Revival Starts May 2
Revival will be heldMay 27-31 at New Beginnings Worship Center. Service times are Wednesday through Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Speakers will be Pastor Randall and Lisa Black of Faith Point Christian Center. The host pastor is Ronnie Jones.
The Hodges Chapel Ladies Auxiliary meeting was held May 4 and co-hosted by Pat Best, Jan Norris and Rebecca Tart. The meeting was called to order by Rebecca Tart, president.
Pauline Sorrell prayed the opening prayer. Afterward the women were served light refreshments of various salads, crackers, fruits and strawberry shortcake.
The speaker, Sheree Parker, was introduced by Jan Norris. Mrs. Parker and her mother, Faye Wise, entertained the group with a duet rendition of “Jesus Use Me.” Read the rest of this entry »
First Sgt. Kenneth Robert Adams will be the guest speaker for Greater Vision Fellowship’s Memorial Day service Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Sgt. Adams is a member of the Alpha Company 2nd Battalion 325th Infantry Regiment 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg Read the rest of this entry »
Midway Area Churches Association (MAC) will hold its first community day celebration at old Midway High School on Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m.
According to the event’s coordinator, Andy Shaffer, who is program director of MAC, the celebration is an opportunity for youth to celebrate the end of school.
“We’re trying to reach the kids who might not be in a church,” Mr. Shaffer said. “There are so many negatives in our world today so we’re trying to give them something positive to enjoy.”
The event is to include free food and drinks provided by local churches, inflatables and live music by Praise Out Loud. Drawings for door prizes will be held every 15 minutes. Prizes include giftcards to McDonald’s, iTunes and Wal-Mart, as well as gas cards and other prizes.
Former Miami Dolphins running back turned youth pastor Leonard Henry, who also played at Clinton High School and East Carolina University, will be the speaker for the event. “He played football and a lot of kids look up to football players,” Mr. Shaffer said. “We hope they see people like him love the Lord and are willing to tell people about Him.”
According to the Rev. Johnny Peterson, president of MAC and pastor of Mt. Caramel PFWB, the MAC will also give away 250-300 boxes of food on a first-come, first-serve basis in an effort to give back to the community.
Rev. Peterson and fellow pastors formed MAC, a coalition of nearly 212 churches in the Midway area, last August to focus on strengthening the community church itself, rather than individual congregations.
“We want to put the church back into the community,” Rev. Peterson said. “We are all God’s people no matter our background or what we’ve done. We just want everyone to know that God loves them.”
Mr. Shaffer said the association looks past denominations and focuses especially on young people.
“We’re trying to do things for our young people,” Mr. Shaffer said. “These are churches who believe in coming together across denominational lines and not trying to build our own congregations.”
“We’re working together to reach people and make a difference in their lives,” he added.
Last August the group held a community prayer for schools.
“We had about 650 to come out and pray,” Rev. Peterson said.
MAC sponsored a “fifth quarter” event after Midway High School’s home football games, providing students with food and music.
“Fifth quarter was a place where kids could go to celebrate so they weren’t out on the streets,” Mr. Shaffer said.
MAC looks to plan another event for students in the fall and to make the community celebration an annual event.
Street Praise Outreach Ministries News
On Sunday, Pastor Eva Darden of House of Praise in Newton Grove will speak at Street Praise. Service time is 4 p.m.
The pastor of Street Praise is Kenneth Gainey and the co-pastor is Regina Gainey. For more information, call Yolanda Bailey at (910) 336-2347 or Sandra Matthews at (910) 385-2178.
Family, Friends Day Sunday
Family and Friends Day will be held Sunday at 11 a.m. at Point Level Disciples of Christ Church. The pastor is Elder Danny Robinson. The church is located at 286 Vann Road, Clinton.
Ushers Anniversary Set
Spring Hill FWB Church will have an ushers anniversary program on Sunday at 3 p.m. Pastor Walter Cook, choir and members from First PFWB Church in Fayetteville will render the service.
