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Historic Tour Sheds New Light on Area Churches by TALICIA SMITH Transportation and Local History Museum will host its Historic Church tour. The tour will take place from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m.; however, it sometimes extends to 12:30 p.m. The tour will visit First Presbyterian, Evans Metropolitan AME Zion, St. John's Episcopal, Hay Street Methodist and First Baptist. Each of these downtown churches are listed on the National Register of Historical places and are rich with the cultural and religious history of Fayetteville. The cost for the tour is $3 and you must preregister by Aug. 4 in order to attend. Participants will travel by bus for the tour, and some walking is involved. This is not your ordinary tour. "It is more than sparkly windows and pretty structures" states Heidi of refuge from hardship; a consecrated area. When I hear the word sanctuary peace floods my mind. I am reminded of quiet Sunday evenings and lazy Saturdays at the beach. Weddings, funerals and family gatherings come to mind as well. The traditional sanctuary, within the church, has been a refuge for many. It is a place that holds memories of joy and grief, hope and despair. On Aug. 6, the Fayetteville Area A sanctuary is a defined as a place haven't seen it in this way," Beazley explained. Although the tour is centered on the "If you think you have seen it, you churches, the various demographics that attend add a special flare, as many of them are able to share their own experiences because they have lived in the area, and in some cases attended services there and watched the churches grow and change over the years. Among the stops during the tour are the Market House, a site for early religious services. In times past there were no formal structures for religious services. The people would meet in the local market area. Traveling preachers would visit the area and people would gather together in the Market House to hear sermons and to worship together. Over time formal structures were built for these religious services. The tour's beautiful architecture, St. John's Episcopal Church in downtown Fayetteville was established in 1817. It is one of several churches in the downtown area. Beazley, the museum specialist. Her eyes light up as she begins to speak about the tour. "It's a dynamic experience, it's more than history. The tour paints the picture of religious development in the area," she said. You are able to see how religion developed here in Fayetteville. Some of the churches like First Presbyterian have been around since the 1800s. Every church on the tour has something unique to offer. by ERINN CRIDER the 2012 Historic Church tour is already half-way full. To register contact the Fayetteville Area Transportation an Local History rich history lesson and dynamic fellowship truly makes it remarkable. It is so remarkable in fact, that last year's tour had a waiting list of approximately 30 people. Currently Museum at 325 Franklin St. in downtown Fayetteville or call (910) 433-1457,1458 or 1944. Although preregistration is required, payment is not due until the day of the tour (no large bills please). Come and explore the religious structure and history behind these awesome sanctuaries. TALICIA SMITH, Contributing Writer. COMMENTS? Editor@ upandcomingweekly.com. Stuff the Bus! Benefits Area Children fl ooded with cries for help from distant nations. Mailboxes are crammed full with fl iers to save starving children or donate a cow to a village, and while it is a responsibility as a global community, particularly a wealthy and relatively stable country to assist our foreign brethren as much as possible, it is feared that this wave of pleas drowns out those problems closest to home. Children in our own towns and even neighborhoods have to face every day without the necessities they require to succeed. It is hard to complete assignments without the paper to write on nor the pencil to write with, and the schools cannot provide the supplies every student requires so it is often diffi cult for students to succeed. Some of the world's most brilliant minds came from underprivileged backgrounds, but it was because of the kind and generous people in their lives that helped them that they were able reach their fullest potential. A donation of simple things like pencils and paper, will enable children After these past few years of economic stress, it is no surprise that many families are struggling with back to school shopping. Unfortunately, some families just can't handle the cost and children are returning to school without any of the basic necessities required for effi cient learning in the schools. In an effort to combat this defi cit Cumberland County Education Foundation is partnering with Cumberland County Schools and Operation Homefront to provide school supplies to the under privileged with their Stuff the Bus! drive. With the rise of global media the news is increasingly WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM that would otherwise struggle in school to succeed, and perhaps unlock a passion for learning. If nothing else, even if these children are not the next presidents or inventors, it will help them to improve their lives, and the lives of their children. For many it can be a source of shame to ask for help, and to admit that they cannot provide for their own children. This drive provides the opportunity for the community to support families without questions, or shame. It is the opportunity for the community to open its arms and support its neighbors in need and to invest in its own future by ensuring that its children become well educated and productive. The donations to this cause will benefi t children in Cumberland County and on Fort Bragg. The drives will take place on Aug. 3 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Wal-mart Super Centers on Hope Mills Road, Raeford Road, Ramsey Street and Spring Lake locations. It is requested that all school supplies are newly bought and donation checks should be payable to Cumberland County Education Foundation. The most needed items are backpacks, 3-ring binders, fl ash drives, loose-leaf paper, composition notebooks, pocket folders, colored pencils, and pencils/mechanical pencils. Gift cards are also appreciated. For more information, call School Social Services at 678-2621. ERINN CRIDER, Contributing Writer, COMMENTS? Editor@ upandcomingweekly.com. JULY 25-31, 2012 UCW 11