Church news
Posted: November 3, 2012
SATURDAY
»BROADWAY BAPTIST CHURCH, 166 Mason St., will hold a baked potato and salad bar from 4:30-7 p.m. Includes toppings, salad bar, desserts and drink. Eat-in and carry-out, $5. Event is sponsored by, and for the benefit of, the church youth. Freewill offering collected. www.BroadwayBaptistVa.org.
»FOCAS Christian singles group will meet for dinner at 6 p.m. at New Beginnings Church. Bring a dish to share. For more information, call Tim Hupp at 289-6293.
»McGAHEYSVILLE ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BENEFIT BAZAAR will be held at Mount Olive Brethren Church, 2977 Pineville Road, McGaheysville. Event will include handmade Christmas cards, decorations, candy and baked goods, silent auction and more. Proceeds fund a Christmas dinner for area underprivileged children. 432-6830.
»OTTERBEIN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 176 W. Market St., will host its Saturday Night Alive event at 5:30 p.m. Rachel Hundley will be the guest speaker. A fellowship meal will follow. 434-7747.
»PORT REPUBLIC UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, between Water and Main streets, will host its annual quarter yard sale from 7 a.m.-noon in the church social hall. All clothes, shoes and accessories will be sold for 25 cents each. 249-4111.
»SAINT JAMES METHODIST CHURCH, 1525 Cecil Wampler Road, Pleasant Valley, will host its annual fall bazaar from 7 a.m.-2 p.m. A pancake breakfast will be held from 7-10 a.m. Adults, $4.50; children $2.50. Bazaar includes bake and craft sale, yard sale, homemade chili, soup, pies, fried country ham, brown beans and more. Take-out available. A silent auction will be held from 7 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Proceeds will benefit local missions and improvements to the church entrance.
»TRINITY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 725 S. High St., will host Rick Ufford-Chase, former moderator of the Presbyterian General Assembly and executive director of the Presbyterian Peace Fellowship, from 9:15 a.m.-3 p.m. His topic will be: “Building Bridges of Peace — Family, Church, Community.” Cost is $10 and includes lunch. 434-9556.
SUNDAY
»11th ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF PRAISE, featuring men’s groups and a mass choir under the direction of Jay Hartzler, will be held at 4 p.m. in the Eastern Mennonite High School auditorium, 901 Parkwood Drive.
»BATTLE CREEK PENTECOSTAL CHURCH, 212 Battle Creek Road, Stanley, will hold worship services at 11:30 a.m. and 6 p.m., with children’s church. Sunday school is held at 10:30 a.m. Services can also be heard Sundays at 8:30 a.m. on the Faith Broadcast on WRAA radio in Luray. For information or directions, call Pastor Johnny Clements at 298-8706.
»BETHLEHEM BIBLE STUDY, led by Dr. Phil Smuland, meets from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sundays at the McGaheysville Town Hall (Ruritan Hall). 564-2880.
»BETHLEHEM BRETHREN CHURCH, 178 Pleasant Hill Road, will hold a traditional worship service at 10:30 a.m. with Dr. Thomas Smith
delivering the sermon. Sunday school will be held at 9:30 a.m.
»BETHLEHEM UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, 11923 N. Valley Pike, Broadway, will hold family worship service at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Robert Edwards delivering the sermon. Bible study will be held at 9:30 a.m. Youth Sunday school will not be held. Worship will also be held at 2 p.m. at Shenandoah Place.
»BRIDGEWATER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 110 E. College St., will hold worship services at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Paul O’Gorek as guest speaker. A carry-in breakfast will be held at 9 a.m. Sunday school will be held at 9:30 a.m. Nursery provided.
»BRIDGEWATER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 219 N. Main St., will hold a contemporary worship service, “Awakening,” at 6:30 p.m. Becky Downey will be the guest speaker. 828-0890.
»CEDAR GROVE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, corner of Smithland and Buffalo roads, will observe Communion during the 11 a.m. worship service.
»CLOVER HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 3457 Fulton School Road, Dayton, will observe All Saints’ Sunday during the 10:30 a.m. worship service. The Rev. Robert N. Hoskins, pastor, will deliver the sermon with music provided by the Chancel Choir. Children’s church and nursery provided. Sunday school will be held at 9:30 a.m. 879-9364.
»DAYTON CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, 202 Main St., will observe homecoming. The Rev. Tim Harvey will speak during the 10 a.m. service. Music will be provided by church choirs and guests. A dinner will follow worship. Sunday school will not be held. Childcare provided.
»DIVINE LOVE FELLOWSHIP, which meets at Blue Ridge Christian School, 100 Dinkle Ave., Bridgewater, will hold a “turnaround service” at
10:30 a.m. For information or transportation, call 433-2386.
»ELKTON CHURCH OF GOD, 102 W. E St., will hold Sunday school at 10 a.m., followed by worship at 11 a.m., with children’s church. Pastor Sam Sponaugle will deliver the sermon. Music will be provided by the praise and worship team. Sunday evening services will be held at 6 p.m. 289-3022.
