Anchorage Daily News

STUDY GROUP: Join Infinite Way meditation and study of the writings of Joel Goldsmith at 10054 Thimbleberry Drive, 11 a.m. Saturdays, except holiday weekends. (522-0508)

PET BLESSING: Bring your pet to Lutheran Church of Hope, 1847 W. Northern Lights Blvd, 11 a.m. today for a blessing. If you cannot bring your pet, bring a favorite toy or a food dish for blessing. Snacks will be provided for people and pets. (hopeak.org)

TORAH READING AND DISCUSSION: Reject evil and see god face to face during hours of spontaneous worship and intercession at Wellspring, 2511 Sentry Drive, 11 a.m.-midnight. Come and go any time. (563 7117)

DOMINICAN RITE: All are welcome to Holy Family Cathedral, 800 W. Fifth Ave., for Mass according to the Dominican Rite, noon today. (276-3455)

SPIRITUAL GATHERING: Various speakers will share their knowledge and experience for an uplifting hour at the Atom Center, 4025 Raspberry Road., 9:30-10:30 a.m. Sunday. Donations accepted. (561-2464)

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

PASTOR RETURNS: Returning from summer sabbatical, the Rev. Martin Eldred will preach a Joy Lutheran Church, 10111 E. Eagle River Loop Road, 9:30 a.m. Sunday. The children's Chapel will be in session following Children's Time. (694-9601, www.joy-lutheran.com)

WE ARE FAMILY: Lighthouse Christian Fellowship hosts "We Are Family Sunday" at the East High School Auditorium, 4025 E. Northern Lights Blvd., 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday. Recording artists Angelo and Veronica will minister in song. Children's church will be available. Free. (272-2252, www.lighthousealaska.org)

ADULT EDUCATION: There will be three classes at St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 2222 E. Tudor Road, 10:30 a.m. Sunday. "The Emerging Church" will discusses changes in the Episcopal church. "Discover" is a program for adult seekers and inquirers. "Today's Gospel" examines the Gospel reading. (563-3341, www.godsview.org)

SERMON SERIES: Anchor Park United Methodist Church, 2300 Oak Drive, celebrates "Open Hearts, Open Minds and Open Doors" with the Next Door Savior sermon series intended to introduce or reintroduce families and friends to Jesus Christ. (277-0152, www.anchorpark.org)

FEAST OF ST. FRANCIS: Archbishop Schwietz will celebrate the Feast of St. Francis at the Brother Francis Shelter, 1021 E. Third Ave., 2 p.m. Sunday. Free. (277-1731, www.cssalaska.org)

EPISCOPAL SERVICE: The Nauska Salmon Episcopal Community will meet for informal singing, Bible reading, prayer and Holy Communion, 5-7 p.m. Sunday at 7208 Duben Ave. A potluck will be held afterward. (337-2974, 529-5218)

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE: Listen to the Christian Science Radio Sentinel broadcast on "What Really Heals?" 8:30 a.m. Sunday on KBYR 700 AM. Two live internet chats will help answer questions on "Home: More Than A Place To Hang Your Hat" 10 a.m. Tuesday and "Healing Prayer: An Effective Response To Swine Flue," 10 a.m. Thursday; both at www.spirituality.com. (272-0226, www.christianscience.com)

FRIENDSHIP MINISTRIES: A special needs Sunday school for pre-teens and teenagers takes place at St. John United Methodist Church, 1801 O'Malley Road, 5:30-6:15 p.m. Sundays. Share in music, Bible stories and fellowship. A new class for elementary children with special needs meets at 11 a.m. Sundays. "The Way of the Child" includes Bible stories, crafts and sharing. (344-3025, www.stjohneagle.org)

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

BIBLE STUDY: Join the "Surrendering the Secret" Bible study at CPC Pregnancy Center, 2902 Boniface Parkway, Suite 200, 6:30-9 p.m. Mondays. Women who have had an abortion will talk and heal with Christ. Inquiries are confidential. $10. (Pre-register; www.cpcanchorage.com/post_abortion_care, 337-9292, lynda@cpcanchorage.com)

MONDAY MEDITATION: Attend Buddhist meditation and wisdom classes 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)

BIBLE STUDY: Join free Bible study fellowships on John. Men's classes meet at 6:55 p.m. Mondays at Faith Christian Community, 4240 Wisconsin St. Women's classes meet at 9 a.m. Thursdays at First Baptist Church, 1110 W. 10th Ave., and 6:55 p.m. Mondays at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 12310 Lorraine St. A program for preschool children is offered during the day class and for school-age children during the evening classes. (770-6145)

FINANCIAL PEACE: Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 18444 Old Glenn Highway, hosts Dave Ramsey's Financial Peace University, 7-8:45 p.m. Mondays through Dec. 21. Learn about managing your finances from a Biblical perspective. Call to register. (688-2157)

MOMS IN TOUCH: Join other moms from 12:10-1:10 p.m. Tuesdays at Anchorage Baptist Temple, 6401 E. Northern Lights Blvd., and replace anxiety and fear with peace and joy by praying for children and schools. (333-6535, MomsInTouch.org)

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)

TRINITY TUESDAY: Trinity Christian Reformed Church, 3000 E. 16th Ave., hosts free Bible study classes 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Cadets Boy's Club is for grades 1-8 and GEMS is for girls in pre-K to grade 6. Classes give men and boys the chance to share their love for Jesus and provide a place for girls to belong and build lasting relationships with God. Coffee Break, a Bible group for women, will study the book of Genesis. A free nursery is provided for ages 5 and younger. All are welcome. (272-8431, www.trinitycrc.alaska.com)

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)

STORY HOUR: Trinity Christian Reformed Church, 3000 E. 16th Ave., offers a program for preschoolers, with Bible stories, songs, action rhymes, drama and crafts, 9:45-11:30 a.m. Wednesdays. Coffee Break, a Bible study for women, will occur at the same time, with a study of Genesis. Free. Child care is provided for ages 2 and younger. (272-8431, www.trinitycrcalaska.com)

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)

MARRIAGE SEMINAR: Anchor Park United Methodist Church, 2300 Oak Drive, presents "Your Time Starved Marriage," 6-8 p.m. Thursdays through Oct. 15. Learn how to stay connected in the midst of your busy lives. Child care is provided. Free. (277-0152, www.anchorpark.org)

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)

TIME FOR HEALING: Church of the Redeemed presents a workshop designed to help identify old hurts that are hindering spiritual and mental growth and begin healing with Bible scriptures and other activities. "It Starts with the Heart: A Time for Healing" will be from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Oct. 10 at the Spenard Recreation Center, 2020 W. 48th St. For ages 18 and older. Call to register. Limited to 20. (522-2335)

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, 1-866-750-7729)

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)

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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