Religion notebook

Explosion 7-7-7 Christian Concert – today, 2:15-8 p.m. at Coeur d’Alene City Park downtown. Featured bands include Sergey Briksa, Sons of Day, Record of Life and Paper Rings, also a girl’s dance team, testimonies, Christian Comedians and an appearance by Spirit 101.9 fm radio. Contact Simon or Tania at (509) 294-2504.

“Baubles, Bangles and Beads” Coeur d’Alene Christian Women’s Connection Luncheon – Reservations and cancellations due Monday for the event on Thursday , noon-2 p.m. at the Coeur d’Alene Resort, 115 S. Second St. Guest speaker is Win Edvalds, and featuring Luxe Jewels and Kim Huender presenting “Create Your Own Jewelry.” Complimentary childcare by reservation. Reservations not kept must be paid. $10. 687-0291 or 687-6906.

Christian Youth Theater Summer Camp – Now registering ages 6-13 for weeklong camps beginning Monday, “Hats Off to Dr. Seuss,” Monday-Friday and “Star-spangled Kids,” July 16-20, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, with a performance at the end of each camp on Friday, 3 p.m. Held at Coeur d’Alene High School, 5530 N. Fourth St. $150/week session, $15 discount for siblings in same camp. Limited scholarships available. Call to register, (509) 838-5714 or (509) 435-3436 or e-mail cytnorthidaho@comcast.net.

Fall Elementary Discipleship Program Registration – now registering for the Fall Friday night program for ages kindergarten through fifth grade at Real Life Ministries, 1866 Cecil Road, Post Falls. Contact Ann at 777-7325, ext. 148.

Lutheran Church of the Master Summer Worship – 8:30 a.m. contemporary worship, 10 a.m. traditional worship in the Sanctuary; no Sunday School classes during the summer months; at 4800 Ramsey Road; 765-1002.

Wednesday Weekly Teen Hangouts – Summer program for teens with lunch and activities, Wednesdays, lunch at noon, leave for activity at 1 p.m., return at 5:30 at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave.; 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.

W.O.W. RLM Women’s Ministries – five-week Women of the Word, Biblical Womanhood/Divine Design study, Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon, through August at Real Life Ministries, 1866 Cecil Road, Post Falls, call Linda at 640-1151; also offering other Bible studies and various women’s fellowship opportunities, 777-7325.

Upcoming

“Battle on the Bluff” Men’s Community Competition – next Saturday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the bluff above Squaw Bay around Lake Coeur d’Alene. See which community will win the first Bluff Trophy. Sponsored by Real Life Ministries in Post Falls. $20/each, $5/age 17 and younger, includes food and drinks. Contact Keith at 777-7325, ext. 216.

Single Adults Rafting Trip – Fun opportunity for legally single adults to raft the Clark Fork River in Montana. Sponsored by Real Life Ministries in Post Falls. $70/day trip July 21, $85/overnight July 21-22. For details, call LJ Brown at 777-7325, ext. 134.

Rathdrum/Spirit Lake/Athol Community Church in the Park – Presented by Real Life Ministries, July 29, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Day Use area at Farragut State Park near Bayview. Potluck barbecue follows service with meat and drinks provided. Contact Jennifer at 777-7325.

Wild Women Up the River Retreat – August 3-5 at Shoshone Base Camp in the Panhandle National Forest on the North Fork of the Coeur d’Alene River. Choose your biking or hiking adventure Saturday, then go river rafting in Montana on Sunday. $155/$165 person, includes a t-shirt, lodging and four meals. Call to register, 667-3459, ext. 10 or register online at http://www.lutherhaven.com/.

Wild Women Mother/Daughter Weekend Retreat – Aug. 10-12 at Camp Lutherhaven on Lake Coeur d’Alene. Activities include crafts, swimming, hiking, canoeing, rock climbing, singing, worship, and fellowship. Call to register, 667-3459, ext. 10 or register online at http://www.lutherhaven.com/.

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