COMMUNITY SERVICE
-Wreath disposal: Volunteers are need at 9 a.m. today to help retrieve and dispose of the 20,000 wreaths that were placed on headstones by Wreaths Across America volunteers last month at Chattanooga National Cemetery, 1200 Bailey Ave. The effort is expected to take a couple of hours. Written instructions will be provided at the gate. Volunteers should proceed to the left and park in the grass lot across from the pavilion, not on the roads. 423-708-2352.
MUSIC
-“For God So Loved”: Salvation Territorial Creative Arts Ensemble from Atlanta presents a free concert 7-8:30 p.m. today at The Salvation Army Citadel Corps, 1019 N. Moore Road. The performance will include visual arts, acting, music and dance to depict the love that God has for the world. Local members of The Salvation Army will join in the performance. 423-756-1023, www.csarmy.org.
-Bach cantata: Chattanooga Bach Choir, led by artistic director David Long, continues its Cantata Series at 4 p.m. Sunday at Christ Church Episcopal, 663 Douglas St. The program features Johann Sebastian Bach’s Cantata BWV 73, which translates “Lord, as You Will, So Let It Be Done With Me,” written for the third Sunday after Epiphany. Completing the hourlong program are a motet by Josquin des Prez based on Psalm 13 and Bach’s “Come Holy Ghost” fantasia. Admission is $15 general, free for students. www.chattanoogabachchoir.org.
-Branham tribute: Ooltewah Church of God, 9320 S. Lee Highway, will honor local singer Ray Branham for his 50 years in gospel music in two events timed to his 92nd birthday. The church will host a singing at 6 p.m. Jan. 27, followed by a chili supper. On Jan. 28, members of Branham’s family will preach and sing during the 10:30 a.m. service.
-Sunday Afternoon at Simpson: Six members of the Wilson family, who’ve made careers in music, will offer vocal and instrumental pieces, including classical, religious and musical theater selections on the theme “How Can I Keep From Singing?” at 3 p.m. Feb. 4 at Simpson United Methodist Church, 601 McFarland Ave. in Rossville.
-Selah in concert: Women’s Auxiliary of The Salvation Army Chattanooga sponsors concert by Christian artists to kick off 125th anniversary of the agency in Chattanooga, 7-9 p.m. Feb. 16 at Bayside Baptist Church, 6100 Highway 58, Harrison. Purchase $25 general-admission tickets at csarmy.org or eventbrite.com.
PROGRAMS, EVENTS
-Aglow meeting: Chattanooga Aglow Lighthouse will meet at 10 a.m. today at LifeCare, 5798 Hixson Homeplace. A DVD from Aglow Global Conference with Graham Cooke teaching on prophetic ministry will be shown. 423-697-9866.
-Lunch & Learn: Rivers of Living Water Christian Center continues its Lunch & Learn series on the Titus II Woman at 2 p.m. today at Bethlehem Center, 200 W. 38th St. Today’s topic is “Identity Crisis.” For more information: 423-551-2801, member@rlwchristiancenter.info, www.rlwchristiancenter.info.
-Prime Time January Series: Four-week series by First-Centenary United Methodist Church’s United Methodist Women at Oak Street Center, 403 Oak St., meets 6-7 p.m. Wednesdays on the theme “How Do We Respond to God’s Call for Social Justice?” This week, Jan. 24: “”Economic Inequality,” presented by Michael Gilliland, board chairman of Chattanooga Organized for Action. No charge. Information: 423-756-2021.
-Rise Against Hunger: Fifty volunteers are needed to help package 12,096 meals between 10 a.m. and noon Jan. 27 at Fairview United Methodist Church, 3901 Hamill Road in Hixson. Five to seven people also are needed at 9 a.m. to help unload and set up supplies. The meals primarily support school feeding programs in developing countries. Volunteers may drop in and stay for whatever length of time they have available. www.fairviewumchixson.com.
-Church Safety Summit: Experts teach active-shooter training, weather emergency preparedness and practical steps to prevent child sexual abuse and proper reporting protocols to congregations and community at large, 8:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m. Feb. 10 at Trenton United Methodist Church, 12500 N. Main St., Trenton, Ga. Reservations are requested by Jan. 31. Workbooks cost $10, but first 50 people to RSVP get theirs free. Email dade1st@msn.com or call Martha Baker at 423-883-6938.
-Church security training: Free seminar open to any faith-based civic and nonprofit organization looking to learn more about protecting those who attend gatherings is 6-8 p.m. Feb. 9 at Waterville Baptist Church, 4555 Dalton Pike in Cleveland, Tenn. The program will cover active-shooter preparedness, developing personalized security plans and civilian familiarization with weaponry. Space is limited, so organizers ask that a small group of decision makers represent each organization. For information, call James Bradford at 423-728-7300 or email jbradford@bradleycountytn.gov.
-Night To Shine: Spring Creek Road Baptist Church among 450 churches around the world hosting a Shine Prom for people with special needs, ages 14 and older, 6-9 p.m. Feb. 9 at Colonnade, 264 Catoosa Circle, Ringgold, Ga. Evening includes limo ride, red-carpet paparazzi, free photos, catered dinner, dance music and karaoke for promgoers, plus Respite Room for parents and caregivers. Sponsored by Tim Tebow Foundation. www.scrbc.com.
-Clubs for Kids: AWANA Clubs for children age 3 through 6th grade meet 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Hickory Valley Baptist Church, 2320 Hickory Valley Road. 423-892-1916.
-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.
-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.
-Not Alone, a support group for family and friends of a loved one who is incarcerated, meets at 11 a.m. the fourth Saturday of each month at LaFayette Presbyterian Church, 107 N. Main St., LaFayette, Ga. Refreshments and child care are provided.
FUNDRAISERS
-Lyerly cookbook: Lyerly United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 152, Lyerly, GA 30730, has published its third cookbook, “Feeding the Flock.” To order, send $10, plus $3 shipping and handling. 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., has a new cookbook, “Payne’s Chapel Cooks,” a collection of recipes from members. Proceeds will go into the church building fund. Cost is $12, plus $4 shipping/handling if mailed. To order, email debroskyp@gmail.com or leave a message at 706-820-2095.
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