Category: Mount Vernon OH

Interchurch Social Services Set to Open New Facility

The Centerburg Office of Interchurch Social Services is opening this week!

Eric Brown spoke with Carolyn Fergus, Executive Director for Knox County Interchurch Social Services about this answer to prayer.

Click HERE to hear the entire conversation.

She talks about the ribbon cutting ceremony that will be held Sunday.

She also briefly talks about the other locations and a program focusing on ending child hunger in schools and at home.

Click HERE to find out more about Knox County Interchurch Social Services.

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Make Better Decisions with Your Valuable Time

Many of us struggle to have enough time throughout the day because we are not using our time wisely. Due to the Internet, social media, and constant distractions, it can be hard to use our time for the glory of God. 

On the Morning Thing Thursday, Xander and Eric shared a few tips to do something meaningful with your time as opposed to endlessly scrolling through social media for hours on end.

  • Take time to read the bible
  • Be active in prayer
  • Prioritize Your Physical, Mental, and Spiritual Health

Click HERE for the full article from Crosswalk.com

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Yes! You can Leave Your Kids for One Night!

On the Morning Thing Tuesday, Marcy and Eric shared 10 reasons why you should get away without the kids.

Here are some things to keep in mind when planning time with your spouse:

•     Your kids aren’t the only ones that need attention.

•     Happy Marriage = confident children

•     It’s not all about them.

•     You demonstrate God’s love.

Click HERE for some helpful insight from familylife.com

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How to Get Motivated to Do Spring Cleaning

It’s the time of year that a lot of people dread. Spring Cleaning.
On the Morning Thing Monday, Marcy shared tips on how to get motivated and stick with cleaning.
Some of tips include:
• Clean in the Morning
• Set a Schedule
• Avoid Distractions
• Reward Yourself
Click HERE for more tips.

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Mount Vernon Community Gardens Grow More Than Produce

On Monday, the Morning Thing talked with Catie Hayes with the Knox County Local Food Council about the Mount Vernon Community Gardens.

Click HERE to hear the full conversation.
She explained how to start the process of getting a community garden.
Catie says there are several gardens around Knox County associated with the community garden project. She explains where they are located.
She also has quick tips for those using a community garden vs a private garden.
Catie says that taking part in a community garden can lead to great relationships.
Click HERE to find out more about the Mount Vernon Community Gardens

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Kenyon BFEC Is Celebrating Earth Day Saturday

The Brown Family Environmental Center (BFEC) at Kenyon College holding is “Keep It Wild Earth Day Festival” Saturday.

Click HERE to hear the full conversation.

Eric from the Morning Thing talked to Jada Swearingen about the fun day featuring mammals from the Ohio Nature Center, bugs from OSU’s United Titanium Bug Zoo, and birds of prey from the Ohio Bird Sanctuary.

The event runs from 12pm to 4pm Saturday, April 19th.

Click HERE to find out more about the event.

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The Morning Things Shares Easter Conversation Starters

Most people dread family dinners, but it doesn’t have to be a minefield that you have to navigate to enjoy a meal.

On Tuesday, Eric and Xander shared some things to start POSITIVE conversations where the entire family can take part.

Examples include:

• What is your favorite part of Easter?
• What is one unusual tradition or ritual you’d like to make part of your Easter celebration?
• How do you stay focused on the Resurrection throughout the year?

Click HERE for more conversation starters at Easter Dinner.

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The Morning Thing Celebrates Palm Sunday

Palm Sunday marks the arrival of Jesus in Jerusalem riding a donkey. Crowds gathered to honor him and laid down palm branches and cloaks as a gesture of honor.

On Monday’s Morning Thing, Marcy and Xander talked about Palm Sunday including the history, bible verses, and hymns focusing on Palm Sunday.

Click HERE for more history regarding Palm Sunday.

Click HERE for worship songs for Palm Sunday

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WNZR talks with Lindsey Lamp, Executive Director of New Directions

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. New Directions wants to bring attention to this important issue.
WNZR’s Marcy Rinehart talked with New Directions Executive Director, Lindsey Lamp about their recent Teal Walk and Kick-off of this special month. She shares the importance of this issue and how it is impacting our community. Lindsey talks about the signs of sexual assault and what to do if you are a victim or you suspect someone is in trouble.
She also shares the details about several special events planned for this month and the programs that New Directions offers year-round.

Click HERE to hear the full conversation.
If you need help, please call the 24/7 New Directions Crisis Hotline at 740-397-HELP (4357).
Find more information at http://www.newdirectionsknox.org

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