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Blessing of the Waters celebrated along the Savannah River
7+ mon, 4+ week ago (319+ words) St. Mary Magdalene Orthodox Church holds event in Downtown Savannah Along the banks of the Savannah River where water has shaped the history and life of this city for centuries, an ancient tradition recently took place. "With it being Theophany…...
From prayer to freedom: Savannah voices reflect on the meaning of Juneteenth
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (357+ words) First African Baptist Church is preparing to travel to Galveston, Texas, as local voices reflect on Freedom’s Eve, faith and the ongoing story of freedom. Juneteenth is often marked by celebration, but its history is also rooted in waiting, prayer…...
South Georgia church becomes evacuation shelter, lifeline amid destructive wildfires
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (261+ words) “This is actually worse than a hurricane." As wildfires continue burning across South Georgia, residents in parts of Brantley County are evacuating, and local churches are helping families forced to leave their homes. At Little Memorial Baptist Church, leaders said…...
Evangelist Will Graham to bring outdoor prayer event to Savannah’s Forsyth Park
2+ week, 3+ day ago (294+ words) Evangelist Will Graham will bring the “Declaration of Dependence Tour” to Savannah this fall for an outdoor gathering focused on prayer, music and a Christian message of hope. The free event is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 30 near the bandshell in…...
WF Neighbors Feeding Neighbors announces new chapter of growth
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (166+ words) WF Neighbors Feeding Neighbors Inc., a faith-based nonprofit serving Coastal Georgia, is entering a new season of growth as it continues its mission to fight hunger and support families in need. As the need for services continues to grow, the…...
Church helps Savannah fire victims get back on their feet
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (269+ words) A Savannah church is giving back to residents displaced by a fire that damaged multiple units at Georgetown Oaks Three weeks after a massive apartment fire damaged 22 of 24 units at the Georgetown Oaks Apartment Complex on Savannah’s South Side, a…...
Savannah’s Jewish community begins Passover with focus on safety amid global tensions
5+ mon, 1+ week ago (265+ words) Jewish families in Savannah began observing Passover Wednesday, a holiday that commemorates the Israelites’ exodus from slavery in Egypt, amid rising tensions in the Middle East. Many families gathered for the first Seder, a ceremonial meal that retells the story…...
Watch: Pope Leo spins basketball on finger with help from Harlem Globetrotters
5+ mon, 3+ day ago (140+ words) Pope Leo XIV connected with his American roots with a visit from the Harlem Globetrotters. The Chicago-born pontiff welcomed the world-famous exhibition basketball team at St. Peter's Square on Wednesday. Pope Leo was spotted attempting one of the Globetrotters' iconic…...
Former Benedictine Military School teacher goes viral for blessing Steelers' field with holy water
8+ mon, 1+ week ago (245+ words) Fr. Maximilian Maxwell blessed field prior to Pittsburgh's victory of Baltimore Did a little divine intervention help the Pittsburgh Steelers capture the AFC North title? Prior to Sunday night's game between the Steelers and Baltimore Ravens at Acrisure Stadium in…...
VIDEO: Pope Leo does '6-7' hand motion for group of young Catholics at the Vatican
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (95+ words) Pope Leo XIV was seen on video over the weekend making the "6-7" hand motion, a viral trend that originated from a rap song. See video of the interaction in the player above. Leo was interacting with a group of children…...