EVENTS

Holy Myrrh-Bearers Parish: 900 Fairview Road, Swarthmore, has potato/ cheese-filled pierogies available for $8 per dozen. Orders placed by 6 p.m. on the following Sundays allows for pickup the next Friday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. June 4 and 18. To order any of the above, call 267-6238602 or email HMBChurch@verizon.net

Victory Over The World

Baptist Church: 2609 W. Fourth St., Chester, holds a movie night at 7 tonight, Friday, May 26. Come out for a free evening of food, fun and fellowship with “Picnic” theme. The viewing is moderated by Pastor R. Leon Clark. For information, visit www.victoryovertheworld-sfmbc.org

Cokebury United Methodist Church: 307 Market St., holds a craft fair and flea market from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday with inside and outside vendors. The church holds a family movie night at 6 p.m. the last Sunday of the month (this Sunday). The church holds its Make a Joyful Noise Children’s Program (pre-K and up) on Wednesdays from 6-7 p.m. For information, call 610-416-5112.

Grace Community UMC:

1213 Central Ave., Chester, holds is in the third 10week session of its Fast Track 2 Success from 10 a.m.-noon Saturdays. Registration is this Saturday at 10 a.m. The free S.T.E.M. program features tutoring, life skills, enrichment classes and field trips for youth ages 8-12. For information, call 610-876-6347.

St. John the Evangelist:

Third Street and Wanamaker Avenue, Essington, holds its 69th annual Strawberry Festival from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, June 3. The festival features games, food, chances, silent auction, moonbounce, kid’s crafts/ sand art, cake, ice cream and fresh strawberries.

Brotherhood Breakfast Association of Churches:

meets Sunday at 6:45 a.m. at Mount Olive Baptist Church, 2 Pershing St., Linwood. Next week, the

brotherhood meets at Temple Baptist Church, 736 W. Seventh St., Chester.

Joseph Dreams, Inc.:

holds its monthly “Take care of a very important person in your life – You!” health workshop at 1 p.m. Friday, June 2, at the Salvation Army, 151 W. 15th St., Chester. This month’s theme is “Protecting Your Skin in the Sun.”

Lima United Methodist

Church: 209 N. Middletown Road, holds its last Friday Friday Café series concert of the season on Friday, June 2, featuring its own praise band. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The event features free refreshments, beverages, snacks and a make-yourown ice cream sundae bar. Bring family and friends for a night of entertainment and celebration; the church holds Vacation Bible School 9-11:30 a.m. June 26-30 for children age 3 through entering fifth grade. This year’s theme is “Noah’s Ark.” For information and registration, visit www.lima-umc.org or call 610566-7109. St. John Fisher Parish: 4225 Chichester Ave., Boothwyn, holds a flea market 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, June 3 (rain or shine). Spaces are $25 (bring your own table, chairs and tent). The church is collecting toys, books, household

goods, small furniture, and jewelry (no clothing) for the sale. New items or gift cards for the gift basket raffle are greatly appreciated. Drop off donations at the Parish Center on June 1 between 9 a.m.-7 p.m., or June 2 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Vendors must pay rental fee in advance (no refunds). For space rentals, call Maureen at 610-485-044, ext. 8. For donation drop-off information, call Juanita at 610-485-9344.

Wallingford Presbyterian

Church: 110 E. Brookhaven Road, holds its 64th annual Strawberry Festival from 5-8 p.m. June 5. The event features roast beef and meatball sandwiches, meat and vegetarian hoagies, hot dogs, and hot and cold beverages. Desserts include cakes, ice cream, strawberries and more. Children’s activities includes moon bounces, games with prizes, a pocket lady and face painter. Enjoy music, an attic treasures, used books and plant sale. Proceeds benefit the church’s youth program and Chester Eastside, Inc., and 4 Paws for Ability. For information,

call 610-566-1644 or visit www.wallingfordpres.org

First Faith Missionary Baptist Church: 1705 Highland Ave., Chester, holds an all-you-can-eat smorgasbord from 2-5 p.m. Saturday, June 10. Donation of $10 for eat-in or $12 for takeout includes (not limited to) roast beef, lasagna, macaroni and cheese, chicken and dumplings, fried fish, fried chicken, banana pudding, cakes and pulled barbeque. For information, call the church at 484-800-5466.

