Church Events

Anchor Church

Anchor Church, 2173 W. Broad St. Coffee and fellowship in the Anchor Café at 10 a.m. Sundays followed by contemporary worship at 10:30 a.m. and children's church. Churchwide yard sale in mid-July. To donate items, e-mail anchor-church@charter.net or visit www.anchor-church.com.

Arnold Grove Baptist

Arnold Grove Baptist Church, 625 Wolfskin Road, will have a food distribution to the public starting at 10 a.m. June 19. Men's day program at 3 p.m. June 27. The Rev. R. Washington of High Point Church will be the guest speaker. (706) 742-8483.

Crafters Wanted

Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Hartwell is in need of crafters for its arts and crafts show being held in November. The church is seeking artists and craftsmen who wish to display and sell their items at reserved tables. Spaces are $25 each. (706) 376-3476 or e-mail jandjearle@hartcom.net.

Cruzaders for Christ

Cruzaders for Christ, a car show ministry of Cornerstone Baptist Church, will have a car show from 5-8 p.m. June 19 at Burger King, 1031 Franklin Springs St. in Royston. Entry fee is $10. (706) 207-3778 or (706) 245-5879.

Gordon's Chapel UMC

HULL - Gordon's Chapel UMC, 6625 Nowhere Road in the Sanford community, will have vacation Bible school from 6-8 p.m. June 21-25 themed "Galactic Blast." (706) 548-6616.

Hillsboro Baptist

HIGH SHOALS - Hillsboro Baptist Church, Hillsboro Church Road, will celebrate the 14th pastoral anniversary of the Rev. D.T. Jackson and first lady Tiffany Jackson on June 27. The Rev. Lamar Sandoval and the Huff Grove Baptist Church family of Nicholson will be the guests at the 11 a.m. service. The Rev. Rodney Lackey and the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church family of Gainesville will be the guests at the 3 p.m. service. Dinner will be served between services. (706) 769-8594.

Maysville Baptist

MAYSVILLE - Maysville Baptist Church, 8875 Hwy. 82 Spur. Vacation Bible school from 6-9 p.m. June 27 and from 6:30-9 p.m. June 28-July 1. For ages 4 through grade five. Register at maysvillebaptist.net/#/upcoming/event-registration. (706) 652-2228.

Neal's Grove Baptist

COMMERCE - Neal's Grove Baptist Church, 900 Sims Bridge Road. The male chorus will celebrate its anniversary at 2:30 p.m. June 27. There will be a homecoming service at 11 a.m. Aug. 15. The church will have a revival at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 18-20. (706) 335-2106.

New Shiloh Baptist

New Shiloh Baptist Church, 2235 Commerce Road, is planning a pastoral musical celebration from 4-9 p.m. July 24 and is asking for the presence of area church's gospel choirs, groups, bands, soloists and gospel duets to render two selections each for the event. Admission is free. Food will be sold. Donations appreciated. To sign up, call (706) 254-5118 or (706) 549-9775.

New Springhill Baptist

PHILOMATH - New Springhill Baptist Church, 2491 Crawfordville Road, will have its annual "Tailgate For Christ - Juneteenth Celebration" from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. June 19. The keynote speaker will be state Rep. Keith Heard, D-Athens. Free food, history, antique cars, entertainment for kids and more. (706) 274-3638.

Shiloh Baptist

Shiloh Baptist Church, 2150 Jones Chapel, Shiloh Road. Vacation Bible school at 7:30 p.m. beginning June 21. Classes will be for ages 12 and older. Bible study, singing, crafts and refreshments. (706) 783-5942.

Young Harris Memorial UMC

Young Harris Memorial UMC, 973 Prince Ave., will have "Galactic Blast" vacation Bible school from 5:30-8 p.m. July 12-16. Cadets will voyage into outer space praising God, and kids will see space like never before, gain a new perspective on the planet Earth, and learn easy "green" tips to practice at home. For ages 3 through grade five. Register by July 1. Free. E-mail (706) 543-2612 or charlotte.house@youngharrisumc.org.

Athens Bread of Life Church

WINTERVILLE - Athens Bread of Life Church, 302 Athens Road. A course on "Hearing the Voice of God" will start at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. "The Manual on Ministering Spiritual Gifts" authored by Bishop Bill Hamon of Christian International Ministries covers the topics of personal prophecy and spiritual gifts and will be taught by the Rev. Patricia (Saxon) Mann, who is an ordained minister with Christian International Apostolic Network. The course will last 12 weeks. (706) 548-0640 or www.athensbolchurch.com.

Athens Freewill Baptist

Athens Freewill Baptist Church, Old Monroe Highway, will host a singing at 7 p.m. Saturday featuring Midnight Praise. (706) 549-9535.

