Carol and Paul R. Yoder Jr. trace their charitable impulses to their respective sets of parents. “My parents always tithed, plus,” says Paul, referring to giving more than the biblical ... read more about Yoders Named “Philanthropists of the Year”
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Theater Goes Biblical with J.B.
A performance that revolves around “unanswered problems of a man’s relationship to God in an era of cruel injustices,” J.B., will grace the Lee E. Eshleman Studio Theater as part ... read more about Theater Goes Biblical with J.B.
Helmuth Named Valley Fundraiser of the Year
Phil Helmuth sees no contradiction between his two longtime professions: ordained Mennonite minister and fundraiser for Mennonite-backed causes. Both roles are relationship-based and mission-oriented, he says. Phil grew up in ... read more about Helmuth Named Valley Fundraiser of the Year
Nafziger Competes at NCAA Championships
In just first season running at Eastern Mennonite, Dan Nafziger (Harrisonburg, VA/Harrisonburg) earned a trip to Nationals. The cold weather in the middle of November in Wisconsin did him no ... read more about Nafziger Competes at NCAA Championships
Acclaimed Children’s Choir, D.C. Brass Join for Christmas Concert
The angelic sounds of 130 children’s voices, classical brass and pipe organ will herald in the holidays at the Shenandoah Valley Children’s Choir (SVCC) concerts Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. ... read more about Acclaimed Children’s Choir, D.C. Brass Join for Christmas Concert
Former White House Photographer to Host Exhibit
A former White House photographer will present a multimedia exhibit using photography, video and aprons to express the intricate and powerful lives of women throughout Central and South America. Susan ... read more about Former White House Photographer to Host Exhibit
Research on Flies Could Unlock Aging Mysteries
Courtesy WHSV/TV3. Research being conducted at Eastern Mennonite University in Harrisonburg could begin to shed some light on the mysteries of aging. Assistant professor of biology Jeff Copeland is doing ... read more about Research on Flies Could Unlock Aging Mysteries
USDA Aids Valley-Grown Blueberries
A grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will help feed an organic blueberry revolution in the Shenandoah Valley. “Sustaining Organic Blueberry Production: Analysis of Practices and Assessing Outcomes,” ... read more about USDA Aids Valley-Grown Blueberries
Youth Orchestra, Children’s Choir Announce Concert
The Shenandoah Valley Children’s Choir (SVCC) and the Shenandoah Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra will present a joint concert 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 20, in Lehman Auditorium on the campus of ... read more about Youth Orchestra, Children’s Choir Announce Concert
Serve and Lead Goes Global
A chance to serve and lead on a global scale has led three 2011 spring graduates of Eastern Mennonite University (EMU) far from the comfort and familiarity of Harrisonburg to ... read more about Serve and Lead Goes Global