‘The Seven Sayings of Christ on the Cross’ to be heard

Published 5:00 pm Thursday, May 1, 2003

Lewis and Clark Bible

Men’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’s message is “Triumphant Words,” Part 4 of the series, “The Seven Sayings of Christ on the Cross,” in the 11 a.m. Sunday service. Adult Sunday school is held at 9:45 a.m., with Conklin teaching through the book of Daniel. Richard Jeppesen, a missionary with SIM International to West China, will be the guest speaker at the 6 p.m. service. Youth group for teens 12 to 18 and Bible Explorer Club for children 4 to 12 also meet at 6 p.m.

Bible study and prayer are offered at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Women’s Bible study is held at 7 p.m. Thursday. For information, call 325-7011.

Astoria Christian

The Rev. Frank Loyd brings the message, “Finding God’s Refreshing Blessing,” from Acts 3:12-26, at the 10:50 a.m. Sunday service at Astoria Christian Church, 1151 Harrison Ave. The Worship Team leads singing. Jim Osborn gives the communion meditation and Clyde Herndon presents the stewardship thought. Gloria Mathews will greet visitors and members at the door. Sunday school meets at 9:45 a.m. Nursery care is available during both services. This is Food Bank Sunday, and worshipers are encouraged to bring dry goods for the Food Bank. After worship there will be a Koffee Klatsch. Adult home Bible study meets at 7 p.m. at the home of the Loyds, 1140 Harrison Ave.

An adult Bible study meets at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the church. For information, call 325-2591.

Our Saviour’s Lutheran

SEASIDE – Sunday services at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 320 First Ave., are at 8:30 and 11 a.m., with Sunday school for all ages at 9:45 a.m. and Prayer Group at 8 a.m. The sermon, “Openings Available,” is given by the Rev. David Barnet. A potluck will follow the 11 a.m. service. Youth Group meets from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Ecumenical Bible study is offered at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday. Choir practice is held at 7:45 p.m. Wednesday. 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.

First Church of Christ, Scientist

The Christian Science Sentinel radio broadcast is at 8:05 a.m. Sunday on KKEE 1230-AM titled “Freedom from Hatred: A Path to Healing.” The 10 a.m. Sunday lesson at First Church of Christ, Scientist, 632 11th St., is “Everlasting Punishment,” based on Psalms 94:14-15. Sunday school for children and young adults is at the same time.

First United Methodist

The Rev. Dave Kinman preaches “Show Your Colors” at the 11 a.m. Sunday service at the First United Methodist Church, 1076 Franklin Ave. Scripture lessons are from 1 John 3:1-7 and Luke 24:36b-48. Jim Spain is liturgist. The choir sings, “Lift Up Your Heads,” by E.L. Ashford. Bob and Priscilla Gauthier are greeters. Childcare is provided. Sunday school classes for all ages begin at 9:45 a.m. May birthdays are celebrated in the Fellowship Hall after the service. The Chancel Choir presents “Love So Amazing,” a choral meditation on the sacrifice of Christ written by Lani Smith and Roger Summers, at 6:30 p.m. Other favorite hymns and anthems will be sung and accompanied by church instrumentalists. Kinman leads the Brown Bag Lunch Lectionary Bible Study at noon Wednesday in the pastor’s study. Scriptures to read are Psalms 23, Acts 4:5-12, 1 John 3:16-24 and John 10:11-18. For information, call 325-5454 or visit the Web site www.astoriamethodistchurch.org

Astoria Seventh-day Adventist

Saturday services at Astoria Seventh-day Adventist Church, 300 Nehalem Ave., begin with a song service and adult and youth classes at 9:30 a.m. The worship hour starts at 11 a.m. with Pastor Elwood Starr.

Women’s prayer and study meets at 6:30 p.m. Monday. A Bible study, “With Christ in the School of Prayer,” with Pastor Starr is held at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Youth group meets at the pastor’s house at 7 p.m. Friday. For information, call 325-0610.

Bible Baptist

The message in the 10:15 a.m. Sunday service at Bible Baptist Church, 1195 Irving Ave., is “All in the Family?” from John 8:37-40. Communion will be celebrated. Adult Life Studies begin at 9 a.m. with classes for children and teens as well as adults. The youth choir, Witness, will present a concert at the 6 p.m. service. Senior high youth meet at 7:30 p.m.

