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Elizabeth Phillips Wiley, 82, of Fayetteville

Elizabeth Phillips Wiley, 82, of Fayetteville, passed away February 5, 2014.

She was preceded in death by her husband William Lloyd Wiley and son Jerry Mauldin.

She is survived by her daughter Teresa (Russell) Joiner; grand-daughters Elizabeth (Benjamin) Urban, Amy (Matthew) Rouse, and Kimberley (Bradley) Hale; great-grandchildren Carter Hale, Ansley Hale, Catie Rouse and Jack Rouse; brother William B. (Eris) Phillips; sister Birdie Hall; and many nieces and nephews. Read More»

John Leonard, age 85

We celebrated the life of John Leonard on Friday, February 7th at 10:30 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Peachtree City.

John passed away on February 3rd after a brief illness. He was 85 years old.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years – Madeline, 5 children – John, Helen, Katherine, Michael and Peter, and 5 grandchildren – Anthony, Lisa, Christina, Andrew and James. Read More»

William Henry Newman III, age 74, of Peachtree City

William “Bill” Henry Newman III, age 74, of Peachtree City, Ga. passed away on February 4, 2014.

He was born in Atlanta, Ga. on February 8, 1939 to the late Bill and Mable Newman. He was raised in the Ben Hill area. He graduated from Brown High School. He was a US Army Veteran.

He spent his entire life defending and protecting animals. He was the Director of the Fayette County Animal Shelter where he retired after 24 years of service. His beloved dog, BJ retired with him. Read More»

Cupid Chase is Saturday

Mote than 400 racers braved the cold last year for the event.

The Cupid Chase takes place in historic, downtown Senoia Saturday. Planned and coordinated by Mikki Lewis, event chair, and a team of dedicated volunteers, all monies raised through The Cupid Chase 5K and 1 Mile Encouragement Walk will benefit CURE, Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy. Mikki and her husband, David, a local business owner, have two beautiful daughters; one of whom was diagnosed with epilepsy at the age of six.
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Why ‘Snow-mageddon’?

“Snow-mageddon.” That’s what many tagged our horrific encounter with the snow, ice, and traffic fiasco of last week. Do you know why this word is invented for such events and where it comes from? Well, let me put on my “theologian’s hat” and take us through some pretty intriguing and often controversial territory. I am not an expert on this topic, but here is how I understand it.

The original word is Armageddon, a name occurring only once in the Bible and designating the place, Mount Megiddo, where the last great epic battle of the ages, good vs. evil, will take place (Revelation 16:16). Read More»

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PTCUMC’s Global Impact Celebration starts today

Peachtree City United Methodist Church’s Global Impact Celebration (GIC) starts this evening at its Worship Ministry Center, 225 Robinson Rd. The event continues through Feb. 9.

The celebration is open to the public and will feature speakers from around the world and around the neighborhood, with events for all ages.

More than 20 missionary guests will participate, including local organizations like Fayette Samaritans, Healing Bridge Clinic and Square Foot Ministry, as well as regional and international organizations. Call 770-487-6499 to register; most events are free. Read More»

Muniz 50th Anniversary

Leo and Claudia Muniz 50th Wedding Anniversary

Leo and Claudia Muniz, formerly of Fayetteville, and now residing in Williston, N.D., will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on February 14, 2014.

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Religion Briefs 02/05/14

LDS plans Valentine Dance
The Peachtree City Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (LDS) will host an Adult (ages 18 and up) Valentines Dance Saturday, Feb. 8, from 7 – 10 p.m., at the church, 101, Peachtree Pkwy. South. There is no charge; everyone is welcome.

COS will have ‘soul music’ service Read More»

Bondservant Bible Study class rescheduled; starts tomorrow

Potential Bondservant Bible studyers are invited to several informal, informative, and informational mini-receptions, all scheduled for Thursday mornings from Feb. 6 through May 29, anytime between 10 and 11:30 a.m.

Come and get a cup of coffee or tea, and leaf through a complete copy of the Bible Study and talk with the authors, Pastor Knox and Dr. Dee Herndon. Read More»

Three new vestry members elected at Nativity Episcopal

Shown from left are Hazel Hinkson, Joan Tillirson, Louis LeBlanc, Marcia Meikle, Vic Cornetto, the Rev. Rita Henault, Ron Gross (vestry clerk), and Fred Dennis, junior warden. Photo/Special.

Three new members have been named to the vestry (governing board) of Episcopal Church of the Nativity in Fayetteville.

Hazel Hinkson and Louis LeBlanc were elected to three-year terms. Joan Tillirson was named to complete the one year remaining in the term of a vestry member who has resigned.

The election was held Sunday, Jan. 26 at the annual parish meeting. Presiding was the Rev. Rita L. Henault, who on Feb. 1 will mark her seventh year as Nativity’s rector. Read More»

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