Church happenings: November 27, 2009

From staff reports

ANGLICAN

Anglican Mission in America: Fellowship and study group meets at 6 p.m. Wednesdays for food, fellowship and Bible study. The group is studying the Book of Acts. For more information, including the study location, call 803-324-3538.

ARP

Ebenezer ARP Church, Ebenezer Road, Rock Hill: Dr. Len Branham, missionary to Pakistan, will speak at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Covered-dish dinner is at 5:45 p.m. Poinsettias to be used in the sanctuary in December are $10. Volunteers will work at Operation Christmas Child on Thursday.

First ARP Church, East White Street, Rock Hill: Beginning of Advent celebration, 8:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday. Preschool hot dog fundraiser, Friday before the Rock Hill Christmas parade. To make reservations, call the church office, 803-327-2009, by Wednesday.

Neely's Creek ARP Church, Rock Hill: Christmas Festival concerts, 7 p.m. Dec. 5 and 6 p.m. Dec. 6. A reception will be after each concert.

BAPTIST

Hymn Choir Union: Christmas dinner, 6 p.m. Dec. 5 at Nazareth Baptist Church, Robertson Road, Rock Hill.

Bible Baptist Church, U.S. 21 Bypass, Fort Mill: Matthew Hanke and Family will sing at 10 and 11 a.m. Dec. 6. Hanke will preach at 11 a.m. also. The choir from Bible Baptist Church in Matthews, N.C., will perform its cantata, “The Mystery of Christmas,” at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9.

Boyd Hill Baptist Church, Glenn Street, Rock Hill: Youth day will be observed Sunday. Morning worship will be at 10 a.m. and Sunday school at 9 a.m.

Cedar Grove Baptist Church, Saluda Road, Chester: Family and Friends celebration, 6 p.m. Sunday with music and talent.

Faith Baptist Church, J.A. Cochran Boulevard, Chester: Christmas revival, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Dec. 6 and 7 p.m. Dec. 7 through 9 with evangelist Mike Renfrow. Special music and nursery provided. Dinner on the grounds after morning worship Dec. 6.

First Baptist Church, South Main Street, Clover: Outdoor Christmas drama, “A Visit to Bethlehem,” Dec. 4, 5, 6, 11, 12 and 13. Hours are 7 to 9 p.m. Fridays, 6 to 9 p.m. Saturdays and 5 to 8 p.m. Sundays. The event is free and open to the public.

First Baptist Church, Dave Lyle Boulevard, Rock Hill: First Baptist will offer two “Surviving the Holidays” seminars in December. A GriefShare seminar will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday in the church apex for those who are grieving loved ones who have died. A DivorceCare seminar will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday in the church apex for those who are coping with a recent separation or divorce. Both seminars offer practical ideas and insights from Christian counselors, pastors and psychologists to cope with the holiday season. Participants also get a holiday survival guide with more than 30 encouraging readings, helpful charts and tips. For more information about the seminars or to sign up, call Charlie Lucas, 803-327-7181, or visit www.fbcrockhill.org/support_groups.

First Baptist Church, South Congress Street, York: Brunch with Santa, 9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Dec. 5 in the fellowship hall. Cost is $6 per child and includes a picture with Santa, a meal, crafts and a Christmas story. Adult meals are $6. There are a limited amount of tickets, and they can be purchased from 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Dec. 1 in the fellowship hall or from PassportKids Campers. Proceeds will go to the children's mission camp.

Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, Chester: Men's Choir anniversary, 5 p.m. today.

Harmony Baptist Church, Harmony Church Road, Edgemoor: Week of prayer for international missions, Sunday through Dec. 6. International mission study led by Rachel Coyle, 5:30 p.m. Dec. 6.

Midway Baptist Church, S.C. 55 West, York: Dedication for the new sanctuary will be at 10:30 a.m. Sunday with special music by the Midway Sanctuary Choir, members of the congregation and the Rev. Travis Cain. Fellowship meal afterward. Members, friends and former members invited.

Mount Prospect Baptist Church, West Black Street, Rock Hill: Hanging of the Greens, 6 p.m. Sunday.