Kingdom Metropolitan Worship Centre in Columbus, a nondenominational church, is sponsoring the 4th Annual City-Wide Easter Resurrection Service at 11 a.m. Sunday at the Columbus Civic Center, 400 Fourth St. Doors open at 10 a.m.
It’s among the many services and events being held over the weekend, culminating with Easter, the celebration of Jesus’ resurrection from the dead.
“We know that people will be touched like never before this year,” said Bishop Marshall McGill, pastor of Kingdom Metropolitan on Airport Thruway. “We’ve been anticipating this service for months, and it’s finally here. We are expecting life-changing experiences to include healing, restoration and a refreshing of mind, soul, and spirit.”
Guests include Steve Brock, a pastor and soloist featured in global “miracle crusades” with Pastor Benny Hinn — one of the world’s most financially successful faith healers. Brock is based in Atlanta, operating Steve Brock Ministries.
Gospel singer Micah Stampley will also help lead worship.
Additional Easter services and special events in the area include:
Asbury United Methodist Church: 2312 Ellen Ave. Easter sunrise service, 7 a.m. Jointly sponsored by Benning Hills Baptist, Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic, Southside Baptist and Victory Drive Church of God. A breakfast follows at 8 a.m. Cost is a suggested donation of $5 for adults, $3 for teens and $1 for kids.
St. John AME Church: 3980 Steam Mill Road. Early morning worship at 7 a.m. Sunday; 8:15 a.m. breakfast; 9:15 a.m. Pastor’s Circle with the Rev. Debora Grant; 10:50 a.m. Praise Celebration; and 11 a.m. worship featuring the Children’s Ministry in an Easter presentation.
First United Methodist Church: 1600 Sandfort Road, Phenix City. A butterfly release will be part of the 11 a.m. service Sunday. 334-298-7651.
Mt. Olive Baptist Church: 5435 Hwy 315, Fortson, Ga. Combined Easter sunrise service, 7 a.m. Sunday.
Sermon by the Rev. Brad Parker, pastor of Hunter Road Baptist Church, Cataula. Churches include Antioch, Hunter Road and Mt. Olive.
Lake Heath Park: 7 a.m. sunrise service Sunday. Participating churches: St. Andrews Presbyterian (PCA); Britt David Baptist; Morningside Presbyterian (PCUSA); Striplin Terrace United Methodist; St. Peter United Methodist; and Central Christian Church. Rain location: Striplin Terrace United Methodist Church, 4170 Striplin Terrace Drive, off Miller Road. Call 706-565-5543.
Liberty Baptist: 934 Valley Forge Road. Easter egg hunt for all ages 11:30 a.m. today. Easter musical, “My Redeemer Lives” at 11 a.m. Sunday. 706-689-1441.
Friendship Baptist Church: 101 Friendship St., Hamilton. Sunrise service at 7 a.m. and worship at 11 a.m. 706-628-5027.
Mother Mary and St. Patrick’s Catholic Churches in Phenix City: Easter sunrise service, 7 a.m. at the Phenix City amphitheater, with baptism in the Chattahoochee River. 334-298-9025.
Midway United Methodist Church: 4442 Buena Vista Road. Easter musical celebration, “Amazing Grace,” at 11 a.m. Sunday. Goody bags will be given to children, while supplies last. 706-561-1230.
Mt. Zion United Methodist Church: 2626 Lee Road 243, Smiths Station, Ala. Prayer vigil 6 a.m.-6 p.m. today (30-minute time slots available). A custom car show is 8 a.m.-2 p.m. today; midday prayer service at noon today. 334-298-4337.
Grant Chapel AME Church: 511 20th Ave. Combined Easter sunrise service, 6:30 a.m. In addition to Grant Chapel, St. Paul and Peters Chapel AME churches are participating. The Rev. James Alexander of St. Paul will preach, and the St. Paul choir will sing. Call 706-682-1770
Easter at Lakebottom: Sponsored by Calvary Chapel, 11 a.m. Sunday at the band shell, Lakebottom Park.
Includes program for children. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. 706-649-3965.
St. Thomas Episcopal Church: 2100 Hilton Ave. 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Sunday. (Second service features St. Thomas choir, brass and tympani). 706-324-4264.
The Church of Columbus: 2001 Double Churches Road. Easter service and balloon launch, beginning with launch at 10 a.m. Sunday. 706-571-0919.
St. Anne Catholic Church: 2000 Kay Circle. Easter egg hunt, 12:30 p.m. Sunday. Children will be divided into four age groups. Bring an Easter basket. 706-561-8678.
Community Easter egg hunt: North Highland Assembly of God, 7775 Whittlesey Blvd. 18,000 eggs will contain prizes. 12:30-1 p.m. Sunday. Infants through college students will be divided into groups. 706-561-7777.
Christ the King Catholic Church, Pine Mountain: 6721 Ga. 354. Easter Vigil Mass at 8 p.m. today; and Mass and Resurrection of the Lord at 10:30 a.m. Sunday. 706-663-0090.
East Columbus Family Life Center: 6001 Buena Vista Road. The Citywide Easter Musical is 6 p.m. today at the East Columbus Life Center. The guest musician and clinician is Dearick Milton Sr. of Atlanta. Guest choir director is Curtis Austin. Call 706-570-8825.
Allison Kennedy, 706-576-6237
