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Southside Baptist, Mooresville
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Live music
“Southside Summer Sing” will feature the Mylon Hayes Family for an evening of worship with modern Southern gospel music, tight harmonies and a life-changing message. Free; love offering will be taken. 6 p.m. June 12. 525 Broad St., Mooresville. 704-663-2892.
Hopewell Baptist, Davidson
Vacation Bible school
Dive deep into God’s word with “Submerged!” Bible stories, crafts, games, snacks, music and more. Classes for all ages. 6:10-9 p.m. July 10-14. 18841 Davidson-Concord Road, Davidson. www.HopewellBaptistChurch.com.
Saint Phillip Missionary Baptist, Huntersville
Children’s book club
The Phenomenal Readers Book Club will meet to read books, visit the library, play vocabulary games, have snacks and work with adult mentors. Ages 5-14. Free. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 21 through July 28. 524 Dellwood Drive, Huntersville. 704-948-6869.
Vanderburg United Methodist, Mooresville
Community breakfast
Pancakes, sausage and scrambled eggs. Free; donations accepted. 8-10 a.m. June 4. 1809 Charlotte Highway, Mooresville. www.vanderburgumc.org.
Rocky Mount United Methodist, Mooresville
Community pancake breakfast
Free. 7:30 a.m. June 4. 1739 Perth Road, Mooresville. www.RockyMountUMC.com.
Davidson College Presbyterian
Guest speaker
The Rev. Elmarie Parker, PCUSA regional liaison to church partners in Iraq, Syria and Lebanon, will discuss current conditions in the region and how they affect ministry there. Dinner served. 5:30 p.m. June 1 in the Congregation House. 218 Concord Road, Davidson. Register at www.dcpc.org/form16823.htm.
Journey Church, Huntersville
Spouses’ retreat
“Weekend to Remember” will help you understand God’s blueprint for marriage, improve communication, resolve conflict and better connect with each other. $149; discount code available. June 10-12 at the Embassy Suites Charlotte-Concord. www.thejourneyonline.com.
Shearer Presbyterian, Mooresville
Bluegrass music night
Free, foot-stomping bluegrass for the entire family. Donations accepted to help with expenses. 7 p.m. June 4. 684 Presbyterian Road, Mooresville. www.mooresvillebluegrass.com.
Broad Street United Methodist, Mooresville
Farmers market
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.
Community in Christ Lutheran, Cornelius
Summer preschool camp
“Super Messy Science.” Aug. 8-11. $120.
Vacation Bible school
“Egypt: Joseph’s Journey From Prison to Palace.” July 17-20. 7621 Norman Island Drive, Cornelius. www.communityinchrist.net.
Davidson United Methodist
Ecumenical gathering
“Knocking on Heaven’s Door: Contemplative Ways of Opening to the Holy Teaching.” Worship session, 9:30 a.m. each first Sunday. The Rev. Carol Hassell will lead the June 5 session, “Accountability IS Sustainability.” 304 S. Main St., Davidson. For information, contact Ann Starrette at AStarrette@DavidsonUMC.org.
Saint Mark Catholic, Huntersville
Alzheimer’s respite ministry
“Young at Heart” ministry recognizes that meaningful relationships remain possible throughout all stages of Alzheimer’s disease. Our dedicated volunteers will offer respite to caregivers and socialization for their loved ones through prayer, crafts, music and shared memories. Registration required. 1-4 p.m. Mondays in Room 200 of the Kerin Family Center. 14740 Stumptown Road, Huntersville. Register at 704-948-3558 or jgraceart@yahoo.com.
First Baptist, Mooresville
Vacation Bible school
Dive deep into God’s word at “Submerged!” 4-7 p.m. July 17 and 9 a.m.-noon July 18-21. Closing program, 6:30 p.m. July 21. 150 S. Church St., Mooresville. Register at www.FBCMooresville.com/children.
Children’s choir camp
Children in completed grades 1-6 will learn and perform the VBS musical “Submerged.” Music skills, recreation and refreshments provided. $25 includes t-shirt, snacks, lunch on Friday and a CD. 9-11:30 a.m. June 20-24. 150 S. Church St., Mooresville. Register by June 15 at the church office or www.fbcmooresville.com.
South Charlotte
Saint Matthew Catholic
Service
Holy Year of Mercy Jubilee of Mercy Holy Hour held monthly. The celebration includes scripture, entries from Saint Faustina’s diary, a recitation of the Chaplet of Divine Mercy and veneration of Saint Faustina’s first-class relic. 7:30 p.m. June 2.
Sacred relics
Marking the 50th anniversary of the beatification of Saint Sharbel Makhlouf, his relics will be at the main and south church campuses June 4 and 5. The main campus is at 8015 Ballantyne Commons Parkway. The south campus is at 4116 Waxhaw-Marvin Road, Waxhaw. www.stmatthewcatholic.org.
Temple Israel
Confirmation celebration
Join us as we celebrate confirmation and Shavuot with a dairy dinner and services. A Tikkun Leil Shavuot study session on “The Real Ruth” will follow services. Adults, $12; children, $8. 6:15 p.m. June 11. Reservations due by June 7. 4901 Providence Road. Register at www.templeisraelnc.org.
