Chorus to feature Haydn mass Dec 4, 2008
The Lebanon Community Chorus, directed by Kevin Wong, practices at Our Saviour s Lutheran Church on Nov. 20 for the upcoming holiday concert at 7 p.m. on Dec. 9 at the church. ROBIN CAMP/Lebanon Express. (Lebanon Express, OR)
The election is over Dec 3, 2008
Ted McCarron wrote on Nov 29, 2008 4:05 PM:" Obama's career was launched at the home of Bill Ayers, a communist terrorist who bombed the Pentagon and the Capitol. In 2001 Ayers posed for a photo standing on the American flag, which Obama refused to salute or wear a lapel pin of. Obama's pro-Commuinst pastor preached anti-american hate for 20 years with Obama at the church, declaring "God damn America" after 9-11. Obama called Communist Party member Frank Marshall Davis his "mentor. " In 2003... (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Holiday events kick off with parades Dec. 6 Dec 3, 2008
Activities will include hayrides, views of the church in historic buildings, a visit with Santa, the Hering Store, the Old Store and other sites ... Visitors may start their tour by parking in the parking lot of the Church of the Visitation Parish Hall and getting on one of the drawn rides ... At the end of the stroll, everyone is invited to attend a Christmas concert by the church choir. (Cameron Herald, TX)
Barthen service Dec 3, 2008
A funeral service for Robert C. Barthen, 75, of Eau Claire, was held at 10 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 29, 2008, at the Church of Notre Dame, Chippewa Falls, with Fr. Brian Jazdzewski officiating. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Ollie Mae Gingras Dec 3, 2008
Friends may call one hour prior to services at the church on Friday. The family would like to request memorials be directed to The Alzheimer s Research Center, 640 Jackson St. St. Paul, MN. 55101, or The Cornell Care Center or the First Presbyterian church, both in Cornell. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Churches address the needs Dec 3, 2008
In the midst of hard economic times and an uncertain future the church remains a safe haven in times of trouble ... It usually seems to me, in difficult times, people look toward the church ... The church is a lighthouse in the midst of a darkened world, a place to turn when times are tough, Swanberg said in explanation of why church attendance has been so high and keeps increasing. (Forest City Summit, IO)
City parade draws thousands Dec 3, 2008
The church will receive a certificate and $75. Third place went to Horton Memorial Baptist Church. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Mourners honor Riddering Dec 3, 2008
The church was nearly full for his memorial service, which he helped plan ... Following the service in the church, those in attendance walked behind the hearse carrying Riddering's American flag-draped casket across the street to Santa Maria Cemetery for interment. (Santa Maria Times)
Frances Ruth Stearns, 85 Dec 3, 2008
Visitation will also be held for one hour prior to the services at the church on Tuesday. Frances Ruth Stearns, 85 Advertisement. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
MAPLES MILL CHURCH TO HOLD ITS ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CONCERT Dec 3, 2008
Refreshments will be served in the church basement following the program. Comments. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Obituaries for Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2008 Dec 3, 2008
Friends may call on Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Thorson-Reetz Funeral Home in Viroqua with a prayer vigil at 7 p.m. Friends may also call at the church after 10 a.m. on Friday ... Friends may call at the church on Friday from 10 a.m. until time of services ... As a Duluth resident for the past 40 years, Ione was a member of St. Michael s Catholic Church in Lakeside, where she was an active member in the Ladies Circle and volunteered at the church s Used-a-Bit shop. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Community calendar Dec 3, 2008
To enter the church, use the door on the Carbide Lane side. Cub Scout Pack 43 and Learning for Life Group 43 6:30 p.m., Scout room, Trinity United Methodist Church, 2330 Plank Road, Keokuk. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Southern Middle Mourns Death of Teacher Dec 3, 2008
Burial will follow in the church cemetery. A moment of silence was observed for Kennedy at Monday's Moore County Board of Education meeting. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Minister takes to the streets to recruit new members (23) Dec 3, 2008
The church members are doing something to help Lodi, what have you done lately. Oh, that's right, you complained in LNS about people trying to do good. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Q-Tip's Renaissance Is More Than An Album Title For A Tribe Called Quest MC Dec 3, 2008
