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Mountain Stream Meditation Center
Our Buddhist Insight Meditation group meets Mondays, 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Wild Mountain Yoga Center, 574 Searls Ave. in Nevada City. On February 20, guest speaker Tony Bernard, a community dharma leader from Davis, will lead a period of silent meditation followed by a talk. Mountain Stream can also be found on Facebook.
For more information visit www.mtstream.org or call (530) 272-6425.
Baha'i Faith of Grass Valley and Nevada County
As part the 64-day “Season for Peace and & Nonviolence,” Area Baha'is are presenting Education Under Fire, a documentary and discussion from 2 to 3 p.m. Sunday, February 19 at the Madeline Helling Library Community Room, 980 Helling Way in Nevada City. The documentary addresses the continued government persecution of the Baha'is in Iran by banning them from higher education and raiding 30 homes opened to provide that education through the alternative Baha'i Institute for Higher Education. A local resident who has worked directly with some of the students via Skype will answer questions.
For more information, call (530)477-7017 or visit www.educationunderfire.com.
Nevada City United Methodist Church
This is the last Sunday of Epiphany before we begin the Lenten season. Join us for worship at either the 9 a.m., traditional or the 10:30 a.m. contemporary worship services. Pastor Charles Smith will be leading both services. Our youth will join us in worship following a light breakfast and bible study beginning at 10 a.m. Children's Sunday School Classes takes place during the 10:30 a.m. service with loving childcare all morning. Join us for fellowship downstairs following both services. Also, one of our services are recorded each week and can be seen on NCTV Channel 11 on Friday evening at 6:30 p.m. or Sunday morning at 7:30 a.m. or on our website.
For more information, visit nevadacitymethodist.com.
Bethel Church Nevada County
Are you hungry for an encounter with God? Join us at Bethel Church on Sunday morning for a vibrant worship service. Pastor Brian Johnson's message is titled, “Loving U, Part 1, Loving God.” Service begins at 10 a.m. Nursery care and Kids Church are available at the same time. Wednesday night is Family Night with classes for all ages. Bethel Church is located at 13010 State Hwy. 49 in Grass Valley.
For information call (530) 273-8475.
Holy Wisdom, Nevada City
The Orthodox Church is the Universal Church established by Jesus Christ, unchanged and unchanging! We teach the Holy Bible as the True Word of God! The primary emphasis of our service is the worship of God. We believe that through our communion with God and with one another we are nourished and we receive life. Divine Liturgy is Sundays at 9:30 a.m., Vespers is Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.
For information, call (530) 265-4714 or visit www.holywisdomnevadacity.org.
First Baptist Church of Nevada City
On Sunday, February 26 at the 10:30 a.m. service we'll be hosting a Gospel mini-concert in honor of Black History Month. This will feature a band consisting of gospel pianist Valencia Jarrett, plus a sax, trumpet, and drum. Plan to join us for this. This Sunday morning, February 19 at 10:30 a.m. Pastor Ralph will be speaking on the topic “Disciple Training 1: Persistent Prayer.”
On Wednesday evenings at we gather at the church for a potluck dinner at 6 p.m., followed by singing and a Bible study from 7 to 8 p.m. Visitors don't need to bring anything, just come! Pastor Ralph is teaching a series on the Life of David from 1 and 2 Samuel. This historic church's 10:30 a.m. service offers a blend of familiar hymns and up-to-date praise choruses. You are welcome! First Baptist is your friendly, spiritual home in the Sierra, at 300 Main St. across from the Nevada County Courthouse.
Call (530) 265-4711 or visit www.fbcnevadacity.org for more information.
Sierra Pines United Methodist Church
Please join us on Sunday, February 19th, with our Pastor Alison Berry. Junior High and High School Ages: Youth Group on Sundays from 4 to 6 p.m. Active Scout Troops meet at our Church. Adult Bible Class is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., “Disciple 1: Overview of the Bible” with Pastor Alison and Cathy Tolman.
United Methodist Men's Steak and Egg Breakfast is scheduled for Saturday March 3rd at 8 a.m. Game Night on Feb. 18 at 8 p.m. will be a fundraiser for Haiti Mission Trip.
Sierra Pines United Methodist Church is located at 22559 Hacienda Drive in Grass Valley (near Lake of the Pines) and offers two services: contemporary at 9 a.m. and traditional at 10:30 a.m. “Hilltop Kids” Sunday School is at 9 a.m.
