Archive By Section - Religion
Ellinwood K of C to hold fish fry
ELLINWOOD - Ellinwood Knights of Columbus are having a fish fry from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 15, at St. Joseph Parish Center, 110 W. 2nd St. Proceeds go to area charities; the suggested donation is $8 for people 11 years of age and old, and $3 for children under 10.
Hymns to be sung in German and English
GALATIA - Pastor Adam Wutka invites every to a German and English Hymn-sing and fellowship from 2-4 p.m. this Sunday, Feb. 10, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Galatia. "Bring a friend, and if you like, bring a favorite hymn (and the music if you have it). Come and share in some musical thanksgiving!"
Garage sale will benefit Tempe accident victims
First Christian Church, 5230 Broadway Ave. in Great Bend, will be holding a benefit garage sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 16, to benefit the families of Cody Clark and Michael Tysver, two young men who were injured in Tempe, Ariz. Cody's dad Todd Clark is a member of the congregation at First Christian. The church is accepting good clean furniture and household items from now until Wednesday, Feb. 13. People ...
Local churches host Lenten Luncheons
The Barton County Association of Churches announces the schedule for 2013 Lenten Luncheons. The purpose of these weekly ecumenical gatherings is to provide an opportunity to gather for personal reflection and spiritual growth during the Lenten season, and to experience fellowship with one another.
Monterrey Dinner raises funds for Haiti
Fat Tuesday is early this year and so it is time for the annual Monterrey Dinner at Great Bend's First Congregational United Church of Christ, 3400 21st St., from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 12. Tickets are $8 and $3.50 for children age 6 and younger; 3 and under free. Tickets are for sale at the door or in advance from church members, and take-out is available. An accessible door is located on the Polk Street entrance of the church.
Searching for love
CLAY CENTER - I coached myself saying, "If I make this basket then she loves me." After the ball slammed against the rim and bounced to the asphalt I said, "OK, the best out of 10." Just like when I was a teenager, every one of us is in search for love. Experts say more than 2 billion minutes a month are logged online by people searching for love. Additionally, many of the top songs ...
Trinity Lutheran announces Ash Wednesday and mid-week Lenten services
Editor's Note: The following article was submitted by Trinity Lutheran Church, 2701 24th St., Great Bend.
Buehler Mennonite cross flap inspires 'religious freedom' bill in Legislature
A sign on public land celebrating the city of Buhler's Mennonite heritage had been up for many years, gathering dust and rust, when the city took it down, refurbished it and tried to put it back up last year. When it reappeared, the city was threatened with a lawsuit. The sign was adorned with a shock of wheat, common in Kansas - but the specter of legal action stemmed from its other symbol: a Christian ...
Mark and Krista Ball to speak at Great Bend Aglow Feb. 9
Local couple Mark and Krista Ball will be the speakers at the next Great Bend Aglow, set for Saturday, Feb. 9, at Perkins Family Restaurant, 2920 10th St. Sign-in and social time begin at 9 a.m., with the meeting at 9:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Church briefs
Claflin UMC pancake supper CLAFLIN - The Claflin United Methodist Church will hold its 52nd annual Groundhog & Pancake Supper from 4:30-7 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 2, at the church, located at Third and Hamilton St. Delivery for shut-ins can be arranged by calling 620-587-3505 or 620-587-3435. Freewill donations will be accepted. Proceeds will go toward the mission work of the church. Monterrey Dinner planned First Congregational United Church of Christ, 3400 21st St. in ...
Women minister at Hearts Aflame conference
The Rev. Sandy Kennedy from Great Bend, along with Anita De Tello of Pawnee Rock and Roxana Cardonne from McPherson are the featured speakers at this year's Hearts Aflame Women's Conference.
Evangelist coming to Cornerstone Fellowship
Todd Bailey, an evangelist from Fort Collins, Colo., will minister at Cornerstone Fellowship Church, 1609 24th St., Great Bend at 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26, and on Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m.
First Baptist Church offers King program
The First Baptist Church at 1109 Heizer St. in Great Bend will present a program at 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 27, to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday.
America allowing politics to trump God, religion
When the last election results became final, I began mourning for this nation. It is no longer the America that I grew up in back in the '40s, '50s and early '60s. We have abandoned God. No, we have driven Him out of our nation and its culture.
Conference offered in English and Spanish
Surrendered Family Ministries will host the 7th Annual Hearts Aflame Women's Conference on Saturday, Feb. 2, in the Heritage Room of the Highland Hotel, 3017 West 10th St. It will start at 9 a.m. and end around 4 p.m., with a lunch break being taken. Hearts Aflame in Spanish will be that evening at 7 p.m., with doors opening at 6 p.m. All women and young ladies are invited to come and take part, said ...
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Edmonds signs Civility Pledge
CONCORDIA - Rep. John Edmonds, R-Great Bend, has signed the Civility Pledge, a spokesman for the Concordia Year of Peace committee announced.
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