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    Celebration includes crafts in Charleston  Dec 4, 2008
    Performers will include the Wesley United Methodist Church Hand Bell Choir at 5:15 p.m., Olivier and Charity Christmas carols at 5:30 p.m., and C.J the Neil Diamond impersonator at 6:20 p.m.. Entertainment also will be offered at live window displays around the square, including harpist Hannah Drake performing at the newly reopened Lincoln Book Shop on the north side. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)

    Mid South to hold annual food drive  Dec 4, 2008
    The food bank serves a seven-county region through its network of distribution partner pantries such as Christian Community Services, Navasota Manor, Iola Church of Christ, Bedias United Methodist Church and the new mobile food pantry in Madison County. We are pleased to help continue efforts in raising awareness of hunger not just today during the holiday season but everyday throughout the year and expanding the focus of the food drive to regions outside of Brazos County, said Mid Souths... (Madisonville Meteor, TX)

    Fran Ivy was known as The W’s ultimate alum  Dec 4, 2008
    A committed Methodist, Mrs. Ivy taught a class at First United Methodist Church for decades beginning in the late 1940s. Writing opened doors beyond her home. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)

    Christian Way United kicks of fundraising efforts in the county  Dec 4, 2008
    Several years ago two Choctaw county ministers, Rev. Jerry Lawson, pastor at Enon Cumberland Presbyterian Church and Rev. Sam Dodd, former pastor of Ackerman United Methodist Church began an interdenominational ministers' group for fellowship, friendship, support, and accountability. Over the years this loosely organized group of ministers, responding to the challenge of a local business leader, began to raise money to help Choctaw county residents who were less fortunate than others. (Choctaw Plaindealer, MS)

    KSO, Celebration Chorale launch the holiday season  Dec 4, 2008
    The Celebration Chorale, an outreach group of First United Methodist Church of DeKalb, was formed in 1994 ... Bryan Kunstman, director of the Celebration Chorale, is director of music ministries at First United Methodist church in DeKalb. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)

    Egyptian Theatre hosting a special holiday concert  Dec 4, 2008
    Founding the Celebration Chorale in 1994, Criss spent the next 13 years as director of music at First United Methodist Church before receiving a call into full-time ministry. Since February, 2007 Criss has served the Emmanuel Reformed Church in Morrison as its ministry coordinator for worship and congregational life. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)

    Its a Wonderful Life cast reaches out to community  Dec 4, 2008
    Both sessions will be held at the First United Methodist Church at 321 Oak St., in DeKalb. The production of Cinderella is open only to actors between the ages of 5-18. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)

    Kenneth Kern  Dec 4, 2008
    Services were held Wednesday, Nov. 26 at 11 a.m. at Salem United Methodist Church in Council Bluffs with burial in the Shelby Cemetery. Kern is survived by his wife, Darlene; children Kathryn (Douglas) Pierce of Norwalk, Stanley (Cathryn) Kern of Shelby, Vicki (Michael) Mueller of Lincoln, Neb. (Harlan Tribune, IA)

    Virginia L. Nedberg  Dec 4, 2008
    She was a member of the Red Hatters Society, Punta Gorda and an active member of the Cleveland Methodist Church in Punta Gorda ... A memorial service will be held Friday, December 5, 2008 at 11 a.m. at St. Johns United Church of Christ, 1288 S. Indiana Avenue, Crown Point, IN and January 3, 2009 at 3 at Cleveland United Methodist Church, Punta Gorda, FL. ... The family requests memorials to Cleveland Methodist Church, 28038 Cleveland Avenue, Punta Gorda, FL. 33982. (Demotte Kankakee Valley Post News, IN)

    James R. Sayers  Dec 4, 2008
    Memorials may be made to Carle Hospice or Palliative Care, or the First United Methodist Church, Urbana. Leave Your Condolences. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)

    Holiday Concerts  Dec 4, 2008
    Community Crooners Christmas Concert, meet at 5:15 p.m. at the Nemaha (Iowa) United Methodist Church to follow the lighted star (in a vehicle) to the Russ and Liz Davis barn near Nemaha ... Siouxland Master Chorale Christmas Concert, 3 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 1915 Nebraska St. ... Hunt Elementary School Concert at First United Methodist Church, 1915 Nebraska St., 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.. (Sioux City Journal, IO)

