Early Romans welcomed the new year in March — the time of the spring equinox — as did the ancient Babylonians The flooding of the Nile, which usually occurred in June, marked the beginning of the new year for ancient Egyptians, who would sing, dance, and feast for a month to welcome the waters that […]
NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER & HOPE
Mark your calendar for an extra special time of Prayer and Hope, Thursday May 7th. For years you participated in the National Day of Prayer, the first Thursday in May by gathering at the city square or civic center for lunch-time prayer. This year that day should take on a new, fresh meaning as you join […]