For more information call (530) 268-6907 or visit www.sierrapinesumc.org.
The Healing Rooms of Nevada County
We pray for healing of body and spirit. Everyone is welcome whether they attend church or not. Come to the Main Lobby of the Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital, 155 Glasson Way, Grass Valley on Thursdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. There is no fee and no reservation is necessary.
For more information call Sierra Ministries International (530) 478-1478 or visit www.healingroomsnc.com.
Pray Nevada County
We are seeking God on behalf of our communities. Open to all for Christian prayer, Pray Nevada County meets each Tuesday from noon to 1 p.m. to pray for our county governments and services, schools and families, businesses and media, and churches and parachurch ministries. Since August 1997, 15 to 25 people from 8 to 12 congregations have met each week to pray for our communities. During the month of February, we will meet at Word A Live Family Church, 10528 Spenceville Road in Penn Valley.
For more information or directions, call (530) 432-0458 or (530) 478-1478.
Foothill Center for Spiritual Living, Auburn
We are a community that values and supports each other in our spiritual awakening. We are committed to practical spirituality for everyday living. All of our activities are grounded in faith, nurtured with love and guided by Spirit. Come celebrate with us on Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. for a 15-minute silent meditation followed by the service at 10:30 a.m. On Sunday, February 19, our guest speaker, Rev. Joe Sloan's talk will be “Precious: The View From God's Eyes.” We are located at 2945 1st St. in the DeWitt Center in Auburn.
For information, visit www.FCSLiving.org or call (530) 823-6986.
First Baptist Church, Grass Valley
Pastor Mark will be in part 4 of his “Mighty Works” series titled, “Faith.” Traditional service at 9 a.m. features a mix of praise songs and hymns in a traditional setting. Sunday school for adults, youth, children, and preschoolers is provided. Contemporary service at 11 a.m. features upbeat praise music. Join us Wednesdays for dinner at 4:45 to 6 p.m. in the Upper Fellowship Hall. Prayer, Bible studies, children's activities and youth group follow.
For more information, call (530) 273-7301, or visit www.firstbaptistgv.com.
Method Church hosts nonviolent success stories
Learn about nonviolent victories so often ignored by the media though stories, lively interaction, and film. Explore what nonviolent action involves and how to better use it in your life. Thursday evenings 6:30 to 8 p.m. February 16 through March 22 at the Methodist Church at the top of Broad Street in Nevada City. Attend the series or individual sessions. Donations welcome. Childcare available. On February 16 we will see film of Gandhi's campaign in South Africa and the nonviolent training and actions for desegregating lunch counters in Nashville Tennessee.
For more information, contact Joyce Banzhaf at (530) 477-7455.
Sierra Center for Spiritual Living
Come celebrate with us and Rev. Lani Howard. Her talk is titled “Learning to Love Again.” Enjoy the live music of SharonJoy Jahoda and friends at both the 9:30 and 11 a.m. services. Our Junior Church is held at 11 a.m. We are an interfaith community committed to awakening humanity to its spiritual magnificence and our vision is “Celebrating Our Oneness In Spirit.” We are at 119 Florence Avenue in Grass Valley.
For more information, visit www.sierracenter.org or call (530) 274-1018.
Word-A-Live (WAL) Church
Pastors Mike and Sandra Chipchase welcome you to Word-A-Live (WAL) Church at 10 a.m. Sundays. There are many weekly programs which you can view and check-out live streaming at: http://www.word-a-live.org. Please join us at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 23 for an evening of welcoming home vets.
We will be showing the HBO movie "Wartorn 1861-2010,” followed by a panel discussion on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) followed by a question and answer period. Many war vets are returning with PTSD and we as a community want to understand how we can help. The movie is not suitable for children. Child care and light snacks will be provided.
Special Activities: Sat., March 3 and 4, guest Joan Pearce leads a training on “Outreach & Evangelism.” Sat, March 10 is “Youth Rock & Worship Roadshow.” Check-out our website for live-streaming and/or past teachings. Located at Word-A-Live Church, 10528 Spenceville Rd. in Penn Valley.
For more information, call (530) 432-9155 or visit www.word-a-live.org.
