Faith Calendar

EVENTS

Bazaar: Faith Lutheran Church holds its annual holiday bazaar, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 15 at 6708 Cady Road, Everett. Handmade crafts, gift items, quilts, baked goods, raffle, lunch, Granny’s Attic and more. Proceeds benefit Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish County, Lutheran World Hunger Relief, Hands for Peacemaking, Bethany of the Northwest and the South Everett Neighborhood Center.

Bazaar: Spirit of Grace United Methodist Church holds its annual Homemade Holiday Bazaar, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 15 at 3530 Colby Ave., Everett. Bakery items, jams, handmade gifts, candy, decorations, free trade coffee beans from Guatemala, and Guatemalan handwork items. Homemade lunch available for $5. Proceeds benefit local missions supported by United Methodist Women.

Solar workshop: A free solar energy workshop will be held at 2 p.m. Nov. 15 at Edmonds Lutheran Church, 23525 84th Ave. W. More info: 425-744-8090.

Haiti presentation: The Rev. Daniel Paul will be visiting Lamb of God Lutheran Church on Nov. 16, preaching during the 10:15 a.m. service and giving a presentation afterwards at 12:30 p.m. about his ministry in Haiti, including an orphanage, primary school, church and church plant. The event is open to the public. The church is at 3923 103rd Ave. SE, Lake Stevens. More info: 425-377-2173.

Organ dedication: St. Philip’s Episcopal Church in Marysville invites the public to a dedication of its newly installed 1951 Moller organ, 3 p.m. Nov. 16. The church is at 4312 84th St. NE. Refreshments to follow. There will be music by Halden Alexander Toy, David Spring and the Trinity Episcopal Choir, Trio Affectuoso, Mike Gagnon and Liz Van Dyke. More info: www.saint-philips.org.

Concert: Rachel and the Holywaters perform a benefit concert, 6 p.m. Nov. 16, for the historic restoration of Everett’s Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2531 Hoyt Ave. Free admission; freewill offering for restoration project. Reception to follow with the musical group’s album available for $5. More info: 425-252-3757.

Bazaar: The Bali Bazaar, to benefit the nonprofit My Father’s Home orphanage, is set for 7 p.m. Nov. 21 and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 22 at Cross View Church, 604 Avenue C, Snohomish. Handcrafted items from Bali, including wooden items, baskets, jewelry, purses, silk scarves, toys, decorations and more. All proceeds benefit the orphanage, which is administered by Kim and Brian Boyer of Snohomish. The Friday preview sale includes a presentation on the mission. More info: www.myfathershome.net.

Thanksgiving dinner: Westgate Chapel offers a free community Thanksgiving dinner, with seatings at 11 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Nov. 27. The church is at 22901 Edmonds Way, Edmonds. No reservations are required for dinner. Limited transportation is available by reservation (call 425-775-2776 by Nov. 24). Dinner, entertainment, raffles, crafts, bingo, family photos, food and clothing bank. More info: www.westgatechapel.com.

SERVICES

Evergreen Unitarian Universalist: Evergreen Unitarian Universalist Fellowship meets next at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 16. The Rev. Carmen TenEyck-McDowell’s sermon, “We Would Be One,” invites us to share stories of our ancestors and learn how the Unitarians and Universalists came together to create something new. More info: evergreenuu.org or 360-659-6621.

Spirit of Grace: The Rev. Kim Poole speaks Nov. 16 on “‘Just Because’ Giving” at Spirit of Grace United Methodist Church, 3530 Colby Ave., Everett. Service time is 10:30 a.m. More info: 425-259-7233.

Unity Everett: The Rev. Julie Montague’s Nov. 16 message is “The Difference Between Worship and WorthShip.” Service is at 10 a.m. at Everett Unity Center for Positive Living, 3231 Colby Ave. More info: 425-258-2244, www.everettunity.org.

Unity Lynnwood: Guest Speaker Rabbi Ted Falcon will present Nos. 3 and 4 of “The Amazing Beatitudes” on Nov. 16 with guest musician Kevin Benedict. Services are at 9 and 11 a.m. at 16727 Alderwood Mall Parkway. More info: 425-741-7172 or www.unityinlynnwood.org.

MEETINGS, CLASSES

Surviving the Holidays: Mountain View Presbyterian Church presents a seminar “Surviving the Holidays,” 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Nov. 15, to help grieving individuals cope as well as discover new reasons to again enjoy this time of year. The public is invited to attend no matter how long it has been since their loved one died. Registration recommended. Workbooks are $4 at the door. The church is at 5115 100th St. NE, Marysville. More info: 360-659-7777, stephanie@mtvpc.org.

Apologetics Forum: The next meeting of the Apologetics Forum of Snohomish County is set for 7 p.m. Nov. 21 at Atonement Free Lutheran Church, 6905 172nd St. NE, Arlington. John Byl, professor emeritus at Trinity Western University, will give a lecture on “War of the Worldviews: Christianity vs. Naturalism.” Refreshments, books and DVDs. More info: apologeticsforum.org.

