Local congregations

May 09, 2008 05:11 pm

— ASSEMBLY OF GOD
FIRST, CHECOTAH, 401 N. Broadway, will present the drama, “Tales of the Undertaker,” at 7 p.m. today at the church. Pastor Paul and Rachel Butler called it a heart-stirring drama. Information: 473-6670.

FIRST, WARNER, 206 S. Third St., will host, “A Day to Honor Israel,” 10:45 a.m. Sunday, May 18. The service will include Jewish praise and worship, and a timely message by Pastor Dwayne Maynard regarding Israel’s 60th birthday and what will happen according to biblical prophecy. For more information contact the church office at 463-2629 or visit online at www.warnerfirstassembly.org.

FIRST, WEBBERS FALLS, Oklahoma 100 North, will have a Benefit Dinner and Gospel Sing, 4 to 8 p.m. today. Debbie Adams has had multiple sclerosis for nine years and her husband, Frankie, was diagnosed with cancer a year ago. They have mounting medical bills and he is still trying to work. There will be a barbecue brisket dinner with all the trimmings, hamburgers, hot dogs and desserts. Musician jam session inside is from 4 to 6 p.m. with local singers. The outside stage will feature Heaven’s Redeemed and the Alversons from 6 to 7:30 p.m. All proceeds go to Frankie and Debbie Adams. Information: Teresa Sutterfield, 464-2869.

KEEFETON, 1891 E. 10018 St. South, Keefeton. Information: Shawn Miller, 681-7554.
BAPTIST
ANTIOCH, TAHLEQUAH, will celebrate the first anniversary for Pastor and Mrs. Carl A. Rucker at 3 p.m. May 18. Speaker will be Pastor Jean Nickson from Mission Point Baptist Church in Fort Smith, Ark. Information: Betty Brown, 456-2903, or Lee B. Sallis, 456-9461.

CENTRAL, 624 East Side Blvd., has a free clothing closet open from 1 to 3 p.m. Tuesdays. Enter through the northwest corner door. Information: 683-2946.

DEANS CHAPEL, 1119 S. Maryland St., is having the annual musical 7 p.m. Saturday, May 17th. Macedonia Baptist Church, Mt. Zion Baptist Church, New Zion Baptist Church, Mt. Calvary Baptist Church and Central Baptist Church are all invited to attend.

FIRST, 111 S. Seventh St., offers on Sundays: 9:30 and 10:55 a.m., worship services; 9:30 and 10:55 a.m., Bible study classes; 5 p.m., discipleship classes; 6:30 p.m., evening worship service. Other activities and classes:
• Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m., evening children’s programs; 5:30 p.m., Fellowship Supper; 6:15 p.m., adult Bible studies, Fellowship Hall. Information: 682-3496.

FIRST, PIANO SPRING RECITAL for the students of Helen James was held Sunday, at the First Baptist Church Chapel. Students performing included: Olivia McIntosh, Logan Rinehart, Bailey Epps, Marykate Cole, Peyton Chebahtah, Kiyam McIntosh, Keziah Patzer, Jamie Fernan, Meade McElroy, Shaylee Patzer and Mallory McElroy. Contact Helen James 687-4642.

FIRST, CHECOTAH, will host a Southern Gospel and Blue Grass Festival, 4 p.m. Saturday, Family Life Center of First Free Will Baptist Church, 716 N. Broadway, Checotah. Several gospel and blue grass groups will be perfuming. Supper and refreshments will be available. The public is invited to come and enjoy an evening of great music on a donation basis.

FOUNTAIN, 2540 W. 60th St. North, will host a Mother’s Day banquet, 4 p.m., May 10. Theme is Memory Lane Titus 2:3-5, church number 683-0139. Information Mary Duncan, 687-0301.

