Church Notes

Published 5:00 pm Thursday, July 10, 2003

Lewis and Clark BibleMen’s Bible study is offered at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Lewis and Clark Bible Church, 2.5 miles south of Miles Crossing just off Lewis and Clark Road on Seppa Lane. The Rev. Jerry Conklin brings the message, “To Tell You the Truth,” from Ephesians 4:25, in the 11 a.m. Sunday service. Adult Sunday school is held at 9:45 a.m. The Rev. Conklin is teaching through the book of Daniel. The 6 p.m. service features the message, “The Excellence of True Love,” from 1 Corinthians 13.

At 7 p.m. Wednesday, youth group for teens 12 to 18 meets and Bible study and prayer are offered. For information, call 325-7011.Our Saviour’s LutheranSEASIDE – Sunday services at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 320 First Ave., are at 8:30 and 10 a.m. The sermon is given by the Rev. David Barnet.

Ecumenical Bible study meets at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday. Quilting is offered at 10 a.m. Thursday, followed by Bible study at 12:15 p.m. Office hours are from 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Thursday. For information, call 738-6791.Pacific Unitarian Universalist FellowshipWorship begins at 11 a.m. Sunday at the First Congregational Church of Astoria, 820 Alameda Ave., across from Capt. Robert Gray Elementary School. Cliff and Arline LaMear will discuss some of the religious aspects of their trip to Turkey in May, which included a visit with a Muslim Imam. Refreshments follow the service. For information, call 338-6883. People in need of a ride share may call 338-6883 in Astoria, 738-7937 in Seaside or (360) 642-5054 on the Long Beach Peninsula.Astoria Christian”The Power of Celebrative Worship” is the Rev. Frank Loyd’s message from 2 Samuel 6:1-5 and 12b-19 in the 10 a.m. Sunday worship at Astoria Christian Church, 1151 Harrison Ave. Gary Kaufman and the Worship Team lead singing. The Rev. Loyd will bring the communion meditation, and Helen Rainey will present a Mission Moment focusing on Key Communications. Mick and Carol Shepard will greet members and visitors at the door. Bible and Coffee Class meets at 11:20 a.m. An adult home Bible study meets at 7 p.m. at the home of the Loyds, 1140 Harrison Ave.

There will be no Tuesday evening Bible Study this week. For information, call 325-2591.Astoria First United MethodistThe Rev. David Kinman speaks on “It’s the Music” at the 10 a.m. Sunday service at the First United Methodist Church, 1076 Franklin Ave. Scripture lessons are from Ephesians 1:3-14 and Mark 6:14-29. Dorothy Lindstrom presents special music. Don Morden is liturgist. Karla Walker, administrator of Uniontown Transitional House, will speak during the mission moment. Dorothy Churchill is greeter. Childcare is available during worship. The Uniontown Transitional House committee hosts the coffee mingle following worship, at which time a video on mental illness will be shown. The Pause and Ponder study group meets at 7 p.m. in the library.

Kinman meets with the Brown Bag Lunch Lectionary Bible study group at noon Wednesday in the pastor’s study. Scriptures to read are Psalms 89:20-37, 2 Samuel 7:1-14a, Ephesians 2:11-22 and Mark 6:30-34 and 53-56. For information, call 325-5454 or visit the church Web site www.astoriamethodistchurch.orgWarrenton First BaptistWARRENTON – Men’s Bible reading time will be at 7 a. m. Saturday at Warrenton First Baptist church, 30 N.E. First St.

Sunday school classes for all ages begin at 9:15 a.m. The adult class, taught by the Rev. Ed Bussert, is on the book of Hebrews. Worship is held at 10:30 a.m. At 5 p.m., youth groups for all ages and adult Bible study are offered. The evening service begins at 6 p.m.

