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Peace Lutheran Church
Join us at either 8 or 10:45 a.m. on Jan. 22 for our traditional service, or at 9:30 a.m. for our contemporary worship service. Pastor Richard O. Johnson will preside at 8 and 10:45 a.m. and Brent Hoy-Bianchi at 9:30 a.m. Our locally acclaimed choir will sing at the 10:45 a.m. service. We're located at 828 W. Main St. in Grass Valley.
For information, call (530) 273-9631.
Grass Valley Seventh-day Adventist Church
This month, Pastor Steve Gallimore will present the following sermons: Jan. 21, Part 1: “What Does The Bible Really Say About Creation: Is it Science vs. God?” and Jan. 28, Part 2: “What Does The Bible Really Say About Creation: Is it Science vs. God?” 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.
For information, call (530) 477-5017 or visit: http://www.GVAdventist.com.
First Baptist Church of Nevada City
10:30 a.m. Sunday morning Pastor Ralph will be speaking on the topic “Why Does the Cross Offend People So Much?” We gather at the church for a potluck dinner at 6 p.m. Wednesdays, followed by singing and a Bible study from 7 to 8 p.m. Visitors don't need to bring anything, just come! 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.
For information, call 265-4711 or visit www.fbcNevadaCity.org.
Twin Cities Church
Join us as we begin our new series, “Rhythms: Everyday Practices.” The message this week is, “PRAY.”
Twin Cities Church meets Sundays at 8, 9:35, and 11:15 a.m. at 11726 Rough & Ready Highway. Children meet during every Sunday morning service. High school students meet at 9:35 a.m. and junior high school 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 Sundays.
For information, call (530) 273-6425 or visit the website at www.TwinCitiesChurch.com.
Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains
Join us for “Conscience” with the Rev. Dave Sammons. One of the truly great American prophets was Ralph Waldo Emerson, but Emerson is also one of the most misunderstood prophets. This born, bred (and ordained) Unitarian is most often thought of as the sage of individualism. He was that. Emerson called on people to pay attention to their consciences. But what is this voice inside that these Unitarians from our past believed should guide us? This Sunday, Dave Sammons, former Visiting Professor of UU Heritage and Ministry at Starr King will explore this.
Service, childcare and religious education at 11 a.m. at 246 Church St., Grass Valley.
For information, call (530) 274-165 or visit www.UUGrassValley.org.
Mountain Stream Meditation Center
Our Buddhist Insight Meditation group meets 7:30 to 9 p.m. Mondays at Wild Mountain Yoga Center, 574 Searls Ave., Nevada City. On Jan. 23, Community Dharma Leader Mary Helen Fein will lead a period of silent meditation followed by a talk. Mountain Stream can also be found on Facebook.
For information, call (530) 272-6425 or visit www.MTStream.org.
Unity in the Gold Country
Join us at 10:30 a.m. Sunday when Rev. Jerry Farrell shares his talk, “A New Year, A New Heart.” Music by Kalyani. The Way of Mastery group meets at 7 p.m. Mondays. Ho'oponopono meditation meets at 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays, and Men's and Women's Groups meets at 10 a.m. Tuesdays. ACIM meets at 7 p.m. Thursdays. We are located at 180 Cambridge Ct., Grass Valley, opposite Peaceful Valley Farm Supply.
For information, call (530) 274-2463.
Holy Wisdom Nevada City
The Orthodox Church is the original Christian Church, the Church founded by the Lord Jesus Christ and described in the pages of the New Testament. Her history can be traced in unbroken continuity all the way back to Christ and His Twelve Apostles. Divine Liturgy at 9:30 a.m. Sundays and Vespers at 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays.
For information, call (530) 265-4714 or visit www.HolyWisdomNevadaCity.org.
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 at 10 a.m. Sundays for a 15-minute Silent Meditation followed by the service at 10:30 a.m. On Sunday, Jan. 22, our spiritual leader, Rev. Maggie Buck's talk title is “Spirit-Soul-Body.” We are located at 2945 First St. in the DeWitt Center, Auburn.
For information, call (530) 823-6986 or visit www.FCSLiving.org.
Bethel Church of Nevada County
Join us at Bethel Church at 10 a.m. Sunday as we celebrate Sanctity of Life Sunday. Following a vibrant worship service, Cathy Seapy, Executive Director of Livingwell Medical Clinic will be bringing the message. 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.
