First Presbyterian Church in Peachtree City will host an Ash Wednesday Service on Wednesday, March 9 at 6:30 pm. All are invited to worship as Christians enter the Lenten season. Traditionally, Lenten is a time of fasting and prayer in preparation of the Easter season. First Presbyterian Church is located at 206 Willowbend Rd. For more information, call 770-487-7757.
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Sunday, April 12, 2009
Fayette: One Accord in Concert at NFUMC
The public is invited to attend North Fayette United Methodist Church on Sunday, April 19, as One Accord, a 12-member vocal ensemble auditioned from the Atlanta Christian College Concert Choir performs at the 8:45 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. worship services, and then again that day at 3:00 p.m. when the group performs in a special concert .
One Accord specializes in performing various styles of a cappella music. They have represented the Atlanta Christian College in many different settings, including church and civic groups, banquets, high schools, conventions, and services throughout the southeastern United States.
One Accord has appeared twice on Good Day Atlanta (WAGA-TV), sung the National Anthem and at half-time show for the Atlanta Falcons, sung the National Anthem for the Atlanta Braves, and performed for the Governor’s Prayer Caucus, Macy’s Christmas Concerts at Lenox Square Mall, and the Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast in East Point.
NFUMC is located at 847 New Hope Road. For more information about this event, or other events at NFUMC, call 770-461-2409, or visit www.nfumc.com.
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One Accord specializes in performing various styles of a cappella music. They have represented the Atlanta Christian College in many different settings, including church and civic groups, banquets, high schools, conventions, and services throughout the southeastern United States.
One Accord has appeared twice on Good Day Atlanta (WAGA-TV), sung the National Anthem and at half-time show for the Atlanta Falcons, sung the National Anthem for the Atlanta Braves, and performed for the Governor’s Prayer Caucus, Macy’s Christmas Concerts at Lenox Square Mall, and the Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast in East Point.
NFUMC is located at 847 New Hope Road. For more information about this event, or other events at NFUMC, call 770-461-2409, or visit www.nfumc.com.
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Monday, April 6, 2009
Experience Serenity at Stone Mountain Park’s Easter Sunrise Service
65th Non-Denominational service held at the mountain
As the sun rises over the city, Atlantans can celebrate the peace and tranquility of Easter with family and friends at the top or bottom of Stone Mountain.
What: 65th Annual Easter Sunrise Service
Who: The Stone Mountain Ministerial Association presents two simultaneous, non-denominational Easter services at the top and at the base of Stone Mountain on Memorial Lawn. Park gates and Summit Skyride open at 4a.m. Please allow an extra hour or more for large crowds.
When: Sunday, April 12; services begin at 6:15a.m.
Where: Stone Mountain Park; top of the mountain and laserlawn
Tickets: Vehicle entry to the park is $8 for a one-day permit or $35 for annual permit. Church vans and buses enter free. Round-trip Skyride fees are $9.00 for adults and $7.00 for children 3-11 and $5.50 one-way. There are no fees for the walk-up trail to the top of the mountain.
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As the sun rises over the city, Atlantans can celebrate the peace and tranquility of Easter with family and friends at the top or bottom of Stone Mountain.
What: 65th Annual Easter Sunrise Service
Who: The Stone Mountain Ministerial Association presents two simultaneous, non-denominational Easter services at the top and at the base of Stone Mountain on Memorial Lawn. Park gates and Summit Skyride open at 4a.m. Please allow an extra hour or more for large crowds.
When: Sunday, April 12; services begin at 6:15a.m.
Where: Stone Mountain Park; top of the mountain and laserlawn
Tickets: Vehicle entry to the park is $8 for a one-day permit or $35 for annual permit. Church vans and buses enter free. Round-trip Skyride fees are $9.00 for adults and $7.00 for children 3-11 and $5.50 one-way. There are no fees for the walk-up trail to the top of the mountain.
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Sunday, April 5, 2009
Celebrate Eastern Orthodox Easter and Holy Week April 12 - 19
St. Christopher Hellenic Orthodox Church of Peachtree City invites the community to join in celebrating Eastern Orthodox Easter and Holy Week services during the week of April 12-19th.
The reason for the different dates of Western (Catholic, Protestant, Episcopalian) Easter and Orthodox Easter (Pascha) is primarily because Orthodox Christians determine the date of Easter (Pascha) based on the Julian Calendar in use during the First Ecumenical Council of Nicea in 325 AD. Additionally, in keeping with the rule established by the Council of Nicea, the Orthodox Church holds to the tradition that Easter (Pascha) must always fall after the Jewish Passover, since the death, burial and Resurrection of Christ happened after the celebration of Passover.
