Westside Baptist Church

Westside Baptist Church will have its fifth Sunday gospel celebration at 6 p.m. April 30. The celebration service will feature the McKissack family from Groveton. Jeremy McKissack is the former pianist for First Baptist Church, Corsicana. He now teaches school, along with his wife Lynell, for Groveton Independent School District. Both have been instructors for several years in the Texas Southern Gospel School of Music.

Special guest will be Pauline Thompson, former longtime resident and teacher in Corsicana.

A fellowship will follow the gospel music program. The public is cordially invited to attend. Westside Baptist Church is located at 1522 N. 24th St. Interim pastor is the Rev. B.F. Risinger.



St. Hill COGIC

St. Hill Church of God in Christ, Butler community, located at 519 County Road 360, Fairfield, where Elder Anthony Taylor is pastor, will have “Gospel Concert II” at 7 p.m. May 5. Appearing for the first time together, live and in concert, will be Debra Gibson, Minister Gertrude Richardson and Pastor P.A. Rischer. Admission will be free.

Gibson is a gospel artist, singer and songwriter with two recordings to her credit, “No Greater Love” and “Momma’s Love.” She has opened up for various artists including The Mighty Clouds of Joy, saxophonist Vernard Johnson, Texaz Boys of Dallas, and the late Willie Neal Johnson. She is a member of Simpson Chapel Baptist Church in Tadmore.

Richardson is a gospel artist with one recording to her credit, “Who Holds Tomorrow.” Her latest project is scheduled for release later this year. Richardson is the founder of Church of Grace Without Walls Ministries and is a member of Taylor’s Memorial COGIC in Corsicana.

Completing this anointed trio is gospel singer and preacher, P.A. Rischer, who is the pastor of Faith Temple Ministries in Fairfield. Rischer hosts a talk show, “Live with Pastor P,” which is seen on cable television in the Palestine area.



Bethel AME Church

The Dennis Johnson Missionary Society of Bethel AME Church will observe this fifth Sunday as missionary day. Guest speaker for the 11 a.m. worship hour will be Brother Tim Betts.

Betts, an employee with the Texas Youth Commission for nine years, is a graduate of Navarro College with an associate’s degree and he attended Southwest Texas State University, where he studied history and political science. He is currently attending Texas A&M; University-Commerce and is working on his teacher certification. He has been married for three years to Tara Betts, and he was ordained as a deacon at the age of 17 at Olive Grove Baptist Church.

Kelly’s Temple COGIC

Kelly’s Temple Church of God in Christ will celebrate the fifth Sunday women’s day service April 30. Service will begin with Sunday school at 9 a.m. Worship will begin at 11:30 a.m. Speaker of the hour will be Missionary Cherilyn Moss. She is the wife of Deacon James E. Moss, and she is the mother of seven children and five grandchildren: Shamea, Demaka, Billy Jr., Kaiis and Cheldan. You are invited to come and hear this woman of God. She is a woman totally sold out to serve the Lord. The Lord has given her a word that the time is now to get in a hurry and serve the Lord for He is soon to come. First lady of Kelly’s Temple is Sister Ruthie N. Kelly, the pastor is Elder Billy J. Kelly and coordinator is Sister Melissa Brown.

Straight Way Missionary Baptist Church

Straight Way Missionary Baptist Church, 400 S. 15th St., will observe the deacon and deaconess annual at 3 p.m. Sunday.

Morning keynote speaker will be Sister L. Jefferson. She will be introduced by her husband, Minister R. Jefferson.

Master of ceremony for the 3 p.m. service will be Deacon G. Perry. The theme will be “We Are More Than Conquerors” from Romans 8:28. Greeting will be given by Deacon and Deaconess S. Daniels and occasion by Deacon P. West.

Guest will be Pilgrim Rest and Pastor G. Moore will bring the message for the hour. The 2006 deacons are P. West, G. Perry, A. Propes, S. Daniels, W. Lusk and C. Yancy and deaconesses are J. West, J. Perry, E. Propes, P. Daniels and O. Lusk. Pastor A.E. Smith and the deacons and deaconesses of the church invite the public to this blessed event.



The Word Church

The Word Church will sponsor a booth at Derrick Days April 29. The booth, which will be about “Angel Food,” will be in front of the Corsicana Public Library. “Angel Food” is top quality food bought fresh for only $25, but you get $75 to $85 worth of food, enough to feed a family of four an entire week.

For more information or to place an order, Pastor Bo Loftis invites you to stop by the booth. Cash, money orders and Lone Star cards will be accepted.

First Assembly of God Church in Dawson

First Assembly of God Church in Dawson will host this month’s fifth Sunday singing at 6 p.m. April 30. Special guest for this Sunday will be the Southern Joy quartet from Corsicana. Admission will be free.

