De Leo, Liptak receive theology degrees
Two local students were graduated from St. Michael’s Seminary recently in the Charismatic Episcopal Church’s Diocese of the Mid-South. Jereme De Leo of Newnan received a licentiate of theology and Joseph Liptak of Fayetteville received the master of ministry degree. The ceremony was held on Saturday evening, Oct. 10. at the Cathedral of Christ the King in Sharpsburg.

The Fayetteville City Council at its Oct. 15 meeting will hear the first reading of the final amendment to the 2009 budget. Essentially a housekeeping issue, the amendment will address the General Fund, Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) and Vehicle Rental Excise Tax Fund budgets.

The Rev. Michael Fry of All Saints Anglican Church in Peachtree City blesses Hannah Jones’ cat “Stella” at the annual observance of St. Francis Day and the Blessing of The Animals on Oct. 4. Some 40 parishioners accompanied by various dogs, cats and hamsters turned out for the event. The brief service included prayers, hymns, Bible readings, and the individual blessing of each animal by Fry. Photo/Special.

Members of Christ Our Shepherd Lutheran Church in Peachtree City will observe the weekend of Oct. 23-25 as a church-wide service event, “Out the Door ... With Open Hearts ... To Serve the Lord.”

Nearly 1,000 people sprawled over the grounds of Saint Mary Magdalene Catholic Church for the 10th Anniversary Celebration on Sunday, Sept. 27.

It was the actual date of the founding of the “Sharpsburg Mission” which celebrated its first Mass in Thomas Crossroads Elementary School 10 years ago with some 68 people attending.

The last Grantville Depot Gospel Sing for 2009 will be held Saturday, Oct. 24 beginning at 7 p.m. Admission is free, refreshments will be available, the atmosphere will be casual, and there will be opportunities provided to meet the singers.

Prince of Peace offers family fun this Friday
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church will present Fall Family Night & Flick on the Bricks this Friday, Oct. 16, at 6:30 p.m. at the church. The movie, “Night at the Museum” staring Ben Stiller, starts at sunset. All children, youth and families are invited. Kids and youth are encouraged to wear costumes (nothing too scary please). Snacks and drinks will be provided. Those attending should bring lawn chairs, blankets and jackets. Rain backup will be in the Life Center with more fun for kids. Prince of Peace is on Ga. Highway 314 between Lowe’s and The Pavilion.

Bethany United Methodist Church will host a revival Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 10 and 11, featuring a special guest, the Rev. Dr. Don Harp, Fayette County native and retired minister of Atlanta’s Peachtree Road United Methodist Church.

Hopewell United Methodist Church is sponsoring a free “Festive Fall Decorations Contest” for anyone with a Tyrone address. Judging will be conducted on Oct. 17. First prize will be $100 and second prize will be $50.

St. Andrew’s in the Pines Dayschool three-year-olds started off the school year studying their family.

North Fayette United Methodist Church will host The Nashville Writers Group in concert Saturday, Oct. 17, at 7:30 p.m.

Marge Price (L) of the Brooks United Methodist Church’s Second Chance Thrift Shop presents a check for $200 to Marcia Rogers of Fayette Samaritans.

Peachtree City United Methodist Church is sponsoring a “Surviving the Holidays” seminar Sunday, Nov. 1 from 3 - 5 p.m.

National Heights Baptist Church will sponsor a trip to the Fox Theater to see the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, The Rockettes.

Tickets are now on sale for the Fayetteville First United Methodist Church’s annual Christmas Tour of Homes, Saturday and Sunday Dec. 5 and 6, from 1 – 5 p.m. each day.

Greek appetizer tasting is tomorrow night
Residents of Fayette and Coweta Counties who enjoy the tantalizing taste of Greek appetizers and baklava are welcome to attend the “Greek Appetizers/Baklava Tasting” at Saint Christopher Hellenic Orthodox Church, 313 Dividend Drive, Suite 210, Peachtree City, tomorrow evening, Oct. 8, from 6 to 8 p.m. Order forms for ordering the appetizers for the holidays will be provided. Order information can also be found at: www.saintchristopherhoc.org/index.php?pr=Bake_Sale. For reservations, call Marinda Tsahakis, 770-381-1842.

Submitted by Marie Mulvenna

Gala 10th Celebrations at Saint Mary Magdalene

Close to 1,000 people sprawled over the grounds of Saint Mary Magdalene Catholic Church for the 10th Anniversary Celebration on Sunday, September 27.  It was the actual date of the founding of the “Sharpsburg Mission” which celebrated its first Mass in Thomas Crossroads Elementary School with some 68 people attending.

All Saints Anglican Church (ASAC) of Peachtree City has moved into “new digs” at Peachtree Parkway and Windgate Road, after signing a lease agreement with Peachtree City United Methodist Church (PTCUMC).

ASAC leaders have outlined plans to eventually buy the property. The building that is now the PTCUMC youth center is expected to be shared by the two churches until PTCUMC moves its youth and children’s ministries to its main location on Robinson Road.

Several area churches are planning special “blessings” for animals within the next couple of weeks in honor of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals.

Tyrone’s Hopewell UMC invites the commiunity to enjoy the fruits of the harvest at its annual Pumpkin Patch Festival. The event will be held Saturday, Oct. 10, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the church, 351 Jenkins Rd., across from Sandy Creek High School.

St Christopher Hellenic Orthodox Church will host a “Greek Appetizers/Baklava Tasting” at the church, 313 Dividend Drive, Suite 210, Peachtree City, on Oct. 8, from 6 to 8 p.m.

Breigh Totten, Molly McInturff, and Grace Johnson (L-R) of Lighthouse Church in Tyrone write letters to God during children’s church. The children are participating as part of a contest with The Legacy Theater (where Lighthouse meets) who will present its fall show, “Children’s Letters to God,” beginning Oct. 9. For more information on Lighthouse visit www.lighthouseumc.net. For more information about performances at The Legacy visit www.thelegacytheatre.org. Photo/Special.

Tyrone’s Hopewell United Methodist Church is sponsoring a “Festive Fall Decorations Contest.” Anyone with a Tyrone address is eligible to participate and vie for the title of “Most Festive Fall Decorations.”

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.

Reading workshop for parents planned
St. Andrew’s in the Pines Episcopal Dayschool will host a reading workshop for parents Friday, Oct. 2, from 11 a.m. until noon. A Fayette County reading specialist will teach parents techniques and tricks to help their child learn to read. The cost of the workshop is $5 and childcare is provided. Call the school, 770-486-8203, to register for the workshop and childcare.

North Fayette United Methodist Church’s third annual “Find Your Way” 5K run and Fall Festival are set for this Saturday, Sept. 26, at 8 a.m., at 847 New Hope Road, Fayetteville. Supervised jump and play activities for the children will be offered, and barbecue chicken plates will be on sale after the 5K run.