Deliverance Conference Set June 5-7
Deliverance Conference will be held June 5-7 at Zion Cathedral Christian Church, 5329 Ramsey St., Fayetteville. This year’s theme is: “Launch Out, Spread Out & Reach Out: A Time of Restoration and Impartation.” Keynote speakers will be Apostle Jerome Cade and Prophetess Michelle Cade, pastors of Behold the Light Christian Ministries, Atlanta, Ga. The conference is free. For more information, call (910) 488-5633 or visit the Web site at www.jonesministries.org.
Youth Day At Faith Mission
The annual Youth Day will be held Sunday at 3:30 p.m. at Faith Mission. Minister Darren Barnes will be the speaker. Also featured will be Walker Chapel Choir, Mazie Ray, Charity Church and more.
Faith Mission is located on South Gilbert Street in Benson. For more information, call 893-9169 or 892-0704. The pastor is Cora Barnes.
Breakfast At Calvary Baptist
Calvary Baptist Church will sponsor a country buffet breakfast Saturday from 7 to 10:30 a.m. The menu consists of country ham, sausage, bacon, grits, eggs, homemade biscuits, red-eye gravy, peaches, jellies, molasses, coffee and juice. Donations are accepted for the meal.
The church is located approximately seven miles east of Dunn on N.C. 55 near the N.C. 242 intersection. Dr. Paul Johnson is the pastor.
Senior Citizens Day At Pleasant Grove
Pleasant Grove FWB Church, located at 1520 Casper Road, Dunn, will celebrate its annual Senior Citizens Day Sunday during the 11 a.m. service. Elder Larry Baker is the host pastor.
Royal Descendants At Unity AC Church
The Royal Descendants will be at Unity Advent Christian Church on May 30 at 7 p.m. No admission will be charged, however, a love offering will be received.
The church is located on Unity Church Road, Four Oaks. For more information, call the Rev. Billy Keene at 963-2719 or Glenn McLamb at 894-3236.
Building Fund Program Saturday
There will be a musical program to benefit the building fund at Riverside United Holy Church. The program will be held Saturday at 5 p.m. with special guests from Richmond, Va., and many groups. The host pastor is Elder Larry Holmes.
Spring Concert May 31
Hickory Grove Disciple Church will have a spring concert May 31 at 4 p.m. Featured will be Tru Prayze of Johnston County.
Gospel Sing, May Day Celebration May 30
South Erwin Baptist Church will have an all-day gospel sing and May Day celebration on May 30 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Featured will be Fortress, The Glorymen, The Dennis Family, The Taylors, the West Family and Won 4 Christ. Also performing will be the Norris Trio and other guests. There will be free food including hot dogs, hamburgers, popcorn, icees and cotton candy. There will be a variety of inflatable slides and games as well. This is a free event but donations are accepted for the meal. The event is open to the public.
The host pastor is the Rev. Ronnie Byrd.
Beresford To Be At Summerville Presbyterian
Mike Beresford of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association will be at Summerville Presbyterian Church May 31 for the 11 a.m. worship and 5 p.m. evangelistic outreach.
This is a conclusion to an effort started when the church went through the Christian Life and Witness course put out by BGEA taught at the church by Ephesus Pastor Bert Pitchford. The course is taught to all counselors before BGEA crusades or missions.
The church is now doing Operation Andrew which is prayer and preparation for the event. Further information will be forthcoming about events and plans.
Summerville Presbyterian Church is located west of Lillington on Old U.S. 421 across from Pinecrest rest home. Call 893-2744 for more information.
Power Sunday At McLean Chapel
May is American Stroke Month, a time to remind people that stroke is a major health threat. Power to End Stroke, a national movement led by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, is a source of empowerment for African-Americans to recognize their increased risk of stroke and take charge of their health to prevent stroke. McLean Chapel will hold Power Sunday at 11 a.m. with Vice Bishop Dr. Benjamin Sutton as the speaker. Those attending are asked to wear something purple. The McLean Chapel Male Chorus will provide the music.
