Category: Churches Serving Their Communities

Students, Farmers Care Aid Food Pantry with $350 in Donations to Lake Ariel United Methodist Church

September 13, 2026

In a recent community-driven initiative, students from Western Wayne High School collaborated with the Wayne/Pike Farm Bureau to support local food security efforts. Through their partnership, they collected and donated approximately $350 worth of nonperishable…

St. Peter’s Blessings Fest to Host Fifth Annual Event, Raising Funds to Support Local Students Facing Food Insecurity

September 12, 2026

St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Marble Falls has been actively involved in supporting local families and children through its Blessings Ministry. In 2025, the Highland Lakes Service League joined other groups in promoting and gathering…

“Vermont Town Welcomes Afrikaner Refugees Amidst Policy Changes”

September 12, 2026

In Brattleboro, Vermont, a small town known for its welcoming spirit, a unique group of refugees has found a new home. Andre Marais and his family, along with 54 other Afrikaners, were part of a…

DuBois Church and Community Organize Benefit for Local Woman Battling Cancer for Six Years

September 12, 2026

In June 2026, Life Community Church in DuBois became a beacon of support for Jacki Simanic, a 36-year-old local woman who has courageously battled cancer for the past six years. A benefit organized by church…

Churches and Ministries in Connecticut Mobilize to Support Communities Amid SNAP Crisis with Increased Food Pantry Demand.

September 11, 2026

In the wake of the recent SNAP suspension, Connecticut residents are facing a challenging situation as they seek alternative means to secure food for their families. With no Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funds disbursed…

“Joan Mary Stockmaster’s Legacy: Remembering a Life Celebrated in Chandler, Arizona”

September 9, 2026

Joan Mary Stockmaster, a cherished member of the Chandler, Arizona community, passed away on December 10, 2022. Her life and legacy are remembered by friends and family who are invited to share memories and reflections…

Black Mountain Tailgate Market Competes for National Recognition in Farmer’s Market Celebration

September 9, 2026

The Black Mountain Tailgate Market (BMTM) is striving for national recognition in the America’s Farmer’s Market Celebration, having previously secured the first position in North Carolina and seventh in the nation in 2025. As voting…

J. Lanny Wiens, Business Leader and Community Pillar, Passes at 81

September 9, 2026

J. Lanny Wiens, a prominent figure in the mobile home industry and a beloved community member, passed away at the age of 81 on October 23, 2018. Born on January 17, 1937, in Enid, Oklahoma,…

Upper Darby Church Distributes 900 Backpacks in Community Event with Food and Clothing Support

September 9, 2026

In a heartening display of community service, Bread of Life Assembly of God Church in Upper Darby recently hosted its fifth annual Free School Backpack Giveaway/Community Fun Day at Sellers Park. The event, which took…

Mary Coleman: Beloved Educator and Community Inspiration in Norman

September 9, 2026

Mary Jane (Lowery) Coleman, born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on September 2, 1955, passed away peacefully at home on January 16, 2020, surrounded by her family. She was a cherished member of the Norman community, known…