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I have been wondering for a while where the word "Heights" comes from in the names of some of the Baptist churches.  Within a few miles of my home there is a community named Lithia Springs with Lithia Heights Baptist Church; there is also the community of Burnt Hickory with Hickory Heights Baptist church; and the community of Oakland with Oakland Heights Baptist Church.  These are just to name a few.  None of the churches around me of other demoninations have this in their names.  Where does this come from?

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Hi John,

Hope you are well, I did put this question back into the question pool, but as it keeps coming back to me, I can only think that no one has answered it.

All I can say is that I honestly do not know, I am in England and where I live I do not know of any Baptist church that has Heights in its name.

So perhaps it a term or name that is just peculiar to your neck of the woods etc.

I know this is no help at all, but I did not want you thinking that your question has been ignored.

I hope that another expert can tell you the answer!

Regards and God Bless

Clive  

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Clive Heath

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I can answer most questions on the subject of the Baptist/Christian faith. I am an active member of a Baptist Church Fellowship. I study the Bible and the Scriptures every day and have no problem talking to people about this. I am more than happy to answer the Lord's calling and help and support all people that are in need. I believe that is now my role in life.

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Some times people go the wrong way in life because they have been let down by those that are close to them. It is all about trust, compassion and support. I carry out a lot of outreach work, so I know how important these things are to be able to reach people. I have worked with drug addicts and the homeless, as well as young people who have lost their way in life or are in prison.

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Baptist Fellowship.

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My articles and letters have appeared many times in the local paper.

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I am am a Deacon and secretary of my church, and also spend lots of time now also ministering to people in old folks homes as well as other outreach work.

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I have won a National award for working with and supporting sick people.

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I do not call them clients, they are people in need of the love of God and of people. I have mentored many young people, including those that are in our local prison, to hopefully live an honest and Christian life.

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