June 30, 2008Video of Cave Spring grad training as cantorial singer In last week's SWoCo, we told you about Amanda Winter, a 2002 graduate of Cave Spring High School who is headed this summer to Israel, where she will train to become a cantorial singer. In today's Roanoke Times, religion writer Rob Johnson has a longer story on Amanda, as well as this video. Photo by Eric Brady June 27, 2008St. John makes a "splash" in Africa This year, St. John Lutheran Church in Southwest Roanoke County used its annual Vacation Bible School to make a big “splash” in a community halfway around the world. They collected money for the construction of new water wells in Zambia, a country just a little bigger than Texas in South Central Africa. Their efforts were the result of the church's connection to Orphan Medical Network International (OMNI), a faith-based, non-profit organization that provides educational, subsistence and medical support for struggling villages. Two years ago, president and co-founder of OMNI, Karen ReMine and her husband Dr. Steve ReMine joined St. John. Since then, the church has been heavily involved in the organization’s overseas efforts. St. John is now instrumental to the child sponsorship program, which helps the 155 children attending OMNI George School. The school accepts students who are too poor to pay the yearly $12 uniform fee required to attend public school in Zambia. “100 to 110 children are supported by individual families at St. John who donate $30 a month,” said ReMine. June 25, 2008Garst Mill church will ordain second pastor in church historyHere's news from the Garst Mill Orthodox Presbyterian Church: The Garst Mill Orthodox Presbyterian Church, 3739 Willetta Dr., will pass a major milestone this coming Saturday as the Presbytery of the Southeast ordains Mr. Tim McClymonds to the gospel ministry and installs him as pastor of the church. The soon-to-be Rev. McClymonds will be the church's second pastor in its nearly 35 year history. The service of ordination and installation will take place at the church building at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, June 28. The following day at the 11 a.m. service, Rev. McClymonds will preach a sermon on Isaiah 6:1-7 entitled "Isaiah's Consecration to Service," followed by the celebration of the Lord's Supper. The sermon title for the church's 6:30 PM service is "When Spiritual Ears Grow Dull," and is based on Hebrews 5:11-14. If you have church news from Southwest Roanoke County, you can share it at news@swo-co.com June 10, 2008Vacation Bible School to be held at Cave Spring United Methodist ChurchJulia Greer, Director of Program Ministries at Cave Spring United Methodist Church wants those in Southwest County to join their Beach Party - Surfin' Through the Scriptures- the week of June 22-26, 2008. The fun begins with a light supper each evening at 5:15 followed by classes and activities for 3 year olds through adults from 6:00-8:30 pm. There will be a nursery for younger children. Call the church office at 989-3673 to register. There is no charge for the supper or program. Cave Spring United Methodist Church is located at 4505 Hazel Dr., off of Colonial Ave. behind the Brambleton Kroger Store. May 30, 2008More singles events coming up!Tonight, join in on some singles fellowship at Bonsack Baptist Church. Bonsack Baptist and Carolyn Krishna will host a barbecue in the Fellowship Hall at 6:40 p.m. Those who plan to attend will need to bring a side dish and dessert. A video will also be show featuring Francis Chan from the Cornerstone Church in Simi Valley, California on "Joy". A Dessert Comedy Evening for singles featuring Scott Gregory on Friday, June 13 at the Vinton War Memorial at 814 E. Washington Avenue in Vinton. First Baptist Church is sponsoring this event. The show will begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $12 in advance, $20 at the door. Tickets can be ordered here or call 224-3380. Any questions can be directed to Carolyn at 977-5701. May 7, 2008Church of the Holy Spirit breaks ground for new sanctuary Church of the Holy Spirit recently broke ground for a new sanctuary on Merriman Road. The new sanctuary will seat approximately 1,000 worshippers and will allow the congregation to convert their current sanctuary into a large Fellowship Hall. The Rev. Quigg Lawrence emphasized that “this new facility is not something we need. We all already have our seats. We are building this for people who are not yet disciples and followers of Jesus.” Photo by Fred