Northwest suburban religious notes

Adult education

The Ministry of New Beginnings, a Catholic-oriented, nondenominational, social support organization for separated, divorced, widowed and single persons, meets at 7:30 p.m. Mondays in the Hughes Center in front of St. Matthew's Church, 1001 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg. The cost is $3 per meeting, with first visit free. (847) 891-1220.

St. Hubert Job and Networking Ministry, 729 Grand Canyon Blvd., Hoffman Estates, is nondenominational, free and open to all occupations. For details, call Bob Podgorski at (847) 925-6005.

A Marriage Encounter Retreat Weekend will be Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 27-28, at Holy Family Parish, 2515 W. Palatine Road, Inverness. The schedule is 7:30-9:30 a.m. Saturday and 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, includes Mass. www.holyfamilyparish.org. For details or to register, call (847) 359-0042 or (847) 907-3441.

The Rev. William Meninger is coming from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, to Holy Family Catholic Community, 2515 W. Palatine Road, Inverness, to present a day of enrichment. He will speak about Varieties of Prayer. Meninger is a Trappist monk of St. Benedict's Monastery in Snowmass, Colo. The fee is $12. To register, call (847) 359-0042.

Holy Family Catholic Community, 2515 W. Palatine Road, Inverness, will offer a weekly Bible Journey on Thursdays beginning Oct. 2 through May, 2009. Choose the morning session from 9-11 a.m., facilitated by Fr. Richard Grek or the evening session, 7-9 p.m., facilitated by Fr. George Kane. The classes include structured presentations and time for small group interaction based on The Great Adventure Bible Timeline. Fee: $60, includes book and materials. Nursery is available on Thursday morning, but please register. (847) 359-0042.

Countryside Unitarian Universalist Church in Palatine will host a book review and discussion at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 28, at the church, 1025 N. Smith Road, Palatine. The book to be discussed is "The Geography of Bliss: One Grump's Search for the Happiest Places in the World" by Eric Weiner. ccuu@ccuu.org.

A study of the biblical texts of Brahms' German Requiem will be from 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, and will continue on the next seven consecutive Wednesdays through October at the Community Church of Barrington, 301 E. Lincoln, Barrington. Bring a brown bag dinner; drinks will be provided. The study will lead up to a performance of Brahms: Requiem by The Chicago Master Singers with the Ars Viva Symphony Orchestra at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 7, at the Divine World Chapel in Techny, Ill. (847) 381-1294.

Countryside Unitarian Universalist Church will host weekly, moderated current events discussions from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Sundays in Room 9 of the church, 1025 N. Smith Road in Palatine.

The schedule of topics is "Justice, Mercy, Retribution and Restoration: What Does Each of Us Want, By What Means, and Why?" Sunday, Sept. 21; and "Hunger, Politics, Economics and Culture" Sunday, Sept. 28.

For details, visit ccuu.org or call (847) 359-8440.

The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults, the process through which people join the Roman Catholic church, is forming now at St. Theresa in Palatine to start at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 29. For details about this program, call (847) 358-7760 and leave your name and number for Deacon Lou Riccio. St. Theresa is at 467 N. Benton St. in Palatine.

A small group meets to write their life stories from 2-3:30 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month at Prince of Peace United Methodist Church, 1400 S. Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village. To register, call (847) 439-0668 or e-mail princepeaceumc@sbcglobal.net.

The fall session of Wired Word begins Wednesday, Sept. 24 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 675 E. Algonquin Road, Des Plaines., meeting from 6:15-7:30 p.m. The Sunday class will meet from 9:15-10:15 a.m. between Sunday morning services. The WiredWord.com provides a weekly topic. To learn more, call (847) 827-6656 or visit www.trinitydesplaines.org.

St. Stephen Protomartyr Catholic Parish, 1280 Prospect Ave., Des Plaines, will host the 24-week Great Adventure Bible Timeline Story developed by Jeff Cavins. The program will be covered in three, seven- to eight-session "semesters" from mid-September through mid-May. Sessions will be from 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays led by Deacon Tony Towey. The same program will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays. The two-hour sessions will begin Tuesday, Sept. 16, and Wednesday, Sept. 17. Total cost of materials for the three semesters is $40. Call Deacon Tony at (847) 699-8268 or ajtowey@juno.com.

Is this all there is to life? The Alpha course discusses the meaning of life. The next course starts Sunday, Oct. 5, with brunch. Call Northwest Covenant Church, Mount Prospect, (847) 255-4671.

A five-session study, "Momentum for Life," will begin from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, at Prince of Peace United Methodist Church, Arlington Heights Road and Devon Avenue in Elk Grove Village. This course provides leadership tools that will inspire and show how to sustain personal health, integrity, and strategic focus as a leader. (847) 439-0668.

Cathy Anderson will lead a discussion of the book "Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters' First 100 Years" by Sarah L. Delany as part of Prince of Peace's Adult Education at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 24, at Prince of Peace UMC, Arlington Heights Road and Devon Avenue, Elk Grove Village. (847) 439-0668 or princeofpeaceumc.org.

St. Alphonsus Liguori Catholic Church will offer "The Great Adventure: A Journey Through the Bible," a 24-session Catholic study program of 73 books of the Bible, at 7 p.m. Mondays or 9 a.m. Wednesdays. Fee is $40, and the classes begin Sept. 15 or 17. "Matthew: The King and His Kingdom" is recommended for those who already have an overall knowledge of the Bible. It will be offered Tuesday afternoons and Wednesday evenings, beginning Sept. 16 or 17. Participants' workbook costs $30. Both classes will be at St. Alphonsus Liguori Parish, 411 N. Wheeling Road in Prospect Heights. (847) 255-7452 or saintalphonsus.com.