»EMMANUEL FELLOWSHIP will meet at Broadway High School at 9:30 a.m. Time will be dedicated to for special prayer for the nation, the church around the world and for the ministry of Sat Seven.
»FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE VALLEY will meet at the Broadway Community Center, 102 S. Sunset Drive, Broadway. Worship will be held at 9:30 a.m. with guest speaker Richard Jackson. Sunday school will be held at 10:45 a.m. 432-1488 or www.faithlutheranofthevalley.org.
»FOCAS Christian singles group will meet for a hike at 1:30 p.m. in the K-Mart parking lot. For more information, call Tim Hupp at 289-6293.
»GARBERS CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, 1275 Garbers Church Road, will host The Good Time Gospel Quartet at 7 p.m. Freewill offering.
»GRACE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, 205 N. Fourth St., Shenandoah, will hold Sunday school at 10 a.m., followed by morning worship at 11 a.m. Services will be held at 6 p.m. Sunday and at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. Services can also be seen on WAZT-TV at 9:30 p.m. Saturday. 433-1928.
»LINDALE MENNONITE CHURCH, 6255 Jesse Bennett Way, Linville, will hold worship services at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Duane Yoder delivering the sermon.
»MOSCOW CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, Va. 42 S., Bridgewater, will hold worship services at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Darren Howdyshell delivering the sermon. “Spirit Seekers,” children’s church, provided. Sunday school will be held at 9:30 a.m. www.Moscowcob.com.
»NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN CHURCH, 1020 Smithland Road, will hold worship services at 10:30 a.m., with Pastor David Robichaud delivering the sermon.
»TIMBERVILLE LUTHERAN PARISH holds a traditional service each Sunday at 9 a.m. at Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church on Hupp Road, followed by Sunday school at 10:15 a.m.; and at Rader Lutheran Church, Rader Church Road, at 11 a.m., with Sunday school at 10 a.m. www.tlparish.org.
»SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN CHURCH, 229 Main St., Dayton, will observe All Saints’ Sunday during the 11 a.m. worship service. The liturgical color is white. 828-6202.
»SUNSET DRIVE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 127 S. Sunset Drive, Broadway, will observe All Saints’ Sunday. Pastor Don Hawks will deliver the sermon. Open Communion will be served.
»TRINITY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 725 S. High St., will host Rick Ufford-Chase, former moderator of the Presbyterian General Assembly and executive director of the Presbyterian Peace Fellowship, during a congregational retreat at 9 a.m. at Massanetta Springs. Theme: “Pursing Peace.” Activities for all ages, free. 434-9556.
UPCOMING
»ALTERNATIVE CHRISTMAS FAIR will be held from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 10 at the Bridgewater Church of the Brethren, 420 College View Drive. Featuring: Habitat for Humanity, Heifer International, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Collins Center, First Step, and others. Also featured will be gifts from developing countries, toys and games, crafts by local artisans and baked goods. Donors will receive a holiday card to send to the recipients acknowledging the donation made in their honor. 828-1607 or 828-5766 or visit www.bwcob.org.
»ASBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 205 S. Main St., will host The Augusta Exchange (formerly Adonia) at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 18. Doors open at 5 p.m. Open to all area youth. Free. Refreshments provided. 434-2836.
»BATTLE CREEK PENTECOSTAL CHURCH, 212 Battle Creek Road, Stanley, holds Thursday night praise and worship, with preaching at 7:30 p.m. For information or directions to the church, call Pastor Johnny Clements at 298-8706.
»BETHANY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 3700 Lee Highway, Weyers Cave, operates a food pantry every Monday from 4-7 p.m. Offering USDA and non-USDA products. 234-8880.
»BETHLEHEM UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, 11923 N. Valley Pike, Broadway, will hold its adult Bible study at 7 p.m. Wednesday.
»BETHEL A.M.E. CHURCH will hold a Family and Friends Day at 3 p.m. Nov. 17 at the Lucy F. Simms Center, 620 Simms Ave. The Rev. DeShaunda Sutherland and the Rev. Barry Williams Jr. will be guest speakers.
»BETHEL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, 2451 Bethel Church Road, Elkton, holds choir practice at 7 p.m. Thursdays. Elaine Monger Brown is choir director. Open to the public. Bible study is held at 6:30 p.m. Sunday. 298-1197.
»BRIERY BRANCH CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN will hold a fall bazaar from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 10 at the church activity building, 6494 Daniel Cupp Road, Dayton. Event will offer food, arts and crafts, baked goods and yard sale items. Vendors on site. For information or to secure vendor space, call 828-2205.
»BROADWAY BAPTIST CHURCH, 166 Mason St., is sponsoring Christmas Child Shoeboxes. Boxes can be picked up at the church or at the Broadway Drug Center. Last day to drop off filled boxes is Nov. 16 at either location. Project through Samaritan’s Purse. For more information, call 896-9111 after noon. www.BroadwayBaptistVa.org.