FIRST, TULLAHASSEE, will have a Gospel Talent Showcase at 7 p.m. today. Pastor: The Rev. James Stephens. With the help of other talented young people, Ashtonn Thompson is hosting the showcase as a fund raiser to be used for him to attend a Disney, Elite Model Management. Special guests: Adrienne Mayfield, Skylar Little, Keyora Santos, Little Rose Missionary Baptist Church Drill Team, Youth of Christ Kingdom Builders, Langston Worshippers, and more. Information: Lori Hytche-Thompson, 348-4878 or 348-0566.
• Heavenly Echoes will sponsor a monthly musical at 3 p.m. Sunday. Special guest will be The Kings of Joy of Tulsa. The public is welcome.

FIRST, PIANO SPRING RECITAL for the students of Helen James was held Sunday, at the First Baptist Church Chapel. Students performing included: Olivia McIntosh, Logan Rinehart, Bailey Epps, Marykate Cole, Peyton Chebahtah, Kiyam McIntosh, Keziah Patzer, Jamie Fernan, Meade McElroy, Shaylee Patzer and Mallory McElroy. Contact Helen James 687-4642.

GRANDVIEW, will be showing “Road to Redemption,” 6 p.m. May 18, 3608 S. Cherokee Drive. Popcorn will be given to viewers. Information: 683-2477 or check us out online at www.grandviewbaptist.com.

LAWRENCE STREET, corner of Patterson and Lawrence streets off Gibson Street. Information: 577-1733.

MEADOWBROOK, 2421 Elizabeth, will host ByFOLKal Band at 7 p.m. today for an evening of gospel bluegrass. The band has 10 members from the area. The concert is free. Transportation and nursery are available. Information: 682-8636
• A revival will be at 7 p.m. Sunday to Wednesday with an 11 a.m. service Sunday. Evangelist is Steve Cody. Music will be by Pat and Vivian Loving. Transportation and nursery are available.

OLD AGENCY, 1115 N. 24th St., will host its Usher Day Program 4 p.m. on Sunday. Guest speaker will be Rev. Henry McVay, pastor of Mt. Bethel Baptist Church in Porter. Area ushers are invited to join in the usher procession. Old Agency pastors are A. H. & Marlene Jones. If you need more information, please call 682-6720.

OLDHAM MEMORIAL, 3705 Tahlequah, offers on Sundays: 9:30 a.m. Sunday School classes for all ages; 10:40 a.m. worship service led by Scott McDaniel and pastor Tom Gragg; 5:30 p.m. group meetings for children, first through sixth grade and youth; 6:30 p.m. worship service. Wednesdays a prayer service begins at 6:30 p.m. Nursery provided for ages birth to 5. Information: 682-4916 or www.oldhammbc.org.

ST. MARK, 1020 S. Second St., “I Believe In Sunday School,” 11 a.m. Sunday, to honor Bro. Arthur Hill and his five years of dedication to Sunday School. For more information call 683-1669.

ST. MARK, 1020 S. Second St. will host St. Mark’s annual Spring Revival, 7 p.m. May 21st through 23rd., with Rev. Sam Holmes of Paradise Baptist Church of Tulsa. For more information call 683-1669.

ST. MARK, 1020 S. Second St. will host a trip to Pensacola, Fla., on Oct. 16 to 20, which is now opened to the community. Anyone interested in going should contact Alberta Walker at 687-9864. A $40 deposit is needed to reserve a seat. Travel is by Kincaid Coach Lines in a 54-passenger luxury motor coach with DVD and VCR players throughout the cabin. Hotel stay is at Hampton Inn with free hot breakfast buffet. Information: 816-6222 or 683-1669.
CATHOLIC
ST. JOSEPH, 321 N. Virginia St., will host a free community breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m. today, fourth Saturday of the month, in the Parish Life Center, 301 N. Virginia, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council No. 962. Enter through the west door. Information: Alan Zbavitel, grand knight, 683-1662, or Joe Brandt, activities chairman, 577-6141.
• The Cub Scout Blue and Gold Banquet will be at 6:30 p.m. today in the parish hall.
• Members of the parish finance committee will give a quarterly financial report at all Masses this weekend.

