Join us for a special week on The Morning Thing – it’s Seniors Week (#1)! We will be honoring 18 graduates from the Communication Department over the next two weeks. Join us each day as we honor these amazing students. We will share memories, talk about the future, and celebrate their time at WNZR and MVNU.
On Monday, we will spoke with Rachel Root. Find her conversation below!
Today we shared 7 Biblical reasons why laughter is an important thing!
“There’s nothing quite like sharing a hearty belly laugh with friends, often accompanied by tears — an involuntary response to something hilarious.
Laughter is a gift from God, connecting us to the joyful presence of our Creator. Psalm 16:11 beautifully says, “You will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand.” This sentiment is echoed in Zephaniah 3:17, where we’re reminded of God’s joyful affection for His children as He sings and rejoices over them.
Laughter has the incredible power to bridge gaps and bring hearts closer. As Victor Borge famously said, “Laughter is the shortest distance between two people.”
Read all the reasons here!
Today we talked about why every job is an important ministry. It was great insight from Crosswalk.com!
“Have you ever considered that Jesus modeled work-life ministry? It is easy to forget that Jesus spent more than 50 percent of His adult life in a carpentry shop. He was more known for being a carpenter than He was for being the Son of God.
Perhaps that is why so many people had difficulty reconciling Jesus, the carpenter, with Jesus the Son of God who did miracles in the workplace. Jesus didn’t separate the work he did with his hands or head from the work he did with his heart.
His job was his ministry. And your job is, too.”
Read the full article HERE.
As the chill of winter fades away, nature begins its magnificent transformation. Trees burst forth with vibrant green leaves, flowers bloom in a kaleidoscope of colors, and the air is filled with the sweet scent of blossoms. Spring has arrived, bringing with it a sense of renewal, hope, and beauty.
Today we celebrated the arrival of Spring by sharing 10 Refreshing Spring Bible Verses.
Find them HERE!
WNZR caught up with staff members from Knox Starting Point ahead of their 2024 Spring Banquet!
We spoke with Jenn Furay (Executive Director), Jess Kirby (Development Director), Abbey Ernst (Client Services Director), and Heather Lanzer (Ultrasound Services Director.)
Everyone shared with us the different ways Starting Point is making an impact in our community. We are proud to partner with this important outreach!
Listen to our full conversations below or by clicking HERE.
In a world where relationships often define our experiences and shape our identities, there’s a special bond that stands out: the bond between siblings. National Siblings Day, celebrated annually on April 10th, offers us a moment to pause and honor the unique connection we share with those who have been our partners in mischief, confidants in secrets, and pillars of support throughout our lives.
Siblings are our first friends and our built-in playmates. From shared childhood adventures to navigating the complexities of adulthood, they walk alongside us through life’s journey, offering companionship, understanding, and unconditional love. Today we shared 12 Creative Ways to Celebrate National Siblings Day!
Find all the different ways HERE and see some examples below!
1. Memory lane
Spend the day reminiscing about shared experiences and telling stories that bring back the warmest memories of your childhood adventures. Recall the laughter and the mischief that’s made your bond stronger over the years.
For kids, have them write down some of their favorite memories to create a book of shared stories they can decorate or fill with family photos. They can draw portraits of each other, craft a poem or picture using the letters in their names, or best of all: Let them dream up their own way of celebrating with their sibling.
3. Heirloom cook-off
Host a friendly cook-off where each sibling showcases their culinary skills by preparing a dish from a favorite family recipe. Let the aroma of nostalgia fill the kitchen as you recreate flavors passed down through generations, savoring the taste of tradition and love. It’s also a fantastic opportunity to introduce these recipes to your kids! If they’ve got siblings, have them whip up each others’ favorite treats.
7. Siblings trip!
Embark on an exciting adventure together with a vacation or outing to a place you both love or have always wanted to visit. Explore new landscapes, create new memories, and deepen your connection as you journey together.
10. Recreate a childhood photo
This one’s perfect for parent gifts or to hang on your family photo wall. Pick a favorite sibling photo from childhood and make a modern version! Strike the same poses, wear similar outfits, and capture the essence of your bond in a new pic that shows how far you’ve come and how much closer you’ve grown.
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.
Click HERE to see all of the prayers.
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
Purchase your tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/55jhkp6e
Listen to their conversation below or by clicking HERE!
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.
Rise and Shine 