"Matthew" will be the subject of an 11-week Adult Study Series from 9 to 10 a.m., Sunday, beginning Sept 14 and continuing through Nov. 23, at Congregational United Church of Christ, 1001 West Kirchoff Road in Arlington Heights. Newcomers and nonchurch members are invited to participate. www.CongUCC.org or (847) 392-6650.

The Alpha course will meet at 511 W. Rand Road in Arlington Heights, a campus of Northwest Covenant Church. (847) 255-4671. Alpha will meet Sundays starting with brunch at 10:30 a.m. The first meeting is Sunday, Oct. 5. The course and the weekly brunches are free and no commitments are required. Each session ends promptly at 1 p.m. RSVP by calling Northwest Covenant Church at (847) 255-4671 or visiting www.northwestcoveant.com.

Children, teens

Resurrection Catholic Preschool, 30W350 Army Trail Road, Wayne, offers half-day sessions for 3- and 4-year-olds. For details or to enroll for the 2008-09 school year, call Mary Jean Bankmann at (630) 289-5400, ext. 209.

Immanuel evangelical Lutheran (Missouri Synod), 1116 Devon Ave., Bartlett, has preschool openings for the fall session for 2-, 3- and 4-year-old children. (630) 483-9611.

The Preschool at Prince of Peace, 930 W. Higgins Road, Schaumburg, offers several options for children ages 3-5 and an extended day for children in the Parents' Day Out Program. (847) 885-7036.

The Big Barn Preschool, 888 S. Roselle Road, Schaumburg, has openings for the fall school year. The preschool accepts both part-time and full-time day enrollees ages 3 to 6. There are openings for a limited number of Action For Children subsidized families. For details, call Mary Fisher at (847) 895-3257.

New Hope Christian Academy is now accepting registration for the fall 3- and 4-year-old preschool and full-day program. Call (847) 359-5482. New Hope Christian Academy is a part of New Hope Community Church, 1023 E. Palatine Road, Palatine.

Little Saints Christian Preschool, 630 S. Quentin Road, Palatine, has openings for the 2008-09 school year. Classes are for children who will be 2 to 4 years old by Sept. 1. Class times are from 9 to 11:30 a.m. (847) 991-2334.

Immanuel Lutheran School, 200 N. Plum Grove Road, Palatine, has openings in its all-day and afternoon half-day kindergarten classes for the 2008-09 school year. After-school care is available until 6 p.m. Call the school office at (847) 359-1936.

Christ the King Lutheran Preschool, 100 W Michigan Ave., Palatine, is accepting registrations for the 2008-09 school year for children ages 2 to 5. The 3- to 5-year-old program is Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9:30 a.m. to noon. The 2-year-old program is Tuesday mornings. A preschool extension, the Lunch Bunch, is offered Wednesdays from noon to 1:30 p.m. Call Valerie Schultz at (847) 358-0230; e-mail to preschool@ByFaithAlone.org; or visit ByFaithAlone.org.

St. Thomas of Villanova School in Palatine is accepting enrollment for the 2008-09 school year for preschool through eighth grade. (847) 358-2110 or stvschool.org.

Registration for Spirit Play, a progressive, Montessori-inspired approach to religious education, at Countryside Unitarian Universalist Church in Palatine will meet between 10:30 and 11:45 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 14. Classes are from 10:30 -11:30 a.m. Sundays throughout the school year. For details, call Colleen Vahey at (847) 359-8440, ext. 4. Countryside Unitarian Universalist Church is at 1025 N. Smith Road in Palatine.

The Community Church of Barrington's Sunday school program will begin its fall program on Sunday, Sept. 14. Sunday school is for age groups K-3, 4-5, 6-8, high schoolers, and adults. Classes meet on Sundays from 9:30-10:20 a.m. before church service at 10:30. Community Church of Barrington is at 301 E Lincoln in Barrington. For more information about the Youth Ministry, contact Youth Pastor Ashley Prescott Barlow at (847) 381-1294 or for information about the adult program, contact the Rev. Dr. Zina Jacque at (847) 381-1294.

Beginning Sept. 14, Sunday school begins at 9:05 a.m. at St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Barrington Hills. Following classroom time, all children join their parents for the 10:15 a.m. service so families can take Communion and worship together. For children ages 3 through second grade, St. Mark's uses the Godly Play curriculum. Children in third through sixth grades enjoy a rotation program. Children ages 11 to 16 participate in the "Journey to Adulthood." Church services are at 8 and 10:15 a.m.

Lubavitch Chabad of Northbrook presents "The Shofar Factory," a hands-on preholiday experience for the entire family, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 14, at 755 Huehl Road (corner Dundee Road). Craft a genuine shofar from a raw horn as you learn the entire process, from the cleaning to the final polishing and blowing. This event is for children ages 5-12. Cost is $8 per child. (847) 564-8770 or ChabadNorthbrook.com.

Children of the Shepherd Preschool, a nondenominational preschool, is registering children for fall 2008 classes. Classes are offered 9 to 11:30 a.m. Monday through Friday. Tuition for two days/week is $94 per month; three days/week is $141; four days/week is $188; and five days/week is $235 per month. A $50 nonrefundable registration fee is due at enrollment. The preschool is at 1111 N. Elmhurst Road, Prospect Heights. (847) 459-7992.

Mother's Day Out Preschool at Prince of Peace United Methodist Church, 1400 S. Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village, has expanded to three days (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays). Programs are offered for children ages 2 to 5. The hours are 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day. Call Lynn Cooper at (847) 439-0668.

Sunshine Preschool of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church located at 304 W. Palatine Road, Prospect Heights, is hosting a "You and Me" program for parents and children age 18 months to 3 years. Class meets from 9:15-10:15 a.m. Mondays, Sept. 29 to Nov. 10. Cost is $40. Call Barb Orze at (847) 520-1116.

