Today, we talked about friend envy.
Click HERE to read through some different situations that we may face with our friendships.
The bible is very clear about how we should deal with envy and jealousy.
Please take a few minutes to read over these scriptures. Click HERE.
We pray that you will be encouraged by the strong message in these verses.
We wrapped up Sonfest Week today on The Morning Thing.
Don’t forget to check WNZR’s social media sites today for the final hints to find “Where in the World is Colton Dixon”?!
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Today, we talked with Alec Barnhart from the group Wyndsor.
Click HERE to hear the conversation and get to know this band before you see them on stage at Sonfest tomorrow!
We also wrapped up our features with the cast of Aladdin Junior. The MTVArts production opens tonight at 7:30pm at Memorial Theater. There is also a 2pm matinee tomorrow.
Click HERE to hear Mark Fongheiser talk about playing the lead character, Aladdin.
Click HERE to hear Andrew Ruckman talk about playing the villain Jafar.
Today, The Morning Thing team shared a special Fave 5 – our 5 favorite concert memories.
Click on the Names to hear about these amazing memories.
Jenna Potts
Aubrey Bailey
Wesley Boston
Marcy Rinehart DC Talk memory
Marcy Rinehart Petra memory
2015 marks the 18th Sonfest at Mount Vernon Nazarene University! Do you have your ticket? Are you ready for a GREAT show?
Today, we talked with I Am They. Click HERE to hear the conversation about the journey of their band, their recent touring and how they are excited for the future.
Sonfest 2015 Schedule:
12:00 p.m. – DJ Opdiggy (Stage 2)
12:50 p.m. – Welcome
1:00 p.m. – Wyndsor
1:35 p.m. – Take the Name (Stage 2)
2:10 p.m. – Populis
2:50 p.m. – The Florals (Stage 2)
3:25 p.m. – I Am They
4:05 p.m. – Ever Burning Bright (Stage 2)
4:40 p.m. – Leeland
5:25 p.m. – Amena Brown
5:50 p.m. – Da Mac (Stage 2)
6:30 p.m. – Trip Lee
7:15 p.m. – Fever Fever (Stage 2)
7:45 p.m. – Spoken Word by Amena Brown for Compassion International
8:00 p.m. – Colton Dixon
Click HERE for Sonfest ticket information.
This week, we are also talking about the MTVArts production of Aladdin Junior. The musical involves local elementary, middle and high school students from our community. There are 2 performance this weekend: Friday, September 25 at 7:30pm and Saturday, September 26 at 2pm. All shows are being held at Memorial Theater.
WNZR’s Rachel Rinehart had a chance to chat with several cast members about their characters and experience with Aladdin Junior. Click HERE to hear from Emma Cheek who is playing a townsperson. Click HERE to hear from Elle Pavao who is playing Princess Jasmine. Check back throughout the week as we post more conversations.
You have 1 more chance to win tickets to see Aladdin Junior, tomorrow morning (9/25) on The Morning Thing (6am – 9am).
Today, we celebrate See You at the Pole – the global student day of prayer!
The Big Blue Crew spent some time at Mount Vernon High School to join in this prayer effort.
Click HERE to read about the amazing history of this event.
We are getting great reports from area schools.
Mount Vernon had around 115-120 students, parents, pastors and teachers in attendance.
Fredericktown had around 45 students and adults in attendance.
Call 740-392-9090 and tell us what happened at your school!
Here are some pictures from Mount Vernon High School:
Here is a picture from Fredericktown High School:
EVERYONE is invited to a NEW event tonight called SAW YOU at the POLE. The event is tonight at Mount Vernon’s First Naz from 6:00 – 9:00pm. Enjoy games, hot dogs, drinks, popcorn, cotton candy, prizes and Da Mac in Concert. The “Saw You at the Pole” Rally is sponsored by Lakeholm Church of the Nazarene and Mount Vernon First Naz. The church is located at 807 Coshocton Ave in Mount Vernon. It’s ALL FREE!
We talked with Da Mac this morning. He will be performing tonight at “Saw You at the Pole” and on Saturday at Sonfest.
Click HERE to hear our entertaining conversation.
Sonfest 2015 Schedule:
12:00 p.m. – DJ Opdiggy (Stage 2)
12:50 p.m. – Welcome
1:00 p.m. – Wyndsor
1:35 p.m. – Take the Name (Stage 2)
2:10 p.m. – Populis
2:50 p.m. – The Florals (Stage 2)
3:25 p.m. – I Am They
4:05 p.m. – Ever Burning Bright (Stage 2)
4:40 p.m. – Leeland
5:25 p.m. – Amena Brown
5:50 p.m. – Da Mac (Stage 2)
6:30 p.m. – Trip Lee
7:15 p.m. – Fever Fever (Stage 2)
7:45 p.m. – Spoken Word by Amena Brown for Compassion International
8:00 p.m. – Colton Dixon
Sonfest Week continues on The Morning Thing.
Join us each day this week as we feature an interview with an artist coming to Mount Vernon Nazarene University this Saturday.
Today, we talked with Leeland Moorning, lead singer for the group Leeland.
Click HERE to hear more about the band and how God is leading them into a new direction for their ministry.
This week, we are also talking about the MTVArts production of Aladdin Junior. The musical involves local elementary, middle and high school students from our community. There are 2 performance this weekend: Friday, September 25 at 7:30pm and Saturday, September 26 at 2pm. All shows are being held at Memorial Theater.
