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Grace Lutheran Church
Join Grace Lutheran Church Wednesday evenings for Advent Season worship services, 5:30 p.m. Nov. 30 through Dec. 21. Soup supper immediately follows the service at approximately 6 to 7 p.m. Christmas Eve service “A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols” is 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 24, with a Christmas pageant performed during the service. Christmas morning worship service is at 10 a.m. All worship services are located at 1979 Ridge Road,
Grass Valley.
For more information, call the church administrative office at (530) 273-7043.
Unity in the Gold Country Spiritual Center
Join us this Sunday at 10:30 a.m. when Rev. Jerry Farrell shares his talk, “From Grinch to ‘Who' State of Consciousness.” Music by Kalyani and Circle UP. We are located at 180 Cambridge Ct., Grass Valley, opposite Peaceful Valley Farm Supply. Ho'oponopono meditation each Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. Men's and Women's Groups Tuesdays at 10 a.m. “The Way Of Mastery” every Monday at 7 p.m. ACIM each Thursday at 7 p.m.
For information, please call (530) 274-2463.
Twin Cities
Join us as we continue in our series, “Believe.” The message this week is, “The Baby is Christ.”
Twin Cities Church meets Sundays at 8, 9:35, and 11:15 a.m. at 11726 Rough & Ready Highway. Children (birth through 5th 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 the website at www.twincitieschurch.com.
Peace Lutheran Church
Saturday, December 17: The Foothill Children's Chorus presents their Christmas concert in our sanctuary at 7 p.m. If you can't make this one, the concert will be repeated on Epiphany, January 6.
Sunday, December 18, Fourth Sunday of Advent: We hear the story of the annunciation, the angel Gabriel visiting the Virgin Mary. At the 8 a.m. service Pastor Richard Johnson will preach, and the Choir will sing “Oh Come, Oh Come Emmanuel.” At the 10:45 a.m. service, our Sunday School children will present their Christmas program, or join us for our 9:30 a.m. contemporary service. We're located at 828 W. Main Street in Grass Valley. For more information call (530) 273-9631.
Wednesday, December 21: As we approach the Nativity of our Lord, we have one more chance to reflect quietly on the meaning of the season, beginning at 4:45 p.m. Advent Organ Vespers featuring Paul Perry. Paul will be joined tonight by the Classic String Trio. We conclude our reflections by returning to Isaiah, this time to the 60th chapter: “The Lord shall arise!” We're located at 828 W. Main Street in Grass Valley.
For more information call (530) 273-9631.
Foothill Center for Spiritual Living, Auburn
“Return of the Light” Solstice Celebration, Sunday Service, 10:30 a.m., Dec. 18; Come connect to the metaphysical meaning of the season as we bring in the light together! Christmas Eve “Candle Lighting” Service, Saturday, 7 to 8 p.m.; A family celebration with candle lighting, caroling, hot apple cider, and please bring cookies to share! “Christmas Morning” Sunday Service, 10:30 a.m.; Discover the true meaning of the day!
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. This Sunday, December 18, our spiritual leader, the Rev. Maggie Buck's talk title is “Return of the Light!" a Solstice Celebration. We are located at 2945 First St. in the DeWitt Center, Auburn.
For directions, visit www.FCSLiving.org call (530) 823-6986.
Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains
Join us for “Occupy Love” with the Rev. Meghan Cefalu. The Occupy Wall Street movement has been growing and evolving since it began in September of this year. What is it really about? This morning we'll reflect on the messages of the movement, and how we as a people of faith are called to understand and participate in this movement. Service and childcare at 11 a.m.
For more information, call (530) 274-1675 or visit www.uugrassvalley.org.
Grass Valley Seventh-day Adventist Church
The community is invited to the Grass Valley Seventh-day Adventist Church as we journey back to Bethlehem and view the Nativity through the voices of those that were present at Christ's birth. This special Christmas Eve service will begin at 9:30 a.m. on December 24. Grass Valley Seventh-day Adventist Church is located at 12889 Osborne Hill Road in Grass Valley, just past Union Hill school off of Hwy. 174. For more information, call the church office at (530) 477-5017 or e-mail gvsda@att.net.
First Baptist Church of Nevada City
Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m. we'll light the Fourth Advent Candle. Pastor Ralph will be speaking on "The Dangers of a Real Live Messiah” from Matthew 2:1-12. We'll be gathering for "A Simple Christmas Eve" service on December 24 at 6:30 p.m. for a short 55-minute service. We'll be singing Christmas carols together and reading the familiar Christmas scriptures. Take time with your family to join us and reconnect with the true meaning of Christmas — Jesus' birth. 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, located at 300 Main St. across from the Nevada County Courthouse.
Call (530) 265-4711 or visit www.fbcnevadacity.org for more information.
Congregation B'nai Harim at the Nevada County Jewish Community Center
Friday, December 16 at 7:30 p.m. we are in for a delightful treat, together with some of our outstanding youths, who will conduct our Shabbat service. Evan Rashby, Rachel Rosen, Hunter Silber and Samantha Karp will all participate as well as Ginny Starr and Patty Smith. Come and support these young people. The Judaica shop is open for all you holiday needs. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Sunday, December 18 from 1 to 4 p.m., Congregation B'nai Harim will have the Chanukkath Event at the Love Building in Condon Park Grass Valley, open to all in the community. We have a wonderful DJ "A Step Above,” Latkes with all the trimmings (apple sauce, sour cream) and lots more goodies. Izzi Tooinsky will do his magical tricks, prizes, games all waiting for YOU. Tickets $ 10 adults, children $5 and families $25. Get your tickets from Harriett Kroot (530) 346- 2158, the Temple office ( 506 Walsh Street GV. M,W,F,) or at the Bookseller and BriarPatch. If you are looking for Hanukkah presents we will have all available at the Judaica shop at this event. Please RSVP as soon as possible so we have enough food.
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., Nevada City.
On December 19, Community Dharma Leader Maeve Hassett 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.
Holy Wisdom, Nevada City
The Orthodox Church is evangelical, but not Protestant. It is orthodox, but not Jewish. It is catholic, but not Roman. It isn't non-denominational - it is pre-denominational. It has believed, taught, preserved, defended and died for the Faith of the Apostles since the Day of Pentecost 2000 years ago. Divine Liturgy is Sundays 9:30 a.m.; Vespers is Wednesdays and Saturdays at 5:30 p.m.
For more information, call (530) 265-4714 or visit www.holywisdomnevadacity.org.
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 December we will meet at New Covenant Baptist Church, 12582 Squirrel Creek Road, Grass Valley. From West Main Street, turn left on Squirrel Creek Road (at Scotten School) and follow 1.5 miles to the church.
For more information or directions, call the scheduling secretary at (530) 432-0458 or Sierra Ministries International at (530) 478-1478.
Nevada City United Methodist Church
This fourth Sunday of Advent, our church choir, directed by Eleanor Kenitzer, will be presenting our annual Christmas Cantata at both the 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. worship services. Following the 10:30 a.m. service at noon, Victorian Christmas begins with crafts in our Fellowship Hall, a visit from Santa, and holiday music in our sanctuary. For your convenience, one service each week is recorded and the videos may be seen on NCTV Channel 11 on Friday evening at 6:30 p.m. or Sunday morning at 7:30 a.m.,
For more information, visit our website at nevadacitymethodist.com.
First Baptist Church, Grass Valley
Pastor Mark will be in part 3 of his “I'm Dreamin' of a Right Christmas” series titled, “The Right Joy.” 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 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.
Call (530) 273-7301, or visit www.firstbaptistgv.com for more information.
Bethel Church, Nevada County
Celebrate Christmas at Bethel Church this Sunday. Pastors Brian and Cindy Johnson will be sharing a special Christmas message titled “The Spirit of Christmas Giving” Service begins at 10 a.m. Nursery care and kids church are available at that time.
Sierra Presbyterian Church
in us this Fourth Sunday in Advent as Rev. Tom Naylor delivers the message "The Most Precious Gift" at our 9 a.m. traditional service and 10:30 a.m. contemporary service, with coffee and cookies between services. Adult Sunday School and children and youth programs and healing prayer are also at 9 and 10:30 a.m. Our Christmas Eve candlelight services will be at 5 and 7:30 p.m. and we will have one service at 10 a.m. on Christmas and New Years Day. Read our monthly newsletter and past bulletin at www.sierrapres.com. We are located at 175 Ridge Road, Nevada City.
For more information, call (530) 265-3291.
