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CHURCH HAPPENINGS
By Staff Reports · The Herald
Published 07/05/08 - 12:00 AM |
AME ZION

REACH evangelism event: 4 to 8 p.m. July 12 in the Oakridge Community in Lake Wylie. There will be free food, games, giveaways and crafts. The event is sponsored by Liberty Hill, China Grove, Zoar, New Love, New Home and Clover AME Zion churches in addition to Carolina Panther Thomas Davis and Piedmont Medical Center. The event is open to all in the community.

Mount Calvary AME Zion Church, Neelys Creek Road, Rock Hill: Family and Friends Day, 11 a.m. July 13.

United AME Zion Church, Steele Street, Fort Mill: Revival services, 2:30 p.m. July 13 and 7 p.m. July 14 and 15. Details: (803) 325-2527.

ARP

Bethany ARP Church, S.C. 161 North, Clover: Homecoming, 11 a.m. July 13 with a covered-dish lunch afterward in the fellowship hall. All members, former members and friends are invited. Details: Call the church, (803) 222-9897.

Ebenezer ARP Church, Ebenezer Road, Rock Hill: Senior high Appalachia mission trip begins today. Second Mile Club, 10:30 a.m. Thursday. Parents Night Out and Kids Fun Night, 6 to 9 p.m. Friday. Inquirer's weekend for prospective members, July 12 and 13.

Neely's Creek ARP Church, Neely's Creek Road, Rock Hill: There will be no worship Sunday evenings in July. Senior Highs left for mission work in Appalachia.

BAPTIST

Boyd Hill Baptist Church, Glenn Street, Rock Hill: Christian Education Program, 2 p.m. July 13 with Minister Dolores Williams.

College Park Baptist Church, Eisenhower Road, Rock Hill: Vacation Bible School, "Power Lab," 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. July 13 through 17 for children 2 years old through fifth grade.

First Baptist Church, Dave Lyle Boulevard, Rock Hill: Randy Smith, regional field officer for the Gideons, will speak at 8:15 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday. Summer music camp for children in kindergarten through fifth grade, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The musical is "Pirates of the I Don't Care-ibbean." Registration is $25. To sign up, call 327-7181.

First Baptist Church, York: Bike ride, 6:30 p.m. July 13 for a tour of historic York. All ages invited. Snack time and devotion afterward.

Mitford Baptist Church, Forest Lakes Circle, Great Falls: Richard Knight Sr. and Hannah Knight will share a taped interview with Frank Buckles, 107 and the oldest living World War I veteran, at 6:45 p.m. Sunday.

Mountain Pilgrim Baptist Church, Mockingbird Lane, Rock Hill: The Spiritual Harmonizers of Lancaster, the Stars of Zions, the Mighty Men of God and others will perform 6 p.m. July 13.

NewKirk Baptist Church, Museum Road, Rock Hill: Vacation Bible School, "Outrigger Island," 6 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday through Friday. Details: 325-2002.

New Hope Baptist Church, Neely's Creek Road, Rock Hill: Vacation Bible School kickoff, 6 p.m. July 12 with a cookout and singing. VBS, 6:30 p.m. July 14 through 17. Registration at 6 p.m. Commencement at 6:30 p.m. July 18.

New Zion Missionary Baptist Church: Hymn Choir anniversary, 7 p.m. Friday.

Northside Baptist Church, Rock Hill: Vacation Bible School, Sunday through Thursday at the church from 6 to 8:30 p.m. and at Confederate Park from 6 to 8 p.m.

Second Baptist Church, Mount Holly Road, Rock Hill: Vacation Bible School, "Outrigger Island," 6 to 8 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 12 for nursery through youth. There will be crafts, recreation and food. Details: (803) 322-8735.

Second Wilson Baptist Church, Ashford Street, Chester: Revival, 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Sunday and 7 p.m. Sunday through Friday. Choirs will sing nightly.

Temple Baptist Church, Celriver Road, Rock Hill: Vacation Bible School kickoff, 4 to 6 p.m. July 19. Sessions each night from 6 to 8:15 p.m. July 20 through 24. Family Night, 3 to 5 p.m. July 26. There will be music, crafts, recreation and food. Details: 547-7609 or (803) 366-5315.

West End Baptist Church, McConnells Highway, Rock Hill: Kids Adventure Camp, "Journey Below The Earth," 6 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday through Friday. Amanda Mayo of 91.9 will visit Sunday and give out Frisbees and ice cream to all attendees. To register, call 327-2811 or visit the Web site www.kidsatwebc.org.

Weeping Mary Baptist Church, Rock Hill: Family and Friends Day, 11 a.m. July 13. Details: Call Jackie Neal, 329-1022 or (704) 686-1177.

EPISCOPAL

Episcopal Church of Our Saviour, Caldwell Street, Rock Hill: Vacation Bible School, "Beach Party," 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday for children 4 years old through fifth grade. Call the church, 327-1131, to register. Holy Eucharist, noon, Wednesdays.

LUTHERAN

Lake Wylie Lutheran Church, S.C. 160 West at Gold Hill Road, Fort Mill: Vacation Bible School, "Rainforest Adventure," 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. July 13 through 17. Cost is $10 per child, with a $30 family cap. Registration is due by Friday. Space is limited.

METHODIST

Aldersgate United Methodist Church, Celanese Road, Rock Hill: United Methodist Men summer workday, 8:30 to 11 a.m. July 12. Vacation Bible School, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. July 13 through 16 for children 3 to 10 years old. Registration forms available at the church.