    Local choices for the holidays  Dec 4, 2008
    Concerts will begin at 7:30 p.m., at the First United Methodist Church, 925 North F St. Tickets are 15 for adults 12 for students. Step back in time. (Lompoc Record, CA)

    Breakfast event allows community members to eat pancakes, meet Santa  Dec 4, 2008
    Emily (left) and Kaitlyn (right) Coffey sit on Santa's lap and tell him what they want for Christmas during the first Chamber of Commerce/Main Street pancake breakfast event at the United Methodist Church in Hoopeston ... The Hoopeston Chamber of Commerce and the Hoopeston Main Street program hosted their first joint Christmas pancake breakfast Saturday at the United Methodist Church ... Goin said the two organizations also wanted to host a combined event downtown, so the United Methodist Church... (Hoopeston Chronicle, IL)

    REPLACE TWO SCHOOL BUILDINGS?  Dec 4, 2008
    Buildings don t educate children, said the Rev. Dred Scott of St. Mat-thew s United Methodist Church. We re not talking about forgetting the past. (Dundalk Eagle, MD)

    Ninety-three area teens honored during the fifth annual Leaders of Tomorrow program  Dec 4, 2008
    Her most rewarding volunteer experience, she said, was probably last summer, when she and her sister joined a team of about 20 people from Aldersgate United Methodist Church on a weeklong Vacation Bible School project in the Bronx and visited a juvenile detention center. Were planning on going this summer again, Kirsten said, smiling broadly. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)

    County OKs study ofState Road 60 gateway  Dec 4, 2008
    A second community meeting will be held Thursday, Dec. 11 at 6 p.m. at Homeland Heritage Park s Old Homeland Methodist Church, 249 Church Ave. in Homeland. The purpose of the study, as well as a brief overview is available by visiting the Polk County Government website at. (Lake Wales News, FL)

    CV Symphony holiday events Nov. 22, Dec. 13  Dec 4, 2008
    Start from Chapel Heights United Methodist Church, 300 E. Hamilton Ave., Eau Claire. Tickets are 10 and available at Chippewa Valley Symphony Office, Brent Douglas, Festival Foods, The Potting Shed, Ron s Castle Foods and Willow. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)

    Masey Bowers, 7, and her brother Grant, 3, dry off a female Labrador retriever /bassett hound mix named Annabell. They plan to adopt the canine from the Lake City/Columbia County Animal Shelter. JASON MATTHEW WALKER/Lake City Reporter  Dec 4, 2008
    First United Methodist Church SPY program brought gifts to animals ... Puppies getting walked; cats getting hugs and dogs licking kids on the face and following them around like best friends were common scenes at the shelter when children from the First United Methodist Church of Live Oaks SPY (Special Projects Youth) program visited the shelter ... They basically enjoyed playing with the animals and getting to hold them, said Pam Hancock, a volunteer with the First United Methodist Church... (Lake City Reporter, FL)

    Photo: Season of Symbols  Dec 4, 2008
    Sam Hall, left, and Cherry Eckland put symbol ornaments on the Christmas tree on Nov. 30 at Aldersgate United Methodist Church ... Sam Hall, left, and Cherry Eckland put symbol ornaments on the Christmas tree on Nov. 30 at Aldersgate United Methodist Church. (Juneau Empire)

    Giving spirit: Dawna DeHaven, left, and Jan Dworski help pack gift boxes at First Baptist Church in Benson for this year\'s Operation Christmas Child program. (Adam Bernal/photo.)  Dec 4, 2008
    Contributors to this year's effort include Church of Our Savior, Calvary of St. David, First Baptist Sunizona, Benson Rotary, Grace Chapel, Community Presbyterian Church, Free Methodist Church, Tombstone Community Congregational, ACE Hardware, Community Bible Church of J-6, Benson Heights Baptist, Long Realty, DiPeso Realty, Sandra Watson Realty, First Assembly of God, San Pedro Methodist, Jet Express, Peace in the Valley Lutheran, Bank of America staff, Dragoon Baptist Church, First Baptist of... (Benson San Pedro Valley News Sun, AZ)

