Church and worship news (June 13-19)

Basic United Methodist Church, 489 N. Winchester Ave., corner of Delphine and Fifth Street, Waynesboro, the Rev. Don Gibson — This week’s schedule is as follows:

Sunday: 9:45 a.m. – church school; 11 a.m. – morning worship; 6 p.m. – Hispanic worship service; and 6 p.m. – UM Youth Fellowship.

This Sunday’s sermon will be “That You May Know,” taken from the Bible text Matthew 9:1-13.

Tuesday: 6 p.m. – prayer time; 7 p.m. – adult choir practice.

Thursday: 9 a.m. – women’s Bible study and prayer group; 10:45 a.m. – Day Circle meets; noon – Day Circle lunch; 6 p.m. – Circle No. 1 picnic.

Saturday: 6:30 p.m. – Soul Journey snack and fellowship time; 7 p.m. – Soul Journey praise and worship time.

You may contact the church at 949-8947.

Bethany Lutheran Church, 100 Maple Ave., Waynesboro, Pastor Timothy Bohlmann — Sunday school for all ages begins at 9:45 a.m., allowing children and adults to participate together in an opening and then break into groups based on age for further Bible study and activities. Traditional worship is at 8:30 a.m. and contemporary worship is at 11 a.m. Nursery services will be available all morning.

Other ministry areas include Christ Care Small Group ministry, music ministry, with handbells and choir, and a senior ministry, which meets each Wednesday at 10 a.m. for Bible study. The church also offers a variety of activities for middle school and high school youth.

Bethany’s mission is simple – to share God’s love and life with all. Call the church at 942-4361.

Beverly Manor Baptist Church – The morning service begins at 11 a.m. with Pastor James H. McIntosh. Lunch will be served at 1 p.m. The evening service begins at 3 p.m., with the Pastor Conchita Holtz, of Community United Methodist Church, presiding.

The church’s annual revival service will take place June 23-27, with Dr. Gerald Chapman, of Zion Baptist Church in Ambler, Pa., serving as the evangelist for the week.

The following will be guests at the revival:

June 23 – Pastor Michael Turner, of Ebenezer Inspirational Gospel Choir.

June 24 – Pastor Shelton Page, of St. James Baptist Church Choir.

June 25 – Pastor Joseph Walker, of Morning Star Baptist Church Choir.

June 26 – Pastor Byron Woods, of Shiloh Baptist Church Choir.

June 27 – Pastor Beulah Spellman and the Howard family.

The church’s doors always hang on welcoming hinges. The congregation asks that you come and fellowship with them.

Born Again Pentecostal Church, 172 Little Church Lane, Madison – A revival will be held at the church, with Evangelist Troy Shifflett, from Dibble, Okla.

Services will be June 23-29, Monday through Saturday, at 7:30 p.m. nightly, and Sunday morning at 10 a.m.

There will be a homecoming meal after the morning service.

Calvary Baptist Church, 68 Benz Road, Waynesboro, Pastor W.T. Cole – Sunday school begins at 9:45 a.m. The morning worship service begins at 11 a.m., with an evening service beginning at 6 p.m., to be led by Associate Pastor Joey Locklear.

Nursery services are available during all services. Children’s church will be held during the 11 a.m. morning service. Children’s programs are also held during Sunday and Wednesday evening services.

A Wednesday Bible study and prayer meeting will begin at 7 p.m., led by Brian Read.

A hot dog and ham biscuit bake sale will be held at the Wal-Mart in Waynesboro on Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. All funds will go to the church’s building fund.

Central Baptist Church, 261 Bookerdale Rd., Waynesboro, the Rev. Josh Shiflett – Sunday school will be held at 10 a.m. The church will hold worship services at 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Pastor Vernon R. Berry will deliver the message, “Timothy, A Man of God,” from the Bible text 1 Timothy 6:11

This Sunday, the worship service will focus on Father’s Day with preaching and teaching from the Bible. The congregation will also sing Father’s Day songs. Fathers will be given special gifts, including awards for fathers, coffee mugs and booklets entitled, “The Father’s Role,” written by Dr. Curtis Hutson.

