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Area Church News September 12th Edition
“Upward Soccer” New Hope Baptist Church, Earl
        New Hope Baptist Church, 2611 Blacksburg Road, Earl, NC will be having games for “Upward Soccer” beginning September 14. Awards Celebration: November 2. If you would like to help carry the gospel to hundreds of people each week, contact: Jason Chandler, 704-299-0446 or Sherri Jackson, 704-477-2419. Church, 704-487-6726. www.newhopeearl.com.
“Come To Me”  Women’s Retreat
   “Come To Me”, a powerful prayer retreat for Christian women is being held on Oct 4-6, 2013 at The Cove/Billy Graham Training Center, Asheville. Join Fern Nichols, International author/speaker and founder of Moms In Prayer International, for an inspirational time of prayer, worship, reflection and teaching. In light of Jesus’ invitation in Matthew 11:28, Fern invites women to “step away from the ordinary for a time of rest, encouragement and refreshment. Come together to fan the flame of prayer that is so desperately needed for our children and schools.” Women from throughout the Appalachia and Southeast regions have filled the rooms and yet there is still room in the dining room, auditorium and workshops for YOU!! Final registration deadline is September 14. Registration for the full Conference is $160, which  includes 5 meals, all the sessions, workshops, and materials. Those who register will need to make reservations at one of the hotels nearby, where rooms have been secured. For more information, visit www.MomsInPrayer.org. Click on: Events-Appalachia/Southeast. Download a brochure or register online. For questions, contact: FranComeToMeCove@gmail.com or 239-691-5158.
South Mountain Family Camp, Casar
        South Mountain Family Camp, 142 Mace Road, just outside Casar, NC off Highway 10, invites you to an Old-Fashioned Camp Meeting, September 13-15. Under the big pavilion overlooking beautiful South Mountain you’ll be inspired by Evangelist Dr. Ray Barnwell, enjoy gospel and bluegrass music, and feast on hot dogs, hamburgers, funnel cakes, ice cream and more! The fun begins on Friday, September 13 at 7:00pm; Saturday, September 14 with a Cabin Dedication at 4:30pm and service at 6:00pm; and concludes Sunday, September 15 with the final service at 5:00pm. You can find them on Facebook at southmountainfamilycamp, call 704-840-5160, or  email: esthermullinax@gmail.com.
Long Branch Road Baptist Church, Forest City
        Long Branch Road Baptist Church, 621 Long Branch Road, Forest City, NC (Shiloh Community) will be having a Fish Fry/Chicken Strips Dinner, Saturday, September 14, 5:00pm - 7:00pm. Dinner Includes: Fish or Chicken Strips,  Hush Puppies, Slaw, Fries, Drink & Dessert. Cost Per Person - $8.00. Children 4 - 12 - $4.00. Children 3 & under - Free. Take Out Available. Rev. Jerry G, Ruppe, Pastor. For information call 828-429-4479 or 828-287-1408.
Casar Tabernacle Baptist Church
        Casar Tabernacle Baptist Church, 151 Corinth Ch. Circle Drive., Casar, will be having a Blue Grass Gospel Singing, September 14. Everyone welcome. For more information call Rev. Tessneer, 704-538-8679.
The Harriett Memorial Free Will Baptist Church of Caroleen
        The Harriett Memorial Free Will Baptist Church of Caroleen will have a Fish Fry Saturday, September 14, 3:00pm - until. The meal will consist of flounder filet or catfish filet with French fries, slaw, hushpuppies, and drink all for a donation of $8 or more. This is a fundraising event for our grounds committee to help with on-going church projects. Take out plates are available call 828-657-9446 to place an order. The church is located at 1938 Hwy. 221-A in the Caroleen community (one mile south of Harrelson Funeral Home and Hardin Drugs). Call Pastor Robert Harris @ 828-657-9446 for more information.
        The Harriett Memorial Free Will Baptist Church of Caroleen will be having Revival beginning on Monday, September 30 thru Friday October 4, 7:00 each night. On Monday/Tuesday Rev. Chris Rumfelt of Hayesville, N.C. will be preaching. On Wednesday - Friday Rev. Nathan Jennings of Elizabethton, TN will be preaching. Special Singing each night and the Congregation and Pastor Robert Harris invite everyone to come for a time of refreshing from the Lord. Call 828-657-9446 for more information.