Southern Joy began as a trio in Corsicana almost 10 years ago. That trio of Joe and Rudy Lopez, along with Elton A. Raney were joined by bass singer Paul Furguson in 2000. Since their inception, they have blessed many congregations and special gatherings with their anointed and talented music.

In addition to their local ministry for various churches and events, they have also performed on radio and in concerts with other artists such as Ivan Parker and the Melody Boys. They were nominated for the Inspirational Group of the Year by the Coast to Coast Country Music Association.

The Assembly of God Church is located on State Highway 31 in Dawson. Pastor Jimmie Capehart invites you to join in fellowship and worship this Sunday and every Sunday. Sunday school is at 10 a.m. followed by worship at 10:50 a.m. and worship at 6 p.m.

Nursing home services are held the third Sunday of every month at Oakview Healthcare Residence in Hubbard.

Sixth Avenue Baptist Church

The Reaching Out to You Ministry of Sixth Avenue Baptist Church, 125 S. Fifth St., where Overseer/Bishop K.D. Davis Sr. is pastor and the Rev. H.P. Williams is associate pastor, invites everyone to be a part of the early service at 8 a.m. April 30. You are also invited to come and go with Sixth Avenue Baptist Church members as they travel to First Mount Zion Baptist Church in Cleburne for its annual matron day at 10:30 a.m. Bishop Davis will bring the message. Come help praise the name of the Lord. For more information, call (903) 874-4873.



Petty’s Chapel Baptist Church

Pastor Sonny Buie and members of Petty’s Chapel Baptist Church, 1300 Farm-to-Market Road 3041, Corsicana, invite you to come and worship this Sunday. This Sunday’s service will include a fifth Sunday sing with special guests The Old Country Gospel Band and David Span. Service will begin at 8:30 a.m. followed by Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. During the week, Bible study/prayer meeting and youth activities will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday followed by choir practice at 7:30 p.m. If you are looking for a church home where Christian love and fellowship are important, then come to PCBC. For more information, visit the Web site at www.pettyschapel.org.



First Baptist Church of Dawson

First Baptist Church of Dawson will sponsor the “One Mission, One Voice” fund-raiser, which will be held April 29 at Dawson Hardware. Barbecue sandwiches will be sold and can also be purchased by the pound. Proceeds will help fund the mission trip to Ecuador May 31 to June 10. For more information, call (254) 578-1379.



Frost United Methodist Church

Frost United Methodist Church will have a revival at 6 p.m. May 7 and at 7 p.m. May 8-9 featuring the Rev. David Mosser, senior pastor of First United Methodist Church of Arlington. Don’t miss this chance to hear the gospel preached.



Greater Renfro Memorial

Greater Renfro Memorial women will be in action at 9:45 a.m. April 30. The theme will be “(Brightening Up) Someone Else’s Day.” The speakers will be Sister Barbara Kelly and Sister Mary Keith. Songs of praise will be by the gospel choir, youth choir and women’s choir. Come looking for your blessing. Women’s supervisor is Missionary Mary Dixon, president is Sister B. Kelly, first lady is Sister Marylyn Lewis pastor is Elder William Lewis Jr.



Calvary Full Gospel Baptist Church

Calvary Full Gospel Baptist Church, 308 E. 11th Ave., will have “Fifth Sunday Super Bowl” at 4 p.m. April 30. The theme will be “There is a Cause” from 1 Samuel 17:29. There is a cause for unity, prayer, praise and presentation of your bodies.

Touchdown passes will be thrown by the following quarterbacks: Ministers Carey and Alice Young, first quarter; Minister David and Omega Kelly, second quarter; Minister James and Sherry Smith, third quarter; and Pastor Erma J. Young, fourth quarter. Reserve your place in the end zone to receive a word. Everyone on God’s team will win.



Greater Wilgo Baptist Church

Everyone is invited to a musical extravaganza at Greater Wilgo Baptist Church, 621 E. First Ave., at 7 p.m. April 29. Special guest will be The Spiritual Disciples of Dallas featuring Minister Johnny Moss of Kerens. A.C. Faulk is host pastor. Everyone is invited.



Corsicana Ministerial Alliance

Corsicana Ministerial Alliance will meet at 1 p.m. May 3 at Lighthouse of Praise, 200 E. Collin St. All ministers in the area are invited to attend. For more information, call CMA president Dan Layne at (903) 872-7299.



Lighthouse of Praise

Several gospel music groups will be participating from 1 to 3 p.m. April 29 during Derrick Days at the stage across from Lighthouse of Praise, 200 E. Collin St. You are invited to come and enjoy Unity Heirs from Unity Baptist Church, Evangelist Gail Cogburn from Lighthouse of Praise, Elvin Sikes from Move Ministries and New Life Band with Robert Horvath.

Also, Cogburn will be ministering through word and song at 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. April 30 at Lighthouse of Praise. Everyone is invited. For more information, call (903) 872-7379.



