A three-year remodeling project of the sanctuary at St. Paul United Church of Christ in Hermann has been completed and will be dedicated on Sunday, May 5. The newly-refurbished area will be dedicated at the 10:15 a.m. worship service Sunday, led by the church’s pastor, Rick Riedel. The public is welcome. The project was completed thanks to the efforts of an 11-person committee and local contractors. The focus of the
Several area families have decided to put on a live nativity scene for the community to enjoy on Saturday, Dec. 22, at the Hermann Lumber Company parking lot, 603 Market St. Everyone is invited to stop by from 5 to 8 p.m. There will be hot chocolate, coffee and apple cider available for visitors. The nativity scene will be complete with Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus, shepherds, wise men, angels and
President Janet Ocheskey chose inspirational thoughts based on rejoicing and appreciating the beauties of nature while recognizing the small accomplishments of individuals engaged in mission work to open the United Methodist Women meeting on Sunday, Nov. 4. Treasurer Helen Boggs presented the budget for 2013 and answered questions about the items and amounts scheduled for them. Approval was given to the budget as prepared by Helen. The change in date
By staff writer Rev. Bob Seaman, pastor of the Hermann United Methodist Church, will be the main speaker at the Thanksgiving Ecumenical Service, to be held on Sunday, Nov. 18, at St. George Church. The public is invited. The title of Pastor Seaman’s talk will be, “He Gave Thanks.” St. George Church will be the host for this year’s service, which was switched to a Sunday this year.
By staff writer Seventh and eighth graders at St. George School in Hermann participated in an “eye-opening” 24-hour event which included fasting, prayer activities, and discussion about hunger in our world. The students set a goal of $350 and asked for donations from the parishioners to help with their project. All proceeds will benefit the Hermann Area Food Pantry and the Diocesan Catholic Charities Agency. The students said the fasting