Reverend ordained

Reverend ordained

NEW MIDDLETOWN

Bethel Church of the Brethren, 4023 E. Calla Road, has ordained and installed Rev. David P. Wyant of Austintown, after a congregational vote. He will lead the weekly 11 a.m. service.

S.W.A.T. job program

YOUNGSTOWN

Sword of the Lord Global Ministries Outreach Center, 907 Catalina Ave., and Just in Time Employment/Consulting Agency will host S.W.A.T (Sword, Word And Truth) from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 16 and Sept. 20. Don’t fight the battle alone. Victory is ours together. Job and life-coaching appointments will be available for those who want further assistance.

Re-opening Celebration

AUSTINTOWN

Austintown Baptist Church, 1180 S. Raccoon Road, wishes to introduce their new pastor, Rev. Chuck Homa and family, to the community at their grand re-opening celebration from 1 to 4 p.m. July 28. There will be special speakers, a tour of the church, music, games and a free meal. The public is invited.

Church anniversary

YOUNGSTOWN

Mount Sinai Baptist Church, 328 S. Forest St., is celebrating its 69th church anniversary. At 3:30 p.m. July 29, Rev. Sylvia Jennings, of Oak Baptist Church, will be the speaker. At 3:30 p.m. Aug. 5, Rev. Mary Austin, of Greater Mount Calvary Church, will be the speaker.

Journaling class

CANFIELD

Join Ursuline Sister of Youngstown Eileen Kernan to explore how the ancient traditions of journaling can help you dialog with your inner wisdom, gain insight into your life and discern how movement in your life will guide your future. There is no prerequisite to attend these class, which will take place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Aug. 2 and Sept. 6 at the Ursuline Motherhouse, 4250 Shields Road. There is no cost to attend, but free-will offerings will be accepted.

First Friday Club

BOARDMAN

The First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown Luncheon Speaker Series welcomes Rev. Edward Brienz on Aug. 2 at The Georgetown, 5945 South Ave.

Father Brienz is director of Missions/Propagation of the Faith for the Diocese of Youngstown, administrator of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish in McDonald and founder of Cafe Augustine located in the Newport Library Branch in Youngstown. Father Brienz will speak on “The Mission of Cafe Augustine.” The luncheon will begin at 11:30 a.m. and is $16. To make a reservation, call 330-720-4498.

Pastor celebration

GIRARD

The leadership of Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church will host an anniversary dinner for the Rev. J. Dwayne Heard, who is celebrating his 10-year anniversary. A dinner will take place from 6 to 11 p.m. Aug. 3 at the Mahoning Country Club, 710 E. Liberty St., and will be a black-and-white formal. Tickets are $30. Ad sponsorships also are available.

Bus trip to Sugar Creek

YOUNGSTOWN

Greater Friendship Baptist Chuch’s Mother’s Ministry, 646 Lakewood Ave., will sponsor a bus trip to Sugar Creek on Aug. 4. The cost is $60 per person. The bus will be stopping at different locations in Ohio’s Amish country. For information, contact Pecola Howell-Hunter at 330-747-7373.

School supplies

NEW WATERFORD

For the 10th consecutive year, Abundant Life Fellowship, 46469 state Route 46, will be distributing school supplies and clothing, serving grilled food, passing out fresh produce and offering bounce houses and barrel train rides during August Overflow scheduled Aug. 4.

The American Red Cross will also be conducting a blood drive from noon to 4 p.m. during the event.

The school supply distribution is specifically for students in Crestview, Columbiana (including Heartland Christian), Leetonia, East Palestine, Lisbon, Beaver Local districts, and to home-schooled students in those districts, as well as members of the five churches in the Crestview district.

To receive school supplies, recipients must bring a report card from the previous school year and/or a driver’s license or document showing proof of residency in one of those districts. For information, called the church off at 330-457-7317.

Path to Wholeness

GIRARD

Unity Centre for Spiritual Living, 1226 Naylor Lloyd Road, will host Path to Wholeness with guest speaker John Michael Thornton at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 7. Thornton will speak about “Psychic Pollution.” The public is invited.

Bus trip planned

SOLON

The parishioners of St. Rita Parish in Solon invite the public on a one-day bus trip to Fremont for a Saints and Sinners Tour on Sept. 13. A local historian will take attendees on a 90-minute tour of the area that includes Grace Lutheran Church, Our Lady of the Pines Retreat Center and St. Ann Catholic Church.

