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The Figaro Unbound series includes additional theater works and activities Feb. 7-April 12. Houston Grand Opera puts a new spin on Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol , premiering Dec. 5. Simon Callow, best known as an actor in such movies as Amadeus and A Room With a View, directs an operatic version of the beloved story; he wrote the libretto as well.

‘Unhealthy, fear driven’: Mars Hill Church worship director quits - Strange Bedfellows — Politics News

It has become clear to us over the last month, however, that we will no longer be able to continue forward in good conscience under the current structure and ministry culture, wrote Adam Ramsey. Kensrue was one of nine pastors who wrote last week to the churchs board of elders, saying the mega-church has brought problems down on itself by continued lack of transparency and not seeking the truth. They recommended that controversial Senior Pastor Mark Driscoll remove himself from the pulpit and administration, and submit to a restoration process. The letter was not well received by a newly reconstituted board, which issued its own were-taking-care-of-things missive. With Kensrues resignation, four of the nine have resigned or been relieved of their positions, Warren Throckmorton reported Wednesday on the Patheos website. While the nine signers of the letter that was leaked last week have been met with gratefulness and an outpouring of prayer from the people of Mars Hill, Kensrue wrote, internally we have been dismissed and defamed as immature among other epithets. We have been blamed for creating problems we did not create, but only exposed. Kensrue, in the band Thrice, was worship leader at Mars Hill Orange County in California. He came north in 2012 to direct music for the church.

Despite its lower roofline, the more substantial footprint and lower seat position enhance interior dimensions, allowing five adults to travel in comfort. Compared with the previous model, front-seat occupants enjoy 33 mm greater headroom (1038 mm), more legroom (+24 mm to 1098 mm), a 6 mm increase in the hip room (1301 mm) and 15 mm more shoulder space (1365 mm). In the rear of the cabin, headroom of 978 mm, legroom of 794 mm and shoulder room of 1350 mm allow three adults to be seated in comfort. Additional legroom was created in the front by raising the height of the dashboard and moving the glovebox and surrounding components forward - made possible due to the longer hood. Cargo capacity has also been enhanced, making the vehicle one of the most accommodating in the segment.

is especially excited; they have both wanted this for a while." Is there something in the "Today" show's water? Another one of the morning TV program's hosts, Carson Daly, is awaiting a baby. Daly announced on March 24 that he and his fiancee, Siri Pinter, are expecting their third child. They're also parents to Jackson James, 5, and Etta, 18 months. Alyssa Milano and her husband, David Bugliari, are making room for baby No.

The documentary is an intimate portrait of Dennis Jernigan and shares the story of his lifelong struggle with homosexuality and the deliverance he found through Jesus Christ. It is available to stream for free through September 30 at www.singovermemovie.com/#!watch/c22pg . For more information on "Sing Over Me," please visit www.singovermemovie.com . ABOUT DENNIS JERNIGAN-- He has penned hundreds of worships songs including well-known choruses such as "You Are My All in All," "We Will Worship the Lamb of Glory" and "Nobody Fills My Heart Like Jesus" and has collaborated with artists such as Twila Paris, Natalie Grant, and Rebecca St.

They revealed on Twitter that they're anticipating a baby boy. Tila Tequila surprised her fans on April 18 with an announcement: She's pregnant! The former reality star displayed her growing baby bump on Facebook , revealing to her fans that she's 10 weeks along. "I just couldn't hold it in any longer," the mom-to-be captioned the photo. "(T)his brings me so much joy and happiness to know that there is a baby Tila on the way!" she said.

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John Harris Gilliam and his wife, Molly Kirklin, had nine children, including Malinda, Martha Caty, William, Sarah, Alfred William, Benjamin Franklin, Minerva, and James Bly. All descendants are encouraged to attend. Bring a covered dish lunch and come meet your relatives. Also bring any pictures, family genealogy, family stories, and anything else related to the family history that you would like to share.

Next year, Bismarck will see an increase in high school enrollment from students moving up from middle school in time for Legacy High School to open. Legacy will hold 1,300 students. Bismarck and Century high schools have enrollments of more than 1,400 students. Shiloh Christian School also has seen an increase in enrollment this year.

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The 2014 festival times are Friday from 6-11 p.m. with music provided by Spare Change and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. with music provided by the Mighty Saints of Soul from 7-11 p.m. The 2nd Annual Garden Spot Festival Cornhole Tournament will be held Saturday morning from 11 a.m.

Christian Bale and his wife, Sibi, are pretty private, but according to People magazine , the couple are expecting their second child nine years after the arrival of their first. It's been a while since we caught up with Jenna Fischer from "The Office," and it turns out she's expecting her second child! According to People magazine , the actress and her husband, Lee Kirk, are awaiting a new arrival this summer. They're already parents to 2-year-old Weston Lee. Fall Out Boy's Pete Wentz will soon be a dad again.

Father Albert Hauser officiated. Sheryl Burger sang the hymns for the Mass, How Great Thou Art, Prayer of St. Francis, Oh Lord, Im Not Worthy, and Song of Farewell, accompanied by Brenda Helmerichs on the organ. The pallbearers were her grandsons, Brian Salts, Nathan Stock, Travis Hardin, Tyler Stock, Alex Scheideler, Adam Schuster, Chad Beckmann, Nate Schmidt and Kyle Rankin. Burial was at the Summerfield Cemetery.

Pass Christian church reaches out with Labor Day picnic - WLOX.com - The News for South Mississippi

Whether or not the church sponsors the picnic next year, Wicker said the spirit of outreach won't stop. "We do want to continue extending good will. And having these meet and greets and just give back to the community instead of saying we want something from you," he said. "We have much to give.

Matt Brumley, co-chair for the event, said, "When we started planning Amplify a couple of years ago, our thought was to put on a Christian music festival that was unlike anything in Arkansas or surrounding states. The response we have received, not just from those in our community but from around the country, has been amazing. "When people find out this event is free, they just can't believe it. We would not be able to do any of this without the support of our sponsors, who are investing in Amplify because they truly believe in the vision and mission of this event." Guests attending the festival are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets or tarps, sunscreen, extra cash for drinks, food and shopping as well as all of their friends. Video cameras, pets, ice chests or coolers and outside food and drinks will not be allowed in the festival.

In response to FFRFs letter, earlier this month, district attorney Diego Rodriguez sent out a memo to the superintendent and others, advising thatit is unlawful for Lamphere or others to serve as chaplain. Having a team chaplain is not permitted as it is an unconstitutional endorsement of religion, he wrote. Rodriguez also stated that coaches and others may not lead students in prayer, and that Scriptures could not beutilized on apparel designed by school staff. Connect with Christian News Follow @4christiannews Pursuant to established federal cases which this office has no authority to overturn and must abide by, teachers, coaches and other school personnel cannot lead or participate in prayer with students, he said.

Photo: Christian Abraham | Buy this photo Sam Williams, of Big Sam's Funky Nation, performs at the 7th Annual... The 7th Annual Blues Views and BBQ Festival at the Levitt Pavillion in Westport, Conn. on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2014. Photo: Christian Abraham | Buy this photo The 7th Annual Blues Views and BBQ Festival at the Levitt Pavillion...