Dr. Dan Steere will lead a study entitled “Luther, Calvin and the Early Reformation” at Covenant Presbyterian Church, Sunday evenings through April 28 at 6 p.m.

The four-week study covers the first two generations of the Reformation and provides an overview of the main issues that provoked this return to biblical Christianity along with a discussion of some of the variations of Protestantism that resulted.

The course will also introduce Martin Luther, John Calvin and other influential individuals whose impact on the Church continues to this day. Read More»

The Peachtree City Optimist Club held its annual Youth Appreciation Banquet March 24 at Flat Creek Country Club. Each year students from the Fayette County area are selected by their school counselors or agency representatives to be honored for their outstanding contributions to their school and community. Students must meet the criteria set forth by the Optimist Club, which encourages leadership skills, academics, volunteerism, participation in school organizations and community improvement projects. Read More»

Mr. Barry Hamilton James, age 60, passed away Sunday, March 31, 2013.

Barry was an educator for over 30 years, serving as a teacher, principal and administrator during that time. He was a graduate of West Georgia College and a member of the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. Barry was an avid UGA fan. He also enjoyed traveling especially on cruises and anywhere near the water.

He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, brother and friend. Read More»

Marian Allene Smith, of Senoia, passed away April 3, 2013. She was born and raised in Atlanta. She lived 40 years of her life in Riverdale.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years James Ray Smith and grandson Stephen Roberson.

She is survived by her daughters Raylene and husband Robert Brown of Senoia and Rhonda and husband Doug Joyce of Flowery Branch; grandson Philip Roberson of Great Lakes, Ill.; great-grandchild Carley Roberson of Mechanicsville, Md. Read More»