Religion Digest: Events across the Modesto region

Music

LEGACY FIVE – 10 a.m. Nov. 21, Covenant Village of Turlock, 2125 North Olive Ave. Southern Gospel Group. Seating limited, call (877) 834-1238.

SING-ALONG “MESSIAH” – 4 p.m. Nov. 23, Trinity United Presbyterian Church, 1600 Carver Road, Modesto. Singers of all ages and abilities are invited to participate in the seventh annual community sing-along performance of G.F. Handel’s “Messiah.” (209) 765-6388.

GORDON MOTE – 7 p.m. Dec. 6, Ripon Christian Performing Arts Center, 435 Maple Ave. Blind since birth, singer Gordon Mote’s faith provides the foundation for his life and constantly fuels his creative spirit. Free. (209) 599-2155.

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.

MESSIAH PRACTICE – 3 p.m. Nov. 9, Immanuel Christian Reformed Church, Ripon, corner of 4th And Orange streets. Ripon Oratorio Society will begin practice for Handel's Messiah. Performance will be Dec. 7. All singers welcome. (209) 996-0468.

LOVING HANDS: ACTIVATING HEALING ENERGY WITH TOUCH TECHNIQUES – Noon-3 p.m. today and Nov. 16, Center for Spiritual Living, 2125 Wylie Dr., Modesto. Roberta Anderson, a health communications consultant and certified acupressurist, will demonstrate healing techniques including the acupressure (acupuncture with out needles). Attendees will be encouraged to actively participate. (209) 485-6150.

DIVORCE CARE – 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

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 – Through 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 with insight into the 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 – Through 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.

BISHOP’S DINNER FOR THE SEMINARIANS – 5 p.m. Nov. 15; ticket deadline Wednesday, Our Lady of Fatima Church Gymnasium, Modesto. Fundraiser features honored guests, The Most Reverend Bishop Stephen E. Blaire and current seminarians. Hors d’oeuvres, silent auction, dinner, entertainment and dancing. Net proceeds benefit the Vocation Ministry of the Diocese of Stockton. (209) 604-6024.

CRAFT FAIRES

CRAFT FAIR – 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. today, 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.

ST. ANTHONY ANNUAL HOLIDAY LUNCHEON AND CRAFT FAIRE – 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 12, St. Anthony’s School, 323 N. Fremont St., Manteca. Local crafters and artisan booths. Lunch will be provided. $15 adults; $10 seniors. (209) 823-4513.

HOLIDAY AND GIFT BOUTIQUE – 5-9 p.m. Nov. 13, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov. 14-15, Holy Family Catholic Church, 4212 Dale Road, Modesto. Annual event featuring baked goods, candies, jams, decorations, home decor and art. Sneak preview 5-9 p.m. Nov. 13; event 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Nov. 14-15. (209) 545-5419.

CRAFT AND GOODS FAIRE – 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 15, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Father O’Hare Hall, 1813 Oakdale Road, Modesto. Crafts and goods from rocky road confections to children’s toys. Proceeds benefit young adults traveling to World Youth Day. (209) 551-4973.

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS – 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 22, First United Methodist Church, Modesto, 850 16th St. Featuring a variety of booths and a silent auction plus an Apple Orchard Brunch. Event free; brunch $15 adults; $10 children. (209) 522-9046.

This story was originally published November 7, 2014 at 1:08 PM with the headline "Religion Digest: Events across the Modesto region."