Fallsnewspress.com - Worship News (Aug. 29)

United Presbyterian Church

United Presbyterian offers two types of worship. The traditional service starts at 8:30 a.m. and the New Creation contemporary service starts at 11 a.m. The Educational Hour, including "Amazement Park" for elementary school-age children, is from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. Child care for babies and toddlers is available throughout the Sunday morning activities. Parking is available on church property. All are welcome.

PrayerLab will meet Aug. 31 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. PrayerLab is a ministry that focuses in on participants' prayer needs and helps participants grow in effective prayer. No agenda or liturgy so as to be Spirit-led.

The theme for the All Church Retreat is: "Created to be Related" with retreat facilitator Rachel Nunez. The retreat will take place at Joseph Badger Meadows Camp and Conference Center in Burghill beginning Sept. 3 at 7 p.m. and concluding at 11:30 a.m. Sept. 5. For more information, contact the church office.

Resurrection Night, an informal time of worship and praise for and led by post-high school young adults, will be Sept. 4 beginning at 7 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. No agenda or liturgy so as to be Spirit-led. Information concerning this group and its activity can be found on Facebook by putting "Resurrection Night" in the search box.

The church is located at 2819 Hudson Drive. For more information, call the church at 330-923-9735 or e-mail the church at office@cfupc.org. A more complete survey of the ministry of U.P.C. can be obtained by logging on to www.cfupc.org. Activities and news of the church can also be found on Facebook at "MyUPC."

Rock Bottom Vineyard Christian Fellowship

Rock Bottom Vineyard Christian Fellowship - 4818 State Road, Suite C, announces the following upcoming event:

"The Revelation Blessing": Come join the congregation Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:30 for a six to eight week study in the book of Revelation beginning Sept. 1. Come during any part of the series for a time of study, fellowship and prayer. Child care will be provided. For questions contact 330-929-4615.

Bethany United Church of Christ

Bethany Buckeyes (for ages 50 and older) start their monthly meetings Sept. 3 at 6 p.m. After dinner, they play cards, board games and dominos. Call the church office with reservations. It's time to count the votes and see what made Bethany's "Top Ten" list of hymns. Join the congregation Sept. 5 for Hymn Parade Sunday and sing along with the Bethany family. The first Sunday of each month, Bethany's volunteer nurses offer blood pressure tests during social hour. Look for them Sept. 5. Rally Sunday is Sept. 12. This event is a time to gather together and a time to "catch up." The summer season is drawing to a close. It will soon be time to begin the church's fall program year. Everything will begin on Rally Sunday. The building is wheelchair accessible with handicapped parking. For information on Bethany UCC, its ministries and activities call 330-923-5277. Bethany United Church of Christ is located at 1235 Broad Blvd.

Grandview United Methodist Church

Grandview United Methodist Church, 2315 Phelps Ave., will host a Craft Fair and Sale on Oct. 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. A table can be reserved for this event for $35. To obtain table reservation forms and complete information about this Craft Fair, please call Carolyn at 330-928-6721.

Northminster Presbyterian Church

The Northminster Presbyterian Church, 104 W. Portage Trail Extension, invites the community to its Sunday morning worship service at 10:30. Aug. 29 is the last of the church's outdoor services, called B.Y.O.C. (Bring Your Own Chair), where the congregation will meet in the memorial grove, beyond the pavilion. The Rev. Crossland will focus on "The Choice to Love," and Mary Anne Beach will play the Irish whistle. Also, immediately following the outdoor service, the congregation will serve a variety of ice cream and toppings in the pavilion to mark the end of summer. In the event of rain, the service will move inside to the sanctuary.

Throughout September, the Rev. Crossland will speak on "When Everyone Knows Your Business," "Exhibit A," "God Knows Your Heart" and "Lasting Impressions." The Adult Sunday School Class will begin on Sept. 12 at 9:15 a.m. in the church lounge. Children's Sunday School will also begin on Sept. 12 for children ages 6-10. They will meet during the worship service, following "A Moment with the Children." Children through kindergarten meet in the child care room each Sunday morning.

The church's first spaghetti dinner of the fall season will be on Sept. 10 from 5 to 7 p.m. The dinner includes spaghetti with marinara, chunky meat sauce or special Alfredo sauce, salad, bread, dessert and coffee, punch or tea. The cost still remains at $7 for adults, $3.50 for children 6-12 and free for children 5 and under.

On Sept. 11, the Presbyterian Women of Northminster will welcome a survivor of the World Trade Center, on the ninth anniversary of that tragic day. He will speak of his vivid recollections and give an inspiring story of his strong faith and miraculous escape that day. All are welcome to attend, at 1 p.m. in the church sanctuary. A free will offering will be taken to benefit Good Neighbors of Cuyahoga Falls.

The Pioneer Club, a Bible-based activities program for children ages 4 through seventh grade, will begin meeting on a new night this year. Their first meeting will be on Sept. 15, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The children will work toward earning badges in Bible study, nature study and life skills, and will enjoy music and snacks.

