Religion Calendar: 08/02/2008

Religion Calendar is published weekly by the Traverse City Record-Eagle. Information may be mailed to Record-Eagle, P.O. Box 632, Traverse City, MI 49685; fax to 946-8632; e-mail gmurray@record-eagle.com. Items should be sent at least two weeks in advance. All entries are subject to editing and are published on a space-available basis.

EVENTS/ACTIVITIES

Revival Center of Cadillac Camp Meeting 2008, continues through Aug. 3, 984 Plett Road, Cadillac, contemporary Christian worship, spirt-filled messages; Aug. 2 activities include 10 a.m. paintball followed by 3-on-3 basketball tournament at 3 and fish fry at 5 p.m. Cost is $5 per person. Bob Hamlet performs in concert at 7 p.m.; Aug. 3 Sunday service at 10 a.m. followed by picnic; 775-2662.

First Congregational Church Thrift Shop summer sale continues through Aug. 15, 207 E. Eighth St., TC; white-tagged men's and women's clothing 50 percent off; profits directed to Women's Fellowship of the church and support church programs and local missions; 946-6620.

Rainbow Bookstore "Tuesday Treats," 1253 S. Airport Road, TC; 7 p.m. Aug. 5, Family Movie Night features "The Wager" with Randy Travis, free; 7 p.m. Aug. 12, The Music of Dan & Kristin Frank; 7 p.m. Aug. 19, Home School Forum, ask questions of home school parents and children; scheduling, curriculum and other aspects of homeschooling; 7-9 p.m. Aug. 26, "The Big Wrap Up; Candy Cane Sale; 946-8800.

Empire United Methodist Church Potluck and Concert by Marty Miller, 7 p.m. Aug. 2, 10050 Michigan St., Empire; potluck picnic starts at 6 p.m. hotdogs and beverages provided, participants should bring a dish to pass and table service.

Angela Josephine Concert, 7 p.m. Aug. 3, Glen Lake Community Reformed Church, 4902 W. MacFarlane Road, Glen Arbor; an offering will be taken, an ice cream social follows the concert.

"Birdsong" Family Concert in the Park, 7 p.m. Aug. 3, Central Lake, sponsored by six area churches; a community picnic at 5 p.m. at pavilion behind the chamber building located off Main Street in Central Lake; bring two dishes to pass. Tableware and drinks provided; in case of inclement weather event will be at Central Lake High School; offering will be taken; 599-2122.

Christian Young Adult Network (CYAN), meets at 6 p.m. every other Saturday, for Catholics ages 18-35 who meet to pray, learn more about their faith, meet others, serve the community and participate in social events; next gathering will be Aug. 9 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Second St., TC; call Casey Truelove, 883-3271 or e-mail c_truelove@hotmail.com.

Bethany Christian Services Free Adoption Informational Meetings, Aug. 12; 1-4 p.m. state adoption/foster care informational meeting; 6-8 p.m. international adoption meeting; 995-0870.

Traverse Bay United Methodist Church Swiss Steak and Chicken Dinner, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Aug. 14, 1200 Ramsdell Road, TC: $8/adults, $3.50 children 4-10, children under 4 eat for free, proceeds benefit Christ United Methodist Church; 946-4930.

Dixieland Devotionals, short Wednesday devotionals featuring Dixieland group, The Backroom Gang," 6:50 p.m. Aug. 6 & 13; The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster; TC; offering benefits Love INC, Women's Resource Center, Northwest Michigan Food Coalition and Safe Harbor; 947-0555 or 946-5680.

"Infinite Sparks: Creation Stories' Hidden Wisdom," 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 2, Lunch and Learn with Rabbi Seth Castleman of Ahavat Shalom Congregation; Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 6726 Center Road, TC; $18 for non-members; 929-4330.

Rubber Ducky 5K walk/race, 8:30 a.m. Aug. 16, The Church in the Hills, 6401 Shanty Creek Road, Bellaire; proceeds benefit Bellaire Food Pantry and church mission opportunities; 533-6001 or e-mail rubberducky5k@hotmail.com to register.