The cost is $80 per person, and the deadline to register is Aug. 8. The motor coach will depart from St. Rita Church, 32820 Baldwin Road. For information, contact Cindy Jeric at 330-963-0808 or email at LadyCynthiaJ@Windstream.net.

Assumption Celebration

CAMPBELL

Christ the Good Shepherd St. Lucy Church, 397 Tenney Ave., will host its traditional Assumption Celebration with a 6 p.m. Mass on Aug. 15, followed by the traditional procession through the streets and culminating with a reception at The Palermo Center next to the church. This is a free reception but reservations are required. To make reservations, call Carmel Gerlick at 330-755-6801, Liana Berardino at 330-755-5438, or Lucy Cioffi at 330-755-3617 before Aug. 8.

Kidz Blitz LIVE!

YOUNGSTOWN

Crossroads Church, 554 S. Meridian Road, invites the public to Kidz Blitz LIVE! This is a free community event. Kidz Blitz Live is a fast-paced, high-octane event for the whole family. Families will experience Biblical truths communicated through special effects and illustrative interaction.

This is one event where children actually get to do something and parents should bring their cameras. In a Super Bowl atmosphere, kids and parents alike will witness the Great Balloon Stuff, the Flying Donut Crew, Xtreme Hula, the Ultimate Kindz Blitz Chicken and Bone Challenge, the Hovering Beach Ball and much more.

With music reworked from movie tunes and sounds from the 1970s, there’s as much to hear as there is to see. Concessions will be available for purchase.

Guest speaker

YOUNGSTOWN

The morning service at Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church, 1210 Himrod Ave., at 10 a.m. Aug. 5 will host guest speaker the Rev. Everett Jennings of New Life Cathedral Church, Oakland Park, Ill. A potluck dinner in the church’s center will follow the service. For information, call Rosetta Carter at 330-941-0475 or the church at 330-746-7190.

Picnic on tap

AUSTINTOWN

St. David’s Welsh Society of Youngstown will host its annual picnic at 3:30 p.m. Aug. 18 at Stacey Pavilion in Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road. The picnic is catered and will be served in the air-conditioned pavilion.

The cost is $17 per person and the public is invited to attend. Special musical entertainment will be provided by Allan and Jennifer Jones Mosher. For reservations, mail a check made out to “St. David’s Society” and mail it to Sarah Davis-Gamlin, 3029 Parkman Road NW, Warren, OH, 44485. The deadline to make reservations is Aug. 14. For further information, email welshman1828@yahoo.com.

Spiritual Book Club

CANFIELD

The Ursuline Center Spiritual Book Club offers an opportunity for spiritual seekers to read, reflect and share in the discussion of spiritual books that explore the writings of the great spiritual thinkers, both contemporary and classic.

This club is for anyone who wants to nurture their spiritual life. Join the group from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Aug. 6 at the Ursuline Center, 4280 Shields Road.

The first few chapters of “Things Hidden, Scripture as Spirituality” by Richard Rohr will be discussed. There is no cost to attend, but free-will offerings are accepted. For information or to register, contact Eileen W. Novotny at 330-533-3831 of ewalshnovotny@zoominternet.net.

Vacation Bible schools

YOUNGSTOWN: Wedgewood Park Evangelical Church, 1944 S. Meridian Road, will host vacation Bible school from 5:45 to 8:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. The theme will be “Shipwrecked: Rescues by Jesus,” and will feature Bible stories, verses, songs, snacks and hands-on explorations anchoring kids in the truth that Jesus carries them through life’s storms. The program is free for children from age 4 to sixth grade. For information, visit www.wedgewoodparkchurch.com.

AUSTINTOWN: Grace Church of the Nazarene, 5253 W. Webb Road, will host a vacation Bible school from 9:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Monday to Friday. For information or to register online, visit austintowngrace.com.

BOARDMAN: Boardman United Methodist Church, 6809 Market St., will host vacation Bible school from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Aug. 16 and 17. The theme is “GEARS.” For information or to volunteer, call the church office at 330-758-4527.

AUSTINTOWN: Austintown Baptist Church, 1180 S. Raccoon Road, will host vacation Bible school from 5 to 8 p.m. from Aug. 5 through Aug. 10. II Peter 1:3 is the basis of this year’s theme, “Game On.” Admission is free and all children between the ages of 5 and 12 are invited to attend. Pre-registration is available online at www.austintownbaptist.com/Events/Sign-up.

youngstown: Bethel Church of God In Christ, 3147 Glenwood Ave., will host vacation Bible school from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday. The theme is “Glow for Jesus: Let Your Light Shine Part II.” For information, call 330-788-7869.

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