Adult Bible study, taught by the Rev. Bussert on the book of Job, meets at 7 p.m. Tuesday. On Wednesday, Bible study for high school and young adults meets at 5:30 p.m., prayer meeting is held at 7 p.m. and choir practice is at 8 p.m. Women’s “Prayer and Share” meets at 9 a.m. Thursday. Home Bible studies are offered at 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday. For information, call 861-2432.Pioneer PresbyterianWARRENTON – Sunday worship at Pioneer Presbyterian Church on Clatsop Plains, on U.S. Highway 101 at Camp Rilea Road, begins with a Singspiration at 9:40 a.m. Worship begins at 10 a.m. led by the Rev. Doug Rich with the sermon, “The Earth Is the Lord’s.” Lector is Jean Bayless. Greeters are Dorothy and Roy Boyle. Bill and Sylvia Berg host coffee hour. Children are encouraged to remain with the adults in the sanctuary to participate in worship. For information, call 861-2421.Bible BaptistBible Baptist Church, 1195 Irving Ave., holds Sunday worship at 10:15 a.m., featuring the message, “When Good People Hurt.” Adult Life Studies begin at 9 a.m. with classes for children and teens as well as adults. The previous week’s service is aired at 11 a.m. on KKEE. “Shoe Leather Love,” from Philippians 2:1-8, is the message in the 6 p.m. service.

Vacation Bible School for students entering first through seventh grades will be held from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, with the theme, “Camp Moosefeather Falls.” For information, call 325-2263 or e-mail bbcast@pacifier.comCannon Beach Bible ChurchCANNON BEACH – Sunday’s services start with the Continental Breakfast Class on topical texts at 9:30 a.m. Worship, fellowship and study of the Word begins at 10:45 a.m., continuing the study of Hebrews 11, “Heroes of Faith.” The evening fellowship, “The Gathering,” begins at 7 p.m. A study of Ruth also meets at 7 p.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous uses the church’s facilities from 8 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Prayer and Bible study on “Difficult Bible Passages” is offered at 10 a.m. Wednesday. Women’s Bible study on the book of Revelations, taught by Janice Haskell, meets at 2 p.m. Thursday in a member’s home. Call the church for details. Cannon Beach Bible Church is at 264 Hills Lane, taking the Sunset exit from U.S. Highway 101. For information, call (503) 436-2786, visit www.pacifier.com/~matero or e-mail matero@pacifier.comPeace LutheranPeace Lutheran Church, 12th and Exchange streets, remembers the life and ministry of John the Baptist during services at 9 and 11 a.m. The 9 a.m. service is more contemporary with a worship team using keyboard, vocals, drums and piano. The 11 a.m. worship is more traditional, using the Lutheran Book of Worship. Following the second service, the church council will meet to discuss the business of the church. All members are welcome to attend.

Naomi Circle meets at 1 p.m. Monday. Martha Circle meets at 7 p.m. Tuesday. The Matthew 28 group also meets for prayer and Bible study at 7 p.m. Tuesday.Coastline Christian FellowshipWARRENTON – Located on the corner of Third Street and Main Avenue, Coastline Christian Fellowship holds Sunday services at 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Home fellowship “koinonia” groups will be held in place of the Sunday Night Celebration. Call for locations.

Women’s Bible study on the Old Testament is held at 10 a.m. Wednesday. Bible study is offered at 7 p.m. Thursday with the focus on verse-by-verse biblical teaching. Pastor Jason Biel is currently in the book of Revelation. Children’s ministry is available during all services. For information, call 861-1378.Bethany Free LutheranA Sunday school family prayer time is held at 9:30 a.m. for all ages at Bethany Free Lutheran Church, 451 34th St. The Rev. Craig Johnson brings the message, “Learn From the Kids,” from Matthew 18:1-4, for the 10:30 a.m. worship. Nursery care is available. A meeting is held after the service for all youth going to the Free Lutheran Youth convention and their parents.

