March 2008 Christian Community Calendar

March 2008 Christian Community Calendar

March 5

St. Paul's Evangelical Church, located at the corner of Olive and Warson Roads (9801 Olive), invites all to join them for a special Lenten service beginning at 7:30 p.m. as the Songsters and youth present a musical drama entitled The Three Trees. This deeply moving story, based on an American folk tale, captures the message of Jesus in a way that is both fresh and timeless focusing on the meaning of our Lord's death, burial, and resurrection! The service will be preceded by a light supper starting at 6 p.m. with testimonies at 6:45 and a hymn sing at 7:10. Nursery will be available during the service for children, age 3 and younger. For more information visit www.stpaulsefree.org or call (314) 993-0015.

March 6

Zion Lutheran Church of Harvester, 3866 Harvester Rd. in St. Charles, MO will host a performance of The Jesus Painter by Mike Lewis as part of National Lutheran Schools Week to the children of five area Lutheran elementary schools, Child of God – St. Peters, Immanuel St. Charles, Immanuel Wentzville, Messiah St. Charles, Trinity Orchard Farm, and Zion Harvester at 1 p.m. in Zion’s sanctuary. The St. Charles community is invited to see and hear The Jesus Painter in a second performance in Zion’s sanctuary at 7 p.m. that evening. There is no charge for this inspirational experience but a freewill offering will be accepted. For more information call Rev. Andrew Steinke at (636) 441-7425, ext. 217 or (636) 936-2248 evenings.

March 7 & 8

DaySpring School of the Arts, 2608 Metro Blvd. in Maryland Heights, MO will present Alice in Wonderland at the DeSmet Theatre located at 233 North New Ballas Rd. in Ladue, MO. Alice in Wonderland will be presented by the Young Musical Theatre performers at 7 p.m. on March 7 and again at 2 p.m. on Saturday. Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for children under 12. For tickets and additional information call (314) 291-8878 or visit www.dayspringarts-ed.org.

March 13

The Justice Foundation will host a fund raising banquet starting at 6:30 p.m. for its Operation Outcry project at the Hilton St. Louis Frontenac Hotel located at 1335 South Lindbergh Blvd. in Frontenac, MO. The featured speaker will be the acclaimed film producer Ken Wales, whose works include the 2007 major motion picture Amazing Grace. Tickets are $50 per person and may be obtained by calling1-(866)-468-8279. For more information regarding the Justice Foundation and Operation Outcry visit www.operationoutcry.org.

March 14 & 15

DaySpring School of the Arts, 2608 Metro Blvd. in Maryland Heights, MO will present Classique Diverse, an evening dance concert of classical ballet and modern dance at the DeSmet Theatre located at 233 North New Ballas Rd. in Ladue, MO. Classique Diverse will be presented at 7 p.m. both nights and tickets will be $10 for adults and $7 for children under 12. For tickets and additional information call (314) 291-8878 or visit www.dayspringarts-ed.org.

March 15

The Family Vision Library, 516 S. 5th Street in St. Charles, MO will host John Notgrass conducting a one-day seminar from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. based on his book Make it Your Ambition. This seminar will be a great encouragement for young people. John, a single, homeschool graduate with a vision for his future, takes multi-generational living seriously and is preparing for his life as a provider, husband and father. He is also a gifted singer-songwriter and will be performing his original music. Parents and all ages are encouraged to attend. Admission is $10 per person which includes a light lunch. Seating is limited so call (636) 669-0111 today to reserve your seat. The Family Vision Library is a non-profit, free public lending library offering conservative Biblical worldview books and resources for the entire family.

March 18 – May 20

Life Redeemed Ministry will be offering a Post Abortion Recovery Program every Tuesday evening from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. March 18th through May 20th at Bethany United Methodist Church located at 1608 Hilltop Rd. in Columbia, IL (62236). The program is offered to anyone needing healing from a decision in their past related to abortion. For more information call this confidential phone line (618) 939-2220 or visit their website at www.liferedeemed.com.

March 20

The Family Vision Library, 516 S. 5th Street in St. Charles, MO will present a Children’s Story Hour from 10 to 11 a.m. featuring Mrs. Carol Watkins, a gifted storyteller. This event is for all ages, but best suited for children up to age 10. It will be a special day to remember Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday and healthy snacks will be provided for everyone. There is no admission charge but seating is limited and those wishing to attend should call (636) 669-0111 today to sign up and reserve a seat. The Family Vision Library is a non-profit, free public lending library offering conservative Biblical worldview books and resources for the entire family.

