Praise Date for Oct. 22, 2016

Games, hayride, moonwalk, food, crafts, live music and more. 6511 Houston Road, Macon. 478-788-5941. Noon-3 p.m. Oct. 22.

Food, games, fellowship and fun. 5263 Bloomfield Road, Macon. 478-474-6742 or 478-788-3004. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Oct. 28.

Games, cake walks, music, hay ride, inflatables, food, candy and more. 1845 King’s Chapel Road, Perry. Call Stephanie, 478-542-6305. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 29.

Event includes carnival games, food, trunk or treat, and more. 2081 Forest Hill Road, Macon. Free. 478-474-3400. 5:30 p.m. Oct. 29.

Carnival games, inflatables, hayride, pony rides, cake walk, face painting, food and more. 511 High Place, Macon. 478-742-6485. 4-6 p.m. Oct. 30.

Vendor booths, chili cook-off, taster’s booth with homemade food, consignment clothes, silent auction and CHIPS. Flea market has furniture, tools, housewares, Christmas decorations and more. 205 N. Davis Drive, Warner Robins. 478-923-3737. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 5.

Local vendors, bake sale, lunch, shop for Christmas, and more. Casseroles can be picked up that are pre-ordered. 1708 Watson Blvd., Warner Robins. 478-923-1791 or lindaschristie@gmail.com. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 5.

(25 years or more)

Anniversary service with Bishop Dante Smith preaching. 1465 Burton Ave., Macon. 478-743-8413. 10 a.m. Oct. 23.

Pastor Phillip Jones preaching and New Home Baptist Church family as guest. Covered dish dinner after service. 5310 Bloomfield Road, Macon. 478-788-7817. 2 p.m. Oct. 23.

Bishop Dexter Lamar preaching and Greater High Hope Christian Center family and New Macedonia Baptist Church family as guest. 1211 Shurling Drive, Macon. 478-743-0706. 2:30 p.m. Oct. 23.

Pastor Derick D. Thomas, Sr. preaching. 957 Oglethorpe St., Macon. 478-745-0314. 10 a.m. Nov. 6.

Pre-anniversary “Joy Night” celebration, with special music by the Henry County Senior Choir and other participants. 5 p.m. Nov. 12. Anniversary worship service, with the Rev. Walter L. Glover preaching and Greater Zion Hill Baptist Church family as guest. 1555 Cedar Ave., Macon. 478-742-2073. 11 a.m. Nov. 13.

(10 years or more)

Celebrating the 25th pastoral anniversary of Pastor Edward Dawson, with an anniversary banquet. Pastor Dennis Harden will be speaking, held at Swift Creek Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 4354 Jeffersonville Road, Macon. $40. 6 p.m. Oct. 22. Celebration concludes Oct. 23, at Unity Missionary Baptist,3280 Millerfield Road. 11 a.m. Oct. 23.

Celebrating the 17th pastoral anniversary of Pastor Harold H. Wynn Jr., with Minister Anthony Granberry preaching. 1260 Riverside Drive, Macon. 478-785-0861. 11 a.m. Oct. 23.

Celebrating the 36th pastoral anniversary of Pastor Cleveland Jarrell, with the Rev. I.E. Mack preaching and Unionville Missionary Baptist Church family as guest. 750 Lamar Road N., Macon. 478-745-3607. 2:30 p.m. Oct. 23.

Celebrating the 17th pastoral anniversary of Willie J. and Eva Simmons, with Minister Norwood preaching Oct. 28 and New Home Baptist Church family as guest, and Pastor Timothy French on Nov. 4 and Beulah Baptist Church family as guest. Anniversary services conclude with Elder Anthony Britton preaching on Nov. 13 and Serenity Christian Fellowship Church family as guest. 687 Robert Henry St., Macon. 478-745-4317. 7 p.m. Oct. 28 and Nov. 4; 10:45 a.m. Nov. 13.

“D’Amore Duo,” with Emily Tsai, oboe and William Feasley, guitar. 4 p.m. Oct. 23. Ann Schein, concert pianist. 4 p.m. Nov. 6. Dream Choir, Otis Redding Foundation. 2045 Vineville Ave., Macon. Free. 478-745-3331. 4 p.m. Dec. 4.

Concert featuring the Sensational Jubilees, Renewed Gospel Singers, Voices of Harmony, the Marvellettes, Mighty Zion Trumpets, New Silver Stars, the Gospel Sensations and the Sons of Gospel. J.T. Dudley, master of ceremony. Free admission. 2022 Eason Hill Church Road, Montrose. E-mail: revleewornum@gmail.com. 4 p.m. Oct. 29.