Duncan’s Creek Presbyterian Church, Ellenboro
        Duncan’s Creek Presbyterian Church, 1658 Duncan’s Creek Rd., Ellenboro, NC, is having a “Country Ham Supper”, Saturday, September 14, 4:30-7:00pm. Special Music: “Strings of Joy”. For information, call Elaine Campbell, 828-245-8808 or Brenda Mode, 828-245-6702.
Rock Springs Baptist Church, Blacksburg
        Rocks Springs Baptist Church, 11484 Rocks Springs Rd., Blacksburg, SC, will be holding the 7th Anniversary  Gospel Sing with “The Rogers, Leabron & Betty Jo”, Saturday, September 14, 7:00pm. After 38 years of singing, this will be their final one as they are retiring from traveling. Special Guests will be: The Blairs from Nebo, NC. Refreshments will be served following the service. Directions from Shelby: Take Hwy 18 S, about 1/2 mile inside the SC State Line and just before Hwy 5 intersects with Hwy 18 at the barriers, turn left on Bridges Road. The church is approximately 2 miles. For more information, call 864-839-6792 or 704-472-6083. Everyone invited.
New Bethel Church of Shelby
        New Bethel Church of Shelby, 706 Hamrick St. will be celebrating their 91st Homecoming September 15. The Carolina Quartet with Scott Whitner will be with us providing music. Starts at 10:00am and will be followed with an old fashion lunch on the grounds. Bring a friend and your favorite covered dish and enjoy a great time of fellowship.
Heaven Bound Baptist, Ellenboro
        Heaven Bound Baptist Church, 285 Friendship Dr., Ellenboro, NC, would like to invite you to come out and join them every Sunday. September 15, they will be having “Homecoming of 16 years”. Guest speaker will be Phil Raines from Spartanburg, SC. After service will be a good old fashion home cooked meal along with a singing at 2:00 with “Living By Faith”.
Hoyle Memorial United Methodist Church, Shelby
        Hoyle Memorial United Methodist Church, 1741 Fallston Rd., Shelby, will be celebrating their 69th Homecoming, Sunday, September, 15, beginning at 11:00am. Speaker is Bishop Larry Goodpaster (he is a resident Bishop in Western NC). Come and bring a full picnic basket to share with others. Church, 704-487-9522.

Friendly Chapel Baptist Church, Lawndale
        Friendly Chapel Baptist Church, 735 Sugar Hill Rd., 2.5 miles east of Fallston, will have their Third Sunday Night Singing on Sunday, September 15, 6:30pm. Visiting singers will be “Handful of Purpose”  from Casar and “Amazing Grace”. Everyone Welcome!
Christ Covenant Ministries, Shelby
        Ladies, would you devote two hours per month to see change come to your loved ones and this area? Women (Prayer) Warriors of Cleveland County will be starting their third year of intercession for our county and country at 6:00pm, Monday, September 16 at   Dinner will be provided. We meet each month, September - May, alternating between corporate meetings and small home groups.  We need you! Call Joan Bridges, 704-472-8956 for more info.
Kingstown Annual Gospel Music Fest
        Kingston Community of Concerned Citizens are sponsoring The Kingstown Annual Gospel Music Fest, Saturday, September 21, 11:00am - 7:00pm., at Kingstown Central Park, Kingston Road. All choirs, groups, soloists, musicians and ministers are invited to particpate. Contact: Mattie Odessa Briscoe-Stroud, 704-692-1486, 704-600-6273.
Elizabeth Baptist Church, Shelby
        Elizabeth Baptist Church, 301 N Post Rd, Shelby, NC, will have their “3rd Annual Purse Extravaganza”, Saturday, September 21, 8:00-11:00am, at Christian Life Center. Sponsored by: The G.E.M.S. Admission is just one gently used clothing item. Proceeds go to support local missions. Donated clothing items will go to the Clothing Closet of EBC. Also accepting gently used purses and bags, along with accessories-necklaces, scarves, bracelets, rings (no earrings). Donations can be put in The G.E.M.S.’ collection box located at the Donation Station in the hallway.
Living Light Baptist Church, Shelby
        Living Light Baptist Church, will be having “Community Family Fun Day” on their property at 146 Lakeview Drive, Shelby, NC, September 21, 11:00am - 4:00pm. Event day: BBQ plates and sandwiches for sale, free bottled water, homemade crafts for sale, free face painting, free games for kids, teens and adults, live music all day (gospel, bluegrass, etc.). Everyone invited. The Ladies Missionary Fellowship is sponsoring this event to raise funds to pour a concrete floor in their picnic shelter. Boston Butts, $35 (includes slaw and sauce), place orders in advance! Pickup between 8:00-11:00am. To place orders or for more information please call church office, 704-484-3802 (leave message).
