The story of Lazarus in John 11 was the focus of Matt MacConnell's sermon on Sunday. In reading the verses, you realize that there are so many lessons we can learn from this passage. The more you read, the more you see what Jesus was trying to convey to his followers.

This week's best news was the .90 rain in our gauge Friday evening. Surrounding areas, especially northwest and northeast, received more, but we got more than I expected. We had two nights without air-conditioning, and the cool fall-like temperatures were terrific.

SHS Class of 1973 Gathers For 50th Class Reunion.

SHS Class of 1983 Unites.

READY FOR AN EXCITING SCHOOL YEAR!.

Roping at the RCFF Ranch Rodeo.

Dale Anderson: “‘Confusion’ said when you enter a room to do or get something, but can’t remember what it was, you have senioritis. That goes along with bursitis, arthritis, toothitis, gassyitis, frustrationitis, reading glassesitis, and a whole gob of other itises and syndromes!”

ARE YOU A JEW? In Bible times, the Jews took great pride in being descended from Abraham. God had chosen to make a new race of people from him and his descendants. And he promised to uniquely be their God, guide, provider, and protector. As an outward, physical sign that they were His people, God also demanded that Jewish males be circumcised. However, over time, the Jews came to believe that being physical descendants of Abraham and practicing physical circumcision made them 'right with God' and gave them eternal life. However, God says in Romans 2:28-29, 'For he is not a Jew who is one outwardly, nor is circumcision that which is outward in the flesh; but he is a Jew who is one inwardly, and circumcision is that of the heart.'

These full-color photos are courtesy of Farm Bureau Financial Services

The Stockton Public Library will be hosting its Storytime Program with stories, crafts and more for all ages on Friday mornings from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. starting on September 8th. The program schedule has great themes lined up for each Friday morning when school is in session, so mark your calendars now to join in the fun!