Faith features

News of a religious nature may be submitted for Faith Features to editor@News-Herald.com; The News-Herald, 7085 Mentor Ave., Willoughby, OH 44094; or faxed to 440-975-2293. Deadline is the Tuesday before the Saturday of publication. We cannot guarantee publication. Women’s conference: “Let’s Make Lemonade” — One-Day Women’s MiniConference for Women of all ages will be 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Aug. 12 at the Vineyard Community Church, 1928 E. 300th St., Wickliffe. It will involve food, fun and fellowship. The event is free, but registration is requested by Aug. 5. A light continental breakfast and taco bar lunch will be provided. To find out more, call the church office at 440-944-4402.

Monthly luncheon: The Lake County Christian Women’s Connection of Lake County, affiliated with Stonecroft Ministries, will present the monthly luncheon featuring fellowship and fun with music and inspiration from Lorraine Serra, Stonecroft Ministries speaker. “From a Hard Day’s Night to...A NEW BEGINNING” will be presented at 11:30 a.m., Aug. 15, at Pine Ridge Country Club 30601 Ridge Road, Wickliffe. RSVP is requested by noon, Aug. 10, to cwcstonecroft@ yahoo.com; 440-255-7120 or 440-339-9687 Cost is $18 for a lunch.

Flea market: Auburn Community Church, 11076 Washington St., Chagrin Falls, will host a flea market 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Aug. 5. Rain date is Aug. 12. A wide variety of vendors are participating. Glitter tattoos and a modern version of the toy “slime” will be available. The church will feature “flea” tables of its own. Food and beverages will be available. While this is a fundraiser for the church, it will also be a community event where one can visit with friends and neighbors. Health and Wellness Fair:

New Promise Church, 8671 Euclid-Chardon Road in Kirtland, will host a Health and Wellness Fair from 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 5. There will be school backpacks and supplies, children’s haircuts, dental services, vision screening, pharmacy, food, and education booths on how to improve your health. This free event is available to those who are unemployed, underemployed or just in need of these services. Children must be present to receive backpacks and school supplies. For more details, contact the church at 440-256-3705 or send an

email to info@newpromisechurch.us.”

Vendors sought: St. Mark Lutheran Church in Chester Township is calling for vendors to participate in the St. Mark indoor sale Sept. 8-9 at the church, 11900 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. Donations for the sale are also being accepted (no clothing or large pieces of furniture). Proceeds will benefit the local and worldwide missions as well as the congregational needs. For information, call 440-667-5996. Caring Christian women invited: The Christ Child Society of the Western Reserve is looking for “Caring Christian Women” to attend an Informational Coffee at 1 p.m., Sept. 8. in the St. Gabriel’s Church community room. Women of faith who would like an opportunity to broaden friendships while serving the needs of the children of Lake County will want to attend (registration is required). To receive an invitation and answer any questions, call Patty O’Reilly, Membership Chairperson @ 1-440-231-4912. St. Peter Juilan Eymard

honored: St. Paschal Baylon Catholic Church, 5384 Wilson Mills Road, Highland Heights, will host a triduum July 31-Aug. 2 in honor of Saint Peter Julian Eymard. Saint Peter Julian Eymard, SSS was a French Catholic priest and founder of the congregation of the Blessed Sacrament order that serves Saint Paschal Baylon Church. The schedule includes a novena to Saint Peter Julian Eymard at 7 p.m. July 31; a Taize’ Prayer Holy Hour, at 7 p.m., Aug. 1; and Mass will be celebrated at 7 p.m.; Aug. 2. This day is the solemnity of Saint Peter Julian Eymard. For more information, call the church at 440-04423410. Battle of the Bands:

Mayfield United Methodist Church, 7747 Mayfield Road, Chester Township, will host the Battle of the Bands, from 7 to 9 p.m., Aug. 12 at the church. It doesn’t matter what type of music you play, as long as you come and play it. It is open for any high school students who have a band to rock out against other band. There will be food, games, contests, prizes, a feature newspaper article, and more. Winning band(s) will receive music gear, cash, and other prizes. Send an audition recording and a bio of your band to Adam Vodicka at adam@ mayfieldchurch.org Vacation Bible School:

King of Kings Lutheran Church, 2815 Lost Nation Road, Willoughby, will hold its Vacation Bible School

on Tuesdays Aug. 1 and 8. It will begin at 6:30 p.m. For details, call 440-3393401.

Golf outing: Chardon United Methodist Church will host a Golf Outing, beginning at 9 a.m., Aug. 24, at St. Denis Golf Club, 10660 Chardon Road, Chardon Township. The shot gun start will be at 10 a.m. with a scramble format. Individual golfer entry fee is $110 and registered foursome entry fee is $400. Tickets include green fees for 18 holes, golf cart, use of the practice green and driving range prior to start, non-alcoholic beverages, lunch at the turn, fajita dinner bar, chips and salsa at tables and dessert trays. A cash bar will be available. Dinner only will be $35. Contact Rochelle Dellaria at rochelledellaria@yahoo.com or call 216-513-0604 for registration flyer.

Robot Academy: Robot Academy VBS at Mentor Baptist Church, 7500 Johnnycake Ridge Road, Mentor, will be 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. July 31 through Aug. 4. Kids age 3 through completed sixth grade are invited to the free Vacation Bible School program. Children will play games, feast on snacks, get creative in crafts, and sing their hearts out in music all while learning how to begin living as God programmed them. For questions or to pre-register (helpful by not necessary) visit www.mentorbaptist.org or call 440-942-8278. Wheelchairs sought:

Wheels for the World, a program by nonprofit Joni and Friends, is hosting a drive for used wheelchairs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 12. Donate used manual wheelchairs at the St. Noel Church parking lot, 35200 Chardon Road, Willoughby Hills. All donations are 100 percent tax deductible and receipts are available. Please no walkers, canes, crutches or electric wheelchairs. The wheelchairs will be sent to inmates at correctional facilities to restore them. The wheelchairs are then donated to children and adults affected by disability worldwide. Each wheelchair recipient receives a custom-fit wheelchair and training in use and upkeep. For more information, contact Bruce or Karen Fraley at 440946-1605 or fraleyk@ sbcglobal.net. Reiki offered: Faith Church Mentor, 5885 Hopkins Road, Mentor, will offer free Reiki Therapy at 2 p.m. the third Sunday of each month int he healing center. Help for physical, emotional and spiritual pain. The healing is also available by appointment by calling Barb at 440-478-2151.