Religion Digest

Music

DAVE KYLONNEN – 6 p.m. today, Richland Faith Assembly of God, 1201 Richland Ave., Ceres. Long-time member of the Couriers. Free with offering.

KEEPERS OF THE FAITH – 7 p.m. Nov. 1, North Modesto Church of God, 1918 Sherwood Ave., Modesto. Group from Washington state will be in concert along with the Herb Henry Family. Free with offering.

BELLS OF BLESSING CONCERT – 4 p.m. Nov. 2, Trinity United Presbyterian Church Telle Center, 1600 Carver Road, Modesto. Eight church handbell choirs totaling over 80 ringers will play individual numbers and mass numbers directed by Mr. Rich Colla. An offering will be taken to benefit the local Modesto Salvation Army services.

AARON WILBURN – 7 p.m. Nov. 6, Calvary Temple Worship Center, 2740 N. Highway 59, Merced. Humorist, songwriter and inspirational speaker. Free. Also appearing will be Bridge Of Grace. (209) 756-6837.

AARON WILBURN – 7 p.m. Nov. 7, North Modesto Church Of God, 1918 Sherwood Ave., Modesto. Humorist, songwriter and inspirational speaker. $10. Also appearing will be Sheri Stambaugh and Bridge Of Grace. (209) 756-6837.

RELIANCE – 6 p.m. Nov. 8, Connecting Point Nazerene Church 3200 E. Monte Vista, Denair. Southern gospel concert. Free, offering will be taken. (209) 402- 4822.

Film

‘‘THE ULTIMATE GIFT’’ – 6 p.m. today, Church of the Cross, 3936 Dale Road, Modesto. This movie sends a young man of privilege on an improbable journey. If he succeeds, the experience will not only change him forever, but he will discover the real meaning of wealth. Refreshments served at intermission. Free. (209) 545-1992.

REFORMATION MOVIE NIGHTS, “GOD’S OUTLAW: THE STORY OF WILLIAM TYNDALE’’ – 5 p.m. today, Grace Church, 1448 Standiford Ave., Modesto. Dinner, movie and discussion to celebrate the anniversary of the Protestant reformation. Free. (209)522-5922.

Classes

FOCUSED – 4-5 pm Wednesdays, Trinity United Presbyterian Church, 1600 Carver Road, Modesto in the Telle Center, Room 502. Interactive Bible study to discuss the principles of God’s word and how we can grow closer to the Lord. (209) 529-3228.

GRIEFSHARE FOR WOMEN – 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays, CrossPoint Community Church, 1325 11th St., Modesto. Griefshare classes run through Nov. 12 and will use videos and workbooks to help people deal with the loss of a loved one. (209)521-0181.

SACRED HEART WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY – 1-2 p.m. Thursdays through Nov. 13, Sacred Heart Church, 1301 Cooper Ave., Turlock. Study will focus on Mary the Mother of Jesus with the book “Mary – Virgin, Mother, and Queen” by Father Mitch Pacwa. Register and pick up your book at the Sacred Heart church office, 1301 Cooper Ave, Turlock. For more information, Contact Elsie Faria, (209) 485-8143.

GRIEFSHARE – 6:30-8 p.m. Thursdays through Nov. 20, Shelter Cove Church 4242 Coffee Road, Modesto. Support group for people who have lost a loved one. $20 for workbook. (209)605-5439.

DIVORCECARE – 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays through Dec. 4, Modesto Covenant Church, 913 Floyd Ave. A 13-week course to find help and healing for the hurt of separation and divorce. (209) 527-4110.

GRIEFSHARE – 3-5 p.m. Saturdays through Dec. 13, Ceres Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1633 N. Central Ave. A 13-week DVD seminar/support group for people grieving the death of a loved one. (209)538-1024.

GRIEFSHARE – 9-10:30 a.m. through Jan. 3, Calvary Reformed Church, 741 W. Second St., Ripon. A 13-week course on biblical concepts for dealing with grief. (209) 599-4294.

DIVORCECARE: SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS – 6-8 p.m. Nov. 5, Modesto Covenant Church, 913 Floyd Ave. (209) 527-4110.

SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS – 10 a.m.-noon Nov. 8, Modesto Covenant Church, 913 Floyd Ave. Seminar features video interviews with counselors, grief experts and other people who have experienced the holidays after their loved one's death and who offer practical suggestions and reassurance. (209) 529-2666.

DIVORCE CARE – November 15, 9-11 a.m. Nov. 15, Big Valley Grace Community Church, 4040 Tully Road, Modesto. Discover practical, stress-reducing ideas that will help you face the holidays without your mate and learn why it’s still possible to celebrate. Free. (209) 577-1604.

