LEWISTOWN — Julia Demi and Kenneth Swartzell are this year’s winners of the Knights of Columbus St. John Council 1338 “Keep Christ in Christmas” poster contest. There were 35 entries from grades three through five in both Sacred Heart School and CCD classes. The winning posters are on ...
LEWISTOWN — Lewistown-area volunteers are celebrating the collection of gift-filled shoeboxes that will send a message to children around the world: God loves you, and you’re not forgotten. Thousands of volunteers contributed to Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan’s Purse by packing shoeboxes filled with fun toys, school supplies, and hygiene items. The global Christmas project will deliver these gifts to children in need. Although drop-off locations have closed, there is still time to share hope and love with children overseas by ...
Matthew 1:18-25 With explosions, earthquakes and shooting stars, that’s how many expected to see the Messiah descending out of heaven. No one would miss his coming! The whole world would have to bow down in wonder before him. But God’s purpose wasn’t to wow us into submission before the awesome power of the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. His purpose was to save us. It was to restore a relationship with Him. God’s plan was to give us unmistakable proof of His love for us. And so, God chose to become like us so we could see what love looks like. Amazing. The King of Kings and ...
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MIFFLINBURG — The staff at Camp Mount Luther knows this time of year is a busy one. They know you need to take a breath and remember what the season is all about. What better way than to join friends and spend time outdoors, enjoying creation. Executive Director Chad Hershberger will lead an Advent Holy Hike from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 18 on the grounds at Camp Mount Luther. The hike will be about one mile in length and will feature scripture readings, singing, and reflection. The hike will start and end at the Evergreen Center. There will be hot chocolate, coffee, and tea ...
By Eric Vanden Eykel Ferrum College The Conversation Christmas Nativity scenes around the world feature a familiar cast of characters: Jesus, Mary, Joseph, an angel or two, some barnyard animals, shepherds and, of course, the three wise men led by a star. Within the New Testament, the story of the wise men is found only in the Gospel of Matthew. It spans 12 short verses, and is simpler than most readers likely remember. The wise men arrive in Jerusalem from an unnamed location “in the East,” led by a star and in search of a new king. They make their way to Bethlehem, where ...
