Meet the Publishers Fall 2025
We are grateful to be a part of this community, and we are grateful for everyone whose support makes this magazine possible. Summer has come and gone, and another beach
Where Service Never Stops
Anderson Wright rose out of a segregated Oxford to build a life through steadfast resilience, dedication to family and his transformative experiences in the United States Navy. Now in his
Honoring the Past
by Kari Apted Anderson Wright was just a little boy when he began cleaning graves at Oxford Cemetery, his small but sure hands pulling up weeds and brushing away debris.
There in a Pinch
A small but mighty local Red Cross Disaster Action Team answers calls across seven counties, offering comfort and aid at all hours to help strangers through their darkest times. by
My Battle with a Blue Box
Christ followers find strength to resist temptation through Jesus’ transforming power. His perfect sacrifice offers both forgiveness and freedom. by George Clackum “I say, then, walk by the Spirit and
Where the Clock Never Strikes Midnight
Reborn at a new location, The Cinderella Shop offers affordable donated clothing to support a variety of needs at Piedmont Newton Hospital, all while volunteers find purpose, friendship,and a sense
Total Package
The Social Circle High School wrestling team built a dynasty through grit, unity and elite coaching. Led by Randy Prater, the Redskins have become the envy of programs across the
Wind in Their Wheels
Nine Newton Countians biked nearly 4,000 miles in a little more than two months, bonding through Celebrate Recovery’s mission of healing, faith and togetherness during the Great American Ride. by
A Culinary Journey
From modest beginnings to the hustle and bustle of campus kitchens, Oxford College Executive Chef Demetrise Edwards blends passion, purpose and community into every dish he serves. by Avril Occilien-Similien
Feel-Good Handiwork
With artistry rooted in joyful memories, Hilda Garcia transforms cardboard and crepe paper into vessels of celebration and connection. Her ‘Pinatas with Purpose’ honor tradition while helping families create lasting
Musical Mission
Stephen Stanley’s first headline tour blended cinematic rock and Gospel outreach, impacting lives across 27 cities with hope and healing. Alongside his father, a longtime pastor, he shared faith through
Venezuelan Roots
A beloved cilantro sauce shared by Christian Corvos has become a viral, family-run sensation across Georgia. Through its word-of-mouth popularity, he honors the legacy of his late mother. by Michelle
Jean’s Authentic Jamaican Cuisine
My family owns Happy Produce Caribbean Market in Covington, and I’m thrilled to share two treasured dishes that showcase our Jamaican heritage. The first recipe is Ackee and Saltfish, Jamaica’s
‘As If at the Sistine’
Wanda Reagan started painting roughly a decade ago, after she attended a life-changing “Southern Lights” exhibition at The Bascom Art Center in Highlands, North Carolina. “It was a show that