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A small order of bees has turned into a full-time hobby for the Atheys. the hive. Beekeeping has become an “The UPS delivery man artform for the Atheys. was not happy with us,” More so than simply Chris & Leon Athey inspecting the hives, chuckled when they beekeeping is all about ordered their first 100 record keeping. When bees nearly five years inspecting certain ago. From then to now boxes Mrs. Chris would they have amassed a refer back to her folder system of numbers and where she kept detailed letters for hives and records, such as where nucs to categorize the the queen was located, many different boxes on the brood box activity, their beautiful property. and when frames need Mrs. Chris, a retired to be taken out to teacher from the Mobile harvest honey. County Public School Chris and Leon Athey checking one of their bee boxes Many have come to and Leon, a pilot for he and Mrs. Chris have had some the Atheys to get nucs Daybrook Fisheries and retired disagreements early on because of and/or get questions answered electrical engineer, have found a not knowing what to do. Now their about their own bee hives. Delaney full-time hobby with beekeeping. biggest arguments come when one Crawley has been beekeeping for They have made sure to say that they out of the 40,0000 bees per hive are 40+ years. He stated that he wished accidentally killed. Leon also made a relevant point when beekeeping, “What you will learn are strategies, nothing is definite.” After a quick breakdown we got our suits on and went out to the bee yard to find unexpected activity. Chris shared that you better not have anything planned when going to check the bees because you will almost always find something that Large Oak with branches reaching the ground that sits on the property needs to be addressed and that someone like the Atheys would was exactly what we encountered. have been around when he started. are not master beekeepers, but they Pictured below is one of the swarms He has learned more in the short are full of knowledge about the skill that we found. There were four number of years knowing them than as if they were master beekeepers. queens on the ground being attacked he has learned in the entire 40 years Whether it is sharing about the by other bees. The Atheys sprung of beekeeping. As with anything, setup of brood boxes or vaporization there are those that share of ways of oxalic acid, they have done their in which beekeeping was done by research on what works and what their ancestors or others that are does not work. Their bee farm is full known in the beekeeping world. Yet of both high-end plastic boxes as the Atheys encourage everyone to well as hand-made wooden boxes. do their own research, not simply They showed us the first boxes they believing what someone else is started with. It was amazing to see saying. Thus, beekeeping is just like they were still in good condition. anything else, it is a skill that can be Now Leon has molds that he builds built upon by increasing knowledge all the nuc boxes with as well as the in that particular field. frames for the hives.t into action with their queen cages to The Atheys were gracious enough Upon getting the A’s and Bees separate the queen from the other to share their email address for those of Beekeeping Mrs. Chris shared bees. Then they had to find other that are interested in learning more one of the most important things: hives that would accept each of the or even have questions about their registering the bees with the state. queens. own hives. From time to time they Many fail to do this and miss out on Seeing the bees up close you get also have nucs that can be acquired the benefits the state can provide, to learn so much more about their for those looking to start or expand such as announcements for certain behavior and the jobs that each their beekeeping. You can reach geographical areas concerning have. From drones to undertakers, them at mathey@centurylink.net. bees. Leon laughably shared that each and every bee has its place in Video & More at InfoMark *5AHK
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Beaches Re-Open! As part of the Governor’s new “Safer at Home” program, beaches along the Alabama coastline are once again open for your use and enjoyment. However, social distancing and group sizes will be strictly enforced to insure your next visit to the beach is a safe one. At the time of this news, Dauphin Island beaches opening on May 1 include West End Beach (west end of Bienville Blvd.) and the beach at Isle Dauphine (located at the end of Orleans Drive). The Public Beach next to DI School is also open but with parking limitations to control crowd size. The East End Beach (near Fort Gaines) and Bird Sanctuary beach access remain closed to the public at this time. Let’s all work together to keep everyone safe during this challenging time. Practice good personal hygiene, maintain proper social distancing, avoid gathering in groups of 10 or more people and wear masks/face coverings when out in public. Stay safe out there! DIVA Plans Memorial Day Ceremony The DI Veterans Association plans to host its annual Memorial Day ceremony at Water Tower Plaza on Monday, May 25 at 11am and everyone is invited to attend. Always a patriotic and solemn occasion as we gather to remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. Island Citizens Provide Face Coverings Island seamstresses Lisa Sheets, See page 8
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WHY CAN’T I FIND PEACE TODAY?
