As people enter into their second week of social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic, at least two local churches have hit upon an idea that will allow for continued fellowship and praise while continuing to maintain health guidelines.
The box is in Lincoln outside of the Brunna Valley Baptist Church at 49596 U.S. Highway 78, Lincoln.
We remembered lately the story of brave soldiers who found themselves at the Alamo in San Antonio. They’d faced heavy opposition for 12 days in 1836. Then on March 6 it was over in a few minutes. Texians repelled the attack twice, but not the third time. Forces under dictator Gen. de Santa A…
The Apostle Paul’s familiar exhortation to “greet one another with a holy kiss” reflects a customary mid-Eastern and first century greeting (Romans 16:16). Those from other nations yet greet one another in this way. We’ve seen European leaders welcoming our presidents at summits with a kiss …
As the novel coronavirus has spread across the globe and now America, people are advised to avoid large gatherings. For many, that can mean church. Local religious leaders shared with The Star changes they're making to their services.
Yohan Hong, 44, grew up in Seoul, South Korea, in one of the country’s oldest Christian families. His wife, Jenny You, 41, grew up in South Korea in a family of Buddhists.
At Easter, we focus on the resurrection of Jesus Christ, and rightly so. It is well-documented in Scripture that our Christian faith stands or falls on Christ’s bodily resurrection. It also offers us great comfort, knowing that His resurrection was the first-fruits of those who follow Him — …
Lunch will be served from 2 to 4 p.m. for a donation of $10 per plate, Saturday, Feb. 29. The singing, from 4 to 6, is free.
A 14th anniversary celebration for Pastor Curtis and lady Darlene Seals will be Sunday, March 8, at the Lily Hill Baptist Church at 2:30 p.m. The Rev. Edward Bolton Sr., Rocky Mt. Baptist Church of Oxford, will be the guest speaker.
Working at a church is both humbling and horrifying. You get the joy of being a part of God’s ongoing mission and watching lives be transformed by the Holy Spirit each day. I often stand in awe of why God would choose someone like me to carry forth His Word. When I look around, I see many ar…
Ruble Ray Gardner, who goes by Ray and lives at the Bill Nichols State Veterans Home in Alexander City, will be celebrating his 99th birthday March 1.
A guest recently remarked that he enjoyed worshiping in our church since he’d had trouble finding a congregation that sang hymns. I was surprised at this comment, though I’m aware worship trends continue to evolve. Or do they? I remember as a teenager we sang choruses in our traditional chur…
“Marriage is good, but singleness is better.”
All dance ministry groups and soloists are cordially invited. Contact Associate Minister and Dance Coordinator Denise Cook-Godfrey for more information at dcookgodfrey@gmail.com.
It was a brand-new request for me. A friend said he needed someone to sit with him and his wife and their two lawyers and try to negotiate a way forward with some sincere give and take. I immediately thought of two images of myself. One was faithful Daniel in the den of lions, and the other …
Jacobs Chapel C.M.E. Church, Talladega, where Elder Jerrell C. Hicks is pastor, will celebrate Black History Month on Sunday, Feb. 16, at 3 p.m., according to a press release.
A lady remarked a few months ago how much she enjoyed the pastor’s good humor in the pulpit. I remembered how someone else in a different place responded to a worship survey: “The pulpit is no place for levity. The pastor should refrain from joking.”
I was called on to help with a funeral in Selma recently, and the visit gave opportunity to remember many experiences and friendships from the years we lived there. I also remembered one of the most interesting telephone calls I ever had.
The play will feature casting from surrounding area churches.
Our culture conditions us to believe marriage is a command, not a concession.
Years ago when home visits were more common, I remember countless visits for the church when I competed with blaring televisions. One training program many of us took in the day suggested trying to sit between the person and the television, or saying, “I’m interrupting your program — can I …
It was so long ago that the principal at the elementary school greeted us at a school program and said, “This is the class of 2000!” All us parents laughed, not having thought of what lay in store 12 years ahead. The graduation year came and went without major incident, despite the Y2K fears…
Too many people think Jesus is a rabbit’s foot or a four leaf clover. They neglect Him often but pull Him out when they need something. Both the politician around election time and the agnostic with a sick family member personify this stereotype. I have heard preachers say that for many Amer…
I was a boy in suburban Birmingham when a man pounded on our door one night. We came to learn he was drunk and believed our house was his house. My dad was working overtime in the nearby steel mill, so I was the man of the house. My mother and sister were terrified. The man wouldn’t listen t…
The featured singers will be Purpose from Russellville, Alabama. Finger food at 5 p.m. Everyone welcome.
