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Murray Street VBS planned July 16-19
Murray Street Church of Christ in Rockdale has scheduled Vacation Bible School July 16-19, themed “Back to the Bible” after the movie series “Back to the Future.” Hours will be from 6 until 8:45 p.m., with meal at 5:15 p.m.
VBS will have classes for all ages, including adults, according to Jason Hollinger, preaching minister at Murray Street.
“Come ride along as we take our ‘DeLorean’ to Bible Times to learn about obedience, teamwork, self-control and forgiveness,” said Jason Hale, youth and music minister.
Mt. Zion Thorndale revival July 11-12-13
THORNDALE—Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Thorn-dale will hold revival services Wednesday through Friday, July 11-12-13 at 7 p.m. nightly. Rev L.E. Caldwell, is pastor.—Submitted by Patricia Hawthorne
First Christian VBS set here July 22-26
First Christian Church in Rockdale will hold Vacation Bible School Sunday through Thursday, July 22-26, according to Marilyn Cates, director.
“The VBS theme will be Rolling River Rampage and children will experience the ride of a lifetime with God as they become rafters and explore and discover how to serve God,” Cates said.
Hours will be from 6 until 8:30 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday and Family Night will be held Thursday beginning at 7 p.m.
“Ages are 4 years through 5th grade. Registration will begin Sunday, July 22 at 5:15 p.m. Come join the fun,” Cates said.
Two-church VBS set July 30-Aug. 2
St. John’s United Methodist Church and Peace Lutheran Church of Rock-dale will again hold a joint Vacation Bible School.
Dates are Monday through Thursday, July 30-Aug. 2, from 5:30 until 8:30 p.m. Location is St. John UMC, Summit at Hillcrest streets.
Theme is “Rolling River Rampage—Experience the Ride of a Lifetime with God.”
All children age 3 through fifth grade are invited to participate. Activities will include Bible stories, games, crafts, recreation, snacks and more.
FMI: St. John’s UMC, 512-446-5838/Jane Katz, 512-639-7175; Peace Lutheran Church, 512-446-2834/Geri Burnett, 512-760-5461.
To register on-line, visit web site rrr.cokesburyvbs/st. johnsumc.
Milano Methodists set VBS for July 17-18-19
MILANO—Milano United Methodist Church will hold its “Rolling River Rampage” Vacation Bible School on July 17-18-19 from 9 a.m. until noon.
It’s a Bible-based program that will give children age 4 through 6th grade an opportunity to “experience the ride of a lifetime with God. The rafters will explore how to serve God and God’s mission for their lives,” said Carol Newman, spokesperson.
Closing program will be at noon on July 19 with everyone welcome, she said. FMI: Carol Newman, 512-455-2041.
Christmas in July July 22 in Cameron
CAMERON—The sixth annual Christmas in July will be held at New Beginnings Full Gospel Tabernacle, 1805 W. 4th Street in Cameron on Saturday, July 21 from 1 until 5 p.m. and Sunday, July 22 at 10 a.m.
The event is free and open to all to hear anointed music and speakers.
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