Junior high youth meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday. The previous weeks service is aired on KKEE at 11 a.m. For information, call 325-2263 or e-mail bbcast@pacifier.com

Peace Lutheran

The Friday Music Club offers a concert of traditional and contemporary vocal and instrumental music at 7 p.m. at Peace Lutheran Church, 12th and Exchange streets. The concert is free and open to the public.

Peace Lutheran Church holds worship at 9 and 11 a.m. Sunday school and adult study begin at 10:10 a.m. The Rev. Ron Zschoche leads the adult study on the Beatitudes.

The study of the Book of Acts continues at 7 p.m. Tuesday as the Rev. Zschoche wraps up the study on the beginnings of the Christian Church and the journeys of Paul and the disciples.

Pioneer Presbyterian

WARRENTON – 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., followed by worship at 10 a.m. led by the Rev. Doug Rich. Lector is Jerry Whalen. Greeters are Ann and Rob Mangold. Lila and Ron Collman host coffee hour. Children are dismissed to church school after the children’s message. For information, call 861-2421.

Unity by the Pacific

MANZANITA – The Rev. Kathleen McKevitt speaks on “The ‘I’ of the Storm” at the 10:30 a.m. Sunday meeting of Unity by the Pacific at the Pine Grove Community House, 225 Laneda. A fellowship time follows.

Cannon Beach Bible

CANNON BEACH – The Continental Breakfast Class (CBC) meets at 9:30 a.m. Sunday at Cannon Beach Bible Church, 264 Hills Lane, taking the Sunset exit from U.S. Highway 101. Sunday’s worship starts at 10:45 a.m. and continues the study of the New Testament book of Hebrews, Chapter 10, “Shadows and Substance.” Communion will be served. The evening fellowship, “The Gathering,” begins 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 are offered at 10 a.m. Wednesday. Women’s home Bible study led by Janice Haskell on the first 11 chapters of Genesis meets at 2 p.m. Thursday. Call the church for details. For information, call (503) 436-2786, visit www.pacifier.com/~matero or e-mail matero@pacifier.com

Great Vow Zen Monastery

CLATSKANIE – 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.

A weekend retreat, “Introduction to Zen,” is offered May 9-11. Participants will experience the basics of a meditation retreat, following a monastic schedule. Elements to be covered include basic meditation techniques, posture, breathing, formal meals and facing obstructions in meditation. For information, call (503) 728-0654.

Our Father’s Well

WARRENTON – Intercessory prayer is offered at 7 p.m. today and a women’s fellowship time is offered at 1 p.m. Saturday at Our Father’s Well, a ministry based on Ephesians 4:11, at 675 S.E. Marlin Ave., next to Dairy Queen.

Sunday school for all ages begins at 10:30 a.m. with praise and worship offered at 11:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. The Sunday message is “Arise My Darling, My Beautiful One, and Come with Me,” from Canticles 2:10-13. Communion will be served. An informal service with prayer and ministry is held at 6 p.m.

Prayer meetings are held at 7 p.m. Tuesday and Friday. Teen meeting is held at 7:30 p.m. Thursday. For information, call 861-0197, fax 861-1737, e-mail ourfatherswell@coastlandscm.org or visit the Web site www.coastlandscm.org

Coastline Christian Fellowship

WARRENTON – Coastline Christian Fellowship, a Calvary Chapel on the corner of Third Street and Main Avenue, pastored by Jason Biel, holds Sunday services at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Worship and communion are offered at 7 p.m.

Women’s Bible study will be held at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Warrenton City Park, weather permitting. Bible study is offered at 7 p.m. Thursday. Children’s ministry is available during all services. For information, call 861-1378.

Bethany Free Lutheran

The Sunday school youth go bowling at 3 p.m. Saturday at Lower Columbia Bowl.

Sunday school begins at 9:30 a.m. for all ages at Bethany Free Lutheran Church, 451 34th St. The Rev. Craig Johnson’s sermon for the 11 a.m. Confirmation Sunday service is “What Jesus Wants,” from John 21:15-17. Being confirmed on Sunday are eighth-graders Mitchell Zschoche, David Moberg and Ryan and Paul Isom. Childcare is provided. Youth group meets at 6 p.m.