March 20

West County Christian School (WCCS), located at 13431N. Outer Forty Road (Highway 40 & Maryville Center Drive) in Town & Country, MO will host an Open House from 9 to 11 a.m. for parents who are seeking a high quality education for their children Kindergarten through the 8th grade in which God's Word is taught in every aspect of the academic setting. WCCS is interdenominational and a member of the Association of Christian Schools International. For more information visit www.wccschool.org.

March 21

Chatham Bible Church, 6375 Howdershell Rd. in Hazelwood, MO will host a Jews for Jesus presentation of the Passover Seder with Micha Cohen starting at 7 p.m. Admission is free but a free will offering will be accepted. For more information call (314) 895-1850 or visit www.chathambiblechurch.org.

March 21

The Young Artists Outreach Ministries will hold a reception and exhibition of student paintings at the Indian Trails Branch County Public Library located at 8400 Delport Dr. in St. Louis, MO from 1 to 5 p.m. The paintings will be from their Spring 2008 painting workshop entitled Shores & Deep Seas in reflection of Jesus’ promise...“I will make you fishers of men.” (Matthew 4:19 and Mark 1:17). For more information visit their website at www.freewebs.com/theyoungartists/.

March 28

The Family Vision Library, 516 S. 5th Street in St. Charles, MO will host a Family Movie Night starting at 6:30 p.m. The featured film will be Time Changer starring Gavin Macleod and Jennifer O’Neal. Through a time machine, an 1890’s a seminary professor sees what impact his work will have 100 years in the future. This film will strengthen your love for the truth of God’s Word. Admission is free but seating is limited. Call (636) 669-0111 today to reserve your seat. The Family Vision Library is a non-profit, free public lending library offering conservative Biblical worldview books and resources for the entire family.

March 29

Global Warming – What the Government Isn’t Telling You will be just one of the many topics of a presentation by former U.S. Military Intelligence Analyst and criminal investigator for the State of Missouri, John “JR” Moore, which will be held at the Quality Inn Motel located at 2434 Old Dorsett Rd. (I-270 & Dorsett) in Maryland Heights, MO from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Seating will be limited to the first 100 people registering to attend. The cost to attend is $50 with a portion of the proceeds being donated to the St. Louis MetroVoice. To learn more about the presentation or to register call 1-866-965-3007 or go to www.TheLibertyMan.com.

March 29

The women’s ministry of First Baptist Church of St. Charles, 2701 Muegge Rd. (across from Home Depot at Cave Springs in St. Charles, MO) will host a women’s tea party along with a fashion show by Christopher & Banks and special presentation by Lyndell Holtz from Annapolis, MD entitled Face It, Feel It, Free It from 9 a.m. to noon. Those wishing to attend must register by March 23 and a registration fee of $10 will be required. Childcare for infants through age 4 will be available by reservation. To register and obtain more information, call the church office at (636) 928-1311.

March 30 - April 4

Brookside Missionary Baptist Church, 3025 Doddridge Ave. in Maryland Heights, MO

will hold a Revival beginning on Sunday March 30 at 5:30 p.m. and continuing Monday through Friday starting at 7 p.m. with Pastor James Evans. All are invited. For more information call (314) 291-1195.

April 5

Eden Community Church, which meets at the Day’s Inn, 15 Hilltop Village in Eureka, MO, will host Bebo Norman Live in Concert beginning at 7 p.m. For more information visit their website at www.edencommunity.org or call (314) 223-7147.

April 7

A Global Day of Prayer meeting will be held starting at 7 p. m. at the Friendly Temple Church located at 5508 Martin Luther King Blvd. in St. Louis. For more information visit www.praystl.org or email gdop.stl.prayer@gmail.com.

April 10-11-12

The Greater St. Louis Area Home Educators Expo will be held at First Evangelical Free Church located at 1375 Carman Road in Manchester, MO. The Expo starts on Thursday, April 10th with FREE admission to the Exhibitor Hall and other events from 5 to 9 p.m. Exhibitors from across the country will be on hand to display the newest and best they have to offer in curriculum and services. The annual Homeschool Variety Show will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. and again from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. which will showcase the talents of homeschool students from all over the region. Families can also attend one of the New Homeschoolers Seminars to obtain helpful information and guidance from experienced homeschool couples. On Friday and Saturday there will be a wide variety of events to choose from in addition to the Exhibition Hall and numerous speakers. The Special Needs Area will offer workshops that address the challenges of ADD/ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, dyslexia, bipolar disorder, speech and language delays and a great deal more. There will also be a special Children’s Expo where children 5 to 12 will enjoy two days of music, crafts, skits and exceptional creation materials from Answers in Genesis. Admission to the Expo will be $10 per individual (or $20 at the door) and $30 for families of 3 or more (or $40 at the door). On-site concessions will be available for a very reasonable price. To register or obtain more information visit www.stlhomeschoolexpo.com.

