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Saints we’re not, but ...

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:58:15 -0500

Our world prizes perfection and we come to expect it. We expect it of others, and we expect it of ourselves. We strive for it and fall short and that often gets us demoralized, making us think that we’re somehow inadequate. We’re all too aware of our shortcomings, our mistakes, our past failures.

Heritage Christian will offer holiday DivorceCare class

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:56:31 -0500

The Small Group Ministry at Heritage Christian Church will off “DivorceCare: Surviving the Holidays,” a free, helpful, encouraging seminar for people facing the holidays after a separation or divorce. The seminar will be held on Sunday, Dec. 6 from 5 to 7 p.m. Childcare will be provided.

Christmas Tour of Homes planned for Dec. 5 & 6

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:55:34 -0500

The Fayetteville First United Methodist Church will once again sponsor its annual Christmas Tour of Homes, this year planned for Saturday and Sunday Dec. 5 and 6, from 1 – 5 p.m. each day. Six homes have been selected for the tour, and include restored historic dwellings, an ecologically friendly home, and the home of an interior designer.

Mayors declare November ‘City Family Month’

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:42:21 -0500

At the recent City Council meetings in both Peachtree City and Fayetteville, mayors of both cities issued a proclamation declaring November to be City Family Month. The proclamation urges “all citizens to spend quality time with family members to strengthen relationships between parents and children.”

St. Andrew’s Episcopal’s Christmas Arts & Craft Fair set for December 5

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:35:47 -0500

St. Andrew’s in-the-Pines Episcopal Church in Peachtree City will host its annual Fine Art & Craft Christmas Fair Saturday, Dec. 5, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. in the parish hall, 316 Peachtree Parkway North. Several local well-known artists are scheduled to display their works, including Lisa Nicholson of Marietta, a nationally recognized and award-winning glass artist.

St. Mary’s in Newnan to offer Thanksgiving Mass Nov. 26

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:34:54 -0500

A special Thanksgiving Day Mass will be held at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 26.

Father Dan Fleming, pastor, will celebrate the Mass.

Joint service planned in Tyrone

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:32:18 -0500

The Lighthouse and Hopewell United Methodist Church will join together this year to provide a community Thanksgiving service with Holy Communion at the Hopewell location Sunday, Nov. 22 at 6 p.m.

Religion Briefs 111809

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:30:53 -0500

Brooks UMC BBQ, bake sale planned
Brooks United Methodist Church will hold its annual barbecue and bake sale Saturday, Nov. 21, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. offering barbecue, Brunswick stew and all the trimmings .The ladies will sell homemade desserts. The Second Chance Thrift Shop will offer a shopping bonanza in the gym with a large selection of clothes, household items, books and Christmas decorations. Brooks UMC is at 119 Morgan Mill Rd. in Brooks, three miles south of Starr’s Mill on Ga. 85 Connector. Call for more information or go to www.brooksumc.com.

One church’s story ... Part 2

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:53:54 -0500

This coming Sunday, Nov. 15, here at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Fayetteville, we will celebrate our 25th Anniversary and Homecoming with worship at 10 a.m. followed by a luncheon for all our members, former members, and guests. We invite all our former members and any of our friends in the community to attend and celebrate and reminisce with us.

Confirmands

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:51:22 -0500

St. Paul Lutheran Church in Peachtree City recently confirmed eight young adults in their Christian faith. Shown above (L-R) are Jacob Sussman, Alec Emmett, Dillon Richards, Emily Engel, Cory Smith, director of youth ministries, the Rev. Daniel Schepmann, senior pastor, Grant Worthington, Evan Krug, Michael Smith, and Michael Giunta. Photo/Special.

Special holiday GriefShare planned

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:50:04 -0500

“GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays,” a free, encouraging seminar for people facing the holidays after a loved one’s death, will be offered at Fayetteville First Baptist Church Tuesday, Nov. 17, from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall of the church, 205 Stonewall Ave., Fayetteville.

Donuts with Dad

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:41:47 -0500

Andrew’s in the Pines Dayschool recently held its annual Donuts with Dad event. Shown above is Jackson Lovejoy showing his dad, Scott, around the school and sharing a doughnut and some juice. Photo/Special.

Jonesboro First Baptist ladies plan luncheon November 14

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:40:55 -0500

The annual Ladies Luncheon at Jonesboro First Baptist Church will be held Nov. 14, from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. in the church’s Recreation Outreach Center.

Fayetteville UMC’s Tour of Homes set for Dec. 5 & 6

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:38:55 -0500

The Fayetteville First United Methodist Church will once again sponsor its annual Christmas Tour of Homes, this year planned for Saturday and Sunday Dec. 5 and 6, from 1 – 5 p.m. each day.