The John Jacob Astor Elementary School Good News Club meets at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday. Bible study and prayer are offered at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Men’s prayer meets at 6 a.m. Thursday. At 6 p.m. Thursday, a family mission night will begin with a salad buffet. Guest speakers are Paul and Becky Abel, missionaries to Brazil. For information, call 325-2925.

Warrenton First Baptist

WARRENTON – Men’s Bible reading time is 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. An evening communion service is held at 6 p.m.

Men’s fellowship meets at 7 p.m. Monday. The 7 p.m. Tuesday Bible study features the book of Job, taught by Bussert. On Wednesday, Bible study for high school and young adults is offered at 5:30 p.m., followed by prayer meeting at 7 p.m. and choir practice 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.

Philadelphia

HAMMOND – Sunday worship is held at 10:30 a.m. at Philadelphia Church, 796 Pacific Drive. Adult classes begin at 9:30 a.m. Nursery service is provided for children up to 3 years old.

Philadelphia Church also hosts North Coast Christian School, which offers academics for grades K-4 to 12th grade and athletic teams for junior high. For information or to register your student, call 861-3333.

Grace Episcopal

The third Sunday of Easter will be celebrated Sunday at Grace Episcopal Church, 1545 Franklin Ave., with services at 8 and 10 a.m. The Rev. Richard Loop leads services assisted by lay eucharistic ministers Jewell Benford and Michael Henderson, organist Carol Abraham, lectors Joyce Nelson and Maureen Sundstrom and ushers and greeters James and Marilyn Maher and Chris and Jeanette Hayward. Sunday school classes for preschool through junior high and nursery care are offered during the 10 a.m. service. Coffee hour in the Parish Hall follows the 10 a.m. service. The Sunday Book Study Group meets at 7 p.m. in the Vestry Room.

The bi-weekly morning Bible study class gathers with Michael Henderson at 9 a.m. Monday in the Parish Hall, followed by the Worship Committee meeting at 10:30 a.m. The Community Grief Support Group meets at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. The mid-week worship will take place at 7 p.m. Wednesday, followed by choir practice. There will be a Red Cross Blood Drive in the Parish Hall from 1:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday. For information regarding the blood drive, call Charles Iverson at 738-6801 or 440-1329. For information regarding church services or events, call 325-4691 or e-mail grace@pacifier.com

Seaside Seventh-day Adventist

SEASIDE – Kruparao Kancharla will present the message at the 11 a.m. Saturday worship at Seaside Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1450 N. Roosevelt Drive. He will share highlights from his recent trip to India. Sabbath school begins at 9:30 a.m. and the Bible study will be “Forgiveness and Guilt.”

Friends

An unprogrammed Friends (Quaker) worship group meets at 11 a.m. Sunday at the Lower Columbia Clinic, 595 18th St. 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.

First Assembly of God

The 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 Saints

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints meets at 10 a.m. Sunday for sacrament meeting. At 11:20 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 New Testament. At 12:10 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 God

WARRENTON – The youth group gathers at 7 p.m. today at Calvary Assembly of God, 1365 S. Main Ave.

Pastor Jeremy Siebert leads the 10:30 a.m. Sunday celebration. An attended nursery, preschool and primary classes are offered during worship.

At 7 p.m. Wednesday, adult Bible study is held and Royal Rangers and Missionettes meet. For information, call 861-1712.

Immanuel Lutheran

KNAPPA – Sunday worship begins at 9 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church, on the corner of U.S. Highway 30 and Valley Creek Lane, one-half a mile east of The Logger restaurant. The Rev. Carl Hansen leads the service. The Sunday school breakfast is held at 10 a.m.

Adult Bible study is offered at 10 a.m. Thursday.

Astoria Seventh-day Adventist

Saturday’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.

Baha’i’ Faith/Clatsop County

A study circle, “Raising the Call,” for those interested in learning to effectively teach the Baha’i’ Faith, is held at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at the Baha’i’ Resource Center, 92664 Claremont Road. For information, call 325-4362. For current events and news of the Baha’i’ Community of Clatsop County, visit the Web site bahai.homestead.com

Baha’i’ Faith/Astoria

A nondenominational devotional service, “Wings of Words,” with the theme, “The Immortal Soul,” is held at noon Sunday at the Baha’i’ Library, 584 Eighth St. A coffee and tea social will follow the service. An interfaith devotional meeting is held from 7 to 8 p.m. 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 the Baha’i’ Library, 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 Congregational United Church of Christ

Worship begins at 9:30 a.m. at the First Congregational United Church of Christ, 820 Alameda Ave., across from Capt. Robert Gray Elementary School.

