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Brown Bag, Green Book, Wednesday, December 2
Shiell discusses ShellBrown Bag, Green BookWednesday December 212:00 noonEast Tennessee History CenterI'll be leading a discussion of the book Cheap: The High Cost of Discount Cul

Advent Neighbors
“Honey, call the neighbors. I think there is someone outside.” The best kinds of neighbors are those who make it their business to help protect your business. If you’ve ever witnessed suspicious activity next door, you appreciate the heads up, the warning, the watchful eye, the safety and comfort of friends. But

6 Ways to Change a Life This Season
Before you make your shopping list, compose a serving list. Need ideas? Here are six of my favorites. 1.) Drop a coin in the kettle. Salavation Army's goal is $400,000. That just about $1 from every person in East Tennessee. We can do this. 2.) Serve at the Christmas Brunch. First Baptist sponsors an annual Christmas brunch for the working poor, homeless, Latinos, South Knox families, and many more on Dec. 12 from 9-12 noon. Each person gets a free family portrait from Lisle Newlon studios, blanket, sweatshirt, a hot meal, and lots of love. Sign up here. 3.) Adopt a family at South

Treasure found- Op-Ed In Sunday's News-Sentinel
This article will appear in the Knoxville News-Sentinel's Community Columnist section Sunday, November 22. My dad left one treasure for me to find after he died. Without a map for guidance, I needed providence and social media on my journey to discovery.My father’s life was not scripted for a bookstore’s family section. After attending the University of Florida, his world, including his relationships, turned upside down. In the late 1950's, he and his wife Hilda had a son, David. After a few years, they divorced. My dad lost contact with

First Baptist and the Next Door Launch Women's Prison Ministry
Starting December 2009, First Baptist welcomes The Next Door to begin using office space in our building. The Next Door is a ministry with women coming out of prison that was was started by