Churches to host Community Christmas celebration

By Stephen Jones
sjones@casscountynow.com

During these past few months, people have been separated by politics and policies, but leaders at Enon Baptist Church and First Baptist Church of Atlanta are striving to bring the community together this holiday season by hosting a Community Christmas Celebration.
Dale Perkins, FBC Atlanta’s music minister, and Pastor A.C. Williams of Enon Baptist Church have been working closely together in planning the two-night event scheduled for Dec. 17-18.
“This is all about celebrating unity and fellowship with each other while also celebrating the birth of the Christ Child,” Perkins said.
With the focus being on bringing the community together, various city leaders are expected to speak on how proud they are to serve in this community, and Perkins feels this same kind of pride, “I have spent 21 years in this community and I am very grateful to live there.”
Perhaps the most exciting part of the festivities will be the performances by choirs from various churches and denominations in the community, and the night will conclude with all choirs coming together for one spectacular finale.
There will be no political or denominational lines drawn during this celebration. “We invite all churches from all denominations to come out and celebrate with us,” Perkins said, “The celebration is meant to be both entertaining and encouraging.”
The event will take place at Enon Baptist Church on Dec. 17 and will then continue at FBC Atlanta on Dec. 18.  Enon Baptist Church is located at 510 Howe St, and FBC Atlanta can be found at 306 Baker St.
The starting time will be at 6:30 p.m. on both nights and admission will be free of charge. Potential visitors are encouraged to come early, for the last celebration packed the churches rather quickly.