August 2008

Lake Springfield Christian Assembly youth camps   Lake Springfield Christian Assembly is holding youth camps for all ages this summer.  The Vision of LSCA is "Seeing people of all ages make life changing decisions to be more like Jesus"  Praise and Worship, Christian role modeling, and fun activities like swimming, canoeing, water slide, carpet ball, ladder golf, sand volleyball, basketball and wacky games are all part of camp at LSCA.  Summer camp has programs for first grade through High School graduates.  For more information, log on to www.lscacamp.org or call 529-2625.

Mental health "GROW" group meets Tuesdays   Do you suffer from anxiety, depression or other mental health issues? Struggle with emotional problems? Have difficulties coping with life circumstances?  GROW in Illinois offers a friendly, structured, 12 -step mental health support group program.  In addition to our community GROW groups that are anonymous, free and open to all, GROW is now offering a special group in the Springfield area where you can get the friendly help and support of the GROW program in a Christian environment.  The Christian GROW group meets in the lower level of the WLUJ studio, 600 West Mason Street in Springfield Tuesday nights at 7:00 PM.  It's open to anyone of the Christian faith who is interested in self-activation through mutual-support in a confidential, first name small group setting. For more information about this Christian GROW group, other special groups or about our community groups that are open to all people throughout Illinois, please call toll-free, 1-888-741-GROW

Faith Baptist Church in Decatur VBS 8/4 through 8/8   The “Dino Detectives” VBS will be at Faith Baptist Church in Decatur from Monday through Friday, August 4th to August 8th. The class hours will be 6 to 8 PM. Children from Kindergarten age through 6th Grade are invited, and there will also be a child rearing class for parents. For more information, call 429-2121.

Riverside Baptist Church in Decatur V B S 8/4 through 8/8   Riverside Baptist Church in Decatur will hold their “Mega Sports Camp” Vacation Bible School from Monday, August 4th, through Friday, August 8th. The hours are 6 PM to 8:30 PM each night. Children age 4 though 6th Grade are invited. For more information, call Riverside Baptist Church at 875-7272.

Camp One Way "Beginner Camp" 8/4 through 8/6   Camp One Way, a Christian Camp near Auburn, will hold their “Beginner Camp” from Monday, August 4th, at 6 PM, through Wednesday, August 6th at 6 PM. This camp is for children who have completed Second through Fourth Grades To register, or for more information, log on to camp one way dot org.

Eighth and final Solemn Assembly in the 2008 Year of Reconciliation   Be part of a new chapter in the history of Springfield by participation in the eighth and final Solemn Assembly in the 2008 Year of Reconciliation sponsored by The Ministerial Alliance of Springfield and Vicinity and Praying for Revival All Year.  The Assembly will be held on Saturday August 2 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception 815 S 6th St in Springfield.  A march to the Old State Capitol and the 1908 Race Riot Marker located between Fifth and Sixth Street will immediately follow.  For more information, visit the Alliance website at: www.SpringfieldMinisterialAlliance.org

Secret Keeper Girl Bod Squad at Calvary Temple Christian Center   The Secret Keeper Girl Bod Squad Tour will be at Calvary Temple Christian Center in Springfield on Tuesday, August 5th, from 7 to 9 PM. This stage show for 8 to 12-year old girls and their moms includes a fashion show, Bible lessons, and the Truth or Bare Fashion Challenge. For more information, call 546-9700.

Grace Presbyterian Churchr V B S 8/4 through 8/8   Grace Presbyterian Church in Springfield will host their Vacation Bible School from Monday, August 4th, to Friday, August 8th. The class hours will be 9:30 AM to noon each day. Grace Presbyterian Church is on West Wabash, just west of Culvers. For more information, call 488-6309.

New Horizons Baptist Church V B S 8/11 through 8/15   New Horizons Baptist Church in Pawnee will hold their Vacation Bible School from Monday, August 11th, to Friday, August 15th. The class hours will be 6 to 8 PM each night. Children ages pre-kindergarten through 6th Grade are invited. To register, or for more information, call 626-7505.

Salem Baptist Church celebrates 162nd Anniversary  Salem Baptist Church in Decatur will celebrate its 162nd Anniversary on Sunday, August 17th, with a special service at 10 AM. Evangelist Dennis Corle will be the guest speaker, the Salem Baptist Singers will perform, and a free fried chicken meal will be served. For more information, call 423-4303.

Union Baptist Church Annual Scholarship Banquet   Union Baptist Church in Springfield will hold its Annual Scholarship Banquet on Saturday, August 9th, at 6 PM. The banquet will honor high school and college students who are members of Union Baptist Church. The keynote speaker will be the Reverend Edward Hearn. For ticket information, call 544-8115.

