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10 THE BUZZ AROUND WAYNE COUNTY APRIL 2026 Hon em Now By Kriquette Davis If life has taught me anything, it's this: don't wait to honor people until they're gone. Say the kind words now. Celebrate the goodness now. Let people feel their value while they're still walking beside us. Loss has a way of sharpening that truth. When my friend Tommy passed, our community felt it deeply. He was joy, generosity, and kindness in motion. Two Wheelers for Tommy was born out of that love—putting brand-new bicycles into the hands of children who need encour- agement and hope. It keeps his legacy alive, yes... but more importantly, it reminds us how he lived: loving people out loud while he had the chance. Scripture says: "Encourage one another and build each other up." (1 Thessalonians 5:11) That's not meant for special occasions— it's a daily calling. A text. A hug. A thank -you. A prayer spoken over someone who may not even realize how much they need it. I truly believe those small moments are often how God shows His love most clearly —through us.Funeral flowers are beautiful, but affirmation while someone is living? That's life-giving. Healing, even. So,here's my gentle nudge: reach out today. Tell someone why they matter. Thank the quiet helpers. Love your people intentionally. Choose kindness on purpose. Because honoring people while they're alive doesn't just bless them—it grows our faith, strengthens our community, and keeps love in action exactly where it belongs: right here, right now You Can't Change What You Won't Confront By Cindi Pate Real change rarely begins with motivation. It begins with honesty. Many people want better out- comes—better health, stronger relationships, deeper peace, but they avoid look- ing directly at the things that created their current reality. The truth is simple: you cannot change what you are not willing to confront. Sometimes that means confronting old wounds from childhood that shaped the way we see ourselves or respond to others. Ignoring them doesn't make them disappear; it only allows them to quietly influence our choices. Sometimes it's confronting our own physical health. The body reflects the habits we practice daily. When we face the truth about our lifestyle, our nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress, we finally gain the power to change the direction of our health. Other times it's confronting our mindset— the beliefs that tell us we're stuck, that change is too hard, or that this is simply "the way it is." Growth requires the courage to challenge those internal narratives. Confronting something isn't about shame or con- demnation. It's about clarity. When we're honest about where we are, we can begin moving toward the life God is calling us to. Freedom, healing, and growth all begin the same way: Confront it. Because what you confront, you can change. Caring for Seymour Johnson Air Force Families By Ryan Lane Seymour Johnson Air Force Base is not just a military installation—it is home to families who face real burdens during stressful seasons. When service members are away, training, or carrying heavy responsibilities, their spouses, children, and loved ones often carry extra weight at home. As neighbors and fellow be- lievers, we have an opportunity to show Christ's love in practicalways. Galatians 6:2 says, "Share each other's burdens, and in this way obey the law of Christ." (NLT) Supporting families connected to Seymour Johnson can be as simple as offering a meal, helping with errands, mowing a lawn, provid- ing childcare, sending an encouraging note, or checking in with a sincere heart. These small acts may seem ordinary, but God uses ordinary kindness to bring extraordinary comfort. In a stressful time, people do not always need big speeches. Often, they just need to know they are seen, loved, and not alone. When we step up to support Air Force families in our local community, we become the hands and feet of Jesus. Today, choose one specific way you will bless a family connected to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base—whether by offering a meal, providing childcare, sending an encouraging note, or reaching out with help. Commit to putting your support into action this week to remind them that God is near. Prayer: Lord, help me care and serve Air Force families today. Amen. We Are So Loved By Clara Barnes Costner They ate their last meal together Christ told Disciples once again His fate,hard for disciples to believe Or maybe they did not understand No other worthy to bridge the gap God's son, Jesus could answer the call He knew why He was born Because his father God so loved us all With a robe and crown of thorns His body battered, slapped, bruised Our Saviour suffered,crucified Was mocked, falsely accused Jesus freely made the sacrifice To take the place of man The costly sin debt was paid Our fellowship with God could begin He died and was buried, then he rose Old Testament scriptures fulfilled Our justification is complete He carried out his Father's will Proved the grave has no victory And death has no sting Christ sits at the right hand of God He is our Saviour, our dayspring "For God so loved the world, that he gave his own begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish,but have everlasting life." St. John 3:16 KJV