Petoskey
Petoskey First Presbyterian Church
First Presbyterian Church is located at 501 E. Mitchell St., downtown Petoskey. All are invited to worship at 9:45 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 14. Worship is a blend of contemporary and traditional, including an abundance of music. A supervised nursery is provided. Following the children's sermon, students are dismissed for Sunday school. Youth group meets with Jake Tracy at the church Sundays at 5:30 p.m. Phone (231) 347-4792 for information.
Cornerstone Church
Pastor Judith Harrington will be ministering a message titled "The Power of Integrity" 7 p.m. today, Thursday Oct. 11, at Cornerstone Church located at 2501 U.S. 31 North. This message stems from Proverbs 2:7, "He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest. He is a shield to those who walk with integrity." Sunday Oct. 14, the Rev. Jay Harrington will present a message titled "Honor Your Gift From God." Call (231) 347-0083 for more information or go to www.cornerstone-petoskey.org.
Living Vision
Tuesday, Oct. 16, Living Vision community will continue its silent contemplative practices, this month drawing from Michael Brown's "The Presence Process" a compelling way into present moment awareness. If you find your mind and heart cluttered with past regrets and future worries, this prayer form is for you. Meet at Yoga Roots, 444 E. Mitchell St. in Petoskey, from 7:30-8:30 p.m. every Tuesday. All are welcome, regardless of religious background or persuasion. Email tobyjones48@gmail.com for more information.
Petoskey United Methodist Church
The Petoskey United Methodist Church welcomes all for worship each Sunday at an 8:45 a.m. contemporary service and an 11 a.m. traditional service. Nursery care and children's worship are available for both. The 11 a.m. service is broadcast on WMKT 1270 AM or 102.3FM. Sunday school is available for all ages at 10 a.m. For information call the church office at (231) 347-2733, or visit www.petoskeyumc.org.
Agape Church
Agape Church begins worship celebration 11 a.m. Sundays; Nursery care provided. Pastor Karl Furstenberg will share a message of hope from God's Word. Bible studies, all ages, at 10 a.m. and children's church follows. DivorceCare class is offered to anyone interested. Class meets 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays. Email or call church office for more information. Find Agape at 3003 E. Mitchell Road, Petoskey. Call (231) 347-6228; email: agapechurchfamily@att.net; online: www.facebook.com/agapechurchfamily.
New Life Anglican Church
Jim Marshall will be the speaker and Tim Strauss will celebrate the 20th Sunday after Pentecost with Holy Eucharist Rite II at 10 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, at New Life Anglican Church, 619 Waukazoo Ave., Petoskey. Nursery is available. New Life's men's breakfast is 8:30 a.m. on Wednesdays at J.W. Filmore's Restaurant in Petoskey. Bible Study on the book of Acts is 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Adult and youth Sunday school classes are at 9 a.m. Call (231)347-3448 or visit www.newlifeanglican.com.
First Christian Church
First Christian Church, 308 Monroe St., has worship at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 14. Pastor Jeffery Watton's sermon will be "Reforming the Church" based on Mark 10. "Early Bird" Bible study begins at 9 a.m. led by pastor Jim Mort. The youth group "Generation Next," grades 6-12 will have lunch and activities following the service from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. "Community Kitchen" lunch is 11:30 a.m-12:30 p.m. Mondays and food pantry is open 9 a.m.-noon Wednesdays. For more information, call (231)347-6181 or visit www.fccpetoskey.org.
New Live Anglican Church
New Life Anglican Church, 619 Waukazoo Ave., Petoskey, has Jim Marshall as its speaker at 10 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, and Tim Strauss will celebrate the 20th Sunday after Pentecost with Holy Eucharist Rite II. Nursery is available during the service. Adult and youth Sunday school classes are at 9 a.m. New Life's men's breakfast is 8:30 a.m. Wednesdays at J.W. Filmore's Restaurant in Petoskey. Bible study on the book of Acts meets 6:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. Call (231) 347-3448 or visit www.newlifeanglican.com.
Alanson
Alanson United Methodist Church
ALANSON -- Worship time for the Harbor Springs United Methodist Church is 11 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 14, under the pastorship of Mary Sweet. The men's gospel trio will begin the service with "This World Is Not My Home" and also sing "Count Your Blessings" for special music. Myriam Goodwin will be the guest pianist with a coffee and cookie fellowship following services. The church is handicap accessible and welcomes all visitors. Visit umcharborsprings.com or call (231) 526-2414.