"Clubs and DJing and parties is like the church of hip-hop. It brings in so many different people from different backgrounds, colors and denominations for one cause. I think that's pretty powerful and influences me when I'm making music.". Tip knows that he probably won't sell as many records as some of his counterparts, or may not dominate in emerging music-industry markets like ringtones and commercial endorsements. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Young Jeezy And Nas Pay Tribute To Barack Obama, MLK, Public Enemy In 'My President' Video Dec 3, 2008
Ebenezer was the church where Martin Luther King Jr. preached, and it's located just minutes from the house he grew up in. Forty years after his death, MLK's dream came to fruition with Obama heading to the White House. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Cheri Keaggy concert, retreat planned Dec. 5 in Charleston Dec 2, 2008
Also, Keaggy will be the guest the women s retreat being held at the church, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Dec. 6 ... For more information contact the church at 345-4989, or e-mail, at. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Symphony for Christmas season Dec 2, 2008
Simon also noted the acoustics in the church ... Indest said the church has a capacity of 900, and it looked like attendance was near that number. (New Iberia, LA)
Upcoming Christmas events in the Walker County area Dec 2, 2008
For vendor or parade information, call the church office at 706-375-2733. Cove Methodist Church will hold a candlelight Christmas service Saturday, Dec. 6, at 7 p.m.. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Singers begin Christmas season with Messiah Dec 2, 2008
Singers from all over Cumberland County and from a number of different churches gathered in the church, meeting friends they hadnt seen for a year since the last production of Messiah. . (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
People Profile --Keaton’s ‘call’ planted seed for Chappell Hill church Dec 2, 2008
The church began after Keaton had a call to start a Bible study group with friends ... Seems there were no longer any nuns assigned to the church, leaving a large living area on that property vacant; and so the Keaton family, who within just the next year or so would plant the seeds for a new Baptist Church here would actually begin their Chappell Hill residency occupying the Catholic church s one-time nunnery ... In addition to her busy schedule as a homemaker and loving grandparents, Linda who... (Brenham Banner, TX)
Needham Religion Notes (Dec. 4) Dec 2, 2008
There will be a reception following the Sing in the Church Parlor ... Enrollment forms are available to register children ages 4 and up at the church or via the Web site ... For more information, please contact the church office at 781-444-1179. (Needham Tab, MA)
The Good Samaritan Dec 2, 2008
He was also a community leader (having served for decades in public office), and a fixture in the church where I grew up ... During the funeral, I looked around the church in the town I had left a quarter century before ... The people of the church provided me with comfort and a sense of continuity. (Townhall.com)
Religion calendar for the week of Nov. 28v Dec 2, 2008
"Hanging of the Greens" ---- First Congregational Church of Escondido is marking the start of Advent with a new tradition: "Hanging of the Greens." This special service, in which the church will be decorated with evergreens, wreaths and poinsettias, will conclude with the lighting of candles and the adornment of the creche; 10 a.m. Sunday; 1800 N. Broadway, Escondido; (760) 745-3320 or. Local churches to mark World AIDS Day ---- The United Methodist Church of Vista and Trinity Episcopal Church... (North County Times)
Thefts and mischief Dec 2, 2008
n Nov. 28, 11:37 p.m., three teenagers threw eggs at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints North Bend ward, 3355 Virginia Ave.. n Nov. 29, 7:10 a.m., a vehicle was egged in the 2000 block of 11th Court. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
PINE BLUFF PONDERING HOLIDAYS, SALES TAX PROPOSAL VOTE Dec 2, 2008
The First Presbyterian Church Day School will hold its Christmas Blessings Fair/Bake Sale/Silent Auction Fundraiser from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday and from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at the church, located at 717 W 32nd Ave. The silent auction will end at 11 a.m. Saturday and bidders do not have to be present to win. The fair will include homemade items, including jewelry, artwork, totes and stationary, with other items available from Pampered Chef, Mary Kay Cosmetics and Slipada Design Jewelry. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Annual Christmas tour of homes set Saturday in downtown Fulton Dec 2, 2008
Seasonal music at the church will be featured from 7:30-7:55 p.m. Then the First Christian Church Bell Choir will perform, followed by choral music from 8:10-8:30 p.m. ... Built in 1912, the church is a blend of Colonial Revival with Prairie influenced detailing. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Bells chime, support given for AIDS awareness in Old Bisbee ceremony Dec 2, 2008
