Praise Dates

Cafe’, bakery, gently used area, jewelry, gift shoppe, crafts, pantry, international and national market, children’s activity area, and more. Spaghetti supper by reservations on Oct. 7 and grilled chicken on Oct. 8. 2591 Vineville Ave., Macon. 478-743-9366. 5-8 p.m. Oct. 7 and 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 8.

Reserve your spot. Inside spots are 6-by-6. Outside spots are under our tent and can use our 6-foot table or you can bring your own. Lunch will be served on a bake sale of homemade goodies to purchase. Casseroles can be picked up that are preordered. Casseroles are sweet potato, hash brown, broccoli, squash, corn, chicken. Deadline for table space is Oct. 24 and cost is $35 and you keep all your profits. 1708 Watson Blvd., Warner Robins. For table reservations or vendors, call 478-923-1791 or lindaschristie@gmail.com. All casseroles are $12. Call 478-960-1333 for casserole orders. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 5.

(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 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.

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 from 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.

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. 1180 Haywood Road, Macon. 478-746-1451. 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Aug. 28.

Youth worship service, with the Rev. Willie J. Campbell preaching. 478-788-7817. 11 a.m. Aug. 28.

Pastoral memorial service for the late Pastor Leroy Reeves Jr., for recognition of his 27 years of service. 1555 Cedar Ave., Macon. 478-742-2073. 11 a.m. Aug. 28.

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.

Stephen Dervan, a cast member in the movie “Fireproof and The Grace Card”, will be speaking. 2504 Moody Road, Warner Robins. 478-923-7101. 6:30 p.m. Aug. 28.

Usher’s anniversary service, with the Rev. Clifford Little preaching and Green’s Tabernacle Church as guest. 1850 Second Ave., Macon. 478-742-4422. 2:30 p.m. Sept. 4.

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 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 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 South, 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.

Homecoming, with Pastor Leon Ward preaching and New Birth Baptist Church as guest. 1456 Woodliff St., Macon. 478-755-9861. 2:30 p.m. Aug. 28.

Homecoming, with Pastor David Stanley preaching. 2:30 p.m. Aug. 28. Revival, with the Rev. David Clark preaching. 2230 Barnes Ferry Road, Macon. 478-785-0086. 7 p.m. Aug. 30-Sept. 1.

Revival, with the Rev. Clarence Moore preaching and Good Shepherd Missionary Baptist Church as guest. 7 p.m. Aug. 29-31. Homecoming, with the Rev. Juanterrance Lowe preaching at the 10:45 a.m. service and Ronald G. Toney preaching at 2:30 p.m. with Lizzie Chapel Baptist as guest. 1753 Mount Pleasant Road, Thomson. 706-595-7387. 10:45 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Sept. 4.

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.

Revival, with the Rev. Maurice Watson and Psalmist Neal Roberson. South Campus, 2368 Gunn Road, Byron. Beulahland.org. 7 p.m. Sept. 1.

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.

Homecoming, with Kindred Spirit with special music. Covered dish luncheon. 11 a.m. Sept. 18. Revival, with the Rev. Bob Powell preaching and special music nightly. 3139 Friendship Church Road, Dry Branch. The Rev. Charles Carter, 478-731-5009. 7 p.m. Sept. 19-23.

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.

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.

Aletheia Baptist Church, 1711 Oglesby Place, Macon. Free. 478-745-4342. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursdays Starting Sept. 8.

United prayer across racial, cultural, denominational lines. Will recognize and honor first responders and pray for their protection. Everyone welcome. Bring a lawn chair. Old Houston County Court House Lawn, Carroll Street, Perry. If bad weather, event will be held at 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.

Tremont Temple Baptist Church, 5263 Bloomfield Road, Macon. Sponsored also by Power Source Unlimited Inc. 478-538-6045 or 478-788-3004. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sept. 17.

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.

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

Beth Moore’s study, “Entrusted: A Study of II Timothy.” First United Methodist Church, 205 N. Davis Drive, Warner Robins. Emily Dennis, 478-929-5795. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Mondays of Sept. 12-Oct. 17.

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.

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

August 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.

This story was originally published August 26, 2016 at 9:00 PM with the headline "Praise Dates."