»CALL-A-STORY, sponsored by Fulks Run-area churches, is featuring Bible stories and lessons. 896-4200.
»CEDAR GROVE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, corner of Smithland and Buffalo roads, will host Doyle Moats Jr. during the 11 a.m. worship service on Nov. 18.
»CHRIST THE KING EPISCOPAL CHURCH meets at 1 p.m. Sundays at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 660 S. Main St. 434-8300.
»CHRISTINE TOLSON MINISTRIES will celebrate its first church anniversary from Nov. 9-11 at 34 S. Main St. Guest speakers include: Jermaine Horne at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 9 and 4 p.m. Nov. 10; Garey Gordon at 10 a.m., and Jermaine Horne at 3 p.m. Nov. 11. Host pastor is Christine Thomas Tolson and Garey Gordon serves as overseer. 434-0853.
»ELKTON CHURCH OF GOD, 102 W. E St., will host James Easter at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 7. Bible study will resume at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 17. For information, call 289-3022.
»FAITH ALIVE FELLOWSHIP, 800 Shenandoah Ave., Shen-Elk Plaza, Elkton, is hosting a new Bible study, “Battlefield of the Mind” by Joyce Meyer, an eight-week study (via DVD) on the importance of renewing the mind according to God’s Word. Classes are planned for children and youth. Services are each Wednesday from 7-8:15 p.m. For more information, call Pastor Don Meadows at 298-8030 or visit www.faithalivefellowship.com.
»FAITH COMMUNITY CHURCH, 1660 S. Main St., will host a holiday consultants and crafters open house from noon-4 p.m. Nov. 17. Door prizes provided by more than 20 vendors. Proceeds to benefit the church. (540) 280-5556.»FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE VALLEY will meet Nov. 4 at the Broadway Community Center, 102 S. Sunset Drive, Broadway. Worship will be held at 9:30 a.m. with Holy Eucharist and speaker the Rev. Roger Austin. Sunday school will be held at 10:45 a.m. 432-1488 or www.faithlutheranofthevalley.org.
»FELLOWSHIP UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Fellowship Road, U.S. 11 N., will hold an Election Day food sale beginning at 6 a.m. Includes: homemade vegetable soup, fried country ham sandwiches, beef barbecue sandwiches, hot dogs, baked items and more. 434-7742.
»FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH, 1310 Garbers Church Road, holds a Bible study from 10-11:15 a.m. every Wednesday morning. Bennie and Judy Roach will lead the study.
»FOCAS Christian singles group will hold game night at 7 p.m. Nov. 16 in the Covenant Presbyterian Church kitchen. The group will meet for bowling at 3:30 p.m. Nov. 18 at Valley Lanes and at 6 p.m. Nov. 30 for dinner at Aroma Buffet. For more information, call Tim Hupp at 289-6293.
»FRESH START CHURCH, 31-D E. Market St., holds an anointed service at 10:30 a.m. Sundays; intercessory prayer at 7 p.m. Mondays; marriage and family prayer at 6 p.m. Tuesdays; youth Bible study at 6 p.m. and adult Bible study at 7 p.m. Wednesdays; and men’s prayer at 7 p.m. Fridays.
»FRIEDENS UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, 3960 Friedens Church Road, Mount Crawford, will observe its 250th anniversary on Nov. 10. A celebratory banquet will be held from 4-6:30 p.m. Doyle Moats and Family will perform from 7-8:30 p.m. On Nov. 11, a time capsule opening will be held from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Fingers foods will be served. Plan to share.
»GRACE MENNONITE FELLOWSHIP, 209 Lacey Spring Road, will host its 7th annual Thanksgiving dinner from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 22. Free food and fellowship. For reservations, call (540) 435-2154.
»GREENMOUNT CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, 4881 Greenmount Road, holds Kids Club at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. Open to children in grades K-8. Includes Bible lesson, music and a snack. There is also an adult Bible study. 833-5251.
»HOPE CHAPEL, which meets in the old Tyco building on U.S. 11 in Mount Sidney, will hold an election night communion service at 6 p.m. Nov. 6. A coat giveaway will be held from 5-8 p.m. Nov. 11. A service will also be held. (540) 292-9457.
»LADIES INSPIRATIONAL FELLOWSHIP TIME will be held Nov. 10 at the Sangerville-Towers Ruritan Hall, 38 Emmanuel Church Road, Mount Solon. Registration and breakfast at 9 a.m., program will follow. Theme: “Reflecting the Beauty of the Lord.” Guests include: Rick Dellinger, North River Baptist Choir, Promise Land, Mary Jane Rawley, Shelly Fix, “Miss Millie” and Jean Hiner. Lunch, provided by the M.M.I. of Mount Olivet United Brethren in Christ Church, will be a super potato and salad bar. Vendors include: crafts, jewelry, Avon, Longabergar, candles, clothing, baked goods and more. Cost is $10, payable upon registration. Pre-registration helpful, but not necessary. For information or to register, call (540) 350-2542 or email riteach@shentel.net.
