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Pastors get some of the most interesting questions from people they meet and people in their congregations.  Here are a few that I have gotten during my years of ministry and via email for this column.

Dear Father Paul:  Same-sex marriage is very much in the news right now and the Supreme Court is currently deliberating on whether it is to become legal or not in the United States.  A decision is expected no later than the end of June.  Does the Bible address this issue?  What do you say? —  Sean
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Living Proof to celebrate 10th anniversary

Members of Living Proof Church, 414 Jenkins Rd., Tyrone, have planned their 10th anniversary celebration for Sunday, May 19, beginning at 9:30 a.m. with the standard Sunday praise and worship services and children and youth programs.

The 10:45 a.m. worship service will include performances by musicians who previously attended Living Proof, speakers who were instrumental in founding and developing the church, a vision for the church’s coming years of praise and service ministry, and a few surprises.

Lunch, games and a time to enjoy friends and family will follow the service. Read More»

Young LDS missionaries head for Brazil

Conner Leavitt, Madison Houston and Alex Jenkinson

Three former McIntosh students: Conner Leavitt, Madison Houston and Alex Jenkinson, will soon join the missionary force for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in Brazil.
Conner will serve in Sao Paulo, Alex in Belo Horizonte and Madison in Curitiba.

A reduction in age requirements for Mormon missionary service will now allow young women to begin service at age 19 (formerly 21) and young men to serve at 18. Applications for missionary service have increased dramatically from 700 weekly applications to about 4,000. Read More»

Pornography awareness workshop offered

A special workshop, “The Hidden Dangers of Pornography, Its Infiltration into Family, Church, and Society,” will be offered on Saturday, April 27, from 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at the Cathedral of Christ the King in Sharpsburg.

Dr. Judy Massey, who directs the ministry development department for the Diocese of the Mid-South (Charismatic Episcopal Church), has announced that the workshop will be led by David and Carol Winkles of Trinity Fellowship Assemblies of God Church, Sharpsburg, and by The Rev. Joe and Sheryl Liptak of Church of the Holy Cross, Fayetteville. Read More»

Religion Briefs 04/17/13

Women’s empowerment session
God’s J.E.W.E.L.S., Women’s Empowerment Session, will be held Saturday, April 20 at 10 a.m. at Shekinah Glory Fellowship Center, 383 Fayette Place, Fayetteville. All ladies ages 16 and up are invited to attend. God’s J.E.W.E.L.S. (Joyful Excited Women Empowering Ladies Successfully) is an outreach ministry of Shekinah Glory Fellowship Center. For more information, call 770-227-7788 or email shekinahgloryfc@gmail.com.

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Rachel Leigh Cannella of Fayetteville

Rachel Leigh Cannella, passed away April 11, 2013 of a tragic accident. She was an outstanding student who enjoyed soccer and had a love of music. She was a member of the Providence United Methodist Church.

She is survived by her mother Keri Cannella-Moye and stepfather Tony Moye of Fayetteville; father John Cannella and stepmother Stefanie Cannella of Fayetteville; brother Logan; stepsisters Bobbie and Cortney; grandparents Ken and Betty Hoelscher of Mobile, Al. and Gary and Margie Cannella of Fayetteville; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and loving family. Read More»

Mildred Frances Noble Presnell, 96, of Fayetteville

Mrs. Mildred Frances Noble Presnell, 96, of Fayetteville, died April 14, 2013. 

She is survived by her 2 daughters Sandra & Ronald Brooks of Fayetteville and Mary Bagley of Monroe; 5 grandchildren: Julie & Ralph Gunn, Amy Collins, John & Cheyenne Bagley, James & Tonya Bagley, Jennifer & Jose Zuniga; 7 great-grandchildren: Austin and Justin Collins, Audrey and Morgan Bagley, Macie Zuniga, and Brandon and Braylen Gunn; as well as several nieces and nephews. Read More»

4-legged racers join 2-legged runners for a purpose

4-legged racers join 2-legged runners for a purpose

This one-of-a-kind 5K race included a number of four-legged entries April 6 in Tyrone as part of the annual Paws for a Purpose fundraiser held at Shamrock Park and sponsored by the Rotary Club of Fayette Daybreak. Photo/Scott Johnson.

Poochie smoochie in Tyrone

Poochie smoochie in Tyrone

Shamrock Park was filled April 6 with dogs of all descriptions as part of the 5th annual Paws for a Purpose fundraiser sponsored by the Rotary Club of Fayette Daybreak. There was plenty of running and jumping around to fill the morning’s activites, and a lot of just plain fun. Photo/Ben Nelms.

Senoia Optimist Club names oratorical winners

Senoia Optimist Club names oratorical winners

Senoia Optimist Club President Tony Bell stands with winners of the club’s recent oratorical contest who centered their verbal skills to address “Why my voice is important.” Pictured with Bell, from left, are Jeremiah Murrell (Northgate High School), Josiah Millan (Northgate), Hope Hazelton (Coweta Charter Academy), Rachael Williams (East Coweta High School), Haley Potter (Northgate), Madison Fouche (East Coweta), Briana Spencer (Northgate), Emma Goodwin (East Coweta), Brittney Seguin (Northgate), Amanda Sechrest (Northgate), Meaghan Johnson (East Coweta) and Yehong Zhu (East Coweta). Read More»