ST. JOSEPH, 321 N. Virginia St., the First Saturday Mass will be offered 9 a.m. today, in the Adoration Chapel. The Feast of the Ascension of the Lord will be celebrated this Sunday at all Masses. Members of the parish finance committee will give a quarterly financial report at Mass this weekend.
EPISCOPAL
GRACE, 218 N. Sixth St., has a food kitchen, Servings of Grace, operating out of Parish Hall. The kitchen offers a free meal to anyone from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 17, the third Saturday of the month. It is manned by volunteers from Grace Episcopal Church. Information: 687-5416.
LUTHERAN
FIRST, 428 E. Broadway, services begin with Sunday School for all ages at 9:15 a.m., and worship service at 10:30 a.m. Sunday. For van pickup or for information: Wayne Schuett, pastor, 682-9533.
NON-DENOMINATIONAL
ABOUNDING GRACE OUTREACH CENTER, 3701 E75 North, Okay, hosts a worship service at 2 p.m. Sundays. Anointed singing, prophecy and anointed preaching. Information: Kelly and Janice Bray, senior pastors, 478-2028.

NEW LIFE MINISTRIES, 202 S. Main St., Taft. Information: 686-7873 or 686-7874.

ABIDING LIFE FELLOWSHIP, 1407 Callahan St., offers classes and activities:
• Sundays, 9:30 a.m., Sunday school classes; 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. worship service.
• Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., dinner, 7 p.m. services. For information or transportation: 686-7253.
• Today, sunrise, Rummage Sale, with money earned used to help send youth to Summerfest PCG Talent Expo in St. Louis and to church camp in July. Items include a fifth-wheel travel trailer, old computers, furniture, toys, clothing, church equipment, and more. Donations welcome. There will be a car bash and hot dog stand.

CHRISTIAN CHAPEL, 4043 Chandler Road. Information: 687-1606.

CHRIST FOR THE WORLD INTERNATIONAL, 120 N. 24th St., across from Nelson’s Furniture, invites everyone to attend a four-night end-time prophetic revival at 7 p.m. Sunday, through Wednesday. Speaker will be Prophet Kenny Cambell. Information: 684-9963.

CHURCH OF THE LIVING WATER, 2509 S. 32nd St., one-fourth mile south of Hancock. Information: 682-1540.

FAITH DELIVERANCE CHRISTIAN CENTER, 401 Independence Ave., has Destiny Skate Center at 910 S. D St., from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturdays. It features video games, pool table, music, more. Admission: $2.50 plus $1 for skate rental. Information: 781-0039.

GOD’S POWERHOUSE CHRISTIAN CENTER, 1616 E. Hancock St., hosts holy ghost healing services at 7 p.m. Saturdays with pastors Danny and Brandy Scott. Information: 682-1030 or 360-2089 or www.GodsPowerhouse.org.
• Make Me Like Jesus meetings are at 6:30 p.m. Mondays with Apostle Charley Ford.
• Leadership classes with Bishop Charley Ford are 7 p.m. Thursdays. Information: www.ForSuchATime.org/events.

LIFEPOINT CHURCH, U.S. 69 South. Information: www.eternityfocus.com.

LINDA DARNELL MINISTRIES, 2227 S. Garnett, Tulsa. Information: 510-8320 or 260-9788.
PRESBYTERIAN
BETHANY, 2000 E. Haskell Blvd., Sunday, immediately after worship, Graduation Luncheon honoring graduates Darcie Dieman, Samantha Gatzman and Gerald Shores; 2 p.m. baccalaureate at Boulevard Christian Church.
• Monday, no Bible study.
• Thursday, 1:30 p.m., fun and games.
Information: The Rev. Thea McKee, 682-8683.

FIRST, 500 W. Broadway, offers these classes and activities:
• Friday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Church Garage Sale.
• Sunday, 9:45 a.m. — The Forum Sunday School will discuss the current state of medical care with Dr. Gibbs; 11 a.m. Pentecost Sunday Worship Service with baptism; 5 p.m. Evening Handbell rehearsal in the Sanctuary.
• Monday, noon — Monday Musings in Nash Hall - Brown bag lunch and conversation; 1 p.m., Monday prayer group in church library.
• Tuesday, 2 p.m. — Presbyterian Women Spring Tea; 7 p.m., Grief Share in the Church Library.
• Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. — Sanctuary Choir rehearsal.
• Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. — Glory Ringers Handbell Choir rehearsal.
UNITED METHODIST
FIRST, Porter, will host a free community breakfast from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., the last Sunday of the month. Information: 483-6013.