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We live in a world of turmoil, yet we all long for peace in our lives. The world pandemic which all are experiencing disrupts lives and challenges our faith. Yet, in spite of all this, our Lord offers us peace. Many today desire peace, but they want it on their terms. True peace comes only through Christ. Paul wrote, “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God” (Phil 4:6). Jesus said, “Therefore I say to you, do not worry about your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the air, for they neither sow nor reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they?” (Matthew 6:25-26). King David wrote, “I have been young, and now am old; yet I have not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his descendants begging bread” (Psalms 37:25). God will not forsake His children. “Fear not, for I am with you: be not dismayed, for I am your God: I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand” (Isaiah 41:10). Jesus said, “These things I have spoken unto you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world” (John 16:33). Notice what He said, the peace we long for is in Him. Paul tells us how to get into Christ. “For as many of you as have been baptized into Christ have put on Christ” (Galatians 3:27). Once one is in Christ and remains faithful, peace can be his to enjoy. ---Charles E Burch (Send questions or comments to:)
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New look inside the Grand Bay Library
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The Grand Bay Library renovations are nearly complete and the Mobile Public Library will soon hire and train sta and acquire books and furnishings for opening day collection. An opening day has not yet been established but hopes are that the library will be fully operational by the beginning of the 2020 school year. As a branch of the Mobile Public Library system you will be able to have access to all the public library amenities in Mobile County. The Grand Bay library will have computers with WiFi connections for public use, along with books, audio books, ebooks, magazines and more. The Grand Bay Library and Agricultural Historical Museum is located in the historic district in the newly renovated Grand Bay State Bank building (c1913)
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and will serve over 25,000 residents in Southwest Mobile County. For more information regarding the the Grand Bay Library please visit The Grand Bay Library on Facebook or go to www.grandbaylibrary.com to keep up with current photos and information. Funding for the Grand Bay Library renovations comes from Grants, Fundraisers and donations and the generosity of the Mobile County Commission. Donations are greatly appreciated by the Friends of the Grand Bay Library and can be sent many ways: Just Give https://npo.justgive.org/ CBGB, Paypal at citizens36541@gmail. com, or send a check to CBGB Grand Bay Library, P.O. Box 274, Grand Bay, AL 36541. Your donations are tax deductible and will directly beneďŹ t the community and help purchase books and furnishings for the Library.
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FINANCI AL INFORM ATION Cheryl McCormick-Hann Financial Advisor 120 S. University Blvd., Ste C-2, Mobile, AL 36608 Phone 251-342-2478 or 1-888-342-7605
Developing Flu Immunity Ross Hatcher, Pharm.D.
I got my flu shot this year. Attitudes About Money Holding Why did I still get the flu? You Back? reason a person may get A: One the flu after receiving a flu
Like many things in life, your feelings about money may have a lot to do with how you were raised. If you’ve heard yourself saying any of the following phrases, it might be time to take notice of your inner money dialogue and change the conversation. “Life’s short – you’ve got to enjoy your money while you’re here.” Someone with this attitude receives an unexpected bonus at work or an inheritance and their first thought is: What should I buy? If this describes you, it might be time to calculate the cost of that purchase, beyond the price tag. The amount you spend today could potentially buy you more of what you want in the future if you invest the money instead. “I didn’t have a lot of money growing up. Now that I do I want to spend it on my family.” There’s nothing wrong with wanting to show your loved ones you care for them by giving gifts. However, it’s important to balance that desire with your own needs for the future. Consider having a plan in place that allows you to spoil others while still securing your future.
