Anchorage Daily News

GARAGE SALE: Unity Church of Anchorage co-host a garage sale at 3144 Campbell Airstrip Road, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. today. Call for directions. (338-2334, www.unityofanchorage.org)

JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES: The Spanish District Convention of Jehovah's Witnesses will be at the Wendy Williamson Auditorium, UAA Campus, 9:20 a.m.-4:55 p.m. today and Sunday. The theme is "Keep On The Watch!" The Bible based program will be presented entirely in Spanish. All are welcome.

DOMINICAN RITE: Holy Family Cathedral, 800 W. Fifth Ave., will have Mass according to the Dominican Rite, noon today. The Dominican Rite liturgy is celebrated in Latin and rich in purpose and prayer. All are welcome. (276-3455)

GOODBYE SERVICE: Join St. John United Methodist Church, 1801 O'Malley Road, as they say goodbye to youth pastor, Adam Muhr and his family. There will be a "Luau" lunch after the 10 a.m. Sunday service, with opportunities to sponsor the Muhr family as they begin a mission to Fiji. (344-3025)

MEN'S MINISTRY: North Anchorage Church of God, 1711 S. Bragaw, will have "Life Builders" men's ministry breakfast and Bible study, 7:45-9:15 a.m. Saturdays. Enjoy a man-sized breakfast and "The Measure of Spiritual Maturity" Bible Study. Free to men of all ages. (351 4344, www.northanchorage.com)

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE: Listen to the Christian Science Radio Sentinel broadcast at 8:30 a.m. Sunday on KBYR 700-AM. Church services and Sunday school for youths through age 19 are at 10 a.m. at 1347 L St. Scriptural readings and testimonies are at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. (272-0226, www.christianscience.com)

COME ON IN: Trinity Presbyterian Church, 12310 Lorraine St., offers Sunday school for intensive- and special-needs children, staffed by trained professionals, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Sundays. Birthday parties can be arranged. It's free, but registration is required. (345-4823)

SUNDAY DEVOTIONS: Baha'is and friends gather to share prayers, singing, refreshments and discussion of spiritual topics at the Anchorage Baha'i Center, 1207 E. 74th Ave., 10 a.m.-noon Sundays. Everyone is welcome. (351-9496, www.anchoragebahai.org)

DHARMA TALK: The Rev. Koun Franz speaks at 10:25 a.m. Sundays at the Anchorage Zen Community, 359 E. 24th Ave. Instruction, study groups and other activities offered. (566-0143)

NEW LIFE: Church of the Redeemed, 1660 Patterson, extends an invitation to join in the renewal of life through communion, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday. The message prior to sharing in the Lord's Supper will be "Does Anybody Know What Time it Is?" The church shares the East Anchorage United Methodist Church building. (522-2335, cotralaska.com)

GUEST PREACHER: Martin Atrops will be the lay preacher at Joy Lutheran Church, 10111 E. Eagle River Loop Road., 9:30-10:30 a.m. Sunday. Lori Atrops will be the presider. The Rev. Martin Eldred is on a sabbatical this summer. (694-9601, www.joy-lutheran.com)

EPISCOPAL MEETING: The Nauska Salmon Episcopal Community will meet from 5-7:30 p.m. Sunday at St. Christopher's Episcopal Church, 7208 Duben Ave. There will be informal singing, Bible study, prayer and Holy Communion, followed by a potluck. (337-2974, 529-5218)

SUMMER SCHEDULE: Join St. John United Methodist Church, 1801 O'Malley Road, for traditional services at 8:30 and 10 a.m. and contemporary service at 6:30 p.m. Sundays. The Rev. John Dodson begins a one-year service as interim pastor. (344-3025, www.stjohneagle.org)

ADULT EDUCATION: At St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 2222 E. Tudor Road., examine the gospel reading for today and learn how the message relates to your life, 9 a.m. Sunday. Join the "Discover" adult program in Cay's Room after the 10 a.m. service, through Aug. 9. (563-3341, www.godsview.org)

SUMMER WORSHIP: The Rev. Kay Shock leads summer services at Jewel Lake Parish, 3833 Strawberry Road, 9:30-11 a.m. Sundays, followed by Bible study classes for all ages, coffee and snacks. Everyone is welcome. (243-2146, www.jewellakeparish.org)

WORSHIP SERVICES: All are welcome to Solid Rock Baptist Church, 1560 Abbas Circle. Sunday school starts at 9:30 a.m. Worship begins at 11 a.m. and midweek Bible study is at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. (563-6255)

SOURDOUGH GOSPEL: Enjoy Dusty Sourdough Gospel Concerts at the Sourdough Mining Company Restaurant Tent City Theater, 5200 Juneau St., 2 p.m. Sundays through Aug. 30. Free. (376-7323, dustysourdough.com)

KING OF KINGS: Join the Rev. Steve Sanders at the Greater Anchorage Pentecostal Church, 3307 Spenard Road, 2:30 p.m. Sundays. Kids' classes and friendly people. (337-4377, www.thegapchurch.com/index.html

