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Winter Coat Giveaway LOCK HAVEN — The Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court #399 will be holding a winter coat giveaway on Saturday, Oct. 28, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Holy Spirit Parish Center at 3 East Walnut St. in Lock Haven. For more information call the Holy Spirit Parish Center at 570-748-4594. Turkey Dinner AVIS — Family-style Turkey Dinner with all the fixings of a Thanksgiving meal including turkey, mashed potatoes with gravy, stuffing, vegetables, cranberry sauce and dessert will be offered on Saturday, Oct. 28, from 4-6 p.m., by the Avis United Methodist ...

JESUS — The Ark of Salvation

It is no surprise when people hear and read of a universal flood and “Noah’s Ark” they quickly dismiss the literal and escape to what they believe is “mere mythology” or categorize it as “virtually impossible.” Archeologist and professor, Kenneth Feder, of Central Connecticut ...

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Fall Gathering Marsh Creek Brethren in Christ Church wishes to offer an evening of light, laughter and encouragement. Join in for an evening of snacks, songs and stories on Sunday evening, Oct. 22, from 5-7 p.m. Share your stories to make people laugh, be encouraged and remember the goodness and mercy of the Lord. The event is free, and will be held at the church pavilion, weather permitting. (Or move indoors if need be.) Call Pastor Dan at 814-625-3544 for questions or directions, or send an email to marshcreekbic@gmail.com. Revival Services LOGANTON — Evangelist George Holley ...

The unbeautiful game

Let me be blunt: I do not particularly enjoy watching the sport of soccer as I simply find it difficult. Make no mistake, I am immensely impressed with many attributes that soccer players must display on the field of play. The athleticism, eye-foot coordination and endurance that they exude far exceed that of many other types of athletes. The “team” concept that soccer embodies is greater than most sports. And the dedication to training and preparation that goes into playing the game at an elite level is beyond impressive. But there is one aspect of the game that makes it ...

Mackeyville UMC to hold Homecoming today

PHOTO PROVIDED The Mackeyville United Methodist Church Homecoming celebration and dinner is this Saturday, Oct. 14 at 5 p.m. There will be lots of food, live entertainment, cake walks, Trivia games where you might just win a prize, a fire ring to roast marshmallows — weather permitting, ...

Local church briefs

Meatloaf dinner MCELHATTAN — McElhattan Pathway to Christ Church will host a Filled Meatloaf Dinner on Saturday, Oct. 14, from 3 to 6 p.m. The meal can be dine-in or takeout and will include meatloaf, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetables and cake for dessert for $15. Outdoor Services MACKEYVILLE — Mackeyville United Methodist will be having an outdoor service with music at their pavilion on Oct. 14. The service will begin at 5 p.m. Contact 814-777-5510 for info. Soup and dessert sale LOCK HAVEN — Lock Haven First Church of Christ’s Youth Group will be holding a soup and ...