Religion Calendar
North Idaho This week
First Sunday Brunch – Sunday and the first Sunday of each month, 10:30 a.m. at JB’s Restaurant, 704 W. Appleway. No host, menu orders optional. A ministry of Community United Methodist Church. (208) 765-8800.
Life of Moses Bible Study Fellowship – Classes begin weekly Monday through May with a Monday women’s class at 6:45 p.m. at Anthem Friends Church, 251 W. Miles Ave., Hayden. A women’s day class meets Wednesdays, 9:10 a.m. at Coeur d’Alene Bible Church, 5350 N. Fourth St. and a men’s evening group meets Mondays, 6:55 p.m. at Lake City Community Church, 6000 N. Ramsey Road. BSF also offers age-appropriate classes for children with infant and preschool class (ages 6 weeks to 5 years) during the Wednesday women’s day class, and school-age classes offered with the men’s and women’s evening classes. Children must be registered before attending class. Contact for day class is Linda Green at (208) 661-5888. Women’s evening contact is Chris Pate at (208) 699-1492. Contact for men’s class is Greg Tefft, (208) 667-3221. Or visit bsfinternational.org.
“Operation Shoebox” CWC Luncheon – RSVP by Tuesday for the Coeur d’Alene Christian Women’s Connection lunch on Thursday, noon-1:30 p.m. at The Coeur d’Alene Resort, 115 S. Second St. Featured speakers are Penny Schumacker and a local guest speaker. Music by Larry Martens. Accepting community outreach donations of new undergarments, powdered laundry soap, pajamas, gently used clothing and diapers, and baby wipes for the Union Gospel Mission. $15. RSVP to (208) 659-0743.
Upcoming
Afternoon of Joy UGM Women’s Auxiliary – Sept. 18, 1-2:30 p.m. at the Union Gospel Mission Center for Women and Children, 196 W. Haycraft Ave. (208) 930-4482.
Coeur d’Alene Aglow Lighthouse – Sept. 18, speaker meeting with Pastor Gary Fox, worship and fellowship, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 Hanley Ave. Free child care available. (208) 765-8800.
Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser – Sept. 20, 4-8 p.m. at Peace Lutheran Church, 8134 N. Meyer Road, Post Falls. $5/donation. Proceeds benefit youth programs. Call to RSVP, (208) 765-0727.
Ongoing
All Church Fall Study – Sundays, 9 a.m. Sept. 14-Oct. 26, at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave., Coeur d’Alene. DVD/discussion study of Max Lucado’s “Grace – more than we deserve, greater than we imagine.” (208) 765-8800 or www.cumccda.org.
Faith @ Home Marriage and Family Classes – Variety of classes and workshops offered Sundays and Tuesdays beginning in September at Real Life Ministries, 1866 Cecil Road, Post Falls. Minimal costs may differ, child care available upon reservation. Register online for adult classes at www.reallifeministries.com. (208) 777-7325, ext. 134.
United Methodist Women – First Tuesday of each month, 12:30 p.m. at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Includes program, fellowship and dessert. (208) 765-8800.
Moms in Prayer International – Meets Wednesdays 11 a.m.-noon, call for location. Candace, (208) 755-7339.
Community Family Night For All – Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m. at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Handbells, 5:30 p.m., youth group at 6:30 p.m. Potluck dinner followed by games and all-ages activity, adult choir and youth group for grades 6-12. (208) 765-8800.
Adult Brown Bag Study – Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. in the library at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave. (208) 765-8800.
Early Risers Prayer Group – Tuesday, 6:30 a.m., and Thursdays, 8 a.m., at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Enjoy coffee, prayer, fellowship and Bible study. (208) 765-8800.
Friendship Kitchen – Community meal on Thursdays, 4-5:30 p.m. at St. George’s Parish Center, 2010 N. Lucas St., Post Falls. (208) 773-4715.
Men’s Saturday Breakfast – Fellowship and no-host breakfast, Saturday, 7:30 a.m. at Elmer’s Restaurant, 290 W. Appleway Ave., Coeur d’Alene. A ministry of Community United Methodist Church, Coeur d’Alene. (208) 765-8800.
Spokane Valley This week
Fall Worship Schedule Resumes at Zion Lutheran Church – Traditional worship Sunday at 9 a.m., contemporary worship, 11 a.m. at the church, 8304 E. Buckeye Ave. (509) 926-5407.
Divorce Care and Divorce Care for Kids – Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., through Dec. 8 at Eastpoint Church, 15303 E. Sprague Ave. $25 (509) 533-6880.
Upcoming
Rummage Sale Donations – Now collecting items for the Oct. 4 sale at Opportunity Presbyterian Church, 202 N. Pines Road. (509) 924-9750.
Spokane This week
Yard Sale at Central Lutheran Church – Today, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at the church, 512 S. Bernard St. A barbecue lunch will be available for purchase 11 a.m.-1 p.m. (509) 624-9233.
“Lost and Found” Worship with the Rev. Don Ott – Sunday, 10 a.m. at Central Baptist Church, 19 W. Shannon Ave. (509) 327-9322.
Rally Day at St. Mark’s – Sunday, 9:45 a.m. at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 316 E. 24th Ave. Includes games, Sunday school registration and installation of new teacher. New worship times begin this week with services Sunday at 8:30 and 10:45 a.m. and Saturday 5:30 p.m. Child care available. (509) 747-6677.
Rally Sunday Outdoor Service – Sunday, 10:30 a.m. with chancel and bell choirs followed by a family potluck at Central Lutheran Church, 512 S. Bernard St. Children’s church will be at the same time for age 4 to fifth grade. A community clean-up activity will take place after the meal. (509) 624-9233.
Josh Snodgrass Gospel Guitar Concert – Sunday, 6 p.m. at Crestline Baptist Church, 2206 E. 44th Ave. The award-winning guitarist will perform a variety of music using various playing techniques. A free-will offering will be collected. (509) 335-1447.
“Making Sense of the Bible: Rediscovering the Power of Scripture Today” – Six-week, adult education Adam Hamilton video program offered Sundays, 9:45 a.m., through Oct. 12 at Covenant United Methodist Church, 15515 N. Gleneden Drive. The series poses foundational questions such as how and when was the Bible written and who decided which books were included. (509) 466-1768.
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