Sierra Presbyterian Church
Join us this Sunday as Missionary Christ Jackson delivers the message on “Let the Children Enter In” from Mark 10:13-16. Our Traditional Worship Service is at 9 a.m. and our contemporary service at 10:30 a.m. Children's programs, healing prayer and adult Sunday school is also at 9 and 10:30 a.m., and junior and senior high groups meet at 10:30 a.m. in Hatcher. Listen to past sermons, and read our monthly newsletter and past bulletins at www.SierraPres.com. We are located at 175 Ridge Road, Nevada City.
For information, call (530) 265-3291.
New Covenant Baptist Church
Come and join us this Sunday as we experience a ‘Celebration of Praise.' We offer Bible studies for all ages at 9:15 a.m. and a joyful worship time at 10:45 a.m. (children's church and childcare provided). There is no better time than this week to get in the habit of going to church. Come and get involved with us. We meet at 12582 Squirrel Creek.
For information, call (530) 274-8516 or visit www.NewCovenantBaptistChurch.org.
Nevada City United Methodist Church
This Sunday is the third Sunday after the Epiphany so join us as Pastor Charles Smith delivers the message at both the 9 a.m. Traditional and 10:30 a.m. Contemporary worship services. Youth Group will join the 10:30 a.m. service after their breakfast and study group at 10 a.m. Christian Education 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 at 6:30 p.m. Friday or at 7:30 a.m. Sunday or on our website at NevadaCityMethodist.com.
Grass Valley United Methodist Church
Please join us for either our Contemporary Service at 8:45 a.m. or our Traditional Service at 10:30 a.m. This week's message on Jan. 22 titled “The B Team,” will be presented by our intern, Faith McCloud. Coffee hour between services and at end of second service. Sunday school for all ages at 8:45 a.m. with chimes and drama at 9:45 a.m. Child care for all ages 8:30 a.m. to noon. Weekly bible studies: 9 a.m. Sundays, 1:30 p.m. Mondays and 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays. All are held at the church. Note: On Sunday, Jan. 29, there will be one service only at 10 a.m.
For information, call (530) 272-1946.
First Baptist Church of Grass Valley
Pastor Mark will be in part four of his “New Year: New Start” series titled, “Radical for Life.” Traditional service at 9 a.m. features a mix of praise songs and hymns in traditional setting. Sunday School for adults, youth, children and preschoolers is provided. Contemporary service at 11 a.m. features upbeat praise music. Join us for dinner from 4:45 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays in the Upper Fellowship Hall. Prayer, Bible studies, children's activities and youth group follow.
For information, call (530) 273-7301 or visit www.FirstBaptistGV.com.
Sierra Center for Spiritual Living
Come celebrate with us and the Rev. Lani Howard. Her talk is titled “Something Is Moving.” Enjoy the live music of Gracie MacKenzie 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 information, call (530) 274-1018 or visit www.SierraCenter.org.
Zen-flavored teachings and silent retreat offered
“Discover Your True Self” is the theme of the Friday, Jan. 27 and Saturday, Jan. 28 events at Grass Valley's Unity of the Gold Country. Mukti, a teacher of the lineage of her husband Adyashanti, will offer a 7 p.m. meeting on Friday and a separate all-day silent retreat from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. Mukti joined her husband in co-founding Open Gate Sangha in the California Bay Area in 1996 to cultivate the awakening of consciousness in those who yearn for truth, peace and freedom. She has been greatly influenced by her background in Christianity, Vedanta, Zen Buddhism and Chinese medicine, and draws from those roots to point audiences back to the natural state of wholeness or undivided consciousness. Friday costs $15 and Saturday costs $85 (or $75 for early registration). Registration is available until 2 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 27 at the BriarPatch Co-op in Grass Valley.
For information, call (530) 265-2084 or visit www.MuktiSource.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. 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.
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
Join Rev. Dr. Nanci Shanderá for the Women's Mysteries Study Group, which meets from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Transformational counseling for women.
For information, e-mail drnanci@earthspiritcenter.com or visit www.EarthSpiritCenter.com.
Grass Valley AM AGLOW
Our local chapter of Aglow International, meets from 9:45 a.m. to noon on the second Tuesday of every month at 336 Crown Point Circle, 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.
Baby-sitting off site is available by making reservations in advance with Jamie Bartsch at (530) 272-6056.
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 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays. There is no fee, no reservation is necessary.
For information, call Sierra Ministries International (530) 478-1478.
Pray Nevada County
We are seeking God on behalf of our communities. Open to all for Christian prayer, Pray Nevada County meets from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesdays 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 eight to 12 congregations have met each week to pray for our communities. During the month of January, we will meet at Grace Lutheran Church, 1979 Ridge Road in Grass Valley (adjacent to Nevada Union High School on the west).
For information, call the scheduling secretary at (530) 432-0458 or Sierra Ministries International at (530) 478-1478.
