Anchorage Daily News

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

DETOX SERMON: The Rev. Jon Disburg begins the sermon series "Detox" at Anchor Park United Methodist Church, 2300 Oak Drive, 11 a.m.-noon Sunday. He will speak about replacing toxic habits with seeds that bear the fruits of the Spirit. (277-0152, anchorpark.org)

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

PANCAKES PLUS: Everyone is invited to First Congregational Church, 2610 E. Northern Lights Blvd., for breakfast, including omelets and Belgian waffles, 9-10:15 a.m. Sunday. (272-8363)

SUMMER SCHEDULE: St. John United Methodist Church, 1801 O'Malley Road, has started its summer schedule, with 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: Join St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 2222 E. Tudor Road., and examine the Gospel reading for today and learn how the message relates to your life, 9 a.m. Sunday. (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 mid-week Bible study is at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. (563-6255)

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE: Listen to the Christian Science Radio Sentinel broadcast on "Relationships and Dating" 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. Wednesday. Scriptural readings and testimonies are at 7:30 p.m. (272-0226, www.christianscience.com)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

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)

SACRIFICE AND PRAISE: Join the Rev. Isaiah Mary Molano for a three-part series at Holy Family Cathedral, 800 W. Fifth Ave., on "Gifts of Sacrifice and Praise: The Priesthood of Jesus Christ and the Christian Vocation," 7 p.m. Tuesdays through July 21. While this event is aimed at young adults in their 20s and 30s, all are welcome.

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., 6:30 p.m. Fridays. Games vary each week. Free.

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

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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