Helen Durden and her later husband Josh Durden of Dublin , Ga., are shown in this file photo from November 2001 cleaning dust from books in an apartment across the street from ground zero. By ROGER ALFORDThe Christian Index SOCIAL CIRCLE, Ga. – The sights and sounds of a devastated New York City are forever […]
Friends who planned a getaway to New York to watch a Yankees’ game found themselves in the midst of a tragic saga. By Margaret Colson Although it has been 20 years, memories of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on America continue to strengthen the faith and influence the lives of three Georgia men. Ty […]
By Chuck Johnson WILLIAMSON, Ga. – Stephen Dervan, pastor at Oak Hill Baptist in Williamson, led a mission team to New York City to help establish a partnership with Georgia Baptist Mission Board churches in the state’s west central region. The Georgians were exploring potential ways they could work with the Metro New York Baptist […]
“I do believe God is using the passage of this very offensive state law to awaken the conscience of many New Yorkers.”
“Can anything be more barbaric in a civilized society?”
“The church will not be deterred from speaking up for those the world wants to silence.”
“As he left, he said, ‘For the first time in years I believe God is real.'”
“…it also serves as a reminder of the incredible spirit of unity, courage, and selflessness that was demonstrated by so many during and after the attacks.”
“Since moving into the new space in October we have had new visitors at every service. Our weekly worship attendance has doubled.”