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Religion calendar

Deer prance past the “brown chapel” on the grounds of the Immaculate Heart Retreat Center in September 2011. The center will host Andi McGoran for coffee and a discussion of “Taize Prayer: An Invitation to Intimacy” on March 18. See listing for more details. (FILE)

This week

Assumption Parish School Open House - All are welcome to meet the school’s teachers, principal and pastor, tour classrooms and ask about the curriculum, faith formation, service, advanced courses and athletics. Visit www.assumptioncatholic.org or call (509) 328-1115 for more information. Today, 1-6 p.m., Assumption Parish School, 3618 W. Indian Trail Road. (509) 328-1115.

Midweek Lenten Soup Suppers and Services - Thursdays through March 26 with soup supper at 5:45 p.m. and the Lenten midweek service at 7 p.m. Central Lutheran Church, 512 S. Bernard St. (509) 624-9233.

“The Upper Room” - Friday through Sunday. St. Michael’s Academy High School drama class is presenting a Lenten drama of Christ’s Passion by Robert Hugh Benson. Showtimes are Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Mount St. Michael’s, 8500 N. St. Michael’s Road. Advance tickets: $10/adults, $5/students; $2 more at the door. (509) 467-0986, ext. 100.

St. Mary’s Catholic School Auction - 43rd annual legacy auction with silent auction at 5 p.m. and dinner at 6 p.m. Age 21 and older. Friday, Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $50. (509) 924-4300, ext. 206.

Lenten Fish Fry - Hosted by the Knights of Columbus. The meal of baked or fried fish, french fries or baked potato, clam chowder or soup of the week bread bowls, cole slaw, rolls and garlic bread will be served from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. every Friday in Lent. The Stations of the Cross follows at 7 p.m. The church will also be collecting diapers, baby clothes and other items for the Catholic Charities Childbirth and Parenting Assistance program. Friday, 5:30 p.m., St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 304 S. Adams Road, Spokane Valley. Donations accepted at the door. (509) 928-3210.

25th Annual Christian Heritage School Benefit Auction and Rummage Sale - The rummage sale runs from 7-11 a.m. Saturday in the elementary school gym. The silent auction bidding starts at 8 a.m. in the high school gym with the live auction to follow at 1 p.m. All proceeds will benefit the school. Child care, breakfast, lunch and snacks available. For more information, contact the school at (509) 236-2224 or www.chspatriots.com. Christian Heritage School, 48009 Ida Ave. East, Edwall. (509) 236-2224.

Enlighten the Darkness of My Heart: A Lenten Reflection Day - Take time apart for prayer and reflection during the season of Lent. Join with others for this day of quiet renewal in a relaxing spiritual atmosphere to seek God in the ordinary, in Scripture and in your heart. Friday, 10 a.m., St. Joseph Family Center, 1016 N. Superior St. $30. (509) 483-6495.

Making Sense of the Christian Faith - Are you comfortable explaining the Christian faith to others? Come and take part in a five-part series led by Pastor Kate and Pastor Eric. They will be using material by theologian David Lose. Sunday, 9:45 a.m., St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 316 E. 24th Ave. (509) 747-6677.

The Rock and Worship Roadshow - Featuring MercyMe, Crowder, Matt Maher, Jamie Grace, Tedashii, Group 1 Crew, guest speaker Shaun Groves and introducing I Am They and Jon Guerra. Sunday, 6 p.m., Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave. $10/door. (800) 325-SEAT.

LGBTQ Issues - By Spokane Police Chief Frank Straub. Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., Bethany Presbyterian Church, 2607 S. Ray St. Free. (760) 223-0161.

Coffee and Contemplation with Andi McGoran - The topic for this spiritual discussion and prayer event for people of all denominations is “Taize Prayer: An Invitation to Intimacy.” For more information or to register, call (509) 448-1224 or visit www.ihrc.net. Wednesday, 9-11 a.m., Immaculate Heart Retreat Center, 6910 S. Ben Burr Road. $10. (509) 448-1224.

Women’s Club Spring Lunch and Card Party - Lunch will be followed by bridge, pinochle or the card game of your choice. To reserve a spot, call Mary Ann at (509) 466-4260 or Gina at (509) 328-4818, before Sunday. Wednesday, noon-3 p.m., St. Francis of Assisi, 4420 N. Jefferson St. $8. (509) 325-1321.

Lenten Soup Supper & Devotion - The devotion “I Am the True Vine” presented by the Rev. Barbara Caviezel is based on the book by Rob Fuquay called “The God We Can Know: Exploring the ‘I Am’ Sayings of Jesus.” After the soup supper, age-appropriate lessons and crafts will be offered for kids K-5th grade and youth group for grades 6th-12th. Nursery is available. For more information, call (509) 448-7102. Wednesday, 6-7:45 p.m., Moran United Methodist Church, 3601 E. 65th Ave. (509) 448-7102.

The Untethered Soul - Learn how our spirituality allows us to be the complete and free souls we are all yearning to be in this four-week class. Call (509) 838-6518 or visit www.unityspokane.org/events for more information. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., Unity Spiritual Center, 2900 S. Bernard St. (509) 389-7290.

Upcoming

39th Annual Flannery Lecture - Hill Fletcher, professor of theology at Fordham University, will present “Love in a Weighted World: The Broken Heart of the Catholic Identity.” The lecture is open to the public. Call (509) 313-6782 or visit gonzaga.edu/religious-studies for more information. March 19, 7:30 p.m., Gonzaga University, 502 E. Boone Ave. Free. (509) 328-4220.

“Rise Up Singing” - Features local spoken word and musical performers to kick off the Peace & Economic Justice Action Conference. Performances include musical comedian Michael Glatzmaier, music by Lucas Brookbank Brown, belly dancing by Paloma Skye and Nicole Richardson, spoken word by Diamond Young and Josh Pearce, and improvised comedy by the Blue Door Theatre. March 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Unitarian Universalist Church, 4340 W. Fort George Wright Drive. Free. (509) 838-7870.

24th Annual Auction & Dinner Fundraiser for Youth Camping & Activities - Items preview 4:30-5 p.m. Dinner served 5-6 p.m. and consists of creamy baked spaghetti, green salad and garlic bread. Silent auction throughout the evening and loud auction begins at 6 p.m. Free child care provided beginning at 6 p.m. Supports sending kids to camp. March 21, United Valley Methodist Church, 115 N. Raymond Road, Spokane Valley. Dinner: $10/adults, $5/age 10 and younger. (509) 924-7262.

Christian Singles Fellowship - Speaker John Gruss will discuss “The Price is Right: God’s Free Gift of Salvation.” CSF is a nondenominational, area-wide singles group. For more information, call (509) 927-0304 or go to www.csfspokane.com. March 21, 7 p.m., North Addison Baptist Church, 6120 N. Addison St. (509) 927-0304.

Mary, Model of Perfect Discipleship - This day of prayer will be led by the Rev. Jeff Lewis, who will explore the Gospel scenes of the annunciation, the visitation and the Nativity. The day begins with a rosary at 9 a.m., includes two conferences, lunch, the sacrament of reconciliation, Mass and closes with adoration. Register in advance by calling (509) 448-1224 or visiting www.ihrc.net. March 25, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Immaculate Heart Retreat Center, 6910 S. Ben Burr Road. $35/includes lunch, $45/includes use of a private room for the day. (509) 448-1224.