»LIFE IN THE WORD CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST, INC., which meets at the New Song Fellowship Church building, 3156 N. Valley Pike, holds an anointed service at 4 p.m Sundays, and prayer and Bible study at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays. 574-4807.
»LINVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH will man the Red Front hot dog stand Nov. 5-10. Hot dog and drink, $1.50. Proceeds benefit needy families in the Linville community and surrounding areas.
»MILL CREEK CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, 7600 Port Republic Road, Port Republic; the church’s fall, winter and spring Sunday morning worship schedule is as follows for September to May: Morning worship begins at 10 a.m., with Sunday school at 11 a.m. www.millcreekcob.org.
»MOUNT CARMEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Third Hill Road, Fulks Run, will host a spaghetti supper from 4-7 p.m. Nov. 17. Carry-outs available. Freewill offering. 434-9469.
»MOUNTAIN GROVE CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, 12743 Third Hill Road, Fulks Run, will host glass harpist Jamey Turner from 7-8 p.m. Nov. 10. Refreshments will follow in church fellowship hall. Freewill offering, with proceeds to benefit Operation Christmas Child.
»NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH, corner of New Hope and McGaheysville roads, McGaheysville, will celebrate its 128th anniversary at 3 p.m. Nov. 11. The Rev. Beverly Walker and choir from Rising Sun Baptist Church in North Garden will be special guests.
»NEW MARKET SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH, 62 W. Lee Highway, holds worship services at 11 a.m. Saturdays, with study time at 9:30 a.m. A woman’s prayer group meets at 10 a.m. Tuesdays. Evening Prayer Warriors meet at 7 p.m. Monday-Thursday. (540) 740-8550.
»OTTERBEIN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 176 W. Market St., hosts Saturday Night Alive at 5:30 p.m. Guest speakers for November include: Dr. John T. Glick, Nov. 10; Bob May, Nov. 17, and the Rev. Ed Pruitt, Nov. 24. A light fellowship meal follows. 434-7747.
»PARK VIEW MENNONITE CHURCH, 1600 College Ave., will hold an Election Day communion service at 7 p.m. Nov. 6. 434-1604.
»SAINT LUKE’S UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, “CountyLine” Church, Rt. 613 (North Mountain Road), will serve an Election Day breakfast from 7-10 a.m. Nov. 6. Menu includes: sausage gravy, biscuits, hash browns, fruit, juice and coffee. Freewill donation will be received.
»SHENANDOAH VALLEY WORD OF FAITH CHRISTIAN CENTER, 1380 Blackberry Lane, Harrisonburg, hosts a weekly Sunday worship service at 10 a.m., and Bible study at 7 p.m. Wednesday. The DVD series and study guides are based on the teachings of Andrew Wommack and Kenneth E. Hagin on faith and healing. For more information, contact Ricky and Kathy Brunk at 434-6147.
»SMALL GROUP BIBLE STUDY, which meets at 7 p.m. Thursdays at the Good Life Station, across from the Southern Kitchen Restaurant on South Congress Street in New Market, is looking for people seeking a deeper understanding of God and the Bible. Study meets in a non-church atmosphere. The Gospel of John is the current topic of study. Bob Van Ornam will lead the study-and-answer session. (540) 335-8220.
»STAYING FREE, a gathering for women who have been released from jail or prison, meets at 11 a.m. the second Saturday of the month at Yahweh Ministries, 129B W. Wolfe St. (above the Appliance Hospital.) Refreshments will be served. 271-7570.
»THE POTTER’S HOUSE WORSHIP CENTER, 1911 W. Market St., holds worship services 7 p.m. Fridays.; includes prayer and worship. Praise and worship begins at 7 p.m. Wednesdays, followed by small breakout groups. Regular meeting times are 7 p.m. Wednesdays and 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sundays. 801-0519 or stephanie@phwc.org.
»UPWARD LOOK BIBLE CLASS meets at 10 a.m. Thursdays at Mayland Christian Church, 11625 Wampler Road, Broadway. The class is led by Audrey Shank.
»VALLEY CHURCH OF CHRIST, 1570 Virginia Ave., will host a live web cast of “Multiply Gathering” with Francis Chan and David Platt Nov. 9. A covered dish taco bar-style dinner will be held at 6:30 p.m. Web cast will follow. 421-8111.
»WEST SIDE BAPTIST CHURCH, 715 W. Wolfe St., will host a program honoring local veterans at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 8 at “The UC,” the church outreach center, 700 W. Market St. Local author Gregory L. Owen will speak on his book, “The Longest Patrol: A U-Boat Gunner’s War.” Refreshments will be served. The church also hosts AWANA at 6 p.m. Wednesdays. The AWANA program offers Bible teaching, small group interaction and age-appropriate games for Puggles, Cubbies, Sparks and T & T age groups. 434-9634.
