Christian City recently celebrated their 40th birthday with a 1940’s style gala which raised over $105,000 for the Home for Children. Christian City got it’s start in 1965 when area churches came together to fulfill the need for a safe place for abandoned and abused children. Twelve young boys and two houseparents occupied the first cottage. Over the years the non-profit organization has grown to house over 1,000 residents on 500 acres and has 400 employees. For more information on Christian City visit their Web site at christiancity.org or call 770-703-AMEN. Pictured is the event’s planning team: Larry Regier, Lisa Tallman, Debs MacNellis, Elizabeth Jones, Heidi Becker, Greg Schmieg. Photo/Special.