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Religion – October 25, 2012
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Gather For Community
Federated Church is sponsoring an ecumenical event to promote community on Nov. 3 from 6-8 p.m. at the Family Life Center, 16349 Chillicothe Road in Bainbridge.
The informal evening is for people of all ages who want to gather to share a potluck meal, enjoy community singing and celebrate the sacrament of Communion.
For information, call Amanda Powell at 440-247-6490 ext. 165. R.S.V.P. to Rev. Ruth Garwood at rgarwood@fedchurch.org.
Elderlife Senior Luncheon
The Federated Church Elderlife group will hold its monthly luncheon at 12:30 p.m. Nov. 15 at The Family Life Center, 16349 Chillicothe Road in Bainbridge. Kater to You will cater a turkey and gravy lunch.
Cost is $10 and reservations must be received by Nov. 7 by calling the church at 440-247-6490. Payment can be made at the door with a reservation.
Following lunch, violinist Mary Beth Ions will perform her one-woman program, "Violin: Up Close and Personal."
Coping With Holiday Grief
Federated Church, 76 Bell St. in Chagrin Falls, is offering a session on Nov. 4, from 2-4 p.m., in the lounge for those wanting to learn how to cope with grief and loss during the holidays. Mary Senechal, home care nurse with Hospice of the Western Reserve, will lead the session designed to provide sources of comfort and support. Call the church at 440-247-6490 with any questions or interest in attending.
Prayer And Healing Discussed
John Quincy Adams III will present a lecture titled "Does Christian Science really heal sickness and sin?" at 2 p.m. Nov. 3 at the Willoughby Masonic Temple, 36 Public Square Road. In his talk, Adams will explore how healing is possible through the practical application of scientific prayer in our lives and share experiences that show how he and others have put this prayer-based system of healing into practice in their own lives.
Student-Led Services
Fowlers Mill Christian Church will host a team of students from Johnson University in Knoxville, Tenn., on Oct. 27 and 28. The students, who are musicians and singers, will lead a contemporary service at 6 p.m. Saturday. After the program, there will be a bonfire with hot dogs, marshmallows and drinks. The gym in the new family center will be open for activities.
On Sunday, the students will lead the morning worship service at 10 a.m.
All events are free and open to the public. For information, contact Pastor Roy Williams at 440-488-8400. The church is located at 10755 Mayfield Road, just east of Alpine Valley Ski Resort.
