THUNDERBOLTS SPLIT WEEKEND SERIES IN PEORIA
USI Men’s Swim and Dive earn historic win over Aces in the final heats
EVANSVILLE, Ind.– University of Southern Indiana Men’s Swimming and Diving picked up the program’s first ever head-to-head victory over the University of Evansville on Saturday afternoon on the men’s side, 154-142.
The Screaming Eagles and Aces were tied at 130-130 with the 200 IM and 200 freestyle remaining in the rematch of the crosstown rivalry. Freshman Luke Rich gave the Eagles the advantage winning the 200 IM (1:58.73) by the narrow margin of 0.16 seconds.
Screaming Eagles Aquatic Center was on the edge of their seats as the winner would likely be determined by the 200 freestyle relay heat to conclude the meet. The veteran team of sophomore Sam Smith, sophomore Joey Smith, junior Gabriel Groves, and junior Caleb Davis clinched the meet with a blazing time (1:25.10).
Multiple other standout performances led the Eagles to the massive victory including Sam Smith’s record breaking 1000 freestyle performance (9:43.55). The sophomore snapped the previous record by nearly nine full seconds, etching his name into his third individual school best.
Another key USI heat victory included junior Jack Hannon‘s 200 freestyle performance (1:43.81) and freshman Justin Knauf‘s 200 butterfly (1:55.69) victory. Joey Smith scratched out a 50 freestyle (21.63) win by 0.05 seconds, while Rich’s stellar day continued with a breaststroke victory (2:10.99) victory.
Sophomore Nathan Deputy continued to shine brightest in front of the crosstown rival. The Evansville native executed difficult dives consistently, demolishing his own three-meter record (297.23 pts) and placing first. Junior Lane Pollock helped the diving squad sweep by winning the one-meter event (263.55 pts).
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USI will be back in action on Saturday, January 25, as the team celebrates senior day against Eastern Illinois University.
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Jerome Stewart – The Word in 120
Psalms 119 vs. 105 says; “Your word is a lamp to my feet, And a light to my path.”
As of today, absolutely nothing has changed relative to the word of God. As of today, nothing has changed relative to the meaning of Ecclesiastes 1 vs. 9, which says, “That which has been is what will be, That which is done is what will be done, And there is nothing new under the sun.”
There is a reason there is so much darkness in the world today. Yet there is a solution! Learn to place your trust in the wisdom of the living God. The way to confront the darkness of this world is to recognize that God’s word is the most sophisticated spiritual weaponry
available to mankind.
The meaning of the words in Hebrews 4 vs. 12 still holds true today. The Bible says, “The word of God is living, and powerful and sharper than any two-edged sword. Piercing even to the division of soul and spirit and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.”
Which begs the question. What would Jesus say about what is being preached today? The apostle Paul many times reminded the brethren of the power of God’s word which is able to confront the darkness of this world. 2 nd. Corinthians 10 vss. 4 and 5 he says; “For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ.”
The main purpose of the word of God is to evangelize the world in seeking to save the lost, and it is not about being politically correct about anything. The gospel of Jesus Christ is not meant to make anyone comfortable while engaged in sinful activities. Unless sinful behavior has taken a leave of absence from mankind, which it has not, repentance which is how to address sinful behavior must be preached because the Lord said so. Read Luke chapter 24 vss. 46 and 47.
Flags to be flown at full mast for Inauguration Day
Flags should be flown at full-staff from sunrise until sunset on January 20, 2025. Following that, flags will be lowered to half-staff for the remainder of the month, in honor and memory of former President Jimmy Carter.
Aces women’s soccer alum Emily Ormson signs professional contract
Tickets on sale for The SpeakEasy at Germania February 15th!
Tickets on sale for The SpeakEasy at Germania February 15th!
Get ready for 1920s FUN and FRIVOLITY at The SpeakEasy at Germania Männerchor on Saturday, Feb 15th at 6pm! The event is open to the public.
The SpeakEasy will feature LIVE music from Soul N The Pocket plus a 2” Pork Chop dinner sure to please! There will be a “Best Dressed” contest with prizes PLUS raffles, half pot and theme baskets.
Attendees can also look for “The Hidden Pearl.” Plus, other surprises -> Hey, this ain’t no ordinary gin joint!
Tickets are $35 each or reserve a table for ten for $400 (which includes free drink tickets & more).
They can be bought online at https://www.evvgermanclub.com/event. Or text 812-480-8747.
BRIDGE invites faith leaders and communities to focus on racial justice
BRIDGE invites faith leaders and communities to focus on racial justice
All Tri-State faith communities are encouraged to take part in a Racial Justice Faith Week February 3 to February 9, 2025.
BRIDGE (Building Respect & Integrity in Diverse Greater Evansville) encourages every faith community to emphasize their faith’s teaching on racial equity the week of February 3 to February 9 to motivate and inspire their members to make the Evansville region a place where all races, ethnicities, and cultures feel a sense of belonging.
Faith leaders can focus on race and justice in the message during worship activities. Faith communities may also use racial justice as their theme for other activities, such as prayer groups or Sunday School.
As part of the Racial Justice Faith Week, the University of Evansville will sponsor a Racial Justice Prayer Service at their Eykamp Hall Ridgway University Center on Sunday, February 9 at 2:00 PM The public is invited for music, prayer, and reflection for justice.
Many pastors and faith leaders have agreed to the common focus on that weekend, or at another time in February, according to Lora Stephens, who is the BRIDGE convener.
Faith communities that wish to participate or want additional information may contact Brenda Meyer at bmeyer@evdio.org or 812-457-5529 or Lora Stephens at bridge.evv@gmail.com.