Bible study is held at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Men’s prayer is offered at 6 a.m. Thursday. For information, call 325-2925.FriendsAn unprogrammed Friends (Quaker) worship group meets at 11 a.m. Sunday at 511 Jerome Ave. A social hour and discussion time follows the Meeting for Worship. For information or to learn more about Quakers, call 338-3871 or 338-7262.Baha’i’ Faith/Clatsop CountyMultifaith devotions, where prayers and scriptures from diverse religions are shared, take place from 3:30 to 4 p.m. Sunday. A weekly study class, “The Family Virtues Guide,” is held at 4 p.m. At 5 p.m., a fellowship potluck is open to all. The weekly deepening, “Baha’i’s Essentials,” starts at 6 p.m. At 7:30 p.m. the weekly study circle is held. All classes and events are held at TwoWings Learning Center, 91995 Oregon Highway 202. For information, call 325-4362. For current events and news of the Baha’i’ Community of Clatsop County, visit the Web site bahai.homestead.comBaha’i’ Faith/AstoriaAn interfaith devotional meeting is held from 7 to 8 p.m. Sunday at 472 Pleasant Ave. Call 325-4679 for information.

Introductory study of the Baha’i’ Faith is offered from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday at 584 Eighth St., and is open to anyone. Topics cover the founder of the faith, Baha’u’llah, and his teachings for spiritual and social development. For information, call 325-7595.First Assembly of GodThe youth group, “The Factor,” meets at 6 p.m. Saturday at First Assembly of God, 1775 Seventh St.

Sunday school meets at 9:30 a.m., followed by worship at 10:30 a.m. Evening worship is offered at 6 p.m.

Wednesday night is Family Night, with Missionettes and Royal Rangers meeting at 7 p.m. The pastor’s Bible study is held in the sanctuary at the same time. For information, call 325-7331.Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day SaintsThe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints meets at 10 a.m. Sunday for Sacrament meeting. At 11:15 a.m., Sunday school classes are held for all age groups and Primary class begins for children 18 months to 12 years. This year’s course of study is the Old Testament. At 12:15 p.m., meetings are held for the Relief Society, Priesthood and Young Men’s and Young Women’s organizations. Meeting times are the same for the Astoria Ward, 350 Niagara Ave., the Seaside ward, 1403 S. Wahanna Road, and the Long Beach, Wash., ward, 1306 Washington Ave. N.

Young Men’s and Young Women’s organizations also meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday for service projects, learning activities and monthly dances. For an Astoria activity schedule, call Jared or Jenna Rickenbach at 325-8806.

The Family History Center is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday. The public is welcome. For information, call 325-8256.Calvary Assembly of GodWARRENTON – Calvary Assembly of God, 1365 S. Main Ave., hold its Sunday celebration at 10:30 a.m. with an attended nursery, preschool and primary classes. An evening celebration is offered at 6 p.m.

Adult Bible study is held at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Royal Rangers and Missionettes also meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday. For information, call 861-1712.Great Vow Zen MonasteryCLATSKANIE – Buddhist meditation and service led by Zen teachers Hogen and Chozen Bays is offered at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday and 10 a.m. Sunday at the Great Vow Zen Monastery, 79640 Quincy-Mayger Road. Meditation instruction is provided. For information, call (503) 728-0654.Immanuel LutheranKNAPPA – Sunday worship begins at 9 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, on the corner of U.S. Highway 30 and Valley Creek Lane, half a mile east of The Logger restaurant. The Rev. Carl Hansen leads the service.Astoria Seventh-day AdventistSaturday’s service begins at 11 a.m. at the Astoria Seventh-day Adventist Church, 300 Nehalem Ave. Adult and children’s Sabbath school begins at 9:30 a.m.

