Erika Byler, a Bluffton University senior communication major from Shipshewana, Ind., found her calling this summer through the Ministry Inquiry Program. It just wasn’t the calling most participants find during the program, a collaboration between Mennonite Church USA and the Mennonite colleges.
“I wasn’t sure if I was feeling called to the ministry or just to the program, so I decided to try it out,” said Byler. “At this point in my life pastoring is not for me.”
Dr. William Angel, professor emeritus of political science from The Ohio State University at Lima, will discuss “Machiavelli and the Constitution of the United States” at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19, in Yoder Recital Hall. The event is free and open to the public.
The Bluffton Lions Way pedestrian and bicycle pathway now extends through the Parkview Development. A ribbon cutting took place on Sept. 5. For more details on the recent addition to the pathway click here. (All photos by Jamie Nygaard)
Bluffton Football Moms invite participants to join the Friday, Sept. 22, Bluffton High School homecoming parade.
The parade forms at 5 p.m. at The Centre on North Main Street. The parade starts at 5:30 p.m. and passes through Main Street to Harmon Field on East College Avenue.
"All organizations, businesses and families are invited to participate," said Tracie Bricker. "Please use the Main Street entrance of The Centre for participant drop off and float entries."
Members from The Women’s Center of Bluffton Hospital, including The Pelvic Pain Center, Pain Management, Bluffton Women’s Care and robotic surgery will also be present to answer questions.
Beyond MedSpa located inside the Bluffton Hospital, 139 Garau St., will host an open house on Tuesday, Sept. 12, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Beyond MedSpa’s Bluffton staff will be present to answer questions during the open house.
Members from The Women’s Center of Bluffton Hospital, including The Pelvic Pain Center, Pain Management, Bluffton Women’s Care and robotic surgery will also be present to answer questions.
All are invited to visit the newly established office for refreshments and to ask questions.
English Lutheran Church, 111 Grove St., Bluffton, kicks off its fall programming Sunday, Sept. 10, according to Rev. Kevin Mohr, pastor.
"Come and join the people of English Lutheran Church for the journey to a living faith as we kick off our fall programming, starting at 9 a.m.," said Rev. Mohr.
"This special service will begin a three-month adventure in following Jesus through emphasizing seven basic faith practices: pray-study-worship-invite-encourage-serve-give."
