The Protestant reformer John Calvin once lamented, “If they had only to looked into my books.” Calvin came to know the pain of being a symbol. The reality of what he thought and taught was buried beneath interpretations imposed on him by others.
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Mike Parker: ‘American Revolution Roundtable’ holds first meeting on Jan. 14
As the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence approaches, the newly formed American Revolution Roundtable will hold its first meeting beginning at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 14, at the Queen Street Deli in Kinston.
Mike Parker: Family vacation: time for relaxing, bonding
Around 15 years ago, our family began a tradition of taking the week after Christmas as a time for a family vacation. For a dozen years or so, we traveled to Myrtle Beach, SC. This year, our destination was much closer – Atlantic Beach, NC.
Mike Parker: Some considerations as we enter the New Year
As we come to the beginning of a new year, most of us give at least a little thought to making some New Year’s resolutions. I gave up on making New Year’s resolutions because I never could stick to most of them. Of course, one of my resolutions always was to lose weight. I read a recent article that said we should not make such a resolution because we will end up being unhappy, unsuccessful, or both.
Mike Parker: A deep dive into ‘The Twelve Days of Christmas’
During the past few days, I heard two versions of “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” One is the traditional carol that dates from the late 18th century. The other is a more modern adaptation that replaces the various gifts of the original version with the gifts that come through the Lord Jesus.
Mike Parker: Watching the Buckeyes in the ‘Shoe'
This story begins more than half a century ago. I entered Ohio State University in Fall 1968 and attended 12 straight quarters to finish my B.A. in English after the summer quarter of 1971. In August of that year, I moved to Kinston.
Mike Parker: Raleigh CWRT honors ‘Save Wyse Fork Battlefield Commission’
At the November meeting of the Raleigh Civil War Roundtable, the organization recognized and honored the efforts of the Save Wyse Fork Battlefield Commission with the annual T. Harry Gatton Award.
Mike Parker: Prepare your heart for Christmas music
What I most love about this season of the year, second only to the Christmas story itself, is the music. We are blessed in our area to have an abundance of musical talent, and many of those talented people will use their gifts to share the sounds and songs of Christmas.
Mike Parker: During this week’s bustle, remember to be thankful
Like most holidays, the foundation of the faith underlying our observance of Thanksgiving lies buried under the flash and glitter of secularism.
Mike Parker: Former mayor led through service
I had not seen him for a good while. One Sunday, he entered King’s Restaurant and took a seat in a booth. I had to go speak to him. He smiled at me, and we chatted for a few minutes. Buddy made a deep impression on me from the time I first met him. He seemed filled with positive vibes and energy. To me, he represented what is best in Kinston and Lenoir County.
Mike Parker: November 16 features “Militia Muster” and “Naval Rendezvous”
On Saturday, November 16, two living history programs will be offered in Kinston. From 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. on November 16, the CSS Neuse II, the full-scale replica of the CSS Ram Neuse on the corner of North Herritage and West Gordon Streets, will host a living history program titled “Naval Rendezvous.”
Mike Parker: Salute! Show honors veterans as part of weeklong celebration
Did you know that nearly one out of 11 citizens of this county are U.S. military veterans? In fact, according to the United States Census Bureau, Lenoir County veteran population is more that 2.5 percent higher than the state as a whole. More than 4,000 veterans live in this city and county. Nationwide, roughly 18 million veterans are still living in our nation.
Mike Parker: Photos and memories
As part of sorting through items so we know what to keep and what to toss, Sandra has been going through the thousands of photos we have taken and maintained throughout our married years. She has found a ton of photos of our kids when they were small, and we have a starry host of pictures of our grandkids.
Mike Parker: Living history through the last century
As I was working on completing the writing assignment my son gave me - “Dad, I Want to Hear Your Story” - some of the prompts asked me to outline the events that took place near the time of my birth in 1950. As I looked at the advancements made since then, I started wondering what changes had taken place in my mother’s life.
Mike Parker: Saturday, Oct. 19, promises an excitement-packed day
The third Saturday in October has become another major event day along Herritage Street. Three events will allow people to eat, run or watch races, and then enjoy music while celebrating the life of a Kinston entrepreneur.