Bible reading
* A Bible in 66 languages that has been touring the world will be read aloud in various languages represented locally in an event in front of Wright Hall on the campus of Southern Adventist University on Monday at 7 p.m. The reading, featuring the Bible that will be carried in by a circuit-riding preacher on horseback, is part of worldwide events leading up to the upcoming international meeting of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Atlanta. For information, call 236-2791.
Enrichment
* The Benedictine Sisters Retreat Center, 284 Convent Road, in Cullman, Ala., will offer two reflection days, “Balancing the Martha and Mary Within,” on Saturday, June 19, from 9 a.m. CDT to 3:30 p.m., and “God’s Holy Surprises,” on Tuesday, June 22, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Martha and Mary day will be led by Sister Priscilla Cohen, and the holy surprises event will be led by Sister Marie Leonard. Pre-registration is required for either events. The cost, including lunch, for the June 19 event is $30, while the fee, including lunch, for the June 22 day is $25. For information on either event, call the center at 256-734-8302 or e-mail retreats@shmon.org.
Finances
* “My Practice, My Ministry,” a workshop led by Ron Blue, will be offered for financial professionals on Wednesday from 7:30 a.m. to noon at the Brainerd Baptist Bx, located at the corner of Belvoir Avenue and South Terrace Road. The workshop will include three live training sessions led by Mr. Blue, a certified public accountant, author and president of Kingdom Advisors of Atlanta; table discussions; and practical application exercises. The topics will include integrating faith and practice, distinguishing between ownership and stewardship, asking the right questions to help clients, and the 11 buckets model for financial management. The cost, including breakfast and lunch, is $25, and continuing education credits are available. To register, visit www.kingdomadvisors.org/register.asp. For information, e-mail Michelle.Davis@KingdomAdvisors.org or call Henry Henegar at 266-5257.
Music
* Jay Boyce, a contemporary Christian artist from North Carolina, will present a concert today at 6 p.m. at One Accord Community Church, 343 Sweetland Drive, in Red Bank as part of the church’s six-year anniversary. For information, visit http://www.myspace.com/jayboyce or call the church at 875-8377.
* The Trinity Trio will present a concert on Sunday at 6 p.m. at Cloverleaf Baptist Church, 2290 Waterlevel Highway, in Cleveland, Tenn. For information, call the church at 339-3617.
* Jim Ricketts will present concerts on Saturday, June 19, at 7 p.m., at Poplar Springs Baptist Church, Poplar Springs Road, in Loudon, Tenn.; on Sunday, June 20, at 11 a.m., at Calvary Baptist Church, 1201 Grove St., in Loudon, Tenn.; and on Sunday, June 20, at 6 p.m., at Lands Chapel Church in Englewood, Tenn. For information, call Mr. Ricketts at 775-2806.
* Hawkinsville Missionary Baptist Church, 7463 Pinewood Drive, will host a Father’s Day Concert on Sunday, June 20, at 5 p.m. The event will feature the Believers of Christ of Huntsville, Ala., the North Jackson Gospel Singers of Stevenson, Ala., the Spiritual Crusaders, the Spiritual Highlights, Pure Faith, Virtuous Voices, New Era and others. For information, call the church at 892-1924 or visit www.hawkinsvillechurch.org.
Vacation Bible school
* Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 722 Glenwood Drive, June 21-24, 9 a.m.-noon, ages kindergarten-sixth grade, theme: “Traveling on the Ark of Salvation: The Feasts of Our Lord,” cost $10, 629-4881 or www.annunciation-greek.org.
* Daisy United Methodist Church, 9508 Dayton Pike, July 12-16, 6-8:30 a.m., theme: “Galactic Blast: A Cosmic Adventure Praising God,” 332-3243.
* First Baptist Church, 2645 LaFayette Road, Fort Oglethorpe, Ga., June 21-25, 6:30-8:30 p.m., ages pre-kindergarten through sixth grade, theme: “Route 254,” 706-866-0232.
