A theology professor once spoke about joy and happiness. Joseph Sittler was born in Upper Sandusky.

A Year of Mercy Celebration at the Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady of Consolation, Carey, will be on Sunday, July 3. The Most Reverend John Stowe, OFM Conv, Bishop of the Diocese of Lexington, Ky., and the former Rector of the Shrine will preside at the noon Mass.

Immaculate Conception Catholic Church of Kenton announces an open house and tour of the newly renovated church as well as the parish gardens, on Sunday, July 10 from noon to 4 p.m. This event is part of the parish celebration of 150 years since the dedication of the church in 1866.

LaRUE — The annual ice cream social, sponsored by the Chancel Choir of the LaRue United Methodist Church, is scheduled to take place from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 29 in the church fellowship hall at 166 N. High St. Sandwiches, chicken and noodles, side dishes, homemade pies and cakes, beverages and Riverside Ice Cream will be sold.

When a tragedy like the mass shooting in Orlando strikes we are in shock, we can’t believe that someone could do such a horrible thing, we are confused, sad and angry. We are scared.

Vacation Bible School at Kenton Full Gospel Church is set for Monday, June 20 through Thursday, June 23 from 5 to 8 p.m. For all who attend the VBS there will be a street carnival on Thursday after a short VBS program with the children.

MOUNT VICTORY — The Rhinehart United Methodist church will hold its annual Tractor Sunday this Sunday, June 19, Father's Day. A tractor drive will form at the home of Dick and Janie Seiler, 212 Williams St., Mount Victory at 8 a.m. and proceed to the church at 8:15 a.m. for the 9 a.m. worship service.

Gospel singing is set for 6 p.m. Sunday, June 19 at Kenton Full Gospel, 129 N. Wayne St. Featured will be The Sisters from McGuffey, soloist Chris Horne and the Kenton Full Gospel Praise Team. The public is invited and for more information call 567-674-4228.

Road Riders for Jesus, a Christian Motorcycle Ministry, will be holding a fundraiser ride on Saturday, June 11, starting at Payne Chapel, 437 N. Market St., Kenton.

Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Kenton will hold Vacation Bible School from 9:30 a.m. to noon June 13-17 in the St. Anthony Center. People can register by calling the office, 419-675-1162 or come on June 13. All are welcome. Lunch will be provided, no cost to attend. This year’s theme is Barnyard Roundup.