A Wednesday evening worship service will begin at 7 p.m.

Central Baptist Church is an old-fashioned, independent church that uses only the King James version of the Bible.

For more information, contact 942-1344.

First Presbyterian Church, 100 East Frederick St., Staunton, the Rev. Dr. Richard S. Dietrich – Sunday school begins at 9:30 a.m., with a worship service at 11 a.m. The Rev. Dr. Richard S. Dietrich will deliver the sermon “Debts and Debtors,” based on the Bible text Matthew 9:35-10:23.

Vacation Bible School will take place June 22-26, from 5:45-8 p.m. Bible study will resume in the fall.

For more information, call 886-0704.

First Presbyterian Church, 11th Street and Wayne Avenue, Waynesboro, the Rev. Glen Holman — A service will begin at 8:30 a.m., with communion served. Praise and worship is at 9:30 a.m. and traditional worship is at 11 a.m. The Rev. Glen Holman will deliver the message, “Help for Fathers,” with Jonah 1:3-10 serving as the text.

The summer program begins, with the children all beginning the worship service with their parents and then being dismissed for their own worship sessions.

On Thursday at 7 a.m., the men’s Bible study group will meet in the church fellowship hall to discuss the Book of Romans. Women’s Bible study is taking a break for the summer and will return in the fall. The food bank opens at 9 a.m. this week.

Newcomers are welcomed. The church is handicapped accessible and welcomes all.

Contact the church at 949-8366, or visit the Web site at http://www.firstpresway.com.

Fishersville Baptist Church, 1518 Jefferson Highway, Fishersville, Pastor John Hamric – Summer hours will be in effect through August 31.

Sunday school begins at 9 a.m., for all ages. Sunday services will be held at 10:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. The Coachmen Quartet will be in concert on Sunday at 6:30 p.m. The concert will receive a love offering.

Adult Bible study and Set Apart Youth will take place on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Choir rehearsal begins at 7:30 p.m.

All senior citizens are invited to join the congregation for Senior Celebrations on June 29 at 10:30 a.m.

The Y.E.S.! Choir and the Stuarts Draft Baptist Choir will present “Bound for Glory” on June 22 at 7 p.m. at Stuarts Draft Baptist Church and on June 29 at 10:30 a.m. at Fishersville Baptist Church.

Children who have completed the first through the sixth grades are invited to join the congregation for Son World Vacation Bible School Sunday through Friday at 6 p.m. each night. Youth and adults will have their own Vacation Bible School sessions and Bible studies. Come to enjoy games, music, stories, snacks and more!

For more information, contact the church at 942-1058 or visit the Web site at http://www.fishersvillebaptistchurch.com.

Fishersville United Methodist Church, 1600 Jefferson Highway, across from the post office, Fishersville, the Rev. Roy P. White – Sunday school begins at 9:45 a.m., including 10 adult Sunday school classes.

An informal worship service will begin at 8:30 a.m., with a traditional service starting at 11 a.m.

The Rev. Roy White will deliver the message, “A Laughing Faith,” based on the Bible text Genesis 18:1-15, Romans 5:1-8 and Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26.

For more information, contact the church at 942-9355.

Forest Chapel Church, intersection of Routes 340 and 612, Crimora – The church welcomes the community to their Vacation Bible School, which will take place June 22-27, from 6:15-8:45 p.m. Discover your forever friend Jesus at the Friendship Trek Trail. Dinner will be served Monday-Thursday nights, at 5:30 p.m., for families, teachers and helpers.

Family Fun Night will be held on June 27 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

A Sunday family picnic will take place at 5:15 p.m. Hot dogs will be provided. Please bring a veggie or fruit item.