Gospel music presented by Straight From the Heart gospel group. Followed by a spaghetti lunch, bake sale and crafts sale. 10157 U.S. 341 N., Fort Valley. 478-397-6568. 10 a.m.-until Oct. 30.

Fifth Sunday sing, with Sandra and Friends in concert. 3139 Friendship Church Road, Dry Branch. The Rev. Charles Carter, 478-731-5009. 6 p.m. Oct. 30.

Cornerstone at the Cupola, 6324 Peake Road, Macon. 478-781-2762. 6 p.m. Oct. 30.

Ray Knighton & Wanelle Collins and the Phoenix Band in concert. 6580 Cochran Field Road, off Ga. 247, Macon. 478-788-2336. 6 p.m. Oct. 30.

Male chorus celebrates anniversary. 7331 Bethel Church Road, Lizella. 478-978-6129. 4 p.m. Nov. 5.

Concerts are free, followed by an optional catered lunch for $10 per person. Nov. 17, with Ellen Wilson; Dec. 15, with Nelda Chapman; Jan. 19, 2017, with Charles Higgs; Feb. 16, 2017, with young artists in concert from the studio of Dr. Jack Mitchener, Mercer University; Monday-Friday from March 20-24, 2017, will be the Cherry Blossom Series at Mulberry St. United Methodist Church; April 20, 2017, with young artist in concert from the studio of Dr. Jack Mitchener, Mercer University; May 18, 2017, with Alvin Blount. 830 Poplar St., Macon. 478-745-1631 or nelda@st-joseph.cc. Noon-12:30 p.m. Oct. through May, 2017.

Singers and groups invited to sing. Food served afterward. 5483 Columbus Road, Macon. 478-808-1604. 6 p.m. the fourth Sunday of each month.

Come and listen or join in the singing. Christ United Methodist Church choir room, 511 Russell Parkway, Warner Robins. 478-345-7464 or hogchorus@gmail.com. 7:30-9:30 p.m. Monday.

Participate in group singing, duets and solos. Light refreshments served. Bring your favorite sound tracks and books. Free. Bill Hardin Music, 4661 Chambers Road, Macon. 478-737-1520. 6:15 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month.

Sunday School’s 99th anniversary, with Amani Sams, the reigning Miss Black Lawrenceville, USA, speaking. 1180 Haywood Road, Macon. 478-746-1451. 9 a.m. Oct. 23.

Usher’s anniversary celebration. 3805 Bloomfield Drive, Macon. 478-784-9804. 11 a.m. Oct. 23.

Family and friends day program, with the Rev. Phillip Bakon preaching and Mount Zion CME Church family as guest. 2745 Pope Road, Roberta. 478-836-9339. 11 a.m. Oct. 23.

Youth worship service, with Evangelist Gwen Harrell preaching. 5310 Bloomfield Road, Macon. 478-788-7817. 11 a.m. Oct. 23.

Birthday celebration services for Assistant Pastor Prophetess Geraldine Stephens, with Chief Apostle Luvenia McClin preaching on Oct. 23 and Universal Kingdom H&D Center as guest; Pastor Troy Duggon on Oct. 28 and Miracle Deliverance Center as guest. 133 Central Ave. S.W., Milledgeville. 473-552-5889. Noon Oct. 23 and 7:30 p.m. Oct. 28.

Family and friends day program, with the Rev. Leon Ward preaching and New Birth Baptist Church family as guest. Sponsored by Della Johnson. 4400 Pershing Ave., Macon. 478-781-5997. 2 p.m. Oct. 23.

The Rev. Brad Goss preaching and Usher Temple CME Church family and choir will be the guest. Families in need can register to win a Thanksgiving dinner. Ga. 97. 478-918-6711. 2:30 p.m. Oct. 23.

Pastor appreciation service for Elder Linda D. Bell, with Bishop James Thomas preaching. 2590 Peacock St., Macon. 478-718-5710. 3 p.m. Oct. 23.

Men’s day program, with Bishop Kenneth W. Carter preaching. 1007 WF Ragin Drive, Perry. 478-987-4404. 3 p.m. Oct. 23.

Unity and fellowship service, with the Smith Street Baptist Church family at New Hope. Followed by a Hallelujah Harvest Trunk or Treat with the youth. 1465 Burton Ave., Macon. 478-743-8413. 10:45 a.m. Oct. 30.

