FAITH JOURNEYS

When Jesus came to Fairmont by Zoom

  • By DD Meighen | Retired UMC minister

Luke 24:30-32: When he was at the table with them, he took bread, blessed and broke it, and gave it to them. Then their eyes were opened, and they recognized him; and he vanished from their sight. They said to each other, ‘Were not our hearts burning within us while he was talking to us on t… Read more

LOCAL PERSPECTIVES

Grateful for our SOLE grant

  • By Randy Farley | Marion County School Superintendent

The Marion County School System continues to focus on safety and learning as we move forward during this time of COVID-19 Recovery. Balancing these two heavy responsibilities directs our decisions, our resources and our daily operations. Read more

FAITH JOURNEYS

Am I one of God’s elect?

  • By Marvin Stalnaker Katy Baptist Church

“Wherefore the rather, brethren, give diligence to make your calling and election sure.” 2 Peter 1:10 Read more

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MANNINGTON COLUMN

Don't forget to search for the hidden Mannington Bucks

  • By Judy Carson | For The Times West Virginian

Good Morning Mannington! I know that spring has arrived. The dandelions are in bloom. Yes, they are not liked by very many folks but they do brighten up the area. Some forsythia bushes are really pretty but the magnolia trees that are just about the burst into bloom will probably be frozen i… Read more

Salvation that is sure
FAITH JOURNEYS

Salvation that is sure

  • By Marvin Stalnaker | Katy Baptist Church

“All that the Father giveth Me shall come to Me; and him that cometh to Me I will in no wise cast out.” John 6:37 Read more

They do what they do
LOCAL PERSPECTIVES

They do what they do

  • By Frank Jarman | Marion County Family Resource Network

When my sister was alive, I would go to visit her, and her family, and they would — what seemed like repeatedly — have a new pet. Read more

Share God's love
FAITH JOURNEYS

Share God's love

  • By Brad Bennett | Pastor Central and Trinity United Methodist Churches

One year ago! That’s when it all shut down, the reality of the pandemic slammed into our lives like a major snowstorm. But it didn’t let up, it didn’t melt away in a few days. In fact it lasted through the rest of spring, and summer and fall and winter and continues much longer than any of u… Read more

LOCAL PERSPECTIVES

Recovery is underway

  • By Randy Farley | Marion County School Superintendent

During this phase of school recovery, our responsibility is to offer students holistic supports. Read more

Who is Jesus Christ in you?
FAITH JOURNEYS

Who is Jesus Christ in you?

  • By Rev. Dr. Michael C. Richards | Boothsville, Eldora and James Memorial United Methodist Churches

Now when Jesus came into the district of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, “Who do people say that the Son of Man is?” And they said, “Some say John the Baptist, others say Elijah, and others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” Read more

MANNINGTON COLUMN

There's still time to get your city budget request in

  • By Judy Carson | For The Times West Virginian

Good morning Mannington! The sun is shining and the weather folks say it will for the next few days. At least this is the month that spring begins. Time will change soon also. The long weeks of cold and bad weather and then all of the rain, sunshine is good to see. Easter will be here very s… Read more

WHITE HALL COLUMN

White Hall Town Council prepares to repair Matthew Drive

  • By Claudia Holbert | For The Times West Virginian

This past year has been like no other. COVID, wearing masks for safety, sanitizing, staying home, not working, crazy weather, and our children back to school. We aren’t back to normal, but at least we can hope for things to get even better. Read more

To know faith is to embrace reality
FAITH JOURNEYS

To know faith is to embrace reality

  • Rev. Dr. Michael C. Richards | Boothsville, Eldora and Janes Memorial United Methodist Churches

It is likely not hyperbole to suggest that when the COVID pandemic is over, life will be markedly different for many of us. Read more

LOCAL PERSPECTIVES

Everyone needs a Rita

  • By Frank Jarman | Marion County Family Resource

Some people may know that my sister, Rita Fincham, passed away two years ago. Read more

FAITH JOURNEYS

Treasures in heaven

  • Pastor Stephanie Bennett | Barrackville and Monumental United Methodist Churches

For those in the Christian traditions that observe Ash Wednesday, we experienced another start of the Lenten season in very cold weather. With low temperatures and the snow flying, we might be tempted to forget that spring is right around the corner and, in six weeks, we will celebrate once … Read more

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