Women’s prayer and study group meets at 6:30 p.m. Monday. Prayer and Bible study led by Pastor Elwood Starr is offered at 7 p.m. Tuesday. For information, call 325-0610.First Congregational United Church of ChristWorship begins at 9:30 a.m. at the First Congregational United Church of Christ, 820 Alameda Ave., across from Capt. Robert Gray Elementary School.Center for Spiritual Living of the North CoastCenter for Spiritual Living of the North Coast, a Metaphysical/New Thought center at 1 Portway St., holds its Sunday celebration at 10:30 a.m. Wynne Preston is the speaker.

A spiritual practices and support group meets at 6 p.m. Wednesday. Gentle yoga and meditation is offered at 6 p.m. Thursday. For information, call 325-8839 or visit the Web site www.centerforspiritualliving.orgAbounding Life Family FellowshipOn Thursday, Clatsop County Puppeteers will meet at 5:30 p.m. at the Comfort Inn and Suites conference room, 3420 Lief Erikson Drive. A fellowship time runs from 6:30 to 7 p.m., followed by praise and worship from 7 to 7:30 p.m. and a casual service from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. For information, call 717-8202.Faith LutheranSEASIDE – Guest pastor Walt Meinhart leads the 10:30 a.m. Sunday service at Faith Lutheran Church, 1115 Broadway. Transportation arrangements are available.

Vacation Bible School is scheduled for July 28-31. For information, call 738-7223.Astoria Seventh-day AdventistYouth group meets at the pastor’s home at 7 p.m. today.

Saturday services at Astoria Seventh-day Adventist Church, 300 Nehalem Ave., begin at 9:30 a.m. with youth and adult classes. Guest speaker Courtney Allen will preach during the 11 a.m. worship hour.

Women’s Prayer Circle is on hold for the summer. “With Christ in the School of Prayer” with Pastor Elwood Starr meets at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Women’s Bible study is held at 1 p.m. Thursday. For information, call 325-0610.Grace EpiscopalThe fifth Sunday after Pentecost will be celebrated at Grace Episcopal Church, 1545 Franklin Ave., with services at 8 and 10 a.m. The Rev. Richard B. Loop leads services assisted by lay eucharistic ministers Roy Chamberlain and Peter Hoffman, organist Carol Abraham, lectors Lou Sayer and Mary Lovell, Altar Guild Nancy Chamberlain and Donna Bunnage and ushers and greeters Donna Bunnage, Nancy Chamberlain and the Tim and Debi Hill family. Nursery care with Amber Hayward is offered during the 10 a.m. service. Coffee hour hosted by Mary and Bob Lovell follows the 10 a.m. service.

The Discernment Group meets at 9 a.m. Monday and 7 p.m. Tuesday. The Grief Support Group meets at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. The Centering Prayer Group meets at 7 p.m. Thursday. The midweek worship and healing service at is held at 7 p.m. Wednesday. The “Women of Grace” board will meet from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. For information, call 325-4691 or e-mail grace@pacifier.comFirst Church of Christ, ScientistThe Christian Science Sentinel radio broadcast is at 8:05 a.m. Sunday on KKEE 1230-AM titled “Get Rid of Those Mental Demons.” The 10 a.m. Sunday lesson at First Church of Christ, Scientist, 632 11th St., is “Sacrament,” based on Psalms 29:2. Sunday school for children and young adults is at the same time.First LutheranFirst Lutheran Church, on the corner of 33rd Street and Grand Avenue, celebrates Sunday worship at 9:30 a.m. The Rev. John Wecker continues a summer series on the guiding principles of the Christian faith with the message, “Love Changes People.” Hymns include “Change My Heart, O God” and “I the Lord of Sea and Sky.” An attended nursery is available during worship.

On Monday, Venture Crew meets at 7 p.m. Narcotics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Youth Bible study is held at 7 p.m. Tuesday. The church council meets at 7 p.m. Thursday.