Lawndale Baptist Church
        Lawndale Baptist Church will be having a BBQ Fundraiser, Saturday, September 21, 4:00pm - 6:30pm (or until we run out). Menu: BBQ, BBQ sauce, BBQ slaw, busn, potato salad or chips, baked beans, desserts (homemade), sweet tea/drinks. Adults $9, Children $5 (under 12 yrs.). All proceeds go to the Building Fund. Eat-in or take out.
First Wesleyan Church of Cherryville
        First Wesleyan Church, 800 N. Pink St, Cherryville, NC, will be having a concert featuring Lee Young, formerly of the Gaither Vocal Band, Sunday, September 22, 2013 at 10:45am. For more information contact the church office at 704-435-6069 or by email at fwccherryville@att.net.
Friendship United Methodist Church
        Friendship United Methodist Church, 111 Friendship Drive, Fallston, NC, will have their “5th Annual Golf Tournament, Saturday, September 28, 1:00pm Shotgun Start, Deerbrook Golf Club, Shelby. Contact Steve Hudson, 704-482-3632. Proceeds help with misisons and scholarships. Friendship United Methodist Men and United Methodist Women.
John Knox Presbyterian Church, Shelby
        John Knox Presbyterian Church, 610 Charles Road, Shelby, NC is having a Christmas Festival November 9, 9:00am to 4:00pm, and is looking for exhibitors. All arts and crafts must be handmade (no buy/sell or commerical items). Both indoor and outdoor booths available on a first come, first serve basis. Food will be available. Reasonable booth fee (no commisison taken). Contact Debbie Lesenger for entry form and details. Debbie Lesenger, johnknoxshelby@gmail.com or John Knox Presbyterian Church, 610 Charles Road, Shelby, NC 28152. 704-487-7953.
Putnam Baptist Church, Shelby
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Friendship United Methodist Church, Fallston
        Friendship United Methodist Church, 111 Friendship Drive, Fallston, NC invites children to Kingdom Kids, a Wednesday night children’s ministry. Bring your child for Bible lessons, music and lots of fun. Every Wednesday night from 6:00 until 7:00pm. For more information contact Bethany Clay at 704-538-9243.
Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church, Shelby
        Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church, 198 Pleasant Ridge Ch Rd., Shelby, NC, is calling all Single Seniors, Widowed, Never-Married, Divorced, anyone over 55, you are welcome! Join the on the 3rd Saturday of each month for wonderful food, fun and entertainment. Everything begins at 5:00pm. If you need transportation, contact the Pleasant Ridge church office at 704-434-6431. All gatherings will be in the Family Life Building. Please sign up by the 2nd Saturday of each month in order to attend.
Crestview Baptist Church, Shelby
        Crestivew Baptist Church, 1090 Old Boilings Springs Rd., Shelby, NC will be presenting “2 or More”, Thursday nights, 7:00pm. Pastor Justin Martin. Come Worship with us!
        Crestview Baptist Church is having a breakfast the first Saturday of each month, 7-9:30am. Serving eggs, grits, gravy, bacon, sausage, livermush, fried bologna, pancakes, coffee and juice. All you can eat. We request a $5 donation per person. Money will go to Baptist Men’s community projects.
Aldersgate United Methodist Church, Shelby
        Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1207 W. Dixon Blvd., Shelby, is having a breakfast the second Saturday of each month, 7-9:30am. We serve eggs, grits, sausage gravy, pancakes, and french toast (made to order), country ham, sausage, bacon, and livermush with coffee and juice. Cost is $6 for adults, $3 for children. All you can eat. Money goes to our building fund and is sponsored by The United Methodist men’s and women’s groups.
First Baptist Church, Shelby
        First Baptist Church, 120 North Lafayette Street “Uptown Shelby”, will be offering Free English Classes All Levels. Mondays 6:30-8:15pm. Call 704-487-6094 or 704-482-3467. www.fbcshelby.org.
Rhema Outreach Ministry
        Rhema Outreach Ministry, 624 E. King Street, Kings Mountain, NC will be open  to the community every other Tuesday between 6:00-8:00pm for your clothing, shoes, houseware item needs and some nonparishable food items, only based upon income and family size.


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