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More Flower Fun

Posted on November 10, 2024

A Cup of Gold A week ago, just before the hard frost, I rushed out, despite having arrived home after dark, and grabbed armloads of marigolds. I put them in five gallon…

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Marigolds in a Real McCoy!

Posted on October 31, 2024

A vase from Grandma In one of my visits to my sister, the topic of conversation turned to our grandmother’s flower vase and pot collection. We reminisced that grandma had some pots…

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Daylily Clumps

Posted on August 16, 2024

Let those daylilies multiply! As daylily lovers, we get used to pictures of perfect single blooms. Catalogs tout them; proud growers post them. Plus we take plenty of those kind ourselves too….

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Bear Exterminator

Posted on August 14, 2024

This bear was helpful! Early this summer, I was weeding along the fence line and I was unpleasantly surprised by a yellow jacket sting. Fortunately, I am not allergic. I thought that…

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Botanical Photographer Visits on Open Garden Day

Posted on July 19, 2024

Beth McIntyre of Beez Botanicals stops by for daylily pictures On July 11 and 14, JoAnne and I hosted “open garden” days to give neighbors and friends an opportunity and excuse to…

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It’s Daylily Season

Posted on July 11, 2024

Open garden scheduled Kelvin’s daylily garden is about at its peak with around fifty different varieties in bloom. A couple early ones have already completed their season and some late ones are…

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Easter Service at Copper Hill Church

Posted on April 2, 2024

Jesus’ Victory is Contagious was the theme Watch the service I was privileged to be asked along with my wife to speak at and lead the Easter celebration at Copper Hill church…

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I’m for Nikki Haley

Posted on February 29, 2024

It’s time for a new conservative leader. Nikki Haley has distinguished herself as governor from South Carolina and ambassador to the United Nations. I am rooting for her for President this year!…

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Nostalgia filled puzzle

Posted on January 26, 2024

A picture that evokes memories Puzzle season is in full swing at our house. I just finished this gem. It is a favorite these days because it reminds me of so many…

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Christmas Village Fun 2023

Posted on December 20, 2023

Plus five ideas for a great Christmas village Let’s get started with some pictures. I always have fun trying to take close-ups in the Christmas village. It’s not easy as I need to hold…

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Kelvin Jones recently retired as pastor at Copper Hill United Methodist Church. He is married to JoAnne DeSerio Jones. They have one daughter and two grandchildren. He served as a pastor for 44 years. His hobbies are blogging, gardening and walking.

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  • Smith Wigglesworth: The Secret of His Power by Albert Hibbert
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  • Restoring offenders when possible is part of justice
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Recent Public Messages

  • Our heavenly Inheritance
    Kelvin S. Jones, September 29, 2024
  • Living for God’s Blessing
    Kelvin S. Jones, September 22, 2024
  • The High Price of Our Salvation
    Kelvin S. Jones, September 1, 2024
  • Loving Others Because of God’s Love
    Kelvin S. Jones, August 25, 2024
  • Loving God in Return
    Kelvin S. Jones, August 18, 2024
  • God Gives the Bread of Life
    Pastor Kelvin Jones, August 11, 2024
  • God’s Love Reaches Out First
    Pastor Kelvin Jones, August 4, 2024

How to Become a Follower of Jesus

  • Jesus Calls Us
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  • Reconciled to God
  • Following the God who Rescues
  • A Warning to Fickle Admirers

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  • Help in Seeking God – How We Approach the Bible
  • A surprisingly effective way to mark in your Bible in color
  • Encouragements for Seeking God – Reaching for Higher Thoughts and Ways
  • An interesting graphic about giving
  • The Joy of Singing in the Choir
  • A Maple Syrupy Memory
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