LifeWay opening 17 new stores across U.S.

Over a two-week period, LifeWay Christian Stores is opening 17 new stores in seven states — the result of acquiring Berean Christian Stores with locations primarily in California, Arizona and the Midwest. Thom S. Rainer, president of LifeWay Christian Resources, the parent company of LifeWay Christian Stores, said the acquisition is a tremendous opportunity to serve more customers in new…