Praise Dates

(25 years or more)

Homecoming also. Presiding Elder Harvey Williamson preaching. 497 Gordon Chapel Church Road, Fort Valley. 478-825-7050. 11 a.m. Aug. 28.

Dinner on the grounds after service. 1101 E. Church St., Fort Valley. 478-825-7581. 3 p.m. Sept. 4.

(10 years or more)

Celebrating the 37th pastoral anniversary of Pastor and Mrs. Richard Gammage, with the Rev. Eugene Worrels preaching at 7:30 a.m., the Rev. Joycine Pitts at 10:45 a.m., and Pastor Ralph Cherry at 2 p.m. with St. John Baptist Church as guest. 795 Maynard St., Macon. 478-746-0370. Aug. 21.

Celebrating the 41st pastoral anniversary of the Rev. Walter L. Glover Jr., with a dinner. Glover-Lockett Fellowship Hall, 2656 Napier Ave., Macon. $25 donation. 478-394-2383 or 478-394-2386. 5 p.m. Aug. 27.

Methodist choir festival. 411 Railroad St., Fort Valley. 478-825-5106. 3:30 p.m. Aug. 21.

A musical tribute concert celebrating the second pastoral anniversary of the Rev. Emory Lightfoot Jr. 1180 Haywood Road, Macon. 478-746-1451. 5 p.m. Aug. 21.

United Community Church, 2411 Heath Road, Macon. $5 donation plus one canned good at the door to sponsor Thanksgiving meals for families and buy gifts for the Children’s Hospital for Christmas. 478-475-5012. 7 p.m. Aug. 25.

Featuring Southmen Quartet, Gloryland Trio, Becky Hataway & Aubrey Ray, Melvin Klaudt and many others. Calvary Community Chapel, 5483 Colmbus Road, Macon. Love offering. Contact Dennis McCook, 478-808-1604, or Maxine Redd, 334-750-4949. 6 p.m. Aug. 27.

Birthday celebration for music promoter Lola Strange. Featuring the Gospel Flames, the Anointed Brothers in Christ, the Adside Sisters, Renewed, and a surprise group. 3010 Jeffersonville Road, Macon. Free admission. $5 love offering. 478-233-3846. 4 p.m. (doors open), 5 p.m. (sing) Sept. 10.

An empowering depiction of the journey of God’s greatest gift to mankind, Jesus, from prophecy to ascension. Greater Zion Hill Baptist Church, 2656 Napier Ave., Macon. Tickets, $12. 478-954-9025 or 478-542-0088. 7 p.m. Sept. 10.

The Celtic Company, Atlanta in concert. Vineville Methodist Church, 2045 Vineville Ave., Macon. Free. 478-745-3331. 4 p.m. Sept. 25.

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. Mondays.

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.

Roll Call Sunday, with the Rev. James D. Massey Jr. preaching. 2771 Flewellyn Drive, Macon. 478-742-4418. 11 a.m. Aug. 21.

Pastor appreciation services for the Rev. Joe C. Scott Sr. conclude, with Pastor Charles Jones preaching. Dinner served. 1587 Wellworth Ave., Macon. 478-719-6666. 2:30 p.m. Aug. 21.

Mothers and Deaconess Ministry presents “What’s Under Your Hat” program. Ladies and gents wear your favorite hat. Lynn Jackson will be speaking. 2994 Upper River Road, Macon. 478-745-5121. 2:30 p.m. Aug. 21.

Ushers and Health Ministry Day program, with Earlene Appling speaking for ushers and Sandra Broomfield for Health Ministry. Ga. 83 South, Forsyth. 478-474-8742. 10 a.m. Aug. 27.

Family and friends day program, with Brother Brian “Alex” Tukes preaching. 269 Pursley St., Macon. 478-745-4646. 1 p.m. Aug. 27.

Sunday School anniversary, with the Rev. Louise Hill preaching. 3607 Earl St., Macon. 478-474-9128. 10:45 a.m. Aug. 28.

Mr. and Mrs. Zebbie Simpson will be the speakers for the morning service. The Rev. Antoinette “Toni” Alvarado will be the evening speaker for the men’s and women’s day program. St. Luke AME Church, 2056 Mason St., Macon. 478-781-0460. 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Aug. 28.

