Community Events

As pollinators make their first appearances this season, it is the perfect time to learn about our primary pollinators, bees! Come to the BFEC to learn about the role they play in supporting ecosystems, the challenges they have faced regarding climate change, and actions we can take to protect and support our bees moving forward!  Meet at the resource center.

Prepare your heart for Palm Sunday

March 29 | 10:45 AM service

Chancel Choir will present the inspiring Cantata

“On A Hill Too Far Away”

lifting our hearts together in worship

Join us for a Doc Talk with Steven Reitz, MD, where he will discuss the basics of colorectal cancer, who should be screened and when, and how early detection significantly improves outcomes. Whether you’re
approaching screening age or supporting a loved one, this talk will provide valuable insights for taking charge of your health. This is event is intended as informational and offers opportunity to ask the doctor questions. Free and open to the public. Registration is required: call 740.393.9621.

Journey through Holy Week at Gay Street United Methodist Church by attending the Maundy Thursday service.

April 2, 2026 | 7:00 PM

Experience this unique service presented by Rev. Christopher Liberati.

Journey through Holy Week at Gay Street United Methodist Church

The Sanctuary will be open for prayer, reflection, or simply setting in God’s presence on Friday, April 3, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

All are welcome to attend. Please use the Chestnut Street ramp/ADA door to enter.

Early April is a great time to slow down and explore the forest floor. We’ll head outdoors to gently flip logs, look through leaf litter, and search for woodland salamanders in cool, damp forest habitats. Along the way, we’ll talk about where salamanders hide, how they survive without ponds, and why fallen wood matters. Dress for the weather.  Meet at the Observatory.

End your Journey through Holy Week on Easter Sunday at Gay Street United Methodist Church.

There will be two services:

8:30 AM Chapel Service

10:45 AM Sanctuary Service

Lifeline 2026 is coming April 8 – 13

Lifeline 2026, WNZR’s annual fundraiser, is coming Wednesday, April 8 through Monday, April 13. This year’s theme is “God Did It!”

This year’s Theme Verse is Psalm 115:1 (NIV– New International Translation)

Not to us, Lord, not to us but to your name be the glory, because of your love and faithfulness.

Wednesday, 4/8 – Day of Prayer and Praise

From 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., we will break from regular programming to spend the day praising the Lord and praying for the needs of our community. Please be part of this special day. Call 740-392-9090 and share your testimony. Or submit a prayer request online.

Go to wnzr.fm and click on the prayer button.

Thursday 4/9, Lifeline Choice Challenge

This popular challenge returns from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Everyone that donates a pledge of $150 will receive a choice of $30 in gift certificates to a local restaurant. Thanks to Southside Diner, Papa John’s Pizza. Wendy’s and Tim Hortons of Mount Vernon for their support.

Friday 4/10, Matching Challenge Day

Pledge your support and have your money doubled! Thanks to the generosity of several donors, the day will be filled with matching challenges. Listen in from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. for your chance to double the amount of your pledge.

Monday 4/13, Lifeline Wrap-Up Day

This is a day to say thank you! Join us from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. as we share memories and praises from this year’s Lifeline.

*Keep watching http://www.wnzr.fm for more information on Lifeline 2026!*

Evidence-based 4-week program offered at 2 different times to accommodate schedules

Helping Children Deal with Loss for Adults to Help Children Deal with Death, Divorce,

Pet Loss, Moving, and Other Losses. There are many Myths about dealing with sad emotions that confuse children:

• Time heals all wounds
• Replace the loss
• Cry alone
• Be strong for others
• Bury your feelings
• Don’t feel bad, have a cookie, you’ll feel better…

In this program you will learn how to replace these myths with practical guidance for your children.

The 4-Week Program will be held with two options of times

                                                 April 8^th   4p-6p or 6p-8p

                                                 April 13^th  4p-6p or 6p-8p

                                                 April 20^th 4p-6p or 6p-8p

                                                 April 27^th 4p-6p or 6p-8p

11660 Upper Gilchrist Road, Mount Vernon, Ohio 43050

                    For more information call:

Tina Cockrell, MPH, Certified Grief Recovery Specialist^®

740-392-2200 ext. 2229 or email info@knoxhealth.com

“Get your kicks” through essential road music along with visuals and backstories from one of America’s most iconic highways.

As we follow the highway, we will learn about the rich history, the cultural impacts, the kitschy cool nostalgia, and the must-do travel stops you need to see along the way!

Certain to entertain and inspire reading lists, play-lists and perhaps spark your “bucket list” road trip!

Let’s go!!!