GADGET'S GARAGE: King of Kings Lutheran Church, 1601 N. Lucille St., will have Gadget's Garage vacation Bible school, 9 a.m.-noon Monday-Friday. Learn about Jesus, sing fun songs, play games, make crafts, and more. For ages 3-12. Free. (232-6850, kingofkingswasilla.com)

MONDAY MEDITATION: Buddhist meditation and wisdom classes will be held at Kaladi Brothers Coffee, 6921 Brayton Drive, 7-8:30 p.m. Mondays, with guided meditation and discussion. Beginners are welcome. $5. (250-9454, www.meditateinalaska.org)

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: Join Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 8427 Jewel Lake Road., for vacation Bible school, 5:30-8 p.m. Monday-Friday. Sing, play games, have Bible studies, make crafts and more. Each night begins with dinner. For preschool to grade 5. $10. (243-2301, www.gloriadeilutheran.net)

TUESDAY TOTS: Babies, tots and parents gather to learn and play, 10 a.m.-noon Tuesdays at Anchorage Lutheran Church, 1420 N St. Free. (272-5323)

ZEN NEWCOMERS: Receive basic instruction in seated and walking meditation, 7-8:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at Anchorage Zen Community, 359 E. 24th Ave. Free. (www.alaska-zen.org)

WOMEN'S STUDY: Join a women's Bible study with the Rev. Kay Shock at Jewel Lake Parish, 3833 Strawberry Road, 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Free; supplies are $15. (243-2146, www.jewellakeparish.org)

GRIEF AND DIVORCE SUPPORT: Muldoon Community Assembly sponsors free support groups, 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays, 6901 DeBarr Road. Adults and children welcome. (272-3212, 338-6777)

DIVORCE CARE: Anchorage City Church, 1301 W. 100th Ave., hosts a divorce-care small group, 6:45-9 p.m. Wednesdays. Join others on the road to healing from a divorce or separation. $20. (727-0543, 561-5580, www.anchoragecitychurch.org)

ADVENTURE CLUB: Sand Lake Baptist Church, 7434 Jewel Lake Road, has a children's program, 5:30-7:15 p.m. Wednesdays, for ages 6 through sixth grade, beginning with a meal. The program is free. Meals are $2 for adults and $1 for children. (243-2168)

THURSDAY ACTIVITIES: Youth night and women's Bible study are at 7 p.m. every Thursday at Jewel Lake Parish, 3833 Strawberry Road. (243-2146, jewellakeparish.org)

GOD SQUAD: The youth ministry will meet at Greater Anchorage Pentecostal Church, 3307 Spenard Road, 7:30 p.m. Fridays in the youth room. Adult ministries will be held in the auditorium. (337-4377, www.thegapchurch.com/index.html)

FAMILY GAMES: Game night for all ages at Unity Church of Anchorage, 1300 E. 68th Ave., is at 6:30 p.m. Fridays. Games vary each week. Free. (346-2824)

MOVIE NIGHT: Unity Church of Anchorage, 1300 E. 68th Ave., presents "Movies with a Message," 6:30 p.m. every other Friday. Bring dinner and enjoy a family friendly movie. All movies are rated PG. Call for the title. Free. Love offerings welcome. (346-2824, www.unityofanchorage.org)

CENTERING PRAYER: Holy Spirit Center, 10980 Hillside Drive., will hosts a Centering Prayer Retreat, beginning 6 p.m. Friday. The three or five day silent retreat provides intensive communal Centering Prayer practice and includes videos, a Taize Prayer Service, Lectio Divina and a video discussion on "The Future of Christianity." No prior Centering Prayer retreat experience is required. $195 for three day, $325 for five days. See web site for daily schedules. (www.holyspiritcenterak.org/calendar)

DISCOVERY CANYON: Joy Lutheran Church, 10111 E. Eagle River Loop Road., will have Vacation Bible School, 6-9 p.m. Fridays through Oct. 2. For ages 3-12. (694-9601, www.joy-lutheran.com)

24-HOUR PRAYER: The Alaska Center for Spiritual Living is sponsoring 24/7 prayer assistance by professionally trained prayer practitioners. All calls are confidential. (677-2937, 866-750-7729)

SPIRITUAL GUIDANCE: Change Will Come consulting service provides faith-based guidance for those who seek understanding of how to implement spiritual living. Appointments are available 9 a.m.-4 p.m. weekly at 3300 C St., Suite 117. (360-0102)

SUPPORT GROUPS: Anchorage City Church, 1301 W. 100th Ave., offers prayer, study and support groups weekly. (www.anchoragecitychurch.org)

HEALTH SCREENINGS: The parish nurse offers blood pressure screenings and health consultations after Sunday worship and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at Joy Lutheran Church, 10111 E. Eagle River Loop Road. (694-9601)

Matters of Faith is compiled by Joy Guest, 257-4315. To list an event, visit events.adn.com. Submit announcements by 5 p.m. Tuesday for publication in Saturday's paper.

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