Fallsnewspress.com - Worship News (July 25)

St. John's Episcopal Church

July 25 is the annual St. John's picnic at Water Works Park. The 10 a.m. service will be observed there, while the 8 a.m. service will take place at the church. The picnic is at Water Works Park in the Big Cuyahoga Shelter. Following the service and luncheon, games will be played for children and adults. Meat, table settings and beverages will be provided. Please bring a dish to share.

The two-cents a meal mission money is usually turned in the last Sunday of the month, but since the picnic is at Water Works July 25, attendees are asked to bring their offering to church on Aug. 1.

Soup's On will serve meals to those who are in need on July 31 starting at 11:30 a.m. All are welcome.

The first two Sundays in August are designated for St. John's members to bring in school items for the Good Neighbors' Back to School Drive.

Pictures will be taken for the pictorial directory at the picnic. Portraits will be taken Aug. 1 after the 10 a.m. service and the last will be taken between the 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. service on Aug. 15.

The church is located at 2220 Second St. Parking is across the street. Handicap facilities are available.

Church in the Valley

Church in the Valley, 2241 Everett Road, Peninsula, will have a fundraiser garage sale and bake sale Aug. 14 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Robert (Robie) Black family are members of Church in the Valley. Robie has been fighting a long battle against cancer. Help show love for this family, and find a treasure too. The event will offer many items at a low price. Doughnuts and coffee will be available, with hot dogs, chips and soda at noon. For more information, call Pat at 330-659-4761, or the church office at 330-657-2200.

First Christian Church

First Christian Church, home of the ADAM's Kids Fine Arts Summer Camp, would like to announce the upcoming production of "Splash Kingdom" on July 29 at 6:30 p.m. For seven weeks, children in grades kindergarten through fifth grade have been learning music, choreography, staging and creating art projects to prepare for the final production. ADAM's Kids is an acronym for Art, Drama and Music and was created four years ago to provide a fine arts experience for children in the community while studying Biblical lessons during the summer. This year has seen a record number of participants.

"Splash Kingdom" is a musical about children who arrive at a water park, only to discover that the gates are closed because they do not have reservations with the head CEO. The Good Neighbors Back to School Drive was selected as the special mission project for ADAM's Kids. The children have been bringing in school supplies and monetary donations which will be donated to local children in need of school supplies. In lieu of purchasing tickets for the performance, a free will offering will be taken and donated to Good Neighbors. Following the performance, audience members are invited to a reception in the art gallery to view the art projects created by the children. For more information, go to www.fallsfirstchristian.com or call 330-928-4098. First Christian Church is located at 2253 Third St.

Northminster Presbyterian Church

The Northminster Presbyterian Church, 104 W. Portage Trail Extension, will continue throughout the summer to worship at the usual 10:30 a.m. Sunday time.

Tickets are on sale now for the church's Swiss Steak Dinner on Aug. 6 from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Atkins Fellowship Hall. The cost is $7 for adults, $5 for children ages 5-12 and children 4 and younger are free. Tickets can be purchased in the church office during office hours (10 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays). Tickets will also be sold at the door.

For more information, call 330-928-8885.

Chapel Hill Church

Chapel Hill Church, 1160 Howe Ave., will have Vacation Bible School Aug. 2-6. All boys and girls, ages 4 through fifth grade completed, are welcome to come and share in this week featuring Bible stories, songs, games, refreshments and crafts. Sessions begin at 9:15 a.m. and end at noon each day. The theme is SonQuest Rainforest. Admission is free. For more information, call 330-929-1924.

First United Methodist Church

Men of all ages are invited to a summer study each Sunday morning at 9:30 at First United Methodist Church, 245 Portage Trail. They are exploring an EPIC (Experiential, Participatory, Image-rich, Connective) faith with "The Gospel According to Starbucks - Living with a Grande Passion." The book is available online or at many bookstores. "Virtual" participants are welcome by getting your e-mail address to Jim Lewis at jlewis1@drew.edu.

Women, register now for "Jesus the One and Only," which is a Beth Moore Bible Study at First Church beginning in September. There is a study on Tuesdays from 7-9 p.m. and on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. - noon. The 11-week video study begins Sept. 14 and 15. The workbook is $16. To register call Kathy Kuzas at First Church, 330-923-5241, ext. 210 by Sept. 2.

First Church Weekday Preschool is taking registrations for fall. The program offers morning and afternoon classes on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and is for ages 3 (potty trained), 4 and 5. Information and a packet may be picked up at the church or call director, Sharon Watson at 330-923-5241, ext. 220.

Northampton Bible Church

Northampton Bible Church invites all children ages 4 through (going into) Grade 6 to attend Vacation Bible School. The program was slated for July, but has been postponed until August. On Aug. 1 through 5 from 6:30 to 8:40 p.m., children will have fun with a program called "High Seas Expedition: Exploring the Mighty Love of God!" The program is filled with Bible-learning experiences children will see, hear, touch and taste. Bible Point crafts, team-building games, Bible songs and treats are just a few of the activities that attendees will enjoy.

For more information and to pre-register, visit www.groupvbspro.com/vbs/ez/NBC10 or call the church office at 330-929-1419. The church is located at 333 W. Steels Corners Road (2 miles west of Route 8).

Bethany United Church of Christ

Bethany United Church of Christ welcomes the community to worship with the congregation each Sunday at 8:30 (in the Social Hall) and 9:30 a.m. (in the Sanctuary). The nursery is available from 9:15 to 10:30 a.m.

Camp Bethany/New Trinity begins July 25. The Mission Committee is requesting donations of school supplies for kids in Cuyahoga Falls (Good Neighbors) who need a hand in preparing for the new school year. The church is also taking financial donations to help purchase these supplies. Have donated items in by the end of July.

The first Sunday of each month, Bethany's volunteer nurses offer blood pressure tests during social hour.

Sandy Hutchinson became a beloved friend of Bethany when she served at the church as Associate Pastor in the 1990s. She's now serving as Chaplain at Chapel Hill Homes. Church officials are delighted that she's been able to arrange coming back to lead worship and preach at both services on Aug. 8.

For information on Bethany UCC, its ministries and activities call 330-923-5277. Bethany United Church of Christ is located at 1235 Broad Blvd.

Journey Covenant Church

Journey Covenant Church serves a free, hot dinner to local residents on the last Tuesday of every month from 6 to 7 p.m. The next dinner will take place July 27. Christ Kitchen Dinners are open to the public.

JCC is located at 2679 North Haven Blvd., at the corner of 17th Street). For more information, call 330-923-8021 or on the web at www.journeycov.org.

Grandview United Methodist Church

Grandview United Methodist Church, 2315 Phelps Ave., is planning its first "Grandview Community Fun Fest 5K and Then Some" on Aug. 14 from 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. The event starts with the 5K run and kids costumed fun run. Other children's activities scheduled throughout the day are Big Wheel/tricycle race, balloon toss, potato sack race, puppet show, cake walk, face painting, watermelon eating contest and more. Rita's Italian Ice will be there with refreshments. A local jazz band will provide musical entertainment. Lunch and dinner will be served at no charge, but free will donations will be accepted to help defray costs. Everyone is invited.