April 12

Students For Life at St. Louis University will be hosting their 2nd Annual Run for Their Lives fund raiser. Funds raised by this 5K run/walk will help to establish a scholarship fund at SLU to support pregnant and parenting students. The run will be held on SLU's main campus at 9 a.m. The registration fee, which includes a complimentary t-shirt, is $15 in advance and $20 on the day of the race. Runners and walkers of all ages are encouraged to participate by registering at http://pages.slu.edu/org/sfl. Any questions or for more information please email runfortheirlives@gmail.com.

April 13

Family Shield Ministries, a recognized service organization of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, will hold its annual ministry fund raising dinner with the theme Share the Light of Jesus (John 8:12) at the Holiday Inn Viking Conference Center located at 10709 Watson Rd. in Sunset Hills, MO. This year’s keynote speaker will be Rev. Robert Roegner, Executive Director of the LCMS World Missions and music will be led by Kevin Bueltmann. Doors will open at 5:45 p.m. and the evening will include some wonderful Christian fellowship, a delicious dinner, an inspiring keynote speaker, uplifting music, and a ministry report. Tickets are $30 per person. For more information call (314) 772-6070 or visit www.familyshieldministries.com.

April 13

Classic 99/KFUO-FM and the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod will be celebrating the station’s 60th Anniversary of broadcasting classical and sacred music to the St. Louis region with Leonard Slatkin and Friends. Leonard Slatkin, former conductor and music director of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra will host the special evening, which will include performances by five world-renowned musicians. The event will be held at 8 p.m. at the Sheldon Concert Hall. Tickets to the event are available through MetroTix at (314) 534-1111 or www.metrotix.com.

April 16 – May 21

The Family Vision Library, located at 516 S. 5th Street in St. Charles, MO will host a six-week video course held every Wednesday afternoon from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. entitled An Introduction to Residential Electricity for Home School presented by Bill Seamon and Eric Hovind for children ages 8 and up. The course will provide a basic knowledge of wiring and the fundamentals of electricity. The only fee is a $5 material fee for the workbook. The Family Vision Library is a non-profit, free public lending library offering conservative Biblical worldview books and resources for the entire family. For more information and to reserve your seat call (636) 669-0111.

April 17

April 18

The Family Vision Library, located at 516 S. 5th Street in St. Charles, MO will host a Children’s Story Hour from 10 to 11 a.m. featuring Mrs. Daphne Boyce who will be speaking on Spring Time and New Life. The presentation is for all ages but best suited for children up to age 10 and healthy snacks for everyone will be provided. Seating is limited so to sign up and reserve your seat call (636) 669-0111. The Family Vision Library is a non-profit, free public lending library offering conservative Biblical worldview books and resources for the entire family.

April 18 & 19

DaySpring School of the Arts, 2608 Metro Blvd. in Maryland Heights, MO, will present Thoroughly Modern Millie performed by their talented Teen Musical Theatre performers at the DeSmet Theatre located at 233 North New Ballas Rd. in Ladue, MO. Both performances will begin at 7 p.m. and tickets will be $10 for adults and $7 for children under 12. For tickets and additional information call (314) 291-8878 or visit www.dayspringarts-ed.org.

April 25

The Family Vision Library, located at 516 S. 5th Street in St. Charles, MO will host a Family Movie Night at 6:30 p.m. showing the film Fly Wheel from the makers of Facing the Giants. Fly Wheel is an excellent production which shows that in every man’s life there’s a turning point and can be viewed by the entire family. Everyone will be blessed by this great message of redemption and restoration. Admission is free but seating is limited and tickets are required to attend. To obtain tickets and for more information call (636) 669-0111. The Family Vision Library is a non-profit, free public lending library offering conservative Biblical worldview books and resources for the entire family.

May 5

May 11

The Global Day of Prayer will be held at Busch Stadium starting at 4 p.m. For more information visit www.praystl.org or email gdop.stl.prayer@gmail.com.

May 15

The due date for entries for our April 2008 issue Christian Calendar is March 4th. Our April 2008 issue will be distributed beginning March 19th. Please E-mail your event/calendar entry to stlmv@sbcglobal.net or mail it to St. Louis MetroVoice, PO Box 1533, St. Peters, MO 63376