Sitting on a bench with Jesus

I was sitting on a bench this afternoon waiting for my son. The bench was odd because it had a very noticeable slant with one end sunk down into the dirt about 8 inches. Of course I sat at the end that was higher, or actually at the normal height.

God vs Daylight Saving Time

When God said “let there be light”, little did he realize the fight it would start one day in the Holy Land – the fight over Daylight Saving Time.

White Deer Dash 5K

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Passing out water and serving at the White Deer Dash 5K will allow TNC to interact with and make a connection with over 300 people from the local area.  It may seem like a simple gesture of love, but our [...]

Best Buy Takes on Priest for Copyright Violation Over ‘God Squad’ Mobile

Electronics retailer Best Buy is threatening legal action against a Wisconsin priest over his “God Squad” vehicle, claiming the logo on the clergyman’s Volkswagen Beetle is identical to its own “Geek Squad” design.

In Montana, a Fight Over Separation of Church and Fairgrounds

Leaders of a Christian organization
are convinced a group of atheists were successful in getting annual fellowship services moved from the Missoula County Fair, but church organizers say they’re determined to make the best of their new location.

Legal Challenges to Prayer on the Rise

There are more legal challenges to prayer in the United States than ever before, says Annie Laurie Gaylor, co-founder of the Freedom From Religion Foundation, an atheist organization whose business is booming as Americans increasingly tackle church vs. state issues.

Chicken-and-Egg Mystery Finally Cracked

British scientists believe they have found the answer to an ages-old question: Which came first, the chicken or the egg? Scientists cracked the puzzle after discovering that the formation of eggs is possible only thanks to a protein found in chicken’s ovaries. That means eggs have to be formed in chickens first.

Florida Atheists Sue Over Prayers at City Meetings

A Central Florida atheist organization has filed a federal lawsuit against the City of Lakeland over opening city commission meetings with prayer.

Europe To Ban Crucifix In Italian Schools?

The Italian government has appealed a ruling from the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg that would remove crucifixes from Italian public schools.

TNC bumper sticker in Africa

I thought this was pretty cool. Chatty wrote a post you can read here that has some pictures of the vehicle True North purchased for her.
Notice the TNC bumper sticker on the back of the vehicle.

Christianity Crisis in Europe?

“The process of secularization has produced a grave crisis of the sense of the Christian faith and of belonging to the church,” said Pope Benedict, echoing a theme that has been a hallmark of his papacy.

Archaeologists Find Oldest Paintings of Apostles in Roman Catacombs

The earliest known icons of the Apostles Peter and Paul have been discovered in a catacomb under an eight-story modern office building in a working-class neighborhood of Rome, Vatican officials said Tuesday.

Summer at the Lake

Join us this Sunday as we begin our new series Summer at the Lake. The series will look at Jesus’ life at the Sea of Galilee. Get there early, donuts are being provided to honor all dads.

Big Finale

We wrap up Once Upon A Marriage this Sunday in a way that I have never been a part of in a Sunday church service. I believe it will be an awesome experience and am really looking forward to it. If you don’t know what I am talking about, well, you will have come and [...]

Once Upon a Marriage

It’s easy to think of people in the Bible as being great examples of faith. But many of their lives were actually quite messed  up; especially their marriage. Join us this Sunday as we start our new series, “Once Upon a Marriage”.

Also this Sunday right after morning service is our holiday picnic. Lake Benson [...]

Yeah, that’s the ticket.

All this talk about lies the last 3 weeks made me think of one of my favorite SNL characters. Jon Lovitz used to do a character called Tommy Flanagan of Pathological Liars Anonymous.

Garner Community Yard Sale

TNC is participating in the Garner Community Yard Sale, Saturday, May 22 at Lake Benson Park.

Eyes Flashing, Robot Presides at Japanese Wedding

After reading this FoxNews article, I really can’t think of anything to write.

Rome is Dead

Sunday should be a cool morning. Not because of the weather but because Rome is Dead will be leading the worship. Rome is Dead is a local rock/alternative band formed by guys we knew from previous youth groups. I am looking forward to it. I hope you show your enthusiasm as well by getting in [...]

Prayers Answered: Seniors Can Pray Before Meals at Georgia Center

The Georgia senior center that barred its elderly citizens from praying before meals has changed its policy after inquiries from Fox News and other news organizations.