ASSISTANCE

Angel Food Ministries distribution points are located at Northside Baptist Church, 53198 C.R. 9 N., and California Road Missionary Church, 29765 C.R. 12 W. Includes fresh and frozen items, $30 per box/unit. No applications or qualifications necessary. EBT cards or food stamps are accepted in person only. Information: 970-7449 (Northside) or www.californiaroad .org (California Road).

Church Without Walls, 731 Wagner Ave., food pantry open from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays and 10 a.m. to noon Thursdays. Information: 293-0776.

Elkhart Community Senior Outreach gives out canned food on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church, 802 W. Garfield Ave., Elkhart. Information: 293-2467 or 295-6970.

Emerge Ministries is a homeless prevention service agency in Elkhart County serving the needs of families at risk. Please contact us at 293-0776.

Guidance Ministries, 216 N. Second St. Come in for a cup of coffee. Food pantry and clothing ministry from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Bring a picture ID. Information: Sister Judy at 296-7192 or www.guidanceministries.com.

House of Power Food Pantry, 28103 C.R. 20, Elkhart. For assistance call the church at 522-7211.

CONCERTS

Grammy-nominated Christian worship band SONICFLOOd will perform at 8 p.m. Sept. 26 at the Grand Horizon Center, 1610 S. Nappanee St. Tickets are available for $22, $20, $18 and $15 from Family Christian bookstores.

Benton Free Baptist Church is sponsoring a free concert at Fairfield High School Auditorium at 2 p.m. Sunday to see Southern gospel horizon group of the year Paid in Full. A free-will offering will be taken. For more information call Gina at 202-4204.

FELLOWSHIP

House of Power Fellowship holds prayer at 8 a.m. Saturdays at its daycare in Elkhart and then neighborhood cleanup at Washington Gardens. Contact Robert Crockett, 215-2192, or Shawn Lange, 674-4373, for more information.

Four Winds Fellowship, M-51 and C.R. 215 South, will have outdoor men's conference at 3 p.m. Sept. 27. The message will be delivered by Pastor Bill Bruneau of Penn Friends Church is Cassopolis. Praise and worship will be led by Brother Keith Klann, with special songs from Jeff Wilder. Following the service there will be fellowship and a soup as well as a bonfire. For more information call Pastor Delbert Ritchie at 423-8059.

Zion Community Church, Clinton Brick Mennonite Church and St. Peter's Lutheran Church will celebrate Millersburg Church in the Park at 10:30 a.m. Sunday at Cook Station Park. The theme for the service is "God's Creation." A community carry-in meal will follow.

The St. Vincent de Paul Festival will be Thursday and Sept. 27 and 28 at Main and Prairie streets. Thursday events will feature a spaghetti dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. On Sept. 27, activities include a bake sale, food, games, a talent show, karaoke, Bingo and folklore dance from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. On Sept. 28 breakfast will be served by Knights of Columbus and the Latina community from 8 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.

St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 405 W. Beardsley Ave., Elkhart, offers Wednesday evening meals from 5 to 6 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month. Cost: $3 for adults; children younger than 12, free. A family plan of $12 per family is also available. Information: 293-0482.

First United Methodist Church, 301 S. Main St., Middlebury, will offer Movie Musings at 6:30 p.m. Saturdays. Cost: free. An inspirational discussion will follow the screening.

The Northern Indiana Christian Singles Group's 3rd Friday Supper Group meets at 6 p.m. the third Friday of each month at Gordy's Sub Pub, 206 Johnston St., Goshen. Information: 370-7876 or www.northernindianachristiansingles.org.

Bikers at The Crossing, a ministry for bikers by bikers, meets at 1 p.m. every Sunday at 1201 W. Pike (U.S. 33). Each meeting is followed by a motorcycle-related event. Information: 534-ROCK or www.bikersatthecrossing.org.

Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church, 802 W. Garfield Ave., senior citizen program from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Information: Dell Davis at 293-2467 or the church at 295-6970.

