The Shadow
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An Easter Sunrise service will be held on April 5 at 7:00 AM at First Christian Church in Covington, celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead and His Lordship over the church worldwide.
The service will feature songs, scriptures, a resurrection message and the Lord’s Supper.
A full breakfast will follow the service in the Family Life center of the church.
First Christian Church is located at 231 E. Fudge Street in Covington with plenty of parking in the rear. All are welcome to attend
The regular 10:30 AM service will follow in the sanctuary and the 11:00 AM Contemporary Worship service will also be held in the Family Life center led by Tristan Brown.
Bill Gilliland is minister of the church and Jessica Freeman is youth director.
