Hunting for Easter

There is no Easter bunny. I lowered my head in disappointment and embarrassment. An older playmate had just informed five-year-old me that Santa, the tooth fairy and the Easter bunny were mere deceptions. I had to grow up. At least God remained safe. I held on to religious traditions: words, music, prayers and the atmosphere […]

Hawaiian Falls CEO to speak April 7 at Horizons Church, The Colony

Hawaiian Falls CEO to speak April 7 at Horizons Church, The Colony

David Busch to talk about operating the company on Biblical principles (March 19, 2013) David Busch, founder and CEO of Hawaiian Falls, will be the guest speaker at 9:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Sunday, April 7 at Horizons Church, 6600 Paige Road in The Colony. Busch will talk about how he came to the Christian […]

Dr. Frank Miller to be honored by First Christian Church

(ROCKWALL-February 28, 2013) Sunday, March 17, 2013, will be “Dr. Frank Miller” Day at First Christian Church Rockwall when he will be recognized for exemplary leadership, dedication, consecration and faithful service. The church has chosen Dr. Miller for the honored position of  Elder Emeritus.  There will be a presentation made at the 11 a.m. worship […]

Hawaiian Falls founder featured in motivational book

“Bold Leadership: Biblical Principles for Marketplace Impact” offers insight from more than 70 prominent business leaders David Busch spent more than 30 years in the amusement industry before he opened his first Hawaiian Falls waterpark in 2003 in Garland, Texas. Founded on Christian principles like servant leadership and making a difference in the lives of […]

His Little Feet, choir of orphaned children, to perform March 6

His Little Feet, choir of orphaned children, to perform March 6

(February 24, 2013) His Little Feet, a choir of orphaned children from all over the world, will perform at at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 6 Spring Valley United Methodist Church . His Little Feet travels all around the country offering songs of praise in an effort to raise awareness and advocate for orphans and the millions […]

Laura Petherbridge: Thriving in a Step-Family Sunday at The Heights

  (RICHARDSON-February 23, 2013) The Heights Baptist Church in Richardson is hosting international speaker Laura Petherbridge, author of “The Smart Stepmom,” 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday, February 24.   Designed for single parents or anyone dating, engaged, or married to someone with children from a prior relationship, Laura will talk about what she’s learned […]

First Christian Church youth group to work for tips for mission trip

(ROCKWALL-February 20, 2013) On Saturday March 30, teens from First Christian Church will be working at the Sonic at 1001 S. Goliad in Rockwall. All their tips will go to pay their way to New Orleans this summer. Twenty-five youth and adults from First Christian Church Rockwall, going on their  12th annual summer mission trip, will […]

MercyMe films video at The Life House, readies for Rock & Worship Roadshow

(ROCKWALL-February 5, 2013) The Grammy award-nominated Christian rock band MercyMe was spotted filming a video recently at The Life House coffee shop in Rockwall. Several locals were star-struck at the news. The band is well-known for their crossover hit “I Can Only Imagine,” giving their debut album double-platinum status. Pictured from left are band members […]

Lake Pointe Student Ministry paints their way to new year of Bible study with Art’s A Blast

(ROCKWALL-January 25, 2013) One hundred and sixty moms and daughters from Lake Pointe Church’s Student Ministry came together January 13 for a painting session sponsored by Art’s A Blast. The event served as a unique and creative way for the high school and middle school students to kick off their new year of Bible study. The […]

FUMC Wesley Arts series looks at ‘Judaism Today’ with Rabbi Ben Sternman

(ROCKWALL-January 10, 2013) On Thursday, January 31 at 7 pm, First United Methodist Church of Rockwall, 1200 E. Yellow Jacket Lane, will host for its Wesley Arts speaker series Rabbi Ben Sternman of Temple Adat Chaverim, who will speak on  “Judaism Today: Beliefs, Understandings, and Movements”. A brief question and answer session will follow his remarks.  […]

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