CLASSES/STUDY

DivorceCare, 7-9 p.m. Thursdays through Aug. 20, First Congregational Church, 6105 Peninsula Drive, TC; weekly non-denominational, self-study video presentations for those dealing with divorce; $1 per week; Aug. 7: "Single Sexuality;" Aug. 14: "Forgiveness;" Aug. 21: "Reconciliation;" Aug. 28: "Moving On, Growing Closer to God;" 947-6698.

Project Unity for Life men's groups, 6:30 p.m. Mon.-Tues., faith-based resource dedicated to regeneration of men suffering from life-controlling issues and seeking direction and connection through Bible teaching; Grace Episcopal Church, Washington St., TC; reservations required, 632-5553.

Project Unity for Life women's group, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 900 E. Front ST., TC; discussion on overcoming addictions; 929-4446 or www.projectunityforlife.com.

"A Course in Miracles" study groups, 7:15-9 p.m. Tues.; and 7:15-9 p.m. Wed., participants may join anytime; both groups meet at Talon Title Group, second floor, 315 N. Division, TC; the Rev. Deb Brown, 929-9009.

A Course in Miracles, 7:15 p.m. Wed., all are welcome; Unity Church, 3600 Five Mile Road, TC; 929-9009.

FELLOWSHIP/MEETINGS

Church of the Bay, the city/regional church in the area, has moved for the summer to the Old City Hall, 161 E. State Street. Members meet from noon to 1 p.m. every Wednesday in the first floor conference room in the back of the building to pray for the region; call Margie Long, Director of Intercessors for Church of the Bay. 943-8760.

Mothers of Preschoolers group (M.O.P.S.), 9:15-11:15 a.m. second and fourth Friday of each month, child care and registration are free; Zion Lutheran Church, next to Northern Michigan Hospital, Petoskey; 622-3839.

Sunday Series, 1-3 p.m., non-denominational presentation of talks, art exhibits, music, dance, performances, film and more; first Sunday "Special Guests"; second Sunday "Quiet Time" with floor and handheld labyrinths; third Sunday "Toast & Jam Café" for adults, with film, open mic, poetry, conversation, karaoke, soup; fourth Sunday "Tibetan Music" with Tibetan bowl concerts by Mark Handler; $5-$10 suggested donation; Just Imagine Creative Center, 223 W. 14th, TC; 932-9808 or www.justimagine.name.

Mothers in Christ, 9-11 a.m. Mon., $2 meeting fee, plus $2 per child with $4 maximum child care fee; open to all Christian mothers; Christ the King Catholic Church, 3801 Shore Road, Acme; 938-9214.

Women of Faith, 7:30 p.m. second Tues. of month, open to Catholic women of any age or from any parish who wish to grown in their faith and discover the beauty of their vocation as women; St. Francis Catholic Church Franciscan Room, South Union Street, TC; Mary Kelly, 946-1126, or Kathy Mousseau, 943-5045.

Episcopal Peace Fellowship, brown bag lunch meeting, 11:45 a.m. third Mon., Grace Episcopal Church, 341 E. Washington St., TC; 947-2330.

Friendship Program, 7 p.m. Tues., to help developmentally disabled adults understand Christian faith, Fellowship Church, 2555 Garfield Road, TC; 938-1730 or 947-6420.

NEXUS Alternative Worship Service, noon Sundays, Presbyterian Church of TC, 701 Westminster; 946-5680.

YOUTH ACTIVITIES

Northern Lakes Community Church "Tweens" drop-in center, 5444 Herkener Road, TC; 8 a.m.-noon Monday, Wednesday and Friday sessions for kids in grades 6-9; Session II runs through Aug. 14; light breakfast, physical and social activities and daily devotional; 935-4556.

"God's Big Backyard" vacation Bible school, Aug., 8-10, Northland Community Church, 9105 Fouch Road, TC; call for times, 946-9693.

FOOD PANTRIES

Redeemer Lutheran Church, 10 a.m.-noon Mon. and Thurs., or by appointment, drop off food donations during pantry hours or on Sun., serving northwest Grand Traverse and northeast Benzie counties; at the church, U.S. 31, Interlochen; 276-6372.

