CHURCH HAPPENINGS

AME

Adams Chapel AME Church, West Main Street, Rock Hill: The Rev. Kenneth C. Taylor, founding pastor, has been assigned to Turner Memorial AME Church in West Columbia. The newly assigned pastor is the Rev. Dr. Jacques Days, a local medical doctor. Under Taylor's leadership the last nine years, the church grew from a handful of members with no permanent location to more than 100. Various new ministries were started, among them the Voices of Adams Chapel choir.

AME ZION

Rock Hill District: Lay Council, 10 a.m. today at New Home AME Zion Church, S.C. 49, York.

York-Chester District: Mass Choir Christmas concert, 5 p.m. Dec. 22 at Metropolitan AME Zion Church in Chester.

Liberty Hill AME Zion Church, Lake Wylie: Children and youth Christmas play, "A Candy Cane at Christmas," 6 tonight in the fellowship hall. Christmas cantata, 5 p.m. Dec. 23. Christmas Day service, 10 a.m. Dec. 25.

Pleasant View AME Zion Church, Old Columbia Road, Chester: 102nd church anniversary, 3 p.m. Sunday with the Rev. Harold Jones of O'Zion AME Zion Church in Charlotte.

ARP

Ebenezer ARP Church, Ebenezer Road, Rock Hill: Second Mile Club Christmas trip to Indian Trail, N.C., for a Christmas show is today. First- and second-graders deliver gifts to the Children's Attention Home today. Selections from the "Messiah" sung by tenor Daniel Stein during worship Sunday. Lessons and Carols service, Dec. 23 with instrumentalists from the Charlotte Symphony. Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion, 5 p.m. Dec. 24 with music beginning at 4:30 p.m.

First ARP Church, East White Street, Rock Hill: Lessons and Carols service, 8:30 and 11 am. Sunday with readings by members of the congregation and musical works by Mendelssohn, Bach, John Rutter, David Donner, Mark Wilberg and others. Senior high caroling and Christmas party, 3 p.m. Dec. 16. Christmas bedtime stories, 5:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesday. Christmas Eve candlelight service, 5 and 9 p.m. Dec. 24.

Neely's Creek ARP Church, Neely's Creek Road, Rock Hill: Christmas cantata, "The Winter Rose," 11 a.m. Sunday. Carol sing, 6 p.m. Sunday with community caroling afterward. Neely's Creekers, 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at Jackson's Cafeteria.

Tirzah ARP Church, Mount Gallant Road, York: Christmas program and party, 5 p.m. Sunday. Appalachia mission team fundraiser dinner, 6 p.m. Dec. 26. Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion service, 6 p.m. Dec. 24

BAPTIST

Hymn Choir of York County: Workshop, 9 a.m. to noon today at Langrum Branch Baptist Church.

Bible Baptist Church, U.S. 21 Bypass, Fort Mill: Christmas program, 11 a.m. Sunday.

Big Calvary Baptist Church, Edgemoor: Drama presentation and Christmas dinner, 6 p.m. Dec. 22. Zumba cardiovascular training, 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday.

Calvary Baptist Church, North Jones Avenue, Rock Hill: Calvary Praise Choir and Music Ministry presents "Christmas At Calvary," 6:30 p.m. Sunday. Nursery provided.

Catawba Baptist Church, Rock Hill: Chief Steve Silverheels, son of actor Jay Silverheels, who starred as Tonto on the Lone Ranger series, will speak at 10:30 a.m. Sunday.

College Park Baptist Church, Rock Hill: Children's Christmas program, 6:30 p.m. Sunday. Women In Prayer Christmas party, 6:30 p.m. Thursday at O'Charley's. Adult Christmas program, "On This Very Night," 6:30 p.m. Dec. 22 and 23.

Cross Road Baptist Church, Crawford Road, Rock Hill: Christmas program, 6 p.m. Dec. 23. Christmas worship, 10 a.m. Dec. 25. Casual dress.

Eastview Baptist Church, Gordon Road, Rock Hill: Christmas musical, "On This Very Night," 7 p.m. Sunday. Basketball signup is under way.

