A group of parishioners from St. Mary's Catholic Church recently returned from a mission trip to Booneville, Kentucky.
According to Sister Carol Inkrott, "Booneville is in Owsley County, which is the third poorest county in the U.S. During our trip we cleaned, painted and repaired houses for some of the residents."
St. Mary's participants were: (CLICK ON IMAGE TO ENLARGE)
Calling all artists, musicians, and anyone wanting to share in the celebration of peace... First Mennonite Church is sponsoring a Peace Weekend, Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 10-11.
On Sept. 10, Saturday morning a Peace Festival will be held in the parking lot of FMC with face-painting and other activities for children, live music, a mural to add to, informational displays, and international clothing to try on with your families for a photo, see books on display, all during the farmer's market from 9:30-12.
Members of Emmanuel United Church of Christ, Phillips Road, Bluffton, became involved in mission activities at home and away from home this summer, according to Eric Rummel, pastor.
Camp Washington
From July 5-10 30 Emmanuel United Church of Christ youth from grades five to 12 from participated in a mission trip to Camp Washington, UCC, Cincinnati.
A back to school music and movie night is planned at Trinity Lutheran School, 105 Allen Street, Jenera, on Friday, Aug. 19.
It will be held on the soccer field with popcorn, lemonade and tea provided. Music played and performed by Trinity members will begin at 7:30 p.m. and the movie "Tangled" will be shown on a large screen at dusk, around 8:30 p.m.
Please bring a chair or blanket to sit on. Everything is free and everyone is welcome. More information is at tlcjenera.org
The Bethel Church of Christ will host a Bluffton Block Party on Saturday, Aug. 13 from 5-8 p.m. at the Riley Creek Mercantile parking lot located at 246 Cherry St.
There will be live music, food and activities for the kids. The community is invited to bring lawn chairs and join us for an evening of family entertainment.
