As church attendance declines, churches struggle to remain open.

 

The church here is ageing, as is the case across the United States. In many respects, it makes it more difficult. For example, five of our members passed away last year,” he told ABC News.

Although they have had to make reductions, LaSalle expressed confidence that Calcium Church would be able to continue operating. Parishioners told ABC News that.

They continue to give out school supplies and clothes. According to parishioner Jeannetta LaSalle, her fellow churchgoers are like family, demonstrating the significance of the church in her lifeA

Jimmy Carter, a renowned human rights advocate and former president, passes away at age 100.

The Tony-winning Broadway actress Linda Lavin, who appeared in the comedy Alice, passes away at the age of 87.