    Death Notices for Tuesday, Dec. 2  Dec 4, 2008
    Burial will be in Bethel Methodist Church Cemetery, Pond. Visitation will be held Thursday, Dec. 4, from 10-11 a.m. at the church. (Missourian Publishing, MO)

    City Allows Church to Designate Temporary Handicap Parking  Dec 4, 2008
    The Rev. Alan Ladage of United Methodist Church sought two handicap parking spaces be established on Main Street in front of the church. The church is located in the Main Street business district, across from Farmers ants Bank. (Missourian Publishing, MO)

    Come, all ye faithful  Dec 4, 2008
    Rev. Jerry Swanberg leads the Crystal Lake and Forest City United Methodist Churches ... They move to a place where there is hope, said Pastor Jerry Swanberg of the United Methodist Churches in Forest City and Crystal Lake ... United Methodist Church supports the Neighborhood Food Bank in Forest City by providing a collection spot for food items and other necessities. (Forest City Summit, IO)

    Holiday fun continues in Britt this week  Dec 4, 2008
    The afternoon concert will be held at the Kanawha Christian Reformed Church at p.m. The evening concert will be held at the United Methodist Church in Britt at 7:30 p.m. Christmas cookies and hot cider will be served following the concerts. The Britt firemen are already busy planning all the delicious soups and treats they'll make for their annual holiday fundraiser. (Forest City Summit, IO)

    In harmony with the season  Dec 4, 2008
    Tuesday, the group will perform the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols with choirs from St. John Methodist Church and the Church of the Good Shepherd, an Episcopal church, at Sacred Heart Cultural Center. It will also perform Dec. 15 at the Augusta Museum of History in the 12th annual Concert of Holiday Music. (The Augusta Chronicle)

    Hawaii State Library to Host Handbell Choirs Christmas Concert  Dec 4, 2008
    The Hawaii State Library is scheduled to host "Ringing in the Holidays" featuring the Harris United Methodist Church Bell Choirs, on Saturday, December 6th at 11:30 a.m. in the Main Lobby ... To help kick off the holiday season in a unique way, come enjoy special Christmas music performed by The Heavenly Handbells and The Halle Halle Ringers bell choirs of Harris United Methodist Church. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Catholic church's anti-abuse chief quits on eve of scathing report  Dec 4, 2008
    year, christian liberal arts school affiliated with the free methodist church. this community of learners celebrates the heritage of an evangelical wesleyan. (Yahoo News -- Catholic Church Abuse Scandal)

    Songwriting vets Tempchin and Souther cross paths once again  Dec 4, 2008
    "Jack TempchinWhen: 8 p.m. Dec. 9Where: Calypso Cafe, 576 N Coast Highway 101, LeucadiaAdmission: Free (dinner reservations suggested)Info: (760) 632-8252 or Web: J.D. SoutherWhen: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 10Where: Acoustic Music San Diego, 4650 Mansfield St. (Normal Heights United Methodist Church), San DiegoTickets: sold outInfo: (619) 303-8176 or Web: More Stories Tags: Advertisement Pre-Registration Comments Registered Comments Today's Stories Advertisement Videos Escondido (760) 745-6611 207 East... (North County Times)

    Religion calendar for the week of Nov. 28v  Dec 4, 2008
    Local churches to mark World AIDS Day ---- The United Methodist Church of Vista and Trinity Episcopal Church of Escondido each will host services on World AIDS Day to commemorate those lost to the disease; the service at UMC-Vista is at 7 p.m. Monday; 490 S. Melrose Drive; to have a loved one remembered at the service by the lighting of a special candle, contact the church office; (760) 726-0442 or ; the service at Trinity Episcopal is at 7 p.m. Monday and will feature the Rev. James R. Mathes,... (North County Times)

    Adopt-A-Family this Holiday season  Dec 4, 2008
    To be added to the list of those willing to help the program or for more information, call St. Munchin Catholic Church (632-2768) or Cameron United Methodist Church (632-3461). Article Rating. (Cameron Observer, MO)

    Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2008 (69)  Dec 4, 2008
    IOWA FALLS Gail N. Williams, 68, of Bradford, died Tuesday, Dec. 2, at Ellsworth Municipal Hospital, Iowa Falls; services 2 p.m. Saturday at Bradford Methodist Church, with burial in Northlawn Memory Gardens Cemetery, Iowa Falls; visitation 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at Linn s Funeral Homes Iowa Falls Chapel, (641) 648-2569 ... OWASA Ila Mae Jackson, 79, of Owasa, died Monday, Dec. 1, at Valley View Nursing and Rehab Center, Eldora; services 10 a.m. Friday at United Methodist Church, Eldora, with burial... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    Winchester churches to host  Dec 4, 2008
    First United Methodist Church, 313 S. Meridian St., will offer communion in its historic sanctuary. Winchester Friends Church, 124 E. Washington St., will have a quilt display in its decorated sanctuary. (Winchester News-Gazette, IN)

    Stephen Bobb, 49, gentle dog lover, hard worker  Dec 4, 2008
    Mr. Bobb loved adventure movies like Indiana Jones and regularly attended a Methodist church, his sister said. Additional survivors include his mother, Juliette Bobb of Lawrenceville; two sisters, Linda Mobley of Douglasville and Dida Spicer of Cumming; and a brother, Paul Bobb of Cumming. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)

    Barnes and Noble Book Fair adds support for Reading Reindeer drive  Dec 4, 2008
    Candlelight Circle of First United Methodist Church of Winter Garden. Marge Palaigos of Ocoee, an 11-year donor. (Winter Garden West Orange Times, FL)

    Getting the holy word out  Dec 4, 2008
    The Southern Baptist Convention released a statement saying it is committed to "respecting the rights of others to have free expression of their faith." The United Methodist Church regards sharing sacred texts as "a time-tested way (to) learn more about each other," spokesman Stephen Drachler says. Roman Catholics have been encouraging knowledge of other religious traditions since the Second Vatican Council in the early 1960s, says the Rev. Francis Tiso, adviser to the U.S. Conference of... (Yahoo News -- Arab and Muslim Americans)

    Virginia Anson  Dec 4, 2008
    A memorial service will be at noon Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008, in Rockwood United Methodist Church in Portland for Gordon L. Brehm, who died Nov. 29 at age 74 ... A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, 2008, in Banks Community Methodist Church for Willa Ida Hayes, who died Nov. 25 at age 101. (OregonLive, OR -- News)

    Candlelight service set at Wiesner Chapel  Dec 4, 2008
    This former Methodist church is decorated for the season and heated by a large potbelly stove. Stepping into the small sanctuary has the feel of stepping into Christmases of long ago. (Chetek Alert, WI)

    Parade to feature 40-plus units  Dec 4, 2008
    Chestnut Street: East Point Ballet, Mineral County Historical Society, Ali Ghan Shrine Club, Grace United Methodist Church, Elk District Volunteer Fire Company, Sen ... Ward Avenue: Rees Chapel United Methodist Church, Mineral County Relay for Life, Burlington Volunteer Fire Department, Skip s Honda, Georges Creek Cruisers, Sunnyside Church of the Brethren, FFA float, Valley Medical, Fountain Volunteer Fire Department. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)

    Festivities aplenty  Dec 4, 2008
    The evening concludes with the Elks Chanters Christmas Concert beginning at 8:15 p.m. at Wesley United Methodist Church. Holiday train. (Muscatine Journal, IO)

    Holiday season comes alive with Christmas by the Lake  Dec 4, 2008
    United Methodist Church: Cookie Walk, 8:30 a.m, Coffee and cinnamon rolls, 8:30 a.m. Soup and sandwich lunch with pie, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)

    Franklin Chorale to present holiday concert on Sunday  Dec 4, 2008
    HAMPTON The Franklin Chorale, under the direction of Bonnie Stewart, will present its annual holiday concert at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 7, at the United Methodist Church, 100 Central Ave. E., Hampton. The Christmas concert is offered as a thank you to the community for its continued support of the Franklin Chorale, which is in its 31st season. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)