Carmel Presbyterian
Dinner fundraiser
Enjoy an elegant French-inspired dinner served by the church youth. Proceeds go to youth mission trips. 6:30 p.m. June 4. 2048 Carmel Road. Reservations by June 1 at 704-366-5114.
Messiah Lutheran
Rummage sale
Furniture and other household items, lawn equipment, toys, electronics, children’s clothing, more. Proceeds benefit mission partners. 7 a.m.-2 p.m. June 4.
Vacation Bible school
“Cave Quest.” 9 a.m.-noon June 20-24. Register by June 5. 8300 Providence Road. www.messiah-nc.org.
St. Andrew’s United Methodist
Community event
“Prayer for Peace” dinner and silent auction. A worship service featuring handbells will follow the dinner. 5:30 p.m. June 5. Adults, $10; children, $6. Purchase tickets by June 1. 1901 Archdale Drive. www.standrewsumc.com.
Saint John Neumann Catholic
Community event
Annual “Sonfest” will feature live music, rides, a silent auction, family bingo, carnival food, more. Wristbands for unlimited rides available Friday only. A portion of proceeds goes to the Men’s Shelter of Charlotte. 5-11 p.m. June 10 and 4-11 p.m. June 11. 8451 Idlewild Road. http://4sjnc.org/sonfest_2016.
Grace Lutheran
Workshop
Steve Witte, president of Asia Lutheran Seminary, will lead a workshop on personal spiritual growth. Learn to focus on the gospel, read the Bible and come away satisfied, and enhance prayer and devotional time. Snacks provided. Free. 9 a.m.-noon July 23. 7000 Providence Road. Register at www.grace-charlotte.org.
Ministry Development Services
Leadership workshop
Lenore Wilkinson will lead a workshop on how attitude and personality characteristics affect how a leader addresses organizational and other needs of a congregation. The workshop is part of the nonprofit’s “Resilient Ministry: Leadership Effectiveness” series. $99. Registration required by June 2. 1:30-4:30 p.m. June 7 in rooms 211-212 at Sardis Presbyterian, 6100 Sardis Road. www.ministryds.org.
Mouzon United Methodist
Service
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.
Saint John’s Episcopal
Job hunters’ group
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.
Nearby
Shiloh Institutional Baptist
Taste of Shiloh
The Greeter’s Ministry invites you to a showcase of cooking and baking talents. Free; donations appreciated. 3-5 p.m. June 4. 2400 Greenland Ave., Charlotte. 704-393-2065.
Sharon Forest Baptist
Worship services
10:30 a.m. Sundays.
Vacation Bible school
Children in completed K-5. June 20-24. 11020 E. W.T. Harris Blvd., University City. Register at 704-536-0012 or sharonforestbaptistchurch@gmail.com.
University Hills Baptist
Vacation Bible school
“Submerged!” with music, recreation, crafts, snacks and more for rising K-6 grades. 9 a.m.-noon June 20-24. 1500 Suther Road, University City. Register at www.UniversityHills.org.
Mallard Creek Full Gospel Worship Center
Program
Fresh Start Ministries program with guest speaker Pastor Sheree Amore of Zion 1 Nation. Refreshments will be served. 3 p.m. June 5. 121 Lawrence Gray Road., University City. www.facebook.com/MallardCreekFullGospelWorshipCenter/.
Hog Happenin’, Lincolnton
Concert
National recording artists Marty Paris and Park Sipes will perform together on the stage sponsored by Christ Church. Members of the church worship band will join them. 7:30 p.m. June 3 in downtown Lincolnton. www.hoghappenin.org.
Calvary Lutheran, Concord
Worship services
8:30 and 11 a.m. Sundays unless noted. 950 Bradley St., Concord. www.clcofconcord.org.
Mount Olivet United Methodist, Concord
Hot dog sale
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.
Roberta United Methodist, Concord
Hot dog sale
Hot dogs and homemade desserts, $1.25 each. Delivery for orders of 10 or more. 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. June 4. 3925 Cochran Road, Concord. 704-786-9215.
St. John’s Missionary Baptist, Gastonia
Church picnic
10 a.m.-2 p.m. June 3 at Biggerstaff Park in Dallas.
Senior ministry
JOY ministry meets the first Friday of each month for fellowship, food and fun. Contact Rose Armstrong at the church for more information.
Vacation Bible school
“Submerged.” June 20-23. 1282 Bradford Heights Road, Gastonia. 704-864-6222.
Big Spring United Methodist
Sermon series
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.
Victory Outreach, Hickory
Vacation Bible school
“Submerged!” 6-8 p.m. June 1-3 with closing festival noon-4 p.m. June 4. 7255 Burke County Line Road, Hickory. 828-324-4233.
Clear Creek Baptist, Mint Hill
Vacation Bible school
“Submerged!” with fun, games and surprises for ages 2 to adult. 6:30-8:30 p.m. June 12-17. 9015 Ferguson Road, Mint Hill. www.clearcreekbaptistchurch.com/vbs.
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