The ladies of the church meet on the first Wednesday of each month for a Bible-based study and fellowship. All are welcome on Sept. 1, to join either the Rebecca Circle at 9:15 a.m. or the Ruth Circle at 1 p.m.

The Men's Fellowship will resume their meetings on the second Monday of each month. Their next meeting will be Sept.13 at 6 p.m., for a supper and interesting program.

The Adult Bible Study will once again meet every Tuesday at 10 a.m. beginning Sept. 14.

Northminster Church is a "two cents for hunger" church, where the church collects two cents for every meal the congregation eats in a month. It is then collected on the second Sunday of each month in the hopes of helping local agencies in their battle against hunger. "Good Neighbors Sunday" is also the second Sunday of each month, when the church tries to fill its grocery cart with non-perishable food items and brown grocery bags.

For more information, call the church office at 330-928-8885.

Pilgrim United Church of Christ

Pilgrim United Church of Christ invites community members to grow in their faith this Sunday through Christian Education at 9:30 a.m. or to experience the living presence of God through worship at 10:30 a.m. The church on the corner of Broad Boulevard and Second Street is handicap accessible. For more information, visit the website at www.PilgrimCF.org or call the church office at 330-928-4847.

L.I.G.H.T., Learning In God's House Together (the children's Sunday School program), is on a short summer break. The group will not be gathering at 9:30 a.m. for the month of August. Faith Focus will be offered for ages 3 through grade 2 during morning worship following the children's sermon.

Groups that meet weekly at Pilgrim include: Dewitt Daisies Troop #121, Sundays at 3 p.m.; Girl Scout Troop #520, Mondays at 6 p.m.; Adult Bible Study, Tuesdays at 10 a.m.; Emotions Anonymous, Thursdays at 8 p.m.; Alcoholics Anonymous, Saturdays at 8 p.m. Pilgrim will host a Free Community Lunch the second Saturday of every month. The next date to enjoy a complimentary hot meal with the community is Sept. 11 at noon.

First United Methodist Church

"Touching the Water" is a 10-week opportunity for those who would like to recommit themselves to church participation, would just like a refresher course in basic Christian beliefs, or would like to join First Church. This group will meet each Wednesday beginning on Sept. 8 at First United Methodist Church, 245 Portage Trail. The evening starts with a light supper at 5:45 and will include a class on Christian basics and small group sharing. There is child care for infants - 3 years old or the R.O.C.K. program (directed activities for those children ages 4 through sixth grade.) The congregation hopes this will be a place of support, encouragement and understanding as we learn together what it means to be a true members of Christ's body, the church. For more info or to register for the class (no cost involved) call Rev. Derek Kubilus at 330-923-5241, ext. 213 or e-mail him ad dkubilus@firstchurchcf.com.

First Church invites youth in grades 7-12 to a Road Rally on Aug. 29 at 6 until 8 p.m. starting from the church. All are invited to join the active group of teens that meet every Sunday evening for programs and special events. For more details, call 330-923-5241.

Going Strong, a group of active retired persons at First Church invites all to their monthly program which is Sept. 9. Come at noon for a lunch (bring a dish to share) followed by a program at 1 p.m. by Jackie Mayer, the 1963 Miss America. Her program, "From Trauma to Triumph" relates her recovery from a traumatic near-fatal stroke at age 28. Come hear her compelling life story. Beverages and table service will be provided for the lunch, or just come for the program if you wish. For more info, contact 330-923-5241.

Akron First Presbyterian Church

Fall Kickoff Weekend will take place Sept. 11 and 12 at Akron First Presbyterian Church.

The Community Festival is Sept. 11 from 4 to 8 p.m.

As part of the community outreach mission and to celebrate the new FLOOD worship service, the church is hosting a free festival in its lot for all ages. Games, a ministry fair, music of many styles on stage [Ohio Worship Band, "The Response" at 6:30], and a barbecue.

Kickoff Sunday is Sept. 12. Join the congregation for traditional worship at 9 a.m. or check out the contemporary FLOOD service at 11:15. The church is located at 647 E. Market St. next to Wendy's. For more info, call 330-434-5183, or visit www.akronfpc.org or www.FLOODAkron.com.

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 is Aug. 31. Christ Kitchen Dinners are open to the public.

JCC is located at 2679 North Haven Blvd. (at 17th Street). Worship services - Sunday at 10:15 a.m. For more information, contact the church at 330-923-8021 or on the web at www.journeycov.org.

Broadman Baptist Church

Broadman Baptist Church is located at 350 E. Bath Road. For more information, call the church at 330-923-6127.

On Aug. 29 in the morning, it will be B.A.N.D. - Bring A Neighbor Day.

Bring a neighbor to service and join the church for a pot luck meal following service.

In the evening, it will be KSU Back to School Blast Off at Manchester Field.

Booth set up is at 5:30. Event time will be from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.