It was the best of times, it was the worst of times… Valentine’s Day at our school was a day of love and friendship, of chocolate and hugs. But as we were setting tables for our “high tea,” donning white gloves and silly hats, teachers in Florida were crouching behind their tables, trying to shield […]
Letter to Editor: Horror Story
February 22, 2018 By
Do your homework, listen to the citizens and put citizens’ well-being above your personal greed! Each new SCANA horror story screams the aforementioned message to all government bodies ever more loudly and clearly. The question is, will our elected officials hear and the message? The good news for Fairfield is the Council has had a […]
From the Pulpit: Growing in Grace
February 22, 2018 By
I spoke to a sister in Christ by phone recently, and she made a very candid admission to me. She stated that until recently she felt selfish in her faith because she knew she had been richly blessed by God and yet had not shared those blessings with others nearly as much as she should […]
Guest Editorial: Small newspapers make a big difference
February 15, 2018 By
Of the many factors that contribute to a community’s quality of life, one that’s often under-appreciated is the local newspaper. Small, weekly (or non-daily) publications are a form of public service. They bring us “good news” and recognize the efforts of hometown people who make a difference. On their pages you’re likely to find news […]
From the Pulpit: Effective Outreach
February 15, 2018 By
As Christians, we want to do our best in teaching the saving gospel message of Jesus to those who have not yet learned the truth. Because this is so, the question that needs to be answered then is, “What can we do to be most effective in reaching out to others with the truth of […]
From the Pulpit: Meditating Upon the Word of God
February 8, 2018 By
Meditating upon the word of God is a powerful tool we can use to deepen and strengthen our relationship with the Lord. God’s leader Joshua was told by God Himself just how powerful this practice can be. Joshua (1:8,9) says, “This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate […]
Guest Editorial: SC Newspapers Curbed Civil Rights
February 1, 2018 By
If 2017 is bookmarked in history it will be as the year of reassessment. During the year we’ve been urged to reassess the meaning of “sexual harassment.” We’ve been urged to reassess what is “normal” conduct for a President of the United States. And, sometimes with violence we’ve been confronted with a reassessment of those […]
From the Pulpit: With Her
February 1, 2018 By
Isn’t it amazing how it is possible to read the same story multiple times and yet miss an important detail? This was true for me when I recently reread in Genesis (3) the story of how sin entered the world. I always pictured in my mind Eve as the one who was chiefly responsible for […]
From the Pulpit: Here Comes the Snow
January 25, 2018 By
Snow it is so very pretty when it falls, but we all know the havoc that snow can cause. Where there is snow, people fall and hurt themselves, individuals have auto accidents, and then there is the shoveling! Now even though I am not a fan of snow, there is one aspect of snow that […]
Guest Editorial: Disinheriting a Crime, Inheriting its Booty
January 25, 2018 By
There are certain circumstances that follow a crime. Particularly, a federal crime. Take bank robbery. It is under 18 U. S, code #2113. The punishment is a fine or imprisonment of not more than twenty years, or both. The FBI reports that there are approximately 5000 bank robberies reported to them each year. Approximately 98% […]