    Obituaries for Thursday, Dec. 4, 2008  Dec 4, 2008
    Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Friday at Viola United Methodist Church in Viola. Burial will be in Viola Cemetery. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)

    Santa Claus is coming to town  Dec 4, 2008
    All participants are invited to meet in front of St. Lukes United Methodist Church by 6 p.m. for a caroling stroll around the courthouse square area and Dr. Rebecca Perrys fabulous display of lights. American Transmission Company is providing a number of flashlights, or you can bring your own. (Forest Republican, WI)

    Death Notices  Dec 4, 2008
    Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008, at Caldwell Free Methodist Church, 3320 S. Montana Ave., Caldwell. Burial will follow at Marsing-Homedale Cemetery. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)

    Christmas in the Valley  Dec 4, 2008
    Events for the Christmas in Halifax include: Revolutionary encampment at the Tap Room Tavern with living history activities from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; soup and sandwich luncheon at Halifax United Methodist Church on King Street from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; hot cider and cookies, crafts show and sale, holiday cooking demonstration in the Visitor Center at 25 Saint David St., from noon until 4 p.m.; Christmas tea hosted by the Halifax Garden Club at Eugenia House, 127 S. Dobbs St., from 1 to 3 p.m.; and... (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)

    June 21 ceremony unites Liles, Cain in matrimony  Dec 4, 2008
    exchanged wedding vows during a 7 p.m. ceremony on Saturday, June 21, 2008, at Tabor Methodist Church in Littleton. Mr. and Mrs. Derrick Ray Cain (Lori Anne Liles). (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)

    Bennett, Tromans exchange wedding vows Nov. 8  Dec 4, 2008
    Amy Lynn Tromans and Dennis Keith Bennett Jr., both of Roanoke Rapids, exchanged wedding vows during a 2 p.m. ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at Rosemary United Methodist Church in Roanoke Rapids. Mrs. Dennis Keith Bennett Jr. (Amy Lynn Tromans). (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)

    Things to Do: Scenic Drives  Dec 4, 2008
    my wife and I live down in Oakwood and we do quite a bit of traveling around NE GA. There are some fantastic roadtrips with lots to do and some great food along the way - we often wonder why more people don't take advantage of our area like this. " Kay wrote on Oct 12, 2008 10:07 AM:" Reading the Things To Do has been a tremendous help in learning about the area. (Clayton Tribune, GA)

    Brother and sister Allyson and Eli Zucker hand out hot chocolate and coffee to guests wait in line for their Thanksgiving Day holiday feast at Malibu United Methodist Church. Photo by Dana Fineman / TMT  Dec 4, 2008
    Wednesday, December 03, 2008 Edition. "The house, built in 2001, is a seven-bedroom, 9 1/2-bathroom Mediterranean with ocean views. It sits on 8.76 acres on a knoll above La Costa and Carbon beaches. The gated property also has a pool and tennis court.Knight was the founder and chief executive of Death Row Records. The label and Knight filed for bankruptcy protection in April 2006. Jon Saver of Prudential Malibu Realty represented the buyer. The property was listed by Paul Grisanti and Scott... (Malibu Times, CA)

    Hungry for the holidays  Dec 3, 2008
    This year, Coastside Hope, in conjunction with volunteers from Community United Methodist Church in Half Moon Bay, began a weekly food distribution to seniors in the community room at Half Moon Village. The dozens of fixed-income seniors who rely on the program used to have to trek to the Princeton warehouse for the monthly distribution. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)

    Franklin Delano Garriott  Dec 3, 2008
    Franklin was affiliated with the United Methodist Church of Remington. He is survived by 9 brothers and sisters, Betty Tab, Indianapolis, Elvin Garriott, Hoopston, Ill. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)

    Holiday Concerts  Dec 3, 2008
    Community Crooners Christmas Concert, meet at 5:15 p.m. at the Nemaha (Iowa) United Methodist Church to follow the lighted star (in a vehicle) to the Russ and Liz Davis barn near Nemaha ... Siouxland Master Chorale Christmas Concert, 3 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 1915 Nebraska St. ... Hunt Elementary School Concert at First United Methodist Church, 1915 Nebraska St., 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.. (Sioux City Journal, IO)