First Church of Christ, Scientists, Grass Valley
The Healing Effect of Your Prayers" is the title of a talk by international speaker, author and spiritual healer Mark Swinney on Sunday, March 11, at 2 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Express, Grass Valley. Discover your relationship with God as your best friend, and how His love will transform your life and empower your prayers to heal. This free talk is open to the public and is sponsored by the First Church of Christ, Scientists in Grass Valley. Free child care.
For more information, visit http://christiansciencegrassvalley.org.
Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains
Come celebrate the warmth and love of “Brigid Goddess and Saint” amidst candlelight at 7 p.m. on Sat. Feb. 18. Embrace the wonder of a woman who is a triple Goddess in one faith and the Patron Saint of babies and poets alike in another. Let us fill our hearts with gratitude and our minds with wonder as we celebrate this woman who is loved amongst so many from all faiths of the world. Worship Associate will be Carrie Osborn.
Sun. Feb. 19 will be "Compassionate Creation" with the Rev. LoraKim Joyner and Susan Gore.
We celebrate our relationships with animals by considering the wonder of the interdependent web. With so much beauty comes also an awareness of the harm that comes to other species in both human and ecological communities. We reflect on where compassion for the immense natural world comes from, and how we can create more compassion for ourselves, our fellow humans, and the multiple species in our lives. Come let us embrace life, together! Worship Associate will be Carol Hyndman. Located at 246 South Church Street in Grass Valley.
For more information, call (530) 274-1675.
Peace Lutheran Church
Join us Feb. 19 at either of our traditional worship services, 8 or 10:45 a.m. as we celebrate the Sunday of the Transfiguration of Our Lord. Pastor Richard O. Johnson will preside. We're located at 828 W. Main Street in Grass Valley. Wednesday, February 22 is Ash Wednesday; our service at 7 p.m. includes Holy Communion and the imposition of ashes, and the choir will sing “Come, Ye Sinners,” based on an early American melody.
For more information call (530) 273- 9631 or visit www.peacelutherangv.org.
Twin Cities Church
Join us as we continue our series, “Rhythms: Everyday Spiritual Practices.” The message this week is, “GIVE.”
Twin Cities Church meets Sundays at 8, 9:35, and 11:15 a.m. at 11726 Rough & Ready Highway. Children (birth through fifth grade) meet during every Sunday morning service. Senior high Students meet at 9:35 a.m. and junior high students meet at 11:15 a.m. in the east multi-purpose room. You can listen to a past service on KNCO 830AM, from 7 to 7:30 a.m. on Sunday mornings.
For more information call (530) 273-6425 or visit www.twincitieschurch.com.
Seventh-day Adventist Church
This month, Pastor Steve Gallimore will present the following sermons:
February 18, Vision, Distress and Victory II
February 25, Vision, Distress and Victory III
Saturday worship times: adult/youth/children Bible classes from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., morning worship service: 10:40 a.m. to noon. Women's Ministry: Women of all faiths are invited to attend a special Day of Prayer on Saturday, March 3 beginning at 2 p.m.
For information, call (530) 477-5017 or visit: http://www.GVAdventist.com.
Multispecies Awareness Encounter weekend
Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains is hosting a Multispecies Awareness Encounter weekend Feb. 17, 18 and 19 to examine the interconnection between humans and animals.
Two creators of the program will lead the weekend. The Rev. LoraKim Joyner currently serves as a community minister in multispecies ministry and compassionate communications. She is also a wildlife veterinarian working in Latin America on avian conservation.
Susan Gore is a group facilitator whose message comes from personal experience. She has provided services for clients ranging from AT&T to small nonprofits. She has served on medical missions to the Galapogos Islands and El Salvador.
On Feb. 17 at 7 p.m. we will show the film "Amazing Grace," about British politician Wilber Wilburforce, who fought against slavery and founded the SPCA.
On Feb. 18 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. there will be multidimensional workshops exploring the multispecies relationship. This is a brown bag lunch event. Some snacks provided. Suggested donation is $10. No one turned away for lack of funds.
On Feb. 19 the 11 a.m. Sunday service will be "Compassionate Creation" with the Rev. LoraKim Joyner. All events at Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains at 246 So. Church St. in Grass Valley.
For information or to RSVP, call Carol Hyndman at (530) 477-0693.
