Church
Hope Christian pastor leaving
Pastor Darrell Jones started Hope Christian Church in 1993, and after 30 years of growth, community outreach and venue changes, he’s finally stepping away. Hope’s story begins in Chicago, where…
Read MoreColumbia church gets a new look
Previously, 600 Columbia Center Drive was home to Faith Columbia. Now, the large brown building facing Route 3 is starting its beginnings as The Way Church. While the building that…
Read MoreCatholic listening session a success
On March 20, participants from Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Waterloo, St. Augustine in Hecker, St. Mary’s in Valmeyer and St. Patrick’s in Tipton participated in the worldwide…
Read MoreMonroe County Christian School growing
Since Monroe County Christian School first opened its doors four years ago, its student body has quadrupled in size. Leaders attribute this growth to the school’s unique approaches. As board…
Read MoreSs. Peter & Paul rectory restoration underway
Thanks to a dedicated group of volunteers, the priests at Ss. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Waterloo will soon have a private chapel and an updated living space. When…
Read MoreSinging Cowboy survives scare
As co-founder of the Randolph County Cowboy Church, Terry Roberson is no stranger to sharing his faith. Yet, a recent COVID scare inspired him to write a program unlike any…
Read MoreImmaculate Conception turns 175
Over its 175 years, many local Catholics have called Immaculate Conception Church in Columbia home. As the parish celebrates its demisemiseptcentennial, it is reflecting on all it has accomplished during…
Read MoreGrammy winning singer coming to Waterloo
Nationally renowned, Grammy winning artist David Phelps has graced well-known venues such as Carnegie Hall and the Sydney Opera House. Now, he is making his way to Waterloo in early…
Read MoreGirl Scout project brings gaga ball to church
A popular game at a St. Paul United Church of Christ camp has arrived in Waterloo thanks to one Girl Scout earning her Silver Award. Ava Scherle, an eighth grader…
Read MoreValmeyer parish turning 100
From fish fry Fridays to “The Bell” that has moved with the parish from old to new Valmeyer, St. Mary Catholic Church has been a staple of Monroe County. To…
Read MoreNew church hosting back to school bash
After approximately a year-long delay because of COVID-19, Truth Church Waterloo is excited to host its first back to school bash. At Saturday’s event, the church will be giving away…
Read MoreChurch completes pioneering project
St. Paul United Church of Christ in Columbia recently finished installing solar panels on its buildings, making it the first house of worship in Monroe County to use this potential energy…
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