WNZR’s Meet the Staff Monday feature is back! We are welcoming 13 NEW DJs to our airwaves this month!
Today, we introduce you to Braden Taylor. He is a Freshman Communication & Media (Digital Media) Major from Lima, OH. Click HERE to hear the full conversation.
Braden’s parents and grandparents attended MVNU. His grandfather was a professor! He got interested in radio because he heard about WNZR from MVNU Graduate and Radio Personality Obadiah Haybin, who was his Dad’s roommate in college.
Braden is part of the MVNU Theater Club and will be in the spring musical, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. He also helps tutor students through the Hola Program.
He shares his favorite food and WNZR Artists and talks about memories he has made here at MVNU.
Braden talks about how God has been working in his life. His favorite bible story is the story of Joseph. He likes the lesson of that story – that God knows better than us!
You can hear Braden Taylor on WNZR on Thursdays at 3pm and 10pm.
On the Morning Thing Friday, Marcy and Shawn had a list of small gestures that are surprisingly romantic. Let’s face it. Not everyone likes Valentine’s Day, especially the commercialism that surrounds the day. Instead of doing a “big thing” on Valentine’s Day, try doing “little things” all the time to show your love. Here are some of the suggestions from Imom.com: • You hold hands in a crowd. • Thank each other for the little things. • He gasses up your car and you make him lunch. • You put away the phone when you talk. • You do something you said you were going to do. Just remember no little thing should be overlooked despite how “minor” you think it may be and simply say “Thank you.”
Even the smallest thing could be “the mustard seed” in your relationship with each other. “He told them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed, which a man took and planted in his field. 32 Though it is the smallest of all seeds, yet when it grows, it is the largest of garden plants and becomes a tree, so that the birds come and perch in its branches.” The Parables of the Mustard Seed and the Yeast Matthew 13:31-32 (NIV)
Click HERE for the complete article written by Abby Watts on Imom.com
It’s Valentine’s Day! The Morning Thing hosts celebrate with Friday Favorites. Today, the hosts share their favorite romantic moments with their sweethearts.
On the Morning Thing Thursday, Marcy and Eric continued our discussion of alternative ways of being romantic. These are a little different and “think outside the box.” • Obvious: Buy flowers. You typically can’t go wrong with red roses, but you should pick your partner’s favorite color if its available. • Go on a long walk or a long drive. • Write them a heartfelt letter • Take them to do their favorite activity. It could be dancing, it could be karaoke, maybe skydiving (just kidding). • Make them a playlist. This is the 21st century version of a mix tape (remember those?) Click HERE for 100 Ways to be Romantic from Romantic Retreats. It Is an English site, but it does have some good ideas.
We also had some great ideas for fun valentine’s day activities for the kids. • Love Jar: When you or the kids see an act of kindness or God’s love demonstrated, write it down and put it in a jar. At the end of the month, pull out the notes and talk about the memories over pizza. • Written Notes for the Overlooked: Have the kids make valentines for special people in your life. Make sure to include those who may be overlooked like a widow or widower who are celebrating their first valentine’s day without their spouse. • Show love to others: Play a simple game like love bingo. Write a characteristic of love into each block. Then explain the way God loves us and expects to treat them with dignity. The author of this comment went on to say that they bought a pizza and drink for a homeless person, and their daughter write, “God loves you!” on the box.
Also, don’t forget about the love of God and the fact he loves you unconditionally, “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16 (NIV) Click HERE for Practical Activities to Do with Kids for Valentines Day from Focus on the Family.com
We all know that most couples go to their favorite restaurant, the movies, or some type of show to celebrate their love for each other. That does not mean you can’t do something different and think outside the box. On the Morning Thing this week, we gave you quite a few Valentine’s Day date ideas including: • Go back to the place where you met. • Play hooky and spend the day together without the kids. • Channel your inner Picasso and work on a painting project together. • Be “tourists in love” and stay at a hotel in your town. • Pull out your wedding videos or photos and talk about the memories. Then play your song and enjoy a slow dance.
Don’t forget, “May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had,” Romans 15:5 (NIV)
Click HERE for the complete list of Valentine’s Day date ideas from imom.com
WNZR’s Meet the Staff Monday feature is back! We are welcoming 13 NEW DJs to our airwaves this month!
Today, we introduce you to EJ Temple. He is a Junior transfer student majoring in Communication & Media (Digital Media). He is from Mt. Gilead, OH. Click HERE to hear the full conversation.
EJ talks about his path to MVNU and the WNZR Team. He loves being part of the sportscasting team with WNZR.TV and hopes to try announcing in the future.
EJ shares some of his favorites including music, foods and what he loves to do on the weekends. His favorite person is his Grandma, Mary Brown.
EJ talks about how God has been working in his life. His favorite waying is “Never Give Up”!
You can hear EJ Temple on WNZR on Mondays 7pm – 9pm.
WNZR’s Meet the Staff Monday feature is back! We are welcoming 13 NEW DJs to our airwaves this month!
Today, we introduce you to Wyatt Ary. He is a Sophomore Communication & Media (Digital Media) Major from Howard, OH. Click HERE to hear the conversation.
