Trusting the journey, not the destination

Trusting the journey, not the destination

IT HAS been said by some of the wisest that it’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey. For 28-year-old Hannah McDonald, that could not be more true. Wise beyond her years, McDonald had a destination in mind. In fact, it was her retirement plan. However,...
After-school program with a Mission

After-school program with a Mission

LOOKING FOR something extra for your elementary school student to do after school this year? The Good News Club may be the answer! The Good News Club, a program of the nondenominational ministry Tennessee Valley Chapter of Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF), exists to...
The beauty of supporting each other

The beauty of supporting each other

ON THE FIRST TUESDAY of every month, a group of women comes together to meet. They come from all walks of life, in business suits and yoga pants, of all ages, and of all professions. They come to lift each other up, support each other, share ideas, and give advice....
The good stuff takes time.

The good stuff takes time.

MARTHA CAROL Luttrell, more commonly referred to as MC Luttrell, has played a foundational role in organizing a community outreach event in Franklin County over the last several years. Her tireless efforts and laborious prayers have been the backbone and birthing...
Remembering those who served

Remembering those who served

MY GRANDFATHER was a World War II veteran. He served as a staff sergeant for the United States military. He woke each morning and raised the American Flag, displaying it proudly from a front yard flagpole. Each evening he would take it down and fold it as he was...
Teaching teamwork through relationships

Teaching teamwork through relationships

IT’S NEVER too early to open young minds to their futures. It’s essential to encourage students to dream big, but big dreams don’t always take you away from home. Our community is rich with opportunities and benefits in day-to-day life that grow even better when we...