Come Ride With Me

by

Pastor B.J. Knefley 

A number of years ago I came home with the song “Come Ride With Me” resonating in my heart. When I got home, I told my wife that I believed God was directing me to minister to a specific group of motorcycle riders. I also felt that I needed to buy a specific brand to ride to accomplish this dream. I went to my local bank and told the loan officer all that was on my heart. I shared that not only did I need the money for the cost of the bike, but I also needed extra money for the tax, title, and registration fees. After listening to my story, he quickly responded they would be glad to loan me the money and if I needed more then to simply ask. I remember when we walked out of that office I was more than elated and excited to embark on this new ministry adventure, and an adventure it was.

Over the next several years I traveled from Maine to Florida and as far west as the Rocky Mountains. When I finally retired that motorcycle, it was a few miles short of 100,000 miles. Some of those miles represented long hours in the saddle as there were times that I spent 18 straight hours getting to a rally. Was it worth it? Oh yes, I will never regret that decision or that call in that time of my life.

So why am I telling you this? Simply because I’m in a place that I feel there is a new wind blowing. Both my wife and I sense this as a pivotal time in our life and ministry. I don’t believe it is unique to us for I believe that we all sense it from time to time, but we all don’t understand its significance. Consequently, we don’t respond to it but instead chalk it up to being just an odd feeling. It reminds me of what Jesus said in Matthew 16:3, “You know the saying, Red sky at night men’s fair weather tomorrow, red sky in the morning means foul weather all day. You know how to interpret the weather signs in the sky, but you don’t know how to interpret signs of the times?” Why is that? Personally, I want to be tuned to the still small voice of God for when He speaks it’s in volumes. My challenge for each of us is to follow the wind of God whenever and wherever it blows. Think About It

Cameron County Chamber of Commerce All Fired Up Kickin Ash BBQ filled downtown with smoke and foodies.  Before showers moved in the event space was filled with hungry folks purchasing ribs, pulled pork, turkey legs, brisket and even desserts that were “smoked”. 

Next Friday, Oct. 4 at 7:30 p.m., the Molly’s Boys Jugband will play and sing contemporary and old-time songs, blues, folk, rock, and original tunes in the Coolidge Theatre at the Deane Center for the Performing Arts at 104 Main Street in Wellsboro. This is the third in the Deane Center’s indoor fall concert series being sponsored by Ward Manufacturing and C&N. 

New Rules Cut Dispute Resolution Timelines over Pole Attachments, Supporting Faster Broadband Rollout Across the State

HARRISBURG – The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) today approved the adoption of two new federal regulations designed to expedite broadband deployment across the Commonwealth, ensuring that unserved and underserved communities gain quicker access to critical high-speed internet services.

BRADFORD, Pa. – The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford’s Marilyn Horne Museum and Exhibit Center will hold a 90^th birthday tribute for Marilyn Horne on Oct. 12.

            The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the museum and exhibit center at 2 Marilyn Horne Way in downtown Bradford. It is co-sponsored by the Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau and is free and open to the public, but registration is requested at marilynhorne.org due to limited seating.

          Olean, NY – The Upper Allegheny Health System (UAHS) Board of Directors recently elected two new board members. The board oversees Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital (OGH), both Kaleida Health facilities.

Carolyn Boser Newhouse and Jim Stitt, Jr. will each serve full three-year terms.

Public event will celebrate shop, colorblind viewfinders

WELLSBORO – Haven’t been to Leonard Harrison State Park in a while? An upcoming event on Oct. 10 is the perfect chance for a “Second Look” (or first look!) at the exciting new developments there before the PA Wilds Conservation Shop at that location closes for the season on Nov. 2!

The PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources recently completed renovations at the popular state park’s visitor center. The PA Wilds Conservation Shop, which has operated as a seasonal mobile unit the last few years, has now relocated inside the building.

BRADFORD, Pa. – The University of Pittsburgh at Bradford’s Marilyn Horne Museum and Exhibit Center will hold a 90^th birthday tribute for Marilyn Horne on Oct. 12.

The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the museum and exhibit center at 2 Marilyn Horne Way in downtown Bradford. It is co-sponsored by the Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau and is free and open to the public, but registration is requested at marilynhorne.org due to limited seating.

The Hamilton-Gibson Treble Choir is collaborating with Conspiracy Coffee of Mansfield to hold a coffee sale fundraiser now through October 15th to raise funds for their 2025 trip to York, England. 

The trip, titled “Destination York”, is an opportunity for the choirs to perform three concerts overseas, including one collaboration concert with a local choir in York. For one week in early May, the students will explore the area with daily activities to museums, historical landmarks, national parks, castles and more. 

According to the Centers of Disease and Control Prevention (CDC), 13.2 million people seriously thought about suicide, 1.6 million made an attempt, and over 49,000 people died by suicide in 2022. September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a time to have conversations about suicide prevention, breaking down the stigma that is often surrounded by such an impactful public health concern. If you know someone who is struggling, or if you yourself need support, it’s important to know what to do and who to turn to for help. Understanding the signs and finding these resources are vital steps in reducing the tragic loss of life.

See You at the Pole is an annual event in which Christian students gather for prayer at their school’s flagpole to pray for their families, schools, friends, churches and communities.  See You at the Pole is held the fourth Wednesday in September.  Pictured are members of the Port Allegany Youth Group and friends as they met at the pole Wednesday morning at PAHS (Port Allegany High School).  Assisting in the student-led activity was Pastor J. T. Madison who along with wife, Carri, lead the Youth Group.  

Lane Crawford is the Student of the Week for the week of September 23rd, 2024.  Lane is a senior from Port Allegany School District.  He is currently seeking his Ethical Hacker Certification and two Google Chromebook repair certifications. Lane is also working on a capstone experience as a technician for the IU9. Lane has earned many industry-recognized certifications and is a huge help keeping our shop in working order.

On September 28, at 8:05 am Shingleshouse Ambulance was dispatched to Bells Run Rd. for altered Mental Syaya.