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The members of New Zion AME Zion Church welcome their new pastor, Clifton Willis Edwards Jr., to the community on Sunday, Nov. 28, at 11 a.m.

Berkley High School will hold a reunion July 1-4 at the Holiday Inn with the theme “Meet My Offspring.” The chairperson is Leatha Utley Ferebee, who encourages everyone to bring children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

The community was saddened to learn of the passing of Grady Lyons on Thursday. His wife and family members are on the prayer list.

Birthday wishes go out this week to Wilbert Brown (Nov. 24), Crystal Granger (Nov. 27), Judy Jordan (Nov. 28) and Shawn McNeil (Nov. 29).

Diana Brown, Ola Chavis, Corenna Nealy, Gladys Core Giles, Irma Arnold and Martha Harris are all among the homebound. Connie L. Covington, Stella Gillispie, Eugene McRae, Alton “Jim” Smith, Leonard McMillan and Allen “Nutt” Smith are all in nursing homes.

—Lorine McCants

East Moore

Frye’s Chapel will hold regular worship services on the fourth Sunday with Pastor Elder Kent McMillan.

The Baptist Church in Vass held a pre-Thanksgiving service Sunday evening. Several churches came together for the service, and the Union Pines High School choir sang.

Oakridge AME Zion Church held regular worship service on Sunday with Elder Marsh as the host pastor.

Elder Larry C. Frye and Louise Frye were dinner guests at the home of Jeri McLeod last Wednesday evening. James E. Frye of Southern Pines visited his mother, Louise Frye, last Sunday.

Maggie McCrimmon and Katie Chisolm visited Kimina Chisolm dinner at her new home in Greensboro last Sunday. Kimina is continuing at A&I University in pursuit of her master’s degree in engineering.

On the prayer list are all the sick and shut-in.

—Louise Frye\

Eastwood

Gloria Person celebrated her birthday with her husband. Garron Monroe celebrated his birthday with his sister, Alexis. Leo Williams and LeAnn Kiniel were wed on Saturday. James and Elaine Jones will celebrate their wedding anniversary on Sunday.

Apostle Weekes and GLAD Ministries will travel to A New Beginning Ministries in Raeford on Friday, Nov. 26, at 7:30 p.m. Evangelist Mahalia Williams will preach at God’s Love in Action on Saturday, Nov. 27, at 7:30 p.m.

Birthday wishes go out to Mother Sadie Brewer (Nov. 22), Jeremy Williams (Nov. 26) and Candace Martin (Nov. 28).

Sick and shut-in are Lewis McLaughlin, Carol McLaughlin, Steve Coney, Anthony Thompson, Chester Thompson, Helen Reaves, Michael McLean, Ralph McLean, Larcenia Gibson, Shirley Dunlap, Rob Williams, Mamie Williams, Drissie McKinney, Joe Jackson, Joe McNeill, Leroy Alford Sr., Evelyn Clegg, Cornelia Adkins, Marcella Kearns and Alma Jones.

—Wilma Monroe

Little River

The community extends its sympathy to the Bush and Dull families on the death of Jim Bush who passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 23.

The funeral and burial services were held on Thursday with military honors at Mount Pleasant Church and cemetery.

Mount Pleasant Church will hold a Thanksgiving service today.

Annie Page spent two weeks in California and Oregon visiting relatives.

Mr. and Mrs. Tim Pilgrim honored their one-year-old granddaughter, Abigail English, with a birthday party for her first birthday on Sunday at their home.

Her grandfather, Tim Pilgrim, also celebrated his birthday on Sunday.

Mr. and Mrs. Dougald McFaydyen, Jane McInnis and her two sons spent a few days at Myrtle Beach last week.

—Ina Boggs

Hoffman

The Rev. McDougald will be the speaker for pre-Thanksgiving services today at Timmen-Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Marston.

Macedonia will host a Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday, Nov. 25, for everyone to fellowship with one another.

Fletcher’s Chapel will hold a Christmas party on Saturday, Dec. 18, at 6:30 p.m.

The community extends sympathy to the Lyons family on the passing of their family member.

Birthday wishes go out to Renita Kelly (Nov. 27) and Carolyn Hair (Nov. 29).