— Mary Lou Dean
»BROADWAY BAPTIST CHURCH, 166 Mason St., will hold a baked potato and salad bar from 4:30-7 p.m. Includes toppings, salad bar, desserts and drink. Eat-in and carry-out, $5. Event is sponsored by, and for the benefit of, the church youth. Freewill offering collected. www.BroadwayBaptistVa.org.
»FOCAS Christian singles group will meet for dinner at 6 p.m. at New Beginnings Church. Bring a dish to share. For more information, call Tim Hupp at 289-6293.
»McGAHEYSVILLE ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BENEFIT BAZAAR will be held at Mount Olive Brethren Church, 2977 Pineville Road, McGaheysville. Event will include handmade Christmas cards, decorations, candy and baked goods, silent auction and more. Proceeds fund a Christmas dinner for area underprivileged children. 432-6830.
»OTTERBEIN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 176 W. Market St., will host its Saturday Night Alive event at 5:30 p.m. Rachel Hundley will be the guest speaker. A fellowship meal will follow. 434-7747.
»PORT REPUBLIC UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, between Water and Main streets, will host its annual quarter yard sale from 7 a.m.-noon in the church social hall. All clothes, shoes and accessories will be sold for 25 cents each. 249-4111.
»SAINT JAMES METHODIST CHURCH, 1525 Cecil Wampler Road, Pleasant Valley, will host its annual fall bazaar from 7 a.m.-2 p.m. A pancake breakfast will be held from 7-10 a.m. Adults, $4.50; children $2.50. Bazaar includes bake and craft sale, yard sale, homemade chili, soup, pies, fried country ham, brown beans and more. Take-out available. A silent auction will be held from 7 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Proceeds will benefit local missions and improvements to the church entrance.
»TRINITY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 725 S. High St., will host Rick Ufford-Chase, former moderator of the Presbyterian General Assembly and executive director of the Presbyterian Peace Fellowship, from 9:15 a.m.-3 p.m. His topic will be: “Building Bridges of Peace — Family, Church, Community.” Cost is $10 and includes lunch. 434-9556.
SUNDAY
»11th ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF PRAISE, featuring men’s groups and a mass choir under the direction of Jay Hartzler, will be held at 4 p.m. in the Eastern Mennonite High School auditorium, 901 Parkwood Drive.
»BATTLE CREEK PENTECOSTAL CHURCH, 212 Battle Creek Road, Stanley, will hold worship services at 11:30 a.m. and 6 p.m., with children’s church. Sunday school is held at 10:30 a.m. Services can also be heard Sundays at 8:30 a.m. on the Faith Broadcast on WRAA radio in Luray. For information or directions, call Pastor Johnny Clements at 298-8706.
»BETHLEHEM BIBLE STUDY, led by Dr. Phil Smuland, meets from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sundays at the McGaheysville Town Hall (Ruritan Hall). 564-2880.
»BETHLEHEM BRETHREN CHURCH, 178 Pleasant Hill Road, will hold a traditional worship service at 10:30 a.m. with Dr. Thomas Smith
delivering the sermon. Sunday school will be held at 9:30 a.m.
»BETHLEHEM UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, 11923 N. Valley Pike, Broadway, will hold family worship service at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Robert Edwards delivering the sermon. Bible study will be held at 9:30 a.m. Youth Sunday school will not be held. Worship will also be held at 2 p.m. at Shenandoah Place.
»BRIDGEWATER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 110 E. College St., will hold worship services at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Paul O’Gorek as guest speaker. A carry-in breakfast will be held at 9 a.m. Sunday school will be held at 9:30 a.m. Nursery provided.
»BRIDGEWATER UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 219 N. Main St., will hold a contemporary worship service, “Awakening,” at 6:30 p.m. Becky Downey will be the guest speaker. 828-0890.
»CEDAR GROVE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, corner of Smithland and Buffalo roads, will observe Communion during the 11 a.m. worship service.
»CLOVER HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 3457 Fulton School Road, Dayton, will observe All Saints’ Sunday during the 10:30 a.m. worship service. The Rev. Robert N. Hoskins, pastor, will deliver the sermon with music provided by the Chancel Choir. Children’s church and nursery provided. Sunday school will be held at 9:30 a.m. 879-9364.
»DAYTON CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, 202 Main St., will observe homecoming. The Rev. Tim Harvey will speak during the 10 a.m. service. Music will be provided by church choirs and guests. A dinner will follow worship. Sunday school will not be held. Childcare provided.
»DIVINE LOVE FELLOWSHIP, which meets at Blue Ridge Christian School, 100 Dinkle Ave., Bridgewater, will hold a “turnaround service” at
10:30 a.m. For information or transportation, call 433-2386.
»ELKTON CHURCH OF GOD, 102 W. E St., will hold Sunday school at 10 a.m., followed by worship at 11 a.m., with children’s church. Pastor Sam Sponaugle will deliver the sermon. Music will be provided by the praise and worship team. Sunday evening services will be held at 6 p.m. 289-3022.
