The Devotion to Christ – Going to the chapel…
By Brian Cook Continued from last week In order to get to the chapel at the Eternal Word Television Network in Irondale, I had to exit the gift shop, walk outside and around the corner and enter through two beautiful wooden double doors with antique brass handles. The doors were perfectly balanced and impeccably quiet, […]
From God’s word – Lessons from a flock of geese
By Toni Ford Have you ever paid much attention to geese? Scientists have conducted extensive studies as to why geese fly in a distinctive “V” formation when migrating south, and as a result, numerous and fascinating results have been found. There are many spiritual applications we can learn from geese, as well. Let’s look at […]
Fluffy Lemon Pie, Tea Cakes, Lace Cookies
By Andy Bedwell Fluffy Lemon Pie 8-ounce cream cheese, softened Can of condensed milk 1/2 cup lemon juice (just a splash above 1/2 cup) 2 teaspoons vanilla 1 pint heavy whipping cream, (I put mine in the freezer for a few minutes before whipping) 3/4 cup sugar Mix the cream cheese, condensed milk and lemon […]
Keep Smilin’ with Rosie Preston – Don’t ever sell yourself short
By Rosie Preston The year was 1980 and I had registered to attend Gadsden State. Unlike in high school, I sat as close to the front as close as possible. My English teacher, Dr. Glenda Selman, explained what would be expected of us in her class while informing us that she never gave a student […]
What sort of chaos blesses your heart?
By Vicki Scott My husband and I recently attended Grandparent’s Day at our grandchildren’s elementary school. It was the first time we had been invited to such an event, so everything else was cancelled in our life to be sure and attend. Coincidently, there was a book fair at that very same school at the […]
Community Calendar: April 19, 2024
Email your submissions to khoskins@gadsdenmessenger.com. Please include the name, date, time, location and cost of the event, as well as contact information for event coordinators. April 20 The Northeast Alabama Genealogical Society will host the Ancestor Swap Meet on Saturday, April 20 at the Downtown Civic Center in Gadsden from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. […]
Southside sweeps county track & field meet
Photo: The Southside High girls track and field team gathers for a photo after winning the Etowah County Schools Meet on Wednesday, April 17 at Gadsden City High School. Pictured, kneeling, from left: Taylor Dortch, Lucy Valentine, Marlee Tucker, Anna Beth Cashman, Haley Powers,Kathryn Webb, Kinsey Carter, Audrey Kate Sullivan, Janice Hoenou. Standing, from left: […]
West End shuts down Susan Moore in season finale
Photo: West End’s Triston Chaney (left) tags out a Susan Moore baserunner during the Patriots’ 14-1 victory in high school baseball on on Tuesday, April 16 in Walnut Grove. (Submitted photo) The West End High baseball team ended its season by handling Susan Moore, 14-1, in five innings on Tuesday, April 16 in Walnut Grove. […]
Local teams ranked in final ASWA softball, baseball poll
Messenger file photo by Chris McCarthy Released April 18 Softball Class 7A 1. Hewitt-Trussville 2. Thompson 3. Hoover 4. Central-Phenix City 5. Daphne 6. Vestavia Hills 7. Huntsville 8. Bob Jones 9. Austin 10. Tuscaloosa County Class 6A 1. Helena 2. Wetumpka 3. Saraland 4. Hartselle 5. Athens 6. Spanish Fort 7. Hazel Green 8. […]