Preaching from the heart
The Rev. Ernest Flores says having a relationship with Jesus Christ is the most important thing a person can do because it will determine...
BRASWELL: Everyday deliverances
By Dr. Jimmy Braswell
Chaplain, Home Hospice of Odessa
I recently purchased and read a book about the balance of light and darkness in the world,...
Church News October 1, 2022
The Odessa American welcomes church special events. Submission deadline is 5 p.m. Wednesdays for consideration for the following Saturday’s edition. Email [email protected].
Asbury United Methodist...
Odessa church hosts two-day series
Seven speakers from churches in San Angelo, Lubbock, Midland and Odessa will discuss various aspects of “The Law of the Lord” Saturday and Sunday...
The Bible’s Journey into Our Hands
The Rev. Dr. Joe Weaks, co-pastor of Connection Christian Church in Odessa, has a Ph.D. in New Testament and reads the Bible in its...
Just what is in the name ‘saint?’
The concept of sainthood is one of Christianity’s loftiest, connoting strict obedience to God’s will and the steadfast pursuit of virtue.
The Rev. Terry Pugh...
GUEST VIEW: Supreme Court needs to affirm explicitly fetal personhood
By Bishop Michael Pfeifer, OMI
Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of San Angelo
We are grateful to the Lord for the recent Supreme Court decision in...
Church News September 24, 2022
The Odessa American welcomes church special events. Submission deadline is 5 p.m. Wednesdays for consideration for the following Saturday’s edition. Email [email protected].
Odessa Christian Faith...
Jehovah’s Witnesses back in field
Having grown during the pandemic with great participation on Zoom, the Jehovah’s Witnesses have zestfully reopened their Kingdom Halls and returned to visiting people...
Church News September 17, 2022
The Odessa American welcomes church special events. Submission deadline is 5 p.m. Wednesdays for consideration for the following Saturday’s edition. Email [email protected].
St. Elizabeth Ann...