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The faithful and nuns attend a Palm Sunday Mass celebrated by Pope Benedict XVI in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican in 2007. (Associated Press)

Eastern Washington

This week

Easter for Kids - Fun-filled family affair primarily for children ages 3-12, centered around the Easter story, with crafts, music, video and Easter egg hunt to follow. Lunch is included. Register online at www.stmatthewspokane.org or by phone. Today, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 6905 N. Country Homes Blvd. Free. (509) 326-3766.

Authors Jan Foland and Therese Marszalek - Foland, retired Spokane teacher and founder of Off Broadway Family Outreach in West Central Spokane, is the author of “Tork’s Hope Journey.” Marszalek is the author of recently released “40 Days,” “40 Days Devotional Journal” and four other inspirational books that will also be available. The Father’s LoveLine, a greeting card line with sketches by Jan Foland, will also be on display. A book signing and open house will follow the presentations. Today, 11 a.m., Kaufer’s Religious Supplies, 907 W. Boone Ave. (509) 326-7073.

Spaghetti Feed and Bluegrass Concert - Music by the Mountain Dew Boys. A silent auction will also take place. Proceeds benefit church member Savannah, who has been battling cancer for the past four years. For more information, call (509) 979-2607. Today, 5:30-7 p.m., Greenbluff Community United Methodist Church, 9908 E. Green Bluff Road, Green Bluff. $10 adults, $5 ages 5-12, free 4 and younger. (509) 238-9100.

Palm Sunday - Services at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. At 10:20 a.m., gather outside the church and wave palm branches as two Jerusalem donkeys enter the sanctuary. For more information, call (509) 448-7102. Sunday, 9 a.m., Moran United Methodist Church, 3601 E. 65th Ave. (509) 448-7102.

Palm Sunday Service - Sunday, 10:30 a.m., Westminster Congregational Church of Christ, 411 S. Washington St. (509) 624-1366.

Palm Sunday - 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Opportunity Christian, 708 N. Pines Road, Spokane Valley. (509) 926-3691.

Free Your Mind: Change Your Life through PSYCH-K - Workshop introduces the PSYCH-K process, based on the work of Bruce Lipton, author of “Biology of Belief,” who teaches that our subconscious beliefs drive our lives most of the time. Presented by Karen Johnson, a certified PSYCH-K instructor. Sunday, 1 p.m., The Unity Center, 4123 E. Lincoln Road. Free. (509) 939-1233.

Hymns My Mother Used to Sing - An evening of singing and learning about the origins of hymns. Majs. Ernie and Juanita Clevett will lead the singing, with Wanda Nulph Nixon at the grand piano. For more information, contact Maj. Ernie Clevett at (208) 667-8404 or Maj. Steve Ball at (509) 325-6810. Sunday, 5:30 p.m., Salvation Army of Spokane, Fellowship Hall, 222 E. Indiana Ave.

Taize Evening Prayer Service - All are welcome to attend this hour of contemplative prayer and song. For more information, call (509) 448-9736. Sunday, 7-8 p.m., Immaculate Heart Retreat Center, 6910 S. Ben Burr Road. (509) 448-1224.

Going to the Heart of Jesus: An Observatory - Bishop William Skylstad will lead this Holy Week retreat for women. From the heart of Jesus, we know of His love; with the lens of faith we view the Kingdom of God. We reflect the light of Christ’s love, and in this world of cross and joy, we search out ever more fully the meaning of the Divine Presence. Monday-Wednesday, Immaculate Heart Retreat Center, 6910 S. Ben Burr Road. $115/commuters, $195/per person. (509) 448-1224.

Meditations with Art - Monday, noon-1 p.m., Westminster Congregational Church of Christ, 411 S. Washington St. (509) 624-1366.

Free Your Mind: Change Your Life through PSYCH-K - Tuesday, 6:15 p.m., The Unity Center, 4123 E. Lincoln Road. Free. (509) 939-1233.

Meditations with Art - Wednesday, noon-1 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., Westminster Congregational Church of Christ, 411 S. Washington St. (509) 624-1366.

Easter Egg Hunt - Kids through fifth grade can search for Easter eggs until their hearts are content. Crafts, coloring and ice cream are included. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., Opportunity Presbyterian Church, 202 N. Pines Road, Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 924-9750.

Going to the Heart of Jesus: An Observatory - Bishop William Skylstad will lead this Holy Week retreat for men. Thursday-April 4, Immaculate Heart Retreat Center, 6910 S. Ben Burr Road. (509) 448-1224.

Journey to the Cross - Thursday-April 5. Eighth annual outdoor walk-through event on Easter weekend with a cast of 250. Thursday at 7 p.m., Friday from 6-9 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 4-9 p.m. Spokane Valley Adventist Church, 1603 S. Sullivan Road, Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 926-5866.

Maundy Thursday Service - Thursday, 5:30 p.m., Westminster Congregational Church of Christ, 411 S. Washington St. (509) 624-1366.