Cornerstone Bible Church, 400 N. Elmhurst Road, Prospect Heights, invites all children in the community currently in kindergarten through sixth grades to participate in its Awana Sparks and Kids Club Sunday evening programs. The Awana Sparks program is used for ages K-2 which includes songs, Bible lesson, Bible verse memorizing, games and snack. Grades 3-6 have a similar program including games, Bible lesson and Bible study in interactive small groups.

Meetings begin on Sunday, Sept. 21, and run from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Parents may register their children from 5:30-6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 14, at the church. (847)-577-9340 or e-mail the church at admin@cornerstone-Bible-church.org.

Elk Grove Baptist Church, 801 Biesner Elk Grove Village, offers Awana, fun and games in a Christian setting for ages 3 years old through sixth grade, every Wednesday from 6:45-8:15 p.m. Dinner available 6-6:30 p.m. for a $2 donation.

Lutheran Church of the Cross is opening a new before- and after-school care program for children ages 5 to 12.

Hours are 6 to 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 to 6 p.m. weekdays, and 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. nonschool days (except major holidays). Early dismissals and half days are in accordance with school district schedule,

A breakfast food will be given for a morning snack and a snack is provided in the afternoon. Lunches are provided through a catering service. Meal prayers and some Bible stories are included. Time is scheduled for homework, arts and crafts, games, outings and more.

For details or to register, contact Sharon Stephan at (847) 437-5176 during daytime hours or at home from 7 to 9 p.m. at (224) 678-9062. Lutheran Church of the Cross is at 2025 S. Goebbert Road, Arlington Heights.

Sunshine Tuesday School at Cardinal Drive Church of Christ, 2300 Cardinal Drive in Rolling Meadows, is now taking registration for the fall. The program meets from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 9 through May, and is free for all children between the ages of 3 and 5. All parents are welcome to participate in the Adult Tuesday morning Bible and Activity Class. For details or to register, call (847) 259-2995.

Family

Lord of Life Lutheran Church is planning a trip to Richardson Corn Maze Saturday, Oct. 4. Cost will be $11 for adults through age 12; Under age 12 will be $10. We will meet at Richardson's farm at 3 p.m. If you wish to attend, prepay by Saturday, Sept. 27. Contact Lord of Life Lutheran Church at 119 W. Wise Road, Schaumburg at (847) 895-9977 or www.lord-of-life.org.

Our Saviour's United Methodist Church, 701 E. Schaumburg Road, Schaumburg, will host Family Fest 2008 from 10:45 a.m. - 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 14. Sit under the tent or bring your own blanket or chairs, enjoy lunch and an ice cream sundae bar. There will be games - water balloons, egg toss, sack races. Big band jazz will be celebrated by the Dana Legg Stage Band with Collette Hazek. There will be a silent auction of brand new items from the Kenneth Young Center Thrift Shop, a few surprises and home-baked pies. Freewill offering in lieu of tickets for this event. Proceeds will be presented in the name of OSUMC to the Kenneth Young Center to support their Senior Services Projects.

Community Church of Barrington will host its second annual fall festival Sunday, Sept. 28, at 301 E. Lincoln in Barrington. Morning worship will be at 10:30 a.m., festival starts immediately afterward. There will be hot dogs, popcorn, snow cones and games for all. (847) 381-1294.

Congregation Beth Judea invites the community to welcome Shabbat with other families who have young children at the synagogue, Route 83 and Hilltop Road in Long Grove. The Families with Young Children Committee will hold its regular services at 6:30 p.m. the second Friday of the month for a 30-minute Tot Shabbat session. Call (847) 634-0777 and leave a message for Debbie Frager.

The congregants of Congregation Beth Judea will go at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21, to pick apples for Rosh Hashana, which begins Sept. 29. The apple picking will take place at All Seasons Farm, 14510 Route 176 in Woodstock. Cost: $30 for a 1/2 bushel of apples. RSVP to the synagogue by Sunday, Sept. 14 by calling the office at (847) 634-077 or e-mailing LNeiman@bethjudea.org. Congregation Beth Judea (Conservative) is on Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove.

Trinity Lutheran Church, 675 E. Algonquin Road, Des Plaines, will begin a Steppingstone "MY Bible Class" starting at 9:15 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 21. All families in the community of third- to fifth-graders who have not received their Bibles are invited to attend this class, which meets for five consecutive weeks. (847) 827-6656 or contact Cathy Williams at cathy3295@ameritech.net.

Lego Club will meet from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 13, at Faith Lutheran Church, 431 S. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. This is an intergenerational experience for friends, neighbors, children and adults to join in a morning of creativity and play. Enter the church through the doors at the top of the ramp on the south side of the church. Free admission. www.faithlutheran-ah.org or (847) 259-4839.

Trinity Lutheran Church, 3201 Meadow Drive, Rolling Meadows, will have a Neighborhood Picnic Sunday, Sept. 14, following the 10 a.m. contemporary service. All are welcome at this free event, which will feature food, the band One Track Mind, games and prizes.

Fundraisers

Immanuel United Church of Christ is having a rummage from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19, and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 20, in Volkening Hall, 1500 Old Church Road Streamwood. (630) 837-0190 or www.streamwoodiucc.org

Immanuel United Church of Christ is having an Old Church Craft and Holiday Fair from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18. Admission is free. There will be crafts, refreshments and raffles. To be a crafter, call (630) 837-0190 for an application. The cost is $40 per booth. The church is at 1500 Old Church Road, Streamwood.

The Harding-Estell Women's Missionary Society of Living Faith Church will host a Fall Fashion Show fundraiser for children's ministry from 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13, at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 930 W. Higgins Road, Schaumburg. (847) 382-1830 or www.livingfaithcwc.com. Living Faith Cathedral Worship Center Church is at 1250 S. Grove Ave, Suite 200, Barrington. Sponsors include the Living Faith Harding-Estell Women's Missionary Society, TJ Maxx of Skokie, and Sam's Club of Streamwood. Participants include the Living Faith Garden For His Glory Children's Ministry and children from the surrounding communities.

