May 24, 2013


Chance of a lifetime: NS grad in Italy to witness new pope’s introduction

Despite a heavy rain, thousands of faithful Catholics crowded St. Peter's Square outside the Vatican on March 13 to await the announcement that their new pope had been elected. Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Argentina took the name Francis upon becoming the church's 266th pontiff.

By Jeff Montgomery NSP Staff Writer Back in October 2012, when North Scott graduate Breann (Malik) Thompson planned a trip to Italy, she was excited about getting a chance to see the … [Read more...]

Pope’s resignation doesn’t surprise St. Ann’s pastor

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By Tracy Dunn NSP Assistant Editor The announcement that shook the Catholic world last week did not take Monsignor Drake Shafer by surprise. The pastor of St. Ann Catholic Church in Long Grove, … [Read more...]

Celebrating 40 years as a congregation: Eldridge United Methodist hosts weekend events

Eldridge United Methodist Church, 604 S. Second St., is celebrating its 40th anniversary as a congregation this Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 17 and 18.

By Tracy Dunn NSP Assistant Editor A congregation that spent its first two and a half years meeting in the basement of the Eldridge Cooperative office is now celebrating its 40th … [Read more...]

Zion celebrates 160 years of ministry: New pastor to be installed as part of special weekend

Pastor Julie Monnard led her first worship service at Zion on Aug. 5. She will be officially installed this Sunday, during the 9 a.m. service.

By Tracy Dunn NSP Assistant Editor This weekend, Zion Lutheran Church in Princeton will celebrate 160 years of ministry with special events for everyone. On Friday, Aug. 17, an old-time … [Read more...]