Praise dates

(25 years or more)

Morning worship service, with the Rev. Marcus Glover preaching and Mount Salem Baptist Church family of Gray as guest. The Rev. Reginald Bash preaching the evening service and Lizzy Berry Baptist Church family of Jackson as guest. 5263 Bloomfield Road, Macon. 478-788-3004. 10:45 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Jan. 15.

Pastor Redene Brown preaching and Drench Grove Baptist Church family of Plainfield as guest. 3280 Millerfield Road, Macon. 478-745-9122. 2:30 p.m. Jan. 22.

Bethany Baptist Church Bolingbroke, 365 Pea Ridge Road, Juliette. 478-974-0002 or 478-972-4661. 6 p.m. Jan. 14.

Concerts are free, followed by an optional catered lunch for $10 per person. Jan. 19, with Charles Higgs; Feb. 16, with young artists in concert from the studio of 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 artists in concert from the studio of Jack Mitchener, Mercer University; May 18, with Alvin Blount. St. Joseph Catholic Church, 830 Poplar St., Macon. 478-745-1631 or nelda@st-joseph.cc. Noon-12:30 p.m. January through May.

Pre-pastoral anniversary celebration for Pastor Carswell, with the Gospel Harmonies and Dee & the New Generation as musical guest. 3805 Bloomfield Drive, Macon. 478-784-9804. 6 p.m. Jan. 28.

Benefit concert for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation featuring the Whisnants and New Grace. Emcee is Jeff Cleghorn. 5483 Columbus Road, Macon. Dennis McCook, 478-808-1604; Amy Yaughn, 478-956-1884. 6 p.m. Feb. 4.

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.

Preaching bowl, with Minister Alexander Gibson, the Rev. Vernon King, the Rev. Gerald Gibson and the Rev. Jonathan Lowder speaking. 6464 Hopewell Road, Musella. 478-836-3054. 10:45 a.m. Jan. 14.

Stewards day program, with the Rev. Mildred Denerson preaching. 3607 Earl St., Macon. 478-474-9128. 10:45 a.m. Jan. 15.

Middle Georgia Association of Clergywomen celebrating its 14th anniversary. Theme: “Proclaiming Hope is Our Anchor.” Pastor Melton McKinney speaking. 269 Pursley St., Macon. 478-254-6805. 3 p.m. Jan. 15.

“Living the Dream” worship service, with Pastor Jason McClendon as keynote speaker. Sponsored by the Evangelical Ministers Alliance of Macon and Vicinity. 5555 Bethesda Ave., Macon. 478-742-4043. 6 p.m. Jan. 15.

Minister’s Council services, with Pastor Patricia Stephens speaking Jan. 16, Pastor Michael Burney on Jan. 17, Minister Ridell Gardner on Jan. 18, Pastor Jarvis A. Barris Jr. on Jan. 19, and Pastor Marcus Phillis on Jan. 20. Concludes Jan. 22 with Bishop A. Dewayne Whitehead preaching. Dinner will be served. 632 Cowan St., Macon. 478-978-3727. 7:30 p.m. Jan. 16-20, 2 p.m. Jan. 22.

Family and friends day, with the Rev. Dante Rome preaching. Lunch served. 4416 Bloomfield Road, Macon. 478-788-5690. 11 a.m. Jan. 22.

Missionary and joint ministry day observed, with the Rev. Colby McKenzie preaching and Oak Grove Baptist Church family of Milledgeville as guest. 2656 Napier Ave., Macon. 478-746-2389. 2:30 p.m. Jan. 22.

Women in red and men in black pre-pastoral anniversary program for Pastor Carswell. Co-pastor Eva Simmons preaching and Greater New Corinth Baptist Church family as guest. 3805 Bloomfield Drive, Macon. 478-784-9804. 2 p.m. Jan. 29.

Preaching bowl, with the Rev. Lawrence Scott, Pastor Clifford Scott and Pastor Jamarcus Scott preaching. Best Western conference room, 2400 Riverside Drive, Macon. 478-935-3649. 11 a.m. Jan. 29.

R.L. White scholarship program, with the Rev. R.L. White Jr. preaching and Mount Ephraim Baptist Church family as guest. 16463 Ga. 129; Macon. 478-945-6281. 5 p.m. Jan. 29.

Outreach program, with the Rev. Jonathan Lowder preaching and Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church family of Bolingbroke as guest. 3010 Jeffersonville Road, Macon. 478-718-9222. 2:30 p.m. Feb. 19.

Revival, with the Blythe Family from Oklahoma. 5483 Columbus Road, Macon. 478-719-5500. 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Jan. 15; 7 p.m. Jan. 16-18.

Revival, with the Rev. Keith Milton preaching and Midway Baptist Church family of Ocilla as guest. 3010 Jeffersonville Road, Macon. 478-718-9222. 7:30 p.m. Feb. 13-15.