    Local choices for the holidays  Dec 3, 2008
    Concerts will begin at 7:30 p.m., at the First United Methodist Church, 925 North F St. Tickets are 15 for adults 12 for students. Step back in time. (Lompoc Record, CA)

    Chickamaugas Christmas in the Streets is Saturday  Dec 3, 2008
    Throughout the day, a live nativity scene will take place on the lawn of Elizabeth Lee United Methodist Church. Behind the historic Train Depot and Visitors Center from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Kids Alley, a wildly popular destination for children last year, will return. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)

    Singers begin Christmas season with Messiah  Dec 3, 2008
    Dr. M. Kenneth Houser directs the choir during a rehearsal for their upcoming performance entitled Messiah at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 7 at Allison United Methodist Church in Carlisle ... Where: Allison United Methodist Church, 99 Mooreland Avenue, Carlisle ... That simple phrase was repeated over and over by the choir members as they filed into Allison United Methodist Church in Carlisle for a rehearsal last Thursday night. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)

    CV Symphony holiday events Nov. 22, Dec. 13  Dec 3, 2008
    Start from Chapel Heights United Methodist Church, 300 E. Hamilton Ave., Eau Claire. Tickets are 10 and available at Chippewa Valley Symphony Office, Brent Douglas, Festival Foods, The Potting Shed, Ron s Castle Foods and Willow. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)

    Giving spirit: Dawna DeHaven, left, and Jan Dworski help pack gift boxes at First Baptist Church in Benson for this year\'s Operation Christmas Child program. (Adam Bernal/photo.)  Dec 3, 2008
    Contributors to this year's effort include Church of Our Savior, Calvary of St. David, First Baptist Sunizona, Benson Rotary, Grace Chapel, Community Presbyterian Church, Free Methodist Church, Tombstone Community Congregational, ACE Hardware, Community Bible Church of J-6, Benson Heights Baptist, Long Realty, DiPeso Realty, Sandra Watson Realty, First Assembly of God, San Pedro Methodist, Jet Express, Peace in the Valley Lutheran, Bank of America staff, Dragoon Baptist Church, First Baptist of... (Benson San Pedro Valley News Sun, AZ)

    City Allows Church to Designate Temporary Handicap Parking  Dec 3, 2008
    The Rev. Alan Ladage of United Methodist Church sought two handicap parking spaces be established on Main Street in front of the church. The church is located in the Main Street business district, across from Farmers ants Bank. (Missourian Publishing, MO)

    CWU sponsors program at First United Methodist Church  Dec 3, 2008
    Published: Tuesday, December 2, 2008 9:05 AM CST On Friday, Nov. 7, at 10:30 a.m., area women arrived at First United Methodist Church to celebrate World Community Day, with the Rev. Edward Kail, Southwest District outreach minister of the United Methodist Church, as speaker. Church Women United sponsored the event. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)

    Holiday festivities underway in Atlantic  Dec 3, 2008
    Also on Dec. 13, the annual holiday concert will be held at the First United Methodist Church at 7 p.m. Free and open to the public, the concert will feature various musical talent to celebrate the holiday season through music. At the concert, the Angel of Christmas winner will be announced. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)

    Holiday fun continues in Britt this week  Dec 3, 2008
    The afternoon concert will be held at the Kanawha Christian Reformed Church at p.m. The evening concert will be held at the United Methodist Church in Britt at 7:30 p.m. Christmas cookies and hot cider will be served following the concerts. The Britt firemen are already busy planning all the delicious soups and treats they'll make for their annual holiday fundraiser. (Forest City Summit, IO)

     Churches address the needs  Dec 3, 2008
    They move to a place where there is hope, said Pastor Jerry Swanberg of the United Methodist Churches in Forest City and Crystal Lake ... United Methodist Church supports the Neighborhood Food Bank in Forest City by providing a collection spot for food items and other necessities. (Forest City Summit, IO)

    Florence Fleming (4)  Dec 3, 2008
    Services will be held Dec. 5 at Columbia Heights United Methodist Church at 775 Galloway Road, Galloway, Ohio 43119. The family will greet friends beginning at 10 a.m., a celebration service will be held at 11 a.m. followed by a reception and luncheon. (The Herald-Palladium)