Emmanuel Episcopal Church
Shrove Tuesday, February 21, is Emmanuel Episcopal Church's 96th Annual Waffle Sale. Lunch seating is from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Dinner
seating is 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Prices range from $5 to $7.50 per person. Discount tickets for families are available at the church office through Monday. Located at 235 S. Main Street in Grass Valley. The whole community is invited!
For more information, visit www.emmanuelgv.org or call (530) 273-7876.
Brother, can you spare an ... hour?
A group of local men is meeting from 6 to 7 a.m. Thursdays at Penny's Diner for breakfast. Under the banner of “Christian Business Men's Committee” (CBMC, a non-denominational group), we have breakfast, read a portion of scripture, share what God has done in our life and pray. All within an hour. As a welcome break between weekends, these men encourage each other as they wish to encourage you in these trying times. Come and join us. We need each other.
Penny's Diner is located at 2072 Nevada City Highway in the B&C Fowler Center in Grass Valley.
EarthSpirit Center for the Transformational Arts
Rev. Dr. Nanci Shanderá leads a monthly Women's Transformational Healing Group on Tuesday evenings, e-mail drnanci@earthspiritcenter.com for information. Transformational mentoring also available for women.
For more information, visit www.EarthSpiritCenter.com.
Grass Valley AM AGLOW
We are a local chapter of Aglow International, meets the second Tuesday of every month from 9:45 a.m. to noon at 336 Crown Point Circle in Grass Valley.
Aglow is a wonderful opportunity for unity in the Body of Christ and is not "just for women" anymore! Take Brunswick Road to Whispering Pines Lane, left on Crown Point Circle and then right at Nevada County Board of Realtors.
Babysitting off-site is available by making reservations in advance with Jamie Bartsch at (530) 272-6056.
Hope Bearers
We are a Christian cancer support group that meets at Foothill Church. Those with serious chronic illnesses, including cancer and their care givers are encouraged to come and share in a safe environment concerning this difficult time. Receive understanding, compassion and love from folks who have had encounters with or presently are fighting these diseases. Our meeting days have changed to 6 p.m. every first and third Saturday of the month. Located at 14600 State Highway 49 in Grass Valley.
For information, call Edda at (530) 432-2862 or visit www.FoothillChurch.org and click on “INEED” and go to Hope Bearers.
Our Buddhist Insight Meditation group meets Mondays, 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Wild Mountain Yoga Center, 574 Searls Ave. in Nevada City. On February 20, guest speaker Tony Bernard, a community dharma leader from Davis, will lead a period of silent meditation followed by a talk. Mountain Stream can also be found on Facebook.
For more information visit www.mtstream.org or call (530) 272-6425.
Baha'i Faith of Grass Valley and Nevada County
As part the 64-day “Season for Peace and & Nonviolence,” Area Baha'is are presenting Education Under Fire, a documentary and discussion from 2 to 3 p.m. Sunday, February 19 at the Madeline Helling Library Community Room, 980 Helling Way in Nevada City. The documentary addresses the continued government persecution of the Baha'is in Iran by banning them from higher education and raiding 30 homes opened to provide that education through the alternative Baha'i Institute for Higher Education. A local resident who has worked directly with some of the students via Skype will answer questions.
For more information, call (530)477-7017 or visit www.educationunderfire.com.
Nevada City United Methodist Church
This is the last Sunday of Epiphany before we begin the Lenten season. Join us for worship at either the 9 a.m., traditional or the 10:30 a.m. contemporary worship services. Pastor Charles Smith will be leading both services. Our youth will join us in worship following a light breakfast and bible study beginning at 10 a.m. Children's Sunday School Classes takes place during the 10:30 a.m. service with loving childcare all morning. Join us for fellowship downstairs following both services. Also, one of our services are recorded each week and can be seen on NCTV Channel 11 on Friday evening at 6:30 p.m. or Sunday morning at 7:30 a.m. or on our website.
For more information, visit nevadacitymethodist.com.
Bethel Church Nevada County
Are you hungry for an encounter with God? Join us at Bethel Church on Sunday morning for a vibrant worship service. Pastor Brian Johnson's message is titled, “Loving U, Part 1, Loving God.” Service begins at 10 a.m. Nursery care and Kids Church are available at the same time. Wednesday night is Family Night with classes for all ages. Bethel Church is located at 13010 State Hwy. 49 in Grass Valley.
For information call (530) 273-8475.
