Anne Laura Marie Werth Klaus
Anne Laura Marie Werth Klaus, 93, died Sunday, May 22, 2022, at Hays Medical Center. She was born December 28, 1928, on the family farm near Schoenchen, Kansas, the daughter of Wendelin and Brigitta (Dinges) Werth.
May 2022
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David William Lewis
David William Lewis,75, Topeka, Kansas, passed away on May 23, 2022. David was born December 17, 1946, in Arlington, Virginia, the son of Albert and Faye Baker Lewis.
Ronald “Ron” George Shubert
Ronald “Ron” George Shubert , age 78, passed away on May 5, 2022 at Mercy Hospital in Oklahoma City, OK. He was blessed to have his loving wife and 4 children at his side at the time of his passing.
Eric Randall Huffman
Eric Randall Huffman, 54, passed a w a y peacefully in his sleep on May 8, 2022. Eric was born June 6, 1967 in Quinter, Kansas to Karen and Galen Huffman. Eric came into this world with special needs, but also with special gifts to share. He was raised by the most amazing parents, treasured by his family, lovingly supported by the entire community in which he grew up, and tenderly cared for by dedicated staff members who selflessly gave their time and energy to bring Eric joy and comfort throughout his adult life. He loved Hot Wheels cars, throwing rocks in the water, riding his bike, markers and crayons, stickers, puppies, music, and anything with a Jayhawk logo on it. He loved attending the Quinter Church of the Brethren the church in which he grew up - with Mom and Dad. He attended Beamgard Learning Center in Atwood, KS until the age of 20, then moved into a group home in Hays, KS, where he lived and was cared for by Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas until 2019. He then lived in Wichita, KS in a Starkey group home until his death.
‘Doubting Thomas’ shows us doubt is not always bad
“Doubt is uncertainty; faith is belief.” This statement comes from a definition of the word “doubt.” Doubt is not always a bad thing. Doubt can create an opportunity to learn, to renew, to increase one’s faith. When thinking about fathers or father figures, I am sure they all experienced a period of doubt, in particular those we have come to know within the pages of the Bible. And, in essence, most people in the Bible could be construed to be mothers or fathers for Christian believers. That is why I have chosen to write about one of my favorite “father figures”-- “Doubting” Thomas. I have always felt a
Jairus, a father willing to sacrifice his future for his child
When considering fathers in the scriptures, there are many parents one could write about. Fathers who were extraordinary, whose lives and reputation carried their children far. Fathers whose poor choices affected their lives, the lives of their children and grandchildren, and their entire community.
What can we learn from the Bible’s Job as a father?
Most of us have heard of the “patience of Job.” The Book of Job in the Bible is rightly considered to deal with the mystery concerning why bad things happen to good people and our faithful response to God in times of extreme tragedy.
God’s mercy transforms a father and his family
With the breakdown of the family within our culture, Father’s Day can be difficult for many. As men and fathers, we don’t always get it right, but as we experience the mercy of God, we have a chance to reset.
TMP golfer advances at state
The Thomas More Prep-Marian boys’ golf team advanced one individual to the second day of competition at Monday’s Class 3A State Championships at Salina Municipal Golf Course. The Hays High boys’ golf team did not have a player move on to Tuesday’s scheduled second round at the Class 5A State Championships at Quail Ridge Golf Course in Winfield.