Talmud class: “Explorations in the Talmud” is a 10-week course to be held at 7:15 p.m. Wednesdays starting Nov. 26 at Chabad Jewish Center of Snohomish County, 19626 76th Ave. W., Suite B, Lynnwood. Registration required. More info: www.jewishsnohomish.com.

Celebrate Recovery: Mukilteo Four Square hosts a Celebrate Recovery group 6-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Free dinner, large group teaching and testimony, small gender-based share groups, kids church. “Open to all who have hurts, habits, and hang-ups.” The church is at 4424 Chennault Beach Road. More info: mukilteofoursquare.org.

Chenrezig study group: The Chenrezig Project, Florida’s fastest-growing Tibetan Buddhist study and practice group, has expanded to Snohomish County. The Chenrezig Project meets 7-8:45 p.m. Tuesdays in Monroe. More info: info@chenrezigproject.org.

Women’s Bible study: A woman’s Bible study of “In One Thousand Gifts” by Ann Voskamp, led by Nell Waldrop, is held 10:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Nov. 18, at Gospel Light Church, 2801 Rockefeller Ave., Everett. This study invites women to embrace God’s blessings and develop a lifestyle of gratitude and service for others. The study started Sept. 30. More info: 425-252-8244.

Meditation: Teachings and guided meditations in practical Buddhist methods for happiness are held 7-8:15 p.m. Wednesdays in room 311 of the Everett Public Market Building, 2804 Grand Ave., Everett. Enter through Sno-Isle Food Co-op (take elevator). Suggested donation is $10, $5 for seniors, students and the unemployed. More info: 206-526-9565.

Journey with Jesus: Immaculate Conception/Our Lady of Perpetual Help offers “Growing Together in Faith Through the Catechism” classes from 7-8:30 p.m. the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month in Hensen Hall, 2619 Cedar St., Everett. Each meeting stands on its own. More info: 425-349-7014.

River of Life: Free classes are offered at River of Life Community Church, 5218 S. Second Ave., Everett. A personal finance class, “War on Debt,” is held 12-1 p.m. the first and third Saturdays of the month. Community garden planning sessions are at 1 p.m. the first and third Saturdays. Other classes also are available. The classes are free, but donations to the church food bank are encouraged.

GriefShare, Everett: Northshore Christian Church hosts the support group at 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Dec. 2. Child care is provided at the evening session; RSVP required. The church is at 5700 23rd Drive W., Everett. More info: 425-407-1119, www.northshorechristian.org.

GriefShare, Snohomish: Cross View Church hosts the support group 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays in its library at 604 Ave. C E., Snohomish. Cost is $20. Scholarships available. To register or for more information, call 360-568-5886.

Sharing the Caring: Spiritual support group meets at 6 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month at Mountain View Presbyterian Church, 5115 100th St. NE in Marysville. More info: 360-659-7777 or Katie at 360-653-0167.

Independent Bible Study: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Christian Science Reading Room, 1718 Broadway, Everett. More info: 425-252-9182.

Christian businessmen: The Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship in America Everett chapter meets from 6-8 a.m. Wednesdays in the cafe at the Holiday Inn, 3105 Pine St. More info: Tony, 206-948-7318.

Arts and crafts: Immaculate Conception/Our Lady of Perpetual Health holds a No Disabled Souls art class, 7-8:30 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays of the month. Class is held in Hensen Hall’s Green Room at 2619 Cedar St., Everett. More info: Carlene Nelson, 425-355-3138.

MEALS, CLOTHING

Friday Night Outreach: Hot meals, sandwiches, fruit, clothes and haircuts are offered 5-6:30 p.m. Fridays at First Baptist Church, 1616 Pacific Ave., Everett. Toiletries twice a month. More info: 425-259-9166.

Clothing, Clearview: A free clothing bank with clothing for men, women and children is open 10 a.m.-noon the first Tuesday of each month at the Clearview Gospel Hall, 17826 180th St. SE, Snohomish. More info: Dawn, 360-668-0836.

Clothing, Lake Stevens: Sanctuary Ministries provides gently used clothes 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Thursdays in its Care Center at 15533 75th St. NE, between Lake Stevens and Granite Falls. Limit two bags per visit. Donations welcome. More info: 360-386-9871.

Clothing, Marysville: Kloz 4 Kidz is a free clothing resource center for kids in north Snohomish County. Open three days a week. Located behind Marysville United Methodist Church, 5600 64th St. NE. Call for an appointment: 360-658-1021.

Loaves and Fishes: A free community supper is offered 4-6 p.m. Tuesdays at Sultan Community United Methodist Church, 212 Birch St., Sultan.

Community kitchen: 4:30-6 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays at St. John’s, 913 Second Ave., Snohomish. More info: 360-568-4622.

The Table: A community dinner at 6 p.m. Thursdays at Mountain View Church, 9015 44th Drive NE, Marysville. Children welcome. More info: 360-659-0445.

Community meals, Faith Lutheran: 5-6:30 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at Faith Lutheran Church, 6708 Cady Road, Everett.

Meals, clothes: Gold Creek Community Church provides a free hot meal and sack lunches, 5-6 p.m. the first, third and fifth Sunday of the month at Central Lutheran Church, 2702 Rockefeller Ave., Everett.

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