Eagle Rock Clothes Closet dates
The Eagle Rock Community Clothes Closet at Eagle Rock United Methodist Church, 14565 Church Street, will be open Saturday, November 9, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon, and Wednesday, November 6, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, as well as shoes and toys, will be available at no charge. To make donations or volunteer to help with this mission, contact Pastor Ray Sandifer at 540-525-0258.
Homecoming at Lapsleys Run November 10
Lapsleys Run Baptist Church will celebrate the annual Harvest Homecoming and 156th Church Anniversary on Sunday, November 10. The morning service will begin at 11 a.m. Brother Edgar Freeman will be the speaker. Dinner will follow.
The afternoon service will begin at 2 p.m. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Dwight Steele, Sr., who will be accompanied by the choir and congregation from Pilgrim Baptist Church of Roanoke.
Everyone is invited to attend these and regular services on the second and fourth Sundays of each month at Lapsleys Run Baptist Church, 608 Zion Hill Road, Fincastle.
Donations requested for Springwood Cemetery repair
Springwood Baptist Church has approved a contract of $5,000 for stonework in the “old” cemetery. Approximately 29 marked stones will be straightened and leveled, along with reassembling many broken stones.
The church respectfully requests donations to this project. Please send donations to: Springwood Baptist Church, c/o Gary Peery, 234 Peery Lane, Buchanan, 24066. In memo of check, state Cemetery Repair.
Sale at Cloverdale Thrift Store
Cloverdale Church of the Brethren Thrift Store has a large selection of sweaters and jackets for the entire family. Start Christmas decorating early– the store has lots of antique and collectible ornaments available. Hours are 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Saturday. Donations are greatly appreciated.
Community Hymn Sing at Mt. Carmel
Mt. Carmel Church, Eagle Rock, will host a Community Hymn Sing on November 17 at 6:30 p.m., with light refreshments following. All are welcome.
Service of Prayer at Fincastle Presbyterian
Fincastle Presbyterian Church will be holding a Service of Prayer for Wholeness and Healing at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, November 20, and on Wednesday, December 18.
This is a special service of prayer, music, silence and scripture, and an opportunity to gather in Christian community and draw closer to God to offer prayers for individuals, the local community, the country and the world. Following the service, gather in the fellowship hall for a light supper. All are invited. The church is at 108 E. Back Street.
Special services at Andrew Chapel
The public is invited to an evening service on Sunday, November 17, at Andrew Chapel United Methodist Church. The service will begin at 7 p.m., led by Pastor Morris Bennet, with Pastor Mike Anderson from Springwood Baptist Church bringing the message. The church is located at 3936 Beaver Dam Road, Buchanan.
Fall Bazaar at Ebenezer UMC
Ebenezer United Methodist Church will hold their Fall Bazaar on Saturday, November 23, from 8 a.m. till 1 p.m. There will be sausage gravy biscuits, yard sale items, baked goods, hot dogs, Krispy Kreme doughnuts, and barbecue. Ebenezer UMC is located at 85 Nace Road, Troutville. All are invited.ss
Springwood Baptist Thanksgiving service, meal
All are invited to the Sunday service on November 24 at Springwood Baptist Church, led by Pastor Mike Anderson, followed by a Thanksgiving potluck meal.
Bring a favorite meat, vegetable, or dessert to gather together to give thanks for God’s blessings and enjoy fellowship with one another.