»EMMANUEL FELLOWSHIP will meet at Broadway High School at 9:30 a.m. Time will be dedicated to for special prayer for the nation, the church around the world and for the ministry of Sat Seven.
»FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE VALLEY will meet at the Broadway Community Center, 102 S. Sunset Drive, Broadway. Worship will be held at 9:30 a.m. with guest speaker Richard Jackson. Sunday school will be held at 10:45 a.m. 432-1488 or www.faithlutheranofthevalley.org.
»FOCAS Christian singles group will meet for a hike at 1:30 p.m. in the K-Mart parking lot. For more information, call Tim Hupp at 289-6293.
»GARBERS CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, 1275 Garbers Church Road, will host The Good Time Gospel Quartet at 7 p.m. Freewill offering.
»GRACE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, 205 N. Fourth St., Shenandoah, will hold Sunday school at 10 a.m., followed by morning worship at 11 a.m. Services will be held at 6 p.m. Sunday and at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. Services can also be seen on WAZT-TV at 9:30 p.m. Saturday. 433-1928.
»LINDALE MENNONITE CHURCH, 6255 Jesse Bennett Way, Linville, will hold worship services at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Duane Yoder delivering the sermon.
»MOSCOW CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, Va. 42 S., Bridgewater, will hold worship services at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Darren Howdyshell delivering the sermon. “Spirit Seekers,” children’s church, provided. Sunday school will be held at 9:30 a.m. www.Moscowcob.com.
»NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN CHURCH, 1020 Smithland Road, will hold worship services at 10:30 a.m., with Pastor David Robichaud delivering the sermon.
»TIMBERVILLE LUTHERAN PARISH holds a traditional service each Sunday at 9 a.m. at Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church on Hupp Road, followed by Sunday school at 10:15 a.m.; and at Rader Lutheran Church, Rader Church Road, at 11 a.m., with Sunday school at 10 a.m. www.tlparish.org.
»SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN CHURCH, 229 Main St., Dayton, will observe All Saints’ Sunday during the 11 a.m. worship service. The liturgical color is white. 828-6202.
»SUNSET DRIVE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 127 S. Sunset Drive, Broadway, will observe All Saints’ Sunday. Pastor Don Hawks will deliver the sermon. Open Communion will be served.
»TRINITY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 725 S. High St., will host Rick Ufford-Chase, former moderator of the Presbyterian General Assembly and executive director of the Presbyterian Peace Fellowship, during a congregational retreat at 9 a.m. at Massanetta Springs. Theme: “Pursing Peace.” Activities for all ages, free. 434-9556.
UPCOMING
»ALTERNATIVE CHRISTMAS FAIR will be held from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 10 at the Bridgewater Church of the Brethren, 420 College View Drive. Featuring: Habitat for Humanity, Heifer International, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Collins Center, First Step, and others. Also featured will be gifts from developing countries, toys and games, crafts by local artisans and baked goods. Donors will receive a holiday card to send to the recipients acknowledging the donation made in their honor. 828-1607 or 828-5766 or visit www.bwcob.org.
»ASBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 205 S. Main St., will host The Augusta Exchange (formerly Adonia) at 5:30 p.m. Nov. 18. Doors open at 5 p.m. Open to all area youth. Free. Refreshments provided. 434-2836.
»BATTLE CREEK PENTECOSTAL CHURCH, 212 Battle Creek Road, Stanley, holds Thursday night praise and worship, with preaching at 7:30 p.m. For information or directions to the church, call Pastor Johnny Clements at 298-8706.
»BETHANY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 3700 Lee Highway, Weyers Cave, operates a food pantry every Monday from 4-7 p.m. Offering USDA and non-USDA products. 234-8880.
»BETHLEHEM UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, 11923 N. Valley Pike, Broadway, will hold its adult Bible study at 7 p.m. Wednesday.
»BETHEL A.M.E. CHURCH will hold a Family and Friends Day at 3 p.m. Nov. 17 at the Lucy F. Simms Center, 620 Simms Ave. The Rev. DeShaunda Sutherland and the Rev. Barry Williams Jr. will be guest speakers.
»BETHEL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, 2451 Bethel Church Road, Elkton, holds choir practice at 7 p.m. Thursdays. Elaine Monger Brown is choir director. Open to the public. Bible study is held at 6:30 p.m. Sunday. 298-1197.
»BRIERY BRANCH CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN will hold a fall bazaar from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 10 at the church activity building, 6494 Daniel Cupp Road, Dayton. Event will offer food, arts and crafts, baked goods and yard sale items. Vendors on site. For information or to secure vendor space, call 828-2205.
»BROADWAY BAPTIST CHURCH, 166 Mason St., is sponsoring Christmas Child Shoeboxes. Boxes can be picked up at the church or at the Broadway Drug Center. Last day to drop off filled boxes is Nov. 16 at either location. Project through Samaritan’s Purse. For more information, call 896-9111 after noon. www.BroadwayBaptistVa.org.