This year, the 350 million Orthodox Christians worldwide celebrate Easter (Pascha) on Sunday, April 19, 2009.
The young mission of Peachtree City, Georgia, began on October 26, 2003 with its first Divine Liturgy celebrated at the Fayette Family YMCA in Fayetteville, Georgia. A planning group of about 15 families met with the Rev. Fr. George Tsahakis, and with the blessings of His Eminence Metropolitan Alexios of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta, began inviting families from the Clayton, Coweta, Fayette, Henry, Spalding and South Fulton areas to join together to form the new parish.
Within one year, more than 50 families had committed their support. A warehouse in the business/industrial park of Peachtree City was renovated through the hard-working efforts of parishioners, who provided most of the labor and materials needed for the heating, air conditioning, drywall, plumbing, cabinetry, interior painting and carpeting.
At present, the church seats more than 100 and offers Sunday and weekday church services, coffee fellowship, community luncheons and dinners, and a full offering of parish ministries that include religious education from nursery through adult education (year-round), classes for inquirers and converts, Hellenic language and dance, GOYA, JOY, community family nights, and outreach and evangelism to area residents and visitors. The very active Philoptochos Chapter (Friends of the Poor) was soon formed and parishioners are committed to serving its philanthropic efforts and the surrounding community’s service needs.
In December 2006, 10 acres of property in Fayette County were purchased (one mile outside of Peachtree City on Ebenezer Road) and they plan to pay off the mortgage in early 2010 and begin the building of the new educational and meeting facility shortly thereafter. That will enable them to worship and offer ministries on-site until the permanent sanctuary and church complex is completed.
For a complete schedule of services visit http://www.saintchristopherhoc.org/.
The reason for the different dates of Western (Catholic, Protestant, Episcopalian) Easter and Orthodox Easter (Pascha) is primarily because Orthodox Christians determine the date of Easter (Pascha) based on the Julian Calendar in use during the First Ecumenical Council of Nicea in 325 AD. Additionally, in keeping with the rule established by the Council of Nicea, the Orthodox Church holds to the tradition that Easter (Pascha) must always fall after the Jewish Passover, since the death, burial and Resurrection of Christ happened after the celebration of Passover.
This year, the 350 million Orthodox Christians worldwide celebrate Easter (Pascha) on Sunday, April 19, 2009.
The young mission of Peachtree City, Georgia, began on October 26, 2003 with its first Divine Liturgy celebrated at the Fayette Family YMCA in Fayetteville, Georgia. A planning group of about 15 families met with the Rev. Fr. George Tsahakis, and with the blessings of His Eminence Metropolitan Alexios of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta, began inviting families from the Clayton, Coweta, Fayette, Henry, Spalding and South Fulton areas to join together to form the new parish.
Within one year, more than 50 families had committed their support. A warehouse in the business/industrial park of Peachtree City was renovated through the hard-working efforts of parishioners, who provided most of the labor and materials needed for the heating, air conditioning, drywall, plumbing, cabinetry, interior painting and carpeting.
At present, the church seats more than 100 and offers Sunday and weekday church services, coffee fellowship, community luncheons and dinners, and a full offering of parish ministries that include religious education from nursery through adult education (year-round), classes for inquirers and converts, Hellenic language and dance, GOYA, JOY, community family nights, and outreach and evangelism to area residents and visitors. The very active Philoptochos Chapter (Friends of the Poor) was soon formed and parishioners are committed to serving its philanthropic efforts and the surrounding community’s service needs.
In December 2006, 10 acres of property in Fayette County were purchased (one mile outside of Peachtree City on Ebenezer Road) and they plan to pay off the mortgage in early 2010 and begin the building of the new educational and meeting facility shortly thereafter. That will enable them to worship and offer ministries on-site until the permanent sanctuary and church complex is completed.
For a complete schedule of services visit http://www.saintchristopherhoc.org/.
Photo: Holy Friday “Lamentations” Service offering praise to Christ, officiated by Rev. Fr. George Tsahakis.
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Thursday, April 2, 2009
All Saints Anglican Rector Talks “Lent and Easter 101”
Reverend Michael Fry, Rector of All Saints Anglican Church in Peachtree City, sat down with Freddy Burdeshaw recently and fielded some basic questions about the Christian seasons.
1. Burdeshaw:A neighbor asked me to explain all the smutty looking foreheads a couple of Wednesdays back; what should I say?
1. Burdeshaw:A neighbor asked me to explain all the smutty looking foreheads a couple of Wednesdays back; what should I say?