Hogrefe Continue reading "Church of the Holy Spirit breaks ground for new sanctuary" » May 6, 2008Penn Forest Worship Center to hold yard saleHousehold items, toys, puzzles, books, some clothing will be on sale at Penn Forest Worship Center on Friday May 16, and Saturday, May 17 on Chaparral Drive SW from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Continue reading "Penn Forest Worship Center to hold yard sale" » May 2, 2008Christian Singles Events coming upDonna Kennedy is getting a group of Christian singles together to attend the Salem Avalanche game on Sunday at 2 p.m. Those interested can contact her at dken1961@yahoo.com. Also, celebrate Christmas in July with other singles at the Blue Ridge Dinner Theatre. April 30, 2008Cave Spring Baptist will mark National Day of Prayer ThursdayOn Thursday May 1, all over the world, folks will be participating in the National Day of Prayer. Cave Spring Baptist Church will be opening beginning at 6 a.m. on Thursday for individuals to come and pray. The church will also host a prayer vigil service at 6 p.m. to conclude the day. Cave Spring Baptist Church is located at 4873 Brambleton Avenue. Continue reading "Cave Spring Baptist will mark National Day of Prayer Thursday" » April 24, 2008May Friendship Day is May 2May 2 is Church Women United in the Roanoke Valley May Friendship Day at Our Lady of Nazareth Catholic Church on Electric Road. Registration will begin at 9:30 a.m. with welcome and Bible study at 10:15 and a business meeting at 10:45 a.m. The program will begin at 11 a.m. with the theme "God's Wisdom Inspires Hospitality." The annual offering for the Fellowship of the Least Coin will be collected. A luncheon will follow in the Fellowship Hall. The cost is $5 per person. To make reservations call, Rita Harris at 774-0066, ext. 10 no later than Tuesday, April 29. Church Women United (CWU) is a Christian women’s movement representing Protestant, Roman Catholic, Orthodox and other Christian women, founded in 1941. CWU holds three annual worship celebrations, one being May Friendship Day. May Friendship Day was first observed in 1933 and focuses on "creative and healing relationships" that exist in local communities. April 15, 2008Senior Fair helps seniors stay healthy About one hundred people turned out for the Senior Fair at Our Lady of Nazareth Catholic Church on Tuesday, April 8 sponsored by their Health Ministry for senior citizens of the Roanoke Valley and their families. The event was free and 31 vendors were present, plus the Car-Fit event
April 10, 2008Yard sale at Valley Community Church, Divine Science Saturday Looking for a new outfit or that perfect vase to sit on the living room coffee table, but don't want to spend a fortune? Well, the Valley Community Church, Divine Science may have something for your closet or home. From 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday the church will have clothes from small to 3XL that members of their church bought or donated to be sold at the sale, including over a thousand other items. Continue reading "Yard sale at Valley Community Church, Divine Science Saturday" » Game Night for Singles on Saturday, April 26Calling all singles! There is now a way you can meet other singles in your area and have fun at the same time. Continue reading "Game Night for Singles on Saturday, April 26" » April 4, 2008Church to sponsor Senior Fair on April 8The Health Ministry at Our Lady of Nazareth Catholic Church will sponsor a Senior Fair on Tuesday, April 8, for the senior citizens of the Roanoke Valley and their families from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The fair will be held in the Fellowship Hall of Our Lady of Nazareth Catholic Church on Electric Road. The event is free and open to the public. Several area organizations and businesses will be in attendance. Everyone participating provides a service or services that are specific to seniors and/or their families. Carilion will be holding a program, "CarFit," in the church parking lot at the same time. This program will help make sure seniors fit their cars and have what they need to drive safely. To register for this program, please call 266-6000. March 28, 2008India Children's Choir to sing at Cave Spring BaptistThe India Children's Choir, on a 10-month tour of the United States, will perform at 6:30 p.m. April 11 at Cave Spring Baptist Church, 4873 Brambleton Ave. S.W. To read more about the choir's motivation for singing, click here. |
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