Maybe, your time of favor hasn’t come yet. But it is coming! Trust God. There’s so much more for you. There is a world of possibilities waiting for you. So keep hope alive. As my daughter helped me, God will help to get you to your destination.

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Sermon series: During the month of September, First Church Congregational on the square in downtown Painesville, welcomes the community to join in its sermon series on the book of Philippians and then a special “Grudge Report” sermon series beginning on Sept. 16. Rev. Tom Cofer, senior pastor at First Church Congregational said, “The book of Philippians encourages us to Rejoice — Rejoice in Jesus, his grace and forgiveness. As Christians we have the challenge of forgiving others and of living in community. We will explore what it means to be forgiven by God and how we can become better Christians through our own forgiveness.” The “Grudge Report” will be a three-week sermon series on forgiveness. We will also explore what it means to be forgiven by God. This sermon series will focus on the story of Mephibosheth in 2 Samuel 4-9. Never heard of Mephibosheth? Come and find out who he was as we explore the topic of forgiveness. The sermon series includes: Sept. 9: “Always Rejoicing.” Scripture Text: Philippians 4:2-23. This week, we will talk about the “peace that passes all understanding” that comes from God and allows us to rejoice. We are reminded that as Paul said in Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” Sept. 16: “When Someone Drops You.” How do we as Christians forgive others, especially when we have been wronged by someone? Sept. 23: “When You Need Forgiveness.” It can be difficult to act or face the fact that we too need forgiveness, but it is an essential part of our faith and one that God offers to all of us. Sept. 30: “Letting Go of Past Hurts.” It can be difficult to let go of people and things that have hurt us in the past, or grudges. First Church Congregational is at 22 Liberty St., Painesville. For information, contact the church at 440-357-7518 or email Christy Duffus, office@firstchurchcongregational.org.

Rummage sale: Grace Episcopal Church, 36200 Ridge Road, Willoughby, is holding its annual rummage sale and bake sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 8 at Grace Episcopal Church, rain or shine. Food and beverages will be available to purchase. Proceeds go to benefit the Little Feet children’s shoe ministry. For details, visit www.gracewilloughby.org or call 440942-1015.

Large sale: St. Mark Lutheran Church, 11900 Chillicothe (Route 306), Chester Township, will hold the annual This ‘N’ That sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 8. Proceeds benefit congregational needs and local as well as world-side ministries. For more information, call the church office at 440-729-1668. Learn about the WELL:

The WELL (Willoughby House of Prayer) will hold a short informational session at 2 p.m. Sept. 8. It is an opportunity to hear about the mission of the WELL. Registration is not required. For more information, call Margaret at 440-3501282. The WELL is located at 4091 Erie St., in downtown Willoughby.

Crafters needed: The Women’s Fellowship Group at North Mentor Centenary United Methodist Church, 9290 Lakeshore Blvd. at Corduroy Road, Mentor, is having a Craft Show from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 6 in Fellowship Hall. All crafters are welcome. Tables are $25 a piece. Reserve a table by calling the church at 440-257-6419 or email nmcumc@sbcglobal.net

leave your name and contact information and someone will get back to you with further instructions. Support for life’s challenges: It is as simple as stopping in and posting your needs on one of the Willoughby House of Prayer prayer boards or on the outside board. Volunteers will then pray over the request each day. The mission is to share the peace and serenity of God’s providential care. The Willoughby House of Prayer, 4091 Erie St., Willoughby, is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesdays and Saturdays, and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays.

Support offered: Support for addiction and incarceration: Struggling with addiction? Have a loved one or friend who struggles with addiction or is incarcerated? Come experience support and prayer in a safe, nonjudgmental environment, Thursdays from 5-8 p.m. at the Willoughby House of Prayer, 4091 Erie St., Willoughby. The visits are anonymous, and registration is not required. Call Charlie at 440-990-8517 for details. Reiki therapy offered:

Mentor Presbyterian Church, 5885 Hopkins Road, Mentor, will offer free Reiki Therapy at 2 p.m. the third Sunday of each month in the newly renovated healing center. Help for physical, emotional and spiritual pain. The healing is also available by appointment by calling Barb at 440-478-2151.

Sunday services: Mentor Presbyterian Church, 5885 Hopkins Road, Mentor, hosts Sunday worship services at 12:30 p.m. Pot luck and worship services are from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of the month and Bible study is 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays.