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“THE WHALE DIDN’T EAT JONAH!” Twas a rainy day up north and the tent pitched had been turned into a reading area. Nothing like today to make use of it as my grand tugged at my shirt giving voice.

By John Stenen A Roman Centurion’s servant was paralyzed and dreadfully tormented. He came to Jesus asking Him to come to his house and heal the man. Immediately Jesus said He will come. It was always His will to heal. The centurion said, “Lord, I am not worthy that you should come into my house, but just speak the word and my servant shall be healed.” Scripture says that Jesus marveled at this man’s faith and said, “I have not found such great faith, not even in Israel!” Jesus then said, “Go your way; and as you have believed, so let it be done for you.” And his servant was healed that same hour. (Mt. 8:5-13). Now contrast that with the story in Mark 6:1-6. Jesus had been doing healings and miracles all around, but when He came to His own hometown, they were astonished at His teachings. They admitted His mighty works have been done by Him. However, after saying that His brothers and sisters lived in the village, they were offended by Him, and there, He could do no mighty work. Scripture says, “He marveled at their unbelief. I find the same problem in much of the Church world today. “He doesn’t heal today” they say, “unless He wants to; that all passed away after the last apostle died.” Wrong! “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever.” Hebrews 13:8. He requires that we renew our minds with His Word, study His Word, believe His Word and act on His Word - and not doubt in our hearts. Read Mark 11:22-25. That is how we receive blessings from God. If we keep doubt and unbelief in heart. we receive nothing. James 1:6-7. Have you received Christ into your heart by faith yet? Eph. 2:8 says, “We are saved by grace through faith.”

Murray County Central School Board met on Monday Sept. 9, 2024. The agenda was approved with no additions along with the minutes from the previous meeting and consent agenda items. Personnel recommendations approved, included: Darla Bly - Jr./Sr.Advisor, Kati Bobeldyk – Elem. Yearbook Advisor, Kim DeLong – Secondary Yearbook Advisor, Lucas Freeman – Jr. Sr. Advisor, Christie Gergen – Elementary Vocal Music Director, Isaac Harms – Fall Music Director, Kirsten Harms – Asst. Fall Musical Vocal Director, Caitlyn Harmson – MN Honor Society, Mike Helgeson – Fall Musical Asst. Inst. Director, Mike Helgeson – Instrumental Music Director, Sharon Johnson - SpEd Services and SEAT Team, Christine Larson – Jr./ Sr. Advisor and JH Language Arts Lab, Lindy Larson – SpEd Services, Rachel Sheldahl – Secondary Vocal Music Director, Joanna Vogel - EL Services, Christina Walker – Online Learning Coordinator, Jason Wischnak – Intro to Ed (College Now), Debra Bleyenberg – District Web Mistress, Casey Gass – Elementary Enrichment Coordinator, Mary Homan – Elem. Secretary Long Term Sub, Courtney Rossow – Paraprofessional, James Wajer – Jr./Sr Advisor, Makenzie Sweetman – Speech/Language Pathology Asst., Mandy Berglund – Paraprofessional, Brittany Gorter and Tammi Paulzine requested Lane Changes from BA to BA+15. Christina Walker requested 12 weeks maternity leave. Camille Paulzine resigned from her position as a paraprofessional. After 27 years, Betty Van Peursem will be retiring from her position as a para-educator as of Oct. 31, 2024. All of these requests were approved.

I hope this message finds you well and that your family is off to a fantastic start this school year. We are excited to share some wonderful new initiatives we’re rolling out this year that will enrich our students’ learning experience and support their social and emotional growth.

The public is invited to join the Pipestone County Historical Society for its September Coffee Talk on Thursday, September 19th, when Museum Educator, Trava Olivier, shares information on the Percheron Horse farm that was located across 2 sections of Troy Township from the early 1880s to 1901.

Question: Hello, we took a trip to the cities this summer. While down there we came across these freeway ramp meters. I know we don’t have those in out-state Minnesota but I thought you might be able to write about it in one of your articles for anyone that travels. Thank you for all you do and be safe!

Murray County 4-H had twenty kids exhibit general projects at the Minnesota State Fair as well as three llama / alpaca exhibitors. 4-H general/static projects are housed on the fairgrounds for the duration of the Minnesota State Fair. The llama/ alpaca encampment began on Wednesday, August 28 and ended on Friday, August 30. 4-H youth from across Minnesota again showcased their learning in the 4-H Building at the Minnesota State Fair. Over 155 demonstrations were delivered and over 1,900 general exhibits were on display. Llama/ Alpaca had 76 exhibits total.

Please, do not request that your name be left off the District Court List. FULDA POLICE DEPARTMENT Antonio Martin Perez, Fulda, MN, Burglary-2nd degree-Dwelling - $350.

With nearly sixty 4-H youth members, the Currie Poco-a-Poco 4-H Club is ready to take on another year looking to continue their involvement within the community. The Currie Poco-a-Poco held a meeting on Sunday, September 8, where twenty-one youth met to discuss the 2024-2025 year by electing officers, reviewing fair topics/ showcases, creating future events and catching up with one another before the school year begins.