VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
* Red Bank United Methodist Church: 3800 Dayton Blvd. (use entrance on Redding Road). “Beach Party: Surfin’ Through the Scriptures,” for ages 3 years to fifth grade, 6-8:30 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday. Final day is a family celebration in Red Bank City Park, starting with dinner at 5:30 p.m.
* Keith Baptist Church: 1573 Keith Road, Tunnel Hill, Ga. “Roar! Life Is Wild – God Is Good,” 6-8 p.m. July 17-19. Church is on Facebook or call 706-450-0963 for more information.
* Anglican Church of the Redeemer: 104 McBrien Road. “Athens: Paul’s Dangerous Journey To Share the Truth,” 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. July 22-25. Register to participate or volunteer at https://vbspro.events/p/events/acotrvbs2019. 423-892-1101.
PERFORMANCES
* Patriotic cantata: Keith Baptist Church will present “I Love This Land” by Russell Mauldin and Sue C. Smith, at 11 a.m. Sunday. The church is at 1573 Keith Road in the Ringgold/Tunnel Hill, Georgia, area. More details on the church’s Facebook page or call 706-450-0963.
* Citizens of Glory: This family of “musicianaries” from California will be in concert at 6:30 p.m. July 14 at Hickory Valley Baptist Church, 2320 Hickory Valley Road. The group consists of eight brothers and sisters who play instruments and sing. Learn more at citizensofglory.com.
* Big Daddy Weave: Dove Award-winning contemporary Christian band, with special guests Jonathan Chu on violin and Becca Bradley on cello, will be in concert at Redemption to the Nations Church, 1908 Bailey Ave., at 7 p.m. July 14. $15-$75. Ticket link at https://bigdaddyweave.com.
* Let’s Sing From Memory: Free social gatherings 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, are 1-2:30 p.m. first and third Tuesdays at Northside Presbyterian Church, 923 Mississippi Ave. Free. For more information: 423-266-1766, http://northsidepresbyterian.org.
FUNDRAISERS
* Beat the heat campaign: The Salvation Army is distributing free box fans and water to low-income individuals and families affected by the heat. The Day Center, 800 McCallie Ave., is also open for the homeless, with a hydration station available 9 a.m.-5 p.m. any day that the temperature exceeds 90 degrees. Monetary gifts for box fans and utility bill assistance should be marked “Beat the Heat” and mailed to 822 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga, TN 37403. Or donate online at www.csarmy.org or by calling 1-800-SAL-ARMY.
PROGRAMS, EVENTS
* Men’s Prayer Breakfast: Happening 8-10 a.m. Saturday (and other first Saturdays) at Grace Baptist Tabernacle, 2551 Tunnel Blvd. Includes biblical message by a guest speaker and free home-cooked breakfast. 423-622-2565.
* First Sunday fellowship: Oakwood Church of God of Prophecy, 3927 Webb Road, will serve a fellowship meal following Sunday’s service. Sunday School starts at 10 a.m. and morning worship at 11 a.m. 423-903-3652.
* Women’s luncheon: Tickets must be purchased by Friday for a Women’s Ministry Luncheon scheduled 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. July 20 at First Baptist Church of Fort Oglethorpe, 2645 LaFayette Road. This year’s theme is “A Mission to Haiti.” Speakers will be Belinda Crisman and her husband, Dr. Alan Crisman, of Friends of Momance Foundation, which has built a school in an impoverished Haitian village and provides medical and dental supplies each monthly. The church also has been collecting cereal boxes for another Haitian group, The Apparent Project, which uses the boxes to make necklaces, bracelets, earrings and key rings to sell as a source of income. A box of handmade items will be sold at the luncheon to aid both ministries. Tickets are $15. Call the church office at 706-866-0232 or Laura Jones at 423-605-1816. Child care will be provided for children up to 7 years old (must reserve when purchasing tickets).
* Revival: Friendship Baptist Church of Hixson, 1005 Gadd Road, will host a summer revival July 14-19. Evangelist Brent Carr will preach, and the Carr Family will sing. Services start at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. that Sunday, 7 p.m. Monday through Friday.
* Faithfully Fashionable: Christian stylist Donna Roland presents this seminar to teach women how to honor God by what they wear, with tips on best colors, dressing for body type, accessorizing for frame size and finding clothing to match personality and lifestyle. Sponsored by Women of Worth, the event is 9 a.m.-noon July 17, with snacks at 8:45 a.m., in the Youth Center at Christ United Methodist Church, 8645 East Brainerd Road. Tickets are $15 and available weekdays in the church office. 423-892-9363, education@christchurchchatt.org.
* Women’s seminar: Covenant Keypers, a Chattanooga-based marriage and women’s ministry, will host a women’s seminar on “What Every Woman Ought To Know About Truth” 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. July 20 at Orchard Knob Missionary Baptist Church, 1734 E. Third St. Drs. Clarence and Brenda Shuler will be keynote speakers. Breakout sessions will focus on topics for preteens, teens, adults and widows. Breakfast will be served 7:45-8:30 p.m. Door prizes will be awarded. www.covenantkeypers.org, 423-870-0071.
* Lesson & Lunch: Oakwood Church of God of Prophecy, 3927 Webb Road, hosts this program every Wednesday. The pastor’s wife, Teresa Lee, leads the lesson at 11 a.m., and lunch follows at noon. 423-903-3652.
* Grief and Loss Art Expression Group: Weekly class, meeting 9-11 a.m. Thursdays at Hart Gallery, 110 E. Main St., uses art as a tool for dealing with grief and loss. Cost is $25 per session, payable on arrival. RSVP, with at least 24 hours notice, at www.eventbrite.com.
* ESL classes: Free training in English as a Second Language is offered at 6 p.m. Wednesdays at Oakwood Baptist Church, 4501 Bonny Oaks Drive. 423-892-6414.
* It’s Not My Fault Project: SNAP of Tennessee (the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests) has launched a new initiative to raise awareness of clergy sexual abuse by having victims tell their stories at HopeChronicles.org. Anonymity is guaranteed unless the victim requests otherwise. The website RemembertheSurvivors.com also has information on the abuse crisis in Tennessee.
* Habitat homeowners: Habitat for Humanity of Greater Chattanooga Area, a faith-based nonprofit organization 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.
* Free food pantry: Brainerd Baptist Church’s community food pantry is available by dialing 2-1-1 within the city. Food (and diaper) donations may be brought to the welcome desk at Brainerd Crossroads (the BX), 4011 Austin St. See the list of requests at www.brainerdbaptist.org/foodpantry. Questions? Call 423-624-2606.
* Free food pantry: St. Thaddaeus’ Episcopal Church, 4300 Locksley Lane, has a free food pantry open 2-4 p.m. every Saturday. Those in need are asked to fill out a form stating their income to receive a bag of food. 423-892-2377.
* 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, especially of men’s clothing. Contact: R. Ludy at 423-933-6314.
* 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.
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