As Christians, we have often heard Matthew 16:13-18 used to relate the message of Jesus and the beginning of the church. The verses tell us, 'When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, 'Who do people say the Son of Man is?' They replied, 'Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets.' But what about you?, he asked, who do you say I am?SimonPeteranswered, 'You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.' Jesus replied, 'Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah, for this was not revealed to you by flesh and blood but by my Father in heaven. And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock, I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it.'' Over the last few weeks, Pastor Matt has talked about 'restoring the essentials of the primitive, apostolic church.' The verses above give us a good look at the New Testament church. Jesus' conversation with Peter gives us the foundation upon which the church is built. Peter was the small stone, a pebble if you will, and Jesus is the cornerstone on which the entire church was built. He is the foundation.

The College of Agriculture Ambassadors are student leaders devoted to sharing their experiences and supporting prospective K-State students who may be interested in academic programs within the college. Whether creating meaningful connections with prospective students and their families, providing campus tours, or building relationships with faculty and current students, it is the responsibility of an Ag Ambassador to share resources and make others feel welcome in the college. Students who have a strong academic record, possess significant leadership skills and have a major in the College of Agriculture are eligible for membership. After being selected to be a part of the organization, ambassadors are trained through the Agriculture Leadership Program and other developments to enable professional and personal growth.

Three Kansas University students, all from Plainville, are among the more than than 8,000 undergraduate students earning honor roll distinction for the fall 2023 semester. The honor roll comprises undergraduates who meet requirements in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences and in the schools of Architecture & Design, Business, Education & Human Sciences, Engineering, Health Professions, Journalism & Mass Communications, Music, Nursing, Pharmacy, Professional Studies and Social Welfare.

Melissa Ard of Woodston is among 245 students named to the President’s List for the fall 2023 semester at Barton Community College. Students who qualify for this honor must have been enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours and maintained a grade point average of 4.0 on a 4.0 or “A” letter scale..

King & Queen.

Tierra Yohon of Stockton is among 314 students on the Dean’s List for the fall 2023 semester at Barton Community College. Students who qualify for this honor must have been enrolled in at least 12 credit hours and maintained a grade point average of 3.5 to 3.99 on a 4.0 or “A” letter scale..

Phone: 785-994-6370 (home) or 785-476-5206 (cell) Life has improved out here in the country in the last several weeks, including my mood. We can shed some of the winter layers of clothing and mud boots for a while.

One of our purposes as a Christian church is to 'restore the essentials of the primitive, apostolic church, and with them, engage in the common task of extending the kingdom of God.' We took a deeper look at that purpose this week in our continuing study of church by-laws.

PARADOXES. There are quite a few of them in God's Word. A paradox is something that seems to be a contradiction, yet when understood correctly, it is actually true. One of the most obvious is God Himself. In Mark 12:29, we read, 'And Jesus answered him, The first of all the commandments is, Hear, O Israel; The Lord our God is one Lord.' God is one, yet God is three Persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit (e.g., Matt. 28:19). It's true, yet impossible to fully grasp. In his God-given wisdom, Solomon states in Proverbs 11:24, 'There is one who scatters, and yet increases all the more.' How can you give away and yet have more? That's a paradox.

Madison Horn of Stockton is among the 3,686 students who were on the WSU Dean’s Honor Roll for fall 2023. To be included on the dean's honor roll, a student must be enrolled full time (at least 12 credit hours) and earn at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale..