27th Annual March for Jesus Set for Oct. 4

The March for Jesus starts at Tommy Perkin’s Park and ends at the First Baptist Church for a program of music and a special message by FBCO Youth Minister, Jaden Brisco.

Line up for the march is at 9:00 a.m. at Tommy Perkins Park at Avenue C.

The march will begin at 10:00 a.m.

Program begins after the march at about 11:15 a.m.

Free lunch with bicycle giveaways and other prizes to follow The 27th annual Olney March for Jesus is coming once again, and churches and individuals from Olney and surrounding areas are invited to participate and enjoy a day of fun, joy, fellowship, food and worship together.

The event kicks off at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 5, with the March for Jesus parade. Line-up begins at 9 a.m. at Tommy Perkins Memorial Park in Olney. The March will move from the park to Main Street, then west to Avenue J (for Jesus). Participants will then turn south of Avenue H and then march back down Hamilton Street to First Baptist Church.

A program of live music and a time of worship will be held at the park after the march beginning at 11 a.m. the First Baptist Olney Worship Band will lead a time of praise and worship. Jaden Brisco, from the First Baptist Church will be preaching again this year. A free meal will be served following the program. Drawings and give-aways for children and adults will take place during the meal.

This year’s Theme is “The Gospel Train is Coming.” The parade will feature a miniature locomotive and the day will feature train rides for the children. The March for Jesus is an important event in the life of Olney each year because it faithfully presents the good news of Jesus Christ to the community. The march is a peaceful gathering, not to protest, but to proclaim how good it is when brothers and sisters dwell in unity. That is one of the most beautiful things about Olney. The love we have for the Lord and one another.

T-Shirts are here and can be pre-purchased for the event and by calling Shirley Jeter 940.564.6755.