The Greater Louisiana Baptist State Convention gathered in Monroe this week for its annual session, drawing pastors, members, and youth from across the state for a time of worship, training, and community service. The convention, led by its president, Rev.…
A spirit of praise and gratitude filled the sanctuary at Turning Point Ministries Church of God in Christ on Sunday as members, guests, and community leaders gathered to celebrate two remarkable milestones: the church’s 14th Anniversary and the occasion of…
In a moment that stunned and stirred his congregation, Rev. Vance Price announced his recent marriage to Janay Powell during Sunday’s worship service, saying he did so to maintain trust and transparency with his church family. “Most of you have…
After 43 years of dedicated service, Rev. Clarence Jackson has retired as pastor of the historic Riverside Baptist Church. The congregation honored Rev. Jackson and his wife with a combined pastor’s anniversary and retirement program on Sunday, celebrating his profound…
A packed house showed up Sunday for the grand re-opening of the edifice of the Mt. Olive Baptist Church. The new edifice seats 350. This is the third time the congregation has built an edifice under Pastor Oliver Billups, Jr.…
One of Monroe’s most historic and beloved sanctuaries will once again open its doors, marking a triumphant chapter in the life of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church and its unwavering congregation. The grand reopening ceremony, scheduled for Sunday, January 19, 2025,…
Last week, Calvary Baptist Church, a beacon of both spiritual and social activism, celebrated its 76th anniversary. Despite its humble beginnings, the church’s impact on the spiritual, economic, and political landscape of Ouachita Parish has been profound and far-reaching. Founded…