Northridge Community Church
ALANSON -- Northridge Community Church is located one block north of the M-68 - U.S.31 stoplight in Alanson. Northridge is a Bible centered, Christ focused, non-denominational church. The worship band leads the contemporary style worship beginning at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 14. Pastor Pete Kroll will be speaking from Psalms 86 and the theme is: "God's Extravagant Love." Cafe Agape' opens at 10 a.m. serving coffee and doughnuts.
Alanson Church of the Nazarene
ALANSON -- What does it take to draw closer to God? That is the topic of Pastor Foster Schmitt's message for Sunday, Oct. 14, titled "Draw Me Closer Lord." The scripture verse comes from James 4:8. There will be Communion at the close of the service. On Oct. 21 a free community breakfast is being planned. All are invited to come and meet the new pastor. Breakfast will be served from 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Boyne City
First Presbyterian Church
BOYNE CITY -- The congregation of First Presbyterian Church at 401 S. Park St., Boyne City invites you to share worship with them at 11 a.m. each Sunday. The Rev. Elizabeth Broschart will be leading worship. First Sundays include Communion. For more information call (231) 582-7983.
Episcopal Church of the Nativity
BOYNE CITY -- The Rev. Gary Hamp will be guest celebrant at Episcopal Church of the Nativity at 10 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 14. Immediately following the church service, a special coffee hour will be held to honor Rev. Hamp, who has been at Nativity for several months. Nativity is located at 209 Main St., Boyne City. Call (231) 582-5045 for more information.
Boyne City United Methodist Church
BOYNE CITY -- The Boyne City United Methodist Church at 324 S. Park St. has worship at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 14. Pastor Wayne McKenney will give the message. Children's programming is held during the service for pre-school through 4th grade. Bible study is at 10 a.m. on Thursdays -- join anytime. Office hours are 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. Phone (231) 582-9776.
Boyne Falls
Boyne Falls United Methodist Church
BOYNE FALLS -- The Boyne Falls United Methodist Church at 3057 Mill St. has worship at 9:15 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 14. Pastor Wayne McKenney will give the message. Children's programming is during the service for pre-school through 4th grade. Worship Cafe and youth goup are at 6 p.m. Office hours are 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday. Phone (231) 582-9776.
Brutus
Zion United Church of Christ, Brutus
BRUTUS -- The Zion United Church of Christ, Brutus, will hold services at 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 14. Pastor Mike Sander's sermon is "When Our Problems are Not Our Fault." Scripture is taken from Job 1:13-22. The ongoing study of "Experiencing God" will be 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16. The annual fall election meeting and potluck will be held on Sunday, Oct. 21. Phone (231) 529-6571.
Charlevoix
Christ Episcopal Church
CHARLEVOIX --The Rev. John David will celebrate the 20th Sunday after Pentecost with Rite II at 10 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, at Christ Episcopal Church. All are welcome. The church is located on the corner of State and Clinton streets, one block west of the main downtown park in Charlevoix. Call (231) 547-6322 or visit www.christepiscopalchurch.net.
Charlevoix United Methodist Church
CHARLEVOIX -- The mission at Charlevoix United Methodist Church is "to nurture believers in Jesus Christ in ways that show compassion, faith, and love. " Sunday worship is casual and begins at 11 a.m. at 104 State St. in Charlevoix. The church is barrier-free, child care is available, and all are welcome. Come as you are. The church office can be reached at (231) 547-2654. Like the church on Facebook; also at www.chxumc.com.
Community Reformed Church
CHARLEVOIX -- Community Reformed Church of Charlevoix continues its series, In God We Trust" with "God and Social Justice" from Isaiah 10:14 at 8:30 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, with nursery at both services. Sunday School for all ages begins at 10:15 a.m. For more information contact the church office, (231) 547-9428.
First Congregational United Church of Christ
CHARLEVOIX -- First Congregational, UCC of Charlevoix offers two worship services on Sunday, Oct. 14. First Light, a casual service, is at 9 a.m. in the fellowship hall. A traditional service service is at 10:30 a.m. with guest pastor Larry Woods. Sunday school is offered during the second service. A coffee fellowship follows. Bible study is at 10:15 a.m. on Tuesdays at the church, 101 State St, Charlevoix. Phone (231) 547-9122. Visit www.chxucc.org.
