by Cheryl Temple | Apr 24, 2025 | Stark Articles, Stark News
The 2024–2025 academic year has been a remarkable season for Stark College & Seminary, filled with milestones in accreditation, partnerships, programming, events, and student achievement. Through it all, we’ve witnessed God’s faithfulness as He continues “to equip...
by Cheryl Temple | Apr 16, 2025 | Stark Articles, Uncategorized
The Legacy of Worship of Peggy Pair Bivens “Feelin’ Mighty Fine!” Peggy Pair Bivens had a catchphrase that captured her spirit: “Feelin’ mighty fine!” Whether she was facing life’s deepest valleys or ordinary days, that was her unwavering response. It wasn’t...
by Cheryl Temple | Nov 26, 2024 | Stark Articles
When I was 17 years old, I sat in Mr. Miller’s office at my high school in South Georgia. With a pile of tardies, unexcused absences and time in I.S.S. already on the books, my graduating on time did not seem likely. With compassion, coupled with a distinct...
by Cheryl Temple | Nov 6, 2024 | Dr. Ellis Orozco Blog, Stark Articles
I have always enjoyed playing team sports. From playing first base in little league to wide-receiver in high school to running the mile relay in track and field, I have always loved being a part of something bigger than one person. A presidential election can...
by Cheryl Temple | Nov 5, 2024 | Stark Articles
In my daily Bible reading several months ago, I was reading in Job and a verse jumped out at me, specifically considering we had just started studying wisdom literature for our weekly staff prayer meeting. Job 13:5 states, “If only you would be altogether...
by Cheryl Temple | Oct 15, 2024 | Stark Articles
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” – Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) Jeremiah 29:11 is often quoted as a promise of God’s provision and blessing. However, in its proper...
