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August 15, 2010

Hudson UMC offers new classes

The Hudson United Methodist Church will kick off its new fall schedule of Sunday school classes for adults, teens, and children on Aug. 22.

Seven adult classes will discuss a wide range of topics in small groups. The "Bible Moths" will focus on the book of Matthew, following a study guide by noted Methodist historian and theologian Justo L. González.

"Christian Homebuilders" will discuss the best-seller "Lord, Give Me Patience!...and Give It to Me Right Now" by James W. and Bob J. Moore.

Examining hypocrisy and intolerance among some believers, the "Short Topics" class will take up "When Christians Get It Wrong" by Rev. Adam Hamilton.

The "Book Class" will begin a study of "The Five Languages of Apology," a guide to healing relationships by Gary Chapman.

The Women's Class will look at themes of mystery, reading "Detective Stories from the Bible" by J. Ellsworth Kalas.

The "Seekers" class will discuss the Christian perspective on events from the week's news, and the "Ties That Bind" class regularly examines contemporary Christian issues.

Sunday school classes begin at 10 a.m., between the 9 and 11:15 services, giving everyone the opportunity to attend worship and participate in study groups. Hudson UMC also offers a full range of child- and youth-oriented classes, beginning with 3- and 4-year-olds through senior-high teens.

Located at the corner of Hudson-Aurora and Stow Roads, Hudson UMC welcomes visitors and "drop-ins." For more information, see www.hudsonumc.com.

Western Reserve
hosts chicken barbecue

Western Reserve Christian Church, 516 W. Streetsboro St., will have a chicken barbecue Aug. 22. Guests may eat at the church or take out dinner from 4 to 6 p.m.

The adult meal will include half a chicken, baked potato, a choice of coleslaw or applesauce, dinner roll, and a dessert. The children (under 12) portion is half a chicken, and half a baked potato a choice of coleslaw or applesauce, dinner roll, and a dessert. Drinks are available for eat-in diners.

The price of the adult meal is $8, and the child's meal is $5. Walk-ins are welcome and dinners are first come first served. Tickets are limited. Call the church at 330-650-1242 to secure tickets.

The ladies of the church will have a lost treasures sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 20 and 21, and 2 to 6 p.m. Aug. 22. Lost treasures are new craft items as well as gently used items.

Presbyterian Church sermon announced

The Rev. Sue Tinker of The Presbyterian Church of Hudson PC(USA) will preach "Stepping Out of the Boat," looking at how to maneuver through the chaotic seas of life, at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 15.

The church meets at 21 Aurora St. For more information, call the church at 330-607-0856.

Redeemer Church to dedicate building

Redeemer Church (PCA), 190 W. Streetsboro St. in Hudson, will dedicate its building at a special service Aug. 15 at 6 p.m. All are welcome. The church will serve refreshments and host fellowship following the service.

Redeemer church has been in the area for 15 years. It purchased the building on West Streetsboro Street after the former occupant, the Evangelical Covenant Church of Hudson, closed in October 2009.

Hope offers toddler, preschool programs

Hope Community Church, 3033 Middleton Road, offers a Time for Toddlers Class for parents and toddlers (age 18 months to 30 months) to interact with other parents and toddlers. There will be a total of six 5-week sessions from Sept. 17 to May 20. The cost for each session is $60 which includes a snack and craft supplies each week. To register, call the church office at 330-655-5170. The registration deadline for the first session is Aug. 27.

Hope Preschool, a ministry of Hope Community Church, will offer three-day classes for 3-, 4- and 5-year-old children for the 2010-11 school year. Classes are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings. Children will participate in circle time, arts and crafts, games, and a discovery time where activities related to science, math, music are planned on a rotating basis. A Chapel time will also be offered every other week, and Christian music and lessons will be integrated into the teaching themes.

For more information, call 330-655-5170 or 330-656-0992, or visit www.hopecma.com.

St. Mary offers Christian initiation program

St. Mary Church in Hudson will begin its 2010-11 Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults program Aug. 31.

This is a communal process with four key stages:

* Inquiry, when those interested can learn more about the Catholic faith and ask questions;

* Catechumenate -- for those who choose to remain in the RCIA process, the learning continues with a stronger focus on education and developing a deeper understanding about what it means to be Catholic;

* Purification and Enlightenment -- the final steps leading up to receiving the sacraments; and

* Mystagogy. During this post-initiation stage, participants explore ways to live this new life and join a new Christian community more fully.

There is also a Rite of Christian Initiation of Children which runs concurrently with the adult session.

Classes at St. Mary Church, 340 N. Main St., will begin Aug. 31 from 7 to 9:15 p.m.

Call Donna Rakotci at 330-715-1262 or e-mail her at drakotci@roadrunner.com for more information.

Community Chapel welcomes newcomers

The women of Hudson Community Chapel will help new residents get to know the community at a newcomers brunch Sept. 9 at 9:30 a.m. at the church, 750 W. Streetsboro St.

The brunch is followed up by a weekly class designed for women who are looking for fellowship, friendship and a way to get plugged in to their new area. The study group will be working through the book "After the Boxes Are Unpacked-Moving On After Moving In" by Susan Miller. Childcare will be provided. Books are available through the class.

To make reservations call Denise Britton at 330-650-1501 or e-mail usabritton@aol.com.




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