Valdosta and Lowndes County residents have several community events and spiritual gatherings to look forward to in late September, with local churches hosting a free clothing swap, annual revival services, and homecoming celebrations. These events offer opportunities for community support, fellowship, and worship across the region.
The month's activities begin with a Free Clothing Swap hosted by Lakeland First Baptist Church. The event is scheduled for Saturday, September 19, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the church's fellowship hall located at 15 East Main Street in Lakeland, Georgia. The clothing swap is open to all community members, and attendees are welcome to come and fill a bag of clothing for themselves or their families. No items are required to participate during the final 30 minutes of the event, specifically welcoming anyone in need during this period. For convenience, free parking will be available on-site for all attendees. Following the event, all unclaimed clothing items will be directly distributed to families in need, reinforcing the event's focus on community assistance.
Later in the month, New Prospect Missionary Baptist Church in Stockton will host its Annual Church Revival and 2026 “Big Meeting/Homecoming” Services. The revival services will take place over three evenings, from Tuesday, September 22, through Thursday, September 24, with each service beginning at 7 p.m. New Prospect Missionary Baptist Church is located at 598 U.S. Hwy. 84 East, Stockton. The revival will feature a different guest speaker each night. On Tuesday, September 22, Pastor John Lewis of Grace Life Church in Valdosta is scheduled to speak. Wednesday, September 23, will feature Pastor Dwayne Sillins of Pastor Dwayne Sillins Ministries The Good Shepherd Church. Concluding the revival services on Thursday, September 24, will be Pastor Edgar Lumpkin from Sweet Hope Missionary Baptist Church in White Springs, Florida.
The "Big Meeting/Homecoming" service for New Prospect Missionary Baptist Church is scheduled for Sunday, September 27, at 11 a.m. For this special service, Associate Pastor Andre Mosley of New Prospect Missionary Baptist Church will serve as the guest speaker. These annual gatherings provide a multi-day series of spiritual enrichment and community celebration for church members and visitors alike.
Also on Sunday, September 27, Greater Saint James Baptist Church will hold its Homecoming Celebration. The celebration is set to begin at 11 a.m. and will take place at the church, located at 104 ½ Wisenbaker Lane. The guest speaker for the Greater Saint James Baptist Church Homecoming Celebration will be Reverend Kobe Alexander from Day Spring Baptist Church. This event offers another opportunity for worship and fellowship within the local community, marking a significant annual tradition for the congregation. Residents seeking community events or spiritual services in the Valdosta and broader South Georgia area are encouraged to note these upcoming dates and locations.
