Bike blessing

Bike blessing

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Centenary United Methodist Church, 40 S. Market St., will conduct a “Blessing of the Bikes” at 11:30 a.m. May 5. All area motorcyclists, who would like a minister to pray for them individually and for a safe season of riding, are invited to attend. There is no cost; any donations collected will benefit East Palestine Social Concerns. For details, contact Pastor Mark McTrustry at mmctrustry@yahoo.com.

Revival services

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Cornersburg Baptist Church, 3898 Tippecanoe Road, will host the Rev. Lonnie Riley for revival services at 7 p.m. Friday and May 5 and 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. May 6.

He and his wife, Belinda, work with volunteers at Meridzo Ministries in Lynch, Ky. With John Franklin, the Rev. Mr. Riley co-wrote the book “By Faith: Living in the Certainty of God’s Reality.”

For information, call 330-799-2833 or visit www.cornersburg.org.

Singer at church

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Tajci, an international singer/songwriter, will perform “Let It Be – Mary’s Story” on May 12 at Sts. Peter and Paul Croatian Church, 421 Covington St., Holy Apostles Parish.

A social hour with hors d’oeuvres, pastries and cash bar will be at 5:30 p.m. in the lower hall prior to the concert, which is scheduled at 7. Tickets are $15; call 330-743-1905.

The event will feature Tajci on keyboards, backed by electronic instrumentalist Denny Bouchard.

Since the spring of 2000, Tatiana “Tajci” Cameron has shared her spiritual programs in almost 900 concerts.

Christians in Action

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Hubbard Christians in Action will gather for a National Day of Prayer observance from noon to 12:30 p.m. Thursday at Tylee Park, southwest corner of West Liberty and Main streets. The group will pray for America, service personnel and community. Visit www.NationalDayOfPrayer.org.

Society chapter

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Society of St. John Chrysostom, Youngstown-Warren Chapter, will host William F. Orr, professor of New Testament at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, at 7 p.m. May 8 at St. Mark Orthodox Church, 3560 Logan Way.

The topic, “It is Not Good ... To Be Alone,” will address gender, sexuality and communion in the Bible and Christian tradition.

The society of St. John Chrysostom is an ecumenical organization of Catholic and Orthodox clergy and laity.

For information, call 330-755-5635.

Kirkin’ of the Tartan

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All Scots are invited to the Kirkin’ of the Tartan service at 10:30 a.m. May 6 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 119 Stadium Drive.

Bagpiper Thomas J. Herr will lead the procession, followed by banners and tartans representing Scottish clans, as Westminster honors the Scottish heritage of Presbyterians around the world.

Harpist Kirk Kupensky and vocalist Colleen- McNally Harris will bring Celtic music to the service, in solo performances and in leading congregational music. Beadle Jim Herr will give a the call to worship in brogue and the Rev. David Joachim’s message will be “Scots in Mission.” A traditional Scottish tea will follow.

Everyone of Scottish heritage is invited to wear clan tartans or to carry tartans in banner form; assembly will be at 10:15 a.m. Clan names will be called out during the service; call the church office by Friday.

Report from Iraq

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The Rev. Elmarie Parker spent 10 days visiting in and around Basrah, Iraq, in November 2011. During that time, she met with Protestant, Catholic and Orthodox church leadership. She will share her observations at 2 p.m. Sunday at First Presbyterian Church of Girard, 890 Churchill Road.

She also will discuss how Christians and Muslim communities related to each other.

The free program is open to all; refreshments will be served. For information, call 330-647-7515.

Honoring Mary

A Night to Honor Mary is planned at 7 p.m. Friday at St. Columba Cathedral, 154 W. Wood St., Youngstown, and at 7 p.m. May 11 at St. Michael the Archangel Parish, 3430 St. Michael Boulevard N.W., Canton. Bishop George V. Murry will preside at both devotional services. The Diocesan Youth Choir will participate in the St. Columba Cathedral service.

All are invited to the services that will include Scripture readings, a homily, hymns and recitation of the rosary.

Studies of feasts

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The role of feasts and festivals in Jewish, Christian, Islam, Hindu and Bahai traditions will be explored by Jewish/Christian Studies/North.

Dr. Sudhaker Rao of the Hindu temple will speak Wednesday at Temple El Emeth, 3970 Logan Way.

The group gathers at 12:30 p.m. and the study begins at 1.

For information, call the Rev. George Balasko at 330-406-1034 or Rabbi Joseph Schonberger at 330-759-1429.

Musical program

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Jerusalem Baptist Church, 2003 Wilson Ave., will present a musical program at 4 p.m. Sunday.

The pre-anniversary program is for the church’s upcoming 95th celebration in November.

Deacon James L. Boyd is chairman and the Rev. D.H. Anderson, pastor.

St. John Academy

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St. John Academy will meet at 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, starting next week, and May 9, 16 and 23, in Historic Lutheran Church of St. John Colonial Hall, 1429 Mahoning Ave.

The ecumenical group will discuss the topic of angels.

A noon Eucharist will follow for those who wish to participate.

150th year celebration

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St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, 159 Todd Ave., will celebrate its 150th year of ministry during a special service at 11 a.m. May 20.

Following worship, a luncheon will be at the Park Inn by Radisson. Tickets are $20 and must be obtained by Monday. Call 724-342-2310 or visit www.StPaulsHermitage.org.

Event canceled

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“Stewardship Alive,” originally planned for today at St. Charles Borromeo Church has been canceled.

Day of Prayer

City Prayer Team of Youngstown will present a National Day of Prayer observance at noon Thursday at the corner of Market and West Federal.

Salem Nationdal Day of Prayer Committee will have a gathering a noon Thursday on the Village Green.

Monthly series

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The Coffee & Contemplation series continues with “Mary of Nazareth, Mother of Jesus” by Sister Barbara Lenarcic from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday in Villa Maria Spirituality and Education Center.

Program is $7; lunch and program $12. To register, call 724-964-8886 or visit www.villaprograms.org.