Bible Baptist

DANIELSVILLE - Bible Baptist Church, Cleghorn Road, will have a gospel singing at 6:30 p.m. Sunday featuring The Mitchells. (706) 202-7957.

Briarwood Baptist

WATKINSVILLE - Briarwood Baptist Church, 1900 Robinhood Road and Highway 53, will have vacation Bible school from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Sunday-Thursday. A light supper will be served followed by "Saddle Ridge Ranch" where children will learn about God's truth through music, games, Bible study and crafts. For children ages 4 through grade six. Pre-registration requested. (706) 769-7660 or www.briarwoodbaptist.net.

Brockton Road Baptist

JEFFERSON - Brockton Road Baptist Church, 2675 Brockton Road. Vacation Bible school themed "Soul Survivor" from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sunday-Wednesday. For ages 2 through high school. Transportation is available. (706) 201-6084 or (706) 367-8299.

Browns Chapel Baptist

BISHOP - Browns Chapel Baptist Church, 1030 Browns Chapel Church Road. Women's day program at 3 p.m. Sunday themed "Today's Challenge For Christian Women." The guest speaker will be co-pastor Patsy Miller Lewis and the Crown of Glory Church International family of Decatur. (706) 310-0074.

Clifford Grove Baptist

RAYLE - Clifford Grove Baptist Church, 2741 Callaway Road, will celebrate its 80th church anniversary at 3 p.m. Sunday. The guest speaker will be Pastor David T. Batts and the Rhema Christian Fellowship of Athens church family will be the guest church. (706) 274-3742 or e-mail cliffordbaptist@aol.com.

Corinth Baptist

ARNOLDSVILLE - Corinth Baptist Church, 2040 Belmont Road. Vacation Bible school for preschool through grade five from 5:30-8 p.m. Sunday and from 6:30-9 p.m. Monday through June 18. Church invites people ages 50 years and older to attend its weekly Bible study at 9:45 a.m. Sundays. Worship at 11 a.m. Sundays. A Bible study organized to accommodate individual interests and age groups at 6 p.m. Sundays. (706) 207-7132 or www.ourcorinthbaptist.com.

Danielsville Gospel Barn

Danielsville Gospel Barn, 444 Rogers Mill Road, will have a gospel singing at 7 p.m. Saturday featuring Kyle Barber and Zeke Turner. (706) 788-3477.

David's Home Church

COMER - David's Home Church, 1132 David's Home Church Road, will have a singing at 6 p.m. Sunday featuring The Gospel Gentlemen. (706) 789-2766.

East Friendship Baptist

East Friendship Baptist Church, 480 Arch St. Fish fry from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday. Plates are $7 and sandwiches are $4. All donations will support the Men's Ministry. Men's day at 11 a.m. Sunday. The Rev. A.R. Killian will be the guest minister. Open to the public. (706) 543-0789.

Edwards Chapel Baptist

Edwards Chapel Baptist Church, 105 Timothy Place, will have a family night to conclude vacation Bible school at 6:30 tonight. (706) 353-8961.

Fair Play Baptist

HULL - Fair Play Baptist Church, 1375 Fair Play Church Road, will celebrate the senior choir's 50th anniversary at 3 p.m. Sunday. Guest choirs include: Huff Grove Baptist Church, Fairfield Baptist Church and Rogers Chapel Baptist Church. Reception will follow. (706) 540-9642.

First African Methodist Episcopal Church

First African Methodist Episcopal Church, 521 N. Hull St. Scholarship Day will be held at 11 a.m. Sunday. Glenn Stegall will be the guest speaker. A special tribute will be made to the late Dorothy Irene Height, godmother of the Civil Rights Movement. All ladies are invited to show a little "hatitude" by wearing a hat to honor Height's memory. Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. Bible study at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. www.firstame.org or (706) 548-1454.

First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Athens

First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Athens, 268 W. Dougherty St., announces that Dr. Alan A. Mace will serve as interim minister beginning Wednesday. Mace is a lifelong participant and member of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and grew up in Oklahoma. He attended Phillips University where he received a bachelor's degree in religion and history with a philosophy minor in 1968. Following several years in the pastorate, Mace attended the George Peabody College for Teachers, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tenn., where he received his doctorate of education. Since his ordination in 1971, Mace has served congregations in Illinois, Florida, Kansas, North Carolina and Tennessee, as well as serving as associate regional minister for the Christian Church in the Southwest and as deputy regional minister for the Christian Church in the Upper Midwest. www.fccathens.org or (706) 549-1915.