Abounding Life Family Fellowship

Young adults meet at 7:30 p.m. today at the home of Pastor Toby Downes for game night. Attendees should bring finger food.

Pastor Toby Downes leads Sunday services beginning with prayer at 9:30 a.m. and a hospitality and fellowship time at 9:45 a.m. at the Comfort Inn and Suites conference room, 3420 Lief Erikson Drive. Worship begins at 10 a.m.

Youth Bible study is offered at 5 p.m. Thursday. Those attending should bring a sack supper. Also on Thursday, Clatsop County Puppeteers will meet at 5:30 p.m. at the instructor’s home, and casual Bible study is offered at 7 p.m. at the Comfort Inn and Suites conference room, with hospitality and fellowship time beginning at 6:30 p.m. For information, call 717-8202.

North Coast Family Fellowship

SEASIDE – A Big Barn Sale is held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at 88921 U.S. Highway 101 as a fund raiser for the women’s retreat.

Sunday services at North Coast Family Fellowship, 2245 N. Wahanna Road, begin at 9:30 a.m. with spiritual growth classes for all ages. Adult electives are “Starting Out Strong in the Christian Life,” “Parenting Adolescents and “The Seven Most Important Questions You’ll Ever Answer.” Worship begins at 10:45 a.m. and includes contemporary music and Bible teaching by Pastor John Nagle. Full care nursery and children’s activities are available during the service. Prayer meeting takes place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The high school youth group, ASYLUM, meets from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

On Tuesday, Play and Share Group for moms with their babies and preschoolers meets from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and the middle school youth group, RUSH, meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. On Wednesday, the Awana awards night is held from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. and men’s Bible study is held at 7 p.m. Senior adult ministry meets at 9:30 a.m. Thursday. A Play and Share Group meets from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Friday. For information, call 738-7453.

Center for Spiritual Living of the North Coast

Center 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. The Rev. Ann Robben Dott speaks on “The Myth of Karma,” and a potluck follows the service.

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.org

Seaside United Methodist

SEASIDE – Seaside United Methodist Church, 241 N. Holladay Drive, holds its Sunday worship at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Ron Crandall is guest preacher with the message, “Living Stones.” Sunday school classes for children are offered during worship and nursery care is also available. The adult Bible study meets at 9:30 a.m. A Cinco de Mayo celebration and potluck will follow the service, with the community welcome to attend. The children rehearse for the musical, “Down by the Creek Bank,” at 4 p.m. The Ecumenical Youth Fellowship meets at 5:30 p.m. at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church.

The Hispanic Ministries Team meets at 7 p.m. Tuesday for a Spanish refresher course. United Methodist Women hold their May general meeting and potluck at noon Wednesday, celebrating women 80 and older. The choir rehearses at 7 p.m. Thursday. For information, call 738-7562.

Warrenton Christian

WARRENTON – Sunday services at Warrenton Christian Church, 1376 S.E. Anchor Ave., are at 9 and 11 a.m. Lee Turner, a missionary from Key Communications, will bring the sermon. 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.

Faith Lutheran

SEASIDE – The second annual Faith School Auction begins at 6 p.m. Saturday at Broadway Middle School. Childcare will be available at the church. Proceeds benefit the school and a portion of the funds raised will be matched by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans.

The Rev. Joseph Leas leads the 10:30 a.m. Sunday service at Faith Lutheran Church, 1115 Broadway. Sunday Morning Family Hour begins at 9:15 a.m. in church for prayer and song, followed by children’s Sunday school. Adults remain in the sanctuary for a topical discussion led by the Rev. Leas. Transportation arrangements are available.

The Christian Book Club meets at 3:30 p.m. Monday. Women’s Bible study is offered at noon Wednesday. For information, call 738-7223.