Grass Valley United Methodist Church
There will be a Blue Christmas worship service at 5 p.m. on Wed. Dec. 21 in the Sanctuary, followed by a Labyrinth Walk from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in Wesley Hall. The community is invited. Our Christmas Eve candlelight service will be held at 5 p.m. on Dec. 24 in the Sanctuary. You will hear our Grass Valley UMC Choir, our Wesley Ringers Handbell Choir, our Children's Chimes Choir, as well as watching a special puppet show. All are welcome. There will be one service in the Sanctuary on Christmas Day at 10 a.m. where we will celebrate the blessed birth. We'd love to have you join us.
For more information call the church office at (530) 272-1946.
Sierra Pines United Methodist Church
Please join us on December 18 with our Pastor Alison Berry and Christmas Eve Services. On Dec 24 at 5 p.m. is Harmonium; 8 p.m., Contemporary Service; and 11 p.m.. traditional Christmas Eve service. On Christmas Day we will have one casual Service at 10 a.m. Junior High and High School Ages: Youth Group on Sundays from 4 to 6 p.m.! United Methodist Men: First Saturday monthly at 8 a.m., united Methodist Women: 2nd Wednesday monthly at 10:30 am Sierra Pines United Methodist Church is located at 22559 Hacienda Drive, G.V. (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 telephone the Church Office at (530) 268-6907 and visit our website at www.sierrapinesumc.org.
Word-A-Live (WAL) Church
Pastors Mike and Sandra Chipchase and Word-A-Live (WAL) Church invite you to join them at 10 a.m. Sundays. Everyone is welcome. Special Christmas Kidz Party, Friday Dec. 23 and 6 p.m. Do you know of a kid (ages 1 through 17) that is in need? Contact Word-A-Live in advance, so that we can bless them with a gift and include them in the celebration! Also, join us Christmas day for a special service together at 10 a.m.
Our weekly programs are:
Monday at 7 p.m. is "Alive in Recovery,” Wed. at 7 p.m. join us for a series teaching, "How to Have a Healthy Relationship with the Church.” Thurs. at 9:45 a.m. is Women's Bible Study- Revelations (except second Thurs.) Thurs. at 6 p.m. are Healthy Living Workshop teachings/workouts. On Fri. at 7 p.m., the youth from Nevada County meet for fun events. Sat at 5 p.m. join us for Corporate Prayer.
Check-out our Web site for live-streaming and/or past teachings at http://www.word-a-live.org. 10528 Spenceville Rd., Penn Valley.
For more information, call (530) 432-9155.
New Covenant Baptist Church
We would love to invite you and your family to come and join us this week. Pastor Randy continues his series on "Getting Ready For Christmas" this Sunday. We meet at 12582 Squirrel Creek. LifeGroups meet at 9 a.m.; Worship begins 10:45 a.m. (children's church and childcare provided).
Please visit our church website for all the stuff coming up.
You can find us atwww.newcovenantbaptistchurch.org or call us at (530) 274-8516.
Emmanuel Episcopal Church Christmas Services
Nativity Sunday, Dec. 18: Nativity scenes belonging to church members will be on display in Buck Hall on Sunday Dec. 18. Christmas Eve, Dec. 24: At 5 p.m. Family Christmas Eucharist and Christmas Pageant. Emmanuel's Children will present a Christmas Pageant during the service. At 10:30 p.m. Christmas carols and special music and Midnight Mass starting at 11 p.m.
Christmas Day service, Dec. 25: At 11 a.m. Christmas is Day Holy Communion service.
Brother, can you spare an ... hour?
A group of local men is meeting every Thursday morning 6 a.m. to 7 a.m. 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
Join Rev. Dr. Nanci Shanderá for the Women's Mysteries Study Group, which meets Tuesdays 6 to 8:30 p.m. Transformational counseling for women.
For more information, e-mail drnanci@earthspiritcenter.com or visit www.EarthSpiritCenter.com.
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 in their lives. Receive understanding, compassion and love from folks who have had encounters with or presently are fighting these diseases. Our meeting days have changed to every First and Third Saturday of the month at 6 p.m.
Foothill Church is at 14600 State Highway 49 in Grass Valley.
For additional info go to www.foothillchurch.org,click on INEED and go to Hope Bearers or call Edda at (530) 432-2862.
Sierra Center for Spiritual Living
Come celebrate with us and the Rev. Lani Howard. Her talk is titled “Patience in the Process.” Enjoy the live music of Jeff Wright and Rick Kirkpatrick 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 our home page at www.sierracenter.org or call our office at (530) 274-1018.
