Yard and Bake Sale

FLEMINGTON — St. Luke’s United Church of Christ at 1175 W. Fourth St., Flemington, will be holding a large, indoor Yard and Bake Sale on Friday, May 1, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The bake sale will feature yummy cakes, cookies and other mouth watering foods. Lunch will be served and may be eaten in or taken out. For lunch will be vegetable beef soup, hot dogs, chili dogs, kraut dogs and hamburger barbecues. Soup can also be bought to take home for $8 a quart.

Come shop for yard sale bargains and get delicious food and baked goods, too!

Spring Concert

LOCK HAVEN — The Lock Haven Chorale will present their Spring Concert on Sunday, May 3, at 7 p.m., at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. All are invited!

Prayer Shawl Ministry

MILL HALL — The Prayer Shawl Ministry needleworkers will meet on Wednesday, May 6, at noon, at the Bald Eagle United Presbyterian Church, 111 Main St., Mill Hall, for their monthly meeting. The public is invited to come and meet the needleworkers and to see the many items that have been created over the last month. A light lunch will be provided for those who attend.

Needleworkers are given yarn each month to take home and create projects that are then given to more than 25 organizations in the area. The needleworkers vary in different skill levels and there is always an abundance of beautiful items (hats, scarves, prayer shawls, lap robes and afghans) that are brought in each month. If you are wanting to learn to crochet or knit, come out to the next meeting and some of our skilled crafters will help you.

Call Pastor Susan at the church office for more info at 570-726-4112 or plan to come to the meeting and have lunch with us!

Food distribution

BELLEFONTE — Food distribution will be on Thursday, May 7, from 4-6 p.m., at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 216 McAllister St., Bellefonte. There aren’t any income guidelines but a few questions are asked for those attending for the first time. For more info on these food distributions, call Leilani “Loni” at 814-548-7835.

Bible Study

LOCK HAVEN — God’s Eternal Life Church, 30 Woodward Ave., Lock Haven, is holding weekly Bible studies each Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. The topic will be Thru the Bible Word for Word. We’re up to the book of Romans now, and will be learning about the meaning of the New Covenant. Please feel free to join our Bible Studies.

Church services are also held on Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. All are welcome. Pastor Dean Williams can be reached at 570-748-3700.

National Day of Prayer

ANTES FORT — On the National Day of Prayer, Thursday, May 7, the sanctuary at the Antes Fort Global Methodist Church, corner of Fourth and Main Streets in Antes Fort, will be open from 7-8 p.m. for anyone wishing to come and join in prayer.

Yard Sale

JERSEY SHORE — A large Yard Sale is being held at the Oriole Church, 39 Main Road in Jersey Shore, on Friday, May 8, and Saturday, May 9, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come shop for bargains!

Blood Drives

Local churches will be hosting blood drives over the next several weeks. Blood donors of all types are invited to participate. To find a blood drive being held near you visit the American Red Cross website.

Blood drives will be held on the following dates:

May 11, from 1-6 p.m., at Tri-County N/C Church, Mill Hall.

May 15, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Zion Community Church, Bellefonte.

Rededication Service

LOCK HAVEN — As our nation approaches the celebration of its 250th anniversary, we are reminded that the foundation of the United States of America is deeply rooted in faith, hope and a dependence upon God. In recognition of this historic milestone, the Clinton County Ministerium invites the community to gather for a special time of reflection and rededication at Triangle Park on Sunday, May 17, from 1-4 p.m.

This gathering will include prayer, reflection and community participation, along with a special recognition of students who have expressed their understanding of “One Nation Under God” through art. It is our hope that this event will inspire both young and old to consider what it truly means to live as a people under God’s guidance.

Ham and Turkey Dinner

WILLIAMSPORT — Immaculate Conception Parish Center, 5973 Jacks Hollow Road, Williamsport, off Route 654, will have a Country-style Ham and Turkey Dinner on Sunday, May 17, from noon to 5 p.m.

The parish parishioners invite you to this spring dinner which includes turkey and ham, stuffing, mashed potatoes, noodles, gravy, corn, salad, homemade bread, cakes, coffee, tea and water.

The price is $14 for those age 13 and older; $6 for children ages 4-12 and those three and younger get to eat free. Takeout meals are also available after 1 p.m.

There will be no outdoor concession/games during this spring dinner. Instant Bingo will be available in the dining area. For more info call 570-337-3440.

Helping Hands

LOCK HAVEN — Helping Hands will be open on Wednesday, May 20, from 6-7:30 p.m., at the United Evangelical Lutheran Church, behind Kentucky Fried Chicken, in Lock Haven. Helping Hands provides free cleaning supplies and personal hygiene items to low income families and seniors in the Lock Haven and surrounding area. Helping Hands is usually open the third Wednesday of each month. For more information about the Helping Hands program, call Kelly at 272-209-5912.

Mobile Food Pantry

BEECH CREEK — Beech Creek Wesleyan Church will host the New Love Center’s Mobile Food Pantry on Thursday, May 21, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Individuals are invited to come into the church for a short pre-registration before obtaining the free food. Bring along any small boxes or reusable bags that you might have for transporting your food items in lieu of using the pantry’s supply of plastic bags.

