Religion news: July 27, 2016

Compiled by Erica Batten

Annual Hymns and Hot Dogs is a chance to join in on gospel classics such as “Amazing Grace” and “I’ll Fly Away.” Requests taken. The free event ends with hot dogs, chips, lemonade and fellowship. 5:30 p.m. July 31. 1501 Queens Road. 704-295-4819; www.myersparkumc.org.

“Barnyard Roundup.” 9-11:30 a.m. Aug. 1-5. 7000 Providence Road. Register at www.grace-charlotte.org.

Global leadership summit: Annual event inspires, encourages and equips Christian leaders. The summit will be broadcast via satellite to the church. Reservations required. Aug. 11-12. 15008 Lancaster Highway, Pineville. www.willowcreek.com/summit.

The Rev. Tony Marciano will share his wisdom on having a wildly loving marriage that goes the distance. Child care available if registered by Sept. 1. $15 per couple. Proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House. 7 p.m. Sept. 9. 801 S. Trade St., Matthews. Register at www.MatthewsUMC.org.

The community is invited to an uplifting morning of sacred brass music by Tim Zimmerman and The King’s Brass. The church’s brass ensemble will accompany them on several songs. Senior Pastor John Munro will preach on “The Zigzag Life.” 9:45 a.m. Aug. 7. 5801 Pineville-Matthews Road. www.calvarychurch.com.

Looking for Christian vocalists to share their hearts for worship at the Exalt! Vocal Talent Showcase. Gospel, contemporary, blues, folk and other styles welcome. Auditions will be held Aug. 20 by appointment only. Top 10 will perform at grand finale Oct. 8. www.AllThingsPossible.org.

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.

The Rev. David Carl will present a 28-part series on “Spirit, Mind and Body.” Carl is executive director of spiritual care and education for the Carolinas HealthCare System. 9:30 a.m. Sundays. 5300 Old Dowd Road. 704-399-6362.

Variety of vendors offer fresh produce, honey, jams and jellies, meats, desserts, more. Children’s activity booth and free lemonade. 3-6 p.m. Wednesdays. 355 S. Broad St., Mooresville. 704-663-2161.

There will be one Sunday service during the summer. 10 a.m. Sundays through Sept. 4.

1:30 p.m. Wednesdays.

“Super Messy Science.” $120. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Aug. 8-11. 7621 Norman Island Drive, Cornelius. www.CommunityinChrist.net.

5:30 p.m. Saturdays. 8 and 10 a.m., noon and 5:30 p.m. Sundays. Spanish Mass, 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Nursery available during the 10 a.m. Sunday Mass.

7:30-11:45 a.m. Aug. 6. Bag sale, noon-1 p.m. 217 Brawley School Road, Mooresville. www.sainttherese.net.

On July 11, the church’s Alzheimer’s respite ministry made “survival kit” treat bags for the Huntersville Police Department. The bags contained Life Savers candies, PayDay candy bars and other fun treats to show the law enforcement officers how much they are appreciated. The respite ministry is a new program that offers caregivers a place to bring loved ones with early to moderate Alzheimer’s disease for a few hours of crafts, games, movement and prayer. 14740 Stumptown Road, Huntersville. www.stmarknc.org.

“Summer in the Chapel” welcomes Dr. Susan Cernyak-Spatz, survivor of the Birkenau women’s concentration camp at Auschwitz. 11 a.m. Aug. 7. 575 Brawley School Road, Mooresville. www.willchapumc.org.

Children invited for fun field trips and activities. We will go to Ray’s Splash Planet at 9:30 a.m. July 29. $6. Bring a lunch. 1430 Mecklenburg Highway, Mooresville. www.fairviewumc.org.

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

“Policia y Familias Hispanas” program invites Hispanic families to meet with police to discuss topics that concern our community. Refreshments provided. Twelve meetings will be held 6-8 p.m. Thursdays starting July 28. 11020 E. WT Harris Blvd., Charlotte. For information, call Juan and Dolores at 704-909-7148.

Lee Cooley will present information about voting laws and registration. 10-11:30 a.m. July 30. 1500 Shopton Road, Charlotte. www.steelecreekamezion.com.

National Night Out will feature live music, children’s activities, free food and school supplies, and a chance to chat with CMPD officers. 7-9 p.m. Aug. 2. 600 Peachtree Road, Charlotte. www.meetingplacecharlotte.org.

The Summer Recital Series welcomes Nathaniel Gumbs. An offering will be received at each recital for the Ann and Robert Stigall Scholarship Fund. 7 p.m. July 31 at First United Methodist, 501 N. Tryon St., Charlotte. www.charlotteago.org.

Classes for preschoolers to adults. 6-8 p.m. July 29, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 30 and 10:45 a.m. July 31.

The church will host a farmers market and yard sale 7 a.m.-noon Saturdays through the fall. Spaces are available for $10. 4316 Mount Holly-Huntersville Road, Charlotte. 704-399-3316.

8:30 and 11 a.m. Sundays unless noted. 950 Bradley St., Concord. www.clcofconcord.org.

8 a.m.-2 p.m. July 23.

Eat in or take out. Delivery for orders of $10 or more. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Fridays. 301 Mount Olivet Road, Concord. 704-782-8846; www.mtochurch.com.

“Just Joy” monthly worship service for special-needs friends and their families. 6:30 p.m. July 28. 201 E. White St., Rock Hill. 803-327-2009; www.firstarp.org.

9 a.m.-noon July 31 at St. Margaret’s Episcopal, 8515 Rea Road, Waxhaw. www.cbcc.us.

This story was originally published July 22, 2016 at 10:26 AM with the headline "Religion news: July 27, 2016."