Kingsley United Methodist Church, 9 a.m.-noon Mon. and 7-8 p.m. Wed., no appointment necessary; at the church, 113 E. Blair St., Kingsley; 263-5278.

New Life Family Worship Center, 10 a.m. fourth Sat.; at the church, 7030 W. 4 Road, south of Buckley; 269-4662.

Grace Episcopal Church, Mon. Wed. and Fri., people needing food should call before noon on those days; at the church, 341 Washington St., TC; 947-2330.

Lake Ann United Methodist Church, serving northwestern Grand Traverse and northeastern Benzie counties; call for details; 275-7236, or 275-6029.

Revival Center of Cadillac, 8:30 a.m. Wed., 6 p.m. every third Mon. of month; 984 Plett Road, Cadillac; 775-2662.

St. Michael's Lutheran Church LCMS, food pantry, 1-3 p.m. Wed.; 912 S. Garfield, TC.

Resurrection Life Church mobile food pantry, 3-5 p.m. second Tues., first come, first served; 4376 U.S. 31 S., TC; 943-0450.

MEALS

Sal's Kitchen, noon meal Mon., Wed. and Fri., Salvation Army, 1239 Barlow, TC; 946-4644.

Community lunch, noon Tues., sponsored by Unitarian Universalist Congregation; at Friends Church, Fifth and Oak streets, TC; 947-3117.

Community lunch, noon Fri.; Grace Episcopal Church, 341 Washington, TC; 947-2330.

Family dinner, 6 p.m. first Wed. of the month; Revival Center of Cadillac, 984 Plett Road, Cadillac; 775-2662.

PRAYER/MEDITATION

Church of the Bay, the city/regional church of our area, has moved for the summer to the Old City Hall, located on the southwest corner of State and Cass Streets, 161 E. State Street. Every Wednesday we meet in the first floor conference room in the back of the building and pray for our region between noon and 1:00 PM. Questions: contact Margie Long, Director of Intercessors for Church of the Bay. 943-8760.

Camp Meeting 2008, through Aug. 3, tent revival worship, The Revival Center of Cadillac, 984 Plett Road, Cadillac., 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. speakers daily; concession of homemade food and nursery and child care available; 775-2662.

Peace Meditation and Prayer, that normally meets from 9:30-10:30 a.m. second Thurs. of month; Suttons Bay Congregational Church, 218 W. Madison, Suttons Bay; has been suspended during summer months. Sessions will begin again in September, call 271-6036.

Service of Prayer and Healing, 7 p.m. third Sun. of month, quiet meditative worship, opportunity for individual laying on of hands and prayer for healing; Advent Lutheran Church, renovated fire garage, downtown Lake Ann; 632-0824 or www.adventlakeann.org.

Community Prayer Breakfast, 7 a.m. Tuesdays, Kalkaska United Methodist Church, 2525 Beebe Road, Kalkaska. Community prayer for the region and its residents, noon-1 p.m. Wed., everyone welcome, sponsored by Church of the Bay, a multi-denominational group of area churches; Espresso Bay, 202 E. Front, TC.

Outdoor, 11-circuit labyrinth, always open, made of rock and forest material, on private property; Robert and Pauline Alley residence, 16488 Honor Highway (U.S. 31), 7.2 miles west of Interlochen Corners, north side of highway; 275-6039 or 342-1366.

Crossroads Community of Faith Men's Ministry, 8 a.m. second Sat.; Big Boy, U.S. 31 North, TC; 943-7312.

Sunday Morning Meditation, 11 a.m.-noon Sun., walk-ins welcome; Higher Self Bookstore, 328 E. Front Street, TC; 941-5805.

SINGLES

"Oasis" active Christian singles, normally meets 7 p.m. Thurs. New Hope Community Church's Small Chapel, 5100 Bethesda Ct., Williamsburg; 938-8056, ext. 237, visit www.oasisministry.cc for up-to-date information.

Singles for Christ, first and third Sat. of month, for singles 40/older, sponsored by Zion Lutheran Church, Petoskey; for details or schedule of activities, call Frieda Lewitt, 347-5747.

