From the Pulpit: Reflecting on the season's blessings
I recently came across a story that is worth sharing, especially at this time of year. I don't know the author, but wish to offer my thanks to the author for writing it.
One day a man went to the c…
Preparation for life's storms is essential
As I write this article, storm clouds have gathered and the weather predictors are calling for snow (!) in the western end of the panhandle by the weekend.
When I heard this news I said to myself,…
Churches set Laurel Hill Living Nativity
LAUREL HILL — A personal journey of spiritual discovery awaits Dec. 9 as the Laurel Hill and Crestview Presbyterian churches present their annual Living Nativity.
As the winter sun sets, the ground…
Thoughts as the Christian new year begins
Max Lucado wrote: "If our greatest need had been information, God would have sent an educator. If our greatest need had been technology, God would have sent us a scientist. If our greatest need had b…
'So much bigger than just a box'
CRESTVIEW — Thousands of shoebox gift packages will be delivered this year through the work of Florida residents.
Okaloosa and Walton County contributors sent off 11,785 shoeboxes filled with gifts…
How to live with God forever
With this article I wrap up my brief thoughts and reflections on Psalm 23. It is a very short psalm, only six verses in length, but provides powerful insights for living life.
Verse six states, "Su…
Laurel Hill Harvest Supper tradition continues
LAUREL HILL — The annual Laurel Hill Harvest Supper, always held the Wednesday before Thanksgiving, is coming up.
The feast is 6:30 p.m. Nov. 15 at at the First Baptist Church of Laurel Hill's fell…
Crestview street ministry sets Thanksgiving dinner
CRESTVIEW — The Concerned Citizens of Crestview's Outreach Street Ministry will have a Thanksgiving sit-down dinner for the community.
The dinner will be served to area residents 3 p.m. Nov. 18 at …
Crestview churches collecting shoeboxes of gifts
CRESTVIEW — National Collection Week for Operation Christmas Child is Nov. 13-20. The following dates, times and drop off locations are available in North Okaloosa County, according to information pr…
North Okaloosa Presbyterians set Hymn Sing
LAUREL HILL — The Laurel Hill Presbyterian Church and the First Presbyterian Church of Crestview will each hold a Hymn Sing Sunday at morning worship.
The events are scheduled for 9 a.m. in Laurel …