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“I’m never going to retire, so I don’t need to save.” If you enjoy your career, it’s easy to imagine working forever. Unfortunately, no one knows what the future will bring. What if you can no longer perform the job due to illness or changing industry conditions? It’s important to have a nest egg you can fall back on or a plan to protect yourself. “I’ll never feel financially secure, no matter how much I save.” This attitude sometimes originates from either not having clear goals or having no idea what it will take to achieve them. A financial advisor can help determine what’s most important to you and develop a strategy to help get you where you want to be. Sometimes simply seeing an amount on paper, and knowing how close you are, is enough to help you feel more secure. If not, there are protection strategies, such as insurance, that can help.
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shot is due to exposure to flu viruses before having the vaccine or during the 2-week period after the vaccine was given. The body needs at least 2 weeks to be able to develop immune protection against the flu. Another possibility is exposure to a flu virus that is different from the viruses the vaccine is meant to protect against. The flu vaccine for this year is designed to protect against the 3 or 4 viruses that research suggests will most likely spread during the flu season. The final reason is due to the variation in how the flu vaccine works so some people may still get sick after administration of the vaccine. The CDC recommends everyone 6 months and older receive a flu shot once a year even if the viruses from the previous season have not changed. This is due to the fact that immune protection decreases over time so an annual flu shot is needed to get the best protection against the flu. This question was answered by pharmacy student Brittney Nguyen. Disclaimer: Answers to inquiries concerning information about health conditions and/or medications
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are not for diagnostic or treatment purposes and can not be considered conclusive without consulting with a physician for diagnosis and treatment. Any information contained here is not a substitute for medical advice and may be outdated, invalid, or subject to debate. If you are in need or immediate medical attention, contact your physician or call 911. If you need to speak to a pharmacist, call Grand Bay Pharmacy at (251) 865-5555.
This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.
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MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH MONTH
COVID-19 WE ARE HERE FOR YOU DURING THIS CHALLENGING TIME While 1 in 5 people will experience a mental illness during their lifetime, everyone faces challenges in life that can impact their mental health. Let Mostellar Medical Center's mental health team of Licensed Clinical Social Workers and Psychiatric Department help those that may need assistance adapting to the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing. Your mental health can be improved and increase resiliency regardless of the situations that you may be dealing with.
APPOINTMENT We will be happy to schedule you with one of the Licenses Clinical Social Workers Jim, Rick, Sam, or with the psychiatry department Mike, CRNP or Dr. Haygood.
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continued from page 1 Victoria Stewart and Sabrina Green (materials donated by Sharin Helm, Denise Crawford and Marna Rushing) recently pooled their time, collective talents and generosity to make hundreds of FREE face coverings for island residents! On behalf of a grateful community... thank you so much for helping everyone do their part to reduce the spread of Covid-19 here on the island and potentially save lives! Dauphin Island Causeway Shoreline and Habitat Restoration Project Governor Kay Ivey recently announced that the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) has awarded nearly $24 million from its Gulf Environmental Benefit Fund (GEBF) to four new projects in the state of Alabama. The projects, developed in consultation with state and federal resource agencies, are designed to remedy harm and reduce risk of future harm to natural resources that were affected by the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill. A $9,392,000 award under GEBF will create and protect important coastal habitat while reducing vulnerability of the only access route between south Mobile County and Dauphin Island. This project will design and install breakwaters and create intertidal marsh habitat to provide protection against future erosion and storm damage. Project activities will be cofunded through NFWF’s Emergency Coastal Resilience Fund. A special thanks to Senator Richard Shelby for his efforts to provide an additional $4.9 million from the Emergency Coastal Resilience Fund to assist