Wyatt got interested in radio when he was young. Both his Dad and Grandpa worked in radio! He got started with our WNZR Video Team and enjoys calling volleyball games.
Wyatt is very active here at MVNU. He is on the Bowling Team and plays Esports. He talks about how the Bowling Team just took 2nd place in the Crossroads League Championship!
He shares some of his favorite foods and artists and memories he has made here at MVNU.
Wyatt talks about how God has been working in his life. His favorite verse is Jeramiah 29:11
You can hear Wyatt Ary on WNZR on Tuesdays at 1pm and Thursdays at 10am.
Despite influenza running rampant, we are not talking about feeling better physically. Mentally. We all have bad days. Even the best of us has feelings of low mood, stress, etc. The Bible teaches us that even David experienced trauma and battled depression: “I am bowed down and brought very low; all day long I go about mourning. My back is filled with searing pain; there is no health in my body. I am feeble and utterly crushed; I groan in anguish of heart.” Psalm 38:6-8 (NIV)
On the Morning Thing Friday, Marcy gave some advice for ways to feel better instantly including: • If you are overthinking, you should write in a journal. • If you are anxious, you should take 10 deep breaths. • If you are feeling lost, you should write down your goals.
You are NEVER alone. Always remember the last line in the poem “Footprints”: The Lord replied, “My child, I would never leave you. During your times of trial, when you see only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you.”
Click HERE For more tips on feeling better quickly.
Sometimes you need to be an adult and cook even when you may not want to do so. Marcy discussed some emergency meals from AllRecipes.com on the Morning Thing Thursday.
She shared:
Broiled Tilapia Parmesan Prep Time:
5 mins Cook Time:
10 mins Total Time:
15 mins Ingredients • ½ cup Parmesan cheese • ¼ cup butter, softened • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice • ¼ teaspoon dried basil • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper • ⅛ teaspoon onion powder • ⅛ teaspoon celery salt • 2 pounds tilapia fillets Directions
Set an oven rack about 4 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven’s broiler. Line a broiler pan with aluminum foil.
Mix Parmesan cheese, butter, mayonnaise, lemon juice, basil, pepper, onion powder, and celery salt together in a bowl until well combined.
Arrange tilapia fillets in a single layer on the prepared pan.
Broil in the preheated oven for 4 minutes, flipping halfway through. Remove from the oven and spread Parmesan mixture over fillets. Return to the oven and broil until topping is browned and fish flakes easily with a fork, about 2 more minutes; be careful not to overcook.
4-Ingredient Hamburger Casserole Prep Time:
10 mins Cook Time:
35 mins Total Time: 45 mins Ingredients • 8 ounces pasta • 1 pound ground beef • salt, freshly ground black pepper, and garlic powder, to taste • 10 ounces tomato soup, canned or homemade • 8 to 10 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese, divided Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in pasta and return to a boil. Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain pasta, reserving about 2 tablespoons pasta water.
Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Drain and discard grease.
Place ground beef in a large round casserole dish. Add pasta on top; sprinkle with half the cheese. Pour tomato soup on top; add reserved pasta water and stir everything together well. Cover with foil.
Bake in the preheated oven, covered, for 15 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle remaining cheese on top. Bake, uncovered, 10 minutes more.
Turn on the oven’s broiler and set a rack 6 inches from the heat source. Broil casserole until cheese is browned, about 2 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve. Cook’s Note This is a very adaptable recipe. Add as much cheese as you want and experiment with the timing. My husband had two huge helpings and said it was one of the best ground beef casseroles ever. Enjoy!
3 Ingredient Pasta
Ingredients Your choice of Pasta Your Choice of Cream Cheese Your Choice of Pasta Sauce Parmesan Cheese (optional)
Directions The recipe is as easy as recipes get. All you do is boil your pasta, then heat the pasta sauce and cream cheese together on the stove until warmed through so that the cream cheese has melted to create a creamy sauce. Then combine the sauce and pasta, and top with optional Parmesan cheese.
2 Ingredient Dollar Store Dinner
Ingredients 1 Package of Idahoan Four Cheese Mashed Potatoes 1 can of your choice of beef stew
Directions
Boil 2 cups of water to add to the instant potatoes, stir it up (for even more flavor I also like to add in some butter, salt, and pepper), and place it at the bottom of your serving bowl. Want to make it even easier? I just microwave the water until it’s steaming hot, about 2 minutes, and then mix the potato flakes in.
Transfer the stew to a microwave-safe bowl and microwave it in 30-second blasts until heated through. Serve the stew on top of the mashed potatoes.
Click HERE for 20 Emergency Dinner Ideas from AllRecipe.com
We all have little vices in life. However, it’s the little things in life that could be extremely bad for you. On the Morning Thing Wednesday, Marcy talked about the habits that are slowly killing you including: • Getting too much or not enough sleep • Lack of social activities • Overworking • Holding onto grudges The Bible talks about leaving your bad habits behind in Ephesians: “22 You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; 23 to be made new in the attitude of your minds; 24 and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness.” Ephesians 4:22-24 (NIV) Click HERE for more information, on breaking bad habits from News in Health.
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