06.26.09
Weekend Events At Local Churches
These are the upcoming activities for many local churches.
06.19.09
Spring Branch Keenagers Meet
The Keenagers of Spring Branch Baptist Church met at the Sandpiper in Clinton on May 28 with 28 members and three guests in attendance. Jimmy Jackson, president, opened the meeting and welcomed everyone.
Judy Harrison gave the devotion based on Zachariah 7:9, followed by the blessing for the meal.
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Community Enjoys Fun Day
Midway Area Churches (M.A.C.) held a “Community Fun Day” on May 23 at the old Midway High School. There was live gospel singing by Praise Out Loud and the guest speaker was Minister Leonard Henry, former football player of the Miami Dolphins. About 800 people from Sampson, Johnston and Harnett counties attended this event.
The vice president of M.A.C., Pastor Floyd Ray, opened the event with a prayer. Each church that was represented supplied free food, drinks, snacks, face painting and inflatables for the children. Food included barbecue, hot dogs, pork chop sandwiches and funnel cakes, along with drinks, water and snow cones. Churches that had booths were Mt. Carmel, Mt. Zion, Taylor’s Chapel, Shady Grove, Running Branch, Central Baptist, Calvary, Bethesda, Union Community, Blackman’s Grove, The Journey and Robert’s Grove.
The mission statement for M.A.C. is “We believe that by coming together, we have the ability to make a difference in our community and in the lives of our children.”
The public is encouraged to join M.A.C.
Next M.A.C. Meeting July 12
The next meeting will be held July 12 at 6 p.m. at the old Midway High School.
Local Church Activities
Weekend and other week day events at local churches in the Harnett, Johnston, Cumberland, & Sampson County areas.
06.12.09
Rogers Talks To Auxiliary About Missionary Work In Africa
The Hodges Chapel Ladies Auxiliary meeting was held June 1 and co-hosted by Pauline Sorrell and Brookie West. The meeting was called to order by Rebecca Tart, president.
Prayer requests were taken and Pat Ellis prayed the opening prayer. Mrs. Sorrell then gave an introduction of the guest speaker, Betty Rogers. Read the rest of this entry »
Women’s Missions Hold Meeting
Women’s Missions of Antioch PFWB Church met in the church fellowship hall on June 9. After a time of fellowship, the president, Kellon Davis, called the meeting to order. Prayer requests were given by each lady and Eula Gregory led the group in prayer. There were many sick and shut-ins who were remembered. Read the rest of this entry »
Upcoming Events At Divine Street UM Church
A new summer service has been added to Sundays at Divine Street United Methodist Church in Dunn, starting Sunday and continuing through Aug. 23 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. It will be a casual-dress worship, in addition to the traditional service at 11 a.m., according to the pastor, the Rev. Madison Hankal. Read the rest of this entry »
Victoria Huggins To Be At Saint John PH Church
The public is invited to a special sing at Saint John PH Church. Featured will be 16-year-old Victoria Huggins of St. Pauls. Read the rest of this entry »
Local Area Church Events
There are several area churches for you to visit, with many different activities and events to suit everyone. Read the rest of this entry »
06.05.09
Local and Weekend Church Activities
Healing Service At Benson PH Church
There will be a healing service Sunday at 6 p.m. at Benson PH Church. The evangelist will be Charles Mellott. For information, call (910) 658-1239.
Family, Friends Day Set
Family and Friends Day will be held Sunday at 11 a.m. at Long Branch Disciple of Christ Church, 1921 Barefoot Road. The pastor is Dr. David N. Atkinson. For more information, call Janie Elliott at 594-6516.
Gospel Sing At Jonesboro Baptist
There will be a gospel sing Sunday at 6 p.m. at Jonesboro Baptist Church. Featured will be Black Creek and The Howell Family. The church is located at 2020 Jonesboro Road, Dunn.
Breakfast At Beulah Church
The Abandoned Youth Group of Beulah Baptist Church will serve breakfast on Saturday at the church in Benson. Breakfast will be served from 7 to 10 a.m. Everyone is invited to come. All proceeds will go to the youth group. Donations will be accepted for the meal. For more information, call (919) 894-7428.
Vacation Bible School will be held at Beulah Baptist Church June 14-19. Classes on Sunday June 14, will be 3-5 p.m. with all other nightly classes beginning at 6:30. Refreshments will be served nightly.
