Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com Mark your calendars! HealthStreet, a University of Florida initiative, is teaming up with Gethsemane Baptist Church to bring a health and wellness event to Live Oak on Monday, Feb….
Category: Church
Music in the Park returning to Mayo on March 2
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Branford Oasis Church and Freedom Rally Ministries are excited to put on their second “Music in the Park” event in Mayo on Saturday, March 2. This event is…
Chris Golden coming to Lighthouse Christian Center
Mickey Starling reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Christian country artist Chris Golden will be in concert at Lighthouse Christian Center in Mayo on Friday, March 1. Golden is the son of the Oak Ridge Boys’ William…
Friends of Music concerts continue with performance by The Lawson Ensemble
Linda Poplin Contributor The third concert of the 2023-24 Friends of Music concert season will be at Covenant First Presbyterian Church, located at 421 White Ave. in Live Oak, on Friday, March…
16th annual Camp Connexion accepting registrations for summer session
Bea Coker reporter2.riverbendnews@gmail.com On your mark, get ready and set for the popular faith based summer camp: Camp Connexion! for children in Lafayette County. This collaborative summer camp is scheduled for Monday,…
Harmonize with Grace Lutheran Church on March 11
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com The Immanuel Lutheran College choir from Eau Claire, Wis., is set to perform a mesmerizing concert on Monday, March 11, at 7 p.m. The performance will take place at…
Gethsemane Church to offer free health and wellness breakfast
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com In partnership with the Florida Department of Health and the UF/IFAS Suwannee Extension, the Gethsemane Church of God in Christ will be offering a free health and wellness breakfast….
Mickey’s Movie Review: “The Blind” is an eye opener
Mickey Starling reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com For lovers of the hit series, “Duck Dynasty,” the newly released film about the early life of family patriarch Phil Robertson is a must see. If you are unfamiliar…
Celebrate, reflect and unite with Gethsemane Church of God in Christ’s Black History Celebration
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com In a celebration of culture, heritage and unity, Gethsemane Church of God in Christ’s youth department is set to host a Black History Celebration on Sunday, Feb. 11. The…
What to watch: “Lawmen: Bass Reeves”
Mickey Starling reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com I grew up in the right era for good westerns. John Wayne, Clint Eastwood, Charles Bronson and Yul Brenner were familiar faces on the big screen, always ready to…
Orchard Community Church to host Night of Worship
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Experience the transcendent beauty of worship with the Orchard Community Church on Sunday, Jan. 28. Individuals from all walks of life are invited to join in this soul-stirring Night…
Lighthouse youth gets closer with God at Winter Ramp
Christian Peterson reporter.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Friday, Dec. 29, Lighthouse Christian Center (LCC) youth group began a journey to Cleveland, Tenn., with the goals of growing closer to Christ and fellowshipping with other young…
RSVP now for Taco Tuesday at Friendship Baptist Church
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com All are invited to join Friendship Baptist Church on Tuesday, Jan. 23, for Taco Tuesday. Beginning at 11 a.m., attendees will be able to enjoy a delicious potluck style…
The Village Church to offer faith, harmony and laughter with Gospel Festival
Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com Enjoy an afternoon of good music an laughter with The Village Church’s Gospel Festival on Saturday, Jan. 13. Beginning at 1 p.m., attendees will be able to enjoy performances…
The Christmas parade
Rev. Cheryl Cruce Contributor It was early December, and we had been shopping that day to celebrate my birthday. As we began to travel homeward, we had the good fortune of driving…
Ring in the new year with Corinth Baptist Church
Halie Wetherington reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com On Sunday, Dec. 31, Corinth Baptist Church will be host to a New Year’s Eve Fest to celebrate the transition into 2024. This event will be filled with singing,…
A Festival of Lessons and Carols to be presented
Linda Poplin Contributor A Festival of Lessons and Carols will be presented at Covenant First Presbyterian Church, located at 421 White Ave., in Live Oak, at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Dec 17….