Gospel Tabernacle

CARLTON - Gospel Tabernacle, Watson Mill Road, will have a gospel singing at 7 p.m. Saturday featuring The Journeymen and the Southern Travelers. Gospel bluegrass music and singing. A love offering will be taken. (706) 797-3251.

Grace Fellowship

BOGART - Grace Fellowship Church, 1120 Malcom Bridge Road. Women's summer supper at 6:30 p.m. Monday featuring vocalist and speaker Annette Herndon, who appears on TBN, Daystar and TV 57. Herndon is a Christian recording artist and author of more than 100 Christian songs. Tickets are $2. Child care available upon reservation. mcahoon@graceathens.com or (706) 769-4001.

Heaven Bound Ministries

HULL - Heaven Bound Ministries Worship Center, 361 Glenn Carrie Road, will host it's annual Hype Night at 7 tonight. Praise, worship, empowerment and encouragement for youth and the young at heart. Singles conference weekend beginning with a banquet at 8 p.m. June 18. Pastor Sharon Miller of Greater Bethel AME Church will be the keynote speaker. A workshop and luncheon will be held from 9 a.m.-noon June 19. The guest speaker will be Deacon Marvin Nunnally of Bethel Baptist Church in Watkinsville. Tickets are $25 for the banquet and conference luncheon combo, $20 for banquet only and $10 for luncheon only. (706) 296-0081.

Hill Chapel Baptist

Hill Chapel Baptist Church, 1692 W. Hancock Ave., will celebrate its 118th church anniversary at 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Sunday. Minister Kenneth Cooper of Kingdom Community Worship Center will be the guest at 11 a.m. and Pastor James Washington and the New Grove Baptist Church family will be the guests at 4 p.m. (706) 543-1377 or www.hillchapelathens.com.

Hill First Baptist

Hill First Baptist Church, 205 N. Pope St., will have a revival at 7:15 p.m. Monday-Wednesday. Pastor Richard R. Lockett Jr. will be the speaker. Youth day Sunday. The speaker will be the Rev. John Menefee. (706) 548-4336.

Holly Creek Baptist

COMER - Holly Creek Baptist Church, 706 Holly Creek Church Road. Annual men's day at 11:30 a.m. Sunday. The Rev. David Sims and The Colbert Grove Church family will be the guest. All men are welcome.

Mars Hill Baptist

WATKINSVILLE - Mars Hill Baptist Church, 2641 Mars Hill Road, will have a yard sale from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. today and Saturday. All funds raised from the yard sale will go toward the church's mission trip to Jamaica in July. (706) 548-6962.

Morton Chapel Baptist

Morton Chapel Baptist Church, 2005 Morton Road. The R. Bryant-Smith Choir Ensemble will celebrate its anniversary at 3 p.m. Sunday. Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. followed by worship at 11 a.m. Sundays. Bible study at 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays. (706) 372-2611 or (706) 546-8140.

Mt. Sinai Baptist

BOGART - Mt. Sinai Baptist Church, will celebrate the Rev. L Dante Smith's third pastor appreciation at 3 p.m. Sunday. Dinner served at 2 p.m. The Rev. Daniel Smith and the Miller's Chapel Baptist Church family of Conyers will be the guests. (770) 725-5063.

New Bethlehem Baptist

CARLTON - New Bethlehem Baptist Church, 1108 Lexington-Carlton Road, will have its first "Fruits of the Spirit" program at 2 p.m. Sunday. Speakers from the surrounding counties will speak about each fruit. (706) 224-0850.

New Dorsey Tabernacle Baptist

New Dorsey Tabernacle Baptist Church, 135 Mulberry St. Revival at 7:30 p.m. Monday through June 18. The Rev. Melvin Adams Jr., pastor of New Holt Baptist Church in Harlem, will be the guest speaker. Adams also is the 10th district president of the General Missionary Baptist Convention of Georgia. (706) 543-2409.

New Hope Baptist

New Hope Baptist Church, 211 Stapler Drive, Nicholson, will host a gospel singing at 6 p.m. Saturday featuring The Bridgemans, The Mitchells and Freddie Smith. (706) 614-4697 or (706) 658-6545.

North Georgia Methodist Annual Conference

The North Georgia Methodist Annual Conference will be held Wednesday through June 18 at The Classic Center, 300 N. Thomas St. Conference attendees will participate in a number of administrative and worship sessions, as well as fellowship during meals and receptions. Attendees will participate in the fourth annual conference 5K Run/Walk. Proceeds from the race will benefit The North Georgia Housing and Homeless Council, which helps Athens area and North Georgia churches and nonprofit organizations minister to very poor and homeless people. During the conference, Athens residents are invited to join attendees Thursday at The Classic Center to package up to 200,000 family meals for Stop Hunger Now. Hands on Northeast Georgia is co