The 33rd annual Flea Market and Craft Fair at St. John UCC in Palatine will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20. A delicious lunch will be served. Soft drinks, popcorn, ice cream, and home-baked goods will be available. Take a break, and tour the historic church. The Flea Market and Craft Fair will be held on the church grounds at Algonquin and Roselle roads in Palatine, near Harper College. A donation of $1 per vehicle is requested for parking.

The Barrington Area CROP Hunger Walk Committee announces that Kirk Murdock and David Kelsch have been named Grand Marshals for the 26th anniversary of this event that raises funds for people in need. The Barrington Area CROP Hunger Walk will be Sunday, Oct. 19. The walk begins with registration at 12:30 p.m. at the Lutheran Church of the Atonement, 909 E. Main St. at Eastern Avenue, Barrington. For additional information, call 2008 chair, Barbara Schwartz, (847) 487-2513.

A rummage sale will be held for 5-8 p.m. Sept. 19 and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 20 at the Palatine Presbyterian Church, on the corner of Palatine and Rohlwing Roads. All proceeds are distributed by the Presbyterian Women to mission projects, many of which are local.

Congregation Beth Judea will hold a Shop & Share Days fundraising drive at all Jewel-Osco stores Monday-Wednesday, Sept. 22-24. Slips are available at the synagogue, Route 83 and Hilltop Road in Long Grove. Call Sylvia Shore at (847) 634-0777.

The Sisterhood of Congregation Beth Judea is now selling the 2009 Edition Entertainment Coupon Book. The cost for the Chicago North/Northwest Book is $20. The Entertainment Books are available for purchase at the synagogue office, the Sisterhood Gift shop at the synagogue Sundays between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. or online at www.entertainment.com/email (Account #10520). Beth Judea is at Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove. (847) 634-0777.

Queen of the Rosary's USS QR dinner cruise will be Saturday, Sept. 13, and features dinner from the Mediterranean in a cruise theme setting, music, dancing, games, gambling and live and silent auctions. Tickets are $60. Purchase tickets at Queen of the Rosary Parish, 680 Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove Village. Open to ages 21 and older. (847) 437-0403.

Our Lady of Ransom Parish in Niles is selling the Entertainment 2009 books for $20. Sales benefit the parish. (847) 823-2550.

The Women's Guild of Christ Church UCC, 1492 Henry Ave. at Cora Street in Des Plaines, is having its fall rummage sale from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 30, and from 8 a.m. until 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 1. Donations will be accepted at the church from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Monday, Sept. 29. Wednesday, Oct. 1, is the $3 per bag day. The proceeds will benefit the Church and Missions.

Members of Trinity Lutheran Church in Des Plaines are selling Entertainment 2009 books for $20 to support the worship and music programs at the church. The books can be purchased from choir members after the 5:30 p.m. service Saturdays, after the 8 and 10:30 a.m. services Sundays or in the church office during the week. (847) 827-6656.

Crafters are wanted for PumpkinFest 2008 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at Prince of Peace United Methodist Church, 1400 Arlington Heights Road, Elk Grove Village. (847) 439-0668 or dsimek-RN@comcast.net.

Crafters are wanted for the Fall Fest and Craft fair, which will be from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 4, at St. Alphonsus Liguori Catholic School, 411 N. Wheeling Road, Prospect Heights. The fee is $35 for an 8-by-8-foot space and includes one table and chair, or $60 for two spaces with two tables and two chairs. (847) 828-2111.

Sunshine Preschool of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church is looking for crafters for its upcoming Craft/Vendor Fair Saturday, Nov. 1. (847) 520-1116.

Local residents are invited to sign up for a sales spot at a Community Garage Sale, which will be Saturday, Sept. 20, at Congregational UCC, 1001 Kirchoff Road, Arlington Heights. No fee to participate; sellers keep all proceeds from their sales booth. (847) 392-6650.

St. Peter Lutheran Church, 111 W. Olive, Arlington Heights, is selling Entertainment Books for $20. Available in the church office during the week. Contact Shannon Fischer at (847) 259-4114, ext. 128.

High Holy Days

Congregation Kneseth Israel, 330 Division St., Elgin, announces its schedule of services for the upcoming observance of the High Holy Days:

• Services for the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashana, will be held at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 29; at 9 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 30; and at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 1 Children's services will begin at approximately 10:30 Tuesday morning, Sept. 30.

• Services for Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, will be held at 5:45 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 8; and at 9 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, with Yizkor prayers said at approximately noon. Children's services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 9. A break of the fast will follow the concluding Yom Kippur service which begins at 4:15 p.m. Oct. 9.

Rabbi Jonathan Kohn, CKI's religious leader, will conduct this year's services, which promise to be an engaging blend of traditional Jewish melodies, and Hebrew and English readings. He will again be joined by Cantor Jack "Yankel" Falk, a nationally-known vocalist from Portland, Ore.

Tickets are required for admission, and new members are always welcome. For information on tickets or CKI membership, call the synagogue office at (847) 741-5656.

Am Chai will hold its High Holiday services on Monday Sept. 29, Evev Rosh Hashana; Tuesday, Sept. 30, first day of Rosh Hashana; Wednesday, Oct. 1, second day of Rosh Hashana; Wednesday, Oct. 8, Erev Yom Kippur/Kol Nidre; Thursday Oct. 9, Yom Kippur, Rabbi Tillman will be officiating and Art Reisman will be conducting the choir (847) 604-4060 or www.amchai.

Anshe Tikvah offers the celebration of Shabbat at Hawthorne School, 200 Glendale, Wheeling. High Holy Day services will be: Rosh Hashana - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Sept. 29, 30 and Oct. 1; Yom Kippur - Wednesday, Thursday, Oct. 8-9 at Stevenson High School. Tickets available. Call (847) 917-7726 or visit www.anshetikvah.org for information.

