Former President Jimmy Carter’s longtime church, Maranatha Baptist, is preparing to bid farewell to the hometown hero. WSAV ...

Around 50 family and friends witnessed the last public display of honor for Carter when the motorcade arrived around 5 p.m.

As former President Jimmy Carter was lying in repose at the Carter Center in Atlanta, Maranatha Baptist Church held its first ...

For what he gave me, he deserves my respect,” said Tiffany Patten. “If he can eradicate guinea worm, I can stand in 30-degree ...

The church’s new pastor will be co-presiding over the funeral, even though she never met the former president.

Right now, our hearts are heavy around here,” said Kim Fuller, who took over Sunday School lessons for her uncle. “They are ...

Jimmy Carter, the first former American president to live to 100, arrived back in his hometown of Plains, Georgia. Before the ...

After this morning's service in Washington D.C., the former president's casket has arrived back home in Plains.

Among the invited guests to the private service include Carter's family, members of the Maranatha Baptist Church and Plains-area family and friends of the Carter's.

ATLANTA - Maranatha Baptist Church in Plains, Georgia, held its first Sunday service Jan. 5 following the passing of former President Jimmy Carter. Known for his faith and service, Carter taught ...