Celebrating the second pastoral anniversary of the Rev. Emory Lightfoot Jr., with the Rev. Jonathan Lowder preaching at 11 a.m. and the Rev. Shedrick Ellington at 3 p.m., and Shiloh Baptist Church as guest. 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Aug. 28. Pastor’s anniversary revival services, with the Rev. Paul Little preaching Aug. 23 and Bibb Mount Zion Baptist Church as guest, Pastor Nate Stewart on Aug. 24 and House of Hope as guest, and the Rev. David Stanley on Aug. 25 and Union Baptist as guest. 1180 Haywood Road, Macon. 478-746-1451. 7 p.m. Aug. 23-25.

Family and friends day program, with the Rev. Clyde Green preaching. Dinner served. 4092 Mikado Ave., Macon. 478-785-0816. 2 p.m. Aug. 28.

Pastor’s Bobby King and Lady Gretchen King’s anniversary celebration, with Pastor Willie Finney Jr. preaching and Smith Street Baptist Church as guest. 2475 Pope Road, Roberta. 478-836-9339. 2 p.m. Aug. 28.

Church anniversary celebration. 2:30 p.m. Aug. 28. Anniversary revival services, with Pastor Donald Williams preaching. 1076 Gilmer St., Macon. 478-935-9965. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 29-31.

Church anniversary service, with the Rev. Antonio D. Proctor Sr. preaching and St. James Baptist Church of Forsyth as guest. 3357 Rice Mill Road, Macon. 478-741-1267. 3 p.m. Aug. 28.

Appreciation service for Elder Eugenia Haynes, with the Rev. Joseph Williams preaching. 3604 Kings Park Circle, Macon. 478-742-8518. 3 p.m. Aug. 28.

Come and Back the Blue program, with breakfast at 9:30 a.m. before worship and recognition service. 2813 U.S. 41 S., Elko. 478-987-6569. 9:30 a.m. (breakfast), 10:30 a.m. (worship) Sept. 11.

Celebrating the 100th centennial birthday of the late Bishop L. M. Bell, with Bishop Johnnie L. Wood speaking. 2590 Peacock St., Macon. 478-781-8806. 4 p.m. Sept. 11.

Men Day program, with the Rev. John H. Ford Jr. preaching. 6464 Hopewell Road, Musella. 478-741-5987. 2 p.m. Sept. 18.

Homecoming, with Pastor Elect Jonathan Lowder preaching. 11 a.m. Aug. 21. Revival: The Rev. Timothy C. Boone preaching Aug. 23, the Rev. Jonathan Lowder preaching Aug. 24, the Rev. Derek Dumas on Aug. 25. U. S. 41 Mount Zion Church Road, Bolingbroke. 478-994-5107. 7:15 p.m. Aug. 23-25.

Homecoming, with the Rev. Edward Brooks preaching. Dinner served. 11 a.m. Aug. 21. Revival, with the Rev. James Jamerson preaching. 166 Jerusalem Church Road, Warner Robins. 478-222-3031. 7 p.m. Aug. 22-24.

Homecoming, with the Rev. Leroy Allen preaching and Higgsville Baptist Church as guest. 11 a.m. Aug. 21. Revival, with the Rev. T.O. Sams preaching Aug. 22 and Tessie Hall Baptist as guest; the Rev. Sean Cooper on Aug. 23; the Rev. Shedrick Ellington on Aug. 24 and Shiloh Baptist as guest; the Rev. Dwayne Franklin on Aug. 25 and Harmony Baptist as guest; the Rev. David Flowers on Aug. 26 and Buckeye Baptist as guest. 9010 U. S. 129, Dry Branch. 478-945-3820. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 22-26.

Homecoming. 11 a.m. Aug. 21. Revival, with the Rev. Lucious Dennard preaching Aug. 22, the Rev. Willie Simmons on Aug. 23, the Rev. J. L. Ross on Aug. 24, the Rev. Lonnie Slater on Aug. 25, and the Rev. Willie Finney on Aug. 26. 7331 Bethel Church Road, Lizella. 478-935-8076. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 22-26.