The church is located at 3140 N.C. 242 South Benson.
For more information, call Pam Campbell at (919) 894-6115.
Upcoming Events At St. Luke
Sunday at 11 a.m., Pastor Leroy Smith will honor all 2009 graduates in conjunction with communion.
On June 14 at 9 a.m., St. Luke will unite with Mt. Zion MB Church in baptism at Mt. Zion. On June 14 at 3 p.m., Pastor Queen Penny and First Missionary Baptist Church family will render a 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 890-1429.
Lillington Grove To Hold Mission March
Lillington Grove FWB Church will hold its annual Mission March Sunday at 6 p.m. All mission sisters and church members are invited to attend. President is Henrietta Armstrong. For more information, call (910) 893-3810.
Upcoming Events At Lighthouse
There will be a gospel sing Sunday at 6:30 p.m. at Lighthouse PFWB Church. Featured will be The Crusaders, The Allen Family, Crystal Brown, Richard Duryea and Gary Barnhardt.
There will be an installation service Sunday at 11 a.m. for the Rev. Larry Stancil at Lighthouse. He will be installed as the pastor of Lighthouse PFWB Church. Dr. Preston Heath, general superintendent, will be the speaker.
The church is located at 5435 Overhills Road, Spring Lake (Anderson Creek). The pastor is the Rev. Larry Stancil. For more information, call (910) 814-1896 or (910) 916-0293.
Second Saturday Night Sing
The Second Saturday Night Sing will be held June 13 at 7 p.m. at Mintz Missionary Baptist Church. The church is located six miles south of Roseboro. For more information, call 567-6888.
Gospel Sing Saturday
Free Gospel Church, located at 205 Prince Ave., Erwin, will have a gospel sing Saturday at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 892-7356. The pastor is the Rev. Ada Cavenaugh.
Messengers Of Christ Anniversary
The 12th anniversary tribute for The Messengers of Christ will be held June 14 at 3 p.m. at the Dunn Community Building, Jackson Road, Dunn. Admission is $10. Featured on the program will be Truth of Zebulon, Joy Sisters of Faison, United of Dunn, Promise of Lillington, Jerry Harrison & Faith of Rocky Mount, Billy Ray and the Anointed Voices of Clinton, Greater Vision of Lillington, New Dimension of Lumberton, Chosen Voices of Dunn, Little Miss Davis (mime treat), Bishop Perry Williams & The Travelaires of Fayetteville and Ebony Gospel Singers of Spring Hope.
Submission To Celebrate Anniversary
Submission of Coats will celebrate its fifth gospel quartet anniversary Saturday at 6 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. at McNeil Memorial RFWB Church. Many groups and choirs have been invited. Admission is free. The church is located at 607 S. Magnolia Ave., Dunn. Refreshments will be served.
Homecoming At New Zealand PFWB
Homecoming will be held Sunday at New Zealand PFWB Church. The speaker will be the Rev. Herbert Johnson. The service begins at 10 a.m. with special singing. A covered-dish lunch will be served in the fellowship hall following the service. The church is located at 5312 Meadowbrook Road in the Meadow community.
Musical Program At Harnett Chapel OFWB
There will be a musical program Saturday at 6 p.m. at Harnett Chapel OFWB Church, 715 E. Edgerton St., Dunn. All proceeds will go to the building fund. The pastor is Eldress Margaret Wilson.
Green’s Chapel To Hold Musical Benefit Program
Green’s Chapel FWB Church will have a musical benefit program for the family of Chris and Brandi Bell. The Bell family — consisting of mother, father and six children — lost their home in a fire. The program will be held Saturday at 6:30 p.m. and is sponsored by Awesome Blessings Outreach of Green’s Chapel. The church is located at 3767 Cornelius Harnett Blvd., Lillington. The pastor is Elder Craig Robinson. For more information, call Velma McLean at 893-9091 or the Bell family at 893-8670.
New Schedule For Coats Baptist
Sunday, Coats Baptist Church will begin a “New Day For Sunday School,” followed by a new model for worship. Sunday school will begin at 9 a.m. with age-graded classes for children and youth and a variety of classes for adults, followed by a fellowship time from 10 to 10:25. Worship will begin promptly at 10:30 a.m. using a “blended” style of worship that will utilize the Adult Choir, the Vessels of Praise and, on given Sundays, there will be soloists, trios, quartets, praise band, children and youth choirs presenting the special music. The congregation will also sing the hymns of the faith. There will also be times when testimonies or drama will be offered.
