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New Life Assembly hosts Beth Moore simulcast

On Sept. 13, New Life Assembly is serving as a host location for the live simulcast of Bible teacher and best-selling author Beth Moore. This event featuring her dynamic storytelling and passionate Bible teaching challenges and encourages women to grow deeply in their faith. Tickets are $20 and include simulcast fees and workbook, beverages and door prizes. Lunch will be available from several local food trucks on-site or you are welcome to bring your own to enjoy. New Life Assembly is located at 209 Princess Street in Kenai. Call 283-7752 to reserve tickets.

Mass schedule to change at Our Lady of Perpetual Help

As of September 1, the weekend Mass Schedule has changed for Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 222 West Redoubt Avenue, Soldotna. On Saturday, Reconciliation will be available from 4:15-4:45 p.m.; and Vigil Mass at 5 p.m. On Sunday Mass will be at 10 a.m.

Our Lady of the Angels changes Saturday mass times

Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church in Kenai will be changing Saturday mass time to 5:30 p.m. beginning Sept. 13. Reconciliation will be Saturdays from 4:45-5:15 p.m. Sunday mass time of 10:30 a.m. will not change. Any questions, please call the parish office at 283-4555. 

Nikiski Aglow to begin Bible study

Nikiski Aglow meets each Saturday morning from 9-11 a.m. at the Nikiski New Hope Christian Fellowship, Mile 23 North Road. All are welcome to attend. Aglow International is founded on prayer and compassionate outreach. It is global in ministry vision, yet rooted in small groups.

Beginning Sept.20,2014 Nikiski Aglow will host the DVD teaching of Graham Cooke with “Game Changers.” The five themes are: 1.How you are known in heaven; 2.Establishing your internal overcomer; 3.Mind of Christ; 4.Reinventing your walk in the fruit of the Spirit; 5. Law of the Spirit of Life in Christ.

For information call Bev at 776-8022 or 398-7311 or Paulette at 252-7372.

Join Sterling Pentecostal for Kid’s Day

Sterling Pentecostal Church has scheduled a Kid’s Day on Sept. 21. The 11:00 a.m. service will focus on kids with activities, songs, prizes, and message. Following the service a meal will be provided to all families and friends who come. Door prizes will be drawn at that time. For more information, call 262-7240 or visit sterlingpentecostalchurch.com.

Food Pantry open weekly

The Soldotna Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for residents in our community who may be experiencing food shortages.

The Food Pantry is located at the Soldotna United Methodist Church at 158 South Binkley Street. Non-perishable food items or monetary donations may be dropped off at the church Tuesdays 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Thank you for your support.

United Methodist Church provides food pantry

The Kenai United Methodist Church provides a food pantry for those in need every Monday from noon to 3 p.m.

The Methodist Church is located on the Kenai Spur Highway next to the Boys and Girls Club. The entrance to the Food Pantry is through the side door. The Pantry closes for holidays.

For more information contact the church office at 283-7868 or email kumcalaska@gmail.com.

Clothes 4 U at First Baptist Church

First Baptist Church Soldotna, located at 159 S. Binkley Street, is re-opening its Clothes 4 U program.

It is open on the second and fourth Saturday of each month from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. All clothing and shoes are free to the public.

Clothes Quarters open weekly

Clothes Quarters at Our Lady of the Angels Church is open every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and the first Saturday of every month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call 907-283-4555.

 

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