Men’s day celebration, with U.S. Rep. Sanford Bishop speaking. 1137 Kitchens St., Macon. 478-746-9155. 11 a.m. Oct. 30.

Cancer awareness program, recognizing cancer survivors and those deceased due to cancer. Best Western Conference Room, 2400 Riverside Drive, Macon. 478-935-3649. 11 a.m. Oct. 30.

“Four Gospel Writers” program, with the Rev. Gregory Glover, the Rev. James Hand, the Rev. Gregory Odom, and the Rev. Milton McKinney speaking. 9010 U.S. 129, Dry Branch, 478-945-3820. 11 a.m. Oct. 30.

Women’s Missionary Society program, with the Rev. Jacqueline Craig speaking and the Adam Smith AME Church family as guest. 9830 Miami Valley Road, Ga. 96, Fort Valley. 478-918-6711. 2:30 p.m. Oct. 30.

Family and friends day program, with Myron Feggins speaking. 1006 Davis St., Fort Valley. 478-392-4137. 3 p.m. Oct. 30.

Harvest Sunday, with Presiding Elder Harvey Williamson preaching. 60 E. Railroad St., Alamo. 912-568-7625. 11 a.m. Nov. 6.

Church anniversary service, with Pastor Gazzara Mitchell and Upper Mount Zion Baptist Church family as guest. 243 E. Railroad St., Jeffersonville. 478-945-6637. 1 p.m. Nov. 6.

Harvest Tea program, with the Rev. Stevie Ward preaching and Camp Hope AME family as guest. 1220 Rev. J.L. Mills Sr. Way, Macon. 478-808-3990. 5 p.m. Nov. 13.

Appreciation service for Pastor Robert and Melissa Goolsby, with Superintendent Larry Franklin preaching. 17174 U. S. 129, Macon. 478-718-3998. 2:30 p.m. Nov. 27.

Homecoming, with the Rev. Robin Tedder preaching and special music presented by Jenny Ledger. Covered dish lunch after service. 1845 King’s Chapel Road, Perry. Call Stephanie, 478-542-6305. 11 a.m. Oct. 23.

Homecoming and Family and friends day, with New Hope of Perry in charge of service. 1611 Burton Ave., Macon. 478-978-1105. 2:30 p.m. Oct. 23.

Revival, with the Rev. Jimbo Dominy preaching. 2920 S. Lizella Road, Lizella. 478-935-8649. 7-8 p.m. Oct. 23-26.

Revival, with Evangelist Sartita Dorn preaching. 7765 Hawkinsville Road, Macon. 478-785-1227. 7 p.m. Oct. 24 ongoing.

Revival, with the Rev. Randy Paschal preaching Oct. 25, the Rev. Vernon King on Oct. 26, the Rev. Willie Finney Jr. on Oct. 27, and concludes with the Rev. David Stanley preaching and Union Baptist Church family as guest on Oct. 30. 2470 Heath Road, Macon. 478-781-9862. 7 p.m. Oct. 25-27 and 2 p.m. Oct. 30.

Revival, with the Rev. Bobby Orange preaching. 114 Bell Drive, Warner Robins. 478-922-7910. 7 p.m. Oct. 28, 10 a.m. Oct. 29, 11 a.m. Oct. 30.

Revival, with the Rev. Harold Peasley and the Rev. Cecil Peasley. Dinner served Monday through Wednesday. 2613 U.S. 41, Elko. 478-987-6569. 5:45-6:15 p.m. (dinner served), 6:30 p.m. (services) Oct. 30-Nov. 2.

Revival, with the Rev. Lafayette Samuel Sr. preaching on Oct. 30, Minister Andre Taylor on Oct. 31, the Rev. Daniel Dollard on Nov. 1, Minister Cynthia Dennis on Nov. 2. Various choirs each night. 957 Oglethorpe St., Macon. 478-745-0314. 7 p.m. Oct. 30-Nov. 2.

Revival, with the Rev. Jarvis Baron preaching. 17174 U. S. 129, Macon. 478-718-3998. 7:30 p.m. Nov. 16-18.

October specials include a bag of clothes for $5, exclusions apply, and half-price books. Fall and Halloween decorations available. Christ the Redeemer Anglican Church, 2815 U.S. 41 N., Fort Valley. 478-953-9822. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday.