Singles' group, 6:30-9 p.m. third Thurs. of each month, for singles older than 40; First Church of the Nazarene, corner of 14th and Division, TC; call Kathy Love, 342-1142.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, daily, Ladies AA meeting, 8 p.m. Wednesdays; Sunday AA meetings held at 8 p.m., Kalkaska United Methodist Church, 2525 Beebe Road, Kalkaska.

Project Unity for Life's "Free at Last" women's group, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wed., Project Unity for Life offices, 900 E. Front, suite 200, TC; 929-4446 or www.projectunityforlife.com.

Grand Traverse area chapter of The Compassionate Friends, 7 p.m. second and fourth Mon., self-help support organization for parents grieving the loss of a child; Munson Community Health Center, Munson Avenue, TC; 946-5462.

Christ-centered, 12-step addiction recovery groups, "The Rock" (co-ed), 7-8:30 p.m. Fri., Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 402 W. Ninth St., TC.

Open Door, post-abortion healing ministry to help people affected emotionally and spiritually by abortion, TC; for day, time and location, call 378-4962 or e-mail thistime@coslink.net.

Caregiver Support Group, 7 p.m. every third Monday, The Presbyterian Church, 701 Westminster, TC; for those caring for elderly parents while juggling careers and families; Pastor Becky Chamberlain, 946-5680.

Alcoholics for Christ: Mon. 7:30-9 p.m., Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 1050 Peninsula Dr., TC, 938-2654 or 631-2493; Tues. 7-8:30 p.m., Community of Joy, 2586 Crossings Circle, behind Borders Books, TC, 943-7963; Thurs. 7-8:30 p.m., Long Lake Friends Church, 4172 Church Road, TC, 228-7784 or 313-4355; Fri. 7:30-9 p.m., Christ Community Church, 442 W. Seventh St., TC; 620-0253.

Christian Recovery Group, 8 p.m. Mon. and Fri., 12-step Christian approach to recovery issues; Salvation Army, 1239 Barlow, TC; 946-4644.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous, 6 p.m. Thurs., free, no weigh-ins; Munson Community Health Center, meeting room G, 550 Munson Ave., TC; 263-7827 or 922-1653.

Post-abortion support group and Bible study, Mon. evenings; Pregnancy Resource Center, Cadillac; for time, location or details, 775-1545.

Homosexuals Anonymous, a Christian support group to help men and women find freedom from homosexuality; for details, leave a confidential message, e-mail tcha.1@juno.com or call (610) 779-2500 or (800) 288-HAFS.

WORSHIP

Advent Lutheran (ELCA), at renovated fire garage, downtown Lake Ann; 275-8031, www.adventlakeann.org or e-mail pastorjustin@charter.net.

Baha'i Faith, devotions and study group, for information about TC area gatherings, call 941-4699.

Bay Pointe Community Church, 6880 Secor Road, TC; 922-9882.

Bayview Wesleyan Church, 720 Wayne St., TC; 947-3792.

Benzie Bible Church, at Platte River Elementary School, 11434 Main, next to the fire station, Honor; 378-4646.

Benzonia Congregational Church, UCC, south of intersection of U.S. 31 and M-115 W., Benzonia; 882-4922.

Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 6012 Lake St., Glen Arbor; 334-4180.

Bethlehem Lutheran Church ELCA, 1050 Peninsula Dr. at Bryant Park, TC; 947-9880.

Blaine Christian Church, Joyfield Road, Arcadia; 352-9148.

Calvary Lutheran Church ELCA, 10180 Elk Lake Road, Elk Rapids; 264-8841.

Central United Methodist Church, 222 Cass St., TC; 946-5191 or www.tccentralumc.org.

Christ United Methodist Church, 1249 Three Mile Road S., TC; 946-3048 or http://www.tcchrist.com.

Church in the Hills Presbyterian (USA), 6401 Shanty Creek Road, Bellaire; 533-6001.

Church of the Living God, 1514 Birmley Road, TC; 947-7645.

Church of the Nazarene, 1023 S. Division, TC; 947-5445.