Men’s Day At Hickory Grove Disciple COC
Men’s Day will be Sunday at 11 a.m. at Hickory Grove Disciple Church of Christ. The guest minster will be Bishop Joseph Smith, pastor of Potter House in Erwin. Trustee Radford Avery will preside. The choir will be Point Level Male Chorus.
Hickory Grove Disciple COC is located at 5260 Devil’s Race Track Road, Four Oaks.The pastor is Elder Dannie Robinson and first lady is Brenda Robinson.
Crestview To Hold Plate Sale
Crestview Baptist Church will hold its annual plate sale Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. There will be barbecue chicken with green beans, boiled potatoes, rolls and cake; or chicken pastry with green beans, yams, rolls and cake; or chicken pastry cups. All plates are $6 each. The chicken pastry cups are $3 each. The sale is sponsored by the WMU and Men’s Brotherhood.
For more information or orders, call 892-2099 or 892-1941. Crestview is located on U.S. 421 near Spivey’s Corner.
Faith Mission Church News
Sunday at 11 a.m. at Faith Mission Church, Minister Hattie Rollins will speak. At 3 p.m., Minister McNeill and congregation from Pisgah Top Bible Church in Erwin will render the service at Faith Mission.
Faith Mission is located on South Gilbert Street in Benson. The pastor is Cora Barnes.
Strickland To Preach First Sermon June 14
Belinda A. Strickland of Dunn will preach her first sermon June 14 at 6 p.m. at Long Branch Disciples Church, located at 1921 Barefoot Road, Newton Grove. She is the daughter of the late George H. Strickland and Dianne Robinson Strickland. She is the mother of Temeka Shaw, Bianca Surles and Shilinda Hawkins. Ms. Strickland has five grandchildren. The host pastor is Dr. David Atkinson of Princeton. For more information, call (919) 894-2843.
Early Church Presentation At L.D.S. Chapel
A presentation on “The Early Church of Jesus Christ: Its Origins, Its Organization, and Its Destiny” will be presented by Gary C. Smith, Cameron Ward Mission Leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
The presentation, free and open to the public, takes place at 7 p.m. Sunday, June 14, at the Sanford Chapel of the church, 3204 Keller Andrews Road, Sanford. For more information, contact Mr. Smith at (910) 947-1692.
Revival At Overhills Community
Revival will be held June 7-10 at Overhills Community Baptist Church in Linden. Service times are Sunday at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.and Monday through Wednesday at 7 p.m. The speaker will be the Rev. Timmy Blair from Piney Grove Baptist Chapel in Angier. A nursery will be provided for each service.
The host pastor is Roy McLamb. For more information, call 893-9181 or 893-3012.
Gospel Sing Saturday At Baptist Chapel
The Marksmen’s 25th anniversary celebration with The King’s Way Quartet and The Precious Jewels and Marksmen alumni will be held Saturday at 7 p.m. at Baptist Chapel Church. Admission is free. Baptist Chapel is located in the Clement community.
Deliverance Church News
Deliverance Church Inc. will continue its pastoral anniversary celebration tonight at 7:30 and Sunday at 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Speakers will be Bishop Ezekiel Young from New Birth Deliverance Church in Coats, tonight; Pastor Titus Dixon from Kingdom Harvest Ministries in Raleigh, Sunday at 11 a.m.; and Pastor Kelvin Belle from First Congregational United Church of Christ in Durham, Sunday at 3:30 p.m.
Vacation Bible School will be held June 17-19 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Deliverance Church. VBS is for youth as well as adults.
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.
Yard Sale At Plainview Presbyterian
The women of Plainview Presbyterian Church will have a yard sale on Saturday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the church. Plainview Church is located at 2712 Plainview Church Road, six miles east of Angier, off N.C. 210.
Dunn Chapel FWB Ushers Anniversary
Dunn Chapel FWB Church will have an ushers anniversary program on Sunday at 3 p.m. Minister Addie Rawls from Shiloh Christian Church in Smithfield will be the speaker. Dunn Chapel Mass Choir will provide the music. Elder Timothy L. Thomas is the pastor.
