Jimmy Carter's beloved Maranatha Baptist Church to host final farewell service
Former President Jimmy Carter taught Sunday school at a modest church in his hometown of Plains for more than 40 years. On Jan. 9, it will host a final farewell service for the former president.
Jimmy Carter returns to Plains, is honored at Maranatha Baptist Church before burial
Katie Tucker/The Telegraph Around 50 family and friends witnessed the last public display of honor for Carter when the motorcade arrived around 5 p.m. at Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains. They stood at the front of the vehicle procession as 21 F-18s with ...
Maranatha Baptist Church member and friend reflects on Jimmy Carter’s lasting legacy
Former President Jimmy Carter’s longtime church, Maranatha Baptist, is preparing to bid farewell to the hometown hero. WSAV spoke with church leaders about how the small congregation is preparing a service on the world stage.
Maranatha Baptist Church members gather for first service after former Pres. Jimmy Carter’s death
Right now, our hearts are heavy around here,” said Kim Fuller, who took over Sunday School lessons for her uncle. “They are heavy across the world.”
Order of final service for Jimmy Carter at his home church
Among the invited guests to the private service include Carter's family, members of the Maranatha Baptist Church and Plains-area family and friends of the Carter's.
From Plains to the Presidency, Jimmy Carter Remembered at National Funeral
Held at the Washington National Cathedral, the service included the hymns “Come Thou Almighty King,” “Amazing Grace,” and “Be Still My Soul.” The choir also sang “Eternal Father, Strong to Save, ” also known as the “The Navy Hymn,” in honor of Carter’s service in the Navy.
Pastor Tony Lowden eulogy for Jimmy Carter's funeral
Former President Jimmy Carter's longtime personal pastor Tony Lowden delivered a passionate and emotional eulogy honoring the late president during a service at Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains, Georgia.
Jimmy Carter's casket enters Maranatha Baptist Church for a final time
President Carter has been memorialized throughout the week, with observances that began in Atlanta last weekend and continued on to Washington, D.C.
New pastor at Jimmy Carter’s longtime church admits co-presiding over his funeral is ‘overwhelming’
The church’s new pastor will be co-presiding over the funeral, even though she never met the former president.
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Live updates: Jimmy Carter funeral service takes place at Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains, Georgia
Former President Jimmy Carter will be buried in his hometown after two funeral ceremonies in Washington, D.C. and Georgia.
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Remembering the life and legacy of a boy from Plains who became President of the United States
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Former President Jimmy Carter arrives in Plains, Georgia one last time
Jimmy Carter, the first former American president to live to 100, arrived back in his hometown of Plains, Georgia. Before the ...