Religion Notebook

Lake Pend Oreille Blessing Ceremony by Dr. Masuru Emoto – today, 2 p.m. at Seasons at Sandpoint Clubhouse Marina, 424 Sandpoint Ave.; Emoto is a certified doctor of alternative medicine and a water researcher who suggests that water is deeply connected to our consciousness; a lecture will follow at 7 p.m. at Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint; $21/general admission for lecture; (813) 727-9913.

“Spiritual Power and Authority in Crossing Over,” by Rev. Dr. Charles Mugo – Sunday, 10 a.m. at Spirit Valley Christian Fellowship, Industrial Park Ave., Spirit Lake; Mugo is head of the Christian ministry, Oasis of Love Ministries International in Kenya, Nairobi, Africa; contact Shelly at (208) 691-9150.

Pennsylvania Avenue Pumpkin Party Fall Carnival – family event Tuesday, 5-9 p.m. at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 1700 Pennsylvania Ave.; includes food, prizes, cake walk, virtual jail, “Trunk or Treat” in the parking lot, and more; tickets $1/15; 664-9231.

Costume Harvest Festival at His Place Church – Tuesday, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the church, 3079 E. 16th Ave., Post Falls; includes Clydesdale wagon rides, games, fun, candy and more for the whole family; 777-9654.

Fall Harvest Festival at RLM – for ages up to fifth grade, Tuesday, from 6-9 p.m. at Real Life Ministries, 1866 Cecil Road, Post Falls; includes food, games, candy and more; food donations welcome for the new Pinehurst Food Room; 777-7325, ext. 148.

Nite Lite Harvest Party at New Life – Tuesday, 5:30-8 p.m. at New Life Community Church, 6068 W. Hayden Ave.; includes games, booths and more; contact Russell at 818-8540.

Almost Midnight Hevn Ministries and Fellowship Banquet – registration due Wednesday for this free annual event on Friday , 6:30 p.m. at Coeur d’Alene Inn, 414 W. Appleway; includes speaker and music; for reservations, call 765-5856 or 664-4620.

High School Leadership Courses – Sundays, 9:30 a.m. at RLM 1, Room 7 at Real Life Ministries, 1866 Cecil Road, Post Falls; 777-7325.

Kid Community - Sunday, 9:45-10:45 a.m. at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley; all new program includes “Live B.I.G.” (believe in God) for kids age 4 to fifth grade; special activity time provided during both worship service hours at 8:30 and 11 a.m. for kids ages 7-10, nursery provided from 8:30-noon for kids birth to age 6; 765-8800.

Sunday Morning Adult ‘Tween Time - 9:45 a.m. and Worship Extender Classes, 12:15 p.m. at Community United Methodist Church. 1470 W. Hanley Ave.; That the World May Know-Faith Lesson adult Bible study; also Invitation to the New Testament, 12:15 p.m., newcomers welcome; Improving Your Parenting, and Believing God classes Sundays; child care available; 765-8800.

Women’s Chronic Illness Bible Study Support Group – meets Mondays, 2-3:30 p.m. in RLM2, Room 6 at Real Life Ministries, 1866 Cecil Road, Post Falls; contact Pat Miller at 666-1013.

Catholic Young Adult Group - for ages 18 and older, meets Tuesdays except the fourth Tuesday of each month for Bible study and prayer, 7-8 p.m. at St. George’s Catholic Church, 2010 N. Lucas St., Post Falls; for information, call Jennifer at 704-6550.

Wednesday Morning “In the Spirit” Prayer Time – start the day with meaningful prayer, 7 a.m in the chapel at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave.; 765-8800.

Brown Bag Lunch Group – Wednesdays, noon at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave.; currently studying “The Politically Incorrect Guide to Islam and the Crusades” by Robert Spencer; (208) 765-8800.

Wednesday Night Breakouts - 6-8 p.m., with theme potluck, music and short worship followed by breakout sessions for all ages; “Rock Solid,” elementary kids series, mid/high youth night, adult special interest activities, chapel prayer time and bible studies; at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley; 765-8800.

Divorce Recovery Group – Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m. at Unity Center, 4465 N. 15th St., Coeur d’Alene; offering emotional support and piece of mind for anyone experiencing divorce; facilitated by Unity Rev. John Considine; 664-1125.