HealthScreens health care at Immanuel Lutheran Church   Immanuel Lutheran Church in Springfield will host HealthScreens on Tuesday, August 12th. HealthScreens is a health care company that will provide screening tests at the church by appointment. No radiation will be used. To make your appointment for Tuesday, August 12th, call 1-877-854-4735.

Crosspointe Community Church V B S 8/4 through 8/8   Crosspointe Community Church in Decatur will hold Vacation Bible School from Monday, August 4th, through Friday, August 8th. The class hours are 6 to 8:30 PM. The activities include a running skit about a city cousin learning Christian values from his country cousins. For more information, call 428-6485.

13 week financial course at Central Baptist Church   Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University will be at Central Baptist Church in Springfield beginning Sunday, August 31st, from 6 to 8 PM. The course will continue each Sunday for 13 weeks. Central Baptist Church is at 4th and Jackson. For more information about Financial Peace University, call 523-3639.

Springfield After Five Club dinner and presentation   The Springfield After Five Club will hold their “A Good Design For You” dinner and presentation on Tuesday, August 19th, from 6:30 to 8 PM at the Northfield Inn. Soloist Fannie Williams will perform, and Barb Straub will speak on “Redesigning Your Life and Feeling Good About it.” To make your reservation, call 528-4273.

Full Gospel Businessmen’s Fellowship dinner meeting    The Springfield Full Gospel Businessmen’s Fellowship will hold their next dinner meeting on Saturday, August 2nd, at 6 PM at the Jerome Civic Center. The guest speakers will be Jeremy and Melisa Keltner of Petersburg. The meeting is open to men and women of all ages. To make your reservation, call 529-4634.

Sacred Harp singers performing at Lincoln’s New Salem   Sacred Harp singers from all over Central Illinois will sing a cappella music from the 19th Century in Lincoln’s New Salem on Saturday, August 2nd, from 10 AM to 3 PM. Experienced singers and beginners are welcome. Singers will meet at the Second Barry-Lincoln store. For more information, call 793-2587.

Exciting news on the Dorothy Milford Project! All drywall, insulation and trenching has been donated!  We still need volunteers and 5,000 more dollars.  Were almost there and want to say thank you for making this a community project.  Let's finish it and celebrate together.  If you would like to volunteer or donate, your can do so at any Marine Bank location to the Dorothy Milford Fund.  For more details call Bobbie Hahn at 341-1644

Faith Baptist Church in Decatur Annual Blood Drive   Faith Baptist Church in Decatur will hold their Annual Blood Drive on Saturday, August 9th, from 10 AM to 1 PM. Come give blood and help save a life. Faith Baptist Church is at 875 West Grove Road in Decatur. Walk-ins are welcome. For more information about the Blood Drive, call Don at 764-5235.

Businessmen in Christ breakfast meeting   The next breakfast meeting of Businessmen in Christ in Springfield is Saturday, August 9th, from 7 to 8:30AM at the Hoogland Center for the Arts, 420 South 6th Street. The keynote speaker will be Pastor Luis A. Olmos of El Cielo Southern Baptist Ministries. For more information, call 414-2435.

Wanda Mountain Boys concert at Salisbury Baptist Church    The Wanda Mountain Boys Gospel Trio will appear in concert at Salisbury Baptist Church on Saturday, August 9th, at 7 PM. Come and enjoy an evening of great Southern Gospel Music. Salisbury Baptist Church is 11 miles west of Springfield off 97, on Byron Street in Salisbury. For more information, call 544-3207.

Benefit for family of Dustin and Savannah Stuebs   There will be a benefit for the family of Dustin and Savannah Stuebs, children who were killed in a camping accident. This benefit to raise funds for funeral and medical expenses will be at the Field House Pizza and Pub in Springfield on Sunday, August 17th, at noon. There will be auctions and family fun. For more information, call 525-0847.

"Women of Promise" at Athens United Methodist Church   “Women of Promise” is Tuesday, August 19th, at Athens United Methodist Church. Pat Turner, founder of the Center of Hope Food Pantry, will be the guest speaker. There will be two sessions to choose from: 10 AM to noon or 6:30 to 8:30 PM. Childcare is available. To make your reservation, call 636-8785.

Piano Showman at Springfield Southern Baptist Church    America’s Piano Showman, Dino Kartsonakis, will be performing at Springfield Southern Baptist Church on Sunday, August 17th, at 6:30 PM. There is no admission charge and a love offering will be taken. Springfield Southern Baptist Church is at 225 North Grand Avenue East. For more information, call 691-4343.