‘FUNdraising’ Yard Sale Saturday
There will be a “FUNdraising” church yard sale Saturday from 7 to 11 a.m. at Berea Presbyterian Church, located at 10379 N.C. 210. The sale will be held rain or shine. Raffle tickets will be available for $1 for a chance to win a handmade quilt. Drinks, baked goods and biscuits will also be sold. All proceeds will benefit Berea Presbyterian Church.
Breakfast At New Hope Alliance
New Hope Alliance Church will have a home-cooked breakfast Saturday beginning at 8 a.m. The speaker will be Sherman Driver, missionary and church planter. There is no charge for this event but those attending are asked to call the church office at (919) 894-7034 if you plan to attend.
Church To Have First Service Sunday
God House Of Deliverance BCOG will have its first service in the new building, located at 4585 N.C. 242, Dunn, on Sunday at 11 a.m. Sunday school is at 9:45 a.m. and morning worship is at 11. The pastor is Patricia Ward. For more information, call Maxie Brewington at (919) 894-5795 or (919) 637-5777 or Lora Giles at (919) 464-1257.
Revival Under Way At Body of Christ
The Body of Christ Family Christian Center, located at 1703A Denim Drive, Erwin, will continue revival starting tonight at 7 through Sunday, concluding with a morning worship service at 11. Prophet Brian Davis of Atlanta, Ga., will be the speaker. Host pastors are Elder Robert L. Gilchrist and first lady Eldress Joyce Gilchrist. For more information, call (910) 984-4053.
Pastoral Anniversary Starts June 1
Deliverance Church Inc. will have a pastoral anniversary celebration on June 1-5 at 7:30 p.m. and June 7 at 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Speakers will be the Rev. Cathy Jones from Prince Chapel CME, June 1; Elder Robert Gilchrist from Body of Christ Family Christian Center, June 2; Bishop Warren Anderson from Fountain of Life Ministries in Sanford, June 3; Bishop Michael Rogers of Lakeview Baptist Church in Durham, June 4; Bishop Ezekiel Young from New Birth Deliverance Church in Coats, June 5; the Rev. Charles “Choo Choo” Dent, associate pastor at St. Augusta Church in Fuquay-Varina, June 7 at 11 a.m.; Pastor Kelvin Belle from First Congregational United Church of Christ in Durham, June 7 at 3:30 p.m.
The church is located at 3328 Old Stage Road (intersection of N.C. 55 and Old Stage Road), Angier. For more information, call Angela Purdie at (919) 639-2756. The pastor/founder is Bishop S.L. Carney.
Women’s Retreat Starts Today
A retreat for women only will be held tonight through Sunday at Second Chance Christian Church. Itinerary includes “Unity Lock-in,” tonight from 7:30 to midnight; Saturday, unity brunch with break out sessions, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; culmination, Sunday morning worship, 10 a.m. The retreat is for sisters in Christ for all ages and is free. The speaker will be Dr. Denice S. Williams from Charlotte. She is a mentor, prophetic teacher, published author, motivational speaker and substance abuse counselor. She has a doctorate degree in Christian education. Music will be provided by Heaven Bound Praise and Worship Team. The host pastor is Ed Maxwell. For more information, e-mail Mary Maxwell at mshc32253@aol.com.
Lanford To Speak At Mt. Moriah
Evangelist Sandra Lanford of Revival Center Holiness Church in Linden will be the guest speaker at Mt. Moriah Church (Fayetteville/Eureka Springs) on Sunday at 11 a.m. The church is located at 1023 Benjamin St. The host is pastor Geradene Williams. For more information, contact Evangelist Lanford at (910) 867-1810 or e-mail slanford@nc.rr.com.
Service At Dunn Chapel
An 8:30 morning service will be held Sunday at Dunn Chapel Church. The speaker will be Elder Timothy Thomas, pastor.
