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Ben Hayes is the new pastor of First Church, Dadeville. He previously served as pastor of Southside Church, Decatur. Hayes holds a bachelor’s degree from Mobile College (now University of Mobile) and a master’s degree and doctorate from New Orleans Seminary. His first Sunday is Feb. 11. He and his wife, Sonya, have two daughters and three grandchildren.
Christmas time is here … almost. What are you doing to lead your church or small group/Bible study to maximize the Christmas season? Will we have just another Christmas, or are we intentionally and strategically planning for gospel impact?
“Following [Christ’s] example, we must also replenish ourselves through solitude, prayer, rest and reflection to avoid burnout. Self-care, far from being selfish, is a vital part of sustaining our ability to give generously and joyfully.”
“At the risk of being overly simplistic, two primary reasons reveal why God prioritizes a heart of thanksgiving,” writes pastor Adam Dooley.
Spending on Alabama’s K-12 students went up across the board, according to spending data released by the Alabama Department of Education.
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