Church of Universal Consciousness, 10 a.m. third Sun., a metaphysical church; for details and location, 258-2377 or rssr@wildblue.net.

Community of Christ, 813 Parsons, TC; 947-0600.; Inland Congregation, 18010 Honor Hwy., Inland Twp., 275-2022.

Congregation Ahavat Shalom, meets at Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 6726 Center Road, TC, 929-4330.

Congregation Beth El, 311 Beth El Way, TC; 946-1913.

Crossroads Community of Faith, 3920 N. U.S. 31 South, TC; 943-7312.

Elberta United Methodist Church, 555 Lincoln Ave., Elberta; 352-7427.

Elk Rapids United Methodist Church, 301 Traverse St., Elk Rapids; 264-8134.

Empire United Methodist Church, 10050 Michigan St., Empire; 326-5510.

Faith Missionary Baptist Church, 8075 E. Hoxie Road, northeast corner of Bugai and Hoxie roads, TC; 922-0274.

Family of Faith Lutheran Church, Montessori Children's House, 5363 N. Long Lake Road, TC; 933-0947.

Feast of Victory Lutheran Church, 4400 Mt. Hope Road, Acme; 938-1070.

Fellowship Church (Christian Reformed Ministry), 2555 Garfield Road N., TC; 947-6520.

Fife Lake United Methodist Church, 206 N. Boyd St., Fife Lake; 879-4270.

First Baptist Church, 244 Washington, TC; 946-4727.

First Christian Church, 3686 S. Airport Road, TC; 946-4074.

First Church of Christ, Scientist, 330 Sixth St., TC; 946-9420; Reading Room, 1142 E. Eighth St., TC; 947-6293.

First Congregational Church, 6105 Center Road, TC; 947-6698.

First Congregational Church UCC, corner of Zosel and Spring streets, Onekama; 889-4081, oldchurch82@jackpine.net.

First Congregational Church, 425 Forest Ave., Frankfort; 352-7909.

Forest Area Bible Church, 616 Bates St., Fife Lake; 879-3285.

Frankfort United Methodist Church, 537 Crystal Ave., Frankfort; 352-7427.

Grace Episcopal Church, 341 Washington St., TC; 947-2330 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Fri.

Grant United Methodist Church, Karlin and Zue roads, Buckley; 275-7109.

Harbor Light "A Life Giving Church," 4050 Barnes Road, TC; 933-0700.

Hidden Springs Community Church, Marion Township Hall, Marion Center Road, south of M-66, Charlevoix; 237-9204.

Honor Congregational Church, U.S. 31, Honor; 325-3282.

Immanuel Baptist Church, 1027 McRae Hill Road, TC; 946-6938 or www.ibctc.org.

Keswick United Methodist Church, South Center Highway, Suttons Bay; 271-3755 or www.keswickchurch.org.

Kewadin United Methodist Church, 7234 Cairn Highway, Kewadin; 264-9640.

Revival Center of Kingsley, 111 S. Bronson St., Kingsley; 775-0074.

Kingsley United Methodist Church, 113 E. Blair St., Kingsley; 263-5278.

Lake Ann United Methodist Church New Life Center, 19900 First St., Lake Ann; 275-7236.

Light of the North Christian Center, 3211 N. Garfield, TC; 922-0099.

Long Lake Friends Church, North Long Lake and Church roads, TC; 946-5289.

Manton United Methodist Church, 102 N. Michigan Ave., Manton; 824-3593.

Mayfield Chapel, 2300 Church St., Mayfield; 947-1512 or e-mail mayfchap@aol.com.

Minar Bible Church, 9400 W. M-115, Mesick; 885-1818, bbrose@acegroup.cc.

New Hope Community Church, 5100 Bethesda Ct., Acme; 938-8056.

New Life Family Worship Center, 7030 W. 4 Road, south of Buckley; 269-4662.

Northern Lakes Community Church (Presbyterian USA), 5460 N. Long Lake Road, TC; enter off Herkner; 935-4556.

Northland Community Church, 9105 E. Fouch Road, TC; 946-9693.

Old Mission Congregational Church, 18687 Mission Road, Old Mission; 223-4185.

