26-Year-Old Arrested for Setting Fire to Prayer City Eagles Chapel
A 26-year-old woman, Aries Jordan, has been arrested for allegedly setting fire to Prayer City Eagles Chapel in Austell, Cobb County. She faces multiple charges, including first-degree arson, criminal damage, and terroristic threats.
The church, now severely damaged, held a service in the parking lot just days after the fire on Sept. 29. Pastor Raphael Grant led the congregation, focusing on strength and forgiveness. He described the loss as 'very painful' and 'unimaginable', but emphasized that the church is more than just a building.
Aries Jordan remains in custody, with no hearing date set yet. The church leadership received threatening text messages days before the Jordans, aiming to raise $4 million for rebuilding.
Aries Jordan's arrest comes after an investigation into the arson at Prayer City Eagles Chapel. Despite the severe damage, the congregation remains resilient, gathering to worship and support each other. The rebuilding process has begun, with the church leadership seeking $4 million through an online fundraiser.
