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Hymn History Jesus, Thou Joy of Loving Hearts

Hymn History Jesus, Thou Joy of Loving Hearts Jesus, Thou Joy of loving hearts, Thou Fount of life, Thou Light of men, From the best bliss that earth imparts, We turn unfilled to Thee again. Thy truth unchanged hath ever stood; Thou savest those that on Thee call; To them that seek Thee Thou art good, To them that find Thee all in all. We taste Thee, O Thou living Bread, And long to feast upon...

Every home has a division of labor

SUMMARY: When couples commit, there's a collision of competence. Mike Dewey examines this phenomenon by way of "The Graduate," with bird baths and flowers, beef stroganoff and broken things made whole again. There's a scene in "The Graduate" that I used to think was kind of snarky. Arrogant. Intended to ordinary folks feel, well, ordinary. But now, I'm not so sure. Dustin Hoffman's...
The Next Chapter Begins for Nicole Donant

The Next Chapter Begins for Nicole Donant

Summary: Life hasn’t always been easy for Nicole Donant of Bolivar, who was born at 25 weeks and weighed in at 1 pound, 11 ounces, yet she has already accomplished more than most. As a 2011 graduate of Tuscarawas Valley High School, she’s now ready to embark on the next chapter of her life. A career as a Speech Therapist is the next goal for Nicole Donant, the daughter of Steve and Linda...

No vacation for blood needs-remember to give during summer months

SUMMARY— A decline in blood donations is typical during the summer months, but the need for blood never goes on vacation. It’s important for everyone to remember the American Red Cross during the summer time. STORY— Every year it happens. The calendar turns to May and poof…it’s summer. While summer can be a glorious time, it can also be a deadly time especially since blood donations...

Fantastic forethought for first time fathers

SUMMARY--Becoming a father happens naturally without any owner’s manual or pre-test, but sometimes seeking the wisdom of others can help new dads come out on top. STORY— Anytime a man hears the words, “you’re going to be a father”, many emotions come into play. A prospective parent may feel everything from joy to anxiety and excitement to fear, your future suddenly becomes hope-filled and...

Hymn History- God of Grace and God of Glory

Hymn History God of Grace and God of Glory God of grace and God of glory, On Thy people pour Thy power. Crown Thine ancient church’s story, Bring her bud to glorious flower. Grant us wisdom, grant us courage, For the facing of this hour, For the facing of this hour. Lo! the hosts of evil ’round us, Scorn Thy Christ, assail His ways. From the fears that long have bound us, Free our hearts to...

FROMONLINE | 2011-06-19

Ever hear of the straw that broke the camel’s back? There’s a lot of truth in that. Sometimes, when you’ve had enough and the stress and aggravation have reached fever pitch, there is just one small thing that pushes you over the edge. Sometimes it is, quite literally, a straw – or lack of one. As those of you who know me well know, I have a strange addiction to the fast-food drive-thru. I...
Patterson beams at the talent Yoder has on the horizon

Patterson beams at the talent Yoder has on the horizon

Speaking about the future of the varsity track and field program at West Holmes High School near the end of the 2011 campaign, first-year head coach Rich Patterson could hardly hide his excitement, especially when talking about the Lady Knights.And why not?He was speaking from inside Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium on the campus of The Ohio State University where he had helped guide a quartet of...
Borderline java

Borderline java

I am a coffee snob. It’s taken years for me to admit it, but now that I’ve made this public declaration of my love of bean juice, I feel that I can productively live my life, and not hide my prideful java snobbery in private. However, technology has brought out another prideful kind of snobbery: I am against those little one-cup machines and their pods of coffee.In reality, I don’t drink...
A moment of silence, a moment forever.

A moment of silence, a moment forever.

Every year during Memorial Day celebrations around the nation, Americans take a moment of silence to honor the men and women of the nation’s armed forces, who have fought valiantly in the name of freedom  over the decades, preserving the Democratic way of life and freedom.Some of these brave heroes have long passed away, many of them having died in combat in the name of their country and God...