Homecoming, with the Rev. George Respress preaching. 11 a.m. Aug. 21. Revival, with the Rev. Vernon King preaching Aug. 24; the Rev. Richard Vaughn on Aug. 25; the Rev. Rufus J. Whatley on Aug. 26. 6464 Hopewell Road, Musella. 478-741-5987. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 24-26.

Homecoming, with the Rev. Kenneth Oates preaching and Cooper Hill Baptist as guest. 11:15 a.m. Aug. 21. Revival, with the Rev. Benjamin Martin preaching Aug. 22 and Union Hill and Mount Zion Baptist as guest; the Rev. Tyrese Ivy on Aug. 23 and Greater Antioch Missionary Baptist as guest; the Rev. Gazzara Mitchell on Aug. 24 and Upper Mount Zion Baptist as guest; the Rev. Willie Batts on Aug. 25 and Laurel Grove Baptist as guest; the Rev. Randy Paschal on Aug. 26 and Calvary Hill Baptist as guest. 16463 U.S. 129, Macon. 478-945-6281. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 22-26.

Homecoming. Noon Aug. 21. Revival, with the Rev. Christopher Cabiness preaching. 515 Magnolia St., Jeffersonville. 478-945-3992. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 23-25.

Homecoming, with the Rev. Michael Johnson preaching. 844 Georgia Kaolin Road, Dry Branch. 478-743-1296. 12:30 p.m. Aug. 21.

Homecoming, with the Rev. Dexter Jordan preaching. 2 p.m. Aug. 21. Revival, with the Rev. Henry Leonard Jr. preaching. 9818 Zebulon Road, Forsyth. 478-994-1347. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 22-24.

Homecoming, with Pastor Walter Glover preaching and Greater Zion Hill Baptist as guest. 3010 Jeffersonville Road, Macon. 478-718-9222. 2 p.m. Aug. 21.

Homecoming and family and friends day, with Pastor Reco Murphy preaching and New Bethlehem Baptist Church as guest. Dinner served. 2625 Broadway, Macon. 478-781-2506. 2:30 p.m. Aug. 21.

Homecoming, with the Rev. Marvin Colbert preaching and Bethel AME Church as guest. Old Ga. 11, Round Oak. 478-986-4281. 3 p.m. Aug. 21.

Revival, with the Rev. Steve Warren preaching. 5483 Columbus Road, Macon. 478-808-5682. 7 p.m. Aug. 21-24.

Revival, with the Rev. Frederick Haynes and Psalmist William Murphy on Aug. 25, the Rev. Maurice Watson and Psalmist Neal Roberson on Sept. 1. South Campus, 2368 Gunn Road, Byron. Beulahland.org. 7 p.m. Aug. 25 and Sept. 1.

Homecoming, with Evangelist Tony Workman preaching. Special music by Heather Grinolds, and a covered dish lunch served after the service. Members of Cornerstone Baptist Church especially welcomed. 1618 S. Houston Lake Road, Kathleen. 229-357-0476 or joyfullifebcga.org. 10:30 a.m. Aug. 28.

Homecoming service and dinner served. 11 a.m. Aug. 28. Revival, with the Rev. Anthony Q. Corbett preaching. 186 Smith Mill Road, Ga. 83 S., Monticello. 706-468-0047. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 29-31.

Homecoming, with the Rev. Daryl K. Moore preaching. Noon Aug. 28. Revival, with the Rev. B.L. Richardson preaching. 8212 Ga. 96 East, Jeffersonville. 478-945-3864. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 29-Sept. 1.

Homecoming, with the Rev. Dexter Jordan preaching and Stone Creek Baptist Church as guest. 2:30 p.m. Aug. 28. Revival, with the Rev. I. Edwin Mack preaching and Unionville Baptist Church as guest. Ga. 96, Twiggs County. 478-945-3003. 7 p.m. Aug. 29-Sept. 2.

Revival, with the Rev. Tony McDowell preaching. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 31-Sept. 2. Homecoming, with the Rev. Leon Ward Jr. preaching. Dinner served. 1587 Wellworth Ave., Macon. 478-750-1344. 2:30 p.m. Sept. 4.

Homecoming, with Pastor John Wilburn preaching. St. Mark Church Road, Lizella. 478-960-1399. 2 p.m. Sept. 4.