‘Day At The Beach’ VBS At Bethesda
Bethesda Friends Meeting will have a “Day at the Beach” VBS program on June 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Students will participate in Bible study, singing and crafts. A hot dog and hamburger lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. Afterward, children can enjoy inflatables. Children ages 2-12 are invited to attend. For more information, contact Pastor Lee Lane at 892-5667. Bethesda is located at 4955 Green Path Road, near Dunn.
Youth Group To Hold Car Wash
The youth group of Christian Chapel House of the Lord will have a car wash Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The car wash will be held at Advance Auto Parts, 1108 W. Cumberland St., Dunn. Donations will be accepted. For more information, call 892-0367.
‘Wind Of God’ Revival Continues
“The Wind Of God Healing Tent Revival” will continue nightly at 7 at 301 S. Magnolia St., Dunn.
W.B.S. To Host ‘Reaching Fathers & Teaching Men’
Win Build Send Christian Center will host “Reaching Fathers & Teaching Men” for the entire month of June. Speakers will be Tyrone McClain, first Sunday at 10 a.m.; Elder Arthur McCallistar from Clayton, second Sunday at 10 a.m.; Pastor Lawrence Denning, third Sunday at 10 a.m.; Dean Mack Sewall from Selma, fourth Sunday at 10 a.m. and at 3 p.m., Minister Chris Lindsey will be the guest speaker and Won 4 Christ will be in concert. All are welcome to attend. The church is located at 511 Susan Tart Road, Dunn. Call 892-8922 for more information.
Living Waters News
Apostle Melvin Blue and first lady Jennifer Blue will be two of the speakers at Zion Cathedral on a Deliverance Conference in Fayetteville with pastors Antonio and Prophetess Amichia Jones on Saturday at 9 a.m.
Pastor James Peterkin will be the guest speaker at Living Waters on Sunday at 3:30 p.m. for a pre-pastor anniversary.
Living Waters Ministries is located at 10595 Colliers Chapel Road in Linden. The pastors are Apostle Melvin and lady Jennifer Blue. For more information, call (910) 980-5533.
Mingo Hill OFWB Church News
Mingo Hill OFWB Church will have an old-fashion gospel sing Saturday at 4 p.m.
There will be various choirs and groups. This will be a pre-Men’s Day celebration.
Mingo Hill OFWB Church will hold its annual Men’s Day observance Sunday at 11 a.m. Elder James Baker from McKoy’s Chapel FWB Church will be the speaker.
The Men’s Choir will provide the music. The pastor is Elder Terence McCrimmon.
Pastor’s Aide Program At Smith Grove
There will be a Pastor’s Aide program Sunday at 6 p.m. at Smith Grove FWB Church. The Rev. Leroy Smith and Eleveth Hour Church family will be the guests.
Men’s Day At St. Mark
The public is invited to the annual Men’s Day program at St. Mark Christian Church on Sunday at 3:30 p.m.
This program is sponsored by the Christian Men’s Fellowship (CMF) of St. Mark. Services will be rendered by Pastor De Ashley Curtis and The Green Chapel Missionary Baptist Church and choir of Smithfield.
The host pastor is the Rev. Kenneth Wallace. St. Mark Christian Church is located at 1104 E. Johnson St., Dunn.
Evangelistic Services Set
Citadel of Praise and Deliverance will hold Evangelistic Services tonight at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday at 6 p.m.
Citadel of Praise and Deliverance will hold a Spiritual Empowerment Conference June 12 at 7:30 p.m. and June 13 at 6 p.m. Speakers will be Prophetess Moody and Bishop Branch.
Apostle Timothy Smith is the senior pastor and Elder Barbara Gordon is the resident pastor. For more information, call Yolanda Smith at (910) 920-5933.
Midway PH To Hold Revival
The Rev. Edwin Norris, pastor of Midway PH Church, announces a revival to be held by the Rev. Tim Dean of Fayetteville New Hope Church of God. Services will start Sunday at 6 p.m. and continue Monday through Wednesday at 7:30 each night.
The church is located at the corner of Triton Road and N.C. 55 outside of Erwin.
Homecoming At Davis Chapel
Davis Chapel’s homecoming service will be Sunday at 3 p.m. The guest speaker will be the Rev. June McDonald from New Life Deliverance Center of Lillington. Host pastor is the Rev. Lonnie McLean. For more information, call Eva McLean at 893-6777.
