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Are you ready for Sonfest 2016 at MVNU? The Morning Thing 9/23/16

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Sonfest is TOMORROW (9/24) at Mount Vernon Nazarene University!
The Morning Thing has been getting you ready by giving away tickets, talking with artists and sharing memories from past Sonfests.

Today, we shared a conversation with Jason Roy, lead singer of Building 429.
Click HERE to hear Jason talk about what the band has been up to this summer. Jason also gave us insight into their newest album “Unashamed.” He also talked about their Earth Shaker Tour and how we can be praying for the band.

For our Morning Thing Fave 5 this week, the co-hosts shared their favorite memories from past Sonfests. Click HERE to hear some crazy memories from Marcy Rinehart, Jenna Potts, Kelsey Bryte, Dan Monnin and Andy Krolik.

Make sure that you stop by Big Blue tomorrow when you come to Sonfest. You could win a Sonfest Survival Kit! Click HERE for more details.

Click HERE for a lineup of Sonfest 2016. We hope to see you at MVNU tomorrow!

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The Morning Thing LOVES MVNU!

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Today, we wrapped up “Back to College” week on The Morning Thing. The campus of Mount Vernon Nazarene University is buzzing with activity as students return for the 2016-2017 school year.

New students moved in on Thursday 9/1. Upperclassmen return to campus today and tomorrow.
We talked with Dr. Henry Spaulding, MVNU’s President to find out more about what is happening on campus. Click HERE to hear our September MVNU Presidential Update.

For our Morning Thing Fave 5, we shared our 5 favorite college experiences.
1. Participating in groups. We love the learning experiences and the opportunities to build lifelong friendships. Sometimes the group is part of a class or an extra-curricular activity. Groups always give us a chance to have fun and gain a different perspective on life.
2. Sports. It’s fun to be a fan! It’s also fun to be a participant. At MVNU, there are many opportunities to cheer for our collegiate athletes. There are also many opportunities to get in the game, especially through intramurals. We encourage everyone to become a “Cougar Crazie” and join the fun. *You can follow MVNU sports with WNZR. Go to http://www.wnzr.tv and watch live competitions through our video streaming.*
3. Chapel. MVNU is proud to offer 3 services each week, 10:20am – 11:10am. Chapel is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other students and strengthen your spiritual walk. This time is a perfect chance for students to gain focus and encouragement for their busy lives. *You  can watch chapel LIVE at http://www.mvnu.tv*
4. Trips. MVNU offers SO many opportunities to travel, both in the US and to international destinations. Trips give us incredible learning experiences, plus lifelong memories. Our Morning Thing co-hosts have traveled to New York, Florida, Tennessee and California.
5. Events on campus. MVNU’s calendar is always full of fun events for both the campus and surrounding community. Some of our favorite events include: Sonfest (coming 9/24), Lecture Artist Series, concerts, plays and conference. *You can stay connected to MVNU’s calendar at this link http://www.mvnu.edu/news/PressReleases/ *

(Picture above was taken by James Smith, Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management at Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) at the Opening Ceremony with new students.)

 

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Facing the empty nest – The Morning Thing 8/29/16

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As Marcy gets Rachel ready for her big college move-in day, we decided to take some time to focus in on that important transition from high school to college. On today’s show, we shared some wonderful advice to those parents facing the empty nest. This season in your life may feel like an ending, but it’s also a new beginning.

Click HERE to read this insightful article from Mary Ann Froehlich from www.Christiancollegeguide.net.

Need some help in packing? Click HERE to see a list of 12 surprising items your kid should be packing for college.

Parents – keep listening this week as we continue talking about the transition from high school to college.
Here is what is coming up:

Tuesday (Marcy and Kelsey) – On Tuesday’s show we will continue talking to the empty nest parents. We will share 12 ways to Say “I Love You” – practical things you can do when your college student needs to know you care. We’ll talk about the best things to put into care packages. Our Morning Thing co-hosts will share their own favorite care package stories.

On Wednesday (Marcy and Eddie) – We’ll share some tips on being smart – smart with money and smart with snacking. We found 5 tips for raising money smart kids. Plus, we found some wonderful healthy and portable high protein Snack Ideas.

On Thursday (Jenna and Dan) – On Thursday’s show we will celebrate New Student Move-In Day at Mount Vernon Nazarene University. We’ll talk with several members of MVNU’s Student Life staff and give you a highlight of Welcome Week on campus.
Our co-hosts will also share their favorite Move-In Day stories. You’ll hear how it all started at MVNU for Marcy, Jess, Dan, Eddie, Aubrey, Kelsey and Jenna. 

