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Eastern Washington

This Week

Creating a Culture of Generosity - Bruce Barkhauer and the Rev. Jerry Lang will lead this two-day stewardship learning event. Today, Country Homes Christian Church, 8415 N. Wall St., Country Homes. Free.

Eastern Washington Aglow Retreat - The retreat’s theme is “Pearl of Great Price.” Sande Lofberg, Aglow regional director from South Dakota, is the keynote speaker. For more information, visit www.ecwaglow. com/?p=1040. Today, Best Western Plus Lake Front Hotel, 3000 Marina Drive, Moses Lake. Free, $20 for catered lunch. (509) 765-9211.

The Miracles of Jesus - Explore the miracles of Jesus to discover what they reveal about who Jesus is and what God wants to do in us and through us. This four-week series will be led by the Rev. Brenna Stanfield, youth intern Alexa Eisenbarth and student associate minister Rachael Phelps. Sunday, Audubon United Methodist Church, 3908 N. Driscoll Blvd. (509) 290-1992.

Sunday Service - Pastor Gene Gentry will share details about a mission/work trip to Haiti this summer. Call (509) 327-9322 if you need a ride. Breakfast is served at 9 a.m., adult class begins at 9:30 a.m., and children and youth classes begin at 9:45 a.m. Worship begins at 11 a.m. Nursery is provided during classes and worship for children age 1 month through 3 years. Adult Bible study begins at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday. Sunday, 9 a.m., Central Baptist Church, 19 W. Shannon Ave.

Community Hymn Sing - For more information, call (509) 534-8080. Sunday, 3 p.m., Emmanuel Presbyterian Church, 1926 W. Chelan Ave.

Yom HaShoah - Holocaust Observance Ceremony - With keynote speaker Robert Herschkowitz, a Belgian Jewish child survivor of the Holocaust. Winning entries in the Eva Lassman Memorial Creative Writing Contest will be read and art contest winners will be displayed. Candle lighting ceremony and children’s processional with music performed by Ferris High School Ensemble. Sunday, 7 p.m., Temple Beth Shalom, 1322 E. 30th Ave. Free. (509) 747-3304.

Catholic Charities Volunteer Information Session - Learn about the many volunteer opportunities available and how to help others in need. RSVP to Brigid Krause at (509) 358-4270 or bkrause@ccspokane.org. Tuesday, 10-11:15 a.m., Catholic Charities Family Services Center, 12 E. Fifth Ave. (509) 358-4250.

“Prayer: How Do You Do It? Simple Strategies and Practical Solutions” - The Rev. Jeff Core will lead this day of prayer on prayer. The day begins with a rosary at 9 a.m., includes two conferences, lunch, the sacrament of reconciliation, Mass and closes with the Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Call (509) 448-1224 or visit www.ihrc.net for more information. Wednesday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Immaculate Heart Retreat Center, 6910 S. Ben Burr Road. $35, $45 for a room for the day.

Women of Compassion - Songs and testimony from Sandi Patty following desserts and coffee. Proceeds support the ministry of Life Services. For more information, visit www.lifeservices.org. Thursday, 6 p.m., Turning Point Open Bible Church, 11911 N. Division St., Fairwood. $25/per ticket; $350/underwriting block of 10 with two backstage passes. (509) 327-0701.

Taste of Judaism - Curious about Judaism? Interested in conversion? Join us in discussion of the basic Jewish concepts of spirituality, ethics and community. Email templesec@spokanetbs.org to register. Thursday, 6 p.m., Temple Beth Shalom, 1322 E. 30th Ave. Free/TBS members; $30/non-TBS members. (509) 747-3304.

Spirituality, Creativity & Community Class - The class will combine reading “The Creative Call” by Janice Elsheimer with weekly invitations to share, reflect and create. There will be a small fee for materials. Heather Berndt will lead the class and can be contacted at heather@soulativity.com for more details. Class size is limited to 12 people and is open to anyone in the community. Friday, 6-8:30 p.m., Millwood Presbyterian Church, 3223 N. Marguerite Road, Millwood.

Life’s Journey Program - A free series of five classes exploring issues related to aging, focusing on caregiving to relatives, self or loved ones – before, during and after life’s journey. Call (509) 448-2255 with questions and to RSVP. Friday, 6:30-7:45 p.m., St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 316 E. 24th Ave.

Idaho This Week

Northwest Sacred Music Chorale Sings Elijah! - Felix Mendelssohn’s classic Oratorio based on events in the life of the prophet Elijah. Tickets available at www.nwsmc.org. Today and Sunday, 7 p.m., Salvation Army Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d’Alene. $15/adults, $12/seniors and students. (208) 446-2333.

Financial Stewardship - You’ve done the budgeting and used the worksheets, but things just aren’t getting better. What if you missed something? Financial Stewardship encourages us to take a few steps back and start with the right foundation. This class will cover the importance of getting your house in order, the priority of prayer, the principle of hard work, and common mistakes and encouragement. Monday, 6-7:30 p.m., Salvation Army Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 667-1865.

Brown Bag Studies - Held each Wednesday in the church library. All men and women welcome to participate in a wide variety of Bible and book/video studies. Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.-noon, Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave., Coeur d’Alene. www.cumccda.org. (208) 765-8800.

Youth Group - Dinner followed by activities for youth groups (grades 3-5 and 6-12) are held each Wednesday. Join the fun and bring a friend. Wednesday, 6-7:45 p.m., Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave., Coeur d’Alene. (208) 765-8800.

Friendship Kitchen - Community meal on Thursdays, 4-5:30 p.m. Thursday, St. George’s Parish Center, 2010 N. Lucas St., Post Falls. Free. (208) 773-4715.

North Idaho Aglow Encounter - Sande Lofberg, Aglow regional director from South Dakota, is the keynote speaker. April 24-25 at the Coeur d’Alene Resort. Cost is $65 and includes a luncheon on Saturday; registration is required. Call Marcia Phillips at (208) 946-7834 or email phillipsranch@yahoo.com.