Beauty From Ashes: Restoration Women’s Conference

A special afternoon of worship, encouragement and powerful stories of restoration will be held on May 23 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Bald Birds Brewing Company.

During the women’s conference, you will experience uplifting worship, inspiring speakers, meaningful workshops, testimonies, giveaways and fellowship. Lunch will be provided by Gunzy’s.

The conference is presented by Grace Fellowship Church, Avis. Pre-registration is required, and can be done online at www.gfcavis.com, with the $10 registration fee to be collected at the door upon your arrival.

Come and be refreshed as we celebrate how God restores hearts, lives and stories.

News from the Pathway pews

MCELHATTAN — Pathway to Christ Church has Bible Study every Tuesday night from 6:30-7:30 p.m., in the social hall at Pathway to Christ Church, 502 McElhattan Drive, McElhattan. Everyone is welcome to join us to study the word and share good fellowship together.

Pastor Laura Gilbert encourages folks of the area to come out to the special events that the church will be participating in. Everyone is always welcome to attend services or to volunteer with the congregation members.

Pathway to Christ Church invites you to be a volunteer with their congregation members at the Food Bank in Williamsport! Carpooling is available from the church parking lot, leaving at 4:30 p.m. We help at the food bank that is held on the third Thursday of each month, so that would be on May 21. If you’re interested in learning more about volunteering at the food bank, just send an email to bpeters388@comcast.net. Some months they are short staffed at the food bank so if you’d like to volunteer with us, please reach out to BJ Peters and she and other church members will be glad to have you come along!

The church is partnering with Wayne Township in celebrating the 250th Anniversary of Independence. On Sunday, May 31, there will be an outdoor worship service with live music that begins at 10 a.m. Bring a lawn chair. After the service there will be an ice cream social. Wayne Township and the church will be offering 3D wooden 250th Anniversary ornaments for $7 each or 2/$12. The ornaments will also be available at the ice cream social. (In case of rain, the worship service will be moved into the church sanctuary.)

Cookbook Sale

BEECH CREEK — Laurel Run Church, 2899 Laurel Run Road, Beech Creek, has created a beautiful family cookbook with many shared and loved recipes. Please contact Tammy Evelhair at gracesrosey@gmail.com or Paula Smith at 814-574-0199 to purchase. They are selling each copy for $12 and all proceeds benefit Laurel Run Church.

Local Worship Services

Albright United Methodist Church, Loganton, invites everyone to worship with them on Sunday at 10:30 a.m.

Bald Eagle United Presbyterian Church, Main St., Mill Hall — Sunday morning worship service at 10:30 a.m. An invitation is extended to come early and enjoy a cup of fresh brewed coffee and a sweet treat. For spiritual guidance, call Pastor Susan Champion at 570-726-4112.

Blanchard Church of Christ’s services are Sunday morning at 8:30 and 11 a.m. with Sunday School from 10-10:45 a.m.

Big Woods Bible Church, 241 S. Hanna St., Lock Haven, hosts its weekly Sunday worship services at 9 a.m. Sunday School begins at 10:45 a.m.

Charlton Chapel, 46 Church Hill Road, Lock Haven, an Independent Bible Church, invites you to worship service each Sunday at 9 a.m.

Clintondale United Methodist Church, 103 Fishing Creek Road, Clintondale, invites you to worship with them Sunday at 9 a.m. followed by Sunday School at 10:30 a.m.

Covenant United Methodist Church, 44-46 W. Main St., Lock Haven, and Pastor Justin Frear invite you to the Sunday worship service at 8:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages is at 10 a.m.

Dunnstown United Methodist Church, 59 Church St., invites the public to worship with its members each week. Sunday School/Bible Study begins at 8:45 a.m., and the morning worship service begins at 10 a.m.

Emmanuel United Church of Christ in Jacksonville invites you to join their Sunday morning services at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Cindy Killinger.

Faith Chapel Church, 551 Hunter Run Road, Howard, invites everyone to their Sunday morning services beginning at 9 a.m.

First Church of Christ, 330 N. Vesper St., Lock Haven, invites everyone to Sunday morning services at 9 a.m.

Garman Lutheran Church, 1779 Sulphur Run Road, Jersey Shore, regular services at 8:45 a.m. every Sunday.

God’s Eternal Life Church, 30 Woodward Ave., Lock Haven, is holding weekly Bible studies each Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. The topic will be Thru the Bible Word for Word. Please feel free to join our Bible Studies. Pastor Dean at 570-748-3700.

God’s Eternal Life Church services are held on Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. All are welcome. Pastor Dean Williams can be reached at 570-748-3700.

Grace Lutheran Church, 1601 Walnut St., Jersey Shore, holds services at 10:30 a.m. each Sunday.

Great Island Presbyterian Church, 12 W. Water St., Lock Haven, invites you to worship with them at 10 a.m. each Sunday. If interested in joining our music program, which includes Vocal Choir, Bell Choir, and Praise Band, contact the church at 748-2810.

Haneyville Bible Church, 16655 Coudersport Pike, Lock Haven, holds Sunday School at 10 a.m. from spring through fall and regular services begin at 11 a.m. For info call 570-660-3389.