Fry: The Christian tradition of marking worshipers foreheads with ashes dates back well over 1,000 years and symbolizes the penitence of the faithful as the season of Lent begins. You may have heard of the Biblical expression of repenting in “sackcloth and ashes.”
2. Burdeshaw: Okay, I understand the ashes are placed on foreheads as a sign of repentance. Where do the ashes come from? Will any ashes do? How are they placed?
Fry: Traditionally the ashes are the burned remains of palms that were used in the Palm Sunday service the year before, but any ashes will do. They are placed on the forehead in the form of a cross.
3. Burdeshaw: Well, since Ash Wednesday is the first day of Lent, where do the terms of Shrove Tuesday and Mardi Gras come into play?
Fry: “Shrove Tuesday” is the eve of Lent. The term comes from the old English word “shrive” meaning to forgive. There has historically been an emphasis on the importance of the faithful confessing their sins as the season begins.
“Mardi Gras” is a French term meaning “Fat Tuesday.” It comes from the tradition of abstaining from sweets and fat during Lent (in years past, fat was considered a good thing). So there was often quite a celebration on the eve of Lent as all the goodies were consumed from the pantry since they wouldn’t keep over the next seven weeks.
4. Burdeshaw: Would you explain the church season of Lent and its connection with Easter?
Fry: The term “lent” comes from an old English word meaning “spring” (similar to lengthen –as in the daylight hours are getting longer each day). In church language it refers to the forty weekdays before Easter: As Jesus fasted forty days in the wilderness before embarking on his ministry, so Christians have long undertook a forty-day preparation for the Easter celebration. The hope is that by observing the time-honored Christian traditions associated with the season that the Easter celebration will be more meaningful and we will all have grown spiritually through the process.
5. Burdeshaw: I know Lent involves fasting and I take that to mean not eating! Some of us fat boys can’t deal with that! Is this absolutely required?
Fry: Various churches have different practices—some more strict than others. In our church, Ash Wednesday and Good Friday are the only days where fasting is clearly proscribed. The manner of fasting varies according to individuals’ spiritual practices and health. This can range from an absolute fast (no food or water for a period of time) to simply a reduction in portion size and abstinence from certain foods.
6. Burdeshaw: Are there other activities Christians are supposed to observe during Lent besides fasting?
Fry: Definitely. A primary activity of the season is for Christians to undergo a period of self-examination—asking the Holy Spirit to reveal to us areas of our lives where we have fallen short of God’s perfect will. Fasting is actually an aid in this process.
Other activities associated with Lent include taking on additional acts of charity as well as added religious devotions. It is hoped that some new outreach or spiritual practice that we undertake for these seven weeks might become part of our regular routine even after Easter so that we emerge from the season as stronger Christians who have drawn nearer to our Lord.
7.Burdeshaw: It seems the number 40 has numerous Biblical connections, including the days preceding the crucifixion of Jesus. Did God plan for all of these “40 day events?”
Fry: While the reason behind it is not specified in the Bible, the time period of forty days or forty years occurs frequently. For example: In the time of Noah it rained forty days and forty nights; When Moses went up on to Mt. Sinai to receive the law he was there forty days and forty nights; The Israelites wandered in the desert for forty years after escaping Egypt and, as I mentioned earlier, Jesus fasted forty days and forty nights before beginning his public ministry. Since the figure has Biblical significance, we can presume it has spiritual significance as well.
8.Burdeshaw: Apparently Palm Sunday is an integral part of Holy Week. Does this commemorate some historical event related to the Passion of Christ?
Fry: Yes—The service and the day are a time when we remember Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem on the Sunday before his crucifixion. In the Bible we are told that crowds welcomed him by spreading their garments and cut branches on the road before him. John’s Gospel particularly mentions them being palms.
Many people don’t know this, but we have a first-hand historical account that the services we celebrate today for Holy Week were celebrated in Jerusalem as early as the 4th century A.D. (and probably earlier). If you Google “Travels of Egeria” you will find a pilgrim’s tale of her visit to the Holy Land and the Christian celebrations held there, including the reenactment of “Palm Sunday.”
9.Burdeshaw: I recently heard the term “Spy Wednesday” for the first time in connection to Judas. What is the meaning of that?
Fry: It’s not a term I’ve heard used a lot, but it refers to the day that Judas met with the religious authorities in Jerusalem and agreed to betray Jesus so that they could arrest and try him (two days before his death on the cross).
10. Burdeshaw: Thanks Father Michael for your patience in answering what I know are some dumb questions. One final question: What are the plans at All Saints for Holy Week?
