RCIA classes to begin

at Sacred Heart

The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) are classes for both Catholics and non- Catholics who desire a deeper understanding of the Catholic Church. Fr. Pat Madden, pastor of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Grove Hill, said, "A desire to understand what the Catholic Church teaches and why is the only prerequisite for participation. We welcome all."

Classes are currently scheduled for Monday, Oct. 5 and Monday, Nov. 9, 6 p.m. in the fellowship hall of Sacred Heart Church.

Those interested may call the church at 251-275- 3665.

Berry's Chapel AME

continues revival

Pastor Edward Seabron of Berry's Chapel AME Zion Church in Jackson encourages all to take part in the church's ongoing revival that concludes Friday, Sept. 18 at 7 nightly. The Rev. Clifford Mitchell, pastor of the First Church of God in Mt. Vernon, is the evangelist.

Listed below are the designated churches for Thursday, Sept. 17. If unable to come on the night designated, Pastor Seabron invites all to come when convenient. Churches listed for Thursday are: Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church, St. Paul Baptist Church and Star of Zion AME Zion Church, all of Jackson, Mount Zion Baptist Church, St. Luke Baptist Church and Orange Hill Baptist Church, all of Grove Hill.

Homecoming/revival

at White Chapel

Pastor Clayton Davis Jr. and the church family of White Chapel Baptist Church invite the community to their revival services that continue through Friday, Sept. 18 at 7:30 nightly. The Rev. Michael Howard, pastor of True Light Baptist Church in Prichard, will be the evangelist for the week.

Devine Sisters of Faith

will celebrate third

anniversary

The Devine Sisters of Faith will celebrate their third anniversary Saturday, Sept. 19, 6:30 p.m., at the St. Union Baptist Church in Jackson. The Rev. James Howard is the senior pastor.

Guest speaker will be the Rev. Darin Rodgers, pastor of Greenhill Missionary Baptist Church of Shubuta, Miss. Gospel groups, choirs, soloists and praise teams are asked to attend. For additional information, contact Trisa Ezell, 251-246-6072; or Artimus Martin, 251-247- 1176.

Congregational singing hosted by Grace Chapel

Grace Chapel Church in Coffeeville will host a congregational singing on Saturday, Sept. 19 at 6:30 p.m. Donald Jackson will lead the singing.

Bro. Sonny Hoven, pastor, encourages all to attend.

Music and fellowship

to be hosted by

Escatawpa Baptist

For an evening of gospel music, food, fun and fellowship, the congregation of Escatawpa Baptist Church invites all to join them on Sept. 19 beginning at 5 p.m.

Singers will include Debbie and Jim Roberts of Hobson, The Browns of Fruitdale, The Harmony Trio of Laurel, Miss. and Anne James of Laton Hill.

All are encouraged to bring lawn chairs for an evening outside. In case of rain events will move inside. A love offering will be taken. The Deer Park and Fruitdale Relay for Life Teams will sell concessions.

Directions to the church are: Going south on 45 to County Road 20 in Four Points, turn right, go two miles and turn right on first paved road. Going north on 45 to County Road 20 in Four Points, turn left, go two miles and turn right on first paved road.

Signs will be posted. For additional information call 251-847-3475, 251- 777-2062 or 251-777- 2070.

Old-fashioned homecoming and revival

at Mt. Olive No. 1

The Mt. Olive No. 1 Baptist Church will be celebrating an old-fashioned homecoming and revival services beginning Sept. 20. Homecoming will be at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Earl Jackson of Full Gospel Apostolic Church of God of St. Stephens as the guest speaker.

Revival services will be Sept. 21-24 at 7 nightly. The Rev. Brian Chapman of Vernal Chapel Baptist Church will be the evangelist for Monday and Tuesday nights. Minister Pete Crayton will be the evangelist for Wednesday and Thursday nights.

The Rev. Kevin Jackson invites everyone to attend.

Zion Branch announces

homecoming / revival

The Zion Branch Baptist Church in Gosport will be hosting its annual homecoming on Sunday, Sept. 20, at 12 noon. Guest speaker will be Minister Woody Bullard, a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Claiborne.

Revival services will begin on Monday, Sept. 21, and continue through Friday, Sept. 25, at 7:30 nightly. The evangelist for the week will be the Rev. Bobby Young, pastor of Green Grove Baptist Church in Mobile.

Pastor Thomas Fox Jr. invites all to attend.

Rocky Mt. Baptist Church will host love

program

A love program, hosted by the congregation of Rocky Mt. Baptist Church in Barlow Bend, will be presented Saturday, Sept. 26 at 6:30 p.m. The program is being conducted to assist James Jackson, who is in need of a kidney transplant. The Rev. King David Jackson, pastor, requests all soloists, choirs and groups come and support this program.

Annual homecoming

and revival services

at St. Luke Baptist

Pastor Bobby White, the officers and members of the St. Luke Baptist Church of Walker Springs invite the community to their annual homecoming and revival services beginning Sunday, Sept. 27 at 12 noon.

Minister Dwight Smith, minister of High Point Baptist Church in Mobile, will deliver the message on Sunday. Revival services will begin nightly at 7, Monday, Sept. 28 through Thursday, Oct. 1. The evangelist for the week will be the Rev. Hurley James, pastor of the New Canaan Baptist Church of Choctaw Bluff and St. Paul Baptist Church of Salitpa.

Rev. Pogue will present homecoming message at

Lewis Grove Baptist

Lewis Grove Baptist Church in Wagarville's annual homecoming and revival services will begin with Sunday School at 10 a.m., Sunday, Sept. 27. There will be no 11:30 a.m. service.

The homecoming program will begin at 1 p.m. with a message from the Rev. Richard J. Pogue of Oakridge Baptist Church in Albany, Ga.

Revival services will be Monday through Wednesday, Sept. 28-30, at 7 nightly. The Rev. Clausell Boykin of St. James A.M.E. Church of Choctaw Bluff will be the evangelist for the week.

The Rev. Ceasar Abston, pastor, invites all to attend.

Pastor Appreciation

honors Rev. Boykin

The Rev. Clausell Boykin, pastor of St. James A.M.E. Church of Choctaw Bluff, will be the honoree for Pastor Appreciation Day Sunday, Oct. 4 at 2 p.m. The Rev. Kevin Boykin, a member of the church, will be the speaker for this event.

All are welcome to attend.