Patti Richter, On Faith: Delivered from domain of darkness

Patti Richter, On Faith: Delivered from domain of darkness

ROCKWALL, TX (Oct. 25, 2023) A brave thirty-four-year-old left his native Scotland in 1858 and traveled four and a half months with his young bride to their chosen destination in the South Pacific. Though thankful to finally arrive at their intended island, relief soon gave way to horror and dismay. The local inhabitants were naked […]

Property with Divine Purpose – Hall family’s historic home lays foundation for new church

Property with Divine Purpose – Hall family’s historic home lays foundation for new church

Rockwall, TX (September 26, 2023) – Countless cars cruise Lakeshore Drive daily, unaware of the profound history that lies just a few yards away. A deep and heartfelt history found in the home of a family deeply rooted in faith and Rockwall, led by a patriot with a witty humor and a strong sense of service. The home, a fixture in the neighborhood, […]

First Baptist Church Heath to host Fall-O-Ween Jesus trunk-or-treat event

First Baptist Church Heath to host Fall-O-Ween Jesus trunk-or-treat event

HEATH, TX (Sept. 8, 2023) Are you Fall-O-Ween Jesus? First Baptist Church of Heath, located at 224 Smirl Drive, Heath, TX 75032, invites the community to their annual Fall Festival, 4:30 to 7 p.m Sunday, Oct. 29. The event promises fun for the whole family with activities including hayrides, bounce houses, games, cake walk, trunk-or-treat, […]

Holy Trinity to host Blessing of the Animals service with Patriot PAWS meet-and-greet

Holy Trinity to host Blessing of the Animals service with Patriot PAWS meet-and-greet

ROCKWALL/HEATH, TX (Sept. 7, 2023) Holy Trinity by the Lake Episcopal Church invites you to St. Francis of Assisi Blessing of the Animals Service, 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at 1524 Smirl Drive, Heath, TX 75032. Bring your leashed or crated pet friends for a blessing! All are welcome to attend and your loved one […]

Walking and Talking along the Yellow Brick Road

Walking and Talking along the Yellow Brick Road

Rockwall, TX (August 8, 2023) – Plenty of tears will fall as the new school year commences. Not so much from the kindergartener’s eyes. Or the college freshman left standing awkwardly in a dorm room with a stranger for a roommate. It will likely be the parents—mostly the moms—whose eyes well up and spill salty […]

The Confession of a Once-Pagan King

The Confession of a Once-Pagan King

Rockwall, TX (June 23, 2023) – My wooded neighborhood features a mix of mature hardwood and pine trees—up to 100 feet tall. We welcome the rains that keep them green but worry about high winds that make them sway. Rain and wind are a dangerous combination since the added weight of wet leaves can bring […]

Patti Richter, On Faith: Someone’s Knocking at the Door

Patti Richter, On Faith: Someone’s Knocking at the Door

ROCKWALL, TX (May 5, 2023) If there’s anything that symbolizes a new adventure, it’s a door. Suspense movies often include them. Amusement parks feature them in a range of shapes, sizes, and colors to fit a particular theme. Photographers and antique buyers like old doors. Homeowners prefer new ones. They will replace their original, builder-installed […]

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