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Pumpkin, mum sale
Twenty-eighth Street Church of the Brethren, 28th Street and Union Avenue, is selling pumpkins and mums at the church. The sale is based on the honor system; if no one is available, the money can be placed in the church's mail slot. Pumpkins and mums are $7 each. All proceeds benefit the youth fund.
Hymn sing
A hymn sing will be held at 8:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, at The Well Ministry Center, 605 Burns Ave., Altoona. Favorite hymns and some you might not remember will be shared. The message "Life in the Pressure Cooker" will be presented after the hymn sing. For more information, visit 814-201-2548 or visit welladministration@thewellofbc.org
Night of worship
Holy Spirit Ministry will hold a night of worship with Eucharistic Adoration from 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20, at St. Michael Church, Hollidaysburg. Deacon Wally Zapotoczny will preside over the service. Praise and worship will be provided by the Holy Spirit worship team.
Free lunch
Free lunch will be provided by Providence Presbyterian Church, 2401 Broad Ave., Altoona, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct 17. Lunch will include a hot dog with sauerkraut on a bun, a variety of homemade soups, desserts, fruit and beverages.
Fall breakfast planned
St. John's Reformed Church, 906 Maple Ave., Hollidaysburg, will hold its annual fall Pancake, Bacon & Sausage Breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24 at the church. Tickets are available at the door at a cost of $8 for adults, $4 for youth ages 3-12. Children younger than 3 can eat for free.
Tickets include all the pancakes, bacon and sausage you can eat, plus juice, coffee, tea or milk.
Crafters, vendors sought
Duncansville Evangelical Lutheran Church will hold a Fall Craft Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at the church, 1200 Fourth Ave., Duncansville. The craft show will bring together local artisans, crafters, makers and small businesses for a day of shopping and community connection. Visitors will have the opportunity to browse a variety of handmade items, unique gifts, seasonal décor and more -- just in time for the holiday season.
DELC is currently seeking vendors who would like to participate in this community event. Crafters, artisans and local businesses interested in reserving a vendor space are encouraged to apply. Those interested in becoming a vendor can request a space through the church's online registration form at https://duncansvilleevangelicall.subspla.sh/w7v2928.
For more information, contact the church at 814-695-0508 or email office@mydelc.org or visit www.mydelc.org
Clothing giveaway planned
The American Rescue Workers will host a clothing giveaway from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 16 at First United Methodist Church, 801 Allegheny St., Hollidaysburg. Everyone is invited. All items are available free of charge.
Faith United celebrates 25 years
Faith United Church of Christ, 711 Seventh Ave., Altoona, will celebrate 25 years of ministry Sunday, Oct. 18, as a part of its worship and Sunday morning schedule. In October 2001, the merger of three former UCC Congregations -- First UCC on 12th Avenue, Salem UCC on East Grant Street and Trinity UCC on Seventh Avenue -- were officially formalized to the Glory of God. "We are a small, but mighty congregation," some members like to say. The motto is "No matter who you are, or where you are on life's journey, you are welcomed here."
Sunday services include Sunday school at 9:30 a.m., followed by worship at 10:45 a.m. A chicken covered dish dinner will be served after the service. The Pastor is the Rev. John L. Emig.
Triduum to Saint Jude
St. Mark's Catholic Church, 416 6th Ave., Altoona, will be holding their annual Triduum to Saint Jude, patron of those in despair or in hopeless situations. Mass will be held at 5:30 p.m. each night Monday, Oct. 26, through Wednesday, Oct. 28.
PJs & Pancakes
Children ages kindergarten through fifth grade are invited for a morning of fun, games and lessons at 9 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at The Well Ministry Center, 605 Burns Ave., Altoona.
Register by calling the church office at 814-201-2548 and provide your name, phone number, how many children will attend and any known allergies.
Food pantry available
The food pantry at Twenty-eighth Street Church of the Brethren, 28th Street and Union Avenue, is available for those in need. Distribution will be held from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 23, by appointment only. Call Deb by Thursday at 814-207-8293.
Cathedral concert returns
The Cathedral Candlelight Concert, which drew more than 400 attendees in March, returns this Halloween with "Requiem, Souls and Saints: A Journey from Grief to Glory," a candlelight concert planned and performed by young adults from across Central Pennsylvania. The Oct. 31 concert is free of charge and open to the public.
The concert will feature six young adult musicians from throughout the region: violinists Jennifer Kist and Sister Angela Marie, SSCJ; vocalists Brandis Ajay, Ava Adams and Paige Matteson Lieb; and organist Claude Fabinyi.
The program will explore themes of the most important parts of the Christian life: death and resurrection through sacred and classical works. The repertoire will include works by J.S. Bach, Giacomo Puccini, Gabriel Faure, and other composers.
Following the success of the March concert, the Halloween performance offers the community another opportunity to experience live music in the beauty and atmosphere of the Cathedral by candlelight.
