The Sidney Sun-Telegraph - Serving proudly since 1873 as the beautiful Nebraska Panhandle's first newspaper

Change is a constant in life, and I have news of a big change in mine. But first, some backstory is in order.

In 1990, my lovely new bride and I fled Minnesota to start a life together in the Black Hills of South Dakota.

In seeking a new church to attend, we found Christian Life Center, a nondenominational fellowship in Belle Fourche pastored by Rev. Paul Howard. It became our church home and we made many new and wonderful friends there.

Two years ago, I received word that Pastor Paul’s health was failing and was asked to come preach to give him a week off. I did so, and was invited back...