Maundy Thursday - Opportunity Christian and Veradale United Church of Christ are partnering together for a Seder meal followed by a Tenebrae service. Thursday, 6 p.m., Veradale United Church of Christ, 611 N. Progress Road, Spokane Valley.

Maundy Thursday: Holy Communion and Footwashing – Child care available. Thursday, 7 p.m., St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 316 E. 24th Ave. (509) 747-6677.

Passover Meal - Richard Smith, a Messianic rabbi, will take us on a journey as we eat and experience the Seder meal and Last Supper of Jesus. Thursday, 6-7:30 p.m., Moran United Methodist Church, 3601 E. 65th Ave. Free. (509) 448-7102.

Good Friday Service - Friday, noon., Westminster Congregational Church of Christ, 411 S. Washington St. (509) 624-1366.

Good Friday - 7 p.m. Friday, Opportunity Christian, 708 N. Pines Road, Spokane Valley. (509) 926-3691.

Good Friday Tenebrae Service - Service will feature the readings of the seven last words of Jesus. Friday, 7 p.m., Moran United Methodist Church, 3601 E. 65th Ave. (509) 448-7102.

Good Friday: Reflection and Intercession – Child care available. Friday, 7 p.m., St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 316 E. 24th Ave. (509) 747-6677.

Good Friday: Bach Motet - Dr. Timothy Westerhaus and the Cathedral Choir will present “Jesu, meine Freude,” the earliest and most musically complex of Bach’s six motets. The service weaves Scripture, poetry, hymns and choral music, all reflecting on Christ’s Passion. Free parking is available in the parking lots behind Lindaman’s Restaurant. Friday, noon, St. John’s Cathedral, 127 E. 12th Ave. (509) 838-4277.

Upcoming

Community Easter Egg Hunt - Featuring egg hunts for children up to fifth grade, carnival games, prizes, inflatables, concessions and more. April 4, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Valley Real Life Ministries, 1831 S. Barker Road, Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 232-0840.

Community Easter Egg Hunt - A fun egg hunt for children up to sixth grade. April 4, 2 p.m., Starr Road Baptist Church, 4720 N. Starr Road, Otis Orchards. Free. (509) 226-0544.

Evangelistic Conference - Evangelist Kent Prain will speak at the conference April 4-10. The Saturday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday services will take place at 7 p.m. On Sunday, there will be three services at 9:45 a.m., 11 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. There will also be a pot blessing on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. and Sunday at 12:15 p.m. Arden Faith Baptist Church, 673 Arden Hill Road, Colville. (509) 684-3983.

Easter Vigil: Service of Light, Baptism and Holy Communion - Child care available. April 4, 7 p.m., St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 316 E. 24th Ave. (509) 747-6677.

Easter Sunrise Service - Service at 6:30 a.m. followed by the Men’s Easter Breakfast at 7:15 a.m. Resurrection Easter Services will be offered at 9 and 11 a.m. There will be a children’s Easter egg hunt at 10:15 a.m. April 5, 6:30 a.m., Moran United Methodist Church, 3601 E. 65th Ave. (509) 448-7102.

Easter Sunrise Service - Cinnamon rolls and coffee will be served following the service. April 5, 7 a.m., Union Gospel Mission, 1224 E. Trent Ave. Free. (509) 535-8510.

Easter Service - April 5, 10:30 a.m., Westminster Congregational Church of Christ, 411 S. Washington St. (509) 624-1366.

Easter Service - April 5, 10:30 a.m., Opportunity Christian, 708 N. Pines Road, Spokane Valley. (509) 926-3691.

Easter Services - Services at 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. with special music for choir, organ, brass and timpani. Child care available. April 5, 8 a.m., St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 316 E. 24th Ave. (509) 747-6677.

Life’s Journey Program - A free series of five classes exploring issues related to aging, focusing on care-giving to relatives, self or loved ones – before, during and after life’s journey. Call (509) 448-2255 with questions and to RSVP. April 10, 6:30-7:45 p.m., St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 316 E. 24th Ave.

Mugs and Muffins - A chance for women to chat with friends and neighbors while eating breakfast. Bring your own mug. Each month features a guest speaker or a short project and time for table talk. Call Sherrilyn at (509) 891-5059 for more information. April 11, 9-10:30 a.m., Foothills Community Church, 11102 N. Forker Road. (509) 926-4971.

Feed Medical Lake - A free meal the second Monday of the month, 5-6 p.m.

April 13, St. John Lutheran Church - Medical Lake, 223 S. Hallett St., Medical Lake. (509) 714-1150.

Spokane Inter-Faith Council - Meets second Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. April 14, Center for Spiritual Living, 2825 E. 33rd Ave. (509) 534-1011.

Coffee and Contemplation with John Sandford - The topic for this spiritual discussion and prayer event for people of all denominations is “Healing the Earth.” For more information or to register, call (509) 448-1224 or visit www.ihrc.net. April 15, 9-11 a.m., Immaculate Heart Retreat Center, 6910 S. Ben Burr Road. $10. (509) 448-1224.