Holy Wisdom, Nevada City
The Orthodox Church is the Universal Church established by Jesus Christ, unchanged and unchanging! We teach the Holy Bible as the True Word of God! The primary emphasis of our service is the worship of God. We believe that through our communion with God and with one another we are nourished and we receive life. Divine Liturgy is Sundays at 9:30 a.m., Vespers is Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m.
For information, call (530) 265-4714 or visit www.holywisdomnevadacity.org.
First Baptist Church of Nevada City
On Sunday, February 26 at the 10:30 a.m. service we'll be hosting a Gospel mini-concert in honor of Black History Month. This will feature a band consisting of gospel pianist Valencia Jarrett, plus a sax, trumpet, and drum. Plan to join us for this. This Sunday morning, February 19 at 10:30 a.m. Pastor Ralph will be speaking on the topic “Disciple Training 1: Persistent Prayer.”
On Wednesday evenings at we gather at the church for a potluck dinner at 6 p.m., followed by singing and a Bible study from 7 to 8 p.m. Visitors don't need to bring anything, just come! Pastor Ralph is teaching a series on the Life of David from 1 and 2 Samuel. This historic church's 10:30 a.m. service offers a blend of familiar hymns and up-to-date praise choruses. You are welcome! First Baptist is your friendly, spiritual home in the Sierra, at 300 Main St. across from the Nevada County Courthouse.
Call (530) 265-4711 or visit www.fbcnevadacity.org for more information.
Sierra Pines United Methodist Church
Please join us on Sunday, February 19th, with our Pastor Alison Berry. Junior High and High School Ages: Youth Group on Sundays from 4 to 6 p.m. Active Scout Troops meet at our Church. Adult Bible Class is Wednesdays at 7 p.m., “Disciple 1: Overview of the Bible” with Pastor Alison and Cathy Tolman.
United Methodist Men's Steak and Egg Breakfast is scheduled for Saturday March 3rd at 8 a.m. Game Night on Feb. 18 at 8 p.m. will be a fundraiser for Haiti Mission Trip.
Sierra Pines United Methodist Church is located at 22559 Hacienda Drive in Grass Valley (near Lake of the Pines) and offers two services: contemporary at 9 a.m. and traditional at 10:30 a.m. “Hilltop Kids” Sunday School is at 9 a.m.
For more information call (530) 268-6907 or visit www.sierrapinesumc.org.
The Healing Rooms of Nevada County
We pray for healing of body and spirit. Everyone is welcome whether they attend church or not. Come to the Main Lobby of the Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital, 155 Glasson Way, Grass Valley on Thursdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. There is no fee and no reservation is necessary.
For more information call Sierra Ministries International (530) 478-1478 or visit www.healingroomsnc.com.
Pray Nevada County
We are seeking God on behalf of our communities. Open to all for Christian prayer, Pray Nevada County meets each Tuesday from noon to 1 p.m. to pray for our county governments and services, schools and families, businesses and media, and churches and parachurch ministries. Since August 1997, 15 to 25 people from 8 to 12 congregations have met each week to pray for our communities. During the month of February, we will meet at Word A Live Family Church, 10528 Spenceville Road in Penn Valley.
For more information or directions, call (530) 432-0458 or (530) 478-1478.
Foothill Center for Spiritual Living, Auburn
We are a community that values and supports each other in our spiritual awakening. We are committed to practical spirituality for everyday living. All of our activities are grounded in faith, nurtured with love and guided by Spirit. Come celebrate with us on Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. for a 15-minute silent meditation followed by the service at 10:30 a.m. On Sunday, February 19, our guest speaker, Rev. Joe Sloan's talk will be “Precious: The View From God's Eyes.” We are located at 2945 1st St. in the DeWitt Center in Auburn.
For information, visit www.FCSLiving.org or call (530) 823-6986.
First Baptist Church, Grass Valley
Pastor Mark will be in part 4 of his “Mighty Works” series titled, “Faith.” Traditional service at 9 a.m. features a mix of praise songs and hymns in a traditional setting. Sunday school for adults, youth, children, and preschoolers is provided. Contemporary service at 11 a.m. features upbeat praise music. Join us Wednesdays for dinner at 4:45 to 6 p.m. in the Upper Fellowship Hall. Prayer, Bible studies, children's activities and youth group follow.
For more information, call (530) 273-7301, or visit www.firstbaptistgv.com.
