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David’s Chapel Summer Craft Fair & Market, Saturday, July 20: Yes, it will be HOT...but...it's for a WONDERFUL cause... as we raise money to be donated to Rise Against Hunger on Saturday, July 20 from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. Come enjoy fellowship, food, and vendors. Free Admission and Free Parking! The church will sell hot dogs, burgers, and mouth-watering baked goods in the Fellowship Hall. The church is located at 784 David’s Chapel Church Rd., Lawndale, NC 28090.

Register For Breakfast With Bishop W.C. Martin, #IsThereOne, Saturday, July 20: Join the fight to end the foster care crisis! There are over 700 churches in Gaston County and over 400 children in DHHS-Social Services’ custody. With your partnership we will have everything we need to end this crisis! Join the #IsThereOne movement to see how you can become an advocate for the most vulnerable children and families. Gaston County DHHS-Social Services and the Guardian ad Litem’s Office cordially invites you to join us for breakfast and conversations with Bishop W.C. Martin of Bennett Chapel Missionary Baptist Church to learn how his congregation ended the foster care crisis in Possum Trot, Texas. The event on Saturday, July 20 at 9 a.m. at Legacy Event Center, 207 S. Chestnut St. in Gastonia is free to the public but registration is required. To register, visit the End the Foster Care Crisis page on Eventbrite or call 704-862-7987 to register by phone. If you have any questions, contact Konecka Drakeford.

McKendree Methodist Sunday Luncheon, July 21: McKendree Methodist Church, 3537 Maiden Highway, Lincolnton, NC 28092 announces its monthly "3rd Sunday Luncheon" on July 21 from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. Menu is Chicken and Dumplings, Country Fried Steak, served with bread, drinks, and desserts. A requested donation of $8 per plate supports multiple ministries.  Both dine-in and takeout available.

Bethel Baptist Gospel Music Jam, Friday, July 26: Join us at Bethel Baptist Church, 200 Bethel Church Rd., Lincolnton, NC 28092 for our monthly Gospel Music Jam on the fourth Friday of each month at 6 p.m. Come play, sing, fellowship, and eat a meal with us. We would love to have you! Bethel Baptist Church service times: Sunday School 9 a.m.; Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday Night Service 5:30 p.m.; Wednesday Night Bible Study 6 p.m.; Pack 72, Troop 72B and 72G meetings are held at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays.

Bethel Baptist Community Breakfast, Saturday, August 3: Join us at Bethel Baptist Church, 200 Bethel Church Rd., Lincolnton, NC 28092 for our Community Breakfast (1st Saturday of every month 7 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.). We will be serving all of your country favorites, along with something sweet and a breakfast casserole! Donations only. Bethel Baptist Church service times: Sunday School 9 a.m.; Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday Night Service 5:30 p.m.; Wednesday Night Bible Study 6 p.m.; Pack 72, Troop 72B and 72G meetings are held at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays.

Rhyne Heights Methodist VBS, Saturday, August 3: Please join us for a fun filled “On The Case” Vacation Bible School at Rhyne Heights Methodist Church on Saturday, August 3 from 9 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. Drop-Off with Check-In and Breakfast will be from 9-9:30 a.m.; Lunch served from 12-1 p.m. and Pick-Up will be at 2:30 p.m. We will have an inflatable water slide at the end of VBS. Parents are welcome to stay, but for those who left please come back early at 1:30 p.m. to watch all the fun!  Kids should bring with them a bottle of water, a Bible, secure shoes (avoid sandals and slippers), hats and sunblock lotion (for outdoor play), and a change of clothes. WHAT NOT TO BRING: food (unless for health reasons), water toys, skateboards (or anything that has wheels), cell phones, handheld gaming devices (and other electronics), or anything that resembles a weapon. The church is located at 520 Madison St., Lincolnton, NC 28092. For more information call Harlie Wilson at 704-530-7836 or email harlierwilson@gmail.com

Love Denver, Saturday, August 3: Join us for a day of community, care, prayer and compassion at this completely free back-to-school event sponsored by local churches on Saturday, August 3 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at East Lincoln High School, 6471 NC-73, Denver, NC 28037. Free backpacks filled with school supplies, free kids’ haircuts, free lunch, sports physicals, medical screenings, prayer and faith resources, fun and games, and so much more. For more information on participating or servicing, please contact Gabriel Ives at Info@LoveDenver.net or visit https://www.lovedenver.net.

Anthony Grove Baptist VBS, Sunday, August 4: Join us for “The Great Jungle Journey – An Epic Cruise From Genesis to Revelation” Vacation Bible School on Sunday, August 4 from 6 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. The church is located at 100 Anthony Grove Rd., Cherryville, NC 28021.

Boger City UMM Meeting, Thursday, August 8: The Boger City United Methodist Men meet the second Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Brookwood Café, 220 Providence Mill Rd., Maiden, NC. There will be a Dutch treat meal and fellowship.

Crouse UMC Free Community Breakfast, Saturday, August 10: Join us for a FREE Home Cooked Breakfast with Friends and Neighbors on Saturday, August 10 from 8 a.m. until 10 a.m. Breakfast menu varies each month. For more details contact Pastor Troy at 828-455-5396 or email to thoward2@wnccumc.net. The church is located at 3311 Crouse School Road, Crouse, NC 28033. (Matthew 25:35)

McKendree Methodist Breakfast, Saturday, August 10: A Full Country Breakfast with breakfast meats, eggs, grits, hashbrowns, juice, homemade biscuits and coffee will be held on Saturday, August 10 from 7 to 10 a.m. at McKendree Methodist Church, 3537 Maiden Hwy., Lincolnton, NC 28092. Requested donation of $7 per person with both dine-in and take-out available.

Bethel Baptist Gospel Music Jam, Friday, August 23: Join us at Bethel Baptist Church, 200 Bethel Church Rd., Lincolnton, NC 28092 for our monthly Gospel Music Jam on the fourth Friday of each month at 6 p.m. Come play, sing, fellowship, and eat a meal with us. We would love to have you! Bethel Baptist Church service times: Sunday School 9 a.m.; Sunday Worship 10 a.m.; Sunday Night Service 5:30 p.m.; Wednesday Night Bible Study 6 p.m.; Pack 72, Troop 72B and 72G meetings are held at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays.