FAITH COMMUNITY NOTES

Area churches list services, concerts and events

Date published: 7/11/2009

SPOTSYLVANIA COUNTY

Bethel Reformed Presbyterian Church, 9304 Onyx Court, will hold a special service tomorrow at 6 p.m., remembering the 500th birthday of the reformer John Calvin. Following a message on Calvin's great theme of the glory of God, the Rev. Stephen Doe will talk about Calvin's life and significance. 540/898-8081.

Branch Fork Baptist Church, 6930 Stubbs Bridge Road, near Lake Anna, will celebrate "Friends and Family Day" tomorrow at 11 a.m. Special guests include the Rev. Chris Manuel and his church. An old-fashioned barbecue picnic with games and other activities will follow the morning service and members are encouraged to share a covered dish. All are welcome to attend. The NAACP King and Queen of Branch Fork Baptist Church will host a "Crowning Glory Celebration of Hats" program July 18 at 3 p.m., with the Mount Zion Men's Choir of Caret featured in a gospel concert. Light refreshments will follow the program. Participants are encouraged to wear a special hat.

Eastland United Methodist Church, 10718 Courthouse Road, will hold Camp E.D.G.E. July 13-17, 6:30-8:30 p.m. for children ages 3-12 years. Reservations requested. 540/898-6430.

Sylvania Heights Baptist Church, 150 Church St., will hold vacation Bible school July 12-17, 6-8:30 p.m., for ages 4 through sixth grade. 540/371-6179.

First New Hope Baptist Church, 4508 Dickerson Road, Partlow, will celebrate Annual Ushers Day tomorrow at 3 p.m., with the Rev. Frederick Sales, pastor of Rising Sun Baptist Church in Louisa as guest speaker and the choir from Rising Sun.

Fredericksburg Baha'i Center, 1101 Caroline St., will host Dr. Jeff Solka who will speak on "The Nature of Time as Explained by Science and Religion," July 13 at 8 p.m. 540/455-4158; bahai.org.

The Usher Ministry of Shiloh Baptist Church (New Site), 525 Princess Anne St., will hold their Annual Day Service tomorrow at 3 p.m. Guest minister will be the Rev. Anthony Jones, pastor of St. Stephens Baptist Church in King George, accompanied by a choir and guest ushers.

Open Door Community Church, 565 White Oak Drive, will hold a one-day vacation Bible school alternative July 18. 540/656-2377; odc church.com/vbs.

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Date published: 7/11/2009