    Churches combine choruses for concert  Dec 3, 2008
    TITUSVILLE A Christmas message will be proclaimed in song when Titusvilles Indian River City United Methodist Church and Park Avenue Baptist Church combine their choirs to present the holiday musical, NOEL, Night Of Everlasting Love ... These are available in the offices of Indian River City United Methodist Church, 1455 Cheney Highway and Park Avenue Baptist Church 2600 Park Ave. ... Music will be traditional, about the birth of Christ, said Dan Ferguson, worship leader at Park Avenue... (Florida Today)

    Ochelata resident needs heart transplant: Fundraisers planned to assist with medical expenses  Dec 3, 2008
    Community members are invited to attend a live auction and bake sale on Dec. 14 at First United Methodist Church in Bartlesville, 500 S. Johnstone. The event begins at 1 p.m.. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)

    Voter turnout light but steady  Dec 3, 2008
    The hot spot was St. James United Methodist Church on Peachtree Dunwoody Road in north Atlanta where 350 people had voted by 10 a.m., he said. In Fulton, there were 23,002 advance voters. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)

    Religion calendar for the week of Nov. 28v  Dec 3, 2008
    Local churches to mark World AIDS Day ---- The United Methodist Church of Vista and Trinity Episcopal Church of Escondido each will host services on World AIDS Day to commemorate those lost to the disease; the service at UMC-Vista is at 7 p.m. Monday; 490 S. Melrose Drive; to have a loved one remembered at the service by the lighting of a special candle, contact the church office; (760) 726-0442 or ; the service at Trinity Episcopal is at 7 p.m. Monday and will feature the Rev. James R. Mathes,... (North County Times)

    NL chamber committee planned Holiday Stroll around whole family  Dec 3, 2008
    The "Gingerbread Man 5K Run/Walk" will begin at the Methodist Church Saturday morning. Adults begin at 8:30 a.m. Children begin at 10 a.m.. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)

    Holiday Stroll set Saturday eve, Sunday afternoon in New London  Dec 3, 2008
    8:30 a.m.: Adults' 5k run/walk at Methodist Church. 10 a.m.: Children's 5k run/walk at Methodist Church. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)

    Adopt-A-Family this Holiday season  Dec 3, 2008
    To be added to the list of those willing to help the program or for more information, call St. Munchin Catholic Church (632-2768) or Cameron United Methodist Church (632-3461). Article Rating. (Cameron Observer, MO)

    Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008 (52)  Dec 3, 2008
    ARLINGTON Ethel I. Maneely, 97, of Arlington, died Sunday, Nov. 30, at Palmer Lutheran Medical Center, West Union, following a brief illness; services 2 p.m. Thursday at United Methodist Church, Arlington, with burial in Lima Cemetery, Lima; visitation 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Jamison-Schmitz Funeral Home, Arlington, (319) 283-4922, and for an hour before services Thursday at the church; memorials to the church or Lima Cemetery ... WAVERLY Mildred Marian Christophel, 90, of Waverly, died... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    "A Night of Gospel" set for Dec. 13 at The Palace Theater in Marlin with plenty of talent on the bill  Dec 3, 2008
    He is also the music leader for The First Methodist Church of Groesbeck. Phil mostly enjoys performing with his friends at various gospel venues. (Marlin Democrat, TX)

    Of Russellville - Robert Lewis Williams, 74  Dec 3, 2008
    He was a U.S. Army veteran, a farmer, a DHIA past president, Logan County Agricultural Development Council, a former member of City-County Planning Commission, served as magistrate for 13 years and was a member of Red Oak Grove United Methodist Church where he was a former treasurer. Funeral services were Wednesday, Nov. 27 at Young Funeral Home Russellville Chapel with Rev. Randy Nielsen and Rev. Randy Richardson officiating. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)

    Of Russellville - Boyd Williams, 89 (1)  Dec 3, 2008
    He was a retired carpenter and farmer and was a lay speaker and member of the Bethel Methodist Church. Funeral services were Wednesday, Nov. 26 at Young Funeral Home Russellville Chapel with Bro. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)

