Religion notebook
“Signs of Christmas” Youth Christmas Pageant – Free Sunday performances at 8:30 and 11 a.m. at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave. 765-8800.
“Celebrate the Season” Coeur d’Alene Christian Women’s Connection – Thursday, noon-2 p.m. at The Coeur d’Alene Resort, 115 S. Second St. Featuring Holiday Entertaining and Etiquette by Sharon Alwin, and Resolving Life’s Issues through Quilting, by Gail Greco. Entertainment by local artist, Cher Lieske. Nonperishable food bank donations are welcome. $10. For reservations, call 687-0291 or 687-6906.
“A Christmas Carol,” by Christian Youth Theater-North Idaho – Free performance next Saturday at 11 a.m. at Life Source Church at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave. Seventeen local youths star in the holiday season production, which is now available for show bookings from Thanksgiving weekend through Dec. 21. (208) 819-9281.
Post Falls Church of the Nazarene - Sunday worship, 10 a.m. Wednesday family night, 7 p.m. opportunities for all ages, at the church, 308 W. 12th Ave., Post Falls. 773-4621.
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., 4800 Ramsey Road. 765-1002.
Calvary Lutheran Church (ELCA) – Sunday worship at 8 and 10:30 a.m., and Play and Adult Forum, 9:20 a.m. Preschool Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 9-11:30 a.m. for ages 3-5 at 1011 N. Compton St., Post Falls. 773-5321.
New Adult Bible Study Programs at CUMC – Disciple I: “Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study,” Mondays, 6-8 p.m., a 34-week class that covers the Bible from Creation to the New Jerusalem; Disciple III, “Remember Who You Are,” Sundays beginning in Sept., 6:15-8:30 p.m. Faithlinks drop-in study concerning current events; Hand in Hand for those with children; Wednesday Morning Ladies Bible Study at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave. For information, call 765-8800.
Kidmo and Lil’K Children’s Ministry - Sunday, 9:45-10:45 a.m. between worship services at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley; new program for ages 3-grade 5. 765-8800.
Catholic Young Adult Group - for ages 18 and older, meets first, second and third Tuesdays for Bible study and prayer, 7-8 p.m. at St. George’s Catholic Church, 2010 N. Lucas St., Post Falls; for more information, call Jennifer at 704-6550.
Brown Bag Lunch Group – Wednesdays, noon at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave.; currently studying the letters of Paul; 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 peace of mind for anyone experiencing divorce; facilitated by Unity Rev. John Considine; 664-1125.
Coeur d’ Alene Dharma Friends - meets first and third Thursdays of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Life Center Therapies for Well Being, 1319 N. Government Way; includes meditation and study in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition; for more information, call 665-5862.
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.
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.
Upcoming
CUMC Men’s Fellowship Breakfast – Next Saturday, 7:30 a.m. at Coeur d’Alene IHOP restaurant, 2301 N. Fourth St. Men and boys of all ages are welcome to order from the menu then enjoy an interesting program. For more information, call Community United Methodist Church at 765-8800.