»CALL-A-STORY, sponsored by Fulks Run-area churches, is featuring Bible stories and lessons. 896-4200.
»CEDAR GROVE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, corner of Smithland and Buffalo roads, will host Doyle Moats Jr. during the 11 a.m. worship service on Nov. 18.
»CHRIST THE KING EPISCOPAL CHURCH meets at 1 p.m. Sundays at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 660 S. Main St. 434-8300.
»CHRISTINE TOLSON MINISTRIES will celebrate its first church anniversary from Nov. 9-11 at 34 S. Main St. Guest speakers include: Jermaine Horne at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 9 and 4 p.m. Nov. 10; Garey Gordon at 10 a.m., and Jermaine Horne at 3 p.m. Nov. 11. Host pastor is Christine Thomas Tolson and Garey Gordon serves as overseer. 434-0853.
»ELKTON CHURCH OF GOD, 102 W. E St., will host James Easter at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 7. Bible study will resume at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 17. For information, call 289-3022.
»FAITH ALIVE FELLOWSHIP, 800 Shenandoah Ave., Shen-Elk Plaza, Elkton, is hosting a new Bible study, “Battlefield of the Mind” by Joyce Meyer, an eight-week study (via DVD) on the importance of renewing the mind according to God’s Word. Classes are planned for children and youth. Services are each Wednesday from 7-8:15 p.m. For more information, call Pastor Don Meadows at 298-8030 or visit www.faithalivefellowship.com.
»FAITH COMMUNITY CHURCH, 1660 S. Main St., will host a holiday consultants and crafters open house from noon-4 p.m. Nov. 17. Door prizes provided by more than 20 vendors. Proceeds to benefit the church. (540) 280-5556.»FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE VALLEY will meet Nov. 4 at the Broadway Community Center, 102 S. Sunset Drive, Broadway. Worship will be held at 9:30 a.m. with Holy Eucharist and speaker the Rev. Roger Austin. Sunday school will be held at 10:45 a.m. 432-1488 or www.faithlutheranofthevalley.org.
»FELLOWSHIP UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Fellowship Road, U.S. 11 N., will hold an Election Day food sale beginning at 6 a.m. Includes: homemade vegetable soup, fried country ham sandwiches, beef barbecue sandwiches, hot dogs, baked items and more. 434-7742.
»FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH, 1310 Garbers Church Road, holds a Bible study from 10-11:15 a.m. every Wednesday morning. Bennie and Judy Roach will lead the study.
»FOCAS Christian singles group will hold game night at 7 p.m. Nov. 16 in the Covenant Presbyterian Church kitchen. The group will meet for bowling at 3:30 p.m. Nov. 18 at Valley Lanes and at 6 p.m. Nov. 30 for dinner at Aroma Buffet. For more information, call Tim Hupp at 289-6293.
»FRESH START CHURCH, 31-D E. Market St., holds an anointed service at 10:30 a.m. Sundays; intercessory prayer at 7 p.m. Mondays; marriage and family prayer at 6 p.m. Tuesdays; youth Bible study at 6 p.m. and adult Bible study at 7 p.m. Wednesdays; and men’s prayer at 7 p.m. Fridays.
»FRIEDENS UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, 3960 Friedens Church Road, Mount Crawford, will observe its 250th anniversary on Nov. 10. A celebratory banquet will be held from 4-6:30 p.m. Doyle Moats and Family will perform from 7-8:30 p.m. On Nov. 11, a time capsule opening will be held from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Fingers foods will be served. Plan to share.
»GRACE MENNONITE FELLOWSHIP, 209 Lacey Spring Road, will host its 7th annual Thanksgiving dinner from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 22. Free food and fellowship. For reservations, call (540) 435-2154.
»GREENMOUNT CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, 4881 Greenmount Road, holds Kids Club at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. Open to children in grades K-8. Includes Bible lesson, music and a snack. There is also an adult Bible study. 833-5251.
»HOPE CHAPEL, which meets in the old Tyco building on U.S. 11 in Mount Sidney, will hold an election night communion service at 6 p.m. Nov. 6. A coat giveaway will be held from 5-8 p.m. Nov. 11. A service will also be held. (540) 292-9457.
»LADIES INSPIRATIONAL FELLOWSHIP TIME will be held Nov. 10 at the Sangerville-Towers Ruritan Hall, 38 Emmanuel Church Road, Mount Solon. Registration and breakfast at 9 a.m., program will follow. Theme: “Reflecting the Beauty of the Lord.” Guests include: Rick Dellinger, North River Baptist Choir, Promise Land, Mary Jane Rawley, Shelly Fix, “Miss Millie” and Jean Hiner. Lunch, provided by the M.M.I. of Mount Olivet United Brethren in Christ Church, will be a super potato and salad bar. Vendors include: crafts, jewelry, Avon, Longabergar, candles, clothing, baked goods and more. Cost is $10, payable upon registration. Pre-registration helpful, but not necessary. For information or to register, call (540) 350-2542 or email riteach@shentel.net.
