MUSIC
‘ Bob Bennett: The singer, songwriter and master guitarist, an influential figure in the early days of contemporary Christian music, will present an acoustic concert at 6 p.m. today in the Student Worship Center at Abba’s House, 5208 Hixson Pike. Mark Kelly Hall and Dana Harding also will perform. Bennett’s 1982 album, “Matters of the Heart,” was chosen Album of the Year by CCM Magazine and ranks among the Top 20 CCM albums of all time. Admission is a suggested $10 donation per person, $25 per family.
‘ St. Paul’s Artist Series: Heinavanker, a world-renowned vocal ensemble from Estonia, will perform “Ancient Songs, Chants and Hymns: Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Estonian Independence,” at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 305 W. Seventh St. The program will include ancient Estonian folk and runic traditions, combined with Renaissance sacred music and contemporary works. Tickets are $30 priority, $20 general, $10 students. For more information: www.stpaulschatt.org/concert-season or 423-266-8195.
‘ Casting Crowns: The contemporary Christian artists bring “The Very Next Thing” tour, with special guests I Am They, to Abba’s House, 5208 Hixson Pike, at 7 p.m. Friday. Tickets: $75 platinum, $40 artist circle, $25 reserved, $18 groups of 10+. 423-877-6462, 1-855-484-1991, www.abbashouse.com.
‘ Kitty Cleveland concert: The internationally known recording artist will perform 7-8:30 p.m. Friday at St. Stephen Catholic Church, 7111 Lee Highway. A freewill offering will be taken, and Cleveland will have CDs for sale post-show. For more information, call Arlene at 423-498-2977.
‘ Scenic City Chorale: The 50-voice ensemble will sing choral music, from religious to light classical, in concert at 3 p.m. April 15 at Pleasant Hill (Tennessee) Community Church, just off Main Street on Church Drive in Cumberland County. The concert is free, but donations will help fund future concerts at the church.
‘ Handel’s “Messiah”: The Chattanooga Bach Choir & Orchestra will present George Frederick Handel’s oratorio “Messiah” (complete) at 3:30 p.m. April 15 at First Christian Church, 650 McCallie Ave. Soloists will be Maria Rist (soprano), Jack DuRoy (boy soprano), Andrea Dismukes (alto), Blaine Tooley (tenor) and Matthew Hoch (bass). David Long is artistic director and conductor. Tickets are $20; free for students. www.chattanoogabachchoir.org.
PROGRAMS, EVENTS
‘ Plant giveaway: Daisy United Methodist Church, 9508 Old Dayton Pike in Soddy-Daisy, plans its seventh annual Plant Giveaway, a community outreach project, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. today. The variety includes flowers, herbs, ornamentals, a few vegetables and some flower seeds. The first three plants are free, and five additional plants may be selected for $2 per plant. Early arrivals may contribute $10 to the church for first choice of plants. Donations of plants or flower pots are appreciated. Contact: Bill Haley, 423-326-9248.
‘ Church at the Movies: The Net Church, which holds service at two area AMC theater locations, offers children’s programming, suitable for newborns through sixth-graders, at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Sundays through Mother’s Day at East Ridge 18, 5080 South Terrace, and Bradley Square 12, 200 Paul Huff Parkway in Cleveland. The mashup of movie scenes will offer insights relevant to everyday life. Popcorn and drinks will be served. For more, visit netchurch.cc.
‘ Gospel Meeting: White Oak Church of Christ, 2229 Lyndon Ave. in Red Bank, will hold a Gospel Meeting next week with guest speaker Todd Clippard. Services are at 9:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Sunday, with a fellowship meal following the morning services, and 7 p.m. Monday-Wednesday. 423-877-9762.
‘ Family Bible seminar: Green’s Lake Road Church of Christ, 1209 Green’s Lake Road, will present a series of “Lessons on God’s Family,” taught by Glenn Hitchcock of Hampton, Va., next week. Start times are 9:30 a.m., 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday and at 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday. 423-867-7115.
‘ GriefShare Workshop: Ongoing series of weekly seminars and support groups at Hixson First Baptist Church meets 6-8 p.m. Tuesdays through April 24. Meetings include video seminars with experts, focused discussions and personal study and reflection. $20 fee. Download a participant form at hixsonfirstbaptist.org/griefshare, or pick one up at the church, 5800 Grubb Road. 423-877-2467.
‘ Catholic Women’s Convention: The Knoxville Diocesan Council of Catholic Women will sponsor a convention at Chattanooga’s St. Stephen Catholic Church, 7111 Lee Highway, April 12-14. Information: www.kdccw.org, 423-598-2977.
‘ Lunch group: The Women’s Fellowship monthly lunch group, open to all women, meets at 12:30 p.m. Friday. The only cost is for your meal. For details, RSVP to 423-355-7152 (call or text).
‘ Pastor luncheon: Area pastors and church leaders are invited to a free lunchon at 11:30 a.m. April 17 at Feed Co. Table & Tavern, 201 W. Main St. Pastor Mike Bickley of Olathe Bible Church in Kansas and Patrick Johnson of GenerousChurch, a co-sponsor with the Maclellan Foundation, will share learnings on how church leaders can grow generosity without fundraising. The first 50 pastors to register will receive gifts on generosity resources. Register: www.generouschurch.com/events, email cindy@generouschurch.com.
‘ 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 (next, April 17). 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. 706-463-1415, www.battlefieldadventist.org.
‘ Praise Breakfast: This 14th annual event of the Scenic City Women’s Network, themed “God’s Unfathomable Riches,” is scheduled at 6:30 p.m. April 18 at the Chattanooga Convention Center, 1150 Carter St. Keynote speakers are Hobby Lobby’s Jackie Green and Lauren Green McAfee, who will speak on the journey that led to the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C. Tickets are $30, $240 for a table of eight. Purchase at www.scwn.org. Information: 423-698-6262, renee@scwn.org.
‘ Rest: A Retreat for Pastors: Designed to give give space and time for pastors’ hearts to be renewed through guided and individual prayer, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. April 19 at Chattanooga House of Prayer, 3912 Dayton Blvd., Suite 200, Red Bank. Free. Questions? Email adam@chatthop.org.
‘ Grief support: Thrive at Brow Wood, 37 Brock Drive, Lookout Mountain, Ga., will host a new small group of Forward, an ecumenical group offering mutual support for those who have lost a spouse, beginning April 21, from 1 to 4 p.m. The free group is designed for the bereaved (at any stage) to share experiences. Call First Baptist Church at 423-265-2257 for information on joining.
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