Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com Valdosta resident Michael Bass is no stranger to Madison County. He formerly served as the pastor of First Baptist Church of Pinetta from 2018 to 2021. Presently, Bass is…
Category: Church
MFBA celebrates pastors
Lauren Churchwell Contributor On Thursday, January 11, over 50 Middle Florida pastors, staff, and their spouses gathered at Journey Church, in Mayo, for a time of celebration and appreciation. Hopewell Baptist Church…
Pure Flix picks: “Tulsa”
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com If a true tearjerker is what you’re in the mood for, “Tulsa” is right up your alley. Starring Scott Pryor and Livi Birch, the story is taken from a…
Childhood reflections with a touch of grace: Watch your step!
I grew up with a fatal flaw in my running technique as a kid. No matter the game or circumstance on the agenda, I tended to pay a lot of attention to…
What to watch: “Lawmen: Bass Reeves”
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com I grew up in the right era for good westerns. John Wayne, Clint Eastwood, Charles Bronson and Yul Brenner were familiar faces on the big screen, always ready to…
Gaither Homecoming Artist to appear in Greenville
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com Musical artist, comedienne and regular performer on the popular Gaither Homecoming videos, Allison Speer, will be performing at Mt. Gilead Baptist Church, in Greenville, on Friday, Jan. 12. The…
Fifth Annual Beast Feast set for Jan. 13
Bryant Thigpen Contributor St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church will be holding its Fifth Annual Beast Feast on Saturday, Jan. 13, at 6 p.m. Guests will enjoy the best in wild game food,…
Cherry Lake Methodist ladies party for a cause
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Tuesday, Dec. 12, the ladies of Cherry Lake Methodist Church gathered for their annual Christmas party, and their intention was to spread the joy of the season to…
First Baptist Church holds children’s program
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Sunday, Dec. 17, at 11 a.m., First Baptist Church of Madison held their Children’s Christmas Pageant. The participants in the Children’s Christmas Pageant for this year were: Mary:…
Santa has an eventful night
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com It was the evening after a dark and stormy night as Santa made the trek from the North Pole for an early visit with the eager children of St….
The Constant That Remains
It is Christmas. Afghans decorate couches and recliners for warmth as fireplaces push back the cold. Children are excited about the jolly ole elf who magically delivers the best toys underneath the…
CarePortal now serving Madison County
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, Nov. 17, members and visitors at The Bridge began a two-week training session to participate in CarePortal, a program aimed at meeting the needs of children and…
Kenyan minister visits Madison
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com During his recent trip to the United States, Wilmose Kipligat, Sr. visited old friends and made new acquaintances in Madison. Kipligat is the CEO of Providence International Schools and…
Mickey’s Movie Review: “Sound of Freedom”
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com If you are looking for a great film to rent or stream, “Sound of Freedom” is a riveting portrayal of the horrors of child trafficking. The film offers an…
Remember to look upward
One of the things I remember being taught in my childhood is the art of looking up. We would lay with our backs on green grass to see the sky. On our…
The Bridge receives commission
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Thursday, Nov. 9, a large crowd was on hand for the commissioning service for The Bridge, a new church which officially begins services on Sunday, Jan. 7. However….
St. Mary’s Episcopal Church enjoys tasty bazaar
Mickey Starling reporter3@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, Nov. 4, the sweet aroma of fresh-baked goodies filled the neighborhood surrounding St. Mary’s Episcopal Church as they held their annual bazaar. The yearly event raises funds…
Local church honors pastor
Rick Patrick rick@greenepublishing.com On Saturday, Nov. 4, members of the congregation of Mt. Zion African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church held a celebration ceremony and dinner in honor of 24 years of ministry…
Fellowship Baptist Church holds trunk-or-treat
Leah Androski reporter@greenepublishing.com On Halloween, Tuesday, Oct. 31, at 6 p.m., Fellowship Baptist Church in Madison held their annual Trunk-or-Treat. The event kicked off with the youth pastor, Caleb Crouse, leading everyone…