This Is My Story

How my art was formed by faith, family, and zinnias

By Scarlett Johnston As a native of Purvis, Mississippi, I consider myself a bit of a country girl. I went on to attend Mississippi College and graduated with a bachelor of science in nursing. I...
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Christ United

Thank you, pastors! Mississippi churches express their appreciation

In honor of Pastor Appreciation Month, following are some “thank-you”s from Mississippi churches to their pastors. Don’t see your pastor on these pages? Tell your church to contact us next fall!...
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Editor's Letter

My struggle to leave the phone alone

By Katie Ginn The other night, I introduced Stephen to “Miss Congeniality,” the Sandra Bullock movie from the year 2000. (I had watched “Sonic the Hedgehog,” so it was only fair.) Sandy plays a...
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Community Outreach

New Gluckstadt church aims to be a Wellspring of life

By Mandy Bufkin There’s a new church in town: Matt Ayars, pastor of Wellspring Church in Gluckstadt, recently spoke with MCL Contributing Writer Mandy Bufkin about his new role, the people and...
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Modern Motherhood

Why our pastors need our prayers

By Sarah Beasley Rein Each week as my husband and I worship with our faith family at Lakeside Presbyterian Church, I’m observing my children. Sometimes I don’t have a choice because they are poking...
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What's Going On

Wesley Biblical Seminary welcomes new president

By Courtney Ingle Wesley Biblical Seminary (WBS) in Ridgeland has appointed Andy Miller as its new president, marking a significant leadership change during a pivotal moment for the institution....
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Shay Greenwood

Why it’s important to shop small

By Shay Greenwood Anyone else love the ease of shopping online? I know I do. But, realizing that small businesses and local boutiques are struggling, I want to be more intentional about supporting...
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Chris Fields

Why weight training is for health, not bulk

By Chris Fields Contrary to popular belief, weight training does not make you bulky. I often hear this when I recommend or introduce weight training as a therapeutic for chronic disease or weight...
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Living My Call

Kathy Ireland on faith, modeling, business, and Christian education

By Katie Ginn If you were around in the ‘80s and ‘90s, you’ve probably heard of supermodel Kathy Ireland. What you might not know is that her first love was not modeling, but business - from as...
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Redefining Retirement

Madison octogenarian writes fifth book since age 65

By Laura Lee Leathers Look up James Crockett online and you will find actor Don Johnson, who played the fictional James “Sonny” Crockett on NBC’s “Miami Vice.” This article is not about a fictional...
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How my art was formed by faith, family, and zinnias

by | September 27, 2024 | Columns, Inspiration, This Is My Story | 0 Comments

By Scarlett Johnston As a native of Purvis, Mississippi, I consider myself a bit of a country girl. I went on to attend Mississippi College and graduated with a bachelor of science in nursing. I have lived in the metro area for many years and love living in Madison...
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Thank you, pastors! Mississippi churches express their appreciation

by | September 27, 2024 | Columns, Feature Story, Inspiration | 0 Comments

In honor of Pastor Appreciation Month, following are some “thank-you”s from Mississippi churches to their pastors. Don’t see your pastor on these pages? Tell your church to contact us next fall! Anderson United Methodist Church, Jackson A pastor is greatly appreciated...
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My struggle to leave the phone alone

by | September 27, 2024 | Columns, Editor's Letter | 0 Comments

By Katie Ginn The other night, I introduced Stephen to “Miss Congeniality,” the Sandra Bullock movie from the year 2000. (I had watched “Sonic the Hedgehog,” so it was only fair.) Sandy plays a slovenly federal agent who poses as a “Miss United States” contestant in...
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New Gluckstadt church aims to be a Wellspring of life

by | September 27, 2024 | Columns, Community Outreach, Inspiration | 0 Comments

By Mandy Bufkin There’s a new church in town: Matt Ayars, pastor of Wellspring Church in Gluckstadt, recently spoke with MCL Contributing Writer Mandy Bufkin about his new role, the people and mission of Wellspring, and what visitors can expect.  Mandy Bufkin: Tell me...
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Why our pastors need our prayers

by | September 27, 2024 | Columns, Modern Motherhood, Relationships | 0 Comments

By Sarah Beasley Rein Each week as my husband and I worship with our faith family at Lakeside Presbyterian Church, I’m observing my children. Sometimes I don’t have a choice because they are poking me to ask for a pen or whispering too loudly with one of their...
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Wesley Biblical Seminary welcomes new president

by | September 27, 2024 | Columns, News & Events, What's Going On | 0 Comments

By Courtney Ingle Wesley Biblical Seminary (WBS) in Ridgeland has appointed Andy Miller as its new president, marking a significant leadership change during a pivotal moment for the institution. Miller, who has served WBS for three years as academic dean, brings a...
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Why it’s important to shop small

by | September 27, 2024 | Columns, Faith Fashion & Fitness, Lifestyle | 0 Comments

By Shay Greenwood Anyone else love the ease of shopping online? I know I do. But, realizing that small businesses and local boutiques are struggling, I want to be more intentional about supporting them and helping our local economy grow. Here are some reasons why it’s...
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Why weight training is for health, not bulk

by | September 27, 2024 | Columns, Health & Wellness, Health & Wellness | 0 Comments

By Chris Fields Contrary to popular belief, weight training does not make you bulky. I often hear this when I recommend or introduce weight training as a therapeutic for chronic disease or weight management. That’s right: Weight training is a recommended therapeutic...
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Kathy Ireland on faith, modeling, business, and Christian education

by | September 27, 2024 | Columns, Inspiration, Living My Call | 0 Comments

By Katie Ginn If you were around in the ‘80s and ‘90s, you’ve probably heard of supermodel Kathy Ireland. What you might not know is that her first love was not modeling, but business - from as early as 4 years old. You also might not know that as Kathy’s modeling...
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Madison octogenarian writes fifth book since age 65

by | September 27, 2024 | Columns, Practical Living, Redefining Retirement | 0 Comments

By Laura Lee Leathers Look up James Crockett online and you will find actor Don Johnson, who played the fictional James “Sonny” Crockett on NBC’s “Miami Vice.” This article is not about a fictional character. Instead, it’s about James “Jim” Crockett of Madison, who...
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Mississippi mental health resource guide

by | Aug 30, 2024

For our Faith & Mental Health edition, we wanted to provide a list of people, organizations, and resources that can help with everything from suicidal ideation to intimacy problems, substance abuse, motherhood challenges, and more. Please note, many of these resources can help with far more...

Your favorite public school teachers and coaches

by | Aug 1, 2024

Public school educators and coaches are some of the hardest-working individuals we know, and we asked YOU to name your favorites. Read on to meet just a few of Mississippi’s brightest lights - and be on the lookout next year to submit YOUR tributes! Jennifer Adams is a choir teacher at Germantown...

Wedding vendors’ advice for your big day

by | Jul 1, 2024

We asked Mississippi wedding vendors, “What’s the biggest piece of advice you would offer your clients?” Their answers provide lots of helpful hints that will make the big day go better - and even some good advice for the marriage itself. The Chapel at Livingston Since opening the Chapel at...