Join us at either 8 or 10:45 a.m. on Jan. 22 for our traditional service, or at 9:30 a.m. for our contemporary worship service. Pastor Richard O. Johnson will preside at 8 and 10:45 a.m. and Brent Hoy-Bianchi at 9:30 a.m. Our locally acclaimed choir will sing at the 10:45 a.m. service. We're located at 828 W. Main St. in Grass Valley.
For information, call (530) 273-9631.
Grass Valley Seventh-day Adventist Church
This month, Pastor Steve Gallimore will present the following sermons: Jan. 21, Part 1: “What Does The Bible Really Say About Creation: Is it Science vs. God?” and Jan. 28, Part 2: “What Does The Bible Really Say About Creation: Is it Science vs. God?” 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.
For information, call (530) 477-5017 or visit: http://www.GVAdventist.com.
First Baptist Church of Nevada City
10:30 a.m. Sunday morning Pastor Ralph will be speaking on the topic “Why Does the Cross Offend People So Much?” We gather at the church for a potluck dinner at 6 p.m. Wednesdays, followed by singing and a Bible study from 7 to 8 p.m. Visitors don't need to bring anything, just come! 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.
For information, call 265-4711 or visit www.fbcNevadaCity.org.
Twin Cities Church
Join us as we begin our new series, “Rhythms: Everyday Practices.” The message this week is, “PRAY.”
Twin Cities Church meets Sundays at 8, 9:35, and 11:15 a.m. at 11726 Rough & Ready Highway. Children meet during every Sunday morning service. High school students meet at 9:35 a.m. and junior high school 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 Sundays.
For information, call (530) 273-6425 or visit the website at www.TwinCitiesChurch.com.
Unitarian Universalist Community of the Mountains
Join us for “Conscience” with the Rev. Dave Sammons. One of the truly great American prophets was Ralph Waldo Emerson, but Emerson is also one of the most misunderstood prophets. This born, bred (and ordained) Unitarian is most often thought of as the sage of individualism. He was that. Emerson called on people to pay attention to their consciences. But what is this voice inside that these Unitarians from our past believed should guide us? This Sunday, Dave Sammons, former Visiting Professor of UU Heritage and Ministry at Starr King will explore this.
Service, childcare and religious education at 11 a.m. at 246 Church St., Grass Valley.
For information, call (530) 274-165 or visit www.UUGrassValley.org.
Mountain Stream Meditation Center
Our Buddhist Insight Meditation group meets 7:30 to 9 p.m. Mondays at Wild Mountain Yoga Center, 574 Searls Ave., Nevada City. On Jan. 23, Community Dharma Leader Mary Helen Fein will lead a period of silent meditation followed by a talk. Mountain Stream can also be found on Facebook.
For information, call (530) 272-6425 or visit www.MTStream.org.
Unity in the Gold Country
Join us at 10:30 a.m. Sunday when Rev. Jerry Farrell shares his talk, “A New Year, A New Heart.” Music by Kalyani. The Way of Mastery group meets at 7 p.m. Mondays. Ho'oponopono meditation meets at 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays, and Men's and Women's Groups meets at 10 a.m. Tuesdays. ACIM meets at 7 p.m. Thursdays. We are located at 180 Cambridge Ct., Grass Valley, opposite Peaceful Valley Farm Supply.
For information, call (530) 274-2463.
Holy Wisdom Nevada City
The Orthodox Church is the original Christian Church, the Church founded by the Lord Jesus Christ and described in the pages of the New Testament. Her history can be traced in unbroken continuity all the way back to Christ and His Twelve Apostles. Divine Liturgy at 9:30 a.m. Sundays and Vespers at 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays.
For information, call (530) 265-4714 or visit www.HolyWisdomNevadaCity.org.
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 at 10 a.m. Sundays for a 15-minute Silent Meditation followed by the service at 10:30 a.m. On Sunday, Jan. 22, our spiritual leader, Rev. Maggie Buck's talk title is “Spirit-Soul-Body.” We are located at 2945 First St. in the DeWitt Center, Auburn.
For information, call (530) 823-6986 or visit www.FCSLiving.org.
Bethel Church of Nevada County
Join us at Bethel Church at 10 a.m. Sunday as we celebrate Sanctity of Life Sunday. Following a vibrant worship service, Cathy Seapy, Executive Director of Livingwell Medical Clinic will be bringing the message. 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.
