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Tyler’s Light is coming to Mount Vernon on Thursday 11/1

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After a college football injury, Tyler Campbell struggled with a prescription pain medication addiction and later turned to heroin, which cost him his life.

His father, Wayne Campbell is now sharing Tyler’s story to help kids and parents learn more about addiction and preventative resources.

Wayne talked with WNZR’s Wesley Boston about his presentation “Tyler’s Light”.
Click HERE to hear their conversation.

Date/Time – Nov. 1 at 6 p.m.
Location – Foster Hall, inside Ariel Arena at Mount Vernon Nazarene University
This event is free and open to the public.
This event is presented by KSAAT – the Knox Substance Abuse Action Team.

For more information about Tyler’s Light, http://tylerslight.com/
For more information about KSAAT, http://www.ksaat.org/

 

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Indivisible opens in theaters this Friday, 10/26!

The new movie Indivisible is based on the true story of Army Chaplain Darren Turner and his Wife Heather. With a strong, faith-filled marriage, the Turners are ready to follow their calling.
Darren receives orders to deploy to Iraq, leaving his wife behind to care for their three young children. The harsh realities of war soon take their toll on Turner and his battalion, making it hard to stay connected to his beloved family. When Darren finally comes home, the Turners must decide if they’re willing to face one more battle — the fight to save their marriage.

WNZR’s Wesley Boston had a chance to talk with David Evans, Director/Co-Writer/Co-Producer of Indivisible. Click HERE to hear their conversation.

For more information about Indivisible, click HERE.

 

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WNZR talks with Duncan Phillips of the Newsboys

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The Newsboys United Tour is stopping near Columbus on Thursday, 10/25. WNZR’s Todd McKinley had a chance to chat with Newsboys drummer, Duncan Phillips. They talked about this unique tour – combining former band members with current members. They also talked about the ministry of a band that spans several decades.

Click HERE to hear their conversation.

Concert location: Grove City Church of the Nazarene, 4770 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH

Date: Thursday, 10/25/18

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Doors Open: 6:00 p.m.

The United Tour brings the Newsboys, Zealand and Adam Agee to the Columbus area.

Tickets are on sale now.

For More Information: Call 1-855-484-1991 or email support@premierproductions.com

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The 2018 Dove Award Winners have been announced!

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Congratulations to the winners in WNZR’s Dove Awards Prediction Prize Giveaway:
Tracy Chaney of Sunbury
Katie Pozderac of Mount Vernon
Colton Clutter of Howard
They each won a 12 CD Prize Package featuring Dove Award nominees!
Thanks to these wonderful record labels for their donation of CDs: Provident Music Group, Capitol Christian Music Group, Centricity Music and Fair Trade Services.

12 CD Prize package includes:

Lauren Daigle – Look Up Child                          TobyMac – This Is Not A Test

MercyMe – Lifer                                                  Mandisa – Out Of The Dark

Chris Tomlin – Never Lose Sight                       Crowder – American Prodigal

Hillsong United – Wonder                                  Tauren Wells – Hills and Valleys

Zach Williams – Chain Breaker                        Micah Tyler – Different

Mosaic MSC – Glory & Wonder                        Pat Barrett – Self-titled CD

2018 GMA (Gospel Music Association) Dove Award Winners

You can SEE the 2018 Dove Awards THIS Sunday (10/21) on Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN) at 9pm ET.

SONG OF THE YEAR

  • “Reckless Love” – Corby Asbury

WORSHIP SONG OF THE YEAR

  • “Reckless Love” – Cory Asbury

SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR (ARTIST)

  • Matthew West

SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR (NON-ARTIST)