Fry: You’re welcome, and they were very good questions. We will celebrate Palm Sunday on April 5th at our 10:30 AM service; On Thursday the 9th at 7:00 PM we will commemorate the last supper; Good Friday (April 10th) we will also hold our commemoration at 7:00 PM. Our first Easter service will actually be held on Saturday night after sundown (8:30 PM) and then we will have two on Sunday morning at 8:00 & 10:30 AM.
All Saints Anglican Church is located at 303 Kelly Drive in Peachtree City.
Palm Sunday (Apr 5 at 10:30)
Maundy Thursday (Apr 9 at 7 pm)
Good Friday (Apr 10 at 7 pm)
Easter Eve Morning Prayer (Apr 11 @ 8:30 am)
Easter Egg Hunt (Apr 11 @11 a.m.) (Call 770-486-5374 for directions)
Easter Vigil (Apr 11 @ 8:30 pm)
Easter Sunday (Apr 12 @ 8:00 am and 10:30 am)
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Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Fayette: Free Southern Gospel Concert Coming to FFUMC
On Sunday, May 3, 2009, a FREE southern gospel concert will be provided in the main sanctuary of Fayetteville First United Methodist Church, 175 E. Lanier Avenue, Fayetteville, GA 30214. The approximate two hour concert will start at 6:30 PM. Doors will open at 6 PM.
This concert will feature a group that previously performed in Fayetteville a number of years ago, and have since produced a new CD – PEACHLAND QUARTET. Additionally, a relatively new group – GMC Trio – will also perform. Both of these groups will lift spirits in 2009!!
An offering will be taken to support the retirement of the current mortgage.
Please mark your calendars; invite and bring your friends and neighbors; and help us FILL THE SANCTUARY on the evening of May 3!
To learn and hear more of PEACHLAND QUARTET, visit: www.peachlandquartet.com
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This concert will feature a group that previously performed in Fayetteville a number of years ago, and have since produced a new CD – PEACHLAND QUARTET. Additionally, a relatively new group – GMC Trio – will also perform. Both of these groups will lift spirits in 2009!!
An offering will be taken to support the retirement of the current mortgage.
Please mark your calendars; invite and bring your friends and neighbors; and help us FILL THE SANCTUARY on the evening of May 3!
To learn and hear more of PEACHLAND QUARTET, visit: www.peachlandquartet.com
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The Raleigh Ringers to Perform at PTCUMC May 2nd
The Raleigh Ringers, an internationally acclaimed, advanced community handbell choir based in Raleigh, NC, will perform in Peachtree City on Saturday, May 2, at 7:00 PM at Peachtree City United Methodist Church, 225 Robinson Rd.
Since its founding in 1990, The Raleigh Ringers has been dazzling concert audiences with unique interpretations of sacred, secular and popular music, including famous rock n' roll tunes arranged just for handbells.
The Raleigh Ringers performs on one of the most extensive collections of bells and bell-like instruments owned by any handbell ensemble in the world. The 16-member choir has performed in 34 states and in several cities in France, and has also performed live on several nationally syndicated radio and television shows. To see and hear video clips of The Raleigh Ringers visit their website at http://www.rr.org/.
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Tickets for the concert are $10 each and can be purchased in advance by contacting PTCUMC Handbell Director Jeanne Blood at 770.487.2962. A Spaghetti Supper will precede the concert from 5:00 – 6:00 PM, held at the PTCUMC Children and Youth Campus, 400 Windgate Rd. Dinners are $5 per person. Proceeds from this concert will benefit PTCUMC youth attending the North Georgia Youth Music Camp in June.
Since its founding in 1990, The Raleigh Ringers has been dazzling concert audiences with unique interpretations of sacred, secular and popular music, including famous rock n' roll tunes arranged just for handbells.
The Raleigh Ringers performs on one of the most extensive collections of bells and bell-like instruments owned by any handbell ensemble in the world. The 16-member choir has performed in 34 states and in several cities in France, and has also performed live on several nationally syndicated radio and television shows. To see and hear video clips of The Raleigh Ringers visit their website at http://www.rr.org/.
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Tickets for the concert are $10 each and can be purchased in advance by contacting PTCUMC Handbell Director Jeanne Blood at 770.487.2962. A Spaghetti Supper will precede the concert from 5:00 – 6:00 PM, held at the PTCUMC Children and Youth Campus, 400 Windgate Rd. Dinners are $5 per person. Proceeds from this concert will benefit PTCUMC youth attending the North Georgia Youth Music Camp in June.
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