Join Grace Lutheran Church Wednesday evenings for Advent Season worship services, 5:30 p.m. Nov. 30 through Dec. 21. Soup supper immediately follows the service at approximately 6 to 7 p.m. Christmas Eve service “A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols” is 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 24, with a Christmas pageant performed during the service. Christmas morning worship service is at 10 a.m. All worship services are located at 1979 Ridge Road,
Grass Valley.
For more information, call the church administrative office at (530) 273-7043.
Unity in the Gold Country Spiritual Center
Join us this Sunday at 10:30 a.m. when Rev. Jerry Farrell shares his talk, “From Grinch to ‘Who' State of Consciousness.” Music by Kalyani and Circle UP. We are located at 180 Cambridge Ct., Grass Valley, opposite Peaceful Valley Farm Supply. Ho'oponopono meditation each Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. Men's and Women's Groups Tuesdays at 10 a.m. “The Way Of Mastery” every Monday at 7 p.m. ACIM each Thursday at 7 p.m.
For information, please call (530) 274-2463.
Twin Cities
Join us as we continue in our series, “Believe.” The message this week is, “The Baby is Christ.”
Twin Cities Church meets Sundays at 8, 9:35, and 11:15 a.m. at 11726 Rough & Ready Highway. Children (birth through 5th 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 the website at www.twincitieschurch.com.
Peace Lutheran Church
Saturday, December 17: The Foothill Children's Chorus presents their Christmas concert in our sanctuary at 7 p.m. If you can't make this one, the concert will be repeated on Epiphany, January 6.
Sunday, December 18, Fourth Sunday of Advent: We hear the story of the annunciation, the angel Gabriel visiting the Virgin Mary. At the 8 a.m. service Pastor Richard Johnson will preach, and the Choir will sing “Oh Come, Oh Come Emmanuel.” At the 10:45 a.m. service, our Sunday School children will present their Christmas program, or join us for our 9:30 a.m. contemporary service. We're located at 828 W. Main Street in Grass Valley. For more information call (530) 273-9631.
Wednesday, December 21: As we approach the Nativity of our Lord, we have one more chance to reflect quietly on the meaning of the season, beginning at 4:45 p.m. Advent Organ Vespers featuring Paul Perry. Paul will be joined tonight by the Classic String Trio. We conclude our reflections by returning to Isaiah, this time to the 60th chapter: “The Lord shall arise!” We're located at 828 W. Main Street in Grass Valley.
For more information call (530) 273-9631.
Foothill Center for Spiritual Living, Auburn
“Return of the Light” Solstice Celebration, Sunday Service, 10:30 a.m., Dec. 18; Come connect to the metaphysical meaning of the season as we bring in the light together! Christmas Eve “Candle Lighting” Service, Saturday, 7 to 8 p.m.; A family celebration with candle lighting, caroling, hot apple cider, and please bring cookies to share! “Christmas Morning” Sunday Service, 10:30 a.m.; Discover the true meaning of the day!
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. This Sunday, December 18, our spiritual leader, the Rev. Maggie Buck's talk title is “Return of the Light!" a Solstice Celebration. We are located at 2945 First St. in the DeWitt Center, Auburn.
For directions, visit www.FCSLiving.org call (530) 823-6986.
Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains
Join us for “Occupy Love” with the Rev. Meghan Cefalu. The Occupy Wall Street movement has been growing and evolving since it began in September of this year. What is it really about? This morning we'll reflect on the messages of the movement, and how we as a people of faith are called to understand and participate in this movement. Service and childcare at 11 a.m.
For more information, call (530) 274-1675 or visit www.uugrassvalley.org.
Grass Valley Seventh-day Adventist Church
The community is invited to the Grass Valley Seventh-day Adventist Church as we journey back to Bethlehem and view the Nativity through the voices of those that were present at Christ's birth. This special Christmas Eve service will begin at 9:30 a.m. on December 24. Grass Valley Seventh-day Adventist Church is located at 12889 Osborne Hill Road in Grass Valley, just past Union Hill school off of Hwy. 174. For more information, call the church office at (530) 477-5017 or e-mail gvsda@att.net.