Free gospel concert on the Square in downtown Pawnee   Bring your lawn chairs to a free summer gospel concert on the Square in downtown Pawnee on Sunday, August 24th, at 4 PM. The singing group Joyful Noyz will be performing. This concert is sponsored by New Horizons Baptist Church in Pawnee. For more information, call 626-7505.

Southern Gospel Quartet concert at Lincoln Avenue Baptist   The Southern Gospel Quartet Legacy Five will appear in concert at Lincoln Avenue Baptist Church in Jacksonville on Thursday, August 14th, at 7 PM. Legacy Five has recorded 10 CDs, including “A Little Taste of Heaven” and “Friday Night Favorites.” For ticket information, call Lincoln Avenue Baptist Church at 243-1289.

Pro-Life Booth volunteers needed for Illinois State Fair   Springfield Right to Life needs volunteers to staff the Pro-Life Booth at the Illinois State Fair, which runs from Friday, August 8th to Sunday, August 17th. The shifts are 9AM to noon, noon to 3, 3 to 6, and 6 to 9 PM. Call Springfield Right to Life Monday through Friday between 10 AM and 3 PM. The number is 523-2700.

Living Hope Counseling Center’s Annual Golf Outing   Living Hope Counseling Center’s Annual Golf Outing will be at the Piper Glen Golf Club on Friday, August 22nd. Registration begins at 11:30 AM and the Shotgun start is at 1 PM. The proceeds will benefit Living Hope Counseling Center in Springfield. For more information, call 698-7150 weekdays between 9 AM and noon.

Danny Sinacori at Sounds of Life Foursquare Church   Singer and Evangelist Danny Sinacori will perform at Sounds of Life Foursquare Church in Springfield on Thursday, August 14th, at 7 PM. Danny is the author of the songs “At Any Moment” and “It’s a great Day to Serve The Lord.” Sounds of Life Foursquare Church is at 2531 South 13th Street.

Cleveland Bradfield concert at House on The Rock Church   Singer Cleveland Bradfield of Decatur will present his “Through The Fire” concert at House on The Rock Church in Edinburg on Saturday, August 16th, at 6:30 PM. Cleveland’s passion is to touch lives through singing the Word of God. House on The Rock Church is at 314 Grant Street in Edinburg. For more information, call 972-3847.

New Life Family Worship Center Minister of Music Appreciation   New Life Family Worship Center in Springfield will hold a special Musical Appreciation for their Minister of Music, Camellia Savage, this Sunday, August 17th, at 4 PM. Admission is free. New Life Family Worship Center is at 1530 South Pope Street in Springfield. For more information, call 525-6770.

Springfield Christian Women’s Club Brunch   The Springfield Christian Women’s Club will hold their “Memories are Made of This” Brunch on Wednesday, August 20th, at 9:30 AM at the Northfield Center. Special guest Barb Straub will speak on “Redesigning Your Life and Feeling Good About it.” To make your reservation, call 522-5318.

The last Gospel Sing of the Summer in Hopedale Park   The last Gospel Sing of the Summer in Hopedale Park in Hopedale is this Saturday, August 24th, at 6 PM. The Southern Gospel group, The Gospel Aires, will be performing, along with The Davis Family and other singers. For more information about the Gospel Sing in Hopedale Park, call 840-0201.

Jacksonville Christian Women’s Club Brunch    The Jacksonville Christian Women’s Club presents their “Lifeline to Learning” Brunch on Wednesday, August 27th, from 9 to 11 AM at Hamilton’s. Guest speaker Melanie Golightly will give a message entitled “A Lifetime of Love and Learning.” To make your reservation, call 243-1617.

Immanuel Lutheran Preschool Open House    Immanuel Lutheran Preschool in Springfield will have an Open House on Tuesday, August 26th, from noon until 6:30 PM. The community is invited to come and see the facility and visit with the preschool teachers. Immanuel Lutheran Preschool is at 2750 Sangamon Avenue. For more information, call 528-5232.

Storytelling Festival at the Old State Capitol at the Lincoln Home   The “Once Upon A Prairie” Storytelling Festival is Saturday, August 30th, from 10 to 4:30 at the Old State Capitol, and Sunday, August 31st, from noon to 4:30 at the Lincoln Home. Nationally known storytellers Beth Horner, Dan Keding and LaRon Williams will be featured. For more information, call 558-1548.

Cookout and Singing Benefit for the family of Ron Ridens   Gospel Singers from around the state will hold a Cookout and Singing Benefit for the family of Ron Ridens, a Gospel singer who unexpectedly passed away on Monday, August 11. The Benefit is this Saturday at 4 PM at Reno Baptist Church in Reno. For more information, call Ken Wise at 248-8515