Community News
BIBLE STUDY
APR 5-DEC 15
The Jubilee Youth Service Leadership Academy of Mobile will begin a Christ-centered, Bible Study for boys ages 12 to 18 eager to deepen their faith and develop a personal relationship with Christ. The Bible Study begins Saturday, April 5th from 8:30am until 1pm at Mitternight Recreation Center, 5310 Colonial Oaks Drive N. For more information the number is (251) 591-8041.
SCHOOL SUPPLIES
PERSPECTIVES
AUG 17
Mars Hill Church at 17176 South Greeno Road in Fairhope will host “Perspectives”, a fifteen lesson discipleship course exploring different aspects of God’s global purpose in a multi-faceted learning experience. The classes begin Sunday, August 17th from 3pm until 6pm. For more information the number is (251) 643-1595.
GRIEF SHARE
AUG 27-NOV 19
Forest Hill Church of God at 5508 Moffett Road in Mobile will begin a 13 week program “Grief Share” on August 27th at 6pm in the fellowship Hall. The program is built on 3 components: video seminar, small group discussion, and a participant guide. For more information the number is (251) 342-0233.
TRAINING CONFERENCE
SEPT 18&19
The Agency for Substance Abuse Prevention will hold a Faith-Based Support Training Conference September 18th and 19th at Bishop State Community College, 351 North Broad Street in Mobile. The training is scheduled from 8am until 4pm each day. The Conference will equip participants with vital tools and resources addressing substance misuse and improving mental health outcomes in their communities. Breakfast and lunch will be served each day. For registration or more information www.fbss.asaprev.com.
SEPT 20
Eastwood Baptist Church at 11 Old Pensacola Road in Bay Minette will host “SOFREE” a Vocal Ensemble from University of Mobile in Concert September 20th at 6pm. The group presents a variety of music from pop, Acapella, to contemporary praise and worship. A Love Offering will be received at the concert.
CONCERT
SEPT 21
Moffett Road Baptist Church at 5555 Moffett Road in Mobile will host “Ram Corps” a high-impact brass and percussion ensemble from the University of Mobile Alabama School of the Arts on Sunday, September 21st at 6pm. A warm invitation is especially offered to local choral and instrumental musicians who will have an opportunity to meet and talk with college musicians and directors. A Love Offering will be received at event.
SEPT 21
New Life in Christ Church at 102 East Berry Ave in Foley, AL will have Special Guest Bob Holmes “The One Man Volleyball Team” on Sunday, September 31st at 10:30am. Bob plays teams of students and faculty against himself. Bob’s talent and message has been seen and heard by over a million people.
LUNCH AND LEARN
SEPT 24
A Lunch and Learn event will be held Wednesday, September 24th from 12:30pm until 1:30pm at Express YMCA, 6729 Spanish Fort Blvd in Spanish Fort. Dr. Andrew McGee, an orthopedic surgeon specializing in hip and knee replacements will share about: Getting back in game after Hip and Knee replacement, Understanding the Process; When to Choose and What to Expect and Keys to Effective Recovery. For reservations by 9/17 the number is (251) 281-8781.
THIS IS LIFE 5K
SEPT 27
The Women’s Resource Center will hold “This Is Life 5K” Saturday, September 27th at Semmes Honor Park on Wulff Road in Semmes. This family-friendly event is open to both adults and youth and strollers are welcome! The event is from 7am until 11:30am. For more information, the number is (251) 344-4357.
SEPT 28
Moffett Road Baptist Church at 5555 Moffett Road in Mobile will host “Welsh Revival” string and percussion ensemble with a Celtic vibe from the University of Mobile Alabama School of the Arts on Sunday, September 28th at 6pm. A warm invitation is especially offered to local choral and instrumental musicians who will have an opportunity to meet and talk with college musicians and directors. A Love Offering will be received at event.
ARTS AND CRAFT FAIR
OCT 4
First Baptist Gulf Shores Women's Ministry is hosting “Fall into Christmas” Saturday, October 4th from 9am until 12 noon. There will be a variety of Arts and Crafts vendors at event. The event will be held in the Christian Growth Center at 2300 West 1st Street.
MARCH FOR JESUS
OCT 4
The 3rd Grand Bay March for Jesus will be held Saturday, October 4th beginning with registration at 9am at Grand Bay Middle School, 12782 Cunningham Road. There will be vendors, food and meet and greet. At 10am music guests will perform, followed by Speaker Johnny Jernigan. The 1.7 mile parade will begin at 12 noon. For more information the number is (251) 648-1088.
FALL FESTIVAL
OCT 25
First Baptist Church of Tillman’s Corner at 5660 Three Notch Road will have Fall Festival October 25th from 10am until 12 noon. There will be inflatables, hayride, games and food for everyone to enjoy.