Events are sponsored by Forest Chapel Church of the Brethren and Crimora United Methodist.

Glen Kirk Presbyterian Church, 767 Calf Mountain Road, Waynesboro, the Rev. Charles Reller – Sunday school begins at 9:45 a.m., with a worship service at 10:45 a.m.

You may contact the church at 943-2896.

Main Street United Methodist Church, 601 W. Main St., Waynesboro, Pastor Todd Schlechty – Sunday school begins at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday. A contemporary worship service will be held at 8:30 a.m., with a traditional worship service beginning at 11 a.m. Pastor Todd Schlechty will deliver the sermon, “The Moment of a Lifetime,” based on the Bible text Acts 9:1-20.

A nursery and children’s church will be available during the 11 a.m. service.

For more information, call the church at 942-1179.

Mt. Marine Baptist Church, Kiddsville – The church has cancelled their Choir Day scheduled for June 21, at 4 p.m. It will be held at a later date.

Mt. Salem Baptist Church, 1015 Stuart St., Staunton – The last night of the church’s Youth Revival will be held tonight at 7 p.m., with Minister Rashaad D.L. Cartwright and the Beverly Manor Youth.

The church will hold weekly dedication services June 22-27. The schedule is as follows:

Sunday: Dr. Floyd A. Miles will lead the 10 a.m. service. Elder Warner L. Hunter, Sr., of Covington, will lead the 4 p.m. service.

Monday: The Rev. Avery Miller, of Pleasant View, will lead the services.

Tuesday: The Rev. Theodore Payne, of Oak Grove, will lead the services.

Wednesday: Dr. Edward Scott, of Union Baptist, will lead the services.

Thursday: The Rev. Phillip Carter, of Union Baptist, will lead the services.

Friday: Dr. C.E. Williams, of First Baptist of Harrisonburg, will lead the services.

Nightly services will start at 7 p.m.

Mt. Tabor United Methodist Church, New Hope – Former Members’ Day will be observed on June 25 at the church, which is located in New Hope. Beginning at 1 p.m., The Gospel Inspirations and other talented singers will present the program of sacred music. Dinner will be served immediately following the program. All are welcome. The Reverend Lucy Jackson Hughes is church pastor.

Mt. Woodland Baptist Church, Greenfield, Pastor Loretta W. Wyant – The third anniversary for Pastor Loretta W. Wyant will be celebrated on June 28 at 3 p.m. The guest minister will be the Rev. Cary Annette Jordan Claiborne form the Pleasant Oak Baptist Church in Victoria. Music will be provided by the Blackstone Community Chorus. Everyone is invited to attend.

Oak Grove Baptist Church, 223 Oak Grove Church Road, Waynesboro, Pastor T.E. Payne, Sr. – Happy Father’s Day! Oak Grove Restoration Ministries will honor fathers on Father’s Day this Sunday during the morning worship service, which begins at 10:50 a.m. Please come join the congregation in celebrating earthly fathers and the heavenly Father.

The Youth Ministry of Oak Grove Baptist Restoration Ministries will honor the church youth in their annual Youth Hour service this Sunday at 4 p.m. The guest speaker will be the church’s very own Minister Roger West. All youth are welcome to come. For more information, call 943-4352 or e-mail .

Vacation Bible School at Oak Grove will take place Monday through Friday, starting at 6:30 p.m. nightly. There are classes for all ages from kids to adults. All are welcome to attend. Call the church for more information.

The health fair, sponsored by the Women of Excellence Ministry of Oak Grove Baptist Restoration Ministries, has been cancelled for Saturday. Please contact the church for the rescheduled date.

Rockfish Valley Baptist Church, 3395 Rockfish Valley Highway, Nellysford, Pastor James Lundy – Sunday school is at 9:45 a.m. The morning worship service begins at 11 a.m., with an evening service at 6 p.m.