First Baptist Church, South Main Street, Clover: "Visit to Bethlehem," live drama of Jesus' birth, 6 to 9 tonight and 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday. Free and open to the public.

First Baptist Church, Dave Lyle Boulevard, Rock Hill: "Prayer 21," a three-week focus to encourage parents to pray daily with their teen-agers, begins Sunday at the 9:15 and 10:30 morning services.

Fishing Creek Baptist Church, Springlake Road, York: Gospel Choir presents, "A Worship Celebration: The Messiah's Truth in Song," 10 a.m. Dec. 23 featuring musician Brandon William. Sunday school at 9 a.m.

Flint Hill Baptist Church, Flint Hill Street, Rock Hill: Annual Hunger Outreach Christmas program, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Dec. 24 in the fellowship hall, sponsored by Flint Hill, Eastview and Second Baptist churches, Westminster and First Presbyterian churches, St. John's and Cornerstone United Methodist churches and Epiphany and Grace Lutheran churches. Menu: turkey, vegetables, dessert, fruit, bread and beverages. Christmas gifts will be distributed after the dinner. Entertainment from noon to 1 p.m.

Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, Chester: Annual Christmas program and Youth Mass Choir concert, 2:30 p.m. Sunday.

Galilee Baptist Church, Galilean Road, York: Christmas cantata, "Our Saviour is Born," 5 p.m. Sunday.

Harmony Baptist Church, Harmony Church Road, Edgemoor: Adult Choir Christmas cantata, 6 p.m. Sunday. Fellowship afterward. Cookie Walk, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday in Harmony Room. Tickets are $5. Details: 328-8119. Lottie's Christmas Shoppe, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sundays and 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays in the Harmony Room featuring Christmas gifts and decorations.

Inspiration Baptist Church, Comer Road, Rock Hill: "The Joy Story," 6 p.m. Sunday. Light refreshments afterward.

Lakewood Baptist Church, Mount Gallant Road, Rock Hill: Cantata, "Christmas is Jesus," 6 p.m. Sunday. Carols and Candles service, 10:30 p.m. Dec. 23. Men's Ministry is collecting nonperishable food for the needy.

Liberty Baptist Church, South Shiloh Road, York: Children's Christmas party, Sunday morning. Christmas play, "From Christ Child to Judgment," 6 p.m. Dec. 23, written by Judi Taylor. Visit by Santa afterward.

Mount Prospect Baptist Church, West Black Street, Rock Hill: Christmas Family and Friends Day, morning worship Sunday. Christmas dinner afterward.

Mount Zion Baptist Church, McConnells: Christmas morning worship, 8 a.m. Dec. 25.

New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church: Youth Christmas program after morning worship, Dec. 23.

Northside Baptist Church, Rock Hill: The Real Christmas Carol: The Incarnation -- Past, Present and Future, 6 p.m. Sunday. Sign up for participation in The Covenant 2008.

Park Ridge Baptist Church, Trotter Ridge Road, Rock Hill: Adult choir presents "Hark! The Angels Sing," 10 a.m. Sunday. Park Ridge Kids present "Cooking Up Christmas," 6 p.m. Sunday.

Second Baptist Church, Mount Holly Road, Rock Hill: Christmas musical, "Bethlehem's Child," 11 a.m. Sunday, narrated by the Rev. Robert J. Crawford.

Victory Baptist Church, Finley Road, Rock Hill: Christmas program, "Left Behind -- But not Left Out," 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Dec. 16. For transportation or more information, call 327-1171.

West End Baptist Church, McConnells Highway, Rock Hill: Financial Peace University, a 13-week program on personal finance, will be offered. For more information, contact John Horn, 327-2811.

Woodhaven Baptist Church, Marett Boulevard, Rock Hill: Missions luncheon after worship Sunday. Children's Christmas program, 7 p.m. Sunday. Nursery provided. Bring finger foods, desserts and beverages for fellowship afterward.

Woodvale Baptist Church, Springsteen Road, Rock Hill: Christmas bazaar, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. today featuring baked goods, hot dogs, coffee, cider, and various vendors. Proceeds to the children's fund.

