Religion notebook

This week

RLM Men’s Breakfast – Today from 8-10 a.m. at Real Life Ministries RLM2 auditorium, 1866 Cecil Road. Come for fellowship and great eats. 777-7325.

The Snowflake Faire – Today, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 501 Wallace Ave. Includes crafts, gifts, baked goods, jellies, candies, collectibles and other treasures. Hot soup and homemade pie served at Maggie’s Cafe at 11 a.m. Free admission. 664-5533.

Free Six-Day Health Workshop Series – “Why is This Happening To Me … Again!” wellness classes presented by Dr. Michael Ryce. Sessions are Sunday, 2-5:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, 7-9:30 p.m. and next Saturday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. at Unity Church of North Idaho, 4465 N. 15th St., Coeur d’Alene. 664-1125.

Senior Social Christmas Potluck – Tuesday, noon at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave. Offering food, fellowship and holiday music. 765-8800.

Ceremony of Remembrance at LCC – RSVP by Wednesday to Stephanie at 676-0632 or register online at www.lakecitycc.org. Next Saturday, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. a Lake City Community Church, 6000 N. Ramsey Road. The ceremony will honor those who are no longer with us by calling their name and participants can place a provided ornament on the tree in their honor, and reflect on their lives. Complimentary brunch provided.

Friday Night Family Film Fest – Free showing of The Ultimate Gift (PG), Friday at 7 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall at Community Presbyterian Church, 417 N. William St., Post Falls. 773-2527.

Blue Christmas Gathering – Special quiet time in the midst of a busy season, Friday, 7 p.m. at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W Hanley. Light candles, walk the labyrinth, pray and sing the quietness of community. 765-8800.

Christmas Trees for a Cause – 3-7 p.m. weekdays and noon-8 p.m. weekends at Prairie Avenue Christian Center, 3639 W. Prairie Ave., in Hayden. Christmas tree lot with sales to benefit Freedom House Women’s Recovery Home which is a four-month, faith-based recovery program. Hot chocolate available by the fire. Sales continue through Dec. 21. 704-1110.

“Winter Solstice: Lessons learned in the time of darkness” – program by Janice Willard on Sunday, 10:30 a.m. at Harding Family Center, 411 N. 15th St. Willard lives in the Palouse area and is a veterinarian and writer. Presented by North Idaho Unitarian Universalist Church. 765-1716.

Weekly events

Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen – A free lunch program to be served from 1-2 p.m. on the first and third Sunday of every month at Lutheran Church of the Master, 4800 N. Ramsey Road. Sponsored by the church’s Outreach Ministry. Contact Mitch at 660-4309 or mitch@agencysoftware.com.

The Ecumenical Food Kitchen – Thursdays, 11:30-12:30 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 521 Lakeside Ave. Each week free lunch is served by a different area church. 667-8446.

Venture Crew Youth Group – For ages 14-20, Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave. High adventure preparation and activities. 765-8800.

A Course in Miracles Study Group – Meets Wednesdays, 7 p.m. at Unity Church of North Idaho, 4465 N. 15th St. 664-1125.

Falls Christian Assembly – Sunday School for all ages, 9:45 a.m. Sunday morning worship service at 10:45 a.m., Sunday evening worship at 6 p.m. Wednesday adult Bible study, Ignite Youth Group and Kids Action Club, all meet at 7 p.m. at the church at 1687 E. Horsehaven Ave. 773-4722.

Post Falls Church of the Nazarene - Sunday worship, 10 a.m. Wednesday family night, 7 p.m. opportunities for all ages, at the church, 308 W. 12th Ave., Post Falls. 773-4621.

Lutheran Church of the Master Worship – Sundays, 8:30 a.m. contemporary worship in the Gathering Place, 11 a.m. traditional worship in the Sanctuary, Sunday school for all ages, 9:45 a.m., 4800 Ramsey Road. 765-1002.

Calvary Lutheran Church (ELCA) – Sunday worship with Holy Communion, 9 a.m. Sunday school and adult forum, 10:20 a.m,. nursery care provided. Preschool Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 9-11:30 a.m. for ages 3-5. Weekly activities include small groups, Bible studies, quilting, scrapbooking, confirmation, and youth group at 1011 N. Compton St., Post Falls. 773-5321.

Sunday Morning Study at CUMC – Adult Bible study, 9:45 a.m.; ongoing Hand in Hand class focusing on scripture and current life issues; Wednesday Morning Ladies Bible Study at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave. For information, call 765-8800.

Catholic Young Adult Group - for ages 18 and older, meets first, second and third Tuesdays for Bible study and prayer, 7-8 p.m. at St. George’s Catholic Church, 2010 N. Lucas St., Post Falls; for more information, call Jennifer at 704-6550.

Brown Bag Lunch Group – Wednesdays, noon at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave.; Newcomers are welcome. 765-8800.

Divorce Recovery Group – Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m. at Unity Center, 4465 N. 15th St., Coeur d’Alene; offering emotional support and peace of mind for anyone experiencing divorce; facilitated by Unity Rev. John Considine; 664-1125.

Coeur d’Alene Dharma Friends - meets Thursdays at 5 p.m. at Life Center Therapies for Well Being, 1319 N. Government Way; includes meditation and study in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition; for information, call 665-5862.

LCC Gateway Community Dinner – each Sunday, 4:30-6 p.m. at Harding Family Center, 411 N. 15th St.; volunteers are welcome; sponsored by Lake City Community Church, 6000 N. Ramsey Road; 767-0632 or contact judyp@lakecitycc.org.

Act Right! Songbird Youth Drama Club – meets Mondays, 4-6 p.m. for Christian youth ages 7-18 at Songbird Performing Arts Center, 315 N. Fourth Ave.; classes $40/month; for details and meeting information, call Chris LeBlanc at (509) 475-3175.

Upcoming

Christmas Cookie Walk – next Saturday, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Prairie Avenue Christian Center, 3639 W. Prairie Ave., in Hayden. Free samples, coffee and hot chocolate available. Proceeds benefit Freedom House Women’s Recovery Home, a four-month, faith-based recovery program. 704-1110.

LCM Living Nativity Scene – Dec. 19-20 from 6-8 p.m. at Lutheran Church of the Master, 4800 N. Ramsey Road. Includes kids program Dec. 19 from 6-7 p.m. 765-1002.

LCM Christmas Cantata – Dec. 21 during the 8:30 and 11 a.m. worship services at Lutheran Church of the Master, 4800 N. Ramsey Road. Christmas Eve services will be Dec. 24 with a family service at 5 p.m. and Candlelight Worship at 9 at the church. 765-1002.

Festival of Carols Christmas Cantata – Dec. 21 at the 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. services, mixed adult choir, at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W Hanley, 765-8800.