On Wednesday, at 6 p.m., Bible study will be held. Choir practice will begin at 7 p.m.

The last day of Vacation Bible School will be held tonight, from 6-8:30 p.m. There will be classes for ages 2 to adults. Come and learn about what the Lord has to say and have fun, too. There will be crafts, games, food and fun.

For more information, please call 434-361-1360.

The church will serve supper this Friday at Vacation Bible School.

Rockfish Presbyterian Church, Nellysford, the Rev. David Cameron – The church will have a new schedule through Sept. 7. There will be one worship service at 10 a.m. and no Sunday school.

For more information, call 434-361-1221.

Second Presbyterian Church, 133 N. Delphine Ave., Waynesboro, The Rev. Dr. John L. McDonald — Father’s Day is this Sunday.

Sunday school classes meet from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. This Sunday, the pre-school and Kids’ Journeys in Faith class will study “The Great Commission.” The Thoughtful Sunday school class will study faith issues.

The worship service will be from 11 a.m. to noon. For the next ten weeks, the Rev. Dr. John L. McDonald will deliver sermons on “The Ten Commandments.” This Sunday’s sermon will be taken from the Bible text Exodus 20:12.

On Monday, Disciple’s Kitchen will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., with All Saint’s Orthodox serving. On Tuesday, Disciples’ Kitchen will be from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., with St. John’s Episcopal Church serving. A revitalization meeting will begin at 2 p.m. On Wednesday, the food bank will be open from 10 a.m. to noon. The adult choir will not meet again until Sept. 3. On Thursday, Disciples’ Kitchen will be from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., with Main Street Methodist Church serving.

Vacation Bible School will take place June 22-27. On Friday, the church will host a picnic. From Friday through Wednesday, the Summerlee Work Project in West Virginia is scheduled.

On the third Wednesday of each month, the food pantry will be open from 10 a.m. to noon. On the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, Mary Baker Quilters will meet from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, Disciples’ Kitchen is held from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.

The church is handicapped accessible and all are welcome. For more information, call 943-3211.

Shenandoah Heights Baptist Church, 901 Shenandoah Ave. – The church will host the Greater Love Quartet with a mini-concert Sunday at 11 a.m. A love offering will be received.

The church will host Son of the World Bible School June 29 to July 2, from 6:30-8:15 p.m. They have something for everyone

SherLynd Baptist Church – Set sail for Outrigger Island! It will be a week of nonstop action as you learn how to live God’s unspeakable truth. Explore five Bible truths – God is real; Jesus is God’s Son; Jesus is the only way; the Bible is God’s Word; and your actions show what you believe. By the end of the week you will have learned what it means to know, speak and live the truth.

It’s Vacation Bible School at SherLynd Baptist Church – like you’ve never experienced it before! It will take place Sunday through Friday of this week, from 7-9 p.m. There will be classes for all ages. If you have any questions, please contact the church office at 943-0891.

Shiloh Baptist Church, 234 Shiloh Ave., Waynesboro – The special events ministry will sponsor a program called “The Plan for Salvation” (Women and Men in Color). The sermonettes will be delivered by the Rev. Linda Arey, assistant pastor of the Harvest Church International in Waynesboro. The music will be provided by the Friendship Church of God Choir from Staunton. You are invited to come out and enjoy an evening of praise and worship. Refreshments will be served. A free-will offering will be taken. For more information, you may call 886-0328.

Southside Church of God, 35 First Street, Staunton, Pastor Phillip Morgan – Sunday school will begin at 9:45 a.m. The morning worship service is at 10:45 a.m. and the evening service begins at 6 p.m.

A worship service will take place at 7 p.m. on Wednesday.

Vacation Bible School will be June 22-26 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. The theme will be “The Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything.” Activities will include music, crafts, snacks and lots of fun.

To contact the church, call or fax 885-6686, e-mail or visit the Web site at http://www.southsidecog.com.

