All of our Sunday School classes begin at 10:00 A.M. eastern time, and the church building opens at 8:30 A.M. The class meets in the sanctuary which has a capacity of about 300 persons.

The worship service is at 11:00 A.M. and there are age-appropriate classes for children of all ages.

The church Fellowship Hall serves as an overflow to the class.  A 36-inch television set gives the group a good view of President Carter as he teaches. He will come into that room first and greet them personally before going on the sanctuary.

Yes.  President and Mrs. Carter, depending on their schedule, remain long enough after worship time for each visitor or group to have a photo taken with them. We have persons who will gladly use your camera for a picture.  Both still cameras and video recorders are permitted; however, the Carters have stated that they do not give autographs at the church.The U. S. Secret Service provides constant security for President and Mrs. Carter. All persons entering the church building are subject to search. You may bring in your camera and purse, but leave any scissors, pocketknives, or other metal objects in your car.

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The Church's mailing address is:

Maranatha Baptist Church
P. O. Box 307
Plains, GA 31780-0307.

The physical address is: 148 Hwy 45 North Plains, Ga. 31780

Telephone: 229-824-7896