Next Step Brunch Group meets at 12:45 p.m. on the third Sunday of each month. Meeting takes place at a different restaurant each month. Build new friendships and experience personal growth. Information: 875-4479 or www.mycrossroadscommunity.com.

Next Step Singles group meets Mondays at 6:30 p.m. at Crossroads Community Church, C.R. 17 and C.R. 18, Goshen. For singles seeking personal development and something more in life. A book study with discussion and fellowship, led by Garry Hoffman. Information: 875-4479 or www.mycrossroadscommunity.com.

Mom to Mom, a safe place for moms to share the joys and frustrations of motherhood and to explore the purposes and promises God gives to parents, meets Tuesday mornings from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at McCoy Memorial Baptist Church, 134 St. Clair Ave., Elkhart. Child care provided. Information and registration: 294-1131.

Men's Fraternity is seeking men who are looking to have a deeper walk with God, to get to know other guys and to have a healthier family and work life. Group meetings are from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays or 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays at Northside Church of the Nazarene, 53515 C.R. 7 N., Elkhart. Information: 264-5866.

"Encounter," a unique worship experience for 20- and 30-somethings, is at 6:30 p.m. every Tuesday night at Crossroads Community Church, C.R. 17 and C.R. 18. A time of discussion and fellowship is led by Karl Black. For more information call 875-4479.

Trinity United Methodist Church, 2715 E. Jackson Blvd., Elkhart, every Wednesday offers a meal and a variety of classes for adults, youth and children 2 and older. The meal is served from 4:45 to 6 p.m. Cost: $4 for adults and $3 for children, with a maximum of $10 for a family. Information: 294-7602.

First Church of Christ, Scientist, 2913 E. Bristol St., Elkhart, meets from 7 to 8 p.m. every Wednesday for an informal testimonial meeting. Join us and learn how the truths of the Bible can be used in your everyday life.

The Connections Service is presented at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month at River of Life Community Church, 2626 Prairie St., Elkhart. Live music is performed in a relaxed cafe atmosphere and is followed by discussion. Information: 522-2114.

Christian addictions support group is held each Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Guidance Ministries, 216 N. Second St., Elkhart. Public is welcome. Refreshments served. Information: 296-7192.

Full Gospel Business Men's Fellowship International meets at 6:30 p.m. the third Thursday of each month at Old Country Buffet, Market Centre, U.S. 33 North, Goshen.

Infinite Heart Vedantic Chanting Group meets at various times and locations. Visitors welcome to the nonsectarian, no-dues, no-gurus group. For information contact Orva Schrock at 875-6298 or otsclu@msn.com.

MEETINGS/INSTRUCTION

Fellowship of Hope Church, 1618 S. Sixth St., Elkhart, will be the site of the first family and friends crusade titled, "In Him Will I Trust," at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 3, 6 p.m. Oct. 4 and 4 p.m. Oct. 5. Speakers include Evangelist Dora Hill of Indianapolis on Oct. 3, Pastor Mark Boyd of South Bend on Oct. 4 and Bishop Mark Haywood of Fort Wayne on Oct. 5. Contact Pastor Tracy Higgins at 294-1364.

Guidance Ministries, 216 N. Second St., will be offering a new Bible study series on the book of James starting from 11 a.m. to noon Wednesdays through the end of the year. Call Sean at Guidance at 296-7192.

Living Gospel Church, West Walnut and North Locke streets, Nappanee, is offering community Bible study for women of all ages at 9 a.m. Wednesdays through Nov. 19 on the book of Acts. Classes provided for children 2-5 years and a nursery is available for babies. Information: Judy Kitson at (260) 894-4303.

Moms In Touch for Jefferson Elementary School meets at 9 a.m. Fridays at Jefferson Brethren Church, 58915 S.R. 15, Goshen. Child care is provided. Information: Miriam Nowak at 875-4895.

MOPS group is starting at First United Methodist Church, 400 W. Mishawaka Road, Elkhart. Meets from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Fridays. Child care provided. Information: 294-1649 or kidkonnectionfumc@yahoo.com.

