Programs, Events
› Encounter: Student Conference: Precept Ministries International, 7324 Noah Reid Road, sponsors conference on “Spiritual Warfare: Overcoming the Enemy” Nov. 30-Dec. 2 for students in grades 6-12 (ages 12-18) and adult leaders. Groups welcome, or come individually for placement in groups. Fee is $120 (more if adding housing and meals). Register by Monday at http://transformstudent.org/december-encounter-student-conference-2018, or call 1-888-6785660, ext. 8667.
› Ornaments and stories: Families are invited for ornament making and storytelling with Sarah Lord 9:30-11 a.m. Dec. 1 at Second Presbyterian Church, 700 Pine St. Doughnuts will be served. Information: 423-266-2828.
› Christmas program: Fairview United Methodist Church, 3901 Hamill Road in Hixson, will present “God’s Gifts for the Season” at 6 p.m. Dec. 2. Refreshments will follow the program. fairviewumchixson.com.
› Moravian Love Feast: The 40th annual event, a ritual descended from the early centuries of Christianity, will be held Dec. 2 at First Christian Church, Disciples of Christ, 650 McCallie Ave., beginning with a performance by the UT-Knoxville Trombone Choir at 5:30 p.m. The communal meal will follow at 6 p.m., featuring traditional buns and decaf coffee mixed with sugar and cream. The service ends with the lighting of candles representing the sacrifice of Christ for humanity and the flame of love. Information: http://firstchristian-chat.com, 423-267-4506.
› Moments To Share: Erlanger Health System’s Never Forgotten program will present the 24th annual Moments To Share candlelighting service at 7 p.m. Dec. 5 at the Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul, 214 E. Eighth St. Families who have suffered the loss of a baby before, during or after birth are invited to honor the memory of their baby. Poems, pictures and other precious memories are welcome for display. The service will be presented in English and Spanish. Call 423-778-5149 for more information.
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