Shir Hadash Reconstructionist Synagogue is gearing up for the High Holidays. On Friday, Sept. 19, well-known Chicago comedian and satirist Aaron Freeman will lead a unique evening of Torah study as he combines ancient text with modern performance art.

On Saturday, Sept. 20, a Selichot service will feature a special screening of the film "Praying With Lior," a tender documentary focusing on the profoundly special relationship Lior Liebling, a boy with Down syndrome, has with prayer and God. Following the movie there will be a Selichot service that ushers in the themes, prayers and music of the Jewish High Holiday season. Refreshments will be served following the film and service.

Lectures, seminars

Beth Tikvah Congregation hosts a public forum at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 19, to address what's at stake for the United States and American Jews as America gets set to vote in the upcoming presidential election. The forum will be led by Jay Tcath, executive director of the Jewish Community Relations Council in Chicago. RSVP to Beth Tikvah by e-mailing office@Beth-Tikvah.org; calling (847) 885-4545; or visiting www.beth-tikvah.org.

Christ Community Mennonite Church, 800 S. Roselle Road in Schaumburg sponsors "With Peace and Justice for All", from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20. This all-day workshop includes sessions led by Emmaus Ministries of Chicago, Evergreen Leaders, Christian Peacemakers, Department of Peace, Lombard Mennonite Peace Center, Bread for the World, Chicago Interfaith Committee for Worker's Rights, Campaign for Better Health Care and worship experiences. Registration cost includes lunch and all sessions, $30 ($20 for students and seniors). For information and registration, call (847) 895-3654. A special class and worship service with guest speaker J.R. Burkholder will continue at 9 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 21 at the same address. Visit www.christcommunitymennonite.org.

Holy Family Catholic Community, 2515 W. Palatine Road, Inverness, will host an evening Scripture Study at 7 p.m. Mondays, Sept. 15, 22 and 29. Pauline A. Viviano, Ph.D., will present "Catholics Confront Creation - The Bible and Creation, Science and Creation, The Church and Creation." For details or to register, call (847) 907-3441. Fee: $30.

Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois welcomes Stephen Morse, Ph.D., to discuss how to use his "One-Step Web pages: A Potpourri of Genealogical Search Tools" and "One-Step Web pages: A Hodgepodge of Lesser Known Gems" at 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21, at Temple Beth Israel, 3601 W. Dempster St., Skokie. This program is free to members of the Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois. There will be a $10 charge to nonmembers (which will apply to JGSI membership when you join by Oct. 31). To reserve your place, e-mail rsvp@jgsi.org. For details about JGSI programs, visit www.jewishgen.org/jgsi or call (312) 666-0100.

The Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois will host "Hidden Treasures in the JGSI Library and Highlights from the IAJGS Conference" at 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21, at Temple Beth Israel, 3601 W. Dempster St., Skokie. Facilities open at 12:30 p.m. Visit jewishgen.org/jgsi or call (312) 666-0100.

Basic Buddhism classes continue at Rissho Kosei Kai Buddhist Church on the first Sunday of the month at the church, 1 W. Euclid Ave., Mount Prospect (corner of Route 83 and Euclid). The next class will be at 10:45 a.m. Sept. 7. (847) 259-3018.

Master Your Energy, Change the World: The Principles of Energy Leadership will be held from 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21, at Unity Northwest Church, 259 E. Central Road, Des Plaines. Suggested offering is $35. (847) 297-0997.

The Conscious Classroom will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, at Unity Northwest Church 259 E. Central Road, Des Plaines. Registration & Networking at 8:30 a.m., workshop begins at 9 a.m. This training is for members of youth ministry teams and will explore how to create an environment where children and teens feel safe and nurtured. Call (708) 785-7566 or e-mail glrkids@comcast.net. $40 workshop fee and lunch offered on a freewill offering basis.

Unity Northwest Church will offer a presentation and workshop on "The Work of Byron Katie: Four Questions that Can Change Your Life!" from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 30 to Oct. 14, at the church, 259 E. Central Road, Des Plaines. Freewill offering. Call (847) 297-0997 to register.

A seminar exploring and analyzing individual spiritual gifts will be led by the Rev. M. E. Eccles, assistant rector at St. Simon's Episcopal Church, on Wednesdays, Sept. 17 and Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, beginning at 6:30 p.m. All are welcome and registration is not necessary. St. Simon's is at 717 Kirchoff Road, Arlington Heights, adjacent to Northwest Community Hospital. (847) 259-2930.

The Rev. John Kieschnick will lead a special workshop on "Giving According to God's Plan" Saturday, Sept. 20, at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 111 W. Olive, Arlington Heights. His Bible study will focus on the power of God's grace. Kieschnick will also be participating in worship services Saturday, Sept. 20 and Sunday, Sept. 21. (847) 259-4114 or www.stpeter-ah.org.

Do you want to feel closer to God? First Church of Christ, Scientist, Arlington Heights, invites everyone to view an Internet lecture at your convenience in your own home. The lecture, "The Certainty of God's Spiritual Healing," is presented by Bosede Bakarey, C.S.B. of Nigeria. The lecture may be viewed through Monday, Sept. 15, at www.chicagospirituality.com or www.CSDirectory.com. Join in for Sunday services and Sunday school at 10 a.m. or Wednesday testimony meetings at 8 p.m. at 401 S. Evergreen Ave., Arlington Heights.

Dr. Paul L. Maier will present "Martin Luther and the Reformation" Saturday, Oct. 4, in the Martin Activity Center at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 111 W. Olive, Arlington Heights. Maier is professor of ancient history at Western Michigan University. Doors will open at 9 a.m. for registration and coffee. Early registration is $15/person (prior to Sunday, Sept. 21) and $20/person after. Registration fee includes lunch and breaks. To register, call (847) 259-4114.