 On Friday (Marcy and Aubrey) – We will celebrate another First Friday and give you a preview of a HUGE September First Friday event in downtown Mount Vernon. We’ll also chat with MVNU’s Dr. Henry Spaulding for our September Presidential Update.

For our Morning Thing Fave 5, The Morning Thing co-hosts will share their favorite college experience here at MVNU.

(picture from http://marybuchan.com/filling-empty-nest/)

 

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Happy National Teacher’s Day – The Morning Thing 5/3/16

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Teachers are amazing! Today we took the time to thank teachers for all that they do for us. Where would we be without their encouragement?

Kelsey, Marcy and Wesley each talked about their favorite teachers. Click  HERE to hear how these teachers changed their lives.

Do something special for the teachers in your life. A homemade gift can be very special. Click HERE for 11 great DIY (Do It Yourself) gift ideas.

Today, we honor ALL teachers! Joe Rinehart is pictured above teaching Andy Krolik in the WNZR Production Room.

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It is Seniors Week on The Morning Thing

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Miriam Hayslett, WNZR Promotions Director

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Rachel Radcliff, WNZR DJ and Video Team Member

We kicked off Seniors Week today on The Morning Thing. As we prepare for MVNU’s graduation on Saturday (4/30), we are going to celebrate our graduating seniors from the WNZR Staff.

Today, we talked with Miriam Hayslett, WNZR Promotions Director and Rachel Radcliff, WNZR DJ and Video Team member.
Click HERE to hear Miriam share memories.
Click HERE to hear Rachel share memories.

Please pray for both ladies as they seek God’s direction for the future and continue the job search.

We also shared some FUN and EASY graduation party ideas. You don’t have to be a craft expert to try these. Click HERE and see how you can be creative for your graduate.

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Thoughts from Israel- The Morning Thing on 3/14/16

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Wesley Boston here. I recently returned from an incredible opportunity. From February 29th to March 11th I traveled across Israel and Jordan, seeing sites that brought the Bible to life and being introduced to cultures and people that were very different from me. A few things struck me as a result.

  1. The world is a lot bigger than America. Our guide, Rafi, who is seen in the above picture at the left end of the back row, reminded us that the U.S. is big- so big that we don’t need anybody else he said. Israel, to compare, is smaller than New Jersey. In the U.S. we don’t get out much, we don’t see much that is different, and we dont get out of our comfort zones. It’s good in so many ways to get into someone else’s country, culture, kitchen, history, etc.
  2. Differences in race, culture, and religion can be put aside. On this trip a Muslim man looked me, a Christian, in the eye and asked me to pray for peace in these lands. Two religions with two different Gods, but that didn’t matter. We could be united in this cause. One girl that I traveled with remarked that while watching the Jews pray at the Western “Wailing” Wall she realized that we aren’t so different. We all are simply trying to get closer to God.
  3. We believe and have faith in a God who does not operate in an abstract dimension or some Narnia -esque realm that we can’t get to or see. He works in real history, in real places, and with real people. While we can’t have definite proof and still have to trust and have faith, we can take comfort in knowing that we can see the places where the Bible tells us these things happened.
  4. History keeps going on. Rafi reminded us on the first day that since our our country is so young we have a different view of what is old. In his words, “You Americans find something that is 250 years old and you call it an antique. In Israel if something is 250 years old we don’t even look at it- it’s brand new! Come back when you have something from the 3rd or 4th century.” In that land I saw the remains of empire after empire and civilization after civilization. I stood in the ruins of palaces of mighty kings and the temples of foreign gods. History marches on and takes everything that mankind builds with it. But God remains. He is unchanged from the beginning and will still be here in another 2,000 years.
  5. We have a personal relationship but not a personal religion. By that I mean that while we are able to know God personally as our God and Savior it isn’t just about us. We are part of a worldwide community of believers that spans throughout history. Every one of us across the globe brings our own interpretations and culture and backgrounds to it but we are all one body serving the same risen Lord.
  6. We don’t have to travel around the world to be closer to God. This thought was not original with me. I was struggling with the fact that I had not had some kind of supernatural revelation or some experience where God broke through into my life in some brand new crystal clear way. Then one girl on the trip shared that she was struggling with the same issue- and then she realized that there’s a good reason for it. God is with us no matter where we are. We can be just as close to Him here in Ohio as we can in the Holy Lands. I have stood as close to the Holy of Holies as is humanly possible in 2016- but that didn’t make me any closer to God than I am right now as I write these words in Mount Vernon. God is with you and me no matter where we are and that is a great comfort.

It’s hard to sum up such an experience in one post, but these are a few of the things that God put on my heart during this journey. And yes, it was good to go- amazing to go- but it is good to be back. Hopefully the lessons I’ve learned can influence the way I live day to day.

Shalom!

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