religion notebook

This week

Holiday Bazaar – 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Holy Family Catholic School, 3005 W. Kathleen Ave. Includes crafts, gifts, candles, jewelry and Santa from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 765-4327.

“My Cruise With Bishop Tutu (and several others)” – Shirley Thagard presentation Sunday at 10:30 a.m. at the Harding Family Center, 411 N. 15th St. Presented by the North Idaho Unitarian Universalist Church. 765-0716.

Upcoming

Opera and Chocolate – Next Saturday at 7 p.m. at Unity Church of North Idaho, 4465 N. 15th St. Concert and desserts featuring vocalists Julie Croteau, Julie Powell and Bob Brannan. $10/suggested donation, proceeds benefit the UCNI music department. 664-1125.

Bazaar and Food Festival – Next Saturday from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at St. Mark’s Lutheran-Faith Presbyterian Church, 9485 Maple St., in Hayden. Offerings includes collectible treasures, crafts, gifts, bake sale, Georgia pecans and Lefse. Lunch served from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. 772-6450.

Boy Scout Troop 211 Chili/Soup Dinner – Fundraiser Nov. 22 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Coeur d’Alene Bible Church, 5350 N. Fourth St. Tickets $6/adults, $2.50 kids age 12 and younger, available at the door or in advance. Call Sam at 755-2526.

Weekly events

Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen – A free lunch program to be served from 1-2 p.m. on the first and third Sundays of every month at Lutheran Church of the Master, 4800 N. Ramsey Road. Sponsored by the church’s Outreach Ministry. Contact Mitch at 660-4309 or mitch@agencysoftware.com.

The Ecumenical Food Kitchen – Thursdays, 11:30-12:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 521 Lakeside Ave. Each week free lunch is served by a different area church. 667-8446.

Falls Christian Assembly – Sunday School for all ages, 9:45 a.m. Sunday morning worship service at 10:45 a.m., Sunday evening worship at 6 p.m. Wednesday adult Bible study, Ignite Youth Group and Kids Action Club, all meet at 7 p.m. at the church at 1687 E. Horsehaven Ave. 773-4722.

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 with Holy Communion, 9 a.m. Sunday school and adult forum, 10:20; nursery care provided. Preschool Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 9-11:30 a.m. for ages 3-5. Weekly activities include small groups, Bible studies, quilting, scrapbooking, confirmation and youth group at 1011 N. Compton St., Post Falls. 773-5321.

Sunday Morning Study at CUMC – Adult Bible study, 9:45 a.m.; ongoing Hand in Hand class focusing on scripture and current life issues; Wednesday Morning Ladies Bible Study at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave. For information, call 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.; new study, “Selling Your Soul on ebay.” Newcomers are welcome. 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 Thursdays at 5 p.m. at Life Center Therapies for Well Being, 1319 N. Government Way; includes meditation and study in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition; for 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.

Take 6 – Adult, youth and kids activities on Wednesdays. Dinner from 5:30-6:30 p.m. followed by adult basketball, beginner to expert knitting circle, video study, Confronting the Controversies: Biblical Perspectives on Tough Issues, book club discussion, “Water for Elephants,” choir and handbell rehearsal open to newcomers, Youth Study Hall and Hangout, and Mysteries and Puzzles kids activity. New choices every six weeks at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave.; 765-8800.

Women’s Bible Study– Wednesdays, 9 a.m. at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley; newcomers always welcome; 765-8800

Women’s Bible Study – Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-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.

Celebrate Recovery classes - meets Tuesdays at 6 p.m., Thursdays at 7 p.m. and Saturdays at 4 p.m. at Real Life Ministries, 1866 Cecil Road, Post Falls. Contact Pat at 777-7325, ext. 219 or Terry at ext. 107.