Sick and shut-in are Frank Smith, Eugene Martin, Willie McRae, Hilton Rogers, Eddie White, Willie M. Hailey, Ethel McKoy, Willie M. McRae, Lillie Morrison, Mattie Jones, Recie McRae, Nancy Ellerbe, Johnny King, Thelma McKoy, Wilson Hart, Mary Jemison, Ernest Collins and Nettie Guy.

—Bea Little

Lakeview

Refiner’s Fire will be holding intercessory prayer today at 7 p.m. Regular services are on Sundays at 11 a.m.

Pastor Hooker of St. John in Carthage will hold a missionary service on Sunday, Nov. 28, at 3 p.m. There will be a missionary and building fund program on Friday, Dec. 3, at 7 p.m. Jackie Brown is the sponsor for Bishop Willie Gilmore.

A pre-Christmas gospel singing will be held at Aberdeen Elementary School on Friday, Dec. 5, at 6 p.m.

Birthday wishes go out to Aishah Ismail (Nov. 20).

Martin McMillan extends sympathy and prayers to the Lyons family of Pinebluff.

On the prayer list are all the sick and shut-in, including Francis Person who is in recovery at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst.

—Shelby McMillan

Shawtown

Paul Ray called home to let his parents know when to expect him for Thanksgiving.

Bobby Lester called John and Irene Ray to check on them this weekend as always. He and his family are doing well.

Frances Ray and Irene Ray are doing better after bouts with cold.

Irene was unable to attend all of their recent pastor’s activities, but she did go to his banquet, which was held in the youth building of the church The members want to thank all who made it a success, a spokesman says.

Walter is out of the hospital and is more relaxed. He is staying awhile with his parents, John and Irene Ray.

Don’t forget about the Thanksgiving dinner to be hosted by Synagogue of Christ where Bishop Lynn Kiniel is pastor. The dinner will be held at the senior citizen’s building at Jackson Terrace in Carthage.

On the prayer list are James Tyson, Jimmy Buie and many others.

— Irene Ray

Vass

God’s House of Prayer Ministry would like to thank the Rev. Addie McCrimmon of King’s Chapel in Cameron for being the guest speaker Friday, Nov. 19, and the Oakridge A.M.E. Zion Church choir for performing.

The event was sponsored by Sister Carolyn Wilkins. The church family would also like to thank John Ross for visiting the worship service on Sunday, Nov. 21.

There will be a Thanksgiving dinner held on Thanksgiving Day at God’s House of Prayer Ministry. There will also be a Talent Show held on Sunday, Nov. 28, after Sunday school. The program will be sponsored by Deacon Freddie Kelly Sr.

Norma Finch and Otis Rogers visited with Carolyn Wilkins, Charlotte Simmons and Elijah Wilkins on Sunday, Nov. 21. Mike and Teresa Harris and their son, Isaiah, will be home visiting over the Thanksgiving holidays. They now make their home in Loganville, Ga.

On the prayer list are all the sick and shut-in.

—Anita Smith

Taylortown

A Thanksgiving “Come As You Are” prayer service will be held at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church on Wednesday (today) at 7:30 p.m.

The church pastor is Dr. Robert Martin, and the Rev. Rose Highland-Sharpe is the coordinator and prayer leader.

A “Feed the Hungry — Mind, Body and Soul” program will be held at Boler Park on Saturday, Nov. 27, from noon to 4 p.m. Free fish and chicken dinners will be provided. Galilee Missionary Baptist Church is the event sponsor.

For more information, contact Romel Lebby or the Rev. Rose Highland-Sharpe at 295-0013.

The Word of Truth Christian Center is planning a Christmas parade in Vass to be held Saturday, Dec. 18.

If you would like to participate, contact Frances Johnson at 295-4733.

A gospel concert will be held at Aberdeen Elementary School on Sunday, Dec. 5, at 5 p.m. Call Donnie Gaddy at 295-4423 for ticket information.

Members of the Pinecrest High School Air Force Junior ROTC and their parents will be selling raffle tickets in front of Lowe’s Foods on Wednesday (today), from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Prizes are donated by local businesses and include a cruise, cash, and a dinner. Proceeds benefit the scholarship fund. For more information, call 295-0013.

The community extends its congratulations to Whitney Alford and The Stepping Patriots of Omega Psi Rho for a successful presentation at a recent talent show. Whitney is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Alford.