HEALTHY SEXUALITY AND PURITY – 6:30-8:30 p.m. Nov. 19, Big Valley Grace Community Church, 4040 Tully Road, Modesto. Two-hour workshop led by Joel and Sarah Boone, teaches how to train your child to understand his/her sexuality and purity through God’s design, strengthen parenting skills and use scripture to lead families in a way that honors Jesus. (209) 577-1604.

Miscellaneous

BISHOP’S DINNER FOR THE SEMINARIANS – Ticket purchase deadline Oct. 31 (event Nov. 15). Fundraiser features honored guests, The Most Reverend Bishop Stephen E. Blaire and current Seminarians. Our Lady of Fatima Gymnasium, Modesto. Hors d’oeuvres, silent auction, dinner, entertainment and dancing. Sponsored by Families for Vocation and Healing Ministry. (209) 604-6024.

SUPPORT GROUP – 1-2:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Dec. 2, Centenary United Methodist Church, McHenry and Norwegian avenues. A video-driven support group for those who have lost a loved one. Registration $15, includes workbook.

LANDMARKS OF PROPHECY – Oct. 31-Nov. 22, nightly except Mondays and Thursdays, Ceres Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1633 N. Central Ave. Live via satellite from the Marriott Pyramid Hotel in Albuquerque, N.M., Pastor Doug Batchelor will lead the Landmarks of Prophecy live event with insight into the big prophetic events that lie just ahead as well as practical tools on how you can thrive in the here and now. Free. (209) 538-1024.

LANDMARKS OF PROPHECY – Oct. 31-Nov. 22, nightly except Mondays and Thursdays, Oakdale Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1290 Walnut St. Live via satellite from the Marriott Pyramid Hotel in Albuquerque, N.M., Pastor Doug Batchelor will lead the Landmarks of Prophecy live event with insight into the big prophetic events that lie just ahead as well as practical tools on how you can thrive in the here and now. Free. (209) 847-5290.

MAD “GLAD” SCIENCE FAMILY NIGHT – 5:30-8 p.m. Oct. 31, Trinity United Presbyterian Church, 1600 Carver Road, Modesto. Event begins with dinner, then open science lab and MAD “Glad” Scientist presentation. Free. (209) 529-3228.

SPAGHETTI DINNER – Noon-5 p.m. Nov. 2, St. Judes Catholic Church, 3824 Mitchell Road, Ceres. Games, prizes and take out available. $7 adults; $3 children 5-12. (209) 537-0558.

HARVEST FESTIVALS

FALL FUN FAIR – 5:30-7:30 p.m. Oct. 31. Modesto Covenant Church, 913 Floyd Ave., Modesto. Family Event with inflatables, rock-climbing wall, carnival games, a hayride, face painting, free family photos, chili cook off and pie eating contest. Food available for purchase. Family friendly costumes only. Free.

WELCOME TO SEUSSVILLE! – 6:30-8:30 p.m. Oct. 31, Mill Creek Church, 147 Auto Center Court, Modesto. Candy, Games, Popcorn, Cotton Candy, Bounce Houses and Photo Booth! Free. (209) 551-8299.

FAMILY FALL FESTIVAL – Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m., Calvary Baptist Church, 1732 Miller Ave. Modesto. Truck-or-treat, games, bouncy house, food, candy. Free.

TRUNK OR TREAT – 6-8 p.m. Oct. 31, Harvest Presbyterian Church, 1813 Moffet Road, Ceres. The event is free to children in the community and will feature biblical decorated trunks and games with special treats and prizes. (209) 537-3519 or (209) 556-0448.

TRUNK OR TREAT – 6-8:30 p.m. Oct. 31, Big Valley Grace Community Church, 4040 Tully Road, Modesto. Event for families with inflatables, a hayride, live music, food and games. Trunk or Treat features rows of decorated cars where children can collect candy in a safe environment that celebrates Jesus. Free community event. (209) 571-4399.

HARVEST CARNIVAL – 6-8:30 p.m. Oct. 31, Calvary Chapel, 4300 American Ave., Modesto. Carnival-style games, bounce house, candy and more. Hot dog dinner $3, otherwise free. ccmodesto.com/harvestcarnival.

HARVEST PARTY – 6 p.m. Oct. 31, Modesto Christian Reformed Church event held at Dutch Hollow Farms on the corner of Claribel and Oakdale roads, Riverbank. Trunk-n-treat, live music, corn maze and more. www.modestocrc.org or call (209) 523-1906.

CRAFT FAIRES

HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIRE – 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 1, Oakdale Christian Church, corner of Maxwell and Magnolia avenues. Local merchants and crafters (209) 499-1525.

CRAFT FAIR – 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 8, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 9, St. Mary's Parish Center, Oak Ave., Oakdale. Sponsored by the Y.L.I. of St. Mary's Parish, fair will featuring local artisans, commercial vendors, speciality foods, bake sale, scholarship fund vendor drawing. Holiday Photo booth $5. (209) 985-1486.

This story was originally published October 24, 2014 at 12:16 PM with the headline "Religion Digest."