MUSIC
» Benefit concert: Hope Unlimited Ministries will have a fundraising concert featuring Pastor Willie Kitchens and his choir, Joyful Sounds, at 6 p.m. Saturday at Christ United Methodist Church, 8645 East Brainerd Road. Admission is free. Hope Unlimited Ministries helps single mothers with the spiritual and educational tools necessary to cultivate Christ-centered families. For more information, visit www.hopeunlimitedministries.org.
» Noblemen Quartet: The legendary gospel singing group, first formed in Fort Payne, Alabama, in 1952, visits Second Baptist Church, 1619 E. Main St., for the 10:30 a.m. Sunday service. Call 423-629-6039 for more information.
» Gospel singing: Local artist Crystle Elam’s next appearances are: 11 a.m. CDT Sunday at Shady Vale Church of God, 27 Lone Oak Road in Pikeville; 6 p.m. Sunday at Cornerstone Church of God, 9766 Rhea County Highway, Dayton, Tenn.; 11 a.m. Aug. 18 at the Sale Creek Lions Club barbecue, 15222 Coppinger Road, Sale Creek.
» Let’s Sing From Memory: Free social gathering for those affected by Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, along with their caregivers, to sing old songs and hymns that may reconnect them to old memories, is 1-2:30 p.m. Aug. 21 at Northside Presbyterian Church, 923 Mississippi Ave. Free. For more information: 423-266-1766, http://northsidepresbyterian.org.
FUNDRAISERS
» Grace Market: Buyers and sellers are sought for this monthly community event, offering produce, crafts, yard-sale items and direct-sales merchandise, at Grace United Methodist Church, 9833 Hixson Pike in Soddy-Daisy. Hours are 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday. The final second Saturday sale of the season will be in September. Reserve a vendor spot at www.graceumcsd.org.
» Lyerly festivals: Lyerly United Methodist Church presents its 10th annual Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show and Craft Festival, set for 8 a.m.-3 p.m., rain or shine, Saturday at Dowdy Park, corner of Highways 27 and 114 in Summerville, Ga. A Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum train will arrive with visitors at 12:45 p.m. For information, call Judy Motes at 706-857-6008 or email Marie Hanna at mariehanna@windstream.net.
» Lyerly cookbook: Lyerly United Methodist Church has copies of its third cookbook, “Feeding the Flock,” available. To order, send $10, plus $3 shipping and handling, to Lyerly United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 152, Lyerly, GA 30730. Call JoAnn Mitchell, 706-895-2636, for information on buying from a church member or a Chattooga County business.
» Payne’s Chapel cookbook: Payne’s Chapel United Methodist Church in Lookout Mountain, Ga., still has copies of its latest cookbook, “Payne’s Chapel Cooks.” Proceeds will go into the church building fund. Cost is $12, plus $2 shipping/handling if mailed. To order, email debroskyp@gmail.com or leave a message at 706-820-2095.
PROGRAMS, EVENTS
» Free pancakes: St. Alban’s Episcopal Church, 7514 Hixson Pike, will host a free pancake breakfast, with sausage, coffee and juices, 9-11:30 a.m. Saturday (second Saturdays through October). Local vendors also will be set up at the St. Alban’s Farmers Market.
» Church anniversary: St. Paul AME Church, 2514 Williams St., is marking its 129th anniversary. The theme is “On Christ the Solid Rock We Stand.” A prayer breakfast is scheduled at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, with the Rev. Steve Caudle of Greater Second Missionary Baptist Church, as speaker. The main celebration is at 11 a.m. Sunday with the Rev. Dan Scott of Baylor School as speaker. For more information: www.stpaulamechatt.org.
» Pastor anniversary: The Rev. Carlos D. Williams will celebrate his fith anniversary as pastor of Orchard Knob Missionary Baptist Church in services at 9:30 a.m. Sunday. The Rev. Marcus Davidson, pastor of New Mount Olive Baptist Church in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, will be the special guest. The tribute to Pastor Williams is based on the theme “Leadership Worth Following” (Hebrews 13:17).
» Blessing of the backpacks: First Christian Church, 650 McCallie Ave., will celebrate kids and encourage educators with a Blessing of the Backpacks during Sunday worship at 11 a.m. Children are invited to bring their book bags to church for a special blessing for the beginning of the school year. Educators, active and retired, also will receive a blessing for their work with the community’s children. Call 423-267-4506 for more information.
» BM&E assembly: The Chattanooga-Hamilton County BM&E District Association will hold its 145th annual session next week at Orchard Knob Missionary Baptist Church, 1734 E. Third St. The community gathering will use worship and praise to address the divisive cultural climate. Guest lecturer is Dr. Kelly Miller Smith Jr., pastor of Nashville’s First Baptist Church, Capitol Hill. The schedule of visiting pastors, congregations and choirs is: Monday, Pastor Gerald O’Guinn, Love Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church; Tuesday, the Rev. Edward L. Thrasher, Stoney Point Missionary Baptist Church; Wednesday, Dr. Ternae Jordan Sr., Mount Canaan Missionary Baptist Church; Thursday, the Rev. Carlos D. Williams, Orchard Knob Missionary Baptist. All services start at 6:30 p.m. 423-680-6393, thedistricthcda@gmail.com.
