Maundy Thursday: GSCC and First Christian Church of Decatur 7pm via Facebook Live on the FCCD Facebook Page. Pastor Paul joined Rev. Charlotte Strayhorne and the congregation of Casa de Cristo Church and Apostolic Center for “A Living Last Supper,” viewable on YouTube. Good Friday Service: GSCC and First Christian Church of Decatur 7pm on […]
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Our Lenten Journey Lent is the period of 40 days that precedes Easter in the Christian calendar. Beginning on Ash Wednesday, Lent is a season of reflection and preparation before the celebrations of Easter. By observing the 40 days of Lent, we as followers of Jesus replicate his sacrifice and withdrawal into the desert for
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During the week of February 21-28, a dramatic arrangement of 15,000 white flags will be displayed on the lawn of First Christian Church of Decatur in memory of those who have died of COVID-19 in Georgia. This prayerful, artistic expression is a collaborative effort initiated by the American Friend’s Service in collaboration with the Federation
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February 17 Marks the Beginning of the Season of Lent. Lent Incorporates 40 Days for Repentance and Preparation for Easter. The Ashes used to mark the shape of the cross upon our foreheads come from burned palms that were blessed and lifted during previous Palm Sunday services. Ash Wednesday ServiceAshes & Liturgical Prayers for At-Home Intinction Will Be Mailed
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In Memory of Covid-19 Deaths, Churches to Ring Bells 200 Times on Sunday, Oct. 4, at 12 Noon This Sunday we will share via live stream and Facebook live with First Christian Church of Decatur “World Communion” Sunday and then after the worship service. At 12 Noon, on Sunday, October 4, 2020, communities of faith
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PRESS RELEASEMonday, June 8, 2020 CONTACT:Rev. Dr. David Jordan, Senior Minister, First Baptist Church of Decatur704-724-2766davidjordan319@gmail.com Rev. Dr. James L. Brewer-Calvert, Senior Pastor, First Christian Church of Decatur404-229-2326citykid4evr@gmail.com A Statement from Decatur’s White Clergy on Racism and Justice 38 Ministers in Decatur Support Black Lives Matter and Repent of Professional and Congregational Racism DECATUR, Georgia —
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Good Afternoon Folks, Just wanted to touch based with our members, friends and supporters of the Gentle Spirit Christian Church. Despite Gov. Kemp’s announcement this afternoon about opening business on Friday , and allowing churches to gather for Worship services under a strict adherence to social distancing rules, we WILL NOT be opening the Church
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NOTICE: The Church Without Walls is meeting online during the COVID-19 outbreak until further notice. Click here for details. The Easter Sunrise Service at the Church Without Walls in Atlanta’s Candler Park at 7:10am on Sunday, April 12th caps the 2020 Holy Week and Lenten observance for Gentle Spirit Christian Church, which includes: Click here
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Again, for all of you that are being impacted by the Coronavirus either physically or economically, directly or indirectly, mine and the Church’s prayers go out to you. This is a difficult, challenging and frightening time for all of us and support from our friends and family is critical to us coming through this. As
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For all of you that are being impacted by the Coronavirus either physically or economically, directly or indirectly, mine and the Church’s prayers go out to you. This is a difficult, challenging and frightening time for all of us and support from our friends and family is critical to us coming through this. As for
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