James H. Cagle Guest Columnist “Let us search and try our ways, and turn again to the Lord” (Lamentations 3:40 KJV). The prophet Jeremiah had been telling Israel that her ways were…
Category: Religion
News regarding religion in Hamilton, Lafayette and Suwannee counties.
A legacy of care and dignity: Charles T. Hall
Jason Futch [email protected] Charles Theodore Hall was a man whose name was synonymous with care and dignity in Suwannee County. He was one of the earliest Black funeral directors in Suwannee County,…
Reformation Faith OPC introduces new Presbyterian church to Suwannee
Christian Peterson [email protected] In a quiet corner of North Central Florida, a new congregation is joining the chorus of faithful worship. Reformation Faith OPC, a congregation of the Orthodox Presbyterian Church (OPC),…
Catholic Charities celebrate new year with new charity opportunity
Christian Peterson [email protected] Catholic Charities is always working behind the scenes to care for those most in need in the local community. One of its programs is specifically geared toward welcoming the new year while giving back. The program is called “Miles…
Apostolic Lighthouse Church of Live Oak to host Ladies Retreat
Christian Peterson [email protected] Winter is coming to an end, and with warmer weather beginning to return, many churches are preparing for their annual retreats. The Apostolic Lighthouse Church of Live Oak is no different, as it has scheduled its 2026 conference for…
African Missionary Baptist Church to celebrate 158th anniversary
Christian Peterson [email protected] Live Oak is a city with a lot of history, from its early days of settlement to its explosive growth as the center of railroad transit. Although the area…
Local food pantries help feed those in need
Danny Federico [email protected] Life happens and, sometimes, it gets hard to make ends meet. In times such as these, it helps to know many churches and organizations in the area have ministries…
First Methodist Church accomplishes another successful God’s Hidden Angels program
Christian Peterson [email protected] As the holiday season comes to an end, so do many of the programs held throughout Christmas. One of those programs is hosted by The First Methodist Church of…
Strengthening Community Church Coalition meeting to be held this month
Ady Hammock [email protected] All pastors and church leaders in the community are invited to attend a Community Church Coalition Meeting hosted by Pastor Corey J. King of St. Luke Freewill Baptist Church…
Read the Bible in a year
Rick Patrick [email protected] Many people set a goal to read the Bible in a year. Achieving this takes a significant commitment, requiring a person to read about three to four chapters a…
Riverlyn Odiorne receives early gift from Jesus
Mickey Starling [email protected] Five years ago, Adam and Haley Odiorne were doubly blessed as Haley gave birth to two vibrant twins, Baylor and Riverlyn. The joy of their arrival came with complications…
Angel: A new faith-based streaming platform with a mission
Bri Rodriguez [email protected] Angel is a streaming service from Angel Studios offering a curated library of movies, television shows, and documentaries, with family-friendly, faith-based content. The platform is part of a growing…
The Role of Missionaries in a Modern World
Carson Alford Contributor Some missionaries are surrounded by the tension of stress, constant challenges, and most often danger. When people think of a missionary, they often think of the far-traveling missionaries who…
The Greatest Gift
Andrea Deas Contributor As Christmas approaches, it’s a wonderful time to remember the most precious gift of all: salvation through Jesus, the Son of God. Isaiah 9:6-7 and Isaiah 53:4-6 beautifully share…
The interesting history behind the Twelve Days of Christmas
Rick Patrick [email protected] Among the many songs of the season that can be heard nonstop during this time of year is “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” Few songs have as rich a…
Christmas reflections with a touch of grace: There must be a tree
Mickey Starling [email protected] In Florida, getting in the Christmas spirit can be a little tricky. December may be the wearer of many meteorological hats. It can be as “hot as blue blazes,”…
McCall’s Chapel to hold Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Danny Federico [email protected] The community is invited to join McCall’s Chapel United Methodist Church at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24, for a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service. The event will include traditional…