Kerens Missionary Baptist Church

Kerens Missionary Baptist Church will celebrate its annual homecoming April 30. Sunday school will begin at 10 a.m. followed by the 11 a.m. sermon delivered by its pastor, Brother Dale Leggett. Everyone is welcome to stay for lunch and fellowship at noon, followed by a gospel singing at 2 p.m.

All former pastors and members are cordially invited as well as current members and visitors.

National Day of Prayer

National Day of Prayer will be observed May 4. Locally, the day will begin with a breakfast from 6:30 to 7:30 a.m. at First Baptist Church, 510 W. Collin St., Corsicana. Call (903) 872-7473 for reservations. A prayer service will be held at 12:15 p.m. on the south steps of the Navarro County Courthouse. In case of inclement weather, it will be held inside in the county courtroom. A prayer chain will be held from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on the courthouse square with area churches participating. Free refreshments will be provided for prayer-chain participants during the day by the Navarro County Dream Center.

Also, if you have personal prayer requests or needs, Pocket Park, 120 N. Beaton Street, will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. May 4. There will be someone there to pray with you and for you.

Preceding the National Day of Prayer, a prayer rally for youth will be held at 7 p.m. May 3 at the Baptist Student Center, 3245 W. Seventh Ave., across from Navarro College.

For more information, call Dan Layne at (903) 872-7299 or Lisa Godfrey at or (903) 874-7131.



First Baptist Church

“Seek the Truth,” a Christian response to “The DaVinci Code,” a sermon series by Dr. David Edwards, pastor of First Baptist Church, 510 W. Collin St., Corsicana, will be held at 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Sundays through May 7. Topics will be “Seek the Truth About the Bible,” April 30; and “Seek the Truth About Christianity,” May 7. All are welcome.



Roane Chapel Full Gospel Church

Roane Chapel Full Gospel Church, 100 S. Parham St., where H.L. Evans Sr. is pastor, will host fifth Sunday fellowship at 3 p.m. April 30. FSF president is Robert E. Lee Sr. Speaker will be Bishop Paul Jones, pastor of New Fellow Lane Church in Dallas. Guests will be Hill Star Missionary Baptist Church of Dallas, Pastor Henry Dunn; Garden Gethsemane of Praise of Garland, Pastor Bertha Rose; New Fellowship Church of Dallas, Pastor Charles Thomas; Lee Tabernacle Church of Corsicana, Pastor Howard Lee; and Chatfield Baptist Church of Chatfield, Pastor Robert Lee Sr. Everyone is invited.



Unity Baptist Church

Unity Baptist Church will present an old-time gospel singing at 7 p.m. April 28 at Kerens Garden Park. Unity Singing Heirs and other soloists will be singing. Bring your lawn chairs and come and hear God’s word in song and praise. For more information, call (903) 872-1962.

A women’s conference will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 5 at the church, located at 406 S. 34th St., Corsicana. There will be a light breakfast and lunch, singing, skits, fellowship and door prizes. Cost will be $10. If you need child care so you can attend the event, call (903) 872-2861.

You are also invited to regularly scheduled services: Sunday — Sunday school for all ages at 9:45 a.m., worship and children’s church at 11 a.m., Bible training classes at 5 p.m., and worship at 6 p.m.; Wednesday — prayer meeting at 7 p.m.; and King’s Kids Club meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.



St. Luke United Methodist Church

St. Luke United Methodist Church, 2308 Bowie Drive, would like to everyone to join in April 30 as the church welcomes its own Ryan Authier, seminary student at Texas Wesleyan University, as speaker. St. Luke’s pastor, the Rev. Bruce Carpenter, will return to the pulpit at the close of his vacation May 5.

Worship services begin at 10:50 a.m. Sundays and everyone is invited to join in for Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. with classes for all ages. Youth meet at 5 p.m. Sundays. St. Luke is a family-friendly church and would like you to become a part of the church family.



Community Baptist Church

Community Baptist Church, located on the corner of State Highway 31 and County Road SW3040, five miles west of Wal-Mart, invites you to services: Sunday — Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. and worship at 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m.; and Wednesday — Bible study and a potluck fellowship at 7 p.m. and also youth and children’s programs.

A revival will be held at 7 p.m. through April 30. Lemont Risener of Canton will be preaching.



Central United Methodist Church

Central United Methodist Church has its worship hour beginning at 9:30 a.m. Sundays followed by Sunday school at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Bruce Carpenter is pastor. On April 30, the Rev. Nancy Schusler will preach for Carpenter, who will be on vacation.



Men’s Community Prayer Breakfast

Men’s Community Prayer Breakfast will meet at 6:45 a.m. Wednesday in the Lone Star Room of the Walker Dining Hall on the Navarro College campus. This meeting is open to all men in the community. The main emphasis is prayer for the community with interceding for leaders, schools, institutions, government and churches in the community. For more information, call (903) 872-7299.