A prophecy seminar "The Time of the End and the Opening of the Book of Daniel" will be presented from 1:30-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, in the Hendrickson Room at the Arlington Heights library, 500 N. Dunton Ave. For details, call Dave at (847) 253-0538.

Miscellaneous

Faith World Outreach, 6N100 Route 59, Bartlett, is partnering with Angel Food Ministries to provide groceries to those in need. For $25, a family in need receives a box of quality groceries, both fresh and frozen items. (630) 830-0193 or angelfoodministries.com.

Hope Community Church has been ministering in the Hoffman/Schaumburg area for the last 10 years. Currently, the church meets at 10 a.m. Sundays at Eisenhower Junior High, Jones and Hassell roads in Hoffman. To celebrate 10 years, Hope is sponsoring a "No Sale" garage sale. Items have been donated for the event and will be given away to anyone in the community who wishes to attend the event, which will take place at Eisenhower from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 14.

After serving more than 12 years as minister of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church (ELCA) in Schaumburg, the Rev. Donald Myrom is preparing to retire. Myrom's first day leading the church was Feb. 14, 1996. His last day will be Sunday, Sept. 14, 2008, and he will be preaching at all services that weekend.

During his time at Prince of Peace, Myrom has been active in the broader community. He served for nine years on the board of Schaumburg's Friendship Village and for five years on the board of Lutheran Social Services of Illinois. He was also was a member of the board of trustees at the Elgin Symphony Orchestra, and was active in the Schaumburg/Hoffman Estates Clergy Association.

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church is at 930 W. Higgins Road, Schaumburg. Traditional services are at 5:30 p.m. Saturdays and 8:30 a.m. and 9:45 a.m. Sundays. A contemporary service is at 11 a.m. Sundays. www.princeofpeace.net or (847) 885-7010.

Join Bill Kramer of St. Marcelline Parish in Schaumburg and other volunteers from the Northwest suburbs as they travel to New Orleans in October to aid Catholic Charities of New Orleans in its efforts to rebuild New Orleans.

Kramer is seeking eight to 25 adult volunteers (ages 21 and older) from any faith, to work with him and Catholic Charities of New Orleans Monday-Friday, Oct. 13-17. He is especially in need of a few volunteers with construction experience.

For details or to volunteer, call Kramer at (847) 352-0092 or (773) 278-2000, ext. 4635, or e-mail wmfkramer@comcast.net.

For the third year, St. John UCC is offering a labyrinth. The labyrinth, mowed into the church's lawn at 1475 W. Algonquin Road, Palatine, is a seven-circuit adaptation of the 11-circuit labyrinth found in Chartres Cathedral in France. There is a single path going into and out the center. .

"A Better Day 2008"' takes place from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, at the Countryside Unitarian Church, 1025 N. Smith Road in Palatine. The conference aims to foster grass roots efforts toward peace, justice and the environment. The open, family-friendly, nonpartisan event offers three tracks of activity: speakers, an exhibit of local organizations and breakout sessions. Jim Kenney of Common Ground will give the keynote address "Peace is Possible." A $10 suggested donation is requested. Additional details are available at www.better-day.info or by calling Hal Snyder at (224) 678-6188.

Congregation Beth Judea (Conservative), Route 83 and Hilltop Road in Long Grove, is now accepting 2008-09 synagogue membership registration, Sunday and Hebrew School registration, as well as "Jewish University" class registration (grades 8-12), and membership in the various youth groups. For details, call Executive Director Lisa Neiman, Education Director Anna Besser or Youth Director Aaron Polansky at (847) 634-0777 or visit bethjudea.org.

The Blessing of the Animals will be held at St. Peter Community Church, 2700 Willow Road, Northbrook, at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 13. Bring pets to be blessed by the Rev. Jan Smith. (847) 272-2246.

Singles ages 35 and older are invited to enjoy bowling and bocce ball at Pinstripes at 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 14. Call St. Peter Community Church, 2700 Willow Road, Northbrook, for more details and to register. (847) 272-2246.

A free beginning yoga class will be offered from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturdays at Rissho Kosei-Kai Buddhist Church, 1 W. Euclid Ave., Mount Prospect. Bring your yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing. (847) 259-3018.

The 30th anniversary celebration of the Lutheran Social Services of the West/Northwest Suburban Counseling Center at Trinity Lutheran Church, 675 E. Algonquin Road, Des Plaines will be held at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 21. The community is invited. For information, contact Pastor Leslie Willimason at (847) 827-6656 or e-mail lesliewilliamson@ameritech.net.

St. Alphonsus Liguori will host its third annual Oktoberfest at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 26. The evening, open to adults 21 and older, will feature traditional Oktoberfest music by the Johnny Wagner Band. Other performances include yodeling, the Alphorn and cowbells. Tickets are $20 before Sept. Monday, 15 ($25 after Sept. 15 or at the door, space permitting) and include a dinner of grilled bratwurst, potato salad, sauerkraut and desserts. The Beer Tent will offer imported German beer, domestic beer, wine, Jägermeister and soft drinks.

Tickets are now available, either in the church lobby following Sunday Masses or by mail. Tables of 10 can be reserved in advance with full payment only. Make checks payable to Saint Alphonsus Church and mail to: St. Alphonsus Oktoberfest 411 N. Wheeling Road, Prospect Heights, IL 60070. All mail order tickets will be available at will-call. For details, call (847) 255-7452.

St. Nicholas Episcopal Church opens its Supplemental Food Pantry from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays to the hungry of Elk Grove Village, Hoffman Estates and Schaumburg.

Bags of groceries are given to anyone in need, with no eligibility requirement. The church is at 1072 Ridge Ave., Elk Grove Village. (847) 439-2067 or onebreadonebody.org.

