Billory Baptist Church in Holley has a longstanding history of missions, including starting several area churches and hosting local food and prison ministries. However, their congregation’s work doesn’t end there. The church, led by Pastor Doug Gilmore, reaches across borders to spread and show God’s love through international mission work.
HOLIDAY — Authorities in Pasco County say a 54-year-old man held down his 80-year-old girlfriend and tried to “exorcise her and the get the devil out of her.”
Kirk Cameron practices what he preaches. The former child star came to Crestview last Saturday along with musician Warren Barfield for a “Love Worth Fighting For” event held at Central Baptist Church. The events are designed to strengthen and encourage marriages.
A dynamic group of strong men are coming to share a strong message of faith with families at Hurlburt Air Force Base’s Family Day on October 4. The Strength Team travels the world each year, performing tremendous acts of strength in an effort capture the attention of audiences in hopes of inspiring others with an encouraging message.
Billory Baptist Church had a very meager beginning back in 1891 when Rev. J.E. Holley, who was from Crestview, would preach each Saturday night and Sunday morning in a small school building. Holley, namesake of the community in which the church has stood for over 122 years, would also preach one Sunday night per month.
At least 20 brave Navarre residents will say goodbye to their hair on September 8 at a head-shaving event for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation at Tommy’s New Orleans Sno Balls. So far, 10 men and three women, including event organizer Pamela Petrone, have signed up to shave their hair to raise money for childhood cancer research.
Navarre Park is located on land donated by Guy Wyman, who is affectionately known as the founder of Navarre. Though some residents are familiar with his name, many might not be aware of the intriguing history of Wyman’s life, which was plagued by scandal and tragedy.
A new Habitat for Humanity house is being built in Midway with the help of volunteers from Saint Sylvester Catholic Church. Last Thursday, about 15 volunteers got started on the frame for the house.
Gulf Breeze resident Frank Spellman might be approaching 91 years-old, but he’s still in great shape and has a great mindset and strong faith – which he credits as a major factor in his accomplishments and successes.
HURLBURT FIELD — Members of the Hurlburt Field Chapel community, the Special Operations Youth and the Holy Spirit Catholic youth groups took time to reach out, make repairs and help improve facilities on base and in the local community during their annual mission trip last month.
