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Compiled by Erica Batten

The Myers Park Baptist/Temple Beth El Dialogue Committee invites you to “Everyday Hate: Confronting Prejudice” with moderator Ed Williams, former editorial page editor of “The Charlotte Observer,” and presenters Drs. John Cox, Kendra Jason, and Mary Howerton. Free. Refreshments available. 4-5:30 p.m. Jan. 10. 5101 Providence Road. RSVP by Jan. 3. 704-749-3070; www.beth-el.com.

New studies will be held Jan. 5 through March 22. Morning studies begin at 9:30 a.m. and include Minor Prophets, The Armor of God, Courage to Conquer, and many more. Evening studies begin at 7 p.m. and include 1, 2, 3 John and Courage to Conquer. Preschool child care provided for enrolled mothers. www.calvarychurch.com/women.

Gain insight for life’s challenges in these confidential classes for men and women. Winter classes include Boundaries, GriefShare, DivorceCare, and CORPS, a class for women whose husbands suffer with spinal disease or injury. Classes begin at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 11. Early registration recommended. Child care offered for ages 2-7. 5801 Pineville-Matthews Road. www.calvarychurch.com/support.

Join us for a nine-week course of Dave Ramsey’s “Financial Peace University.” Learn how to conquer debt, build wealth, find bargains, and give like never before. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mondays starting Jan. 11. 1901 Archdale Drive. www.standrewsumc.com.

Job seekers are invited to Christians in Career Transition, a ministry providing support for those out of work and under-employed. Learn the proper methods for a successful job search. Free. 7-9 p.m. each first and third Monday in the New Life Center. 8015 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy. www.stmatthewministries.org/cict.

New Year’s Eve worship, 7 p.m. Dec. 31. 7000 Providence Road. www.grace-charlotte.org.

The chancel choir will present “Amahl and the Night Visitors” with accompaniment by soloist and orchestra. 7 p.m. Jan. 10. 2810 Providence Road. www.providenceumc.org.

“Your Journey from Mourning to Joy” will offer help and encouragement after the death of a loved one. Sessions begin in January.

“Disciple I Fast Track” is a 24-week study and prerequisite for other Disciple classes. Make the journey in community with a small group of Christians and seekers helping each other discover God and the abundant life he has for his disciples. Class begins Jan. 13. 801 S. Trade St., Matthews. www.matthewsumc.org.

Ministry Development Services presents “Self-Care,” delivered by John Arey. Learn how to take care of yourself and be even more effective in your ministry and in your home. $99. The half-day workshop will be held Jan. 12. 6100 Sardis Road. Register at http://www.ministryds.org/resilient-ministry-series.html.

The Maronite Church, an Eastern Rite Catholic Church dating back to the early Christians of Antioch, is offering weekly Masses at 12:30 p.m. Sundays at the Saint Matthew Catholic South Campus. The church uses Syriac, a dialect of Aramaic, as its liturgical language, and is led by the Rev. Elie Mikhael. 4116 Waxhaw-Marvin Road, Waxhaw. 704-543-7677 ext. 1043.

Come be a part of our multi-ethnic prayer and praise service, a lively time of celebrating the living presence of God among us! 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays. 3100 Selwyn Ave. www.mouzonumc.org.

Expert speakers provide job search tips, résumé reviews, interview coaching, and networking opportunities. No fees or registration. 7 p.m. each second and fourth Tuesday. 1623 Carmel Road. www.saintjohns-charlotte.org.

Pick from four studies, including Priscilla Shirer’s “The Armor of God.” Child care available for select classes. Classes offered Wednesday and Sunday evenings and Tuesday mornings. 7921 Sam Furr Road, Huntersville. Register at www.LakeNormanBaptist.com.

Rejuvenating midweek service with acoustic guitar music. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays. 19600 Zion Ave., Cornelius. www.mtzionumc.net.

5 p.m. Dec. 31. Spanish service, 7 p.m. 9 and 11 a.m. Jan. 1.

New “Saint Mark Huntersville” app is free and allows people to find Mass times, events, Pope Francis Twitter feed, pastor’s weekly reflections, more.

Dave Ramsey’s “Financial Peace University” will teach you the basics of budgeting, dumping debt, planning for the future, and more. Child care available. $109 includes materials. 7-8 p.m. Mondays starting Jan. 11. Register at www.daveramsey.com/fpu.

The church has begun the winter season of its Room in the Inn Ministry, in which it hosts a small group of homeless people on Tuesdayevenings. Clothing, toiletries, and monetary donations are needed. Volunteers also needed. 14740 Stumptown Road, Huntersville. www.stmarknc.org.

Interesting programs, fellowship, and travel opportunities. We welcome new people to join us. Meetings at 10:30 a.m. the second Tuesday of each month. 21007 Catawba Ave., Cornelius. For more information, contact Pat Alleshunas at 704-787-9257.

Pancakes, sausage and scrambled eggs. Free; donations accepted. 8-10 a.m. Jan. 2. 1809 Charlotte Hwy., Mooresville. www.vanderburgumc.org.

Free. 7:30 a.m. Jan. 2. 1739 Perth Road, Mooresville. www.RockyMountUMC.com.

Free individual, marriage, and family counseling. Daytime and evening appointments available. 2487 Charlotte Hwy., Mooresville. To schedule an appointment, provide your name and contact information to 704-664-7705 ext. 1.

Options include women’s and men’s Bible studies, Parenting, Financial Peace, DivorceCare, more. Child care available. Most classes meet 6:15-8 p.m. Wednesdays starting Jan. 6. Register at www.fbcit.org.

Leagues for ages 5-11 and middle school. One weekly 90-minute session includes training, a game, and devotion. Season begins in January. $80 for first child; $70 each additional child. 732 Indian Trail-Fairview Road, Indian Trail. www.316-Sports.com.

The Reform Jewish Congregation is holding Shabbat services at 7 p.m. each second and fourth Friday in the ministry building at Saint Philip Neri Catholic, 292 Munn Road, Fort Mill. Religious education is held at 10:30 a.m. Sundays at Blooming Einsteins, 2752 Pleasant Road, Suite 103, Fort Mill. 803-619-9707; www.templesolelsc.org.

The JOY Senior Ministry monthly fellowship will be at noon Jan. 8. 1282 Bradford Heights Road, Gastonia. 704-864-6222.

This story was originally published December 22, 2015 at 1:40 PM with the headline "Religion news."