Prayer is important and powerful, and the Bible tells us to “pray without ceasing” (1 Thessalonians 5:17). Praying for our children in school is also important!
We shared 8 prayers from Crosswalk.com writer Sarah Frazer who shared these prayers that she loves to pray over her children. Sarah says that “I know that God uses my prayers to accomplish good things in their lives. These are some of the prayers I’ve prayed for my children each day. Use these prayers as a way to start. Tailor them to fit your child and each unique situation. I might not pray all of these every day, but at least a few of these quick prayers will help us stay connected and speak into our children’s lives – even as they are at school.”
Things you can pray for include children making good choices, good friendships, protection, remembering what they’ve studied, adults who speak life to children, fun and laughter, courage, and calm for anxious hearts.
WNZR spoke with Wendi Fowler and Debbie Ruggles, Kiwanis Club of Mount Vernon, to share about the upcoming Mother’s Day Celebration Brunch on Saturday, May 11th at the Glenn A. Gallagher Centre.
Wendi shared the details for the event, how to get tickets, what activities will be taking place, and more! She also spoke on how this fundraiser will benefit Kiwanis Club of Mount Vernon.
Event info:
Join us to celebrate Mother’s Day! Use the link below to purchase your tickets now. They will go fast!
All profits benefit projects of the Kiwanis Club of Mount Vernon. Sponsored by Park National Bank, Mt Vernon Ohio, the Kenyon College Office for Community Partnerships, and Kokosing Construction
MVNU President, Dr. Carson Castleman, spoke with WNZR for our monthly Presidential Update.
Dr. Castleman starts with sharing about his recent inauguration that happened on Wednesday. He also shares messages for the community, students, staff, and faculty about what God is doing at MVNU.
Dr. Castleman also gave updates and details on different projects and programs at MVNU.
Dr. Castleman wrapped up with sharing his top priorities for the rest of the semester and for the summer. He also tells us how we can pray for MVNU, for him, and for his family.
Listen to the full conversation below or by clicking HERE.
Easter is a time of remembrance for us as Christians and certainly a time of celebration as well! For our Friday Favorites today, The Morning Thing hosts shared what songs help them celebrate and remember Easter for what it is really all about!
A discussion about current construction and maintenance projects for the city.
Details on current water projects
Update on the rehabilitation and improvement project for Edgewood Road
Updates from the City Water and Sewer Departments
Update on the Columbia Gas Pipeline Replacement Project
Updates from Mount Vernon City Council
Update on City Council’s adoption of the industrial solar resolution
Recent changes with city employees, including name changes and new positions
Update on the Mount Vernon Police Department
Update on the Mount Vernon Fire Department
Highlights of April events on the City’s Calendar
Immediate goals for April
Mayor Starr will share his State of the City Address at the next Knox Network of Christian Ministries meeting – Thursday, May 9, 9:30am – 10:30am at MVNU’s Gathering Place (lower level). Please send questions to ContactKNCM@gmail.com
Plans for Easter
He also shares how we can pray for him and his team.
Today for our Friday Favorites The Morning Thing hosts share some praises from their time at WNZR! With LifeLine 2024 just around the corner, what better time than now to share how God has blessed you! What are some of your favorites praises that you have shared with our station? Let us know!
Mount Vernon Nazarene University’s theatre program will perform “Meet Me in St. Louis,” March 22-24.
WNZR’s Alyssa Sidle spoke with director Zach Sherman and four cast members: Alex Pittman, Naomi Painter, Destiny Fullerton and Mallery Thompson!
Listen to the full conversation below or by clicking HERE.
The play is based on the book by Sally Benson. It is presented by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing Inc., as adapted by Christopher Sergel.
“Meet Me in St. Louis” is a three-act play that follows the Smith family. It is 1904, and the World’s Fair is about to begin. For the five Smith children, this is the event of the century. But when their father announces that he has taken a job in New York, the family bands together to stop the move. Hilarity ensues as the children move from one disastrous plan to the next, in hope of staying in the city they love.
The cast list includes:
Mr. Smith — Alex Pittman
Lon — Nasir Cousin
Tootie — Mallery Thompson
Grandpa Prophater — Zane Menzie
Katie — Kelsey Keppel
Rose — Destiny Fullerton
Esther — Marhin Chismar
Mrs. Waughop — Ashley Farrar
Mrs. Smith — Naomi Painter
Ida — Grace Maddux
Fred — Nick Cline
Agnes — Kara Jenkins
John Shephard — Tyler Maddux
Lucille Pentard — Chloe Hall
Mr. Dodge/Conductor — Josiah Holloway
Duffy — Ashlynn Scott
“Most people are familiar with the musical adaption of Meet Me in St. Louis. However, I have always had a soft spot for this iteration of the story. It is a fun comedy with a great ensemble cast, and it has been a joy seeing the students step into their various roles. I can’t wait to share this with the Mount Vernon community,” said Director Zac Sherman (’14) and coordinator of Theatre at MVNU.
Performances are Friday, March 22 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, March 23, at 2:30 p.m.; and Sunday, March 24 at 2:30 p.m. All performances take place in The Thorne Performance Hall located inside the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Fine Arts Building at Mount Vernon Nazarene University, 800 Martinsburg Road, Mount Vernon, OH 43050.
Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for MVNU students and anyone under 18. Tickets for all performances may be purchased online at theatre.mvnu.edu or at the box office beginning one hour prior to show time. Seating opens approximately 30 minutes prior to show time. This production is suitable for all audiences.
For more information, visit theatre.mvnu.edu, email theatre@mvnu.edu, or call the MVNU Theatre coordinator at 740-397-9000 ext. 4235. Follow MVNU Theatre on Facebook and Instagram to keep up with the latest program news and events.
Emily McConville joined WNZR’s Alyssa Sidle to talk about the upcoming Responding to Addiction training.
Emily first shares about her position as the Community Relations Coordinator with the Mental Health Board. Emily then gives details for the upcoming training on March 27th at the Ramser 4 H Activity Center (700 Perimeter Drive, Mount Vernon, OH).
The comprehensive addiction training will help participants learn more about the science of addiction, the signs, the symptoms, evidence-based treatment options, medications, and engagement strategies.
Register by 3/20/24 by emailing mbody@knoxhealth.com or call 740-398-9210
Listen to the full conversation below or by clicking HERE.