Pacific Unitarian Universalist Fellowship

Worship begins at 11 a.m. Sunday at the First Congregational Church of Astoria, 820 Alameda Ave., across from Capt. Robert Gray Elementary School. The Rev. David Maynard leads the service, “The Courage to Change the Things We Can.” Families and children are welcome, and 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 First Baptist

“Living Out of the Shaker – When the Salt of the Earth Meets the Needs of the World,” is the message at Astoria First Baptist Church, Seventh and Commercial streets, in the 11 a.m. Sunday service. The Rev. Jim Green uses Matthew 5:13-16 and Colossians 4:1-6 as the basis for the message. John Lum and Dianne Phillips are instrumentalists. The Lord’s Table will be shared. Children’s church for elementary school children and nursery care are provided. Sunday school begins at 9:45 a.m. Youth Pastor Dave Hite leads “Crossover,” a youth group for high school students, at 5:30 p.m. An Old Fashioned Sunday Evening Service begins at 6 p.m., continuing the study of “Biblical Forgiveness.”

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 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. “Lost and Found,” a youth group for middle school students, also meets at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. For information, call 325-1761.

First Lutheran

First Lutheran Church, on the corner of 33rd Street and Grand Avenue, celebrates the third Sunday after Easter with worship at 8:30 and 11 a.m. Guest worship leader is the Rev. Norm Nelson. The Senior Choir sings “Christ Is Risen.” An attended nursery is available during worship. Sunday school for all ages starts at 9:45 a.m.

On Monday, a discussion group on “The Purpose Driven Life” meets for a light supper at 5 p.m., and Venture Crew and Narcotics Anonymous both meet at 7 p.m. At 7 p.m. Tuesday, the First Lutheran Church Women host a Women’s Dessert and youth Bible study meets. On Wednesday, adult Bible study is offered at 9 a.m.; the Children’s Ministry Team gathers at 3:30 p.m. Also on Wednesday, the NA group meets at 7 p.m. and Senior Choir practice is at 7:30 p.m. On Thursday, the Social Awareness Committee meets at 4:30 p.m. and the Handbell Choir and Ruth Circle both meet at 7 p.m. An NA group meets at 7 p.m. Friday. 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/firstlutheranastoria

First Church of the Nazarene

Buddy Liles, formerly of the Florida Boys Gospel Quartet, will be in concert at 7 p.m. today at First Church of the Nazarene, Seventh Street and Niagara Avenue. The public is welcome.

The Rev. Ken Jagger’s message in the 10:45 a.m. Sunday worship is “We Will Give Ourselves to Prayer.” Sunday school classes for all age groups meet at 9:30 a.m. The 6 p.m. Evening Praise Service focuses on “The Armor of God,” with the message, “Pray Without Ceasing.”

Prayer meeting, youth fellowship and Odyssey for children are offered at 7 p.m. Wednesday. For information, call 325-4477.

First Presbyterian

Communion Sunday 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 shares the message, “Who Is Jesus?” as preparation for the ALPHA course beginning in September. Worship leader is Gary Pedersen. Greeters are Shirley and Lowell Wiley. Coffee hour following the service is hosted by Lorraine, Pete and Deb Gimre. Sunday school for all ages is held at 9:45, with kindergarten through seventh-grade classes meeting on the Sanctuary level and the adult class in the parlor of the Fellowship Hall upstairs. Nursery care is available during Sunday school and worship. For information, call 325-1702.

Warrenton United Methodist

WARRENTON – The Rev. Rhoda Pittman Markus fills the pulpit in the 11 a.m. Invite-A-Friend Sunday worship at Warrenton United Methodist Church, 679 S.W. Main Ave. Her sermon, “Peace Be With You!” is taken from Luke 24:36b-48. Karen Beck and Nettie Blair are liturgists. The Rev. Delores Hodney will accompany on piano. For information, call 861-0825.

St. Mary, Star of the Sea

The Star of the Sea School “Blaze a Trail” Auction is held Saturday at the school, 1411 Grand Ave., starting with a silent auction at 4 p.m., hearty Western meal at 6:30 and live auction at 7 p.m. A 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.

A communion service is held at 8 a.m. Monday and 9 a.m. May 9. Weekday masses are at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, 9 a.m. Wednesday and 8 a.m. Thursday.

At 7 p.m. Wednesday is RCIA and middle and high school religious education.

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