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Wednesday, May 30, 2001

Thank God for heroes
By REV. JOHN HATCHER
Religion Columnist
I've known my father-in-law for about 27 years as long as I have known his only daughter. He's Howard Emerson Blackburn and he's a World War II veteran. Often we have talked about the mundane matters of life, but seldom about the war in which he was wounded. Not until I asked him to talk about it. I found the truth: real heroes don't brag, but take inner, deep satisfaction that they did their duty.

Hallberg to perform at SPRY meeting for seniors June 5

John Hallberg of Peachtree City will provide the entertainment for the monthly meeting of Senior Presbyterians Remaining Young (SPRY) at the First Presbyterian Church in Peachtree City Tuesday, June 5, at 11:30 a.m.

Harrison is guest speaker at Body of Christ Church

Dr. Bob Harrison of Harrison International Ministries will be the guest speaker at the Body of Christ Christian Church on Sunday, June 10, at special services scheduled for 8 and 10:30 a.m., and 7 p.m. There is no admission and all in the community are invited.

Peachtree City UMC plans 'Soncreek Junction' VBS

Peachtree City United Methodist Church will have Vacation Bible School Monday, June 18 through Friday, June 22, from 9 a.m. until noon. This year's theme is "Soncreek Junction," and children ages four years through fifth grade are invited to attend.

VBS Schedules

Christian coffeehouse features Ken Kington

The Gathering Grounds Coffeehouse, a gathering place for young singles, will feature Kenn Kington, Christian comedian, author and motivational speaker, on Friday, June 1, at Crossroads Church, 2564 Highway 154, in Newnan.

Danny Dukes band to be featured at singles meeting on June 15

"Single Vision," a monthly gathering for single persons 30 and older, will feature the Danny Dukes Band, a popular praise and worship group, on Friday, June 15, at 7:30 p.m., at Crossroads Church, 2564 Highway 154, in Newnan.

Providence youth plan mission to Memphis

There are only a few spots left, but youth at Providence United Methodist Church in Fayetteville are encouraged to sign up for the Memphis mission trip scheduled for the week of June 2-9.

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