COMMUNITY
Lord. ... Our vision is to enrich the lives of our members, family, friends and community by meeting our members at their points of needs with unconditional love. We are led by Christ Jesus through his eternal grace and mercy.” On a practical level, the church’s goals and aspirations lead to regular worship and outreach. Mt. Gilead “is a place where all people are welcome – and we are determined to ‘love ye one another,’” Grier said. The goal of reaching beyond the doors of the sanctuary is an important factor in all churches. Dr. Harry Barrow, pastor of Newnan Presbyterian Church, noted his church’s mission statement has references to building up the congregation, but also to doing more. “Newnan Presbyterian Church is a community of believers committed to being open and caring as we worship in our historic location. And our mission
is to glorify God as we seek inspiration through worship, study and fellowship and to extend Christ’s love in our community and beyond.” Extending Christ’s love in the community may be most visible in personal interactions between people – neighbors, co-workers, shoppers and merchants. “Our churches are where we are reminded that we have a Creator to whom we will stand accountable,” Jennings said. “They’re where we learn foundational principles such as truth, integrity and placing others before ourselves. In our community, we are blessed to have many local businesses which have been founded upon these principles.” For congregations of all sizes, but particularly for small churches, special projects and events are a significant part of ministry. Mt. Gilead near Grantville is planning its first Dry
ST. PAUL’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH WELCOMES YOU! Please join us for worship: Sundays at 8:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
Christian Formation for all ages at 9:30 a.m., September through May.
15 W. Washington St. located 1 block west of the court square
770-253-0797 Visit our website: www.fbcnewnan.org
Whoever you are and wherever you are on your journey of faith, you are welcome.
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
The Rev. Allan Sandlin, Rector William Fred Scott, Organist and Choirmaster 576 Roscoe Road ∙ Newnan, GA 30263 (770) 253-4264 • www.stpaulsnewnan.org
Worship Services
8:30am and 10:50am Sunday School 9:40am
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