Volunteer & Friends Appreciation Dinner - The Salvation Army will recognize businesses and volunteers who have helped them succeed with a reception at 5:30 p.m. followed by a program and special presentation at 6 p.m. To RSVP, contact Ryan Rodriguez at (509) 329-2721 or email ryan.rodriguez@usw.salvationarmy.org by Friday. April 15, 5:30 p.m., Salvation Army of Spokane, Fellowship Hall, 222 E. Indiana Ave.

Creating a Culture of Generosity - Bruce Barkhauer and the Rev. Jerry Lang will lead this two-day stewardship learning event. At this retreat, you will have the opportunity to address the challenges of talking about money and generosity in the church. You will be invited to listen to Scripture, think theologically and consider practical ideas that will encourage generosity in your church. April 17-18, Country Homes Christian Church, 8415 N. Wall St., Country Homes. Free.

Eastern Washington Aglow Retreat - The retreat’s theme is “Pearl of Great Price” and is open to everyone. Sande Lofberg, Aglow regional director from South Dakota, is the keynote speaker. For more information, visit www.ecwaglow.com/?p=1040. April 17-18, Best Western Plus Lake Front Hotel, 3000 Marina Drive, Moses Lake. Free, $20 for catered lunch. (509) 765-9211.

Spirituality, Creativity & Community Class - The class will combine reading “The Creative Call” by Janice Elsheimer with weekly invitations to share, reflect and create. There will be a small fee for materials. Heather Berndt will lead the class and can be contacted at heather@soulativity.com for more details. Class size is limited to 12 people and is open to anyone in the community. April 17, 6-8:30 p.m., Millwood Presbyterian Church, 3223 N. Marguerite Road, Millwood.

Northwest Sacred Music Chorale Sings Elijah! - Felix Mendelssohn’s classic Oratorio based on events in the life of the prophet Elijah. April 26 at 3 p.m. at Central Lutheran Church, 512 S. Bernard St. Tickets available at www.nwsmc.org. $15/adults, $12/seniors and students. (208) 446-2333.

Idaho This week

Lenten Group Study Classes/Soup Suppers - Lenten Group Study based on the teachings of John Wesley. Classes are Sundays at 9 a.m. and Thursdays at 8 a.m. Wednesday Night Soup Suppers at 6 p.m. followed by the group study at 6:45 p.m. Through Thursday, 9 a.m., Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave., Coeur d’Alene. (208) 765-8800.

Men’s Saturday Breakfast - Community United Methodist Church welcomes men of all ages for fellowship and no-host breakfast on the fourth Saturday of each month. Today, Elmer’s Restaurant, 290 W. Appleway Ave., Coeur d’Alene.

Palm Sunday Worship - Traditional worship with pipe organ, piano and choir at 9 a.m. Contemporary worship with praise music at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, 9 a.m., Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave., Coeur d’Alene. www.cumccda.org. (208) 765-8800.

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.

Maundy Thursday Celebration of the Seder/Passover Meal - Call (208) 765-8800 to reserve your place. Thursday, 6 p.m., Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave., Coeur d’Alene.

Good Friday Worship - Prayers, Scripture, choir and guest soloist. Friday, 7 p.m., Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave., Coeur d’Alene. (208) 765-8800.

Easter Egg Hunts - Friday, 8 p.m. Easter Egg Hunt in the Dark. Bring a flashlight. April 4, 11:30 a.m. All ages welcome at both Easter egg hunts. Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave., Coeur d’Alene. (208) 765-8800.

Upcoming

Easter Eggstravaganza - Coeur d’Alene - 11 a.m., free lunch, face painting, crafts, live music and at noon is the Egg Hunt for grade four and younger. Lots of prizes to be given away including eight bikes. April 4, Prairie Avenue Christian Center, 3639 W. Prairie Ave., Hayden, Idaho. Free. (208) 772-7541.

Easter Sunday Worship - Traditional worship with Easter Choir, trumpet and pipe organ at 9 a.m. Contemporary worship with praise music at 10:30 a.m. All are welcome to an Easter breakfast from 9:30-10:30 a.m. April 5, 9 a.m., Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave., Coeur d’Alene. (208) 765-8800.

Financial Stewardship - You’ve done the budgeting and used the worksheets, but things just aren’t getting better. What if you missed something? Financial Stewardship encourages us to take a few steps back and start with the right foundation. This class will cover the importance of getting your house in order, the priority of prayer, the principle of hard work, and common mistakes and encouragement. This class is Mondays from April 6-27, 6-7:30pm. Salvation Army Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 667-1865.

Northwest Sacred Music Chorale Sings Elijah! - Felix Mendelssohn’s classic Oratorio based on events in the life of the prophet Elijah. April 18-19, 7 p.m., Salvation Army Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d’Alene. $15/adults, $12/seniors and students. (208) 446-2333.