Opinion

The 'sugar dragon' is on the loose

I am a sugar addict! There I said it and now the whole world knows. They say confession is good for the soul, so we shall see.

The real issue

We knew from last week’s issue of this newspaper there would probably be someone upset with either the article or the editorial or both, and we were right.

Simple Faith

In today’s world, it is hard to trust in many things. Government institutions, politicians, and even many businesses have made themselves untrustworthy.

Lit up with love

I recently read a book called “Lit Up With Love” by Derwin Gray and it is a simple, but profound look at what sharing the Good News is all about. In the current state of the world that often feels overshadowed by uncertainty and darkness, the call to be “lit up with love” offers a transformative and enduring hope.

It's a hallelujah feeling!

It was a hot, fun, exciting and exhausting day last Saturday, August 9, at the Roundhouse. “I Am Your Neighbor” is now behind us but the memories will linger for a long time.

'Neighbor' event huge success

It was a magnificent day, full of fun and entertainment for everyone at the event, “I Am Your Neighbor” held Saturday, August 9 at the Roundhouse, 8th and Bay Streets in Beardstown. The event was sponsored by First United Methodist Church, Beardstown.

Bits & Pieces Our minds play tricks on us

We live in a time of stress and most of it is related to busyness. We simply put too much on our plate which places huge expectations on ourselves, and we just keep adding to it.

Christian freedom is different

Freedom is a great blessing. Living in the United States we have freedoms that people in other nations only dream of.