Homecoming, with the Rev. Leroy Wesley. 2 p.m. Sept. 11. Revival, with the Rev. Richard Vaughn on Sept. 12, the Rev. Mitchell on Sept. 13, the Rev. Derrick Dumas on Sept. 14. 687 Robert Henry St., Macon. 478-283-1321. 7 p.m. Sept. 12-14.

Revival services. 331 Peach Circle, Fort Valley. 478-935-8589. 7:30 p.m. Sept. 19-23.

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.

Through the month of August. Collection of diverse autographs of Lamar Sizemore. Vineville Methodist Church, 2045 Vineville Ave., Macon. Free. 478-745-3331. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday.

Workshop with several presenters who will discuss spiritual and physical health. Lunch served. St. Luke AME Church, 2056 Mason St., Macon. 478-781-0460. 9 a.m.-noon Aug. 20.

Apostle Travis Jennings preaching. The House of Shekinah Glory, 3752 Eisenhower Parkway. $45 (lunch provided). Register at diannahollins.org. 407-906-7634. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Aug. 20.

Over 300 free book bags and school supplies for kids, 150 boxes of free groceries for families, free eye exams, free haircuts, inflatables, snow cones, and balloons for children. Eagle Springs Elementary School, U.S. 41, Warner Robins. 478-953-0320. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 20.

Signing her book, “Victory Over Young Adulthood, Victory Over Childhood Wounds.” Habersham Records and Books, 1477 Pio Nono Ave., Macon. 478-722-8050 or 478-731-7756. 1-4 p.m. Aug. 20.

Hosted by Apostle/Prophetess Patricia Tard of Women of Wisdom. Christian Fitness Center, 2649 Antioch Road, Macon. 609-649-8827 or 478-841-4850. 7 p.m. Aug. 20 and 4 p.m. Aug. 21.

Invite parents with children to attend the 9:30 a.m. worship service where the children will receive school supplies and hygiene products while supplies last. Refreshments served. Health fair event will follow afterward. 2501 Shurling Drive, Macon. 478-477-7397. 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Aug. 21.

Theme: The Power of Prayer, with First Lady Evangelist Theresa S. McKinney speaking. Lizzie Chapel Baptist Church, 1180 Bartlett St., Macon. Donation: $7. 478-254-6805 or email MaeRand111@aol.com. 8:30 a.m. (registration) and 9 a.m. (breakfast) Aug. 27.

The Rev. Lorna Erixson will be the spiritual leader for event. Light breakfast served. 1708 Watson Blvd., Warner Robins. 478-923-8809. 8:45 a.m. (breakfast), 9:30 a.m. (program) Aug. 27.

Sponsored by the Mission Ministry. 1220 Rev. J. L. Mills Sr. Way, Macon. 478-808-3990. 9-11 a.m. Aug. 27.

Food, fun and fellowship. Sponsored by the Lillian Mahogany Women Missionary Society. Bethel AME, 3607 Earl St., Macon. 478-474-9128. Noon Aug. 27.

United prayer across racial, cultural, denominational lines. Will recognize and honor first responders and pray for their protection. Everyone welcome. Bring a lawn chair. Houston County Court House Lawn, Carroll Street, Perry. If bad weather, event will be held at the Perry First Baptist Church Sanctuary, 1105 Main St., Perry. Emily Dennis, 478-929-5795 or erdennis@cox.net. Noon-1 p.m. Sept. 9.

Greater Friendship Baptist Church, 1220 Rev. J. L. Mills Sr. Way, Macon. $5 donation. 478-808-3990. 9 a.m. Sept. 10.

Hosted by Covenant Life Cathedral Church’s Covenant Couple’s Ministry. Le Meridien Perimeter Hotel, Atlanta. Cost: $386 per couple ($120 nonrefundable registration fee included.) For more information, contact Marquita Hawkins, 478-737-1063 or Marq7654@aol.com. Oct. 14-16.

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.

July specials include a bag of clothes for $5 (exclusions apply) and half-price on books, all linens, comforters and curtains. Christ The Redeemer Anglican Church, 2815 U.S. 41 N., Fort Valley. 478-953-9822. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Fridays and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays.

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).

Dorcas House Ministries, 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.

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

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

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, www.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. every 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 August 19, 2016 at 9:00 PM with the headline "Praise Dates."