We seem to become more theological in our thinking in times of crises. We're good at asking “why?” Why didn't God stop that plane from crashing? As one who has been called to think about God, I try to defend him in tragedy. I'm wrong. God doesn't need me to defend him. He's God!

Local medical missionary heads for Africa

Unlike most mothers and grandmothers, Cindy Epps, an assistant professor of nursing at the State University of West Georgia, will not be celebrating Mother's Day with her family this Sunday. Following church services at Christ the King Church in Peachtree City, Mrs. Epps will embrace her husband, sons and grandchildren and rush to the airport to board an aircraft bound for the east African nation of Uganda.

F'ville First Baptist breaks ground for new Ministry Center

Putting their “hands to the plow,” members of the Fayetteville First Baptist Church joined together to break ground on the church's new Ministry Center in a celebration service held April 30.

Creation vs. evolution will be topic of discussion for 'Dino-Mania' program

In view of the recent movie, “Dinosaur,” River's Edge Community Church will host Dr. Grady McMurty, a Biblical Scientific Creationist, as he speaks on “Dino-Mania” Friday, May 12, at 7 p.m. The public is invited to the free program.

Kathie Walters to speak at Women's Aglow

Evangelist Kathie Walters will be the speaker at this month's meeting of Women's Aglow Fellowship International, Peachtree City Chapter, Monday, May 15, and Tuesday, May 16. Both meetings will be held at the Calvary Temple Assembly of God, 202 Robinson Rd. in Peachtree City.

Easters, McCameys, Inspirations to perform at Gospel Barn in LaGrange

The Gospel Barn in LaGrange will host two days of the best in Southern Gospel music when it welcomes The McCameys, The Inspirations, Jeff and Sheri Easter and The Crabb Family for performances on Friday and Saturday, May 19 and 20.

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