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Dedication service set
News Staff Report Emmanuel’s Faith Center is moving from Walnut Hill to Atmore, and the pastor, officers and members hope you’ll join them in dedicating their new building. Bishop Wayne Johnson, pastor, had a vision to move the ministry back to Atmore hometown, and a new church was built at 710 E. Ridgeley Street. The dedication service will be held Sunday, March 10, 3:30 p.m. The theme is In Servitude…
‘We are ECMS’
Publisher’s note: The first few months of each year, the Escambia County Board of Education rotates their meeting place. Thursday afternoon, February 21, the Board met at Escambia County Middle School. Periodically, principals present the Board information about their school. This month, it was ECMS Principal Debbie Bolden’s turn. Following is a portion of the information she shared with the Board. This evening I am going to take you on…
DWC to honor Bishops
The congregation of Destiny Worship Center is hosting their Pastoral Love Celebration honoring Dr. Bernard and Felicia Bishop with a love banquet and celebration services. The theme for the services is “Walking in Divine Obedience” – Psalm 27:23-24. The Love Banquet will be held Sunday, March 9, 5 p.m., with Pastor Bo Bell bringing the message. Following are celebration services: * Wednesday, March 13, 7 p.m., Bishop J.C. Crenshaw *…
Crossroads: Immigration
Growing up, my parents taught me the basic values of fairness and following the rules. I think these values were common in households all across our state and country. In today’s society, those two basic values need to be applied to the ongoing debate about illegal immigration. In terms of fairness, we have people who are going through the legal process to enter our country, which takes time and effort,…
VFW Auxiliary plans March activities
Special to Atmore News The Atmore Memorial VFW Auxiliary has a couple of important events coming up in March. You’re invited to participate. “Mommy & Me” baby shower The Auxiliary will collect baby items for the Women’s Health Program at Birmingham VA Medical Center’s “Mommy & Me” program on March 16. The “Mommy & Me” program hosts a “baby shower” which provides pregnant female veterans with baby items at no…