Conversation In an apostolic letter released on June 19, 2023, Pope Francis praised the “brilliant and inquisitive mind” of the influential French philosopher Blaise Pascal, born on that date 400 years ago. When Pascal lived, at the height of the 17th century’s scientific revolution, rapid advances were taking place in all areas of science. Pascal’s significant accomplishments included one of the first calculating machines, the world’s first public transport system and various mathematical models, among others. In fact, Pascal’s influence in the modern world extends ...

‘Animism’ recognizes how animals, places and plants have power

The Conversation A movement known as “new animism,” which seeks to secure personhood rights for nonhuman beings through legal means, is gaining a following around the globe. New animist environmental activists are not the only ones using the term. Animism itself has become fashionable. Some spirituality bloggers talk about animism as a way to deepen one’s spiritual relationship to nature. Scholars – from anthropologists to philosophers – have taken a renewed interest in the concept. Most of these people are using animism in a very general, and inaccurate, way, to mean the ...

Religion Briefs

Editor’s note: To submit a nonprofit announcement to The Sentinel’s Religion section, contact Tom Laub at (717) 248-6741 or by email at living@lewistownsentinel.com. Items also may be faxed to (717) 248-3481 or sent to The Sentinel, 352 Sixth St., Lewistown, PA 17044. Items must be received by Tuesday for publication in the Saturday edition. Submissions will be published as space allows. The editor reserves the right to edit all submissions. ••• First Bakers UMC to host Bible study LEWISTOWN — First Bakers United Methodist Church will host a Bible study every ...

127th annual Island Grove Campmeeting begins Aug. 6

By Becca Zook Publicity Chair/Island Grove Campmeeting Association MEXICO, Pa. — Sunday, Aug. 6 is the first day of the 127th annual Island Grove Campmeeting. Campers from across the country are traveling to Mexico, Pa. to spend time amongst the trees and take part in a week of services that make you feel like you’re at an old-time revival. A hymn sing, hot dog roast, Bible studies and fellowship are all on the slate for the week-long event. Services will open with an old fashioned hymn sing with the ever-popular Bunkertown Men’s Chorus joining the service. The program ...