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Pastor spreads word through ‘hip pop’

Passion, inspiration and true, raw talent are all things most musicians have in their blood.

June 06, 2013 | By Michelle Parham | RELIGION

Hezekiah Walker to perform in Lithonia

Grammy-winning artist Hezekiah Walker will appear at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 13 at The Mall at Stonecrest in celebration of his new CD, "Azusa the Next Generation." The appearance will be nationally televised.

May 23, 2013 | Staff Report | RELIGION

In the Beginning...

Rockdale County will have an opportunity to celebrate the King James Bible, a bestseller for more than 400 years, during a six-week exhibit at Nancy Guinn Library beginning May 29.

May 02, 2013 | Kathy Hooks | RELIGION

Celebration choir hosts guest singer

The Newton County Celebration Choir will perform a concert at 6 p.m. June 1 with guest singer Bishop Paul S. Morton Sr.

April 30, 2013 | Madison Morganthall | RELIGION

Just a thought: He lives within us

The world cannot know him, but we know him because he indwells us.

April 25, 2013 | William Burnham | RELIGION

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Archive By Section - RELIGION

Q&A with new Salem UMC pastor Peabody

Salem United Methodist Church welcomed a new pastor recently in the Rev. Joe Peabody, a self-labeled preacher's kid, sports junkie, lover of sailing, devoted husband and father of two.

August 16, 2012 | Staff Report | RELIGION

Salem Campmeeting to be featured online

This year's Salem Campmeeting will be featured on the Internet at AIBnet.tv from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Aug. 12 through Aug. 18. Two-hour long programs will be rotated throughout the week.

August 09, 2012 | Staff Report | RELIGION

A gathering of prayer

Community leaders and local church organizations have come together to organize a community prayer event called "Community On Our Knees" at 7 p.m. tomorrow, Aug. 11, at the Covington square.

August 09, 2012 | Elizabeth Park news@covnews.com | RELIGION

Local to perform ‘for His glory’ concert

Scarlett Temple, of Social Circle, is looking forward to sharing with others her personal testimony and calling to serve the Lord through her music ministry.

July 12, 2012 | Nhi Ho | RELIGION

Salem UMC’s team went to Philippines

During the first two weeks of June, Salem United Methodist Church's mission team went to the Philippines for a life-changing experience. Church member Carol Standard led the team of 14 people from the church including her brother from out of town.

July 12, 2012 | Joy Bratcher | RELIGION

Episcopal bishops OK gay blessing prayer

Episcopal bishops approved an official prayer service for blessing same-sex couples Monday at a national convention that also cleared the way for transgender ordination.

July 11, 2012 | RACHEL ZOLL, AP Religion Writer | RELIGION

Atlanta Bishop visits Good Shepherd

Rev. Timothy Graham, Jenna Faith Strizak and Bishop of Atlanta John Neil Alexander. The Church of the Good Shepherd welcomed the Bishop of Atlanta Saturday, June 9, for the ordination of deacon Jenna Faith Strizak of Covington. Also ordained was Gwin Hunter Hanahan from South Carolina.

June 21, 2012 | Staff Report | RELIGION

Where the church is united

Last week we began a very important conversation on when and where there needs to be unity and diversity in Christian circles. If you read the article, we outlined three levels of theological division and unity. Level one issues are those that are essential and necessary for Christianity, level two issues are those where denominations and local churches have traditionally divided, and level three issues are those where Christians can disagree, but can still join ...

June 14, 2012 | Jason Dees | RELIGION

Abiding Grace receives two summer volunteers

Vacations, beaches, friends and family are all the elements for a fun, relaxing, and enjoyable summer. However, two students from Martin Luther College, New Ulm, Minn. have chosen to dedicate their summer to support Abiding Grace Lutheran Church. Noah Willitz and Kyle Heise are both studying to become pastors. They will start their third year of college this coming fall. They are zealous for this opportunity to serve the people of the Covington area. This ...

June 07, 2012 | Jonathan E. Scharf | RELIGION

Northminister Church opens its doors

Paul Casola, the former pastor of the Passion Community Baptist Church in Covington recently launched a new church in Conyers. Given the horrific events Casola has endured, he could not be faulted for losing faith.

May 17, 2012 | Nhi Ho | RELIGION

Eastridge holds Saturday, Sunday services to celebrate Easter

Eastridge Community Church is holding three Easter services this year, including a Saturday service at 6 p.m. and two Sunday services at 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. The church is located at 863 Ga. Highway 142, Covington. Lead Pastor Scott Moore will explore how people should approach life with the hope promised by the resurrection of Jesus.

April 05, 2012 | Staff Report | RELIGION

First Baptist Church travels to Istanbul

Members of the First Baptist Church of Covington recently took the "Footsteps of Paul Journey" starting in Istanbul, Turkey, and ending in Athens, Greece. The group is standing at the base of the Acropolis in Athens. Acropolis in Greek means "the sacred rock, the high city." The Acropolis echoes the grandeur and power of the Athenian empire. If you are interested in traveling, FBC is planning a 10-day Biblical Tour of the Holy Lands in February 2013.