Faith

Growing up, my family had a black and white console television that only got two channels. I remember the TV being on from early morning until late at night when the test pattern screen came on as the network went off the air. It was Mom who used the TV for background noise to...

Vacation Bible School will be held at Nimrod Lutheran Church in Nimrod August 6-10 from 6-8:30 p.m. For more information, call 218-639-9801 or 218-837-5565.

Members of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bertha will hold their parish festival and dinner Aug. 12, according to a press release sent to the Pioneer Journal. Turkey, ham, homemade au gratin potatoes, salads, buns, homemade pie and beverages are on the menu from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30...

First Congregational United Church of Christ in Wadena will not hold regular worship at the church July 29. Instead, worship will take place 11 a.m. at Pilgrim Point. For more information, call 218-639-7386.

Apparently some preachers have taken offense that popular science has dubbed the Higgs boson the "God particle." For the scientifically challenged, the Higgs boson is an elemental particle that has eluded researchers for years, although they have theorized for a long time that it...

The Wadena Area Christian Women club is putting on an "Enjoy the Ride" Luncheon, according to a press release sent to the Pioneer Journal. The group will meet at Immanuel Lutheran Church at 11:30 a.m. June 12. Speaking at the event will be Eloise Deihl of Moorhead, Minn., who will...

The Ambassadors Music Ministry Team for the Association Free Lutheran Bible School in Minneapolis will present an inspirational concert at Wadena's Zion Free Lutheran Church June 10 at 7 p.m., a press release sent to the Pioneer Journal said. The team features Christian music, ranging...

"Does the Bible only define marriage one way?" That's a question that was recently asked of me. It gave me an opportunity to study and reflect on a very contemporary and important topic. I was glad that their question basically asked, "What does the Bible say about marriage?" It...

The corporal works of mercy: 1) Feed the hungry 2) Give drink to the thirsty 3) Clothe the naked 4) Shelter the homeless 5) Comfort the imprisoned 6) Visit the sick 7) Bury the dead The spiritual works of mercy: 1) Admonish sinners 2) Instruct the uniformed 3) Counsel...

My good natured husband has no problem striking up conversation with folks around town. Probably because he knows most and he is related to half. While chatting, he often gets a twinkle in his eye as he gives a little gentle ribbing. I admire Dan's gift for small talk and quick...

When I was pregnant with my daughter 14 years ago, the best advice I received was from my coworker. She said "Don't start something with your kid that you don't want to continue." Apparently, she would put her first born into the laundry basket and would carry him down the stairs....