First Baptist Church of Nevada City
Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m. we'll light the Fourth Advent Candle. Pastor Ralph will be speaking on "The Dangers of a Real Live Messiah” from Matthew 2:1-12. We'll be gathering for "A Simple Christmas Eve" service on December 24 at 6:30 p.m. for a short 55-minute service. We'll be singing Christmas carols together and reading the familiar Christmas scriptures. Take time with your family to join us and reconnect with the true meaning of Christmas — Jesus' birth. 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, located at 300 Main St. across from the Nevada County Courthouse.
Call (530) 265-4711 or visit www.fbcnevadacity.org for more information.
Congregation B'nai Harim at the Nevada County Jewish Community Center
Friday, December 16 at 7:30 p.m. we are in for a delightful treat, together with some of our outstanding youths, who will conduct our Shabbat service. Evan Rashby, Rachel Rosen, Hunter Silber and Samantha Karp will all participate as well as Ginny Starr and Patty Smith. Come and support these young people. The Judaica shop is open for all you holiday needs. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Sunday, December 18 from 1 to 4 p.m., Congregation B'nai Harim will have the Chanukkath Event at the Love Building in Condon Park Grass Valley, open to all in the community. We have a wonderful DJ "A Step Above,” Latkes with all the trimmings (apple sauce, sour cream) and lots more goodies. Izzi Tooinsky will do his magical tricks, prizes, games all waiting for YOU. Tickets $ 10 adults, children $5 and families $25. Get your tickets from Harriett Kroot (530) 346- 2158, the Temple office ( 506 Walsh Street GV. M,W,F,) or at the Bookseller and BriarPatch. If you are looking for Hanukkah presents we will have all available at the Judaica shop at this event. Please RSVP as soon as possible so we have enough food.
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., Nevada City.
On December 19, Community Dharma Leader Maeve Hassett 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.
Holy Wisdom, Nevada City
The Orthodox Church is evangelical, but not Protestant. It is orthodox, but not Jewish. It is catholic, but not Roman. It isn't non-denominational - it is pre-denominational. It has believed, taught, preserved, defended and died for the Faith of the Apostles since the Day of Pentecost 2000 years ago. Divine Liturgy is Sundays 9:30 a.m.; Vespers is Wednesdays and Saturdays at 5:30 p.m.
For more information, call (530) 265-4714 or visit www.holywisdomnevadacity.org.
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 December we will meet at New Covenant Baptist Church, 12582 Squirrel Creek Road, Grass Valley. From West Main Street, turn left on Squirrel Creek Road (at Scotten School) and follow 1.5 miles to the church.
For more information or directions, call the scheduling secretary at (530) 432-0458 or Sierra Ministries International at (530) 478-1478.
Nevada City United Methodist Church
This fourth Sunday of Advent, our church choir, directed by Eleanor Kenitzer, will be presenting our annual Christmas Cantata at both the 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. worship services. Following the 10:30 a.m. service at noon, Victorian Christmas begins with crafts in our Fellowship Hall, a visit from Santa, and holiday music in our sanctuary. For your convenience, one service each week is recorded and the videos may be seen on NCTV Channel 11 on Friday evening at 6:30 p.m. or Sunday morning at 7:30 a.m.,
For more information, visit our website at nevadacitymethodist.com.
First Baptist Church, Grass Valley
Pastor Mark will be in part 3 of his “I'm Dreamin' of a Right Christmas” series titled, “The Right Joy.” 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 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.
Call (530) 273-7301, or visit www.firstbaptistgv.com for more information.
Bethel Church, Nevada County
Celebrate Christmas at Bethel Church this Sunday. Pastors Brian and Cindy Johnson will be sharing a special Christmas message titled “The Spirit of Christmas Giving” Service begins at 10 a.m. Nursery care and kids church are available at that time.
Sierra Presbyterian Church
in us this Fourth Sunday in Advent as Rev. Tom Naylor delivers the message "The Most Precious Gift" at our 9 a.m. traditional service and 10:30 a.m. contemporary service, with coffee and cookies between services. Adult Sunday School and children and youth programs and healing prayer are also at 9 and 10:30 a.m. Our Christmas Eve candlelight services will be at 5 and 7:30 p.m. and we will have one service at 10 a.m. on Christmas and New Years Day. Read our monthly newsletter and past bulletin at www.sierrapres.com. We are located at 175 Ridge Road, Nevada City.
For more information, call (530) 265-3291.
