Thorns Deep finalists in ‘praise battle’ finals
A local alternative Christian rock band will compete for an opportunity to play during a large fall tour.
Faith-based agencies receive cancer mini-grants
Two Albany churches were among those to recently receive mini-grants to help promote healthy lifestyles.
Sylvester man makes unique drums that capture history
One drum at a time, a South Georgia man converts old homes to a sweet-sounding new use.
Churches find creative ways to keep traditions
Religion column
Earlier this week, the 40-day season of Lent began with Ash Wednesday when worshipers gathered in churches to receive from priest or pastor a smudge of ashes on the forehead signifying godly sorrow, repentance and one’s mortality.
Pope's action benefits the flock, priest says
Pope Benedict's resignation is for the good of all Catholics, Albany's Father Finbarr Stanton says.
Lutheran, Episcopal churches join forces
The Lutheran Church of our Savior and St. Patrick's Episcopal unite each Sunday morning for services.
Anchorage receives new, larger flag
The new, “more appropriate” size American flag is donated by the American Legion, Post 30.
What is proper prayer format?
Religion column
Americans are addicted to second guessing. Did Mark Richt make the wrong call at the Alabama-Georgia game? Should Mitt Romney have run a different election campaign? Should we have better protected the Benghazi Embassy? There’s no topic immune from second guessing, including public prayer. I refer to the invocation offered prior to President Obama’s inauguration last Monday.
Legacy Run set for March 9
Over the last two years, Legacy Run for Life has raised $20,000 for the Alpha Pregnancy Center.
Middle East still dangerous for Christians
Religion column
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Chuck Wagon Gang performing tonight
The Chuck Wagon Gang will perform in concert at 7 p.m. today at Iron City Baptist Church in Seminole County.
Religion Bulletin - Dec. 29, 2012
These are religious announcements for events in and near Metro Albany.
Believing in Christ more difficult for some
Religion column
A couple of weeks ago I watched Peter Jackson’s The Hobbit at an IMAX cinema with Dolby sound and 3-D glasses. It was a pretty powerful movie if you like non-stop action where good wins out. As you might know, The Hobbit was written by J. R. R. Tolkien, author of the trilogy Lord of the Rings, too.
Religion Bulletin for Dec. 23, 2012
Former President Jimmy Carter is scheduled to teach Sunday School this Sunday at Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains.
Features
- Sumter hospital workers rally to back Oklahoma facility
- Dog bite prevention week recognized
- Healing is an ongoing process 1 comment
- Spring Fest to make downtown debut Saturday
- Traveling lighter no easy task 1 comment
- Hundreds set to race downtown Saturday 5 comments
- Common man’s buying guide
- Wooden crosses designed to honor fallen soldiers 4 comments
- Southwestern State Hospital to close Dec. 31 3 comments
- Fredericksburg makes you feel at home
Features Analysis and Opinion
- Healing is an ongoing process 1 comment
- Traveling lighter no easy task 1 comment
- Common man’s buying guide
- Fredericksburg makes you feel at home
- Triumph can turn to tragedy
- Make yourself the product of healthier habits
- Not it when it comes to ‘not it’
- Keep kids healthy over the summer
- Looking Back - May 19, 2013
- AKAs bring youth ensemble to Albany 1 comment
Arts
- Spring Fest to make downtown debut Saturday
- Majesty of Albany Theatre endures 26 comments
- New winner named in Congressional Art Competition 1 comment
- Albany Museum of Art unveils newly-renovated spaces (WITH VIDEO)
- Sasser venue to host country star Cagle 3 comments
- Annual Daylily Show this weekend at mall 2 comments
- Former Lee actor brings Civil War play to State Theatre
- Two area dancers win top prize
- Kiwanis club honors art show winners
- Child actor with Albany ties finds success as country icon