Requiem, Souls and Saints: A Journey from Grief to Glory will take place at 7 p.m. Oct. 31 at The Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament,
1 Cathedral Square, Altoona. The concert will be followed by a social in the parish hall.
Movie night planned
Movie night will be held Friday, Oct. 16, at the Twenty-eighth Street Church of the Brethren, 28th Street and Union Avenue. Snacks will be available at 6:15 p.m. and the movie will begin at 7 p.m. The movie "Surrendered | The Hardest Choice: Trust God or Cling to Control?" will be shown.
Bake sale, craft fair set
Newry Lutheran Church, 1030 Shamrock Lane, will host its annual Bake Sale and Craft Fair from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24. The event will feature a variety of homemade pies, cookies, cakes, breads, and other dessert items, as well as lunch items to purchase, including hot dogs, sloppy joes, walking tacos and beverages. Seasonal crafts, pet-themed items, jewelry, and quilts will be available for sale.
For more information, contact the church at 814-317-5287 or email pastormartyjo@gmail.com.
Fall concert set
The Wehnwood String Ensemble fall concert, "A Musical Journey Through Time" will be held at 3 p.m. Nov. 1 at St. Augustine Catholic Church, 803 St. Augustine Road, Dysart. The concert is free.
Evangelist to speak
Evangelist and revivalist Ric Wright will teach about prayer and practicing God's presence at 6:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 30-31, and during the 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, services. Offerings will be received. The Well Ministry Center is at 605 Burns Ave., Altoona.
Chiz Rider concert set
Nationally renowned trumpet recording artist Chiz Rider will present a worshipful concert at Jaggard First United Methodist Church at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 18. The church is at 1801 Pleasant Valley Blvd., Altoona.
Picnics in the park
The Well Ministry Center is sponsoring Picnics in the Park at Grove Memorial Park, 23rd Street and Sixth Ave., every Tuesday.
A meal will be served at 5:15 p.m., followed by games, crafts and a short message of hope. The whole family is welcome. Rain or shine. The Well is located at 605 Burns Ave., Altoona.
The Oct. 27 gathering is a harvest festival.
Campus of Prayer offered
The Altoona Alliance Church, 3220 Pleasant Valley Blvd., Altoona, will host the second Pennsylvania Regional Campus of Prayer from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17. The second six lessons from the "Lord Teach Us to Pray" workbook will be covered. Cost is $20 per person or $30 for couples; ages 18 and under is $10. Cost includes lunch, refreshments during the day and a workbook.
To register, visit https://altoona-alliancechurch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3663282
Sermon series continues
The Well Ministry Center of Blair County, 605 Burns Ave., Altoona, will offer a 10-week sermon series, "Life in the Pressure Cooker," at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Sundays through Nov. 15, to look at God's Word and discover how we can handle life's pressures with faith, hope, strength and trust in Jesus.
Prayer breakfast set
The Prayer Breakfast of the Alleghenies will take place from 7 to 9 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, at the Blair County Convention Center, 1 Convention Center Drive, Altoona, bringing together business leaders, government officials, pastors, community leaders and others from throughout the Alleghenies for a morning of prayer, worship and encouragement. Keynote speaker will be Vince Smith, executive director of the Keystone Family Alliance, a Pennsylvania organization working to mobilize churches and Christians to care for children and families impacted by foster care and adoption.
Individual tickets are $30 per person and may be purchased at leadersoffaith.org.
Following the breakfast, Smith will lead a two-hour workshop on mobilizing the church to serve children and families impacted by foster care at Altoona Alliance Church, 3220 Pleasant Valley Blvd., Altoona. The workshop is free, and no registration is required. For more information, contact Overflow Church at 814-389-1775.
Trunk or treat events
-- St. John the Evangelist Church in Lakemont and the Lakemont Fire Hall will hold their annual Trunk or Treat, Costume Contest and Halloween Parade beginning at 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25 in the church parking lot. Parade and costume contest will follow Trunk or Treat at 2 p.m. at the fire hall. All are welcome to join us for a safe and fun trick or treat!
-- Trunk or treat will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, in the parking lot at the Twenty-eighth Street Church of the Brethren, 28th Street and Union Avenue.
-- Newry Lutheran Church, 1030 Shamrock Lane, will host Trunk or Treat from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 25, in the church parking lot. The family-friendly event will offer free refreshments, kids' games, and lots of candy in a safe environment.
-- Let it Shine trunk or treat will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, at Wehnwood United Methodist Church, 2511 Juniata Gap Road, Altoona. Trick-or-treaters can visit the decorated cars in the parking lot, play games and eat free hot dogs and snacks.
Deadline
Religious organizations are invited to submit upcoming events, special speakers and other items to be published free of charge in Spiritual Notes. Items can be emailed to religion@altoonamirror.com or call Holly at 814-946-7451. Deadline for submissions is 4 p.m. Mondays.