Lenten services at Buchanan churches
The Buchanan Area Ministerial Association (BAMA) is holding a series of Lenten services. They began on March 11 at Buchanan Presbyterian with Donna Britt the speaker.
Remaining services are:
- March 18 – Buchanan Presbyterian, noon, speaker Bill Hartsfield from Buchanan Baptist (preceded by BAMA meeting at 10:30 a.m.)
- March 25 – Trinity United Methodist, noon, with Bob Copenhaver from Trinity Episcopal
- April 1 – Lithia Baptist, noon, with Doug Mitchell from Trinity and Lithia UMC
- April 8 – Buchanan Baptist, 6 p.m., with Dave Mucha from Virginia Presbyterian
Lenten services, lunches at Fincastle UMC
Fincastle United Methodist Church invites the public to five Wednesday Lenten services and lunches beginning on March 12 in the Family Life Center, 137 S. Church Street, Fincastle. These 20-minute services begin at 12:05 p.m. and will be led by area pastors. A home-cooked lunch will follow each service. The service and meal are designed to last about one hour. Takeout meals will be available.
March 12 – The Rev. Samuel Plymale, St. Mark’s United Methodist Church; Ham Biscuits, Potato Salad, Fruit, Desserts
March 19 – The Rev. Dr. David Dickerson, Fincastle Presbyterian; Vegetable-Beef Soup, Potato Soup, Jello Salads, Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, Desserts
March 26 – Pastors Tom and Naomi Powers, Daleville Church of the Brethren; Chicken Salad Croissants, Vegetable Salad, Chips, Desserts
April 2 – Jake Webb, M.Div., St. Mark’s Episcopal; Potato Bar, Chili, Green Salad, Corn Bread, Desserts
March 20 – The Rev. Fr. Xavier Banasula, Church of the Transfiguration; Sub Sandwiches, Cole Slaw, Chips. Desserts
Menus are subject to change. If Botetourt County schools are closed because of inclement weather, the service will be canceled. Everyone is invited to these services during the season of Lent.
Fincastle UMC Clothes Closet open March 15
Fincastle United Methodist’s Clothes Closet will be open on Saturday, March 15, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Family Life Center, 137 S. Church Street. Donations of gently worn, clean clothing and shoes are also accepted.
Fincastle Presbyterian Service of Prayer dates
Fincastle Presbyterian Church will be holding a Service of Prayer
for Wholeness and Healing at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 26.
This special service of prayer, music, silence and scripture is an opportunity to gather in Christian community and draw closer to God and offer prayers for individuals, the community, the country and the world.
A light supper will be served in the fellowship hall after the service. All are invited. The church is located at 108 E. Back Street, Fincastle.
Cloverdale Thrift Store reopening March 15
Cloverdale Church of the Brethren Thrift Store will reopen on March 15. All winter apparel and shoes will be half-off. Donations are greatly appreciated.
The store will be open Saturdays, 9 to 12.
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Daleville Baptist revival March 30-April 2
Kenny Grant of Savannah, Ga., will lead revival services at Daleville Baptist Church March 30-April 2. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Sunday, March 30, and at 7 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, April 1-2. Special music will be presented at each service. All are invited.