Grass Valley United Methodist Church
There will be a Blue Christmas worship service at 5 p.m. on Wed. Dec. 21 in the Sanctuary, followed by a Labyrinth Walk from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in Wesley Hall. The community is invited. Our Christmas Eve candlelight service will be held at 5 p.m. on Dec. 24 in the Sanctuary. You will hear our Grass Valley UMC Choir, our Wesley Ringers Handbell Choir, our Children's Chimes Choir, as well as watching a special puppet show. All are welcome. There will be one service in the Sanctuary on Christmas Day at 10 a.m. where we will celebrate the blessed birth. We'd love to have you join us.
For more information call the church office at (530) 272-1946.
Sierra Pines United Methodist Church
Please join us on December 18 with our Pastor Alison Berry and Christmas Eve Services. On Dec 24 at 5 p.m. is Harmonium; 8 p.m., Contemporary Service; and 11 p.m.. traditional Christmas Eve service. On Christmas Day we will have one casual Service at 10 a.m. Junior High and High School Ages: Youth Group on Sundays from 4 to 6 p.m.! United Methodist Men: First Saturday monthly at 8 a.m., united Methodist Women: 2nd Wednesday monthly at 10:30 am Sierra Pines United Methodist Church is located at 22559 Hacienda Drive, G.V. (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 telephone the Church Office at (530) 268-6907 and visit our website at www.sierrapinesumc.org.
Word-A-Live (WAL) Church
Pastors Mike and Sandra Chipchase and Word-A-Live (WAL) Church invite you to join them at 10 a.m. Sundays. Everyone is welcome. Special Christmas Kidz Party, Friday Dec. 23 and 6 p.m. Do you know of a kid (ages 1 through 17) that is in need? Contact Word-A-Live in advance, so that we can bless them with a gift and include them in the celebration! Also, join us Christmas day for a special service together at 10 a.m.
Our weekly programs are:
Monday at 7 p.m. is "Alive in Recovery,” Wed. at 7 p.m. join us for a series teaching, "How to Have a Healthy Relationship with the Church.” Thurs. at 9:45 a.m. is Women's Bible Study- Revelations (except second Thurs.) Thurs. at 6 p.m. are Healthy Living Workshop teachings/workouts. On Fri. at 7 p.m., the youth from Nevada County meet for fun events. Sat at 5 p.m. join us for Corporate Prayer.
Check-out our Web site for live-streaming and/or past teachings at http://www.word-a-live.org. 10528 Spenceville Rd., Penn Valley.
For more information, call (530) 432-9155.
New Covenant Baptist Church
We would love to invite you and your family to come and join us this week. Pastor Randy continues his series on "Getting Ready For Christmas" this Sunday. We meet at 12582 Squirrel Creek. LifeGroups meet at 9 a.m.; Worship begins 10:45 a.m. (children's church and childcare provided).
Please visit our church website for all the stuff coming up.
You can find us atwww.newcovenantbaptistchurch.org or call us at (530) 274-8516.
Emmanuel Episcopal Church Christmas Services
Nativity Sunday, Dec. 18: Nativity scenes belonging to church members will be on display in Buck Hall on Sunday Dec. 18. Christmas Eve, Dec. 24: At 5 p.m. Family Christmas Eucharist and Christmas Pageant. Emmanuel's Children will present a Christmas Pageant during the service. At 10:30 p.m. Christmas carols and special music and Midnight Mass starting at 11 p.m.
Christmas Day service, Dec. 25: At 11 a.m. Christmas is Day Holy Communion service.
Brother, can you spare an ... hour?
A group of local men is meeting every Thursday morning 6 a.m. to 7 a.m. 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
Join Rev. Dr. Nanci Shanderá for the Women's Mysteries Study Group, which meets Tuesdays 6 to 8:30 p.m. Transformational counseling for women.
For more information, e-mail drnanci@earthspiritcenter.com or visit www.EarthSpiritCenter.com.
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 in their lives. Receive understanding, compassion and love from folks who have had encounters with or presently are fighting these diseases. Our meeting days have changed to every First and Third Saturday of the month at 6 p.m.
Foothill Church is at 14600 State Highway 49 in Grass Valley.
For additional info go to www.foothillchurch.org,click on INEED and go to Hope Bearers or call Edda at (530) 432-2862.
Sierra Center for Spiritual Living
Come celebrate with us and the Rev. Lani Howard. Her talk is titled “Patience in the Process.” Enjoy the live music of Jeff Wright and Rick Kirkpatrick 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 our home page at www.sierracenter.org or call our office at (530) 274-1018.
