Religion Digest: Events across the Modesto region
Music
WESTON AND CHRISTY HINSON – 6 p.m. Sunday , Richland Faith Assembly of God, 1201 Richland Ave., Ceres. Weston is the son of the late Kenny Hinson, who is remembered for his hit song “The Lighthouse.” Free with offering.
SINGALONG “MESSIAH” – 4 p.m. Sunday , Trinity United Presbyterian Church, 1600 Carver Road, Modesto. Singers of all ages and abilities are invited to participate in the seventh annual community singalong performance of G.F. Handel’s “Messiah.” (209) 765-6388.
JULIE-N-FRIENDS – 6 p.m. Nov. 30, Christian Life Center, 650 E. Olive Ave., Merced. Julie Eichelberger with Chordsmen Quartet of Fresno; Doug Wiley of Boise, Idaho; Sheri Stambaugh of Modesto; Rachel Rivero; Bridge Of Grace; and Sweet Harmony. Free. (559) 304-1102.
GORDON MOTE – 7 p.m. Dec. 6, Ripon Christian Performing Arts Center, 435 Maple Ave., Ripon. Blind since birth, singer Gordon Mote’s s faith provides the foundation for his life and fuels his creative spirit. Free. (209) 599-2155.
Classes
FOCUSED – 4-5 pm Wednesdays, Trinity United Presbyterian Church, 1600 Carver Road in the Telle Center, Room 502, Modesto. Interactive Bible study to discuss the principles of God’s word and how we can grow closer to the Lord. (209) 529-3228.
DIVORCECARE – 6-8 p.m. Wednesdays through Dec. 4, Modesto Covenant Church, 913 Floyd Ave., Modesto. 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., Ceres. 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.
Miscellaneous
SUPPORT GROUP – 1-2:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Dec. 2, Centenary United Methodist Church, McHenry and Norwegian avenues, Modesto. A video-driven support group for those who have lost a loved one. Registration $15, includes workbook.
WHO ARE THE CRYPTO JEWS? –
1 p.m. today, Congregation Beth Shalom, 1705 Sherwood Ave., Modesto. Rabbi Yosef Garcia, an international advocate for and expert on the Crypto Jews, will speak. (209) 571-6060.
Holidays
THANKSGIVING DINNER – Noon Sunday, Livingston United Methodist Church Pioneer Hall, 11695 Olive Ave., Livingston. Turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy will be supplied. All are welcome and are asked to bring a favorite Thanksgiving side dish to share and/or you can leave a donation to help offset the cost. (209) 394-2264.
INTERFAITH THANKSGIVING CELEBRATION – 7 p.m. Monday, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 731 El Vista Ave., Modesto. Readings, music and refreshments with representatives from numerous faiths and cultures including Jewish, Hindu, Buddhist, Muslim, Sikh, Christian and more. (209) 484-5937.
ST. STANISLAUS HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, St. Stanislaus Community Center, 1416 Maze Blvd., Modesto. Baked goods, gift items, furniture, crafts, food and more. (209) 523-7006.
CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARTY – 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 6, Calvary Baptist Church, 1732 Miller Ave., Modesto. Food, fun and games with a coat giveaway. (209) 524-0922.
Send events by noon Tuesday to Pat Clark at pclark@modbee.com and include “Religion Digest” in the subject line.
This story was originally published November 21, 2014 at 11:36 AM with the headline "Religion Digest: Events across the Modesto region."