Sierra Presbyterian Church
Join us this Sunday as Missionary Christ Jackson delivers the message on “Let the Children Enter In” from Mark 10:13-16. Our Traditional Worship Service is at 9 a.m. and our contemporary service at 10:30 a.m. Children's programs, healing prayer and adult Sunday school is also at 9 and 10:30 a.m., and junior and senior high groups meet at 10:30 a.m. in Hatcher. Listen to past sermons, and read our monthly newsletter and past bulletins at www.SierraPres.com. We are located at 175 Ridge Road, Nevada City.
For information, call (530) 265-3291.
New Covenant Baptist Church
Come and join us this Sunday as we experience a ‘Celebration of Praise.' We offer Bible studies for all ages at 9:15 a.m. and a joyful worship time at 10:45 a.m. (children's church and childcare provided). There is no better time than this week to get in the habit of going to church. Come and get involved with us. We meet at 12582 Squirrel Creek.
For information, call (530) 274-8516 or visit www.NewCovenantBaptistChurch.org.
Nevada City United Methodist Church
This Sunday is the third Sunday after the Epiphany so join us as Pastor Charles Smith delivers the message at both the 9 a.m. Traditional and 10:30 a.m. Contemporary worship services. Youth Group will join the 10:30 a.m. service after their breakfast and study group at 10 a.m. Christian Education 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 at 6:30 p.m. Friday or at 7:30 a.m. Sunday or on our website at NevadaCityMethodist.com.
Grass Valley United Methodist Church
Please join us for either our Contemporary Service at 8:45 a.m. or our Traditional Service at 10:30 a.m. This week's message on Jan. 22 titled “The B Team,” will be presented by our intern, Faith McCloud. Coffee hour between services and at end of second service. Sunday school for all ages at 8:45 a.m. with chimes and drama at 9:45 a.m. Child care for all ages 8:30 a.m. to noon. Weekly bible studies: 9 a.m. Sundays, 1:30 p.m. Mondays and 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays. All are held at the church. Note: On Sunday, Jan. 29, there will be one service only at 10 a.m.
For information, call (530) 272-1946.
First Baptist Church of Grass Valley
Pastor Mark will be in part four of his “New Year: New Start” series titled, “Radical for Life.” Traditional service at 9 a.m. features a mix of praise songs and hymns in traditional setting. Sunday School for adults, youth, children and preschoolers is provided. Contemporary service at 11 a.m. features upbeat praise music. Join us for dinner from 4:45 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays in the Upper Fellowship Hall. Prayer, Bible studies, children's activities and youth group follow.
For information, call (530) 273-7301 or visit www.FirstBaptistGV.com.
Sierra Center for Spiritual Living
Come celebrate with us and the Rev. Lani Howard. Her talk is titled “Something Is Moving.” Enjoy the live music of Gracie MacKenzie 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 information, call (530) 274-1018 or visit www.SierraCenter.org.
Zen-flavored teachings and silent retreat offered
“Discover Your True Self” is the theme of the Friday, Jan. 27 and Saturday, Jan. 28 events at Grass Valley's Unity of the Gold Country. Mukti, a teacher of the lineage of her husband Adyashanti, will offer a 7 p.m. meeting on Friday and a separate all-day silent retreat from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday. Mukti joined her husband in co-founding Open Gate Sangha in the California Bay Area in 1996 to cultivate the awakening of consciousness in those who yearn for truth, peace and freedom. She has been greatly influenced by her background in Christianity, Vedanta, Zen Buddhism and Chinese medicine, and draws from those roots to point audiences back to the natural state of wholeness or undivided consciousness. Friday costs $15 and Saturday costs $85 (or $75 for early registration). Registration is available until 2 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 27 at the BriarPatch Co-op in Grass Valley.
For information, call (530) 265-2084 or visit www.MuktiSource.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. 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.
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
Join Rev. Dr. Nanci Shanderá for the Women's Mysteries Study Group, which meets from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Transformational counseling for women.
For information, e-mail drnanci@earthspiritcenter.com or visit www.EarthSpiritCenter.com.
Grass Valley AM AGLOW
Our local chapter of Aglow International, meets from 9:45 a.m. to noon on the second Tuesday of every month at 336 Crown Point Circle, 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.
Baby-sitting off site is available by making reservations in advance with Jamie Bartsch at (530) 272-6056.
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 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays. There is no fee, no reservation is necessary.
For information, call Sierra Ministries International (530) 478-1478.
Pray Nevada County
We are seeking God on behalf of our communities. Open to all for Christian prayer, Pray Nevada County meets from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesdays 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 eight to 12 congregations have met each week to pray for our communities. During the month of January, we will meet at Grace Lutheran Church, 1979 Ridge Road in Grass Valley (adjacent to Nevada Union High School on the west).
For information, call the scheduling secretary at (530) 432-0458 or Sierra Ministries International at (530) 478-1478.