»LIFE IN THE WORD CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST, INC., which meets at the New Song Fellowship Church building, 3156 N. Valley Pike, holds an anointed service at 4 p.m Sundays, and prayer and Bible study at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays. 574-4807.
»LINVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH will man the Red Front hot dog stand Nov. 5-10. Hot dog and drink, $1.50. Proceeds benefit needy families in the Linville community and surrounding areas.
»MILL CREEK CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, 7600 Port Republic Road, Port Republic; the church’s fall, winter and spring Sunday morning worship schedule is as follows for September to May: Morning worship begins at 10 a.m., with Sunday school at 11 a.m. www.millcreekcob.org.
»MOUNT CARMEL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Third Hill Road, Fulks Run, will host a spaghetti supper from 4-7 p.m. Nov. 17. Carry-outs available. Freewill offering. 434-9469.
»MOUNTAIN GROVE CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, 12743 Third Hill Road, Fulks Run, will host glass harpist Jamey Turner from 7-8 p.m. Nov. 10. Refreshments will follow in church fellowship hall. Freewill offering, with proceeds to benefit Operation Christmas Child.
»NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH, corner of New Hope and McGaheysville roads, McGaheysville, will celebrate its 128th anniversary at 3 p.m. Nov. 11. The Rev. Beverly Walker and choir from Rising Sun Baptist Church in North Garden will be special guests.
»NEW MARKET SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH, 62 W. Lee Highway, holds worship services at 11 a.m. Saturdays, with study time at 9:30 a.m. A woman’s prayer group meets at 10 a.m. Tuesdays. Evening Prayer Warriors meet at 7 p.m. Monday-Thursday. (540) 740-8550.
»OTTERBEIN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 176 W. Market St., hosts Saturday Night Alive at 5:30 p.m. Guest speakers for November include: Dr. John T. Glick, Nov. 10; Bob May, Nov. 17, and the Rev. Ed Pruitt, Nov. 24. A light fellowship meal follows. 434-7747.
»PARK VIEW MENNONITE CHURCH, 1600 College Ave., will hold an Election Day communion service at 7 p.m. Nov. 6. 434-1604.
»SAINT LUKE’S UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, “CountyLine” Church, Rt. 613 (North Mountain Road), will serve an Election Day breakfast from 7-10 a.m. Nov. 6. Menu includes: sausage gravy, biscuits, hash browns, fruit, juice and coffee. Freewill donation will be received.
»SHENANDOAH VALLEY WORD OF FAITH CHRISTIAN CENTER, 1380 Blackberry Lane, Harrisonburg, hosts a weekly Sunday worship service at 10 a.m., and Bible study at 7 p.m. Wednesday. The DVD series and study guides are based on the teachings of Andrew Wommack and Kenneth E. Hagin on faith and healing. For more information, contact Ricky and Kathy Brunk at 434-6147.
»SMALL GROUP BIBLE STUDY, which meets at 7 p.m. Thursdays at the Good Life Station, across from the Southern Kitchen Restaurant on South Congress Street in New Market, is looking for people seeking a deeper understanding of God and the Bible. Study meets in a non-church atmosphere. The Gospel of John is the current topic of study. Bob Van Ornam will lead the study-and-answer session. (540) 335-8220.
»STAYING FREE, a gathering for women who have been released from jail or prison, meets at 11 a.m. the second Saturday of the month at Yahweh Ministries, 129B W. Wolfe St. (above the Appliance Hospital.) Refreshments will be served. 271-7570.
»THE POTTER’S HOUSE WORSHIP CENTER, 1911 W. Market St., holds worship services 7 p.m. Fridays.; includes prayer and worship. Praise and worship begins at 7 p.m. Wednesdays, followed by small breakout groups. Regular meeting times are 7 p.m. Wednesdays and 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sundays. 801-0519 or stephanie@phwc.org.
»UPWARD LOOK BIBLE CLASS meets at 10 a.m. Thursdays at Mayland Christian Church, 11625 Wampler Road, Broadway. The class is led by Audrey Shank.
»VALLEY CHURCH OF CHRIST, 1570 Virginia Ave., will host a live web cast of “Multiply Gathering” with Francis Chan and David Platt Nov. 9. A covered dish taco bar-style dinner will be held at 6:30 p.m. Web cast will follow. 421-8111.
»WEST SIDE BAPTIST CHURCH, 715 W. Wolfe St., will host a program honoring local veterans at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 8 at “The UC,” the church outreach center, 700 W. Market St. Local author Gregory L. Owen will speak on his book, “The Longest Patrol: A U-Boat Gunner’s War.” Refreshments will be served. The church also hosts AWANA at 6 p.m. Wednesdays. The AWANA program offers Bible teaching, small group interaction and age-appropriate games for Puggles, Cubbies, Sparks and T & T age groups. 434-9634.
— Mary Lou Dean