Method Church hosts nonviolent success stories
Learn about nonviolent victories so often ignored by the media though stories, lively interaction, and film. Explore what nonviolent action involves and how to better use it in your life. Thursday evenings 6:30 to 8 p.m. February 16 through March 22 at the Methodist Church at the top of Broad Street in Nevada City. Attend the series or individual sessions. Donations welcome. Childcare available. On February 16 we will see film of Gandhi's campaign in South Africa and the nonviolent training and actions for desegregating lunch counters in Nashville Tennessee.
For more information, contact Joyce Banzhaf at (530) 477-7455.
Sierra Center for Spiritual Living
Come celebrate with us and Rev. Lani Howard. Her talk is titled “Learning to Love Again.” Enjoy the live music of SharonJoy Jahoda and friends at both the 9:30 and 11 a.m. services. Our Junior Church is held at 11 a.m. We are an interfaith community committed to awakening humanity to its spiritual magnificence and our vision is “Celebrating Our Oneness In Spirit.” We are at 119 Florence Avenue in Grass Valley.
For more information, visit www.sierracenter.org or call (530) 274-1018.
Word-A-Live (WAL) Church
Pastors Mike and Sandra Chipchase welcome you to Word-A-Live (WAL) Church at 10 a.m. Sundays. There are many weekly programs which you can view and check-out live streaming at: http://www.word-a-live.org. Please join us at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 23 for an evening of welcoming home vets.
We will be showing the HBO movie "Wartorn 1861-2010,” followed by a panel discussion on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) followed by a question and answer period. Many war vets are returning with PTSD and we as a community want to understand how we can help. The movie is not suitable for children. Child care and light snacks will be provided.
Special Activities: Sat., March 3 and 4, guest Joan Pearce leads a training on “Outreach & Evangelism.” Sat, March 10 is “Youth Rock & Worship Roadshow.” Check-out our website for live-streaming and/or past teachings. Located at Word-A-Live Church, 10528 Spenceville Rd. in Penn Valley.
For more information, call (530) 432-9155 or visit www.word-a-live.org.
First Church of Christ, Scientists, Grass Valley
The Healing Effect of Your Prayers" is the title of a talk by international speaker, author and spiritual healer Mark Swinney on Sunday, March 11, at 2 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Express, Grass Valley. Discover your relationship with God as your best friend, and how His love will transform your life and empower your prayers to heal. This free talk is open to the public and is sponsored by the First Church of Christ, Scientists in Grass Valley. Free child care.
For more information, visit http://christiansciencegrassvalley.org.
Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains
Come celebrate the warmth and love of “Brigid Goddess and Saint” amidst candlelight at 7 p.m. on Sat. Feb. 18. Embrace the wonder of a woman who is a triple Goddess in one faith and the Patron Saint of babies and poets alike in another. Let us fill our hearts with gratitude and our minds with wonder as we celebrate this woman who is loved amongst so many from all faiths of the world. Worship Associate will be Carrie Osborn.
Sun. Feb. 19 will be "Compassionate Creation" with the Rev. LoraKim Joyner and Susan Gore.
We celebrate our relationships with animals by considering the wonder of the interdependent web. With so much beauty comes also an awareness of the harm that comes to other species in both human and ecological communities. We reflect on where compassion for the immense natural world comes from, and how we can create more compassion for ourselves, our fellow humans, and the multiple species in our lives. Come let us embrace life, together! Worship Associate will be Carol Hyndman. Located at 246 South Church Street in Grass Valley.
For more information, call (530) 274-1675.
Peace Lutheran Church
Join us Feb. 19 at either of our traditional worship services, 8 or 10:45 a.m. as we celebrate the Sunday of the Transfiguration of Our Lord. Pastor Richard O. Johnson will preside. We're located at 828 W. Main Street in Grass Valley. Wednesday, February 22 is Ash Wednesday; our service at 7 p.m. includes Holy Communion and the imposition of ashes, and the choir will sing “Come, Ye Sinners,” based on an early American melody.
For more information call (530) 273- 9631 or visit www.peacelutherangv.org.
Twin Cities Church
Join us as we continue our series, “Rhythms: Everyday Spiritual Practices.” The message this week is, “GIVE.”