Asking friends to donate used purses in good condition. These purses will be filled with toiletries, feminine products and beauty items, and will be given to women who are homeless and others who are in need. Purses may be dropped off at Centerville United Methodist Church, 600 N. Houston Lake Blvd., Centerville; or Northview United Methodist Church, 205 Galahad Drive, Warner Robins. Call Carrie, 478-396-2201; or Sara, 478-953-5387.

Presentation by Beth Stewart through the month of October. Vineville Methodist Church, 2045 Vineville Ave., Macon. Free. 478-745-3331. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday.

Conference workshops, with the Rev. Sharon Homer as the messenger and Minister Laura Clark, Pastor Louis Smith-Hill and the Rev. Sidney Watson as presenters. Advance tickets are $20, at the door $25. Greater Allen Chapel, 269 Pursley St., Macon. 478-254-6805. 8 a.m. Oct. 22.

Theme: “Witnessing Jesus Style; Footprints for Jesus.” Sponsored by the Mission in Action. Speaker will be Evangelist Chevonne Coons. Casual attire, church T-shirt. Greater New Hope Baptist Church, 9010 U.S. 129, Dry Branch. 478-945-3820. 9 a.m. Oct. 22.

3970 Upper River Road, Gray. 478-718-3771. 9 a.m. Oct. 22.

Sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Macon & Middle Georgia and Congregation Shar’rey Israel. Friedman will lecture at Mercer University’s Willingham Auditorium on “The Death of the Gods,” concerning the birth of monothesism and the end of pagan religion. 7-8:30 p.m. Oct. 27. Friedman will hold a booksigning at Barnes & Nobles Booksellers at The Shoppes at River Crossing. 1 p.m. Oct. 28.

Apostle Bobby J. Banks Sr. speaking. Open to the public. Destiny Christian Church, 1034 Gray Highway, Macon. 478-731-9948. 7 p.m. Oct. 28-29. Pastor Kelvin Jones speaking. Men only. In Spirit and in Truth Church of God, 5609 Bloomfield Road, Macon. 478-731-9948. 10 a.m. Oct. 29. Pastor Prophet Frederick J. Collier speaking at Destiny Christian Church. Open to the public. 10:30 a.m. Oct. 30.

Pancakes, sausage, bacon, eggs and more. Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity, 1899 Tucker Road, Macon. 478-474-8393. 8 a.m.-noon Oct. 29.

Community leaders, outreach programs, public service booths and various public safety information. Free food, music, bouncy houses and games. Sponsored by St. Louis CME Church and Macedonia CME in Fort Valley. Held at the Festival Park in Fort Valley. 478-967-2142. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 29.

Family conference, with the Rev. David Clarke speaking. Breakout session for singles, married and couples, widows and widowers, youth and teens. Health information and more. Donation of $10. 8:30 a.m. (registration), 9 a.m. (conference) Oct. 29. Family and friends day program, with Pastor Otha Everett speaking and the male choir singing. 1006 Marion St., Perry. 478-987-0054. 11 a.m. Oct. 30.

Watercolor, acrylic and oil originals. Special this year: calendars in color. Fort Valley First United Methodist Church, corner of Church and Miller streets, Fort Valley. Free admission. 478-825-2762. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 5.

Theme: “Women’s Moving Forward,” with Minister Carla Saffold speaking. Lunch served after conference. 850 Amory Drive, Macon. Registration, $10. 478-746-5861 or Betty, 478-781-2361. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 12.

Clothes from various local dress shops. 6511 Houston Road, Macon. $15. Pam, 478-788-5941. 11:30 a.m. Nov. 12.

The Rain Church, 257 Gunn Road, Warner Robins. 478-953-7246. 10:30 a.m. Saturday, bimonthly.

Andy Stanley study, “Your Move.” First United Methodist Church, 205 N. Davis Drive, Warner Robins. Emily Dennis, 478-929-5795. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Mondays of Oct. 24-Nov. 14.

Christa Kinde’s study, “Encouraging One Another.” No child care provided. Christ Chapel (front building), 2288 Moody Road, Warner Robins. Emily Dennis, 478-929-5795. 10:30 a.m.-noon Tuesdays through Dec. 13.

Mabel White Memorial Baptist Church, 1415 Bass Road, Macon. 478-474-7577. 9:45 a.m. Thursday.

Aletheia Baptist Church, 1711 Oglesby Place, Macon. Free. 478-745-4342. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday.

