Wisdom and Wit on Faith Pride and Abel’s Sacrifice
An analysis of Genesis 4 4 5 contrasting Abel’s humble faith with Cain’s pride. It argues Abel’s faith led to acceptance of his sacrifice while Cain’s heart caused rejection, urging spiritual over physical value. Includes humor and brain teasers, with a contact email for questions.
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Cain
Abel
Abels
God
Judah
Moses
Israel
Nehushtan
Yahoo.com
Positive Valley Banner letters applaud local stories
Richard C Monger of Elkton praises The Valley Banner in the January seven edition for its honesty and openness. He highlights Chris Mason in Alcoholics Anonymous piece and wishes him and his family well while thanking the paper for informative coverage.
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The
Valley Banner
Chris Mason
Alcoholics Anonymous
Elkton
Chris
Banner
Thanks from Elkton Area United Services
Linda Hughes thanks the Elkton community for support of holiday programs in 2009. Boxes of food were distributed to 617 individuals in November and again to 617 in December. The economy boosted signups for the Holiday Cheer Program and 168 children received toys and clothing for Christmas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
EAUS
Elkton
Community firewood drive boosts Shenandoah families
Annie Schupner and Ron Schupner organized a wood aid effort in Shenandoah drawing 30 volunteers from churches and schools. They secured 80 acres to harvest oak and pine for 27 families, delivering heat before a harsh winter. The project stemmed from a TV story and relied on community goodwill, not ads.
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Annie Schupner
Ron
Shenandoah Hardware
Shenandoah
Grove Hill
Page County
Page County High School
Saint Peter’s Lutheran
Shenandoah Pentecostal
Christ United Methodist
Fields United Methodist
Mount Lebanon Conservative Christian Congregational Church
Shenandoah Volunteer Fire Company
IGA
Schupner
Whsv Tv-3
Schupners
Elkton Fire Company Seeks 2.4 Million USDA Loan for New Station
Elkton's fire company plans to buy the Myers facility after a 2008 tornado damage and a failed Town Hall sale. They seek a 2.4 million USDA Rural Development loan, with Harrisonburg handling final approval, using funds from the 2009 stimulus package.
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Elkton
Grottoes
Terrace Avenue
Flory
Larry Bompiani
Myers
Fire Company
Rural Development Office
U.S. Department of Agriculture
USDA
Harrisonburg
Vern Orrell
Rural Development
Richmond
Elkton Company
Department of Agriculture
Orrell
Orell
Washington, D.C
Deadline for Letters to the Editor Set at Noon Mondays
The newspaper announces that letters to the editor must arrive by noon each Monday. Submissions are limited to 300 words and must include the author’s name address and telephone number for verification.
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Jesus
Richard C, Monger
Elkton Area
United Services
Linda Hughes
Sarosebyrd Newspapers
Rel Oeny
Jeff Vaughan
KVK Precision Industries
Denny Price
Eivelsototen
Hrblock
Luray Shop
Luray
Spotswood Trail
Ace Hardware
Timberway
Food Lion Shop
Imberville
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