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How does your favorite animal remind you of God?
Church News, Lifestyle
How does your favorite animal remind you of God?
January 25, 2023
“A giraffe can kiss the clouds because it is long, and God is long,” says Tori, age 6. Well, the Psalmist wrote that “with an outstretched arm” God’s mercy endures forever. I suppose “outstretched” qu...
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Church News, Lifestyle
RELIGION NEWS
January 25, 2023
Third Sunday in Ordinary Time In light of what I spoke about last week, namely the baptismal priesthood and what it allows us to do, this week I want to speak about the ministerial priesthood. I want ...
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RELIGION NEWS
January 18, 2023
So, what have you come here today to do? That is the question on my mind today. Or maybe we could ask it this way: Have you come here today to do anything? I mean the pronoun very intentionally. I try...
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What does Heaven look like?
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What does Heaven look like?
January 11, 2023
  “Heaven is probably so stunning that it makes your eyes all watery. I also think heaven has everything you can dream of,” says Alison, 9. Have you ever known tears of joy from hearing an operatic te...
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RELIGION NEWS
January 11, 2023
The Epiphany of the Lord – Year A Dromedaries. Magi. Sheba. Median. Ephah. Camels. These are not exactly typically things, places and experiences in twenty-first century Oklahoma. Yet they show up in ...
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What does Heaven look like?
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What does Heaven look like?
January 4, 2023
“I think heaven is at least one million times better than the best cruise in the world!” says Zachary, 9. Deep in our hearts, we know there’s a perfect place. Everyone has a sense of beauty and a long...
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What does Heaven look like?
Church News, Lifestyle
What does Heaven look like?
December 28, 2022
Part 1 of 3 “I think I would have my own room and not with my brother,” says Danielle, 7. Danielle, if you did share a room with your brother, you’ll like the resurrection version of him. “Well, heave...
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RELIGION NEWS
December 28, 2022
Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God – Year A It might come as a surprise to you that in this short and tranquil gospel which we just heard, Mary shows us how to deal with tragedy in our lives. The releva...
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LOCAL CHURCH TO CELEBRATE ANNIVERSARIES
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LOCAL CHURCH TO CELEBRATE ANNIVERSARIES
December 21, 2022
The First Presbyterian Church of Henryetta will begin a year-long celebration of the 90th anniversary of its organization and the 80th year in the in the present building on January 7. The Church, whi...
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RELIGION NEWS
November 23, 2022
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time How in the world are we supposed to celebrate the solemnity of Christ the King!? We are Americans, crying out loud! We don’t have kings. We don’t want kings. Some of us do...
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How do you entertain an angel?
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How do you entertain an angel?
November 23, 2022
“Make sure the house is clean and a pot of potatoes is in the oven,” says Alex, 6. I’m sure Idaho potato farmers will be glad to know that spuds are finally getting the respect they deserve. Alex, you...
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What is the lesson of Gideon and his 300-man army?
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What is the lesson of Gideon and his 300-man army?
November 16, 2022
“Gideon used fire because the electricity ran out. God said blow the horns and crash real big, and he would give them electricity,” says Weston, 4. I’m sure Gideon and his band of 300 would be surpris...
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RELIGION NEWS
November 16, 2022
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time To state the obvious, the readings the past couple weeks have been pretty tough. Last week, in our first reading, we had that graphic and yet heroic and inspiring account ...
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Church News
Gospel performances ahead
November 16, 2022
Tulledega Hills Gospel Music Theater announced they will host two special upcoming performances. On Saturday, Nov. 19, featured guests will be Bill Baker & Country 3:16 at 7 p.m. “I identify best with...
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Folks
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Folks
November 9, 2022
Folks, you’ve got to take it one game at a time, one hitter at a time. You’ve got to go on doing the things you’ve talked about and agreed about beforehand. You can’t get three outs at a time or five ...
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RELIGION NEWS
November 9, 2022
32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Both the Old Testament book of Maccabees and the Gospel of Luke speak about life after death: Resurrection. The seven sons put to death, their mother reminds us, have the ...
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What do you think your name will be in God’s kingdom?
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What do you think your name will be in God’s kingdom?
November 9, 2022
“I think God will give me ‘Bubba’ as a new name,” says Andrew, age 11. “‘Bubba’ means like a good friend. I think everybody will have a good name in heaven because there is no evil there.” If there’s ...
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RELIGION NEWS
November 2, 2022
31st Sunday in Ordinary Time Knowing Jesus is the best gift anybody can receive. That we have encountered him is the best thing that has ever happened in our lives. And by making him known by our deed...
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New priest welcomed at St. Michael Church
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New priest welcomed at St. Michael Church
October 26, 2022
St. Michael Catholic Church in Henryetta welcomed new priest, Father Robert Duck to the parish on July 1. Father Duck was assigned pastor of two additional churches, St. Teresa Catholic Church in Okem...
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Church News
1ST BAPTIST CHURCH
October 26, 2022
First Baptist Church (FBC) in Henryetta is seeking donations for their Thanksgiving Basket Giveaway for needy families in the community. Two other churches, Joy In Life Ministries in Henryetta and Fir...
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Man missing since March 17
Missing Man Sought
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March 31, 2023
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Sports
Search Continues for Knights
March 31, 2023
Henryetta baseball squad still seeking first 2023 winThe Henryetta Golden Knight varsity baseball team is currently searching for their first win of the 2023 season.The Knights entered this weekend’s ...
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Sports
Lady Pirates rout Porum in latest win
March 31, 2023
The Preston Lady Pirate slowpitch softball team improved to 7-1 on the season Monday evening with a dominating 15-3 win over the Porum Lady Panthers.The host Lady Pirates did all of their offensive da...
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Sports
Demons drop district twinbill with Meeker
March 31, 2023
The Beggs Golden Demon varsity baseball team dropped a pair of District 3A-5 meetings with the Meeker Bulldogs earlier this week.The Demons found themselves on the losing end of a 14-4 outcome at home...
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Dogs fall in district doubleheader with Sperry
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Dogs fall in district doubleheader with Sperry
March 31, 2023
The Okmulgee Bulldog varsity baseball team suffered a pair of setbacks to the Sperry Pirates earlier this week.The losses to Sperry came in District 3A-5 action by margins of 5-0 and 15-0, respectivel...
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