Dauphin Island Monthly May 2020 with the Dauphin Island Causeway Shoreline and Habitat Restoration Project. “The funding of these projects continues reinvestment in the Alabama Gulf Coast communities that were impacted by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill nearly 10 years ago,” Governor Ivey said. “I appreciate the work of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and our partnership with NFWF as we continue to recover and build a more resilient coast.” The town of Dauphin Island expresses its sincere appreciation to Senator Shelby, Governor Ivey, Commissioner Chris Blankenship, and NFWF for their collective support to identify and fund this critically important project! News From Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council “VIRTUAL” ART GALLERY. Like many venues and small businesses in Alabama, the Dauphin Island Gallery (the “Lighthouse Building” at 918 Bienville Boulevard) is temporarily closed because of public health concerns. While our Gallery is closed, we are excited to share a new way to see and purchase art by our many member artists. To access the Virtual Art Gallery, visit DIHAC’s Facebook page, or click on the Facebook link on DIHAC’s website at https://www. dauphinislandarts.org. The Virtual Art Gallery is just a sampling of the art available at Dauphin Island Gallery. We will be adding more art to the Virtual Art Gallery from time to time, so please visit and shop with us often! Remember that all Gallery purchases help support our many programs, including free children’s art education, the Dauphin
Island Native American Festival, adult art classes, Last Friday Art Night (LFAN), and so much more! FRANK LEDBETTER METAL ART FUNDRAISER FOR DIHAC While you are on DIHAC’s Facebook page, be sure to check out Frank Ledbetter’s fundraiser for DIHAC, featuring Frank’s wonderful metal art. Frank, who is a Dauphin Island Gallery member artist and Board member, is generously donating to DIHAC all proceeds from the sale of his art on this Facebook post while the Gallery is closed. This is a great opportunity to own a piece of Frank’s art while also supporting DIHAC and its programs. Our sincere thanks to Frank Ledbetter for his support! Introduction to Knife Painting Workshop with artist/ educator Michele Traum has been cancelled and will be rescheduled at a later date. Dauphin Island Heritage and Arts Council is a charitable, non-profit organization, providing educational opportunities in the arts, and working to preserve our coastal heritage. Memberships, donations, and purchases at our Gallery help support our programs. Arts of Dauphin Island News & Info Arts of DI is closed until further notice due to the ongoing Covid-19 outbreak. However, upon reopening, look for many new and exciting happenings at the gallery located next to town hall! Our adult and children’s classes will resume along with the always popular “2nd Sunday Open House” and of course, our collection of amazing art work created by our wonderfully
talented artists. We look forward to seeing everyone again real soon! Dauphin Island Sea Lab Our team at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab understands the challenges in this unprecedented time of virtual learning. While there is no substitute for hands-on learning, our team is offering virtual opportunities for everyone to learn about our oceans. We’ve created a page on our website dedicated to Digital Learning that is updated daily with a variety of content. Find it all at disl.edu/ about/digital-learning-with-disl. Red Snapper Shootout 2020 Folks will be reeling in the big ones to raise money for a great cause at the Red Snapper Shootout 2020 taking place at Aloe Bay Boat Storage (Desoto Avenue) on Saturday, May 23. Categories will include Red Snapper (2-fish aggregate), Cobia (heaviest fish), Slot Redfish (2-fish aggregate) and Flounder (prizes given by drawing). Note: One raffle ticket will be given for each live flounder and ALL flounder will become property of the mariculture center. Open Division and Calcutta for snapper, cobia and redfish. Scales open from 3-6pm and the event will offer food, music and raffles. Proceeds from the event will benefit Ben Dunnam. He and his family are staples in the fishing community and Ben has been battling cancer for some time. We hope to offset some of the cost of his treatments by donating 50% of the open division money and 10% of the Calcutta money to Ben and his family. Visit Fishing Chaos for tickets, tournament rules and more.
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In today’s world, you have enough to worry about; Going to see your healthcare provider for an appointment should not be one. Accordia Health can provide you and your family healthcare in a clean and safe environment. We understand your concerns and want to assure you that your health and well-being is our priority. Come in for an appointment or ask about speaking with a healthcare provider via telephone or the internet. And for those in need, we provide healthcare regardless of a patient’s ability to pay. We accept most insurance, and also serve those who are uninsured. We offer a sliding fee scale to all income-eligible uninsured or underinsured patients, based on annual household income.
