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

Funeral service for former President Jimmy Carter at Maranatha Baptist Church in his hometown of Plains, Georgia.

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 ...

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

Former President Jimmy Carter's niece, Kim Carter Fuller, spoke about Carter during Sunday school on Sunday at Maranatha ...

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 ...

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.

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

Plains, Georgia is preparing to bid farewell to a beloved resident, Jimmy Carter. His longtime church, Maranatha Baptist, is ...