Category: Inspirational

Today is the National Day of Encouragement. How will you celebrate?

NATIONAL DAY OF ENCOURAGEMENT
(from www.nationaldaycalendar.com)

September 12th recognizes the National Day of Encouragement each year. This day is dedicated to uplifting people around us and making a positive impact.

Offering encouragement to someone is free. It never costs us anything to say a few words to inspire a student, coworker, or friend. Even a reassuring word to a stranger may make a difference in their lives.

Encouragement lifts up someone when they are down. It also motivates a person who has their eye on a goal. When we’ve failed, the right words remind us to keep trying. A little dedication to finding the right message may create a spark that changes a loved one’s perspective.

Sometimes, the act of noticing a job well-done improves someone’s day. Developing a habit of recognizing emerging talents motivates us to speak up and offer a kind word or helpful tip. It’s a practice worth having, to improve relationships at work, home, and in the world around us. There really is no simpler way.

HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalDayOfEncouragement

  • Make deliberate acts of encouragement.
  • Provide reassurance and inspiration to the people around you.
  • High five someone for a job well done.
  • Take notice when a friend is getting close to a hard-earned goal, encouraging them to keep going.
  • Send a card or give a call or text to a family member who may be struggling. Remind them how important they are to you.
  • Use #NationalDayofEncouragement to share on social media.

The Morning Thing shared 52 practical and thoughtful ways to encourage others from www.anextraordinaryday.net

Click HERE and try one of these ideas today!

We also shared encouraging bible verses to strengthen your faith.
Click HERE to find scripture to encourage you today.

NATIONAL DAY OF ENCOURAGEMENT HISTORY

The Encouragement Foundation at Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas, launched an effort to get Americans to participate in this Day of Encouragement. Mayor Belinda LaForce of Searcy, Arkansas made the first proclamation for Day of Encouragement on August 22, 2007. The following month, Arkansas Governor Mike Beebe, signed a proclamation making September 12, 2007, the “State Day of Encouragement” for Arkansas.

Later, President George W. Bush also signed a message making September 12th the official National Day of Encouragement.

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The Knox County Chamber of Commerce celebrates a new location

These are exciting days for the Knox County Chamber of Commerce.
Monday, 9/9/19 celebrated the official grand opening and ribbon cutting for the Chamber’s new location inside the C A & C Depot in Mount Vernon.

WNZR’s Wesley Boston talked with Carol Grubaugh, Chamber Executive Director. Carol shared what prompted their move and highlights from the ribbon cutting ceremony. She also shared how local businesses and organizations can become Chamber members.

Click HERE to hear their conversation.

Stay connected with the Knox County Chamber of Commerce at http://www.knoxchamber.com/

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Parenting is hard! The Morning Thing is here to help.

Tuesday’s show focused on parenting.

Allprodad.com has 6 things parents need to know when children need discipline. Click HERE to be inspired by author, Derek Maul.

We also shared tips on how to prepare your child for the real world. Click HERE for some really insightful tips from author, Andrew Linder.

Our big takeaway from today – daily prayer is crucial for your parent journey. Andrew Linder gave this advice:

Encourage your kids to pray daily.

If children can learn while they are still at home to rely upon God’s help to get them through whatever they face, they are miles ahead for their future. Nothing you do as a parent carries as much life-long weight as helping your children learn how to genuinely walk with God for themselves.

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The Morning Thing Friday Favorites – we celebrate Lazy Moms Day!

For The Morning Thing Friday Favorites today, we celebrate Lazy Mom’s Day.

Moms, we appreciate your commitment to your families, careers, community outreach and everything that fills your very busy calendar.

Today is a day dedicated to helping you find time to rest and relax. YES! You have a free ticket to kick up your feet and BE LAZY!!!

Lexie Merritt and Marcy Rinehart shared their favorite ways to relax. Listen in and find an idea to try TODAY!

lexie merritt

Click HERE to hear how Lexie uses tea and snacks to relax!

Marcy in studio

Click HERE to hear how Marcy LOVES naps!

We love you MOM!

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Main Street Mount Vernon prepares for September First Friday

Bring your family to downtown Mount Vernon tonight for September First Friday. This month we honor our first responders.

WNZR’s Wesley Boston talked with Carrie Hyman, Executive Director of Main Street Mount Vernon.