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New ‘safer at home’ health order The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) announces a new statewide coronavirus emergency health order effective April 30 at 5 p.m. which relaxes a previous health order regarding individuals, employers, retailers, beaches and medical procedures. The order remains in effect until 5 p.m. on May 15. The order and fact sheets describing the “safer at home” order may be viewed at alabamapublichealth.gov. Under the new health order, individuals are encouraged to exercise personal responsibility but are not ordered to stay home to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Public places are to take reasonable steps to avoid gatherings of 10 persons or more, maintain six feet of separation between persons, and disinfect frequently used items and surfaces. All non-work related gatherings of 10 persons or more, or non-work related gatherings of any size that cannot maintain a consistent sixfoot distance between persons from different households are prohibited. But “drive-in” gatherings of any size are permitted if the participants adhere to rules that include participants remaining in their vehicles for the entire event, all vehicle occupants must be from the same household, and people are not to come within six feet of participants in other vehicles. Nonwork related gatherings include church services, weddings, funeral services, social gatherings, concerts, festivals, sporting and similar events. Employers are also to maintain six feet of separation between persons as work duties permit, consistent with guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Employers are to facilitate remote working arrangements where practicable, minimize employee travel, and otherwise follow guidance from the CDC concerning ways to reduce transmission among employees to maintain healthy business operations, and to maintain a healthy work environment. All retail stores may open with the following rules: • Occupancy is limited to no more than 50 percent of normal occupancy as determined by the fire marshal. Staff is to be posted at entrances and exits for enforcement. • Employees may not knowingly allow customers or patrons to congregate within 6 feet of one another.
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• Retailers must comply with sanitation guidelines. Public and privately-owned Gulf of Mexico beaches are to be opened, but gatherings of 10 persons or more or other gatherings of any size that cannot maintain a consistent six-foot distance between persons, are prohibited. Effective with the new order, dental, medical or surgical procedures are allowed unless the State Health Officer or his designee determines that performing such procedures would unacceptably reduce access to personal protective equipment or other resources needed to diagnose and treat COVID-19. Earlier health orders concerning non-work related gatherings and higher risk businesses in Alabama such as entertainment venues, athletic facilities and close-contact service providers remain in effect. Also unchanged are orders regarding senior citizen centers, educational institutions and child day care facilities, hospitals and similar institutions. Orders pertaining to on-premise consumption of food or drink at restaurants, bars and breweries remain in effect. The people most vulnerable to COVID-19 are elderly individuals (persons over 65 in age) or individuals with serious underlying health conditions, including high blood pressure, chronic lung disease, diabetes, obesity, asthma, and those whose immune system is compromised such as by chemotherapy for cancer and other conditions requiring such therapy. Any persons who have tested positive for COVID-19 other than the institutionalized are to be quarantined to their residence for 14 days, or other period of time as directed by the state health officer or his designee, after receiving positive test results. Quarantined persons may not leave their residence for any reason other than to seek necessary medical treatment. Fines for each violation of the health order are up to $500. ADPH encourages the public to keep informed by visiting alabamapublichealth.gov. The ADPH toll-free hotline and e-mail address are as follows: • COVID-19 General Information 800-270-7268 Telephone calls are answered from 7 a.m. until 9 p.m. daily, and a language line is available for people who do not speak English. • The COVID-19 General Information Email address covid19info@adph.state.al.us
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Sidney’s 13195 N. Wintzell Ave 251-824-2837 Online Ordering & Curbside Pickup sidneys.com or text SIDNEYS to 33733
DJ’s Diner 9040 Irvington Bayou La Batre Hwy 251-957-2848
Capt. Frank’s Smoke Shack 13876 S Wintzell Ave 251-824-1749
Hunt Brother’s Pizza Locations: Irvington Food Mart 9436 Irvington Bayou la Batre Hwy 251-957-1410 Citgo Quick Stop 6831 Hwy 90 W 251-957-2911
Cudjo’s Seafood 12953 N Wintzell Ave 251-824-2419
McDonalds 8660 Hwy 188 251-824-1810
Phnom Penh Fusion 13260 N Wintzell Ave Ste B 251-824-6017
Taste of Thai 9091 US-90 251-957-1414
Kain’s Mexican Grill 13350 Wintzell ave 251-824-1442
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Bayou Seafood 13450 N. Wintzell Ave 251-824-2248
Pizza Hut 14031 S Wintzell Ave 251-824-3177 Subway 13280 N. Wintzell Ave 251-824-4771
Grand Bay Kitchen of the Sea 12610 US Hwy 90 251-865-3474 Online ordering on Facebook page.