    Getting the holy word out  Dec 3, 2008
    The Southern Baptist Convention released a statement saying it is committed to "respecting the rights of others to have free expression of their faith." The United Methodist Church regards sharing sacred texts as "a time-tested way (to) learn more about each other," spokesman Stephen Drachler says. Roman Catholics have been encouraging knowledge of other religious traditions since the Second Vatican Council in the early 1960s, says the Rev. Francis Tiso, adviser to the U.S. Conference of... (Yahoo News -- Arab and Muslim Americans)

    Laurie Denise Asselmeier  Dec 3, 2008
    A memorial service will be at 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008, in Rockwood United Methodist Church in Portland for Roland Jack "Rolly" Dir, who died Nov. 29 of a homicide at age 54 ... A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008, in Metzger United Methodist Church in Tigard for Grace Mumm, who died Dec. 1 in a fall at age 91. (OregonLive, OR -- News)

    Northern Lights parade and more to usher in holidays  Dec 3, 2008
    Free face painting by volunteers from Oscoda Area Schools and cookie decorating courtesy of the Oscoda United Methodist Church will be from 4-6 p.m. inside State Street Square. Familiar Christmas carols will be sung during the same time period by local school choirs and the Sweet Adelines. (Oscoda Press, MI)

    Touching up the church for the holiday season  Dec 3, 2008
    John Davis, owner of Davis Construction in Danielsville, paints the woodwork bordering the stained glass windows of Danielsville United Methodist Church on the morning of Nov. 25. Davis had removed the old Plexiglas covering, which had darkened through the years because of heat against the windows. (Athens Banner-Herald)

    Squaring off for Halloween  Dec 3, 2008
    Classic City Squares held a Halloween dance at First United Methodist Church on Oct. 25 where dancers were asked to dress in costume. Participants enjoyed square-dancing and round-dancing with caller Randy Ramsey. (Athens Banner-Herald)

    MAPLES MILL CHURCH TO HOLD ITS ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CONCERT  Dec 3, 2008
    MAPLES MILL -- Maples Mill United Methodist Church will hold its 25th annual Christmas Concert at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10. Those performing include Mr. and Mrs. William Lane, Steve and Zachary Endsley, Emily Shelby, Jerry Sawyer, and the Maples Mill Quartet. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)

    ACTIVITIES SET FOR FOOD PANTRY JAM IN LEWISTOWN  Dec 3, 2008
    Lewistown Food Pantry serves the entire south half of Fulton County and all of Lewistown School District by providing emergency foods to those in need each Monday from 10 a.m. to noon at Lewistown United Methodist Church. Identification and income information are required. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)

    FNB announces new advisory board members  Dec 3, 2008
    Barry married Teresa Thomason in 1985 and they have two children, Lance a freshman at OSU and Alexa a freshman at AHS. Barry is a member of First United Methodist Church, Rotary Club, Elks Club, Oklahoma Cattlemens Association, Texas and Southwest Cattle Association. He is on the Board of Directors for Lugert-Altus Irrigation District and Cotton Growers Cooperative. (Altus Times, OK)

    Community calendar  Dec 3, 2008
    Cub Scout Pack 43 and Learning for Life Group 43 6:30 p.m., Scout room, Trinity United Methodist Church, 2330 Plank Road, Keokuk. ADVERTISEMENT. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)

    Arlin Brandt, 82  Dec 3, 2008
    Funeral services for Arlin A. Brandt, 82, were held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, November 20, at the United Methodist Church, Melvin, with Rev. David Finley officiating. Interment was in Baker Township Cemetery, Melvin, with Sanborn Funeral Home, Sanborn, in charge of arrangements. (Ocheyedan Press Melvin News, IA)

    Ken Tangeman, 56  Dec 3, 2008
    He married Debra Kaye Kuechenmeister on June 19, 1976, at the United Methodist Church in Rowena, S. Dak. Kenneth worked at Hampton Heating Co. in Hampton and was currently employed with Statewide Gas Services in Waconia, Minn. (Ocheyedan Press Melvin News, IA)

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