A tall, sculpted bass-relief Tree of Life mural is a new feature behind the dais and altar at Dayspring Church in Spring Hill. The striking piece of art was created recently by the De Rosas, members of the church who own a concrete finishing business. They also installed a magnificent sanctuary floor and entry that looks like polished ancient Roman slate tiles. The acoustical changes are remarkable. As a result, you can hear a prayer whispered... ...more

March 28, 2009

Question: Why is it important for individuals and families to be active in a faith community? ...more

March 21, 2009

You don't have to travel far to catch exciting worshipful music inspiration and quality musicianship. Two outstanding concerts merit your attention at local churches in a few days, and this sampler notes some fine inspiring faith community music opportunities for 2009. ...more

January 31, 2009

A Muslim scholar chosen to speak at President-elect Barack Obama's inaugural prayer service Wednesday is the leader of a group that federal prosecutors say has ties to terrorists. ...more

January 17, 2009

There is a high number of young families and children and youth attending the many services and ministries at Spring Lake United Methodist Church. Men of the church collectively represent father figures to all in this busy, faith community. ...more

June 14, 2008

SEBRING — On Friday, at Florida Hospital Heartland Division, about 200 attendees prayed that no disasters hit the county – but just in case – those representatives from 67 churches and several local agencies should be better prepared. ...more

May 2, 2008

If you remember when Chevrolet used the word "heartbeat" in its ads, a similar expression is appropriate for Community Bible Church, according to its senior pastor Carl Brown. ...more

February 9, 2008

Since December 2005, I have had the pleasure of interviewing more than 100 Plant City area pastors and community leaders for my question and answer columns. ...more

February 2, 2008