Norwood United Methodist Church: 315 Chester Pike, hosts a live simulcast of Harvest America, led by Greg Laurie, on its large projection screen on June 11. Refreshments and fellowship are from 7-8 p.m., followed by the simulcast from 8-9:30. Harvest America is designed to be an opportunity for Christians to invite family members, coworkers, friends, and acquaintances to hear the life-changing message of the gospel in an environment that is entertaining and non-threatening.

Olivet Presbyterian

Church: 1001 Washington Ave., Prospect Park, holds Vacation Bible School from 6:15-8:30 p.m. June 19-22. A closing program is held at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, June 25, followed by a picnic. This year’s theme is “Cave Quest.” At Cave Quest VBS, kids go through dark caves with Jesus as their light. All community children 3-years-old (must be potty trained) through grade 6 are welcome to attend. The event is free; free will offerings are accepted each night. Class sizes may be limited depending on the response. For information and registration, visit www. olivetpres.com/vbs, email olivetpreschurch@gmail.com or call the office at 610-534-2270. Jones Memorial Baptist Church: 1937 Dauphin St, Philadelphia, holds “A Purposeful Mind” with Pastor T.A. Knapp of Modem, Texas at 10 a.m. June 25, followed by the BEST Awards at the Renaissance Hotel, Essington, with Bishop Richard Sanders of Compton, Cal., at 3 p.m.

Shiloh Baptist Church: 703 Central Ave., Chester, holds Vacation Bible School June 26-30 and July 3, 5 and 7. For information and registration, call Sis. Nona Stalling at 302-507-6976 or the church office at 610872-8147.

St. Joseph’s Parish:

Concord Road, Aston, holds its Vacational Bible Study 2017 from 9 a.m.noon June 26-30 with the theme “Maker Fun Factory.” Cost is $40 per child, ages 4-years-old through fifth grade. To register, visit https://vbspro.events/p/stjosephastonvbs The church camps following VBS: “Discover Your Palette” art camp from 1-3:30 p.m., and “Art from the Heart” camp from 1-4:30 p.m. For information, email Cathy Maugeri at c.maugeri@comcast.net or visit www. stjosephaston.org

Christ Tabernacle Church:

14 S. Morton Ave., Morton, open its food pantry— which gives away five days’ worth of boxed and canned foods— every second and fourth Saturday of the month. Hot meals are also

served. For information, call 610-328-2330.

Christ United Methodist

Church: 600 E. Dutton Mill Road, Brookhaven, holds free community dinners 5:30-7 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of each month. The dates for 2017 are: May 24; June 28; Sept. 27; and Oct. 25. The church opens its food bank the fourth Wednesday of each month from 11 a.m.-noon. For information, call the church at 610-874-1270.

Collenbrook United Church: 5290 Township Line Road, Drexel Hill, holds a community diner the last Thursday of each month. Drexel Hill United Methodist Church: 600 Burmont Road, Drexel Hill, has begun a new outreach program: Project Reach, Service, Care. A free, catered community lunch along with a free clothing and hygiene-products cupboard are provided 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. the fourth Saturday of every month, at the church. All are welcome. First Baptist Church of Oakeola:

600 W. Oak Lane, Glenolden, hosts zumba classes 6-7 p.m. every Monday and Wednesday. Cost is $7. For information, visit www.oakeola.compassion-ministries.com or call 610-583-5277. First United Methodist Church:

350 W. State St., Media, offers a free yoga for beginners class 10 a.m. Wednesdays. Donations welcome. For information, call 610-566-3172 or visit www. mediamethodist.org