CATHOLIC

All Saints Catholic Church, Pole Branch Road, Lake Wylie: Christmas Vigil Masses Dec. 24: 4 p.m. children's mass featuring the children's choir; 7 p.m. featuring the All Saints Choir with prelude at 6:30 p.m.; 10 p.m. featuring Latin chanting and singing. Christmas Day Mass, 9:30 a.m. Dec. 25.

St. Anne Catholic Church, Bird Street, Rock Hill: Christmas Vigil Masses, Dec. 24: 4 p.m., children; 7 p.m. English; 9 p.m. Spanish; and 12 a.m. Midnight Mass. Christmas Day Mass, 10:30 a.m. Dec. 25.

St. Mary's Catholic Church, Crawford Road, Rock Hill: Annual Christmas dinner, Dec. 25 at Bannon Hall, sponsored by St. Mary's and St. Anne Catholic churches. Dinner for those who would otherwise be alone or not have a meal on Christmas will be served beginning around 11:15 a.m. Takeout for shut-ins begins at 10:30.

CHURCH OF GOD

Grace Covenant Church of God, Chester Highway, York: Christmas play, "A New Birth," 6:30 p.m. Sunday and 6 p.m. Dec. 22.

CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST

True Gospel Church of God in Christ, Ashford Road, Chester: Christmas play, "Keeping Christ in Christmas," 6 p.m. Sunday.

EPISCOPAL

The Episcopal Church of Our Saviour, Caldwell Street, Rock Hill: EKG Club will decorate the Chrismon Tree after worship Sunday. Prayer Group, 5 p.m. Sunday. Christmas caroling, 6 p.m. Sunday. Christmas Eve services, Dec. 24: Family Eucharist, 4 p.m.; Music for the Nativity, 10:30 p.m.; and Festive Choral Eucharist, 11 p.m. Christmas Day Holy Eucharist, 10:30 a.m. Dec. 25.

LUTHERAN

Abiding Presence Lutheran Church, York: Santa and carolers will visit neighborhoods in York from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Monday through Wednesday for singing and treats. Yellow stars on lampposts will map out the streets to be visited each evening.

METHODIST

Antioch United Methodist Church, West Rambo Road, Rock Hill: Children's Christmas program, "Cooking up Christmas," 11 a.m. Sunday. Blue Christmas service, 7 p.m. Wednesday for those who have lost loved ones. Christmas Eve candlelight service, 5:30 p.m. Dec. 24.

Cornerstone United Methodist Church, Heckle Boulevard, Rock Hill: Christmas cantata, 11 a.m. Sunday. Community Christmas caroling begins at 5 p.m. Sunday at the church. Hunger Outreach, 1 p.m. Tuesday. Family Ministries outing to see the NarroWay production, "The Real Christmas Story," 7:30 p.m. Friday.

Good Samaritan United Methodist Church, S.C. 557 and 274, Lake Wylie: Italian Night, 5 to 7:30 p.m. today featuring a spaghetti dinner with salad, drink and dessert. Donations accepted. Eat in or carry out. Both events are open to the community.

India Hook United Methodist Church, Mount Gallant Road, Rock Hill: Christmas cantata, "The Living Light," 11 a.m. Sunday. Christmas youth play, "Christmas in a Toy Shop," and dinner 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday. Bring desserts and finger foods to share. Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion services, noon and 7 p.m. Dec. 24. The noon service is offered for those in law enforcement, public safety positions and others who will be working during evening services and for those who prefer not to drive after dark.

Kings Mountain Chapel United Methodist Church, Philbeck Road, York: Black Family Singers in concert, 5 p.m. Sunday.

Mount Holly United Methodist Church, S.C. 901, Rock Hill: Children and youth performance of "The Good News -- A Nativity Narrative," 7 tonight. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. in the family life center. Refreshments afterward.

Mount Prospect United Methodist Church, Mountain Gap Road, Richburg: Third Sunday Advent litany will be led by the Horne family at 10 a.m. Sunday. Christmas music program, 6 p.m. Sunday with light refreshments afterward.