Church Of The Incarnation is looking for singers and instrumentalists for the Chancel Choir and Incarnation Sound Praise Band. Singers from high school age through adult are welcome to join the Chancel Choir which sings for the Sunday service at 10:15 a.m. Rehearsals are 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Instrumentally, the band is looking for guitarists, drummers, and keyboardists for Sunday services at 10:15 a.m. Instrumentalists also from high school age through adult are welcome to join Incarnation Sound Praise Band. Rehearsals are at 9 a.m. Sundays. The church is at 330 W. Golf Road, Arlington Heights. Call (847) 956-1510 for details.

Church school for children, youth and adult Bible study begin Sunday, Sept. 14, at Congregational United Church of Christ, 1001 W. Kirchoff Road, in Arlington Heights. Adult study is from 9 to 10 a.m. Participants will explore the book of Matthew. Church School is at 10:30 a.m. Children will explore the stories in Genesis. www.CongUCC.org or (847) 392-6650.

A Columbus Day-Fatima Day Celebration will be held Monday, Oct. 13. The schedule is: 8 a.m. Mass with Fr. Becker; 9 a.m. coffee and rolls; 9:30 a.m. procession from Knights of Columbus Hall, 15 N. Hickory in Arlington Heights to North Park with songs and Rosary; 10 a.m. prayers and songs at park; noon process back to hall. Knights, children, and anti-abortion groups welcome.

Community Prayer is offered from 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays in the Kingdom Life House of Prayer Chapel at the Community Church of Rolling Meadows, 2720 Kirchoff Road, Rolling Meadows. (847) 506-1511 or www.KingdomLifeHouseOfPrayer.org.

St. Edna Church, 2525 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights, offers several support groups including ones for those who have been widowed, a group for mothers who have lost a son or a daughter and a group for those struggling with divorce. (847) 398-3362, ext. 318.

Seniors

The following events are at Victory Centre of Bartlett, 1101 W. Bartlett Road, Bartlett. They are free and open to the public, but reservations are encouraged. For information, contact (630) 213-0100.

• Thursday, Sept. 25, 10:30 a.m.: Ron Raben, education director of Congregation Kneseth Israel in Elgin will talk about the history of upcoming Rosh Hashana (Sept. 30) and Yom Kippur, which follows 10 days later. Enjoy sampling the traditional chola and hearing the sounds of the blowing of the shofar ram's horn.

• Friday, Sept. 26, 10:30 a.m.: Celebrate Native American Day and Active Aging Week with a Drumming Circle led by Music Therapist Rita Lopienski. Learn about the history of drums and how they are used in their cultures, and experience firsthand the therapeutic benefits of playing them, such as stress reduction, self-expression and spirituality.

Special services

Ha Mishkan David, The Tabernacle Of David, will celebrate The Feast Of Shavu'ot/Tabernacles at 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, at Comfort Suits, 2480 Bushwood Drive, Elgin. Registrations taken by phone or e-mail. Free admission. Bring a kosher dish. Food/fellowship/music. For information, visit hamishkandavid.org or call (847) 464-5477.

Congregation Kneseth Israel holds Shabbat service at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the synagogue, 330 Division St., Elgin. Registration is now being accepted for fall religious school, grades prekindergarten through high school. (847) 741-5656. ckielgin.org.

Congregation Shirat Shalom offers Shabbat services at 9:45 a.m. Saturdays, followed by a community kiddush luncheon. Tot Shabbat services are the third Friday of the month, and adult education classes are Thursdays and Saturdays. Hebrew School registration is now open, call for details at (847) 695-6246.

Lord of Life Lutheran Church will have a blessing of the animals service, open to all, at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27. Canine Companions will be presenting a demonstration on behavior, health, etc. of our pets. Lord of Life Lutheran Church is at 119 W. Wise Road in Schaumburg. (847) 895-8877, www.lord-of-life.org.

Our Saviour's United Methodist Church in Schaumburg will continue its 50th anniversary celebration Sunday, Sept. 21, with the return of founding pastor, the Rev. Howard Benson. Benson and his wife, Shirley, came to Hoffman Estates in 1958 to start a Methodist church. Many charter members remember those early days of meeting in schools, having Sunday school classes in hallways and carrying hymnals and chairs in the trunks of their cars. We will celebrate how far we have come in 50 years. Rev. Benson will be preaching Sunday morning at both 9 and 10:30 a.m. services. There will be a potluck immediately following the second service. The Bensons are retired and live in Wheaton.

The Lord of Life Lutheran Church Mission Quilters will dedicate quilts during the Sunday services Oct. 19. The quilts will be displayed over all the pews during the dedication service. These quilts will be shipped by Lutheran World Relief to people in need in the United States and Third World countries. Church services are held at 8 and 10:30 a.m. The church is at 119 W. Wise Road, Schaumburg. www.lord-of-life.org.

Christ Lutheran Church will participate in a congregation-wide Bible study called "Living the Mission." From Sunday, Sept. 14 through Sunday, Nov. 23, the congregation will participate in small group Bible study as well as hearing the message on Sunday mornings. Worship is on Sunday mornings at 8:30 a.m. (traditional) and 10:30 a.m. (contemporary). Christ Lutheran Church is at 41 S. Rohlwing Road, Palatine. (847) 358-4600.

Shabbat worship services are offered at 7:30 p.m. Fridays (Kabbalat Shabbat) and at 9:30 a.m. Saturdays at Congregation Beth Judea, Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove. Birthdays and anniversaries will be recognized at the first Friday night service of the month. Daily minyan services are: Mondays at 6:15 a.m.; Monday through Thursday at 7:30 p.m.; and Sundays at 9 a.m.

Tot Shabbat services are held in the main sanctuary of the synagogue at 6:30 p.m. on the second Friday of every month. Gan Shabbat services are held every Saturday morning at 10:30 a.m. in the Beit HaMidrash on the Religious School level. (847) 634-0777.