Clara Duhart host. Lizzie Chapel Baptist Church, 1180 Bartlett St., Macon. 478-461-1490. 1 p.m. Jan. 14.

Unity breakfast sponsored by the Houston County Martin Luther King Unity Breakfast Committee and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. $5 includes breakfast. All law enforcement officers admitted free and Middle Georgia law enforcement officers will be recognized during program. First Baptist Church Garmon Street New Beginning Center, 210 Garmon St., Warner Robins. For ticket information, call 478-923-2279. 9 a.m. Jan. 14. Georgia Youth & the Law Summit, following the Martin Luther King Jr. Unity Breakfast. A question and answer session with youth and law enforcement officers, plus sessions on teen dating violence and the Electoral College and how it works. Refreshments served. 478-955-8662. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Jan. 14.

Speakers: Pastor Dominique Johnson and Pastor Paul Little. First Presbyterian Church, 682 Mulberry St., Macon. $15. For tickets, call 404-946-3101. 2 p.m. Jan. 15.

27th annual breakfast sponsored by the Martin Luther King Jr. breakfast committee. Speaker is author, attorney and activist Robbin Shipp from Atlanta. Theme: “Staying on the Path: Justice, Peace, Hope.” St. Peter Claver Catholic Church, 131 Ward St., Macon. Suggested donation is $6 but welcome regardless of ability to pay. Group reservations are $50 per table for eight. Harriet Jardine, 478-744-0915. 7:30 a.m. Jan. 16.

North Macon, meet to march at 11 a.m. at following places: Booker T. Washington Center; East Macon, Rosa Jackson Recreational Center; West Macon, Frank Johnson/Unionville Recreational Center; South Macon, Memorial Gym. March concludes at 12:30 p.m. at Steward Chapel AME Church, 887 Forsyth St., Macon. 478-742-4922. 11 a.m. (march), 12:30 a.m. (service) Jan. 16.

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

Nine-week course to learn how to enjoy the wilderness safely. Three camping trips. Instruction on all aspects of hiking, camping and backpacking. Central Baptist Church, 1120 Lake Joy Road, Warner Robins. Cost: $2 per person plus $10 for workbook per family. Register by Feb. 1. 478-953-4778 or 478-953-9319. 7-8:30 p.m. Mondays of Feb. 6-April 17.

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, $20 per person and includes round-trip coach transportation and admission ticket. 478-737-3813. 11 a.m. (leave) Jan. 28.

Upcoming trip in April. For more trip dates to Israel this year, visit experienceisraelnow.com or call 478-954-3885. April 10-20.

Theme: “Dare to be Different.” Speakers, the Rev. Earnestine Montgomery and Pastor June Martin. You do not have to be a minister to attend the retreat. Cost: $190, with a $64 deposit soon as possible. Contact the Rev. Mable Randall, 478-719-3145 or Maerand111@aol.com. May 26-29.

Black history trip to Albany. Leave from church parking lot at 6 a.m. Sites include Albany Civil Rights Museum, Chehaw Park, Flint Riverquarium, Ray Charles Plaza and Albany Museum of Art. Cost: $75 adults, $65 children, $20 for children ages 3 and younger. Includes bus transportation, attractions, lunch and dinner. $25 deposit due by Jan. 15. 6 a.m. Feb. 18. Niagara Falls and Toronto Tour. Leave from church parking lot at 8 a.m. Cost: $619 per person double occupancy (seven days and six nights). Includes transportation, lodging, 10 meals, journey to the falls, Niagara Cruise, Queen Victoria Park and more. $75 deposit due by Feb. 1, with final payment due April 4. 2789 Millerfield Road, Macon. 478-745-1890. June 11-17.

“Believing Jesus: A Journey Through the Book of Acts” (Lisa Harper’s video study). First United Methodist Church, 205 N. Davis Drive, Warner Robins. Taught by Glenda Wallace. Emily Dennis, 478-929-5795. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Mondays of Jan. 16-Feb. 27.

Andy Stanley’s video study about decision making. “Your Move: Four Questions to Ask Yourself when You Don’t Know What to Do.” Leader: Michelle Whitley. All ladies welcome. Christ Chapel, 2288 Moody Road, Warner Robins. First building, in the cafe. Emily Dennis, 478-929-5795. 10:30 a.m.-noon Jan. 17, 24, 31.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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’s groups, organizations and all individuals welcome. Power For Life Ministry, 220 Ga. 49 North, 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. Contact Patty at 706-570-6367 or davepat431@gmail.com to enroll your child. Learn more about Path to Shine at pathtoshine.org. 4:15-6:15 p.m. Monday.

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 January 10, 2017 at 4:41 PM with the headline "Praise dates."