St. John's United Methodist Church, Oakland Avenue, Rock Hill: No First Light service Sunday. Lessons and Carols, 11 a.m. Sunday. Quest Christmas party, 5 p.m. Sunday. Meet at the CORE. Taize Communion service, 6 p.m. Sunday in the chapel. Service of the Longest Night, 7 p.m. Wednesday. Children's Birthday Party for Jesus, 11 a.m. Dec. 23 in St. John's Center. Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion, 5 p.m. Dec. 24.

Woodland United Methodist Church, Cherry Road, Rock Hill: Youth will work at Place for Hope today. Family Christmas, 5 p.m. today with the Christmas story told through music, drama, and dance. Forgotten Angel gifts will be received after the service. Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion service, 6 and 11:30 p.m. Dec. 24.

NAZARENE

First Church of the Nazarene, North Jones Street, Rock Hill: "Return to Bethlehem," live Christmas drive-through, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

Fort Mill Church of the Nazarene, Harris Street, Fort Mill: Christmas musical featuring the adult and children's choir and children's bell choir, 6 p.m. Sunday. Great Advent Musical Celebration with Paul Pitts, 10:30 a.m. Dec. 23. Pitts has been called the Pavarotti of Christian music and was the featured soloist for the Concert of Peace in Belfast, Ireland. The concert is free and open to the community. No Sunday school or early service.

NONDENOMINATIONAL

Rock Hill Christian Ministerial Association: Radio program, 10:15 a.m. Sunday on WRHI with the Rev. Virginia Wilmore.

Gethsemane Church, Squire Road, Rock Hill: Ninth church anniversary, 10 a.m. Sunday with the Rev. Eugene J. Hamilton and members of New Life Seventh-day Adventist church and 3 p.m. with the Rev. Darden and New Home AME Zion Church.

Higher Ground Church, Possum Hollow Road, Indian Land: Children's Ministries performance, "A King is Coming to Town," 6 p.m. today and Sunday. Free and open to the community.

North Rock Hill Church, Mount Gallant Road, Rock Hill: Christmas Eve services, 3 and 5 p.m. Dec. 24. Child care provided for children birth through kindergarten.

Rock Hill Deliverance Center, Sylvia Circle, Rock Hill: Winter revival with Chief Steve Silverheels of Wilmington, N.C., continues at 7 tonight and 6 p.m. Sunday.

Shield of Faith Family Church, Fire Tower Road, Rock Hill: Christmas program, "Bows of Holly," 10 a.m. Sunday.

Trinity Christian Fellowship, Saluda Road, Chester: Christmas play, "The Night that Christ was Born," 6 p.m. Sunday.

PRESBYTERIAN

Filbert Presbyterian Church, U.S. 321, York: Christmas cantata, "The Light Has Come," 6:30 p.m. Sunday.

Living Waters Presbyterian Church, S.C. 55 East, Lake Wylie: Christmas program, " Peace," 9:45 a.m. Sunday. "The Candy Cane Story," 9:45 a.m. Dec. 23. Wear pajamas and bring a blanket for a service including classic carols, storytime and relaxed atmosphere.

Mount Pleasant Presbyterian Church, Pleasant Church Road, Chester: Christmas cantata and children's program, 9:30 a.m. Dec. 16. Christmas Candlelight and Communion service, 6 p.m. Dec. 22. Luminaries will placed along the church driveway during the Christmas season in memory of or to honor loved ones. Donations are $3 to $5 per luminary. For more information, call Mary M. Love, (803) 377-4026.

Westminster Presbyterian Church, India Hook Road, Rock Hill: Christmas weekend services: contemporary worship, 6 p.m. Dec. 22 in Westminster Hall; traditional worship, 8:15 and 10:55 a.m. Dec. 23 in the sanctuary; contemporary worship, 9:25 a.m. Dec. 23 in Westminster Hall. No children's, youth or adult AFBs this weekend. Christmas Eve Communion services, Dec. 24: 4 p.m., contemporary and 6 p.m. traditional. Child care provided for children 3 and younger.

This story was originally published December 15, 2007 at 12:44 AM with the headline "CHURCH HAPPENINGS."