08/02/08 Faith what's happening

Block party tonight at Bethlehem Lutheran

Bethlehem Lutheran Church is hosting a neighborhood block party tonight. The party begins at 5 p.m. in the church parking lot at 801 Tieton Drive. Festivities include food, music, entertainment and fellowship.

The public is invited. For more information, call the Rev. Mike Bailey at 457-5822.

Mormonism topic of Sunnyside seminar

United Reformed Church of Sunnyside is sponsoring a two-part seminar comparing Mormonism and Christianity.

The sessions run Thursday nights from 7 to 7:45 p.m. Aug. 7 and 14 at 1750 Sheller Road in Sunnyside.

Admission is free. Discussion and snacks will follow. For more information, visit www.urcofsunnyside.com, or call 837-3363.

Go on 'The Trek' at Peace Lutheran

Peace Lutheran Church is hosting "The Trek" Vacation Bible School.

The week of activities -- Monday through Friday -- will be hosted by Camp Lutherhaven of Couer d'Alene, Idaho.

Children ages 4 through sixth grade are invited to attend, and older kids are invited to volunteer to help.

Lunch and snacks are provided, and preregistration is suggested. Peace Lutheran is at 91 Wernex Loop, next to the junior high school track, in Selah. Sessions run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Stop by or call the church office at 697-4353 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. weekdays for registration forms.

'Amazon Expedition' at Calvary Chapel

Calvary Chapel Yakima Valley is hosting "Amazon Expedition" Vacation Bible School, beginning Monday.

Activities include songs, crafts, games and dramas. The free session runs from 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday at the church, 1021 S. 40th Ave.

For more information, call the church at 249-1464.

Two more sessions of Summer Adventure

A Christian camp for kids has two more sessions this summer.

The next session starts Monday and runs through Wednesday. The final session runs Aug. 11-13.

Camp Jubilee's Summer Adventure, for children ages 8 to 11, features arts and crafts, Bible verses, skits, worship, and outdoor activities such as hiking.

The cost is $25 per child for two nights and three days. The camp is 35 miles west of Yakima, off U.S. Highway 12. For more information or to register, call Josh Montgomery at 574-7019.

'Galilee by the Sea' at West Side Baptist

West Side Baptist Church is hosting "Galilee by the Sea" vacation Bible school, beginning Monday.

The free session runs from 9 a.m. to noon through Friday. Classes are available for children age 4 through fifth grade.

Activities include games, songs, Bible stories and snacks. The week culminates with a "Family Night Friday" from 7 to 8:30 p.m. for participants and their parents.

The classes take place at the church, 6901 Summitview Ave. For more information, call 965-2800 or visit www.westsidechurch.info.

Sunnyside church to hold dinner, dance

Get out your dancing shoes and don't spoil your appetite. Sunnyside Holy Trinity Episcopal Church is hosting its annual pig roast dinner and dance.

The party takes place at Steppe Cellars at 1991 Chaffee Road in Sunnyside. Festivities begin at 6 p.m., with dinner at 6:30 p.m. Dancing starts at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets are $35 and can be purchased by calling the church at 837-4727. The winery can be reached at 837-8281.

Taizé service Sunday at St. Michael's

St. Michael's Episcopal Church is hosting a Taizé service Sunday night. The service starts at 7 p.m. at the church, 5 S. Naches Ave. A rehearsal takes place at 6 p.m.

Musicians are encouraged to bring their instruments and accompany the meditative singing. Youth and young adults are especially encouraged to attend.The ecumenical monastic Taizé Community was founded in Taizé, France, in 1940. Since then, the group of more than 100 brothers from more than 25 countries and different denominations has become a symbol of reconciliation.For more information, call 453-4881or e-mail stmichaels@nncnet.com.

'God's Big Backyard' at Toppenish church

Toppenish Calvary Bible Church is hosting "God's Big Backyard" vacation Bible school, beginning Monday.

The program features Bible stories, crafts, snacks and service projects, including landscaping the missionary cottage at the church and preparing approximately 100 packages to ship to local troops serving in Iraq.

The church had been collecting items for the troops but was recently burglarized. Most of the donated care packages were stolen.

But organizers say this setback won't stop the project. Donations are being collected to make up for what was taken. Items needed include candy (nonchocolate), socks, disposable cameras, batteries, playing cards, gum, nuts, sunflower seeds and granola bars.

The program runs 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday. Children ages 5 to 11 are invited. The program will be held at the church, 105 Goldendale Ave. in Toppenish.

To help or for more information, call the church at 865-3456.

Christian fitness class tonight at YAC

Get out your water bottle and athletic shoes: There's a free "Faith and Fitness" class tonight.

The topic: "The exercise of laughter."

The workout with a Christian message takes place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Yakima Athletic Club, 2501 Racquet Lane. It's billed as "A night to exercise your heart, soul and strength!"

The session features a message from the Bible and the chance to exercise to positive, uplifting music. Certified fitness instructors lead workouts, including a mix of yoga, cardio and strength training.

All fitness levels are welcome. Child care is available for kids 1 to 11 years old. Participants are asked to wear athletic shoes and bring a water bottle.

For more information, call Kristen Ackerman at 952-6551.

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