Capt. Snappers 698 Lemoyne Dr 251-861-8300 Dority’s Bar & Grill 1010 Bienville Blvd 251-767-8303 Pirate’s Bar & Grill 100A Orleans Dr 251-861-2969 Miguel’s Beach & Baja, Foxy Waffle Bar & Sugar Den 202 Lemoyne Dr 251-861-LOVE
Arby’s 12411 Creel Rd 251-865-1700
Beached Café | BGH Café 114 Bienville Blvd 251-861-2022 | 251-861-4200
Hunt Brother’s Pizza Locations: Country Chevron 11290 Hwy 90 251-865-9883 Grand Bay Food Mart 13320 Hwy 90 251-865-1620 Rand’s Quick Stop 12351 Old Pascagoula Rd 251-767-7708
Islander’s Restaurant 1504 Bienville 251-861-2225
Dunkin Donuts 9201 Grand Bay Wilmer Rd 251-865-0268 Hardee’s 9400 Grand Bay Wilmer Rd 251-865-5363 McDonalds 9200 Grand Bay Wilmer Rd 251-865-2088 Pizza Inn Express 12640 Hwy 188 251-865-0090 Popeyes 9201 Grand Bay Wilmer Rd 251-865-6175 Sam’s Super Burger 8789 Grand Bay Wilmer Rd 251-865-3739 Southern Shells 10126 Grand Bay Wilmer Rd 251-865-9989
JT’s Sunset Grill 1102 Desoto Ave 251-861-2829 Island Rainbow 1614 Bienville Blvd 251-861-0060 Reel Deal BBQ 1612 Bienville Blvd 251-861-7427 Subway 411 Lemoyne Ave 251-861-2199 Dinner’s Ready 918 Bienville Blvd 251-706-6420 Skinner’s Seafood 1012 Bienville Blvd 251-861-4221 Lighthouse Bakery 919 Chaumont 251-861-2320 Chevron Gas Station Grill 1000 Bienville Blvd 251-861-2320 May Café 101 Bienville Blvd 251-861-2141
Subway 1 Creel Rd 251-865-0866 Waffle House 9190 Grand Bay Wilmer Rd S 251-865-9286
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FIND A CHURCH Bayou la Batre Bayou la Batre Community of Christ 13955 S. Wintzell Avenue (251) 490-6666 Pastor: Debbie Fulmer yllwrozs@gmail.com
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Bayou Wesleyan Church 12330 Irvington Bayou La Batre Hwy (251) 824-4540 Pastor: Roger Bowers Beit Israel Messianic Synagogue 8340 Rabby Street (251) 824-0502 Rabbi: Paul Collins beitisrael01@gmail.com shalommobile.com Saturdays @ 11:00 a.m. First Baptist Church Bayou la Batre 13500 N Wintzell Avenue (251) 824-4424 Pastor: Jeremy Smalley fbcbayoulabatre@gmail.com fbcblb.com Sundays @ 11:00 a.m.
Bayview Baptist Church 8800 McSween Dr (251) 709-1396 Pastor: Calep Lewis bayviewbaptist@yahoo.com Sundays @ 10:45 a.m. Cloverdale Baptist Church 10050 Hall Rd (251) 635-7982 Pastor: Michael Liles cloverdalebaptist@gmail.com Facebook: Cloverdale Baptist Sundays @ 11:00 a.m. First Assembly of God 12290 Hwy 90 (251) 865-6557 Pastor: Ron Jarman Sundays @ 10:30 a.m. First Presbyterian Church of Grand Bay 12185 Homestead Ave (251) 865-4688 Pastor: Marcia Willett www.fpcgrandbay.org Sundays @ 10:00 a.m.
Pastor: O.B. Richardson William Spaulding Jr.