Indoor Yard Sale Set May 30
First Presbyterian Church will hold an indoor yard sale May 30 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Plate Sale At Pisgah Top Bible COG
Pisgah Top Bible Church of God will have a barbecue and chicken plate sale Saturday from 10 a.m. until. Plates are $6 and will deliver for five plates or more.
‘Wind Of God Revival’ Starts May 29
Green Chapel Gospel Choir To Celebrate Anniversary
The Green Chapel Gospel Choir will celebrate its first anniversary Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. at Green Chapel FWB Church. Many groups and choirs are scheduled to be there. For more information, call Billy Brown at 824-4614 or Brenda McKoy at 814-0522. The church is located at 3767 Cornelius-Harnett Blvd., Lillington.Solid Rock Ministries, Church of the Living God and Hand-on-Fire Ministry will hold “The Wind Of God Revival” beginning May 29 at 7 nightly at 301 S. Magnolia St., Dunn. The tent revival will include praise and worship, dancing, teaching and preaching. The Friday Night Healing Service and Wednesday and Sunday night services will be held under the tent. Call (919) 639-2013 for more information.
Singing Son
Celebration
Set May 30
A Singing Son Celebration will be held May 30 at 6 p.m. at Robert’s Grove OFWB Church. Featured will be Rapture Road, King’s Way and Marksmen. The church is located in the Spivey’s Corner community near Midway Middle School. The pastor is the Rev. Fred Baker.
Burning Bush Church News
Pastor Leroy Smith and congregation of Eleventh Hour Ministries of Dunn will be the guests on a pastor’s pre-anniversary service Sunday at 4 p.m. at Burning Bush Church.
Burning Bush will have regular morning worship services Sunday at 11. Elder Alvester L. McKoy will be the speaker.
Burning Bush Church is located at 402 N. 13th St., Erwin, next to the W.N. Porter Memorial Park. Alexander Lockamy is the pastor.
Spring Revival Starts June 4
Holy Mission Holiness Church will hold spring revival June 4-5 at 7:30 p.m.
The speaker will be Pastor James Avery Buie from Revival Center in Benson. Voices of Praise will provide the music. The host pastor is Elder Lewis Geddie.
Church Anniversary Celebration Sunday
The congregation of Erwin Memorial AME Zion Church will celebrate the church anniversary on Sunday at 3 p.m. Immediately after the worship service, they will gather for a meal and fellowship in the fellowship hall.
The church is located at 716 W. M St., Erwin, next to W.N. Porter Memorial Park. The pastor is the Rev. Samuel L. Parker.
St. Luke Church News
Youth Day will be Sunday at 11 a.m. at St. Luke Church. The Rev. Ronnie McNair, an associate pastor of St. Luke, will speak.
On May 31 at 3 p.m., Dr. George F. Miller and the Dunn/Lillington District will render a fifth Sunday service at St. Luke.
St. Luke is located at 93 N. Orange St., Coats. The pastor is the Rev. Leroy Smith Jr. For more information, call 892-5613 or 890-9453.
Faith & Power CC News
Sunday at 10:30 a.m., Faith & Power Christian Center will have an empowerment worship service. Sunday at 4 p.m., Apostle Ron Spears will speak at Mt. Zion in Warsaw.
Eleventh Hour Ministries News
Tonight at 7:30, Pastor Barbara McPhail will speak at Eleventh Hour.
Saturday from noon to 2 p.m., R.O.C.K. Street Ministry will host “Backyard Barbecue” with fun, games and a worship service at Harnett Street lot across from McNeil Circle Housing Development.
Sunday at 4 p.m., Pastor Leroy Smith and Eleventh Hour Ministries will travel to Erwin to worship with Pastor Alexander and Burning Bush.
Monday, Eleventh Hour will have noon day prayer.
Spring revival will be held May 27-29 at 7:30 nightly at Eleventh Hour. Apostle Leroy and Francine Hargett of Life Changing Ministry will be the speakers.
For more information, call Evangelist Debra Wilson at (919) 333-1288 or Pastor Audrey Smith at 892-4593.
