By Brett Hetherington* Recently I had the opportunity to interview Sarah Knisely, a licensed clinical counselor, mother and the wife of Steve Knisely - the senior pastor of First United Methodist Church of East Liverpool (Mahoning Valley District). During the current COVID-19 pandemic, Knisely has seen a great need to be a resource for people [...]
Category: Local Church
Congregation Provides Easter Basket Meals for Families in Need
By Brett Hetherington* “Instead of each person watching out for their own good, watch out for what is better for others.” - Philippians 2:4 (CEB) The words of the Apostle Paul, from his letters to the church at Philippi and to the Christians of Corinth, were motivation for congregation members of Chardon United Methodist Church [...]
Chaplain Serves as Non-Anxious Presence to Those Highly Fearful of COVID-19
By Rev. Bev Wrobel* I am the chaplain at Ohio Living Breckenridge Village located in Willoughby, Ohio. This beautiful life plan community is home to 780 residents. The majority live independently in ranch homes and apartments. We offer short-term rehab and long-term care at the Fairmount Health and Rehabilitation Center. The attached Nason Center offers [...]