Congregation Beth Judea will hold a Selichot Dessert Reception at 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, in the synagogue's Social Hall. A Selichot Service will follow at 10:30 p.m. in the main sanctuary. As is the custom, all services at Beth Judea, except for Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur, are open to the entire community. Beth Judea is on Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove. For details, contact Lisa Neiman at (847) 634-0777.

Kol Chaverim, a 1-year-old post-denominational, participatory, egalitarian congregation, invites prospective members to regular Shabbat morning services and kiddush lunch from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the Jewish Council for Youth Services Northwest, 1700 Weiland Road, Buffalo Grove. Call (847) 398-2019 by Friday. kolchaverim.org.

St. Matthew's Ev. Lutheran Church, 9081 N. Maryland St. Niles, has scheduled an outdoor service for 10 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 14. The service will be held under a tent on the church property. Everyone residing in the community is welcome to attend. Those who attend worship are invited to stay for the church picnic. For additional information, contact the church at (847) 827-4360 or e-mail KnowJesusBetter@StMatthews.ws.

The September event for the 50th Anniversary celebration of the Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, Elk Grove Village, will highlight the church's musical heritage in a Vespers Hymn Festival at 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 28. Christopher Loemker, prominent contributor to Lutheran Church music, will be guest organist. The Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit is at 150 Lions Drive in Elk Grove Village.

The Rev. Tim Haugen will preach on the subject "Neighbor Love" at the 9 and 10:30 a.m. services Sunday, Sept. 14, at Meadows Baptist Church, 2401 Kirchoff Road, Rolling Meadows. Adult, student ministries and children's church Bible schools meet at 9 a.m. A second adult Bible class and the Adventure Club for children ages 4 through sixth grade meet at 10:30 p.m. The Awana Club for children ages 3 through sixth grade meets at 7 p.m. each Thursday. (847) 255-8764.

"One More Plague" is the sermon topic for the 10:30 a.m. worship service, Sunday, Sept. 14, at Congregational United Church of Christ, 1001 Kirchoff Road, Arlington Heights. In celebration of Christian Education Sunday and resumption of church school classes, the church school teachers, confirmation leaders and mentors will receive their commissioning. Children will go to their church school classes immediately following the commissioning. Communion will be celebrated during the worship service. www.CongUCC.org or (847) 392-6650.

The Mad Monks of Melody New Orleans-style jazz ensemble will lead the 9:30 a.m. worship service on Sunday, Sept. 21, at St. John United Church of Christ, 308 N. Evergreen Ave., Arlington Heights. (847) 255-6687. www.churchonthepark.com.

The Kingdom Life House of Prayer Chapel at the Community Church of Rolling Meadows. 2720 Kirchoff, Rolling Meadows, offers worship from 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays. (847) 506-1511, www.KingdomLifeHouseOfPrayer.org.

Concordia Chicago Wind Symphony will perform at the 9:30 and 11 a.m. services Sunday, Sept. 14, at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 111 W. Olive, Arlington Heights. They will begin playing about 15 minutes before the two services.

In addition, a community church picnic will be Sunday, Sept. 14, 10:45 a.m. outdoor worship service to 4 p.m. Bring your family and friends and a food tent, games and crafts for all ages, clowns, prizes, pony rides, dunk tank, prize bingo games, moon walk and other attractions. (847) 259-4114 or www.stpeter-ah.org.

Women's programs

The Ladies of St. Marcelline, 822 S. Springinsguth, Schaumburg, invite all to join them Thursday, Sept. 25, for Women at the Well, a program co-sponsored with the parish and Alexian Brothers Hospital Network. The gathering is held in the parish Family Room, where participants enjoy a light meal, followed by a presentation. The presenter for the evening is Stef Standefer, who plans to provide a funny and honest look at our desires and dreams as we journey through life with God. Requested donation of $7. (847) 524-4429.

The Women's Fellowship of Community Church of Barrington will have a meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18, in the Fellowship Hall. We will be having both evening and day time meetings to accommodate all women in the Barrington area. Please bring a dish to share - beverages and desserts will be provided. Youth Minister Ashley Prescott Barlow will provide the program for the evening. Community Church of Barrington is at 301 E Lincoln in Barrington. (847) 381-1294.

The Presbyterian Women's circles of the Presbyterian Church of Palatine will be meeting at various times throughout the day Sept. 17 for fellowship and Bible study. Baby sitting is available. All women are invited and encouraged to attend. The church is at 800 E. Palatine Road. Call the church office at (847) 358-4650 for details.

The Sisterhood of Congregation Beth Judea has planned its first social program of the 2008-09 year for 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17. Studio J is affiliated with the Duman JCC, 390 Half Day Road, Buffalo Grove. The cost is $20 per person. (847) 634-0777. Beth Judea is on Route 83 and Hilltop Road, Long Grove.

A "Women in the Bible" class begins Tuesday, Sept. 23, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 675 E. Algonquin Road, Des Plaines. The group will meet the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. (847) 827-6656 or contact Cathy Williams at cathy3295@ameritech.net.

The United Methodist Women's fall gathering will begin at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 16, in Fellowship Hall (lower level), First United Methodist Church, 1903 E. Euclid Ave., Arlington Heights. Dr. Sarah Jerome, Arlington Heights Elementary School District 25 superintendent and a member of the congregation, will speak about educating children globally and the importance of teaching peace and forgiveness in today's world. For details, contact Jo Mazik at (847) 640-7323. For child care reservations, contact Jennifer Jones at (847) 392-0876. www.ahfumc.org.

Women's Bible Study, led by laypeople, is held every Wednesday morning, 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Congregational United Church of Christ, 1001 W. Kirchoff Road, Arlington Heights. Newcomers are welcome. CongUCC.org or (847) 392-6650.

CoffeeHour is a women's Bible study and outreach of Arlington Countryside Church in Arlington Heights. A variety of studies are offered and different times to meet - morning (child care available) and evening. www.acchurch.org.