Eleventh Hour Ministries News
VBS will be held June 8-12 at Eleventh Hour Ministries.
A Men’s Conference will be held June 17 at 7:30 nightly at Eleventh Hour.
For more information, call Evangelist Debra Wilson at (919) 333-1288 or Pastor Audrey Smith at 892-4593.
Divine Street UM News
A new summer service has been added to Sundays at Divine Street United Methodist Church in Dunn starting June 14 through Aug. 23 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. It will be casual-dress worship in addition to the traditional service at 11 a.m.
The service on June 14 will be the only service followed by a pancake breakfast held on the church grounds under the shelter. It is suggested that people bring a lawn chair and comfortable clothes. The theme of the new summer service is “Seize The Breeze.” The initial service on June 14 will introduce special guest vocalist/guitarist, David Hodges of Erwin, who will be part of the “Summer Breeze” service each Sunday throughout the summer.
A summer youth event called “Crocodile Dock” will be hosted by Divine Street UM from June 15-19. Children can participate in Bible-learning activities, sing songs, play teamwork-building games, enjoy treats, experience Bible adventures, collect Bible Memory Buddies and create Bible Point crafts.
“Crocodile Dock” is for children from kindergarten through fifth grade age levels and will run from 9 a.m. to noon each day. Register online at www.divinestreet.org.
McKoy’s Chapel To Celebrate Men’s Day
McKoy’s Chapel Church will celebrate Men’s Day June 14 at 11:15 a.m. and 3 p.m. Pastor James Baker will be the morning speaker and Elder RaShawn McKoy from Raleigh will be the afternoon speaker. Lunch will be served after the morning service.
Elder James Baker is the pastor.
Burning Bush To Honor First Lady
Members and friends of Burning Bush Church will honor first lady Lucille Lockamy on Sunday at 4 p.m. Pastor Maria Robinson and congregation of Daily Walk With Christ Ministries of Fayetteville will be the guests.
Burning Bush Church is located at 402 N. 13th St., Erwin, next to the W.N. Porter Memorial Park. The pastor is Elder Alexander Lockamy.
VBS Starts June 17 At Randall’s Chapel
“Son Rock Kids Camp” is the theme for Vacation Bible School at Randall’s Chapel PFWB Church. VBS begins June 17 and runs through June 20. Times are Wednesday through Friday from 6:30 to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. To register, call Deanna at 594-2091 or the church at 594-1198 by June 15.
Jones To Speak At Power House
Pastor Linda Jones of Erwin will speak at Power House of Deliverance in Wilson on Sunday at 4 p.m. The pastor is Dorothy King.
Mark Trammell Trio, Taylors In Concert At Fellowship
Fellowship Baptist Church will host a concert featuring Mark Trammell Trio of Gasden, Ala., and the Taylors of Lillington on Monday at 7 p.m. The trio was recently nominated for best trio, best baritone, best tenor, best album and best song of the year, ‘Loving The Lamb.’ Collectively, Mark Trammell Trio has more than 30 years of experience, including singing with The Cathedrals, Gold City and the Kingsmen. The Taylors will perform songs from their upcoming CD ‘He Leadeth Me.’ The church is located on Ross Road in Lillington. Call 897-4768 for more information.
Deliverance Conference 2009 will be held tonight at 7:30 to Sunday at 11 a.m. at Zion Cathedral Christian Church, 5329 Ramsey St., Fayetteville. This year’s theme is ‘Launch Out, Spread Out And Reach Out!’ The event is free. Keynote speakers will be Apostle Jerome Cade and Prophetess Michelle Cade, pastors of Behold the Light Christian Ministries, Atlanta, Ga. Musical program will be Saturday with Family Fellowship Worship Center. For more information, call (910) 488-5633 or visit the Web site at jonesministries.org. Pictured are pastors Antonio B. Jones and Prophetess Amichia Jones.
Smith To Celebrate 16th Anniversary
The congregation of Praise & Worship Outreach Ministries in Erwin will celebrate Elder Aaron Smith’s, right, 16th anniversary on June 8-14 at 7:30 nightly. Speakers will be Pastor Larry Holmes, Riverside Holiness on Monday; Pastor Betty McNeil of Union Hill on Tuesday; Pastor Christine Willias of Temple of Faith on Wednesday; Pastor Robert Gilchrist of Body of Christ on Thursday; and Apostle Marvin Smith of City of Great Kings on Friday. On Sunday, June 14, at 3 p.m., Bishop Brenda Johnson of Recruiters for Christ will speak.