Old Mission Peninsula United Methodist Church, 16426 Center Road, Old Mission; 223-4393.

The Orchard Church, at TC Christian High School, 753 Emerson Road, TC; 947-5483 or www.OrchardChurchHome.com.

Our Lady of Fatima Church, fourth and fifth Sun., traditional Roman Catholic Latin Mass, preceded by confessions and rosary; County Road 633, three miles south of Grawn; call for times and details, 947-4568 or 943-8630.

Our Savior Evangelical Lutheran Church, 6790 M-115, Benzonia; 882-4326, www.cuaa.edu/~lcmosel/.

Peninsula Bible Church, 430 Fair St., TC; 946-9451 or 946-7209.

Pine Grove Church of God, 790 Indian Trail, TC; 946-8720; www.pinegroveministries.org.

Potter's House, UCC, meeting at Grace Episcopal Church, 341 Washington St., TC; 941-7041 or www.pottershouseucc.org.

Praise West Church, 900 E. Front St., TC; 946-2090.

Quakers (Religious Society of Friends), unprogrammed worship service, 9 a.m. Sun., follows traditional Quaker format of silence and meditation without pastoral leadership; programmed worship service 10 a.m. Sun.; Friends Meetinghouse, Fifth and Oak, TC.

Redeemer Presbyterian Church (PCA), at Seventh-day Adventist facility, Four Mile and Hammond roads, TC; 946-1700.

Resurrection Life Church, 4376 U.S. 31 S., TC; 943-0450, www.resonline.org.

River of Life Church, at the Christ Community Church building, corner of Seventh and Oak streets, TC; 943-9667 or www.riveroflife-tc.org.

Sacred Heart Church, Roman Catholic Latin Mass, Valley Road, east of 131, Mancelona; 587-8515.

Safe Harbor Baptist Church, at Mill Creek Elementary School, 9039 Old M-72, Williamsburg; 642-1259.

St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 8190 Lincoln, Beulah; 882-4241.

St. Joseph Catholic Church, 13400 Center Road, TC; 223-7211 or 649-1339.

St. Michael's Lutheran Church LCMS, 912 S. Garfield, TC; 947-5293.

St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Townline and M-22, Cedar; 228-6888.

St. Philip's Episcopal Church, 785 Beulah Highway, Beulah; 882-4506.

The Salvation Army, 1239 Barlow St., TC; 946-4644.

Sojourn Church, 1101 E. Front, TC; 360-4425; www.sojourntc.org.

Suttons Bay Bible Church, 3224 S. West Bay Shore Dr. (M-22), Suttons Bay; 271-4618.

The Tabernacle, 213 Wexford Ave., Buckley; 269-4190 or www.buckleychurch.com.

Traverse Bay Mennonite Church, 915 Carver St., TC; 947-8103, 941-1378 or 941-7840.

Traverse Bay United Methodist Church, 1200 Ramsdell Road, TC; 946-5323.

Traverse City Orthodox Mission, meeting at 1030 Hastings St., TC; 668-6583.

Trinity Lutheran Church (ELCA), James and 10th streets, Frankfort.

Trinity Lutheran Church, 1003 S. Maple, TC; 946-2720.

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Grand Traverse, 6726 Center Road, TC; 947-3117 or www.uucgt.org.

Unity Church, 3600 Five Mile Road, TC; 938-9587 or www.unity-traverse.org.

Watershed Church, Building 50, Village Center, Grand Traverse Commons, TC; www.watershedtc.org or 218-3285.

West Bay Covenant Church, Cherry Bend Road at West Bay Shore Drive, TC; 946-7947.

Westside Community Church, at TC West Senior High School auditorium, 5376 N. Long Lake Road, TC; 941-9300, westsideclark@aol.com.

Williamsburg United Methodist Church, 5750 Williamsburg Road, Williamsburg; 267-5792.

Windward Church, a new United Methodist church forming in TC, 421-1403 or www.windwardchurch.org.

Woodside Wesleyan Church, 6789 Ole White Dr., Lake Ann; for service times or details, call 275-7763.

The Word Church, 3300 Epps Lane, TC; 938-5901.

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