Tag Archives: Life Church

A new church coming to White County later this month to serve those without a spiritual home. Lead Pastor Chris Howard said White County’s new HOME Church will meet at White County High School every Sunday starting February 25. He said the non-denominational congregation will focus on escaping the past, embracing the future, and encouraging others. “If you’re new to ... Read More »

A Cookeville man continuing his work with Toys for Tots after 12 years of providing Christmas gifts to families in need. Freddy Duncan and Sons Moving and Storage Owner Freddy Duncan partnering with Life Church. Duncan said last year, over 2,000 children received toys. “When you are there on the day you are giving those presents out and you see ... Read More »

Putnam County Sheriff’s Department hosting a de-escalation training at Life Church this Saturday. Sheriff Eddie Farris said several churches in the county approached his department asking for advice on the topic. He said preparation is key in emergency events. “How do we make sure we get the EMS in and out in the proper way, that’s just one small thing ... Read More »

Three local non-profits each received a $35,000 donation from Cookeville’s Life Church Friday. The contribution comes from the collection at the Easter Services that Duck Dynasty’s Phil Robertson spoke at. Associate Pastor Bob Sotis said over 10,000 people attended over the two days. “I got to bless Cookeville Rescue Mission and Tammy over there at Mustard Seed Ranch and they ... Read More »

Duck Commander Founder and Duck Dynasty Star Phil Robertson will be coming to Cookeville Easter weekend as a Life Church special speaker. Cookeville Pastor Bob Sotis said Robertson will speak Saturday and Sunday at the Hooper Eblen Center. “It was kind of a goal of ours back when COVID started to attract people back to the church house,” Sotis said. ... Read More »

Live In Livingston is returning to Central Park this Saturday with Jake Hoot. Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Shannon Cantrell said anticipation was building for the event’s return. Cantrell said planning has gone on for weeks because of Jake Hoot’s popularity in the area. “We are so excited to bring Live In Livingston back to everyone,” Cantrell said. ... Read More »

Remote access medical clinics for dental needs could be on the way for Upper Cumberland residents. UCHRA is in the preliminary stages of a new partnership. Executive Director Mark Farley said the idea comes from a Life Church group called Doing Unto Others. “What they approached us about is seeing if they could secure a site in the Cookeville office ... Read More »

The first Upper Cumberland Habitat for Humanity home in Overton County is nearing construction. Executive Director Pam Ealey said walls will be built April 17 for the Thomas Road home. Ealey said it takes volunteers and community engagement to make this home a reality for the buyer. “All we’re doing is giving families an opportunity to change their lives,” Ealey ... Read More »

Overton County is in a state of emergency and trying to get enough generators to open multiple shelters. Four shelters in Livingston have opened at this time, but County Executive Danner said the county needs to get a shelter open in Rickman. Danner said his biggest concern are elder residents, with 2,000 to 3,000 residents expected to be without power ... Read More »

The Cookeville Rescue Mission now has a quarantine area for shelter residents potentially impacted by COVID-19. The new quarantine area can accommodate around 12 beds. It was built in the Johnstone Supply facility located adjacent to the shelter on South Jefferson Avenue. Cookeville’s Life Church constructed the area. “Initially, Bruce (Bailey), the director of the mission wanted enough beds to ... Read More »