Discipleship discover meetings are offered at Guidance Ministries every Friday at 7 p.m. Meetings are held at 216 N. Second St., Elkhart, with teacher Clayton Abrel. Refreshments served. Information: 296-7192.

Reformers Unanimous, a Christ-centered addictions program, meets from 7 to 9 p.m. Fridays at Grace Bible Baptist Church, 68080 Division St., New Paris. Information: 528-0062 or www.reformu.com.

St. James AME Women's Bible study is at 10:30 a.m. Saturdays at 122 Dr. King Drive, Elkhart.

Divorce Care Group, 6:30 p.m. Mondays at Crossroads Community Church, C.R. 17 at C.R. 18, Goshen. Discussions on anger, forgiveness, being alone and dealing with kids. Call Donita 848-0891 or Todd 351-3509.

Every Man's Battle support group for men dealing with issues of sexual integrity and wholeness, 6:30 p.m. Mondays at River Oaks Community Church, 58020 C.R. 115, Goshen. Information: Joe Vance at 538-2316.

Discipleship classes are offered at 6 p.m. Tuesdays at Mountain Top Revival Center, 216 N. Second St., Elkhart. Information: Pastor Frank King at 296-7192, ext. 10, or visit www.guidanceministries.com on the Web.

DivorceCare, a special help seminar and support group for people going through divorce and separation, meets at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays at River Oaks Community Church, 58020 C.R. 115, for adults. Information: Terry and Teri Miller at 522-7338.

Central Christian Church, 418 W. Franklin St., Elkhart, is offering a Bible study on the book of Acts from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays.

Canaan Baptist Church Bible study is at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. every Wednesday at 933 Fieldhouse Ave., Elkhart. Come study and learn with us. Mother LaVerne Hadley is the teacher.

Trinity United Methodist Church, 2715 E. Jackson Blvd., Elkhart, offers a meal and a variety of classes for adults, youth and children 2 and older on Wednesdays. Meal is served from 4:45 to 6 p.m. and costs $4 for adults, $3 for children ($10 maximum for family). Information: 294-7602.

Harvest Ministries, 54820 C.R. 1, has a Bible study at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday studying Revelations. For information contact Pastors Lowell and Pat Hutsell at 264-4441.

Heart Ministries Bible Study Services will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays in Room 406 of the Elkhart Public Library, 300 S. Second St., Elkhart. Information: John Dye at 226-2429.

Celebrate Recovery meets from 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays at Nappanee Missionary Church, 70417 S.R. 19 N. Information: 773-7773.

Celebrate Recovery, 12-step program dealing with hurts, habits and hang-ups, will be from 6:45 to 7:30 p.m. large group (worship, teaching or testimony); 7:30 to 8:15 p.m. small group meeting (gender specific); 8:15 to 8:45 p.m. Fellowship Cafe. Every Thursday evening at Trinity United Methodist Church, 2715 E. Jackson Blvd., Elkhart. Please use south (rear) door. Child care available. Information: 294-7602 or www.3umc.org.

Oasis support group meets the third Sunday of each month (January, March, May, July, September and November) to help Christian families, friends and caregivers share about caring for loved ones with mental illness needs. Information: Gary Shetler at 533-3904 or Jim Smith at 875-0074.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Riverview Mennonite Church of White Pigeon, Mich., will have a dedication service and open house for its new building at 4 p.m. Sept. 28.

A "Blessing of the Animals" service will be held at 3 p.m. Sept. 28 at Creekside Church of the Brethren, 60455 C.R. 113, Elkhart. Small pets should be crated and dogs must be leashed. Refreshments will be served to people and pets. Information: www.creeksideconnected.com or 875-7800.

Union Center Church of the Brethren, 70535 C.R. 11, Nappanee, will have spiritual renewal services Sept. 28-30. The Sunday morning service will start at 9 a.m. and each evening service will start at 7 p.m. Speaker for the services is Chris Bowman.

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