She highlighted the event schedule, parking and road closures for tonight’s event.

Click HERE to hear their conversation.

Click HERE to stay up to date on all events hosted by Main Street Mount Vernon.

Click HERE for a complete list of activities for tonight’s event. Plus, you can see the description of the fabulous prize basket that WNZR is giving away tonight at September First Friday!

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September Presidential Update with Dr. Henry Spaulding

MVNU’s President, Dr. Henry Spaulding spent some time talking with The Morning Thing. His Presidential Update included news on enrollment, highlights of this month’s calendar, updates on construction projects and encouragement for students, faculty and staff.

Click HERE to hear the conversation.

Click HERE to stay updated on the MVNU Calendar.

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United Way Campaign Kickoff Week

Yesterday we talked with Executive director of the United Way of Knox County, Kelly Brenneman, about the United Way’s campaign kickoff week. To hear our full conversation with Kelly click HERE.

Kelly shared all about the United Way of Knox county and gives us the inside scoop to the campaign kickoff. Kelly also shares how to get involved and stay up to date with the calendar. Click HERE for more info.

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The Morning Thing Friday Favorites celebrate the start of school

This week, Mount Vernon Nazarene University welcomed students back to 800 Martinsburg Road. Classes will begin on Monday, 9/2.

For The Morning Thing Friday Favorites – Marcy Rinehart and Hunter Sutyak share their favorite things about the start of school.

Click HERE to hear what they are looking forward to as MVNU’s fall semester begins.

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WNZR celebrates NEW Student Move-In Day at Mount Vernon Nazarene University!

Today, 8/29/19 is an exciting day at Mount Vernon Nazarene University.
It is NEW Student Move-In Day!

The Morning Thing kicked off the celebration today and shared conversations with some of our Move-In Day Team Leaders.

TracyWaal

WNZR’s Hunter Sutyak talked with Tracy Waal, MVNU’s Vice President for Student Life. Tracy shared highlights of Move-In Day and the entire Welcome Weekend. He also shared how we can pray for the student body and his team as the school year begins.
Click HERE to hear their conversation.

RobertStanley

WNZR’s Todd McKinley talked with Rob Stanley, MVNU’s Director of Admissions. Rob shared how exciting Move-In Day is for his team in the Admissions Office. He shared how his team will be helping students throughout the transition process and shared prayer requests for our campus.
Click HERE to hear their conversation.

jake booher

WNZR’s Zach Randolph talked with Jake Booher, Resident Director of Oakwood Hall. Jake will lead about 150 new male students through their first year of college. He talked about his team, his responsibilities  and his prayers for this school year.
Click HERE to hear their conversation.

LobdellStephanie

WNZR’s Nay Nay Parker talked with our new campus pastor, Stephanie Lobdell. They talked about her new team in Campus Ministries, what she is looking forward to on this move-in day and how to pray for the campus during this school year.
Click HERE to hear their conversation.

Click HERE to see a complete schedule of Welcome Weekend.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Today is National Dog Day! Let’s celebrate!

National Dog Day is celebrated on 8/26 every year.
National Dog Day has two goals: to honor dogs, and to rescue dogs from homelessness and abuse. It’s an opportunity for us to recognize and appreciate the value and importance of dogs in our lives.

(from www.holidayinsights.com) This day is intended to honor dogs for all that they do for us. In addition to giving love and companionship, dogs help us out in countless ways. They are watchdogs for our safety. They lead the blind. Dogs aid in search and rescue, and they seek out bombs and drugs.

The second goal of National Dog Day is to rescue dogs in need. On occasion, dogs need us to save them from homelessness and abuse. The goal of the National Dog Day foundation is to rescue 10,000 dogs a year. Lend a hand to help a dog in need today, or any day.

Origin of National Dog Day:

National Dog Day was created by the National Dog Day Foundation. Their motto is “Saving 10,000 Dogs – One Day at a Time”.

Did you know that dogs can help your health?
Click HERE to see a list of 5 ways Dogs help humans be healthier and happier (from the American Kennel Club).

There are also many benefits of pet adoption. Click HERE to see 25 Benefits of Adopting a Rescue Dog.

Click HERE for information on how to adopt a dog in Knox County, OH.

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