‘Multiplication’ focused Living Truth Church celebrates 25 years
May 30, 2025
The idea of multiplication can be found throughout biblical scripture, whether it pertains to spiritual growth, familial growth, blessings, tithing or miracles such as the feeding of the 5,000 by Jesus.
‘Gospel presence’ Mark Rathel retires after 50+ years of ministry
May 29, 2025
After more than 50 years serving the Lord as a pastor and 25 years as a professor at the Baptist University of Florida, Mark Rathel is retiring to enjoy the beach life and spend time with his family.
Faith in community
May 27, 2025
For senior citizens, many are left wondering what to do next. After leading lives with robust careers, children or serving in the military, they retire and look for new ways to spend their time. That’s where the Council on Aging of West Florida comes in.
Infectious gratitude: Local resident attends missions to Guatemala
May 20, 2025
Matthew Dollhausen is a former priest of St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, but since he retired from his duties, he has been annually attending mission trips to Guatemala.
Dollhausen grew up catholic and said he always felt a connection to God. He served at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Pensacola before becoming the Episcopal Priest in charge at St. Mary’s for 14 years. He continues to keep his faith alive in many ways, and one of them is going on mission trips to Guatemala.
Racing for Jesus
May 12, 2025
Upon first glance, it may not seem like Jesus and motocross have much in common. But for one local nonprofit, they have meshed the two ideas together for one common goal.
74th National Day of Prayer
May 1, 2025
On May 1, the 74th National Day of Prayer was celebrated at Jernigan’s Landing in downtown Milton. A culmination of prayers was held in honor of the military, families, schools, and more.
Pope Francis dies, Northwest Florida Bishop responds
April 30, 2025
Easter is a time of death and renewal.
For the Catholic Church, this symbolism of Easter was especially poignant this year as Pope Francis, the Bishop of Rome, died at 88 years old Monday, April 21.
Vision of Hope: Family, fishing, and fun
April 25, 2025
The Annual Vision of Hope Fishing Rodeo is scheduled for Saturday, April 26. Their goal is to partner 50 “fishing buddies” with their participants who have developmental disabilities.
Jesus: Man of the Shroud?
April 18, 2025
As Easter approaches, discussions surrounding the historical existence of Jesus, his resurrection, and artifacts like the Shroud of Turin gain prominence. The Shroud, a linen cloth made of flax, is considered the most studied archaeological artifact of all time, yet many remain unaware of its existence. Measuring approximately 14 feet long and 3.5 feet wide, it bears the full-length image of a crucified man, showing signs of rigor mortis, with wounds consistent with biblical accounts of Jesus’ crucifixion.
Out of this world worship
April 2, 2025
On March 18, two astronauts returned to Earth after being stranded on the International Space Station for nine months. One of them utilized church service streaming to help him get through the trip.