Animated movie review: The Book of Life is attempt to share a distinctive culture with a world audience

As Christians prepare for All Saints’ Day, it might be a good time for us to become acquainted with Mexico’s Day of the Dead. Before you get too worked up about how pagan-y this all sounds, you need to know that Catholicism is alive and well in Mexico and that the Christian faith comes to [...]

Take the “Rice Bucket” Challenge

We’ve all heard of the Ice Bucket Challenge – a fundraiser for the ALS association that has raised $115 million since July 29 of this year to fight Lou Gehrig’s disease. The East Ohio Conference has been active in a relief effort to eradicate the deadly Ebola virus from West Africa. While thousands of people have [...]

Brick mason builds outdoor brick oven to add to Camp Asbury’s ministry

After 18 months, brick mason, Lee Kachner along with Camp Asbury staff and volunteers completed the construction of its outdoor brick oven and fireplace in June 2014. Located on the patio outside the Asbury dining hall, the brick oven and fireplace was used during summer camp. It will also be used in the retreat season [...]