» Backpack volunteers: Volunteers are needed Tuesday to hand-deliver backpacks filled with supplies to more than 6,000 Hamilton County elementary students between 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. Receiving donations are Barger, Bess T. Shepherd, Calvin Donaldson, Clifton Hills, East Lake, Eastside, Hardy, Hillcrest, Orchard Knob, Spring Creek and Woodmore elementary schools. The back-to-school initiative, known as The Nehemiah Project, is hosted by the Bethlehem Center. For information, call Karlene Claridy at 423-503-6488.
» Lunch & Learn: “Health and Wellness” is the topic of the next Titus II Woman gathering, set for 2-4 p.m. Aug. 18 at Bethlehem Community Center, 200 W. 38th St. Rivers of Living Water Christian Center is the host. Bring your Bible. Lunch will be served. Children are welcome. Call 423-266-1384 for more information.
» Church anniversary: Bible Baptist Church of Hixson, 1966 Northpoint Blvd., will hold its sixth anniversary celebration at 10 a.m. Aug. 19. For more information: www.bbchixson.org.
» Revelation ministry training: The Hamilton County Baptist Association’s Ministry Training Institute will teach on the Book of Revelation in its fall term, Aug. 20-Oct. 12. The class is designed for ministry leaders, small group/Sunday School leaders, deacons and any disciple looking to grow in understanding of Scripture. Cost is $50. Register at www.baptistassociation.com/ministrytraininginstitute or 423-267-3794.
» Plant-Based Cooking School: Battlefield Community Seventh-day Adventist Church, 96 Hillman Lane, Ringgold, Ga., offers free, plant-based cooking seminars 6-8:30 p.m. on third Tuesdays (Aug. 21, Sept. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 20, Dec. 18). Participants will be able to taste food prepared the health ministries staff and share recipes in efforts to reverse Type 2 diabetes, lower blood pressure and lose weight. There will be a drawing for a cookbook each night. 706-463-1415, www.battlefieldadventist.org.
» Church picnic: Fairview United Methodist Church, 3901 Hamill Road in Hixson, will host a picnic at 5 p.m. Aug. 25, with a cookout (hamburgers and hot dogs), ice cream, games (including corn hole and croquet) and casual music (bring an instrument and join in). For more information: fairviewumchixson.com.
» Zen Group’s new location: The Zen Group of Chattanooga meets 2-4 p.m. Sundays at a new location, 335 Crestway Drive (the Chattanooga Friends Meeting). The group offers zazen (Zen sitting meditation), kinhin (walking meditation) and newcomer instruction. No experience is necessary and no fee is required for attendance, although donations are welcome. The Sunday schedule offers three 25-minute periods of zazen, two five-minute periods of kinhin and book study of “Enlightenment Unfolds: Essential Teachings of Zen Master Dogen,” edited by Kazuaki Tanashi. Individual dokusan (one-on-one instruction) and dharma talks are available online or in person at the Atlanta Soto Zen Center. For more information, visit www.aszc.org/zgc or email Terri Rieth at tlrieth@comcast.net.
» Habitat homeowners: Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga Area, a faith-based nonprofit that builds homes for those in need, is accepting applications from families and individuals interested in becoming Habitat homeowners. To obtain a prequalifying questionnaire, visit www.habichatt.org. or call 423-756-0507.
» Community Clothes Closet: Open 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesdays at 1015 Laura St. across from Dodson Avenue Health Center. Free clothes and small household goods available; donations appreciated. Contact: R. Ludy at 423-933-6314.
» Siskin Museum of Religious Artifacts: Open 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday at Siskin Children’s Institute, 1101 Carter St. The facility is home to more than 400 religious pieces (247 Judaic and 140 Christian), ranging from the 16th to 20th century. Other religions and philosophies represented include Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism and Confucianism. 423-648-1700, www.siskin.org.
» Kidz on the Rock: Groups for kids in kindergarten through sixth grade meet at 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sundays as well as 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays at White Oak Baptist Church, 301 Memorial Drive in Red Bank.
» Exercise class: Northside Presbyterian Church, 923 Mississippi Ave., offers an exercise class focusing on strength, energy and balance 10:30-11:30 a.m. each Tuesday and Thursday. Open to all ages and skill levels. $5 per class. 423-266-1766.
» Recovery, a Christ-centered 12-step program for anyone struggling with addictive issues, compulsive behaviors, loss and life challenges, meets each Thursday at Ooltewah United Methodist Church, 6131 Relocation Way. Dinner at 5:30 p.m., worship at 6:15 p.m., open share groups at 7:30 p.m. Child care provided. 423-238-9216, oumclive.org/recovery.
» Brainerd Celebrate Recovery, a 12-step Christ-centered recovery ministry that focuses on healing hurts, habits and addictions, meets every Thursday at Brainerd Baptist Church’s East Ridge campus, 1203 Blocker Lane. Dinner at 5:45 p.m., large group at 6:45 and small/open share groups following. Child care provided. 423-313-8888, brainerdbaptist.org/celebrate-recovery.
» Grief support: 5 p.m. every first Tuesday at Fort Oglethorpe United Methodist Church, 1733 Battlefield Parkway, Fort Oglethorpe, Ga. Presented by PruittHealth Hospice. Free. For more information, call 706-602-9546.
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