Faithway Baptist Church, 610 E. Lake Drive, sits at the edge of a city park/walking trail overlooking the area where Bryan Blvd. curves on into downtown. This church is within walking distance to the Lake Daniel and Westerwood neighborhoods. They've had the same pastor, James Bledsoe, for nearly 20 years.
Unfortunately the website for the church does not tell the history of the building and when we were on this night photo shoot, we didn't find a cornerstone with a date. The sign in front reads, "The truth shall make you free.. thy word is truth." Actually, it reads, "thywor dis truth" but we think they suffered a case of the shifting letters! Happy Sacred Sunday, Faithway! The light on the door looks like a cross!
On a sad note, this week, in Greensboro, a 14 year old boy took his own life. As you look at friends, relatives, strangers, young and old alike, please keep your words kind and inviting. Often it is not apparent who is troubled, self-loathing, and in pain. In closing, please pause to reflect on the week-- regardless of your belief system.
Beautiful picture of the church at night. So sad about the boy taking his life, my heart and prayers go out to his family.
Posted by: Charlene | Sunday, November 08, 2009 at 08:57 AM
A fitting photo for the young boy. That is so heartbreaking. He and his family and friends will be in my prayers.
I hope you see Brattcat's special post for you today.
Posted by: Hilda | Sunday, November 08, 2009 at 09:17 AM
Before this was a Baptist Church, it was a synagogue.
Posted by: Alice | Friday, November 13, 2009 at 12:59 PM
A week late, but nevertheless glad to be here. I hope that your words caused at least one person to treat someone little better this week. Good job!
Posted by: FA | Sunday, November 15, 2009 at 10:52 AM