FIRST, 500 E. Okmulgee Ave., offers these services and opportunities: Mondays & Thursdays 6:30 p.m. — Rags to Recovery Gamblers Anonymous
Mondays & Fridays
9 a.m. — Angels at Play Kids Day Out Program.
• Mondays— 6:30 a.m. Men's Prayer Breakfast (Boom-A-Rang Diner); 3:30 p.m., Children's Choir Rehearsal; 5:30 p.m., Heavy Metal Youth Handbell Rehearsal; 6:30 p.m., Women's Old Testament Bible Study; 7 p.m., Boy Scout Troop 603.
• Tuesdays — 6:30 p.m. First Place Bible Study/Weight Loss.
• Wednesdays — 4 p.m., Youth Bible Study; 5:30 p.m., Grace Notes Handbell Rehearsal; 6 p.m. Yoga; 6:15 p.m. Soul Focus Band Practice; 6:30 p.m., Chancel Choir Rehearsal; 7:30 p.m., Methodist 101.
• Sunday — Rural Life Sunday: 9:30 a.m., Sunday School; 10:30 a.m., Combined Worship; noon, All Church Picnic; 4 p.m., Blessing of the Pets.
• Monday — 6:30 p.m., NEW DAYS Cancer Support Group (Celebrating 5th Birthday); 6:30 p.m., Muskogee Cooperative Ministries Annual Gathering and Potluck Supper.
• Friday — 5:30 p.m., Confirmation Class Trip.
• Sunday, May 11 — Mother's Day & Confirmation Sunday: 9:30 a.m., Sunday School.
• Monday, May 12— 10:30 a.m., Combined Worship.
• Wednesday, May 14 — 5:30 p.m. Transportation Fundraising Dinner; 6:30 p.m., United Methodist Men; 6:30 p.m., Children's Musical “Rescue In the Night”
• Thursday, May 15 — noon, Senior Adult Luncheon With Guest Speaker, Jimmy Moore.
• Sunday, May 18 — Senior Sunday: 9 a.m., Contemporary Worship; 10 a.m., Sunday School; 11 a.m., Traditional Worship.

GORE, Fourth and Winn streets, will host a Parents Night Out from 6 to 9 p.m. May 15, third Friday of the month. Parents with children from infants to 10 years may drop off their children with no charge. Children may enjoy crafts, storytelling, games, movies and pizza.
• The Gore-Webbers Falls Community Food Pantry is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the Monday and Tuesday of the third full week of each month. Groceries will be handed out at Gore United Methodist Church. This food pantry is hosted by the Gore United Methodist Church and sponsored by the Gore-Webbers Falls Ministerial Alliance. Information: 489-5313.

ST. PAUL, 2130 W. Okmulgee Ave., will host a free community breakfast from 8 to 10 a.m., second Saturday of each month, in the activity building. Enter through the south door. Information: 687-7571. Other activities:
• Friday — 8 a.m., Community breakfast at Activity Center hosted by New Life Class.
• Sunday — 8:30 a.m., Worship Services, Rowsey Chapel; 9 a.m., FUEL Contemporary Worship, Fellowship Hall; 9:45 a.m., Sunday School & Spirit Zone; 11 a.m., Sanctuary; 5:30 p.m., Youth Group.
• Tuesday — 9 a.m., Sr. Adult Yoga, Narthex.
• Thursday — 11 a.m., Ladies’ Handbell Choir rehearsal and luncheon, in choir room.
• Friday — 10 a.m., Learning Tree Spring Sing in sanctuary. Learning Tree Picnic immediately following Spring Sing in Honor Heights Park.
• Saturday — 8 a.m., Community Breakfast, Activity Center, New Life Class will be hosting.