Twin Cities Church meets Sundays at 8, 9:35, and 11:15 a.m. at 11726 Rough & Ready Highway. Children (birth through fifth grade) meet during every Sunday morning service. Senior high Students meet at 9:35 a.m. and junior high students meet at 11:15 a.m. in the east multi-purpose room. You can listen to a past service on KNCO 830AM, from 7 to 7:30 a.m. on Sunday mornings.
For more information call (530) 273-6425 or visit www.twincitieschurch.com.
Seventh-day Adventist Church
This month, Pastor Steve Gallimore will present the following sermons:
February 18, Vision, Distress and Victory II
February 25, Vision, Distress and Victory III
Saturday worship times: adult/youth/children Bible classes from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., morning worship service: 10:40 a.m. to noon. Women's Ministry: Women of all faiths are invited to attend a special Day of Prayer on Saturday, March 3 beginning at 2 p.m.
For information, call (530) 477-5017 or visit: http://www.GVAdventist.com.
Multispecies Awareness Encounter weekend
Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains is hosting a Multispecies Awareness Encounter weekend Feb. 17, 18 and 19 to examine the interconnection between humans and animals.
Two creators of the program will lead the weekend. The Rev. LoraKim Joyner currently serves as a community minister in multispecies ministry and compassionate communications. She is also a wildlife veterinarian working in Latin America on avian conservation.
Susan Gore is a group facilitator whose message comes from personal experience. She has provided services for clients ranging from AT&T to small nonprofits. She has served on medical missions to the Galapogos Islands and El Salvador.
On Feb. 17 at 7 p.m. we will show the film "Amazing Grace," about British politician Wilber Wilburforce, who fought against slavery and founded the SPCA.
On Feb. 18 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. there will be multidimensional workshops exploring the multispecies relationship. This is a brown bag lunch event. Some snacks provided. Suggested donation is $10. No one turned away for lack of funds.
On Feb. 19 the 11 a.m. Sunday service will be "Compassionate Creation" with the Rev. LoraKim Joyner. All events at Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains at 246 So. Church St. in Grass Valley.
For information or to RSVP, call Carol Hyndman at (530) 477-0693.
Emmanuel Episcopal Church
Shrove Tuesday, February 21, is Emmanuel Episcopal Church's 96th Annual Waffle Sale. Lunch seating is from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Dinner
seating is 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Prices range from $5 to $7.50 per person. Discount tickets for families are available at the church office through Monday. Located at 235 S. Main Street in Grass Valley. The whole community is invited!
For more information, visit www.emmanuelgv.org or call (530) 273-7876.
Brother, can you spare an ... hour?
A group of local men is meeting from 6 to 7 a.m. Thursdays at Penny's Diner for breakfast. Under the banner of “Christian Business Men's Committee” (CBMC, a non-denominational group), we have breakfast, read a portion of scripture, share what God has done in our life and pray. All within an hour. As a welcome break between weekends, these men encourage each other as they wish to encourage you in these trying times. Come and join us. We need each other.
Penny's Diner is located at 2072 Nevada City Highway in the B&C Fowler Center in Grass Valley.
EarthSpirit Center for the Transformational Arts
Rev. Dr. Nanci Shanderá leads a monthly Women's Transformational Healing Group on Tuesday evenings, e-mail drnanci@earthspiritcenter.com for information. Transformational mentoring also available for women.
For more information, visit www.EarthSpiritCenter.com.
Grass Valley AM AGLOW
We are a local chapter of Aglow International, meets the second Tuesday of every month from 9:45 a.m. to noon at 336 Crown Point Circle in Grass Valley.
Aglow is a wonderful opportunity for unity in the Body of Christ and is not "just for women" anymore! Take Brunswick Road to Whispering Pines Lane, left on Crown Point Circle and then right at Nevada County Board of Realtors.
Babysitting off-site is available by making reservations in advance with Jamie Bartsch at (530) 272-6056.
Hope Bearers
We are a Christian cancer support group that meets at Foothill Church. Those with serious chronic illnesses, including cancer and their care givers are encouraged to come and share in a safe environment concerning this difficult time. Receive understanding, compassion and love from folks who have had encounters with or presently are fighting these diseases. Our meeting days have changed to 6 p.m. every first and third Saturday of the month. Located at 14600 State Highway 49 in Grass Valley.
For information, call Edda at (530) 432-2862 or visit www.FoothillChurch.org and click on “INEED” and go to Hope Bearers.
