Praise Dates

Christmas bazaar, with crafts, baked goods, decorations and more. 1509 Russell Parkway, Warner Robins. 478-923-3533. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 19.

Thanksgiving dinner for the homeless and their families. 509 Apostle David L. Pitts Blvd., Macon. For rides, 478-745-9953. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Nov. 19.

Community-wide fall festival, with games, food and more. 103 College St., Gordon. 478-233-3003. 2-5 p.m. Nov. 19.

Thanksgiving service, with hams to be given away. Best Western, conference room, 2400 Riverside Drive, Macon. 478-935-3649. 11 a.m. Nov. 20.

Westside United Churches community Thanksgiving worship service, with Pastor Bryant Raines speaking. 1465 Burton Ave., Macon. 478-743-8413. 8 a.m. Nov. 24.

Thanksgiving day service. 2789 Millerfield Road, Macon. 478-745-1890. 8 a.m. Nov. 24.

Thanksgiving day service. 1456 Woodliff St., Macon. 478-755-9861. 10 a.m. Nov. 24.

Thanksgiving service. 1830 Williamson Road, Macon. 478-788-0079. 10:30 a.m. Nov. 24.

Christmas concert “Christmas: The Sing-A-Long.” 1137 Kitchens St., Macon. 478-746-9155. 6 p.m. Dec. 4.

Pioneer Christmas luncheon. 2591 Vineville Ave., Macon. Cost is $14, and reservations must be made by Nov. 21. Checks payable to Vickie Pool, 653 Forest Circle Drive N., Macon. 478-743-9366. 11 a.m. (social hour), noon lunch Dec. 6.

Christmas concert. Refreshments served. 2501 Shurling Drive, Macon. 478-477-7397. 7 p.m. Dec. 16.

Youth departments present “God’s Indescriable Gift” production. 269 Pursley St., Macon. 478-745-4646. 5 p.m. Dec. 18.

(25 years or more)

The Rev. Stephen Green preaching. 502 State University Drive, Fort Valley. 478-825-8452. 10 a.m. Nov. 20.

The Rev. Latham Mills preaching. Old Ga. 11, Round Oak. 478-986-4281. 11 a.m. Nov. 20.

The Rev. Gregory Odom preaching and New Bethel Baptist Church family as guest. 2771 Flewellyn Drive, Macon. 478-742-4418. 11 a.m. Nov. 20.

Pastor James W. Goolsby Jr. preaching. 595 New St., Macon. 478-745-8368. 11 a.m. Nov. 20.

The Rev. James Smith preaching and Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church family as guest. Please bring a non-parishable or canned food for the Putnam County Food Pantry. 103 Brown Chapel Road, Eatonton. 478-978-8202. 3 p.m. Nov. 20.

Anniversary banquet, with Pastor Donald Jordan, Jenice LaFaye Pearson, Cuevas Stephens, Charles Gooden and many others as special guest. Master of Ceremonies, JacQuez J. Harris. Black tie formal. Armory Ballroom, 484 First St., Macon. Tickets, $40. Call Eva Mae Stephens, 478-945-6462. 5 p.m. Nov. 26.

(10 years or more)

Celebrating the 23rd pastoral anniversary of Pastor Willie James Colbert Sr. Covered dish dinner served. 186 College Drive, Barnesville. 478-993-5580. 11 a.m. Dec. 4.

Senior choir day. 490 Old Perry Road, Kathleen. 478-987-0363. 2:30 p.m. Nov. 27.

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

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 35th anniversary celebration, with the Rev. Lonnie Robinson preaching at 8:30 a.m. and Deacon Curtis Billingslea at 9:30 a.m. 868 Hazel St., Macon. 478-955-9628. 8:30 and 9:30 a.m. Nov. 20 .

Family and friend’s day. 3607 Earl St., Macon. 478-474-9128. 10:45 a.m. Nov. 20.

Family and friend’s day and men and women’s day programs, with the Rev. Jeffery B. Spencer preaching. 2994 Upper River Road, Macon. 478-960-5647. 11 a.m. Nov. 20.

Pastoral anniversary service Nov. 20, with the Rev. Jonathan Bennett preaching at 11 a.m. and the Rev. Barry Mitchell at 2:30 p.m. with St. Matthews Baptist Church as guest. 1006 Marion St., Perry. 478-987-0054. 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Nov. 20.

Men and women’s day program, with the Rev. Arthur Willis preaching and St. John AME Church family as guest along with their choir for special music. Camp John Hope Road, Fort Valley. 478-967-2142. 3 p.m. Nov. 20.

Celebrating the pastoral anniversary of Pastor Tyrese Ivey, with the Rev. J. Ricardo Smith preaching at 11 a.m. and the Rev. David Stanley at 2:30 p.m. and Union Baptist Church family as guest. 480 Greter St., Macon. 478-390-2440. 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Nov. 27.

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.

Ordination service for Minister LaTishia Fountain, with Pastor Allen Walker speaking. 1175 Cordele Ave., Macon. 478-464-0233. 2:30 p.m. Nov. 27.

Mission day program. 1830 Williamson Road, Macon. 478-788-0079. 2:30 p.m. Nov. 27.

7-Up program, with various speakers. 1358 Dent St., Macon. 478-444-8460. 3 p.m. Nov. 27.

Celebrating the church anniversary, with the Rev. Linsdey P. Napier Sr. preaching. 784 Cowan St., Macon. 478-923-5033. 3 p.m. Nov. 27.

November specials include a bag of clothes for $3, exclusions apply, and half-price books. 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.

Youth empowering seminars held Nov. 19, on “Changing our Youth’s Status.” Separate presentations for youth and parents. Free registration. Weekend concludes with a musical production Nov. 20, with God’s Anointed New Generation (G.A.N.G.), St. Luke Youth Choir, Justified & Anointed Dance Ministry, Destined for Greatness, St. John Youth Choir and DJ Cheeze. St. Luke Baptist, 1180 Haywood Road, Macon. 478-746-1451. 9 a.m. Nov. 19, 5 p.m. Nov. 20.

The theme is “Women Walking in the Likeness of God.” Evangelist Evelyn Dennard speaking. New Mount Zion Baptist Church, 367 Mount Zion Church Road, Jeffersonville. 10 a.m.-noon Nov. 19.

For those who have suffered the loss of a child of any age. Celebrating each child’s life in prayer and music. Refreshments served. St. Christopher’s Church, 1207 Macon Road, Perry. To reserve an angel ornament in your child’s name, contact Susan Arzt, 478-987-5630. 6 p.m. Dec. 6.

Prayer, healing, deliverance and prophectic ministry, with Presiding Prelate Bishop W. E. Davis. Cathedral of Restoration, 3120 Westover Drive, Macon. 334-467-6413. 7:30 p.m. Dec. 22-23.

Orientation held Jan. 22. Classes begin Jan. 23. 104 Constitution Drive, Warner Robins. To get an application, call 478-971-1270 or go to faithlifefamily.com. 6 p.m. Jan. 22 and 6-9 p.m. Jan. 23.

Sponsored by the Sunday School department of Bethel AME Church, 3607 Earl St., Macon. Held at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta. Will meet and leave from the church. Cost, $40 per person and includes roundtrip coach transportation and admission ticket. 478-737-3813. 11 a.m. (leave) Jan. 28, 2017.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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

St. Peter AME Church, 502 State University Drive, Fort Valley. 478-825-8452 or stpeteramechurch@bellsouth.net. 10 a.m.-noon the fourth Thursday of each month.

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

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 November 17, 2016 at 2:31 PM with the headline "Praise Dates."