First United Methodist Grand Bay 10460 Potter Tract Rd (251) 865-6870 Pastor: Ed Baumgarten gb4him1890@yahoo.com Sundays @ 10:30 a.m.
Independent Church of God 12750 Padgett Switch Road (251) 824-7258 Pastor: Cecil “Bro. Doc” Wainwright, Jr Sundays @ 11:00 a.m.
Friendship Baptist 12581 Saeger Rd (251) 445-5412 Pastor: Teddie Turrentine friendshipfamily.net Sundays @ 10:30 a.m.
St. Margaret Catholic Church 13790 South Wintzell Avenue (251) 824-2415 Father Joseph Dang & Alwin Legaspi Saturday @ 5:00 p.m. Sunday @ 8:00 & 11:00 a.m.
Grand Bay Community Church 12575 Highway 90 W. (251) 235-4567 Pastor: Terry Ragsdale worshipcentereast@yahoo.com Sundays @ 10:00 a.m.
Hemley Road Church of Christ 8270 Hemley Street (251) 776-0468 Sundays @ 10:30 a.m.
Grand Bay Abundant Life Church 8780 Ramsey Rd (251) 366-0541 Pastor: Terry O Taylor Jr. Facebook: Adundant Life Church Grand Bay Sundays @ 10:30 a.m.
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Grand Bay Ministries 14282 Old Pascagoula Rd (251) 865-4959 Pastor: James Passman contact@grandbayministries.com grandbayministries.com Sundays @ 10:45 a.m.
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More Life UPC 12471 Creel Rd (251) 865-6007 Pastor: Shirlon Davis info@morelifeupc.org morelifeupc.cc Sundays @ 10:00 a.m. (2:30 p.m. last Sunday of the month) St. John the Baptist Parish 12450 Hwy. 188 East (251) 865-6902 Reverend Sherwin Monteron StJohnGrandBay@gmail.com stjohngrandbay.org Saturday Mass 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass 10:00 a.m. Pine Air Baptist Church 10341 Hwy 188 (251) 776-4127 Pastor: Joe Smith pineairbaptistchurch@gmail.com Facebook: Pine Air Baptist Church Sundays @ 11:00 a.m.
Irvington First Baptist Church Irvington 9074 Irvington Bayou la Batre Hwy (251) 957-2718 Pastor: Dr. Ron Griffin fbcirvington.org Sundays @ 11:00 a.m. First United Methodist Church 12700 Padgett Switch Rd (251) 824-4174 Pastor: Janie Mallett Sundays @ 9:30 a.m. First Evangelical Methodist 11329 Padgett Switch Rd (251) 824-2454 Pastor: Byron Wilmoth Sundays @ 11:00 a.m. Forward Church 11960 Argyle rd (251) 824-2551 Pastor: Justin Driver forwardchurchonline.com Sundays @ 11:00 a.m. Gospel Way Church 12395 Irvington BLB Hwy Pastor: Scotty Scott info@gospelwaychurch.com gospelwaychurch.com Sundays @ 9:15 & 11:00 a.m.
Higher Ground Baptist Church 11835 Argyle Rd (251) 824-1892 Pastor: Joseph Meredith facebook.com/highergroundbaptist
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Independent Church of God 12750 Padgett Switch Rd (251) 824-7258 Pastor: Cecil ‘Bro Doc” Wainwright Jr. Sundays @ 11:00 a.m. Irvington Assembly of God 8540 Highway 90 (251) 455-6202 Pastor: Clarence Ramsay Sundays @ 11:00 a.m. Irvington United Methodist Church 9075 Home Avenue (251) 723-7085 Pastor: David Cook Sundays @ 9:00 a.m.
St. Elmo St. Elmo Church of God 19130 Boe Road Street (251) 421-0616 Pastor: Sue Grissett Sundays @ 11:00 a.m. St. Elmo Bible Church 9170 Argyle Rd (251) 402-0737 Pastor: John Canning Sundays @ 10:45 a.m.
Coden St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church 2951 Durette Ave (251) 973-2592
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