Across North Carolina, buildings of worship anchor our communities, standing steadfastly as safe havens and sacred spaces.
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A 3-Member Church Creates a Lasting Legacy in Pender County
In a small community in Pender County, Saints Peter and Paul Russian Orthodox Church hangs on, thanks to the devotion of its faithful — all three of them.
In the Beginning: A Look Inside the Oldest Church in NC
St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Bath is North Carolina’s oldest church. For nearly three centuries, people have come to pray, to remember, and to befriend.
Pork & Politics Merge at Mallard Creek Presbyterian Church
For 88 years, thousands of people and hundreds of political candidates have made the pilgrimage to North Carolina’s biggest and oldest church barbecue.
The Sound of Unity in a Pittsboro Church Choir
From soprano to bass, a Pittsboro church choir blends the voices — and personalities — of its members in joyful, appreciated harmony.
Valle Crucis
Visitors flock to Valle Crucis for its mountain beauty and historic charm. Underneath the obvious appeal, however, lies a generous spirit that built the small town and continues to sustain it.