Faith TODAY

BULLETIN BOARD SERVICE The religious community’s bulletin board of activities appears each Saturday in The Herald.

• McKillop United Church Annual Fall Fair will take place Oct. 14 from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at 2329 15 Ave. S., featuring a garage sale as well as used books, used toys, homemade baking, freshly made fruit-crisp and take-home pizza. A Kids Fun Fair starts at 10 a.m. with a balloon artist, face painting, craft, games and cotton candy. Food concession will serve popcorn, hot dogs, and pop. Or come to Trevor’s Breakfast hosted by Reverend Trevor Potter; the breakfast is by donation and will run from 8-10 a.m. A Country Luncheon will take place from 11:30 a.m.1 p.m. (by donation).

• Six O’clock in the Chapel, an evening Vesper service with beautiful music, will be held Oct. 14 at 6 p.m. in Buchanan Chapel at Southminster United Church, featuring reflections by Rev. James Grunden; musical guest is Monica Baczuk, flute. This brief and intimate service is open to everyone. Please enter at the chapel doors, 1011 4 Ave. S.

• Contemplatio will take place Oct. 15 at 7:30 p.m. at the Martha Retreat Centre, featuring ecumenical, meditative, multilingual, musical devotion, based on the music and style of the French ecumenical religious community of Taizé, a world-renowned centre of pilgrimage and prayer. The group meets September through June on the third Sunday of each month. All are invited and welcome. For further information, email contemplatio.me@gmail.com or call Michael Ebsworth, 403-327-3473 or 403308-1251.

• Southminster United Church’s next monthly labyrinth events will take place

Oct. 16 at 6:30 p.m., led by Veriditas certified facilitator Nancy Fabro. A handout on labyrinth terminology to help understand the basics about labyrinths will be provided; followed by a meditative walk. Open to the public; enter through the west office doors at 1011 4 Ave. S. By donation. For more information, call the church office at 403-327-3404.

• All women are invited to a brunch and program Oct. 17 at 9:30 a.m. at Luigi’s Banquet Room. Enjoy shopping at the fall fair, and beautiful music and inspirational message of Cindy Palin, an author and songwriter from Olds. Cost is $15 per person. Reservations can be made by calling Jane at 403-223-1435 or Sylvia at 403-416-5075. Cancellations necessary by Oct. 16. Sponsored by Taber Christian Women’s affiliated with RSVP Ministries Canada. Everyone is welcome.

• Oasis Day, Oct. 17, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Martha Retreat Centre. This is an opportunity to be, to rest, and to be with your God as you ponder the many lessons the season of autumn offers a person. Facilitator: Theresa Parker, CSM. For information or to register, phone 403328-3422 or email marthare@telusplanet.net.

• Introductory Workshop on Centering Prayer will be offered at Martha Retreat Centre, Oct. 21, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This Christian Prayer form is a way of letting go, and growing in the ability to wait upon and rest in God’s presence. The day provides input, the practice of centering prayer and discussion. Facilitator: Pat Boehm. For information or to register, phone 403-328-3422 or email marthare@telusplanet.net.

• Immanuel Lutheran Church, 20 Rocky Mountain Blvd. W., will host a public screening of the full-length dramatic film “Martin Luther: The Idea that Changed the World,” Oct. 21 at 2 p.m. in celebration of the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. Everyone welcome. The congregation will also be observing the 500th anniversary with a special celebration event Oct. 29 at 2:30 p.m. You, your family and friends and community members are invited to attend. Special guests for this event are the University of Lethbridge Choir. Please note there will only be one morning service on Oct. 29 at 11 a.m.

• St. Ambrose Catholic Women’s League will host a Turkey Supper Oct. 22 from 4-6 p.m. at St. Joseph School, 1413 23 Ave., Coaldale. Adults and takeout: $15; 6-10 years: $7. 50/50 tickets $1. Everyone welcome.

• Bridge City Bells is a community choir whose members ring English hand bells. The choir meets Mondays at First Baptist Church (17 Street and 5 Avenue South) from 1:15-2:45 p.m. They are in need of a few new ringers; no experience or musical background is necessary and all are welcome to join. Contact Lucy at 403-360-6103 or Peggy at 403329-8375 for more information.

• Come Away and Rest Awhile at Martha Retreat Centre, 1130 Scenic Drive S., Oct. 27, 7:30 p.m. to Oct. 29, 1 p.m. Over this weekend, we will bask in the transition to fall and winter raising our awareness of our own inner rhythms. Cost: $160. Facilitator: Cheryl Dick. For information or to register, phone 403328-3422 or email marthare@telusplanet.net.

• The annual Reformation Worship Service, sponsored by the local Christian Reformed Churches, will be held Oct. 29 at 3 p.m. at Maranatha CRC, 260 McGill Blvd., Lethbridge. Theme: “Church Unity.” Everyone welcome.

• Picture Butte Trinity United Church will host a Barbecue Beef Supper Oct. 29 5-7 p.m. at the Elks Hall, 112 4 St. S. in Picture Butte. Adults and takeouts: $15; 610 years: $7. Everyone welcome.

• A free clothing drive will be held Nov. 18 from 10 a.m.-noon at Park Meadows Baptist Church, 2011 15 Ave. N. Open to all. Gently used clothing, shoes, bedding, toys and books will be accepted for donation Oct. 16-Nov. 16.

• St. Basil’s Tea and Bake Sale will take place Nov. 4 from 2-4 p.m. at 604 13 St. N. Admission $5. Everyone welcome; bring a friend.

• Centering Prayer takes place on Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. at Martha Retreat Centre. Facilitator: Pat Boehm.

• Gospel Messengers Choir is looking for singers who want to make an impact, enjoy great fellowship and enjoy singing hymns in local seniors homes, the jail and the hospital. Phone Jake at 403-3810587. • Celebrate Recovery — a Christcentred recovery program for any hurt, hang-up and habit, meets Friday nights at Park Meadows Baptist Church, 2011 15 Ave. N. 6 p.m. - supper ($3); 7 p.m. - large group; 8 p.m. - open share small groups; 9 p.m. - Solid Rock Cafe. email celebraterecovery@parkmeadows.ca for more information or visit http://celebraterecovery.ca/wp/.

• An interfaith devotional gathering is held Sundays from 1-3 p.m. at the Baha’i Information Centre, #2, 310 12 St. S. Includes prayers and readings from various faiths followed by discussion. Everyone is welcome. Details: 403-394-8888.

• The Missions Thrift Store, located at 1004 1 Ave. S., is open Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Profits go toward mission work and Bibles for people in China and other Asian countries. Phone 403-327-3199.

• The MCC Thrift Shop, across the street from Save-On Foods. Proceeds from the store go to support poverty reduction projects around the world through Mennonite Central Committee. The shop is open Monday to Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. There will be 50 per cent off on the last business day and second Saturday of each month. For more information, call 403-329-4808.

• Coaldale United Church operates Ye Old Thrift Shoppe Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., 2022 18 St., Coaldale. Most clothing at $2 or less and miscellaneous items at reasonable prices (no large furniture). Donations of smaller household items and clothing — clean and in good condition — are appreciated. For more information, call 403-345-3240. Send Faith Today items to Dave Sulz, The Herald, Box 670, Lethbridge, T1J 3Z7; fax 403328-4536; or email to dsulz@lethbridgeherald.com.