Glenolden Church: 200S. MacDade Blvd., Glenolden, hosts Glen Cafe and Flea Market. The Coffee House Cafe features new Christian bands 7-10 p.m. each Friday. The flea market is held 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays. New vendors welcome. Bring your own table. For more information, call 610-659-7362. Healing Rooms of Delaware County: is now open at New Hope Christian Church at Paxton Hollow Road and Route 320, Broomall. The Healing Rooms are open 7:30-9 p.m. every Monday except holidays. The front entrance is wheelchair accessible. For information, call 484-422-8145/ Imago Dei Metropolitan Community Church: 1223Middletown Road, Glen Mills, holds Silent Meditation 3 p.m. Sundays. The gatherings are an opportunity to silently reflect for up to one hour on spiritual principles that are especially appropriate for those who are in recovery or seeking healing. For information, call 610-3581716 or Pastor@ImagoDeiMCC.org

Media Church of Christ: 423 Jackson St., has thousands of clothing items available for free until gone. Hours are 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays, and at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. Anyone is welcome. Prospect Park United Methodist Church: Holds Mom’s Morning Out nursery school for ages 18 months and up 9 a.m.-noon

Monday-Wednesday and Friday. Cost is $15 per day. Activities include crafts, music, circle time and organized play. For information and registration, call 484-5403132. Norwood United Methodist Church: Chester Pike and West Ridley Avenue. Little Blessings Christian Preschool is a part-time, Christian preschool, holds classes 9 a.m.-noon Monday-Friday, for ages 3-5. The school recommends a 3 day or 5 day program, but is flexible and works with parents’ schedules. Enrollment is open throughout the year until reaching maximum capacity. For information, call 610-583-4780 or email norwoodlittleblessings@ yahoo.com Second Baptist Church of Media: 400 E. State St., holds Bible study classes on Wednesday from 10:30-11:45 a.m. and 6:30-7:30 p.m. The text is “Distorted Images of God,” instructed by Pastor Warren D. Mays. Contact Pastor Mays if you plan to attend the morning or evening class at 610-565-0660 or wdmays@aol.com Resurrection Life Church:

The Church Street Thrift Shop opens 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on the first and second Saturdays of each month, September through June. The shop has clothing for all ages, housewares, shoes, baby items and more. The Church Street Thrift Shop is an outreach ministry of Resurrection Life Church. Donations of clothing and household items can be dropped off during shop hours or by calling 610-876-4062 for an appointment. St. Joseph’s Church: Concord Road, Aston, holds Adult Scripture Study from 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays. This year’s topics are the letters of St. Paul to the Philippians, Colossians, Ephesians and the two letters to the Thessalonians.

In these letters of encouragement, correction, and instruction written from prison, Paul lovingly inspires and offers challenges to greater discipleship. The classes offer greater understanding and in depth DVD presentations by scripture scholars. Cost of $20 includes a study guide. The class runs seven weeks with a break in Advent for optional study of the infancy narratives of Luke and Matthew, then resumes for an additional six weeks. For information, contact Ms. Maugeri at c.maugeri@comcast.net or 610-494-4358. St. Luke CC Fellowship Hall: 320 Tilghman St., Chester, has new line dancing classes from 6-8 p.m. Mondays. Cost is $7. Come out and join the fun with beginner and intermediate dances. For information, 610-876-5197. Woodlyn Baptist Church:

MacDade Boulevard and School Lane, Woodlyn, has started a new season of Sunday School with new classes for ages 2 through 102! Classes start Sunday at 9:45 a.m. Children’s Church meets during the 11 a.m. worship service to explore Biblical teachings and have snacks. Girls’ and Boys’ clubs also resume Sunday at 6:30 p.m. G.E.M.S. (Girls Everywhere Meeting the Savior) and C.S.B. (Christian Service Brigade) are for girls and boys in grades 1-12. Bring friends and enjoy team building, fun activities, crafts, life skills, achievement badges, service projects, sports, outdoor activities, mentoring and Bible lessons. For information, call 610-833-5577 or visit www.woodlynbaptist. org, www.facebook.com/ woodlynbaptistchurch or follow the church on Twitter @