What a blessing to be a part of Holy Week in Worth County! As you know Holy Week is the week preceding Easter each year. Holy Week was hosted at the Christian Church – a location befitting of the magnificence of His work! For one week each year, all of the churches in Worth County come together for worship. On Monday, Norman Runyon gave an inspiring account of the truth in God’s word in the Bible. Tuesday brought us the new interim Baptist pastor, Richard Lamborn. His emphasis was putting less on SELF, an act that would beautify us all! Chuck Warner spoke to us on Wednesday about the meaning of fathom. It is difficult for most of us to fathom God’s love – to think he sacrificed His own son! Thursday brought out the Assembly Muppets and their endeavor to sell used tombstones. (One of those things – you just had to be there!) On Good Friday, Dr. Tim Wall, Assistant Professor and Coordinator of Assessment in Education at Missouri Western State University in St Joseph delivered the message and Travis Dimmitt shared his gift of music. Tim, and wife Jenny, live in Maryville with their two children. Travis is the Principal at North Nodaway in Hopkins. Travis also lives in Maryville, with his wife Elizabeth and their two children. Both have been assisting at the Methodist Church. Travis’ rendition of “Watch the Lamb” was a moving experience! Thanks to the kind soul who offered me a Kleenex, my sleeve was getting a little soggy. If you are not familiar with this song, find it online on YouTube. You won’t forget it for some time! This writer was so very humbled by this, it changed the essence of the Easter weekend. Don Null introduced Tim and Travis, as well as offering the recap of the week (much of which was used to jog my memory here! – thanks Don!) Don reminded everyone of a very cold Sunrise Service with Tommy Randal at the football field on Easter morning. Although I was not a part of that worship service, I can imagine the sight. Don suggested reviving this ‘collective’ Sunrise service on Easter morning. If you agree, say something to your local pastor. Our next opportunity to worship as a community of believers will be June 24 at 9 o’clock at the Sheridan City Park. Brunch will follow services. Hope to see you there! There are fifteen churches in Worth County. These congregations support their church family as well as the community. They continue to be prayer warriors right in our midst. Thank You! And thanks to all those who worked behind the scenes to bring Holy Week to us all!
We have another hard working group of ladies that should be mentioned. This group is “Grant 4 Change.” Have you noticed the basketball court east of the Square? It looks wonderful! This court gets used ALOT! Another contribution to our community this group has made are the Horse Shoe Pits east of the court. On April 21, “Grant 4 Change” held a 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament and a Horse Shoe Pitching Tournament. It was a very cool and dreary day but turnout was good. Dale Findley and I played as a team. Don’t believe the tales that we are bad pitchers even though we lost 3 out of 3! Some of the competition was good and some were just darned lucky! As Mr. Findley would say, “I would rather be lucky than good any day!” If you want to brush up on your skills, meet at the pits on Thursdays at 6:00 p.m. Good, cheap fun! Their next event will be a Texas Hold ‘em Tournament at the Sale Barn on June 2. Our “Grant 4 Change” group is now working toward reviving the volleyball court at the Pool Park. They are really working for improvements for the families and youth of our community. My personal thanks to their board members (AND THEIR HUSBANDS!): Abbey Morin, Rachel Jackson, Krystal Grisham, Amber Steele and Jamie Nunguster! Keep up the good work!! You are making GREAT GRANT CHANGES!
Our featured Business of the Month is Paxson's Welding & Tire Service (660-562-4497 OR 660-799-2512).
This business is owned and operated by Tyler Paxson in Sheridan, MO. Tyler offers a complete welding shop for all your ag repair needs. In addition, he offers on-site tire repair as well as sells all major brands of new tires. Add custom exhaust work and hydraulic hoses to that list! Tyler has custom fabricated a well made tree puller that hooks to a skid steer or 3 point hitch assembly. His creativity has no boundary as he has also made a three point adapter with a hydraulic PTO to allow any tractor attachment mount to a skid steer. Bale stabbers are available for three point or skid steer, both with removable tines. Tyler is an enterprising, young family man! He employs Montana Rush, who does a great job helping customers and welding up Tyler's creations. At the risk of sounding like a broken record folks -- can't say it enough -- BUY LOCAL! Local families depend on it!
At the time of this reading, we will be literally HOURS from our very first County Market Day! There have been hours and hours put in by a number of people to create a successful market. We will have eggs, baby chicks and bedding plants for sale this Saturday! We will have bakers and candle makers! Our market will grow with your support as a buyer and/or vendor. Let’s get growing!!
You will receive a flyer indicating our Market Schedule. Thanks to the Worth County Progress Organization and the Grant City Community Betterment for helping to make this happen! You may also receive one in the mail. SHARE IT! POST IT! TALK ABOUT IT! Not only does this flyer give you a Market Schedule but it also lists some of the events happenin’ in Worth County. There’s something going on in Worth County this summer for cowboys, pullers, golfers, poker players, savvy shoppers, EATERS and those of us just wantin’ to have a little fun!
So until next time – ENJOY! It’s summertime in God’s country!
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