East Jordan
East Jordan United Methodist Church
EAST JORDAN -- Worship service will start at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 14, at East Jordan United Methodist Church located at the corner of Esterly and Fourth streets. Pastor R. A. Posnik will use scriptures from Job 23:1-9, 16-17 and Mark 10:17-31 for his message, "What Greatness is our Witness!" Sunday school after children's moments. Pastor Posnik can be reached at (231) 536-2161 or (231) 536-7596 or by email: ab8bn@juno.com.
East Jordan Community Church
EAST JORDAN -- There will be a security Seminar at 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 13, at the Walloon Lake Community Church campus. East Jordan Community Church worship starts at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 14. The sermon title will be "Lies That Wreck Relationships: My Love & Respect Must Be Earned" from Ephesians 5:25-33 given by pastor Jason Richey. Programs begin at 11:15 a.m. There will be a pumpkin fest from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20, at Memorial Park. Call (231) 536-2299 or (231) 535-2288 for more information.
Harbor Springs
Harbor Light Community Chapel
HARBOR SPRINGS -- Harbor Light Community Chapel, 8220 Clayton Road, Harbor Springs, hosts its regular worship service at 10 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 14; Scott Hickman continues the series, Healthy Choices, with "The Commitment Choice." A mid-week service is at 7 p.m. every Wednesday. Wednesday evening's Bible study is a time of music, prayer, and ministry. Join in the study the book of Romans: "God's Final Verdict." For more information, phone (231) 347-5001, or visit www.harborlight.org.
Harbor Springs United Methodist Church
HARBOR SPRINGS -- Worship time for the Harbor Springs United Methodist Church is 11 a.m. on Sunday, October 14 under the pastorship of Mary Sweet. The Men's Gospel Trio will begin the service with "This World Is Not My Home" and also sing "Count Your Blessings" for special music.Myriam Goodwin will be the guest pianist with a coffee and cookie fellowship following services. The church is handicap accessible and welcomes all visitors. For more information, visit umcharborsprings.com or call (231) 526-2414.
First Presbyterian Church
HARBOR SPRINGS -- On Sunday, Oct. 14, the Rev. David Van Dam will preach at the 10 a.m. service at First Presbyterian Church of Harbor Springs. Music will be provided by the Kirk Ringers handbell ensemble, playing arrangements of "Near the Cross" and "How Great is Our God."
Adult education class begins at 8:45 a.m. every Sunday. Children's Sunday'S cool begins after the children's message in worship. The middle school youth group meets at 4:30 p.m. and the high school youth group meets at 6:30 p.m. Visit www.fpchs.org or call (231) 526-7332.
Indian River
Cross in the Woods Shrine
INDIAN RIVER -- The Women's Drum Circle of the Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians will be presenting an hour of song and story at the Cross in the Woods Shrine in Indian River on Sunday, Oct. 28. The concert begins at 4 p.m. The concert includes stories of Longhouse life, punctuated by traditional songs and demonstrations of traditional crafts. The presentation is in conjunction with the celebration of the canonization of Kateri Tekakwitha.
Levering
New Hope United Methodist Church
LEVERING -- New Hope United Methodist Church, 4516 U.S. 31, Levering, will have its Swiss steak dinner/craft and bake sale from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 18. Adults $10, children 5 and over $5. New Hope's weekly service is at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 14. Pastor Vaughn Thurston-Cox will bring the message "What Must I Do?" Scripture reading is from Mark 10:17-31.
Sunday school for children preschool and older follows the children's sermon. A staffed nursery is available for children under 3. A time of fellowship and refreshments follows the service. Harvest dinner potluck is served at 3 p.m. For more information, call (231) 537-2000.
Norwood
Norwood United Methodist Church
NORWOOD -- Service at Norwood United Methodist Church will begin at 11:45 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 14. The scripture for the week will be Job 23;1-9 and 16-17, Mark 10: 17-31. The message delivered by pastor Rap Posnik will be "What Greatness Is Our Witness."
All are invited to join in Laity Sunday service at 11:45 a.m. Sunday Oct. 21.
Walloon Lake
Walloon Lake Community Church
WALLOON LAKE -- Walloon Lake Community Church will host a security seminar at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 13. On Sunday, Oct. 14, the sermon will be given by pastor Jeff Ellis titled "Lies that Wreck Relationships: My Love and Respect must be Earned" from Ephesians 5:25-33. Service times are 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Ladies Bible study will meet at 9:15 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16, in the discipleship house.
Call the church office for more information (231) 535-2288 or check www.walloonchurch.com.