Faith & Power CC News
The congregation of Praise & Worship Outreach Ministries in Erwin will celebrate Elder Aaron Smith’s, right, 16th anniversary on June 8-14 at 7:30 nightly. Speakers will be Pastor Larry Holmes, Riverside Holiness on Monday; Pastor Betty McNeil of Union Hill on Tuesday; Pastor Christine Willias of Temple of Faith on Wednesday; Pastor Robert Gilchrist of Body of Christ on Thursday; and Apostle Marvin Smith of City of Great Kings on Friday. On Sunday, June 14, at 3 p.m., Bishop Brenda Johnson of Recruiters for Christ will speak.
Christian Women Brunch To Be Held June 9
Area women and their guests are invited to the Dunn Christian Women’s Connection brunch on Tuesday, June 9, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Triangle South Enterprise Center, 600 S. Magnolia Ave., Dunn. The cost is $11.
The theme for the event is “Growing in Strength.” Ellen Calos of Charlotte will speak on “By the Power Received Gained Peace.” Darrin Hughes of Dunn will sing a solo. Master Gardener Pat Avery of Erwin will present the feature.
A free nursery is provided by reservation. Call Mary at 891-4145 for reservations and location.
Reservations for the brunch can be made by calling Kathy at 892-6997 or Elva at 892-2285.
Christian Women’s Connection is nondenominational and require no membership or dues. It is part of Stonecroft Ministries, based in Kansas City, Mo.
PFWB Youth Talent Extravaganza
The Annual PFWB Youth Talent Extravaganza was held on May 16. There were 58 entries in different categories including Vocal Solo, Choir, Creative Movement, Drama, Arts and Crafts, and Painting and Sketches. Pictured are some of the first- and second-place winners. Participants include: Micah Mooring, Sifa Wainaina, Brooke LaVoie, Caitlin Ivey, Heather Aycock, Nicholas Peavey, Mical Mooring, Rachel Bell, Analicia Vasquez, Jonathan Hannah, Anna Heinz, Devin Dove, Hilary Tew, Allyson Heinz, Kaitlin Applewhite, Erin Sandlin, Oriana Aycock, Dustin Faulkner, Amani Wainaina, Alexis Jarman, Megan Hales, Matthew Summerlin, Ryan Byrd, Leah Garris, Destiny Newkirk, Hekima Wainaina, Holly Sutton, Blake Swaney, Allison Upchurch, Courney Dailey, Bailee Daniels, Courtney Adams, Zawadi Wainaina, Meredith Mooring, Ashton Blackburn, Michala Tyner, Hannah Forrester, Shelby Lanier, Tyler Albright, Lauren Sandlin, Trevor Johnson, Breanna Brown, Hayley Forehand, Adair Cribb, Hayes Thompson, Kayla Whitley, John Avery Sasser, Jessica Bass and Heather Aycock.
Family Fun And Fishing At Lee’s Grove
Lee’s Grove held a Family Fun Day and Fishing Tourney. Pictured are the winners. Front row from left are Summer Dobbins, first place catching a 3.5 pound bass; Caleb Beasley; and Haley Schmidting. Second row: Colby Jackson, Mary Butler, Jesse Powers (winner of most fish caught) and Jesse Butler.
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Pleasant Hill Holds Homecoming
Pleasant Hill Christian Church in Benson had homecoming on May 17. The speaker was former pastor, the Rev. Gary McCollough. He was the pastor at Pleasant Hill from 1979-1983. His wife, Lunette, accompanied him. The congregation enjoyed a time of Christian fellowship, lunch and a gospel sing after the morning service. Before lunch, they took a special time to honor all those who had died over the past year, lighting a memory candle for each of them.
Daniels To Preach Initial Sermon
Diondra Daniels, right, will preach her initial sermon Sunday at the Coats Community Building. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. and the service begins at 4. The service is hosted by Life in the Spirit Prophetic Ministries. Dr. Sheila Cox is the founder.
Gospel Sing, Ice Cream Social At Mt. Elam
The youth of Mt. Elam Church will hold an old-fashion gospel sing and homemade ice cream social Sunday at 6 p.m. at the church. Donations will be accepted to help fund the youth missions trip.