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“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.

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.

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.

Pancakes, sausage and scrambled eggs. Free; donations accepted. 8-10 a.m. June 4. 1809 Charlotte Highway, Mooresville. www.vanderburgumc.org.

Free. 7:30 a.m. June 4. 1739 Perth Road, Mooresville. www.RockyMountUMC.com.

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.

“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.

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.

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.

“Super Messy Science.” Aug. 8-11. $120.

“Egypt: Joseph’s Journey From Prison to Palace.” July 17-20. 7621 Norman Island Drive, Cornelius. www.communityinchrist.net.

“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.

“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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

“Cave Quest.” 9 a.m.-noon June 20-24. Register by June 5. 8300 Providence Road. www.messiah-nc.org.

“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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

10:30 a.m. Sundays.

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.

“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.

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/.

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.

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

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.

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.

10 a.m.-2 p.m. June 3 at Biggerstaff Park in Dallas.

JOY ministry meets the first Friday of each month for fellowship, food and fun. Contact Rose Armstrong at the church for more information.

“Submerged.” June 20-23. 1282 Bradford Heights Road, Gastonia. 704-864-6222.

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.

“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.

“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.