How sinful is it to leave out the knowledge that will prolong the lives of those in the church, rather than to love them enough to teach the reality of a disease that will kill with a very long and protracted misery that is difficult to describe. Sue Moore, who works for the LifeCare Center in Sierra Vista, attended the AIDS observance to show support for all people infected with HIV/AIDS. And I known Tim (Van Nattan) and I came here to show support for him. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Obituaries for Monday, December 2, 2008 Dec 2, 2008
Ed was a member of St. Paul s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Fort Atkinson, and served on the church council and school board. He is survived by his wife, Aleda; two sons, Matthew (Ann), Mason; granddaughter, Abigail, all of Fort Atkinson; a brother, Fred (Connie Mueller) Brensel of Onalaska, Wis. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Volunteers needed for Eagles Thanksgiving Dec 2, 2008
First United Methodist Church Fruit of the Spirit Cookbooks can be purchased at the church office or by calling 552-7434 or 552-3992 ... Anyone wishing to donate a gift should bring it to the church pr Coldwell Banker Russell Cain s office, 2025 North Highway 35. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Arts, crafts festival Saturday and Sunday Dec 2, 2008
All proceeds will benefit important work for the church. Halloween carnival. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
'Confession' of a gay Catholic Dec 1, 2008
Pomfret served as a lector at the church for eight years before officials there let him go in September because of his other role as an erotica fiction writer ... The church's executive director, the Rev. David Convertino, told the Globe and other local media that some people had concerns about Pomfret's role at the church. (Boston Globe)
Singing on science Dec 1, 2008
Listeners old and young smiled, tapped their feet, and sometimes sang along, voices and horns resonating in the majestic sanctuary of the church. The program boasted an enormous variety of music everything from traditional Christmas carols like Hark the Herald Angels Sing to Robert Ward's In Praise of Science, a piece so new that last night was only the second time it has been publicly performed. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
The election is over Dec 1, 2008
Ted McCarron wrote on Nov 29, 2008 4:05 PM:" Obama's career was launched at the home of Bill Ayers, a communist terrorist who bombed the Pentagon and the Capitol. In 2001 Ayers posed for a photo standing on the American flag, which Obama refused to salute or wear a lapel pin of. Obama's pro-Commuinst pastor preached anti-american hate for 20 years with Obama at the church, declaring "God damn America" after 9-11. Obama called Communist Party member Frank Marshall Davis his "mentor. " In 2003... (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Holiday events kick off with parades Dec. 6 Dec 1, 2008
Activities will include hayrides, views of the church in historic buildings, a visit with Santa, the Hering Store, the Old Store and other sites ... Visitors may start their tour by parking in the parking lot of the Church of the Visitation Parish Hall and getting on one of the drawn rides ... At the end of the stroll, everyone is invited to attend a Christmas concert by the church choir. (Cameron Herald, TX)
Mormons facing investigation over Prop. 8 Dec 1, 2008
The New York Times editorial board today of whether the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints violated campaign finance laws with its enthusiastic support of Proposition 8 to roll back same-sex marriage in California ... "Based on the facts that have come out so far, the state is right to look into whether the church broke state laws by failing to report campaign-related expenditures...Churches, which risk their tax-exempt status if they endorse candidates, have more leeway in referendum... (Boston Globe)
Emergency pill for Chilean girls Dec 1, 2008
President Bachelet has faced opposition from the Church. Chile's president has signed a decree so that the morning-after contraceptive pill can be given to girls as young as 14 without their parents' consent. (Yahoo News -- Birth Control)
Heavenly voices preserve joyful past Dec 1, 2008
Choir members, 15 boys and 13 men, moved around the church on Sunday, singing in three different languages at different times during the performance. Over the course of a season the choir sings in English, Latin, German, French, Italian and Russian. (Albany Times Union)
Bracelets encourage Bourg teen Dec 1, 2008
(AP) A mysterious pair of strokes have kept South Terrebonne High School linebacker Kurt LeBlanc absent from the football field, the classroom, the church sanctuary and his home in Bourg for the past two months. The well-known athlete and student has remained hospitalized in New Orleans since suffering the larger of the strokes Sept. 29. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Region roundup Dec 1, 2008