The church is located behind the Staunton Department of Motor Vehicles on Route 11.

Springdale Mennonite Church, 170 Hall School Road, Waynesboro – The church invites the children of the community to Summer Bible School, to be held Sunday to Thursday this week. A light supper will be served beginning at 5:30 p.m., followed by an evening of “Power Lab” Bible School beginning at 6:15 p.m. Children in preschool through the fifth grade are welcome to attend. This will be a week of fellowship, fun and learning about God. For more information, or to register children to attend, please call the church at 949-8945.

Steadfast Church of God, 215 China Clay Road, Stuarts Draft, Pastor Elder Raymond Watson – The church and Christ’s Mission Ministry Department will sponsor a “Women and Men in Color” service on June 22, at 5 p.m. The event will aid the church’s building fund.

St. James Baptist Church, 1094 Albemarle Ave., Waynesboro, Pastor A.T. Crawley – Sunday school is held each Sunday, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Children’s church starts at 10 a.m., beginning with breakfast and followed by learning activities.

Regular worship is at 11 a.m. Dinner will be served after the morning service.

The church will have their monthly women’s fellowship meeting on Thursday, at 6 p.m. The speaker for the month will be the church’s Deaconess Audrey Crawley. The congregation knows visitors will be richly blessed with what the Lord has to say. Please come out and join them.

Beginning July 7-11, at 6 p.m., the congregation will have their annual Vacation Bible School. Come out and share in this joyous celebration.

Christian Growth class is each Wednesday at 6 p.m.

Women’s fellowship ministry is every third Thursday, at 6 p.m.

Intercessory Prayer Service is held each second and fourth Friday, at 6p.m.

The public is welcome to any and all services.

Tinkling Spring Presbyterian Church, 30 Tinkling Spring Drive, Fishersville – Sunday school for all ages begins at 9:30 a.m. Worship is at 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Commissioning of those participating in the various mission trips will take place at the 11 a.m. service.

Nursery care is provided for both services and Sunday school. The church is handicapped accessible.

Beginning Sunday, the 8:30 a.m. service will be held in the pavilion, weather permitting.

The church is now registering 3- and 4-year-olds for the 2008-09 year. If interested, please call 886-7974.

You may contact the church at 885-0746 or visit http://www.tinklingspring.org.

Summer office hours are 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. through August 8.

Wayne Hills United Methodist Church – The congregation invites all children to take off on the ride of a lifetime at their summer Vacation Bible School, “Lift Off – Soaring to New Heights with God!” The action begins on July 6 and ends on July 9. From 6:30-8:30 p.m. each evening, a high-flying adventure will provide children a sky view of God’s power and Jesus’ love at the year’s “Lift Off – Soaring to New Heights with God” Vacation Bible School. Your sky scouts will discover four flight plans that will help them soar to new heights with God: I will follow, I will trust, I will listen and I will serve.

Pre-registration will be held at the church on July 5 from 1-3 p.m. Children may also register during Sunday school on July 6. The church is located at 932 Fir Street.

Waynesboro Church of the Brethren, 364 Bridge Ave., Waynesboro, Pastor Edward L. Carl – The church continues its summer schedule with worship at 9:30 a.m., which continues through July and August.

This Sunday, Pastor Ed Carl will continue the series “The Church You Always Longed For,” with the fourth sermon in the series, “Empowering Each Individual.” The sermon will be based on the Bible text Acts 18:24-28. A “Talk-On” session will follow allowing individuals to raise questions or to make comments regarding the theme for the day or the sermon.

Everyone is invited to share with the Brethren in a traditional style of worship in an atmosphere of openness and caring compassion.

For more information, call the church office at 943-2152 or visit the Web site at http://www.waynesborocob.org.

Waynesboro Free Methodist Church, corner of Ivy Street and Hopeman Parkway, Pastor David Kurtz — Waynesboro Free Methodist Church invites you to fellowship this Sunday morning.