365 Pea Ridge Road, Bolingbroke. 478-974-0002. 9-11 a.m. Monday.

First Baptist Church of Christ, 511 High Place, Macon. 478-742-6485. 10 a.m.-noon the fourth Monday of each month.

Centerville Methodist Church, 600 N. Houston Lake Blvd., Centerville. 478-396-2201 or 478-953-3030. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday and 9 a.m.-noon Wednesday.

New and gently used clothing for the family. 623 Courtney Hodges Blvd., Perry. 478-244-6199. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday, Thursday, Friday; 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday.

Christ The Redeemer Anglican Church, 2815 U.S. 41 N., Fort Valley. 478-953-9822. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday.

For children up to age 6. Family Advancement Ministries, 570 High Place, Macon. Call 478-745-7165.

Free clothes to those in need. Heritage at Houston United Methodist Church, 4116 Houston Ave., Macon. 478-747-3083. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. the first Saturday of each month.

Greater Ross Street Baptist Church, 1587 Wellworth Ave., Macon. 478-228-6792. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. the third Saturday of each month.

Greater Little Rock Baptist Church, 2046 Felton Ave., Macon. 478-743-5616 or email glrbc@cbi.mgacoxmail.com. 11 a.m.-noon the fourth Saturday of each month.

Housewares, clothing and more. 1209 Macon Road, Perry. 478-235-7165. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday-Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday.

3607 Earl St., Macon. 478-474-9128. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month.

Will pick up and drop off those who would like to come from Loaves and Fishes Ministry and welcome anyone in the community. St. Peter Missionary Baptist, 1361 Fort Hill St., Macon. 478-750-0921. Noon-1 p.m. third and fourth Tuesday of each month.

St. Paul AME Church, 2501 Shurling Drive, Macon. 478-788-2730. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. the first and third Wednesday of each month.

Greater Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 2656 Napier Ave., Macon. 478-746-2389. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday.

129 S. Houston Road, Warner Robins. 478-923-3797. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wednesday (except first Wednesday of each month).

Clothing, canned goods and other items, 223-B S. Commercial Circle, Warner Robins. 478-293-1867. 2:30-4:30 p.m. Friday.

Mount Moriah Ministry Center, 2789 Millerfield Road, Macon. 478-745-1890. 2-4 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.

144 Elm St., Bonaire. 478-923-7317. 1-3 p.m. the second and fourth Friday of each month.

International Bread of Life Church Mission, 105 Dunbar Road, Warner Robins. 478-328-1384. 8:30 a.m. (prayer), 9 a.m. (teaching), the second Saturday of each month.

Speaker: Pastor/Prophetess Velera Bell. 447 Sarah Drive, Warner Robins. Judy Williams, 478-832-4949. 10 a.m. the first and second Saturday of each month.

Women groups, organizations and all individuals welcome. Power For Life Ministry, 220 Ga. 49 N., Byron. 478-973-6002 or powerforlifeministries@yahoo.com. 10 a.m. the first Saturday of each month.

Program provides help with homework, reading, and math, along with a snack and playtime. St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church, 1207 Macon Road, Perry. Patty, 706-570-6367 or davepat431@gmail.com to enroll your child. Learn more about Path To Shine, pathtoshine.org. 4:15-6:15 p.m. Mondays.

Shady Grove Baptist Church, 901 Gunn Road, Warner Robins. 478-397-6224. 6 p.m. youth, 7 p.m. adult class Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Hebron Fellowship Baptist Church, 3200 U.S. 41 North, Byron. 478-953-0224. 6 p.m. (dinner), 7 p.m. (worship), the first Monday of each month.

First Baptist Church of Christ, 511 High Place, Macon. 478-254-4361 or 478-719-6422. 9 a.m.-noon Tuesday and Thursday (three English classes) and 5 p.m. Wednesday (two Japanese, two Spanish, two English classes).

Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, 5455 Mount Pleasant Church Road, Macon. 478-978-2887. 6:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday.

Opportunity for adults to engage in adult conversation while children have time to focus on homework. Registration requested. Nursery provided. Trinity United Methodist Church, 129 S. Houston Road, Warner Robins. 478-923-3797 or email lifeworks@trinitywr.org. 5:45-7:15 p.m. (includes snack supper), Wednesday.

Led by Mary Barrett. Unity of Central Georgia Church, 127 Peachtree Parkway, Byron. 478-953-1054. 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday.

This story was originally published October 22, 2016 at 1:52 PM with the headline "Praise Date for Oct. 22, 2016."