WASHBURN - Augustana Lutheran Church in Underwood will hold its 50th annual Women's Christmas Tea at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the church. The theme is "Merry Christmas Memories," and the tea will include traditional Scandinavian treats. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Tiny village hits El Gordo lottery jackpot Dec 1, 2008
The church bells rang in Rebollo de Duero, in the central Spanish province of Soria, as the handful of farming families celebrated their good fortune. Soria is one of western Europe's most sparsely inhabited regions, with many villages abandoned completely by their inhabitants over the past half century. (Yahoo News -- Gambling & Lottery)
Irma Thurmer, 97 Dec 1, 2008
There will also be visitation one hour prior to the service at the church. Advertisement. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Robert M. Woods Dec 1, 2008
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1000 Taylor Drive, in Sierra Vista. Copyright. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
1924 article: Ku Klux Klan members lobbied for support in Winona area Dec 1, 2008
The organization had been tarred by accusations of vigilante violence and secrecy but most allegations were unfounded, and the group s covert activities were necessary to combat criminals, Elliott told a packed audience at the church. With a flaming cross and 10 white-hooded men sharing his altar, Elliott said the Ku Klux Klan was pledged to law and order. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Religion listings Dec 1, 2008
The church is handicapped accessible, and hearing-assisted devices are available for use ... Office hours: Monday through Wednesday, 9-11 a.m. and Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The church is handicapped accessible ... The church provides many opportunities for involvement. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Across Russia on the Trans-Siberian Railroad Dec 1, 2008
Some ultranationalists gathered on the church steps wearing T-shirts that said "I am a True Russian! Glory to Russia!" They waved the old imperial flag and chanted slogans in support of the Romanovs. Our guide said dismissively, "People should not wear such shirts. All of this," she waved at the church, the priests and the pilgrims, "is just about money and power, like everything.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Former gang member hopes to make a difference in Lodi (1) Dec 1, 2008
David Valdez, right, a former gang member and leader of Victory Outreach, an offshoot of a Stockton church, and Vince Villaneuva, left, watch Lodi police drive away after they shut down Valdez's roadside promotion for the church due to noise complaints ... The church pays the rent for his house, and the rest is up to Valdez and his wife. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Cheri Keaggy concert, retreat planned Dec. 5 in Charleston Nov 30, 2008
Also, Keaggy will be the guest the women s retreat being held at the church, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Dec. 6 ... For more information contact the church at 345-4989, or e-mail, at. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Breaded bliss Nov 30, 2008
The Church now celebrates the Eucharist with wafers that more closely resembled bread, and the Cavanagh Co. patented techniques to produce thicker unleavened wafers with sealed edges to prevent crumbs, the Cavanaghs said ... The company noticed a dip in Catholic Church attendance reflected in lower sales in the early part of this decade after the church sex abuse scandal broke. (Boston Globe)
Berlin teen takes joy in missionary work Nov 30, 2008
The 16-year-old Berlin Brothersvalley High School student had the chance to do mission work in Jamaica, and she said it was a chance she is glad she was able to experience (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Singers begin Christmas season with Messiah Nov 30, 2008
Singers from all over Cumberland County and from a number of different churches gathered in the church, meeting friends they hadnt seen for a year since the last production of Messiah. . (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Churches address the needs Nov 30, 2008
In the midst of hard economic times and an uncertain future the church remains a safe haven in times of trouble ... It usually seems to me, in difficult times, people look toward the church ... The church is a lighthouse in the midst of a darkened world, a place to turn when times are tough, Swanberg said in explanation of why church attendance has been so high and keeps increasing. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Lanny D. Scott (6) Nov 30, 2008
