Religion Notebook: Annual Kosher Dinner Sunday at Temple Beth Shalom

Temple Beth Shalom, 1322 E. 30th Ave., will present its 66th annual Kosher Dinner Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The congregation will serve 1,200 pounds of beef brisket, 3,000 potato knishes, 360 pounds of carrots, appetizers, side dishes and desserts.

The afternoon will feature a variety of Jewish entertainment such as the Klezmer Band, Chutzpah, the Kosher Redhots and the Mavens.

Tickets are available at Huppin’s Hi-Fi Photo and Video, 421 W. Main Ave.; Manito Ship and Copy, 2920 S. Grand Blvd.; Pawn One North, 8014 N. Division St.; Pawn One Valley, 11812 E. Sprague Ave.; Gonzaga University Crosby Student Center, 1100 N. Standard; online at www.pgiinc.com; and at the door.

Tickets are $14 for general admission and $7 for kids 11 and younger.

For more information, call 623-0372.

Novena of Grace

St. Aloysius Roman Catholic Church, 330 E. Boone Ave., will celebrate its 80th annual Novena of Grace Saturday through March 18.

The nine-day period of concentrated prayer will be led by the Rev. Tom Lamanna and Cindy Reopelle daily at 12:15, 3:30 and 5:15 p.m., except for Sundays, when the first Novena will be at 12:30 p.m. to accommodate regular Sunday services.

The Novena dates to 1613 in Goa, India, when St. Francis Xavier cured a boy who had been disabled from birth.

The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be offered 45 minutes before each service, and anyone wishing to receive the Sacrament of Anointing the Sick may do so at all services on March 17.

For more information, call the church office at 323-5896.

Concerts

“The Episcopal Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, 127 E. 12th Ave., will present Ringspiration 2007 Sunday at 4 p.m.

Along with the handbell choir, the concert will feature music from brass and organ performers.

For more information, call Diane Williams at 448-1309.

“The Unity Church of Truth, 2900 S. Bernard St., will present James Twyman, an author and peace troubadour today at 7 p.m.

The concert is part of the Season of Peace and Nonviolence.

The cost of admission is $15.

For more information, call the church office at 838-6518, or visit www.unityspokane.org.

“St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 6905 N. Country Homes Blvd., will present the choir of Wisconsin Lutheran College Saturday at 7 p.m.

The choir will perform music from Bach, Mozart, Rachmaninoff, Mendelssohn and more.

For more information, call the church office at 326-3766.

Films at Heritage

Heritage Congregational Church, 1801 E. 29th Ave., will present a travel and adventure film, “The Real World of New Zealand,” Sunday at 2 p.m.

The film will discuss the history, beauty and opportunities for adventure of the country.

The church will also present “Patrick of Ireland” on Wednesday.

The event will begin with a supper of soup and bread at 5:30 p.m.

For more information, call the church office at 624-5090.

Anniversary celebration

Hamblen Park Presbyterian Church will celebrate the 50th anniversary of its church charter Sunday at noon with a lunch at the Mukogawa Fort Wright Institute, 4000 W. Randolph Road.

The lunch will include turkey with stuffing and gravy, mashed potatoes and green beans.

The celebration will also feature reflections of the members of the church and an audiovisual presentation.

The cost of tickets is $12 for adults, $6 for children ages 6-11, and free for kids 5 and younger.

For more information, call the church office at 448-2909.

Lenten film series

Manito United Methodist Church, 3220 S. Grand Blvd., is presenting “The Gospel According to St. Matthew” on Saturday at 6 p.m.

Part of the church’s Lenten Film and Discussion Series, the film is from 1964 and has subtitles.

For more information, call the church office at 747-4577.

Spring luncheon and card party

St. Francis of Assisi, 4420 N. Jefferson St., will present a spring luncheon and card party Tuesday from noon to 3 p.m.

The lunch will include stuffed turkey tenderloin, potatoes, salad and a surprise dessert.

The cost is $6 per person, and reservations must be made by today.

For more information, call Mary Anne at 325-0015 or Stell at 328-7104.

St. Patrick’s Day party

Catholic Charities of Spokane will present the “Spirit of St. Patrick Party” Friday at 6:30 p.m. in the Mukogawa Fort Wright Commons, 4000 W. Randolph Road.

The event will include Irish food, dancing and prizes.

The proceeds will benefit St. Margaret’s Shelter, which serves homeless women and children.

The cost is $45 per person.

For more information, call 358-4254.

Rummage sales

“Highland Park United Methodist Church, 611 S. Garfield, will hold it annual rummage sale Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

For more information, call the church office at 535-2687.

“Trinity United Methodist Church, 1725 E. Bridgeport Ave., will present a book and rummage sale Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Items for sale include sheet music, art, jewelry and collectibles.

For more information, call the church office at 483-2361.