Anderson shows love for Jesus by serving people

“I love the Lord,” stated Diane Anderson, Culver. “Jesus was all about servanthood. He wants us to go into all the world and tell people that He died for their sins to give them eternal life. So, my first question to myself is: ‘What can I do for Jesus?’ He’s done so much for me.”

Anderson and her daughter Stephanie took a trip to Israel. “Stephanie and I had the opportunity to earn a scholarship that paid for a large portion of our trip by memorizing the Sermon on the Mount, Matthew 5 through 7. That was the beginning of my time of great spiritual growth. Although I do not have a photographic memory, this portion of Scripture is very special to me. I was memorizing the words of Jesus and became a different person from then on. God was doing a special work inside of me.”

Going to Israel made the Bible come to life for Anderson. “The landscape is breathtak- ing. A highlight for me was a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee. Then we ate fresh fish on the beach, to commemorate the time Jesus cooked over an open fire for His disciples.”

Another highlight was a trip to a cave that was thought to be the place Jesus was born. “Back then, often people kept their livestock in these caves, and they were called barns or stables. We crawled through a small opening into this cold, damp cave that seemed very uninviting to me. To think that the King of the universe was born in a damp cave brought me to tears — such humble beginnings.”

She and her husband Steve love to travel. “I’ve been to 27 countries. Some of these have been mission trips. One of the most exotic trips was to Kenya, where I enjoyed a safari. This past February I traveled to Honduras with blankets the ladies made for newborn babies. Those who can’t afford a blanket in which to bring their babies home in Honduras are forced to wrap the infants

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The article titled “Akron 4th of July festivities have begun” in the June 28 issue listed an incorrect schedule of events. The correct schedule appeared on page 10. Correct information has been published on InkFreeNews.com. We apologize for the error. in newspapers.”

Events continuing through Saturday, July 8, is a book sale at the Akron Public Library. The sale will be from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 5 through Friday, July 7 and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 8.

When she’s at home, Anderson still reaches out with the message of salvation in Jesus Christ. “I’m a local board member of Child Evangelism Fellowship, serving Fulton, Pulaski, Kosciusko, Starke, Marshall and St. Joseph Counties. This past school year, I volunteered at Jefferson Elementary to host The Good News Club. This was an after-school program that met for one day a week for six weeks.”

Anderson describes The Good News Club as a miniature Vacation Bible School. “We have a Bible lesson and memorize Scripture. Then we have a continuous mission story, games and snacks. Since the same kids come for six weeks, we get to know them pretty well. That affords us the opportunity to mentor and disciple them. There’s nothing so sweet as to hear a young person pray to receive Jesus in their own words.”

She and Steve have been married 30 years. They attend Crossroads Church, Plymouth.

“We flip houses for a living,” she explained. “Steve is a master of everything from furnace repair to roofing. I’m his helper. I’m a good painter and a master cutter on the chop saw.”

The Andersons have two grown children, four grandchildren and one on the way. “Being a grandmother is so much fun. I love spending time with the grandkids.”

Woodlawn Health seeks alternate operations plan in Fulton

Woodlawn Health announced it will temporarily suspend operations at the Fulton Clinic on Dunn Street, effective July 21.

While operations are suspended, patients should continue their care at Fulton County Medical Clinic’s new location, 1432 E. 9th St., Rochester.

“We are sad that we have to temporarily suspend operations and are working to find the best possible way to serve Fulton and surrounding communities in the near future,” said Brad Rogers, COO of Woodlawn Health.

Woodlawn will continue to be an active member of the community while operations are suspended.

“We still plan to be active in our community outreach to the Fulton area,” Rogers added. “Woodlawn Health is happy to care for you and our community.”

If patients have any questions, call Fulton County Medical Clinic at (574) 223-4337.