  • Colby Wedgeworth

CONTEMPORARY CHRISTIAN ARTIST OF THE YEAR

  • Tauren Wells

ARTIST OF THE YEAR

  • Zach Williams

NEW ARTIST OF THE YEAR

  • Tauren Wells

PRODUCER OF THE YEAR

  • Jason Ingram and Paul Mabury

ROCK/CONTEMPORARY RECORDED SONG OF THE YEAR

  • ““Walking On Water” – NEEDTOBREATHE

POP/CONTEMPORARY RECORDED SONG OF THE YEAR

  • “Old Church Choir” – Zach Williams

WORSHIP RECORDED SONG OF THE YEAR

  • “So Will I (100 Billion X)” – Hillsong UNITED

ROCK/CONTEMPORARY ALBUM OF THE YEAR

  • Unleashed Beyond – Skillet

POP/CONTEMPORARY ALBUM OF THE YEAR

  • Hills and Valleys – Tauren Wells

WORSHIP ALBUM OF THE YEAR

  • Reckless Love – Corby Asbury

CHRISTMAS/SPECIAL EVENT ALBUM OF THE YEAR

  • Christmas/Live in Phoenix – for King & Country

RECORDED MUSIC PACKAGING OF THE YEAR

  • Decade the Halls, Vol. 1 – Tenth Avenue North

SHORT FORM VIDEO OF THE YEAR

  • I’ll Find You (featuring Tori Kelly) – Lecrae

LONG FORM VIDEO OF THE YEAR

  • There is More – Hillsong Worship

INSPIRATIONAL FILM OF THE YEAR

  • I Can Only Imagine, (directors) The Erwin Brothers

For the FULL list of winners, go to doveawards.com

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MVNU Pioneer Faculty and Staff celebrate 50 years

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10/12/18 marks the 50th Anniversary of the first day of classes at Mount Vernon Nazarene University.
Marcy Rinehart of The Morning Thing had the privilege to talk with Pioneer Staff Member, Roberta Simmons and Pioneer Faculty Member, Bill Bridges.
They reminisced about the first move-in day, the changes on campus and how our Mount Vernon/Knox County community has offered support over 5 decades.

Click HERE to hear their conversation.

You can also see Roberta and Bill share memories from a special 50th Anniversary Chapel. Click HERE to see the service.

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The Morning Thing Fave 5 celebrates MVNU’s 50th Anniversary

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Today is special. MVNU celebrates their 50th Anniversary by commemorating the first day of classes on October 12, 1968!

In honor of this anniversary, The Morning Thing Fave 5 this week gives our co-hosts the chance to share their favorite things about MVNU.

Daria Swisher

Hunter Sutyak

Marcy Rinehart

Trevor Moore

(and guest) Wesley Boston

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MVNU plans a special chapel for Friday, 10/12/18

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Friday, October 12th marks a significant moment as Mount Vernon Nazarene University celebrates a special 50th Anniversary. To commemorate the very first day of classes, a special chapel service will be held at 10:20 a.m. on Friday, October 12th. Reflections on October of 1968 will be shared and celebrated.

The Morning Thing’s Marcy Rinehart talked with MVNU Alumni Director, Travis Keller about this special service. Click HERE to hear their conversation.

If you can’t make it to campus on Friday, you can watch the chapel live at mvnu.tv

For more details on MVNU’s 50th Celebration go HERE.

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Interchurch Social Services of Knox County celebrates their 50th Anniversary!

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Interchurch is celebrating their 50th Anniversary in ministry!
Marcy Rinehart of The Morning Thing talked with Joy Harris, Executive Director of Interchurch Social Services of Knox County. Click HERE to hear their conversation. Listen in to hear how God has richly blessed this ministry over 5 decades!

Stay connected to Interchurch at their website https://www.interchurchknox.org/

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WinterJam 2019 is coming! Check out the lineup.

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The lineup for WinterJam 2019 has been announced!

Now is the time to mark your calendar for WinterJam 2019!!

The Ohio dates have been SET for the Winter Jam 2019 Tour Spectacular!
Saturday, January 19th – at the Schottenstein Center in Columbus (Jam Nation members get in the doors at 3:30pm, General Admission doors open at 5pm. Pre-Jam Party starts at 5pm. Official show starts at 6pm)
Saturday, February 16th – at the U.S. Bank Arena in Cincinnati
Sunday, March 31st – at the Wolstein Center in Cleveland

NEW this year – WinterJam’s Tour 360 will be like never before because the stage is going to be IN THE ROUND! This is going to really make the 2019 Tour unique!

The WinterJam 2019 Tour Spectacular lineup:

  • Newsboys United (Peter Furler and Phil Joel join the group)
  • Danny Gokey
  • Mandisa
  • Rend Collective
  • Hollyn
  • NewSong
  • Ledger
  • Adam Agee

 At the Pre-Jam Party at 5pm:

  • Dan Bremnes
  • Ty Brasel
  • Manic Drive

 Plus speaker:

  • Zane Black

Go to www.jamtour.com for information on tickets, Jam Nation – the ultimate fan experience and the Winter Jam app!

 

 

 

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October Presidential Update with Dr. Henry Spaulding

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MVNU’s President, Dr. Henry Spaulding sat down to chat with Trevor Moore from The Morning Thing. His October Presidential Update covered the MVNU calendar, the opening of our downtown engineering building, the upcoming visit from the Higher Learning Commission and goals for this school year. They also talked about MVNU’s 50th Anniversary

Click HERE to hear their conversation.

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