• Okmulgeean Charles Otto and family carried the memory of Corporal James Dimitri Otto for decades. James was a 21‑year‑old Marine killed in action on Nov. 20, 1943, during the invasion of Tarawa Atol...

One of the godliest ladies I have ever known was Vivian King who was a member of the church to which I was called to pastor for over 12 years in Dustin. Mrs. Vivian had been the church pianist for dec...

In a rare and deeply meaningful step toward community unity, Eastside Baptist Church and Second Baptist Church will come together for a joint worship service on Sunday, Nov. 23, beginning with a 9:30 ...

Lamentations 3:26 - [I]t is good to wait quietly for the salvation of the Lord. The Lamentations were written during Judah’s and Israel’s worst times: they were captives at the hands of Nebuchadnezzar...

“To forgive is to set a prisoner free and discover that the prisoner was you,” wrote Lewis Smedes. I’ll never forget the video I saw of a session where a counselor urged a woman to forgive her mother....

As the holiday season approaches, many of us feel that familiar pull toward home - toward warmth, comfort and the people (and pets) who make life a little sweeter. For one very special dog in our care...

New Salem Missionary Baptist Church will mark a special milestone this fall, as the congregation celebrates 88 years of worship. A Church Anniversary and Homecoming service will be held Sunday, Nov. 9...

Okmulgee Second Baptist Church will host a revival event Nov. 2-5 at the church, located at 1003 N. Alabama Ave. in Okmulgee. The revival will feature preaching from Doyle Pryor, along with music led ...

The final words of a person who is dying generally are very weighty and memorable. It seems that many people, when they know they are facing death, want to deliver a message to those they love. I was ...

Belvin Baptist Church will mark a remarkable milestone in its ministry with a special celebration on Saturday, Nov. 8, at 10 a.m., commemorating the church’s 50th anniversary. The event will take plac...

Jacob Braude tells the story of a man who hadn’t seen an old friend in years. “How is your wife?” the man asked. “She’s in heaven,” replied the friend. “Oh, I’m sorry.” Quickly realizing this was not ...

On Sunday, Oct. 19, Pastor Dale Fillmore and New Day Church celebrated their 100th anniversary as a Church of the Nazarene. Vice Mayor Marcus Jeffrey presented the church with an official proclamation...

Gospel artist Dale Rochell will be featured in a special worship service at 11 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 2, at Northside Worship Center, 306 Robertson Hwy in Henryetta. Rochell, a two-time Male Artist of the ...

Greater Jones Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church invites the community to enjoy a delicious homecooked meal while supporting local youth Friday, Oct. 31, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proceeds will help youth attend ...

Liberty Baptist Church welcomes shoppers for a day of handmade treasures at its 13th annual Crafts Bazaar this Saturday, Nov. 1, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the church, located at 23600 Liberty Rd. in Mo...

“...I will wait for better times, wait till this time of trouble is ended. Then you will call, and I will answer, and you will be pleased with me, your creature. Then you will watch every step I take,...

The Catholic Daughters of the Americas, Court Bishop Kelley, will host a Loaded Baked Potato Dinner fundraiser on Nov. 7 from 4-7:30 p.m. at the St. Anthony Church Activity Center, located at 601 S. M...

Isaiah 14:27 - For the Lord Almighty has purposed, and who can thwart him? His hand is stretched out, and who can turn it back? This portion of the prophecies of Isaiah was directed at Babylon. God’s ...

Greater Jones Chapel A.M.E. Zion will host Hallelujah Party 2025, a celebration of light, love and laughter, on Saturday, Oct. 25. The event, which promises free admission and is open to all ages, wil...

“Abiding in Christ is not going outside when my mom tells me not to,” says Alexandra, age 5. Refusing to go outside of God’s will has everything to do with abiding in Christ. “Abiding means you need t...