He was a longtime member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church and a former secretary of the church. Lanny liked to watch TV, listen to music and draw. (The Herald-Palladium)
* Pastor celebrates buy nothing day Nov 30, 2008
The Church of Stop Shopping is on the margin of most debate here, but the crashing economy has left Reverend Billy and his elves feeling justified. Their supporters outside the US will mark Buy Nothing Day on Saturday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Religion calendar for the week of Nov. 28v Nov 30, 2008
"Hanging of the Greens" ---- First Congregational Church of Escondido is marking the start of Advent with a new tradition: "Hanging of the Greens." This special service, in which the church will be decorated with evergreens, wreaths and poinsettias, will conclude with the lighting of candles and the adornment of the creche; 10 a.m. Sunday; 1800 N. Broadway, Escondido; (760) 745-3320 or. Local churches to mark World AIDS Day ---- The United Methodist Church of Vista and Trinity Episcopal Church... (North County Times)
Fredrick A. Roberts Nov 30, 2008
As a youngster, Fred and his family attended Rose City Park Presbyterian Church, where his mother was the church soloist. Perhaps this encouraged his lifelong love of singing and music. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
No job and fewer gifts Nov 30, 2008
Throughout middle-class Delaware County in suburban Columbus, Ohio, members of Liberty Presbyterian Church who once donated generously at Christmas now find themselves in the devastating position of having to receive, said the Reverend Rebecca Hart, a pastor at the church. It was no accident that the Christmas recollections submitted for the Advent calendar this year almost all speak to simpler, less extravagant times: The shoebox from home for a lonely sailor, filled with chocolates, a music... (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Deadly crash devastates Alberta Mennonite community Nov 30, 2008
Pastor John Hiebert said he'll stand at the front of the church and offer a prayer for the passing of the elder Rempels and their son, Jake. In the early morning hours last Thursday, a terrible crash on a Colorado highway claimed the lives of Jacob Sr., 42, and Susana, 40, their son Jacob, 16, three other extended family members and a close friend. (Canada.com)
Church window Nov 30, 2008
Call the church office at 647-0724 to register by Nov. 15 ... Then at 10:30 a.m. there will be A worship service in the church sanctuary, celebrating thankfulness and moving into the season of Advent ... Anyone with old photos of the church may bring them to show. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Pilgrims not thankful for Christmas revelry Nov 30, 2008
Anyone, even those colonists who were not members of the church, were prosecuted for making merry. And unless Christmas Day fell on a Sunday, there was no religious celebration at all. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Organist to play at UCC service, present recital Nov 30, 2008
MASON CITY Organist Cathleen (McCready) Harris will play at 10 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 30, at First Congregational United Church of Christ, 100 First St. N.E., for the final event in the church s year-long 150th anniversary celebration. After the service, Harris will present a 30 minute recital on the pipe organ. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Religion news Nov 30, 2008
The Maple Eves women s group of Maple Street Church in Danvers will sponsor a Christmas Concert on Wednesday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. at the church, 90 Maple St., as their December meeting. The local Star Singers musical group, with Kathy Gross directing, will perform in the sanctuary of the church. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Worship Directory from the Nov. 27 edition Nov 30, 2008
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Arlington Ward, 15 Ledgewood Place, Belmont, 617-489-4125. Bishop James Johnston. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
LETTER: People aren't prevented from discussing religion Nov 29, 2008
It was done to keep government from ruling any one religion, such as the Church of England, or the Holy Roman Catholic Church ... father bob wrote on Nov 24, 2008 12:21 PM:" People are not aware of what the constitution says. It was an order, that Congress, Government, shall not rule any one religion as valid. This was done to protect our freedom to choose ones religion. It was done to keep government from ruling any one religion, such as the Church of England, or the Holy Roman Catholic... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Dolbeare, Ruth Nov 29, 2008
Visitation will be from 1 a.m. - 12 p.m. Nov. 28, 2008 also at the church. Pallbearers: Brian DeGroot, Joe Mefford, Steve Likes, Kevin Dolbeare, Chris Mefford, Nathan Dolbeare, Shelley Turner, Karen Hunt, Sherry Annis, Elizabeth Hopkins, Brigit Greuel, Amy Dolbeare, Teena Wright and Maria LeCrone. (Pittsfield Pike Press, IL)