Calvary Lutheran Preschool Fall Registration – now enrolling ages 3-5 for fall classes on Tuesdays-Thursdays, 9-11:30 a.m. at the church at 1011 N. Compton St., Post Falls; $95/monthly tuition per child; call to register, 773-5321.

LCC Gateway Community Dinner – each Sunday, 4:30-6 p.m. at Harding Family Center, 411 N. 15th St.; volunteers are welcome; sponsored by Lake City Community Church, 6000 N. Ramsey Road; 767-0632 or contact judyp@lakecitycc.org.

Lutheran Church of the Master Worship – Sundays, 8:30 a.m. contemporary worship in the Gathering Place, 11 a.m. traditional worship in the Sanctuary, Sunday school for all ages, 9:45 a.m., at 4800 Ramsey Road; 765-1002.

Babies/Pre-school Playgroup – Mondays and Thursdays, 9:30-11 a.m. at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave.; includes fieldtrips, play time and educational programs; 765-8800.

Act Right! Songbird Youth Drama Club – meets Mondays, 4-6 p.m. for Christian youth ages 7-18 at Songbird Performing Arts Center, 315 N. Fourth Ave.; classes $40/month; for details and meeting information, call Chris LeBlanc at 509-475-3175.

Lake City Striders Exercise Group – meets Mondays and Wednesdays, from 8-9 a.m. at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave.; $1 donation per class; 765-8800.

Celebrate Recovery 12-step program at RLM - meets Tuesdays, 6 p.m. and Thursdays, 7 p.m. at Real Life Ministries, 1866 Cecil Road, Post Falls; for information, contact Terry Janke at 777-7325, ext. 107.

Mid-week Prayer and Meditation – Wednesdays, 7 a.m. in the Spirit prayer and meditation; open prayer and chapel time, 7-8 p.m. at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave.; 765-8800.

Men’s Bible Study – Tuesdays at 6:30 a.m. at Real Life Ministries, RLM1, 1866 Cecil Road, Post Falls; contact Dan at 777-7325, ext. 111.

RLM Widows Support Group - meets first and third Tuesday of each month, 1-3 p.m. in Room 6 of RLM2, contact Sharon, 623-2341.

Community United Methodist Church Women’s Bible Study – Wednesdays, 9 a.m. at the church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave.; contact Michelle 765-8800.

Midweek Bible Study – Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at Living Word Presbyterian Church in Athol, 28177 N. Clagstone Road. Information: 683-1638.

Women’s Bible Study – Wednesdays from 10 a.m.-noon at Hayden Bible Church, Information: 772-2511.

Prayers and Quilts Group – meets second Thursday of each month 6:30 p.m. at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave.; 765-8800.

Real Life Ministries Mothers of Preschoolers Post Falls – daytime group meets first and third Tuesday of each month 9:30-11:30 a.m., for information call Rachelle at 777-8412.; evening group meets second Monday of each month, 6:30-8:30 p.m.; for information call Kelly at 773-2377.

RLM Women’s Ministries – Women’s prayer meeting, Wednesdays, noon-1 p.m., at RLM2, Room 6, Real Life Ministries, 1866 Cecil Road, Post Falls; contact Stacy at 964-0086.; also offering other Bible studies, women’s book club third Saturday of each month at Little Seattle Coffee Shop, Patrice at 772-9112; Prism lifestyle change, Claire at 687-2150; and Fresh Start weight loss support, Doug or Diane at 640-1663.

Upcoming

Holiday Bazaar at St. Mark’s Lutheran/Faith Presbyterian – next Saturday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at 9485 Maple St., Hayden; lunch served from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; offerings include white elephant tables, baked goods, lefse, handcrafted items, holiday decorations and more; 772-5251.

Men’s Breakfast at RLM – next Saturday, 8 a.m. in RLM1 at Real Life Ministries, 1866 Cecil Road, Post Falls; (2080 777-7325.

White Elephant Benefit Sale at Christ the King – next Saturday, 8 a.m..-3 p.m. at the church, 1700 Pennsylvania Ave.; multifamily sale with proceeds to benefit a local family in need; contact Don at 664-5377 or call 664-9231.

Catapult Pumpkin-Launching Party – next Sunday, 2 p.m. at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave.; fun disposal of jack-o’-lanterns; games provided for preschool and elementary ages, refreshments; 765-8800.