religion

In ancient tradition, Christians would announce the birth of Christ with the tolling of bells. In fact, in some communities, churches would compete to be the loudest. Over the years the tradition seemed to die out, but for members of St. Joseph Catholic Church the custom has become...

Rosemount residents can add some soul to their Christmas with the Soulful Sound Christmas Concert at 7 p.m. Dec. 16 at Lighthouse Christian Church. The concert is actually part of a three part series of concerts that will be held in collaboration with Grace Place out of St. Paul and...

The streets of Bethlehem will come to life at Our Savior Lutheran Church Dec. 14 and 15. It's a huge undertaking for the small congregation, but pastor Neil Ristow said it's one of the best things the church does. "We really enjoy putting it on," said Ristow. Annually, the congregation...

While it's easy to concentrate on what divides us, Thanksgiving is a time to gather and give thanks for all that we have in common. At least, that's what Fr. Paul Jarvis and Pastor Karen Bruins hope to accomplish this Thanksgiving Eve. The leaders from St. Joseph Catholic Church,...

For Doug Kauffman a walk around Rosemount started a monthly tradition that has caught on with others. Kauffman was hoping to find a house in Rosemount about a year ago. He was struggling to find something and a friend suggested he walk around town and pray about it. A different friend...

Community of Hope Church will honor those who serve and protect during both of their services July 1. An event the church is calling Valor Sunday will celebrate, honor and thank men and women who serve their fellow people, said executive pastor Jason Lovold. Lovold said Community...

No one wants to plan for death, but facts are it will happen to all of us. And in case of the worst it's good to have some decisions made, so others don't have to make them for you. To help Rosemount residents get ready, Church of St. Joseph will host a Life Planning Seminar from...

As a congregation, Lighthouse Christian Church aims to connect people with Jesus Christ. As part of that effort the church is getting out into the community and showing the love of God through care and kindness. On May 19 the church will hold a volunteer day for its members. Members...

When people come to Lutheran Church of Our Savior's new night service, pastor Neil Ristow wants them to come with their thinking caps on. The church will launch the new Sunday night program April 15 and it's meant to be thought provoking. To start with, program attendees will read...