Religion notebook

Trinity Lutheran Church Holiday Fest – today, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the church, 812 N. Fifth St.; includes authentic Scandinavian lefse, and other baked goods, raffle, silent auction, sweets and holiday decorations; dessert served from 9 a.m-2 p.m.; soup lunch served from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; contact Clarie at 664-4878.

Community Holiday Festival – today, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave.; includes carnival, homemade soups and sandwiches, arts, crafts and more; vendor space available; call 765-8800.

Shop till You Drop Silent Auction by Christian Women’s Connection – reservations and cancellations due Monday for this event on Thursday, noon-2 p.m. at the Coeur d’Alene Resort, 115 N. Second St.; speaker is Cheryl Carroll presenting “Finding Security in Our Ever Changing World,” guitar music by Jane Smith; $10; call Anita at 687-0291 or Joyce at 687-6906.

Catholic Daughters Our Lady of the Lake Court Memorial Mass – Monday, noon at St. Pius X Roman Catholic Church, 625 E. Haycraft Ave., followed by potluck luncheon reception; Mass is in remembrance of all the deceased Catholic Daughters from the court; contact Ada May Foster at 667-0471.

Camp Twinlow Benefit Night – Thursday, 7:30 p.m. presentation of “Mame” at the Spokane Civic Theater; proceeds support outdoor Christian camping and retreat opportunities at Camp Twinlow on Twin Lakes in Rathdrum; sponsored by Community United Methodist Church; $30, for tickets call 765-8800 or (509) 489-7235.

Kids Movie Night at CUMC – “Cars,” for ages 3 to fifth grade, Friday, 6-7:30 p.m. at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave.; bring a blanket and pillow for this free event; 765-8800.

High School Leadership Courses – Sundays, 9:30 a.m. at RLM1, 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 ages 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 up 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 first, second and third Tuesdays 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.

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, middle/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 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 field trips, 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.

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.

Midweek 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.

CUMC Women’s Bible Study – first Tuesday of the month, 12:30 p.m. at Community United Methodist 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.

Poetry Group – meets third Wednesday of the month, 7-8 p.m. at Community United Methodist Church; 6 p.m. potluck is optional; 765-8800.

Women’s Bible Study – Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 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 Lutheran Church of the Master – next Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at the church, 4800 Ramsey Road; includes crafts and ornaments, gourmet foods, baked goods, raffles and lunch; 765-1002.

Men’s Fellowship Breakfast - next Saturday, 7:30 a.m. at IHOP restaurant, 2301 N. Fourth; men and boys of all ages welcome; 765-8500.