TRINITY, 518 Houston St., hosts Muskogee Cooperative Ministries Baby Basket Infant Supply Closet. Hours: 10 a.m. to noon Mondays; 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays; and 4:30 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays. Photo identification is requested. Information: 687-4693.
• Sundays, 9:30 a.m. Sunday School; 10:45 a.m. worship service.
• Wednesday, 7 p.m., weekly Bible study.
OTHER
REVIVAL with the Rev. Roy Parnell, 6 p.m, Sunday; 7 p.m. Monday through Wednesday. Pentecostal Church of God, 303 SW Railroad St., Fort Gibson. For more information contact the Rev. H.J. Ford, 478-3977.

CHURCH OF CHRIST GOSPEL MEETING “Lift Him Up,” 10:45 a.m., May 18; 7 p.m., May 19 to 21. Speaker will be Dr. Jack Evans, president of Southwestern Christian College of Terrell, Texas.

THE CROSS CHURCH OF GOD, formerly B Street Church of God, 306 S. B St., will have Pastor Appreciation Sunday on Sunday with a special speaker, Gregory Hatchett, and lots of music. A potluck dinner will be served after service. This is also a going away party for the pastor. Bring a funny story to tell about the pastor and any old photos of the church and the Hatchetts. Information call 577-6050

ARK OF FAITH, 401 E. Broadway, will have a coffeehouse from 8 to 11 p.m. Fridays featuring various local talent. Refreshments are free. Bring one song, poem, or a three-minute testimony to share at audience-participation set. Information: 682-8411.

THE JOYFUL NOISE NETWORK features the Rev. Tony Wooden and “Churching with St. Paul,” Greater Shiloh Outreach, New Life Ministries and more from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturdays on Channel 29. Information: 680-1521.

DERRICK A. REED RADIO MINISTRIES presents The Joy In The Morning Radio Show from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Sundays on KTFX 101.7. Information: Derrick Reed, 856-1683, www.derrickareedradio.com.

“THE SOUNDS OF SUNDAY” radio show will be heard at 7:30 a.m. Sundays on KTFX 101.7 FM in Muskogee. The Rev. Leon Schneider, pastor of the Wagoner Church of God of Prophecy, will be the host.

FREE SIGN LANGUAGE CLASSES, 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, New Community Church, 3600 E. Shawnee. All ages welcome. Information: Valerie Canaday, 840-9089 or 683-9111.

KINGDOM DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE 2008 Year of the Open Gate classes Tuesdays through May 31, at Faith In Action Inc., 1601 W. Broadway, Suite K, lower level. Information: 682-2211.

PRIMETIME LUNCHEON, sponsored by The First Church of the Nazarene, will be held 11:30 a.m. Monday, 2700 East Peak Blvd., in the Fellowship Hall. Anyone 55 or better is invited to come to the best buffet in town. Bring a covered dish and join us for good food, fun, laughter and friendship. Our regular services are: Sunday School, 9:30 a.m.; Sunday Morning Worship, 10:30 a.m.; Sunday Evening Worship, 6 p.m. and Wednesday Evening Service, 7 p.m. Check out our Web Site at www.muskogeenaz.org. For more information contact Pastor Rodney Durr at 682-2592.

“WALKING AS A KING’S DAUGHTER” Charm School teaches young women about beauty, poise and righteousness. Information: Lisa Harris, director, 869-8485 or 484-5768.

“JESUS IS COMING!” a TV broadcast, airs the first four Fridays of each month at 6:30 a.m. on local channel 44 ION. Drs. Floyd W. and Beverly J. Williams, producers. Information: www.ms7.com.

BIBLE STUDY CLASS from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at the Martin Luther King Center, 627 N. Third St., with Dr. Frank Morrison, instructor. Information: 682-8546.

MUSKOGEE COUNTY GOSPEL SINGING CONVENTION, 1:30 p.m. Sunday, first Sundays, except October; Greenleaf Apartments, 715 S. York St. Information: Zane and Linda Harding, 733-4259, or Charles and Fay Learned, 683-4230.

Deadline for church news is noon Wednesday. E-mail features@muskogeephoenix.com; fax to 684-2865; mail to P.O. Box 1968, Muskogee 74402.