Religion calendar
North Idaho This week
Disciplemakers Men’s Breakfast at RLM – One meal, two locations Saturday, 8-10 a.m. at the Post Falls Real Life Ministries Campus, 1866 Cecil Road and Rathdrum RLM Hub at Golden Spikes Estates, 8580 W. Yosemite St. Fellowship outreach ministry for men of all ages. (208) 777-7325.
Upcoming
Independence Day Service Changes at RLM – There will be no services July 4 at the Coeur d’Alene and Post Falls Real Life Ministries campuses. A guest speaker will provide services July 6 at 8:30, 10 and 11:30 a.m. at RLM Post Falls, 1866 Cecil Road, and at the Coeur d’Alene campus, 9 and 11 a.m. and 6 p.m., at 610 N. Fourth St. (208) 777-7325.
Free Piano Concert with Cynthia Marlette – July 12, 7 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 521 Lakeside Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Marlette will be accompanied by Susan Nipp, Kim Cheeley and Ann Krugel. An offering will help support Family Promise, which assists homeless families. (208) 755-0631.
One More Generation - Protecting our Earth – Vacation Bible school for first-fifth grades, July 14-18, 9 a.m.-noon at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave. Join 11-year-old Olivia and her older brother Carter, founders of One More Generation, to explore the world of reducing pollution and increasing recycling for a healthier environment. $10 per child. To register, call (208) 765-8800 or go to www.cumccda.org.
Ongoing
Faith @ Home Monday Night Hub – Mondays, 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Real Life Ministries, 1866 Cecil Road, Post Falls. Free fellowship includes a meal and a class for everyone. Register online for adult classes at www.reallifeministries.com. Child care available upon reservation. (208) 777-7325, ext. 134.
Moms in Prayer International – Meets Wednesdays, 11 a.m.-noon. For location, call Candace, (208) 755-7339.
Brown Bag Study – Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. in the library at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave. (208) 765-8800.
Early Risers – Thursdays, 7 a.m. at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Enjoy coffee, prayer, fellowship and Bible study. (208) 765-8800.
Friendship Kitchen – Community meal on Thursdays, 4-5:30 p.m. at St. George’s Parish Center, 2010 N. Lucas St., Post Falls. (208) 773-4715.
Spokane Valley This week
Monthly Community Dinner – Tuesday and the last Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 2511 S. Pines Road. Those planning to attend are asked to call and leave a message at the church by 1 p.m. on the day of the meal but walk-ins are always welcome. (509) 926-7966.
Upcoming
“Marvelous” Vacation Bible School – For age 3 through sixth grade, July 7-11, 9 a.m.-noon at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 2511 S. Pines Road. Preschoolers should be fully toilet-trained and participants should be born between Sept. 1, 2002, and Jan. 1, 2011. Featuring the staff of Lutherhaven Ministries. Week will conclude with a water slide and potluck barbecue. Register online at www.jvlm.org under the VBS menu tab or call (509) 951-7512.
Alive Vacation Bible School – For kindergarten through fifth grade, July 14-17, 9 a.m.-noon at Valley Real Life, 1831 S. Barker Road, Greenacres. VBS concludes July 17 with a family fun night, 6:30-8 p.m. at the church. To register, visit www.valleyreallife.org or call (509) 232-0840.
Evening Vacation Bible School – For age 3 through eighth grade, and two adult classes, July 20-24, 5:45-8 p.m. at Opportunity Presbyterian Church, 202 N. Pines Road. (509) 924-9750, ext. 239.
Vacation Bible School – For ages 4-11, July 21-25, 9-11:30 a.m., at Hope Lutheran Church, 17909 E. Broadway Ave. To register call (509) 924-1630 or (509) 999-3942.
Spokane This week
St. Charles Altar Society Patio Sale – Today, 9 a.m. -3 p.m. in the school gymnasium at 4515 N. Alberta St. (509) 276-5996.
Community Hymns – Sunday, 3 p.m. at First Free Methodist Church, 1725 W. Courtland Ave. (509) 534-8080.
Foundations of Shin Buddhism Classes – Free study class Sunday, 12:15-1:15 p.m. at Spokane Buddhist Temple, 927 S. Perry St. (509) 534-7954.
“What Makes a Champion” with the Rev. Don Ott – Sunday, 10 a.m. worship at Central Baptist Church, 19 W. Shannon Ave. Adult class is at 9 a.m. No Tuesday morning Bible study this week at the church. (509) 327-9322.
Evening Vacation Bible School – For ages 4-12, Monday through Friday, 6-8:30 p.m. at Linwood Seventh-day Adventist Church, 6525 N. Monroe St. (509) 315-5827.
“The Silence Between the Notes Makes the Music of My Life” Day of Reflection – Register now for the Day of Reflection on Eastern Spirituality and Mysticism Wednesday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at Immaculate Heart Retreat Center, 6910 S. Ben Burr Road. (509) 448-1224.
Neighborhood Barbecue Potlucks – Wednesdays throughout the summer, 6 p.m. at Central Lutheran Church, 512 S. Bernard St. (509) 624-9233.
Wine and Cheese Social, Reading and Book Signing with Paul Coutinho – Thursday, 5-7 p.m. at Immaculate Heart Retreat Center, 6910 S. Ben Burr Road. Register online as space is limited, donations are suggested. (509) 448-1224, ext. 109.
“Launch Out into the Deep” Fisherman’s Retreat – Friday through June 29 at Immaculate Heart Retreat Center, 6910 S. Ben Burr Road. Featuring Paul Coutinho, Pat Neal and Deacon Allen Peterson. $185/person, $100/commuters. (509) 448-1224, ext. 109.
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