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African Children’s Choir: Saturday, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Dayspring Presbyterian Church, 11445 40th Ave. African Children’s Choir is composed of young people who have been educated and musically trained in Central Africa. Their North American tours are an occasion for raising money and making known the wonderful work that is being done by the Music for Life Institute. More information and videos of the choir at dayspringchurch.ca. Freewill donation. For more information, John Carr, 780-466-7678, or visit dayspringchurch.ca/cacategoryspecialnoticesspecial-notices, or africanchildrenschoir.com Thankful Together: Sunday 6:30 p.m., at Inglewood Christian Reformed Church, 12330 113th Ave. Join the churches of the Westmount Christian Council in their annual service of thanksgiving. Refreshments will follow the service. Jazz and Reflections: Sunday, 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., at Ritchie United Church, 9624 74th Ave. The fourth in the fall series of Jazz and Reflections is the Dan Davis Trio. Dan is an up-and-comer in the jazz scene in Edmonton. Donations at the door. For more information, contact Doug Robb, 780-465-4414 or 780-439-2442. Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path: Monday, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Roots on Whyte Community Building, 305, Third Floor Conference Room, 8135 102nd St. Lecturer: Dr. Wolfgang Volgelsberger M.D. Hear stories about how people have been healed and how this knowledge has helped thousands of people. Free admission. Donations appreciated. For more information, contact Liane Ives, 780459-2212. Sacred Healing Circle: Wednes- day, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at 7621 101st Ave. Group spiritual practice designed to deepen your faith and reveal greater wholeness in all areas of your life. Love offering. For more information, contact Laura Cameron. Inner Peace: The Inner Peace Movement of Canada is offering a short series of talks in the Edmonton area. Oct. 13 Fort Saskatchewan, 1 p.m. and 7 p.m., at the Kanata Inn (9820 86th Ave.). Oct. 14 Edmonton, 1 p.m. and 7 p.m., at the Travelodge West (18320 Stony Plain Rd.). Oct. 20 Sherwood Park, 1 p.m. and 7 p.m., at the County Hall Building, lower level (2001 Sherwood Dr.). Oct. 27 St. Albert, 1 p.m. and 7 p.m., at the Best Western (460 St. Albert Trail). Talks are 90 minutes, $21 at the door and all are welcome. Information: innerpeacemovement.ca Wise and Wonderful — Encounters with Women of Scripture: Oct. 21: Rahab, Tamar, Ruth and Bathsheba. Nov. 18: Deborah & Esther. 9:30 a.m. to noon. $75/series, $25 for single class. Please pre-register by one week before program date. Contact 780-459-5511 to register or visit starofthenorth.ca for more information. Away Day Retreat: Thursdays 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., various dates, at Star of the North, 3A St. Vital Ave., St. Albert. Away Days with Sandy Prather. Each Away Day will focus on a different contemporary spiritual book. Presentations and reflective time. It is not necessary to have read the books. Oct. 22: Compassion: A Reflection on the Christian Life, Henri Nouwen, Donald McNeil & Douglas Morrison, 1983. Nov. 19: Prayer, Our Deepest Longing, Ronald Rolheiser OMI, 2013. 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., $35 per day, or $40 at the door, Includes lunch. For more information or to register contact 780-459-5511. DivorceCare Meetings: Wednesdays until Dec. 9, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at Northpointe Community Church, 14025 167th St. DivorceCare is a weekly support group. Event cost $10. For more information contact Rick or Jan Kelly, 780-991-8610.

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Bible Study: Saturdays, until Nov. 21, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., at First Presbyterian Church, 10025 105th St. Examining the Acts of the Apostles. For more information, contact fpc@telus.net, 780-422-2937, firstpresbyterian.ca Seven Practices for Following Jesus: Until Dec. 9., at 11525 23rd Ave., Taylor Seminary. Led by Len Thompson, D. Min. candidate. Cost: $100 and up. For more information, contact Len Thompson at len@urbansanctuary.ca, or visit taylor-edu.ca/en/events/7practices-of-following-jesus Free Yoga at Robertson-Wesley: Tuesdays, until, Dec. 15, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., at Robertson-Wesley United Church, 10209 123rd St. This gentle hatha yoga class allows people of all ages and body types to develop strength, flexibility and relaxation skills. Yoga mats available free. For more information, contact mail@ rwuc.org, 780-482-1587 Christian Meditation: Mondays, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Star of the North Retreat Centre, 3A St. Vital Ave. St. Albert. Teachings followed by 30 minutes of silent sitting. Beginners and experienced meditators both welcome. For more information or to register, contact Barb, 780-4580470. Emmaus Inclusive Catholic Community: Celebration of Eucharist, Sundays at 1:30 p.m., presided over by a member of Roman Catholic Women Priests. For information, visit emmaus-catholic-community. ca or contact Lori at 780-720-3444, ldexter@telus.net. Traditional Latin Mass: Sundays, 8 a.m., at St. Anthony Catholic parish, 10661 82nd Ave. Call 780-963-5359 or 780-439-2737. iRest Yoga: Mondays, 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m., at Star of the North, 3A St. Vital Ave., St. Albert. iRest, a deep relaxation and meditative inquiry, releases negative emotions and thought patterns. Gentle process calms the nervous system, and promotes well-being. Bring a yoga mat and blanket; wear comfortable clothing. Cost: $95. Contact 780-459-5511 or visit starofthenorth.ca. Edmonton Covenant Community: Praise and worship every Friday, except the first Friday of the month, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, 10661 82nd Ave. Visit bld-edmonton. ca; email rsjabada@yahoo.com or call 780-481-7297.