Religion Calendar

Eastern Washington This Week

Raise a Glass Fundraiser - Wine-tasting and appetizers, with non-alcoholic drinks, too. Also, wine bottle raffle and a silent auction. Donations benefit the Spokane Buddhist Temple. Sunday, 2-5 p.m., Mirabeau Hotel and Convention Center, 1100 N. Sullivan Road, Spokane Valley. $10 donation.

Mark Lowry, The Martins and Stan Whitmire - Grammy-nominated trio with singer/songwriter/comedian Lowry and pianist Whitmire. Sunday, 6 p.m., Turning Point Open Bible Church, 11911 N. Division St., Fairwood. $25-$30. (800) 965-9324.

Give Him More! Vacation Bible School - For students in kindergarten through sixth grade. With relay races, games, prizes, refreshments, fun and tricks. Friday Awards Night begins at 7 p.m. Transportation available: (509) 684-3983 or (509) 499-5812. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon, Arden Faith Baptist Church, 673 Arden Hill Road, Colville. (509) 684-3983.

Teen Time - For students in seventh-12th grades. God wants to answer the questions you have about him. Transportation available: (509) 684-3983 or (509) 714-8208. Monday-Thursday, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Arden Faith Baptist Church, 673 Arden Hill Road, Colville.

Spokane Interfaith Council - Meets third Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Kress Gallery, River Park Square, 808 W. Main Ave., level three. (360) 989-8217.

Summer VBS Enrichment - Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays from Tuesday through Aug. 27. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Greenbluff Community United Methodist Church, 9908 E. Green Bluff Road, Green Bluff. (509) 238-9100.

Ambassador Baptist College - Students perform in ensembles and quartets. Tuesday, 7 p.m., Arden Faith Baptist Church - Colville, 673 Arden Hill Road, Colville. Free. (509) 684-3983.

Upcoming

Stone Soup Cafe - The Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist and St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church are offering “Stone Soup Cafe,” a vacation Bible school for children ages 3-14. For more information or to volunteer, contact Tracey Waring at tlwaring728@msn.com or (509) 481-1167 or St. Andrew’s at (509) 325-5252. June 22-Aug. 28, 8:30 a.m., St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 2404 N. Howard St.

Brick by Brick Vacation Bible School - All things Lego, Minecraft and summer will converge on Valley Real Life for “Brick by Brick,” a vacation Bible school for students entering kindergarten through fifth grade in fall 2015. VBS concludes with a family fun night on June 25 from 6:30-8 p.m. Families are invited to attend this evening event which includes inflatables, concessions (popcorn and cotton candy) and a short program. For more information or to register, visit www.vrl.church. June 22-25, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Valley Real Life Ministries, 1831 S. Barker Road, Greenacres. (509) 232-0840.

Journey Off the Map! Vacation Bible School - Join us as we discover truths about Jesus, the ultimate guide. Kids will enter the Worship Rally at The Overlook study. While on their journey, kids will also visit Survival Springs for missions and snacks, Rappelling Ravine for recreation and Shady Grove for crafts. Children ages 3 to 5 who have not yet attended kindergarten are admitted for a $5 Expedition Fee which includes all supplies. June 22-26, 9-11:30 a.m., Bethel Church of the Nazarene, 1111 South Thor. $5. (509) 534-7751.

Vacation Bible School - For children in preschool through sixth grade. This year’s theme is “Hometown Nazareth.” Kids will be able to experience what it was like in the city where Jesus grew up. Contact (509) 467-8986 or visit www.SFNAZ.org to register or with questions. June 22-26, 9:30 a.m.-noon, First Church of the Nazarene, 9004 N. Country Homes Blvd., Town and Country. $4 per person.

“Son Spark Labs” Vacation Bible School - “Discovering God’s Plan 4U” is the theme of this year’s vacation Bible school. Children age 4 through those entering sixth grade will learn Bible stories and enjoy music, crafts, games and science experiments. The week will wrap up with a short program and a family barbecue on Friday at 6 p.m. To register, call (509) 325-4882 or visit www.newhopecrc.org. June 22-26, 6-8:30 p.m., New Hope Christian Reformed Church, 3110 W. Francis Ave.

Rummage Sale - Sale runs from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. June 27, Messiah Lutheran Church, 4202 N. Belt St. (509) 327-4446.

Rainforest Adventure Vacation Bible School - Get ready for a week of games, crafts, songs, skits, stories and more. For more information or to get a registration form, go to www.clspokane.org or call (509) 624-9233. June 29-July 2, 9 a.m., Central Lutheran Church, 512 S. Bernard St.

Community Dinner - Free family-friendly dinner for anyone who would like to have a meal in fellowship with others. Reservations are helpful, but not required. Call the office at (509) 926-7966. June 30, 6 p.m., Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 2511 S. Pines Road, Spokane Valley. Free.

The Assurance Trio - A ladies trio from Heartland Baptist Bible College in Oklahoma City. July 1, 7 p.m., Arden Faith Baptist Church, 673 Arden Hill Road, Colville. (509) 684-3983.

The Singing Nuns Luncheon Concert - Celebrate Mount St. Michael’s centennial with catering and a concert by the Singing Nuns. Reservations required by June 20. Tours begin, museum and gift shop open at 11:30 a.m.; lunch served followed by the concert at 1 p.m. Visit www.singingnuns.com. July 2, 11:30 a.m., Mount St. Michael, 8500 N. St. Michaels Road. $15/person. (509) 467-1077.

Idaho This Week

Country Western Gospel Jubilee - Music by The Jubileers and Patti Parks with special guest The Glory Band. Today, 6:30 p.m., Lake City Community Church, 6000 N. Ramsey Road, Coeur d’Alene. Free admission. (208) 704-2739.

Friendship Kitchen - Community meal on Thursdays, 4-5:30 p.m. Thursday, St. George’s Parish Center, 2010 N. Lucas St., Post Falls. Free. (208) 773-4715.