It’s Father’s Day! Fathers, bring your family to church!

Sunday school classes, for all ages, begin at 9:30 a.m. The worship service begins at 10:30 a.m. with contemporary worship music, hymns and a dynamic message by Pastor David Kurtz.

A staffed nursery for babies and a Mothers’ Room are available for small children where mothers can see and hear the service.

Junior church, “Discovery Road,” is available for children from 4 years old through the fifth grade.

This evening, from 6:30-8:45 p.m., will be the last Vacation Bible School and Power Lab class. All children are welcome.

The church has a new summer schedule:

Jr. Teens will continue to meet Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m.; the adult prayer meeting will continue through the summer on Wednesday nights at 7 p.m.; there will not be a Kid’s Time and Senior Teens will not meet throughout the summer.

If you do not have a church home, have any questions about current church activities, or need pastoral assistance of any kind, come by the church or call Pastor Dave Kurtz at 949-8070 or 949-8583.

Waynesboro Mennonite Church, 1801 Monroe St., Waynesboro, Pastor Howard Miller — Sunday school classes, for all ages, are at 9:30 a.m. The Sunday morning worship service is at 10:30 a.m.

The pastor will deliver the message, “Good News,” taken from the Bible text Matthew 9:35-10-8.

On Tuesday at 7 p.m., Celebrate Recovery meets.

Classes, for all ages, will meet on Wednesday at 7 p.m.

The last day of Vacation Bible School, “Amplify Christ,” will take place tonight, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. The congregation will explore lessons from the life of Paul in intergenerational groups for ages pre-k through 12th grade. There will be an adult class taught by Mark Hodge meeting from 7-8 p.m. Invite your friends, young and old!

You can contact the church at 949-0446.

Waynesboro Seventh-day Adventist Church, 1700 Lyndhurst Road, Waynesboro, Pastor Will Johns — This Saturday, Sabbath school is at 9:30 a.m., with Bible study classes geared specifically for children from birth through age 18. There are also several adult classes available, which are currently studying the topic of “The Wonder of Jesus.”

The main worship service is at 10:50 a.m. and includes time for singing, prayer and a Bible message from the pastor. All are welcome.

If you would like to find out more about the church, call 949-7291 or visit the Web site at http://www.waynesborosda.com.

Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1904 Mt. Vernon St., Waynesboro, Dr. Jonathan Lovelady – The Red Door contemporary service will be held at 9:30 a.m. in the chapel. A traditional blended service will begin at 11 a.m. in the sanctuary. Classes for children and adults are held at 9:45 a.m. and 11 a.m. to accommodate persons attending both worship services.

This Sunday’s message will be “Frightening Forming Forgetful Fathers,” based on the Bible text Isaiah 64:4-9.

The Middle School Youth (CIA) will meet for fellowship on Sunday evening at 6 p.m. The men’s luncheon will be at Summit Square on Monday at noon.

The softball team will be playing this week on Tuesday at 7 p.m. at North Park.

For more information, call 942-1145 or visit the church Web site at http://www.wpc-waynesboro.com.

Powerhouse Faith Ministries will present Dr. Daryle Hughes on Friday at 7:30 p.m. Come out and hear a powerful man of God. Pastor Sylvia Spears will host the event. Powerhouse Faith Ministries is located at 158 Montrose Drive in Fishersville.

Ridgeview Christian School is now accepting enrollment in kindergarten through 12th grade. A Christ-centered education, the cost starts at around $50 per week. For more information, call Summer Woody at 337-1025 or e-mail .

The Waynesboro Union Male Chorus will sponsor a building fund program at the Union Baptist Church, located on East Main Street, on June 21 at 5 p.m.

The program will include Mr. Franklin Woodson, Mrs. Arlette Woodson and the Gospel Inspirations as special guests. Also, the Waynesboro Union Male Chorus will present a mini concert. Everyone is invited to attend.