Vacation Bible School for children completing kindergarten through fifth grade will be held July 21-25. First Lutheran is handicap accessible with an elevator. For information, call 325-6252, e-mail flcastor@pacifier.com or visit the Web site www.geocities.com/firstlutheranastoriaSeaside Seventh-day AdventistSEASIDE – Pastor Elwood Starr speaks at the 11 a.m. Saturday communion service at the Seaside Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1450 Roosevelt Drive. Sabbath school and Bible study begin at 9:30 a.m.Seaside United MethodistSEASIDE – Seaside United Methodist Church, 241 N. Holladay Drive, holds its Sunday worship at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Daryl Blanksma delivers the message, “Don’t Lose Your Head.” Nursery care is available during worship.

The Hispanic Ministries Team meets at 7 p.m. Tuesday for conversational Spanish. For information, call 738-7562.Astoria First BaptistThe sermon series, “The Astoria Salt and Light Company,” continues in the 11 a.m. Sunday service at Astoria First Baptist Church, Seventh and Commercial streets. The Rev. Jim Green brings the message, “A Wrinkle That Is Hard to Iron Out,” based on 1 Corinthians 5:1-5. John Lum and Dianne Phillips are instrumentalists. Children’s church for students in kindergarten through second grade and nursery care are provided. Jim Jenkins leads the Old Fashioned Sunday Evening Service at 6 p.m., focusing on the gospel of John.

There will be no Crossover or Lost and Found youth groups this week, while Youth Pastor Dave Hite and his wife, Tina, lead a group of eight youth on a mission trip to Haiti July 10-19.

Women’s Bible study group meets at 12:30 p.m. Monday in the Red Carpet Room. Prayer Central, a time of intercessory and personal prayer, meets at 7 p.m. Wednesday. For information, call 325-1761.First Church of the NazareneA Summer Weekend Revival with the Rev. Gerry Alexander takes place this weekend, with services at 7 p.m. today and Saturday, and Sunday worship at 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m. The public is welcome. Sunday school classes for all age groups meet at 9:30 a.m.

Prayer meeting is offered at 7 p.m. Wednesday. For information, call 325-4477.Warrenton Church of the NazareneWARRENTON – Sunday school starts at 9:30 a.m. at Warrenton Church of the Nazarene, 525 N.W. Warrenton Drive. Worship is held at 10:30 a.m., with children’s church available during the sermon on “Prayer, Part 2.” An evening service begins at 6 p.m.

On Wednesday, Bible study for all is offered at 6:30 p.m. and youth group also meets at 6:30.

“SonSeekers” Vacation Bible School is scheduled for July 28 through Aug. 1. For information, call 861-0933.Warrenton ChristianWARRENTON – Sunday services at Warrenton Christian Church, 1376 S.E. Anchor Ave., are at 9 and 11 a.m. Guest speaker is Portland Christian College graduate Steve Maltman. Sunday school meets at 10 a.m. Nursery care is available during both services. Children’s worship is available during the 11 a.m. service.

AA Step Study meets at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday. The middle school and high school youth groups both meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Transportation is available in some areas. For information, call 861-1714.First PresbyterianSunday worship is held at 11 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church, on 11th Street between Grand and Harrison avenues, three blocks above Safeway. The Rev. David Prichard delivers the message, “How Can I Resist Evil?” Worship leader is Becki Haglund-Smith. Greeters are Dorothy and Bonnie Murphy. Coffee hour following the service is hosted by Norma and Fred Novak. Nursery care is available during worship. For information, call 325-1702.St. Mary, Star of the SeaA Vigil Mass is offered at 5 p.m. Saturday at St. Francis de Sales Mission, 867 Fifth Ave., Hammond. Confession is from 3 to 4 p.m. Saturday in Astoria and before Mass in Hammond.

St. Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 1465 Grand Ave., offers Sunday Mass at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m., and at 12:30 p.m. in Spanish. The Knights of Columbus host their monthly breakfast after the morning masses in the Star of the Sea School auditorium.

A communion service is held at 8 a.m. Monday. Weekday masses are at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday and 8 a.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday and at 9 a.m. Saturday. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday.

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