WNZR’s Rachel Rinehart had a chance to chat with several cast members about their characters and experience with Aladdin Junior. Click HERE to hear from Kaylyn Zach who is playing a townsperson. Click HERE to hear from Laura Page who is playing Rajah. Check back throughout the week as we post more conversations.
Today, The Morning Thing kicked off Sonfest Week.
Join us each day as we feature an interview with an artist coming to Mount Vernon Nazarene University this Saturday.
Today, we talked with Leeland Moorning, lead singer for the group Leeland.
Click HERE to hear about the many changes that have happened with the band and how God is leading them into a new direction for their ministry.
We also took some time to talk about the MTVArts production of Aladdin Junior. The musical involves local elementary, middle and high school students from our community. There are 2 performance this weekend: Friday, September 25 at 7:30pm and Saturday, September 26 at 2pm. All shows are being held at Memorial Theater.
Click HERE for ticket information.
WNZR’s Rachel Rinehart had a chance to chat with several cast members about their characters and experience with Aladdin Junior. Click HERE to hear from Fredi Bockover who is playing Iago. Click HERE to hear from Lily Rheinscheld who is playing a shopkeeper. Check back throughout the week as we post more conversations.
We will be giving away tickets to the MTVArts Production of Aladdin Junior all THIS WEEK! So listen in from 6am – 9am for your chance to win. Here’s a picture of Rachel Rinehart for you to enjoy. This is a makeup test for her character, the Genie!
Today, we celebrate PTLIF – Praise the Lord, It’s Friday!
We are getting close to the official start of fall (9/23). In order to help you get the season started off right we found a fall cleaning checklist.
Click HERE for more information.
While doing that cleaning, you might wonder how to keep the kids accountable for their chores. We shared how to create a chore chart that works.
Click HERE for an example.
There is an exciting event coming to Mount Vernon High School on Saturday night!
We also shared our Morning Thing Fave Five.
The first day of Fall is Wednesday, September 23rd!
Here is our list of our favorite things about fall!
Mount Vernon Nazarene University is hosting a stop on the Pray4America National Bus Tour from 10:00am to 2:00pm today (9/17/15). The bus will park near the Chapel North parking lot, and there will be tents around campus for the Knox County and MVNU community to meet and pray with tour representatives. The Morning Thing had a chance to chat with Dion Elmore today about this exciting Tour. Click HERE to hear the conversation.
For more information, click HERE
This morning, The Morning Thing also kicked off a contest for Sonfest tickets.
WHERE in the WORLD is COLTON DIXON?
WNZR is giving you a chance to win TWO tickets to SONFEST 2015 at Mount Vernon Nazarene University. Colton Dixon will take the stage along with Leeland, I am They, Da Mac, Wyndsor, Amena Brown & DJ Opdiggy and Take the Name.
HOW can you win tickets? Tune in each weekday morning to The Morning Thing from
6-9 a.m. on WNZR. The hosts will share 3 hints on “where” to find Colton Dixon. (Actually where to find the Colton Dixon bobble head). BONUS hints will be shared on WNZR’s Facebook, Twitter and Instagram between 10am and 4pm. Make sure to check all 3 social media sites, because we will not be repeating hints.
Then, listen to The Afternoon Drive from 4- 6 p.m. for your chance to tell us WHERE in the WORLD is COLTON DIXON. Joe, Jessica and Faith will open up the phones at 4:30 p.m. for guesses. The first person to correctly guess wins TWO free tickets to Sonfest.
(This is VERY important – this is a VIRTUAL scavenger hunt, so you don’t actually have to go to the location to find Colton’s bobble head. You just have to name the location to the WNZR DJs over the phone.)
Click HERE to find out more!
Click HERE for ticket information for Sonfest 2015!
We also shared a list cleaning tasks that take 5 minutes or less. Cleaning doesn’t have to take all day! Click HERE to see what a difference 5 minutes can make for you and your household.
Need a snack? Something hot for breakfast? You will be amazed at what you can make with a mug and a microwave. Check out this LIST of delicious mug meals!
Life can be discouraging sometimes. We all have moments where we find ourselves in ruts or where we find ourselves discouraged. We wonder how we got where we are; when was the moment things turned south… In those times you might not know what to do or where to go. That’s why this morning we shared 7 Secrets for Finding the Life You Were Created to Live. These are some good suggestions for moving forward and getting to where we should be, written from a faith perspective. After all, since we were created for something we should definitely use techniques that are in line with the words and will of the One of did the creating.
We also took a look at the 5 Keys to Shaping the Faith of a Child. It is crucial to help kids develop their relationship with God from a young age. As Proverbs 22:6 says, “Start your children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.” This article has some incredible encouraging thoughts on how to lead your children in a godly manner and get them started on that “way they should go.”
Ever hear the saying “don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today?” Today, The Morning Thing shared a list of simple things you can do tonight for a better tomorrow. Click HERE to see the list.
We also shared some ways to get you out of a bad mood. Click HERE to see the list. Go ahead and try one of these ideas the next time you get frustrated or find yourself in a bad mood. (Try the Puppy Therapy!)
We also told you about how 1 Dad is making a difference with a unique organization called The Crayon Initiative.
Click HERE to read this amazing story.
Remember that The Morning Thing is here for YOU every weekday morning from 6am – 9am.
It is a GREAT way to start your day!
Rise and Shine 