Ascension Lutheran Church, Shelby
Ascension Lutheran Church, 300 N. Lafayette Street, Shelby, NC will be presenting Desert Days" which will happen on the second Friday in February 9, 2018, April, June, August and October and December from 9:30 am - 2:30pm. Each "desert day" is designed to encourage and provide space for men and women to be alone with God in silence, to listen for whatever God might want to say. In the spirit. To "leave everything, following Christ into the desert." No charge. For more information, go to: http://www.ascensionlutheranshelby.com/desert-days.html
Join them in the fellowship hall of Ascension Lutheran Church (300 N. Lafayette Street, Shelby) for dinner Tuesday, February 13, 2018, 6:30pm on Shrove Tuesday, the last night before Lent begins. Potatoes, butter and sour cream will be provided. Please bring a favorite topping to share.
Ash Wednesday, February 14, 2018 is the beginning of the penitential season of Lent. Worship at 12:30 (Service of the Word) or at 7:00pm (Holy Communion) and receive the imposition of ashes. The sign of the ashes remind us of our human mortality and frailty and that we receive God's mercy and forgiveness.
Throughout Lent they will gather in the fellowship hall on Wednesday evenings. (February 21 - March 21, 2018) Soup and sandwiches will be served at 6:15pm and Holden Evening Prayer begins at 7:00pm. For more information, go to http://www.ascensionlutheranshelby.com/lent.html
Poplar Springs Baptist Church, Shelby
Poplar Springs Baptist Church, 1106 Poplar Springs Church Road, Shelby, NC will hold its monthly Community Breakfast on Saturday, February 10, 2018 from 7:00-10:00am at the church Family Life Center. 5 meats, eggs, grits, biscuits, pancakes. Donation of $8 adults, $4 Grades K-5. Join us for this "All-U-Care-To-Eat" feast.
Bethlehem United Methodist Church, Cherryville
Bethlehem United Methodist Church, 6753 Hwy. 182, Cherryville, NC, will be holding their Annual Soup and Sandwich Supper on Sunday, February 11, 2018. Beginning at 5:00pm until 7:30pm. Serving" Vegetable Soup, Potato Soup, Chili Beans and Oyster Stew. Donations will be accepted.
St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church, Shelby
St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church in Shelby will be holding a Friday fish fry (open to the public) on the following Fridays: February 16th, February 23rd, March 2nd, March 9th, March 16th and March 23rd, 2018. Hours are 5:30pm to 8:00pm at the St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church hall, 818 McGowan Rd, Shelby, NC 28150. The event is sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council 11946, Shelby. Fish fry, complete meal: $8 adult, $4 child's portion. Food can be enjoyed in our parish hall or can be made to go. Family value: Any size family $25 (dine in only) Meal includes: Two pieces of fried fish (only one in child's portion) served with french fries, hush-puppies, coleslaw, and choice of drink. Baked fish (limited quantities) available for $10 a plate. Proceeds will go to support the good works of the Knights of Columbus.
Aldersgate United Methodist Church, Shelby
Aldersgate United Methodist Women will be hosting a Women's Prayer Breakfast on Saturday, February 17, 2018 to be held in the Epworth Building at the Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1207 W. Dixon Blvd. Come hear the heat warming story of how the children of Kenya came to live in the Children's Home. Executive Director, Larry Wilson of this wonder children's home will share with us how the devastating disease of HIV/Aids decimated and entire generation of Kenyan children. Over 2 million were left with out homes or care. They invite you to join them for food, fellowship and prayer, for the needs and concerns facing our churches and the world. Cost: $7 per person. Reservations:704-487-8491. May be purchased by mail or with reservations at the door. Checks should be made to Aldersgate United Methodist Women.
"Truth & Tea Time" Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church, Shelby
"Truth and Tea Time" will be held at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church, 198 Pleasant Ridge Church Road, Shelby, NC, Tuesday, February 20, 2018, 6:15-8:15pm. LaLisa Carpenter is the wife of Craig, the mother of eight children (three biological and five adopted). Lalisa is currently a family nurse practitioner at McDowell Medical Center in Marion, NC. She has led several medical mission teams with Hands on Missions in Shelby, NC. Her life, like many, has had its difficulties. She watched her mother battle dementia, was herself diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma. However, nothing would prepare her for the illness and death of one of her children. Join them as LaLisa discusses how God's grace has brought her through and continues to carry her through some of the darkest days of her life. Tickets are $12 and can be obtained online at prbcshelby.org/truth-tea; Teresa Davis at 704-477-0002 or calling the church office at 704-434-6431.
Boiling Springs United Methodist Church
Boiling Springs UMM will sponsor an All You Can Eat Poor Man's Supper Saturday, February 24, 2018 from 4-7pm at the church fellowship hall, 215 South Main St., Boiling Springs NC. Plates are $8 and advanced tickets can be purchased by calling 704-472-4191 or 704-472-3183. The women of the church are also sponsoring a Pre-Order bake sale. To pre-order baked goods, please call 716-485-3675 or 919-271-5256. Join them for some good old fashioned food, fun and fellowship!!!
Pleasant City Church, Shelby
Pleasant City Church, (formerly Putnam Baptist), 1146 County Home Road, Shelby, NC. Marriage 911 First Response - Is your marriage in crisis? Do you see the signs that your marriage is headed towards crisis? Are you separated and on the path towards divorce? There is a reason to have hope! For more information call 704-477-1168. Premarital- Enrichment- Crisis/Separated- Step family. www.allinmarriage.com. allinmarriage@gmail.com.
New Prospect Baptist Church, Shelby
New Prospect Baptist Church is prayerfully seeking a Part-time Music Director and Organist to help lead an engaging time of worship for the congregation. The ideal persons should have a personal relationship with Christ. The Director would be responsible for choosing music and leading the choir and congregation in worship on Sunday morning, Sunday night, special events and choir practice on Wednesday evenings. The organist would be responsible for playing the organ Sunday morning worship and choir practice on Wednesday evening after Bible Study. They welcome you to be a part of their church family. Please send resumes to the church, 1960 New Prospect Church Rd., Shelby, NC 28150.