Pastoral Appreciation Celebration
Saturday at 5 p.m., there will be a pastoral appreciation celebration for Apostle Ben Davis of Praise Ministry Inc., Partners for Christ. Apostle Davis has been in ministry for 28 years.
The guest speaker will be the Rev. June McDonald. Covenant Ministry International Church and guests from Port au Prince Haiti will also help honor Apostle Davis. Service will take place at Praise Ministry Inc., located at 715 McKoy Town Road, Cameron, off N.C. 24.
The celebration will be hosted by elect-lady Joyce R. Davis. Dinner will be served. The celebration will continue Sunday at 4 p.m.
Pastor’s Aide Service Tonight
Tonight at 7:30, there will be a pastor’s aide service at Covenant Ministry International Church, located at 300 E. Wake St., Dunn. The speaker will be Pastor Troy Wiley.
Host pastors are Apostle D. and G. Ellington.
Jones To Speak Sunday
The Rev. Arvetra Jones Sr. will speak Sunday at 11 a.m. at Jones Temple Revival Center No. 1, located at 119 S. Railroad Ave., Dunn.
Holy Ghost Revival Starts Tonight
The Anointed Eye of God Ministries will hold a Holy Ghost revival tonight and tomorrow night at 7. The speaker will be Elder Keith Anderson from Wilson. He is the pastor of Faith & Love Kingdom Ministries in Rocky Mount. The host pastor Dr. Ceola Best Newkirk.
The Anointed Eye of God Ministries is located at 207 Trapper Run Lane, Clinton.
McDougald To Preach
Initial Sermo
Carolyn J. McDougald, right, of Benson will preach her initial sermon Sunday at 4 p.m. at Johnston Chapel FWB Church, located on 210 Raleigh Road, Benson. She is the oldest daughter of the late Elder J.T. Baker and Mother Nellie Baker. She is employed at South Johnston High School as a teacher’s assistant with the Occupational Course of Study program. Ms. McDougald plans to continue her studies in biblical and theology at Heritage Bible College. She has three sons, Kendrick McDougald, Kelvin McDougald and Mitch McDougald; and four grandchildren. The pastor of Johnston Chapel is Elder Willie McLeod.
Pleasant Hill Youth Enjoy Fishing Tournament
On May 9, Pleasant Hill Christian Church had its annual youth fishing tournament. The youth spent the day fishing at Mr. and Mrs. Billy McLamb’s pond in Benson. It was a day of fishing, fun and food. Carrying the big trophy home with the most fish caught was Benjamin Godwin with a total of 44 fish and a little over 22 pounds. Pictured on the front row from left are Alyssa King, Katie Mitchell, Joey McLamb and Ethan Godwin. Second row: Cliff McLamb, Haley Sasser, Benjamin Godwin, Kayla Niedwick, Noah Godwin, Myiah King, Jordan Niedwick, Janie McLamb and Wade Raynor. Third row: Cole Denning, Andrew McLamb, November Pfeil, Courtney Guntang, Maddy Guntang and Corey Sasser. Not pictured: Brittney Guntang.
Pastor Scott Johnson along with the Pleasant Hill Christian Church congregation honored mothers. Linda Harrison tied with her mother-in-law, Vera Harrison, with the most children and tied with Blanche Honeycutt with most children present. Read the rest of this entry »
Promise of Lillington will celebrate its second singing anniversary Saturday at Greens Chapel FWB Church, located on U.S. 421 in Lillington.
Breast cancer survivor Pam Betts announces that Abundant Life Worship in Angier will host a community event to sponsor a Susan G. Komen rally. Pictured with her is 8-month-old puppy Naomi. Read the rest of this entry »
Sharon Stevens of Coats will be the Ladies Day speaker at Leslie United Methodist Church on Sunday at 11 a.m. Mrs. Stevens is the Dunn Tourism director and is married to Doug Stevens.
Be sure to check out the events happening at the local area churches.