Henryetta First United Methodist plans celebration Henryetta’s First United Methodist Church will be celebrating 122 years of existence this weekend, with a slate full of activities planned. Pastor Da...

“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...

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 ...

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...

  “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...

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 ...

“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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

“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...

“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...

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 ...

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...

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 ...

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 ...

“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 ...

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...

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...