Church News

‘The Way He Came’ at Apostolic Assembly

On Dec. 18 at 5:30 p.m., the Apostolic Assembly of Jesus Christ Choir will present its annual cantata, “The Way He Came.” There will be more special music and a Christmas message concluding the service.

And, in what is an annual tradition, the Apostolic Assembly of Jesus Christ church will hold a birthday party for Jesus with special music and the giving of gifts to the work of our Lord. This celebration of Jesus’ birth will be held on Dec. 21, at 7:00 p.m.

All are welcome to attend these services celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. For questions, please call 252-1230. Located at Mile Post 89.5 Seward Highway (39322 Dudley Avenue, Soldotna).

Kenai United Methodist Church plans Christmas services

Dec. 18, 11:30 a.m. — Children’s Program during worship

Dec. 24, 4:30 p.m. — Christmas Eve service of candles, carols and scripture

Dec. 25, 11:30 a.m. — Christmas Day worship

The Kenai United Methodist Church is served by pastor Janice Carlton. It is located at 607 Frontage Road in Kenai across from Wells Fargo Bank. For more information call 283-7868.

Join Soldotna Church of God for play

Come enjoy a side splitting Christmas Play with the Watt Family at 6 p.m. Dec. 18 at the Soldotna Church of God, located at the second roundabout on Binkley Street. Watch this possum eating family as they encounter an urban mall, security guards and greedy moms. It will make you laugh and you’ll learn about the true reason for the season. Contact 262-4729 for more information.

Christmas musical program at Sterling Pentecostal

Sterling Pentecostal Church will present a music program for Christmas on Dec. 21 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 22 at 7 p.m. Refreshments will follow the program both nights. Please come and share the joy and hope of Christmas. For more information call 262-7240 or visit sterlingpentecostalchurch.com.

TAIZE prayer at Our Lady of Perpetual Help

As a way to ready and prepare to celebrate the Joy of Christmas, come for an evening of quiet TAIZE prayer at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, on Dec. 22 at 7 p.m. Our Lady of Perpetual Help is located at 222 west Redoubt Avenue, Soldotna.

Soldotna Food Pantry open weekly

The Soldotna Food Pantry is open every Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for residents in the community who are experiencing food shortages. The Food Pantry is located at the Soldotna United Methodist Church at 158 South Binkley Street, and all are welcome.

Non-perishable food items or monetary donations may be dropped off at the church on Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or on Sunday from 9 a.m. until noon.

For more information or if you have questions, please call 262-4657.

Clothes 4 U at First Baptist Church Soldotna

FBCS Clothes 4 U, located at Binkley and Little streets, is open on the second and fourth Saturday each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Clothes and shoes are free to the public.

United Methodist Church food pantry

The Kenai United Methodist Church provides a food pantry for those in need every Monday from noon to 3 p.m. The Methodist Church is located on the Kenai Spur Highway next to the Boys and Girls Club. The entrance to the Food Pantry is through the side door. The Pantry closes for holidays. For more information contact the church office at 907-283-7868.

Clothes Quarters open weekly

Clothes Quarters at Our Lady of the Angels Church is open every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and the first Saturday of every month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call 907-283-4555.

 

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