* First-Centenary United Methodist Church, 419 McCallie Ave., June 28-July 1, 9:30 a.m.-noon, theme: “Egypt: Joseph’s Journey From Prison to Palace,” 756-2021, www.firstcentenary.com.
* Free Hope Baptist Church, 4176 Highway 76, Chatsworth, Ga., Monday-Friday, 6-8:30 p.m., all ages, theme: “Saddle Ridge Ranch,” 706-695-3717.
* Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 822 Belvoir Ave. (at adjacent Belvoir Christian Academy), June 20-24, 5:30-8:30 p.m. (dinner included), June 25 (Chattanooga Lookouts family outing), theme: “High Seas Expedition,” 629-4661.
* Hamlett Chapel Christian Methodist Episcopal, 2510 Cowart St., June 21-25, 6-8 p.m., all ages, 267-6013.
* Hixson First Baptist, 5800 Grubb Road, Hixson, June 13, 4-6 p.m. (registration carnival), June 27-July 1, 6:30-9 p.m., ages 4-fifth grade, theme: “Saddle Ridge Ranch,” 877-2467.
* Jones Memorial, 4131 Ringgold Road, Sundays, June 27-July 25, ages 2 through fifth grade, 624-6073.
* Lupton Drive Baptist Church, 859 Lupton Drive, Monday-Friday, 7-9 p.m., ages 2-adults, theme: “The Whole Armor of God,” 877-7728.
* Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, 5181 Highway 58 North, June 21-25, 6-8 p.m., 894-4822 or 894-9371.
* Rock Spring Baptist Church, 194 East Turnipseed Road, Rock Spring, Ga., Sunday, 4 p.m. (kickoff celebration), Sunday-Wednesday, 6:30-8:30 p.m., theme: “V.B.S. Camping with Jesus,” 706-375-5345.
* St. John United Methodist, 3921 Murray Hills Drive, June 21-25, 6-8:30 p.m., theme: “Egypt: Joseph’s Journey From Prison to Palace,” 892-2257, http://www.stjohnumc.org
* St. Luke United Methodist Church, 3210 Social Circle, June 20, 6:15-8 p.m. (swim party at Stuart Heights Swim Club), June 21-24, 6:15-8:30 p.m., ages up to fifth grade, theme: “Son Harvest County Fair,” 877-6447.
* St. Timothy’s Episcopal Church, 630 Mississippi Ave., Signal Mountain, June 28-July 1, 9 a.m.-noon, ages 3-fifth grade, theme: “The Green Vacation Mission School,” 886-2281.
* Signal Mountain Presbyterian Church, 612 James Blvd., Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-noon, kindergarten-fifth grade, theme: “Backstage With the Bible,” 886-2190, www.signalpres.org.
* Silverdale Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 7407 Bonny Oaks Drive, Sundays, June 13 and June 20, and June 26-27, 5-7:30 p.m., theme: “Water Works Park,” 892-8710.
* Tyner United Methodist Church, 6805 Standifer Gap Road, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon, theme: “Son Quest Rainforest,” 892-0444, www.tynerumc.com.
* Woodstation United Methodist Church, 13195 Route 151 (Alabama Highway), Ringgold, Ga., June 21-25, 6-8 p.m. (dinner included), all ages, 706-638-4556.
Women’s event
* The monthly interdenominational ladies ministry meeting will be Monday from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at Ryan’s Family Steakhouse, 5326 Ringgold Road. The speaker will be Becky Whitson, wife of East Ridge city manager William Whitson. Betty Edmondson will provide music. For information, call 902-2377.
Youth event
* The youth and children of Central Church of Christ, 400 Vine St., will work on service projects on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. through Aug. 4 and welcome people of any age who want to participate. Among the anticipated projects will be to provide assistance to flood victims in Nashville and to help with oil spill cleanup in the Gulf Coast area. For information, call 266-3619.