Antioch United Methodist Church, West Rambo Road, Rock Hill: Vacation Bible School, "Beach Party: Surfing through the Scriptures," 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 12. If rain, it will end at 3 p.m. Open to the community.

Bethel United Methodist Church, Curtis Street, Rock Hill: Going to T-Bones on the Lake by boat, 11:30 a.m. Wednesday. Sign up Sunday or call the church's office, (803) 327-4881. Super Salad Lunch, after morning worship July 13. Salads include tossed, chicken, potato, congealed, pasta, broccoli and deviled eggs with dessert and drink. Lunch is $6 for adults, $3 for children 5 to 10 years old and free for children younger than 4. The money will go for women's and children's missions.

El Bethel United Methodist Church, U.S. 21, Fort Lawn: Vacation Bible School, "Beach Party: Surfin' through the Scriptures," 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For children 2 to 12 years old.

Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, Fort Mill Highway, Fort Mill: Vacation Bible School "Beach Party: Surfin' through the Scriptures," 6 to 8 p.m. July 13 through 17 for children 2 years old through youth. Meal at 5:30 p.m. To register, call 548-4922.

Trinity United Methodist Church, East Liberty Street, York: CPCC Aladdin, 8:30 a.m. Monday. Admission: $8 prepaid to hold seat. Bring money for Chick-fil-A lunch. For children in fourth and fifth grades. Charlotte Knights game, leave church at 5:15 p.m. Friday. Tickets: $7 through $10, or less if 20 or more people go. Bowling, 8:30 to 11 p.m. July 13. Tickets: $10 for pizza, soft drink, shoes and unlimited games. Bring extra money for hockey and video games. For children from sixth through 12th grades. Vacation Bible School, July 14 through 18 for children 2 years old through fifth grade.

Woodland United Methodist Church, Cherry Road, Rock Hill: Basketball camp, 6:15 to 8:30 p.m. July 7 through 10 for middle and high schoolers. Cost: $20. Details: 366-5946. Prayer service, 7 p.m. Monday. Stretch and Walk, 9:30 a.m. Monday through Thursday. Freaky Friday, preparing treats for homebound members, Friday.

NAZARENE

Fort Mill Church of the Nazarene, Harris Street, Fort Mill: Program of patriotic music by the Chancel Choir, 10:45 a.m. Sunday. Nursery provided.

NONDENOMINATIONAL

Rock Hill Christian Ministerial Association: Radio show, WRHI, Sunday.

Summer lakeside worship: 8:30 a.m. Sundays through Sept. 1 at Ebenezer Park. Parking is free before 9 a.m. Sponsored by India Hook United Methodist Church.

Christ Deliverance Church, Ogden Road, Rock Hill: Women's Ministry, 10 a.m. today.

Gateway to Heaven Church, Turkey Creek Road, York: Beans and cornbread, 4 p.m. July 19 and gospel singing, 6 p.m. Cost is $2 a bowl.

Go Ye Ministries, Henry Street, Fort Mill: Revival, 7 p.m. Monday through July 12.

Greater Life Ministries, Rock Hill: Revival, 7 p.m. July 16 though 18.

Higher Ground Church, Possum Hollow Road, Indian Land: High Power Soccer Camp, 9 a.m. to noon July 14 through 18. Registration is $60 per child and includes camper bag, T-shirt, soccer ball, water bottle, camper booklet, Wordless Gospel wristband and sweat wristband. Space is limited, and registration is due by Sunday. Details: Call the church office, 802-3189.

Kentucky Missions: Barbecue and Chili Cook-off, Sept. 19 and 20 at McConnells ballfield. There will be live music and prizes. For entry, call (803) 389-4409.

Redeeming Life Church, Rock Hill: The church will host the summer free lunch program at noon weekdays through July 11.

Shield of Faith Family Church, Fire Tower Road, Rock Hill: 6 a.m. daily on Channel 14. Message is delivered by Pastors Larry and Kathy Soles. Lakeland, Fla. Revival by live feed, 7 p.m. nightly. Elderly Outreach at Willowbrook Crossing, 1 to 3 p.m. July 19. Special People Party, July 26. Vacation Bible School, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. July 28 through Aug. 1. A Blast from the Past at the drive-in, 9 p.m. Aug. 1. Bring lawn chairs. Full concession stand. Cost to be announced.

PRESBYTERIAN

Doby's Bridge Presbyterian Church, Doby's Bridge Road, Fort Mill: Vacation Bible School, "Beach Party: Surfing through the Scriptures," 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday. Classes for all ages, children through adults. Nursery provided. Light meal at 6:30 p.m.

Oakland Avenue Presbyterian Church, Oakland Avenue, Rock Hill: The July worship schedule will be 9 a.m. Sunday school and 10 a.m. worship. Second Sunday contemporary worship, 6 to 7 p.m. July 13. The community is invited to plant seeds and enjoy a cookout before and after the service in the activities center.

Rock Hill First Presbyterian Church, East Main Street, Rock Hill: No Sunday school classes will meet Sunday. Covered-dish picnic in the ministry center after the 11 a.m. worship service Sunday.

WESLEYAN

Rock Hill First Wesleyan Church, Annafrel Street, Rock Hill: Vacation Bible School, "Egypt Expedition," 6 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday for children in kindergarten through sixth grade. The Good News Crew puppet team from Marion, Ohio, will present each night's program. Preregistration is from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday. Those preregistered have a chance to win a bike. Details: Call 328-0235 or visit the Web site rockhillchurch.org.

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