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EVENTS, CONCERTS, CONFERENCES 

JUNE 21:

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

(Through June 25)

First Baptist Church of Cliffside Park, 777 Anderson Ave., Cliffside Park, NJ, hosts Vacation Bible School, June 21-25. Call (201) 943-5143 or visit www.firstbaptistcp.org.

JUNE 26:

TOUCH FOOTBALL CLASSIC

Cerebral Palsy of North Jersey hosts its 24^th Annual “Aubrey Lewis Touch Football Classic,” Sat., June 26. This year, they have added a Church Division. Cost: $1,500 (minimum 10 players, 2 (30 minute) games—win one and keep playing). Visit www.CPNJ.org.

JUNE 28:

‘SONQUEST RAINFOREST’ VBS

(Through July 2)

Hawthorne Gospel Church, Route 208 North, Hawthorne, NJ, presents its “SonQuest Rainforest–Vacation Bible School 2010,” Mon., June 28-Fri., July 2, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. This fun-filled week of games, crafts, snacks, and life-changing events is for children and adults of all ages. Free admission. Childcare provided. To pre-register, visit www.hawthornegospel.com or call (973) 427-6960.

JULY 5:

CHRISTIAN DAY CAMP

(Through Sept. 3)

Kingdom Family Ministry, 306 Uniondale Ave, Uniondale, NY, hosts Christian Summer Day Camp for ages 6-13, Mon-Fri., 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., July 5-Sept. 3. Cost (through May 31): $249 per week (all-inclusive). Call (516) 538-2758 or visit www.kfmkids.org. 

JULY 11:

TOMMEE PROFITT CONCERT

Tommee Profitt Band performs in concert, July 11, 7 p.m., at Preakness Bible Church, 1108 Preakness Ave., Wayne, NJ. Call (973) 942-8833, visit www.preaknessbiblechurch.co.nr, or visit www.tommeeprofitt.com. 

AUGUST 14:

RAP FEST

Rap Fest 2010, an all day, outdoor, Christian hip-hop, evangelistic outreach is held Sat., Aug. 14, at Bill Rainey Memorial Park (Intervale Ave. & Kelly St.), Bronx, NY. Submissions still being accepted. Call (805) RAP-FEST (727-3378), e-mail rapfestinc@gmail.com, or visit www.rapfestinc.com.

AUGUST 23:

COMPASSION GOLF OUTING

The Compassion Golf Outing to benefit the children’s ministry of Compassion International is held Aug. 23, at the Old Orchard Country Club, Eatontown, NJ. Fee (includes golf, cart, breakfast, steak dinner, awards, and prizes): $150. Contact Dave Wells at (866) 594-2153, e-mail Gnuheart@aol.com, or register online at www.golfdigestplanner.com/16102-CompassionGolfTournament.

SEPTEMBER 16:

MEN’S WEEKEND

(Through September 19)

Priority One, a national ministry to men, hosts a Men’s Weekend, Sept. 16-19 at Lake Champion, Glen Spey, NY. Features: challenging speakers and teachers, an emphasis on personal time for reflection, opportunity to make new friends, golf, and a variety of outdoor activities. Registration (includes sessions, lodging, meals, and use of facilities): $195 by June 30; $215 by July 31; $235 after July 31. Visit www.priorityone.org. 

ONGOING EVENTS:

ANGER AND STRESS MANAGEMENT

Living Water Healing Center, 230 Livingston Ave. (Manor Heights), Staten Island, NY, hosts the following: Anger and Stress Management, Mondays, 7:30 p.m.; Cancer Support Group, Prayer, and Devotion, Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. Counseling available by appointment. Call (718) 876-5860, e-mail lwsc@livingwatermin.com, or visit www.livingwatermin.com.

‘BUSINESS, BIBLE, & BAGELS’

Somerset Christian College presents “Business, Bible, & Bagels,” a gathering for businessmen and women. Devotional with President David Schroeder and networking. Held at the Pillar of Fire Main Bldg. Reception Room, 10 College Way, Zarephath, NJ. Cost: $10. Contact Carol at (732) 356-1595, ext.1113 or cbirgfeld@somerset.edu for dates.

CALVARY TEMPLE LIFE GUIDANCE CENTER

Calvary Temple’s Life Guidance Center, 1111 Preakness Ave., Wayne, NJ, offers a variety of nurture groups that provide support, encouragement, and answers for the issues of life. Programs offered include: Anger Management–God’s Way, Biblical Health & Wellness, Divorce Care, Divorce Care for Kids, Grief Share, Healing for the Wounded Heart, Marriage Builders, Turning Point A & B (for those addicted & their families), and Men’s Pure Life Support Group. All are welcome. For times and information, e-mail ctagwayne@ctwnj.com, visit www.calvarytemplewayne.com, or call (973) 694-2938, ext. 252.

GENESIS SUMMER CAMP
Genesis Summer Camp is looking for Christian workers for its upcoming summer program. All workers must be at least 19 years old and be available to work from June 21-August 13. If interested, please e-mail your resume to RiversideAssemblyofGod@yahoo.com or fax it to (201) 798-1408, ATTN: Donna Murgola.

GRIEF, CRISIS, & DISASTER WORKSHOP

Living Water Healing Center, 230 Livingston Ave. (off Brielle Ave.), Staten Island, NY presents a Grief, Crisis, & Disaster Workshop, Mondays, 7:30 p.m. “Discover what happens to us whenever we lose someone or something important.” Call (718) 876-5860, e-mail lwsc@livingwatermin.com, or visit www.livingwatermin.com.

HAWTHORNE M.O.M.S. GROUP

A Cup of Coffee for M.O.M.S. (Moms Offering Moms Support), for moms with children through elementary school age, is held bi-monthly on Fridays, 9:30-11:00 a.m., at Hawthorne Gospel Church, Route 208 North, Hawthorne, NJ. Topics include: Parent/Child Communication Styles, Family Recipes, and a Beth Moore Bible Study. “MOMS is a place to feel nurtured as a woman, challenged as a mom and wife, and a place to build lasting friendships.” Free childcare provided. Contact JoAnn Smith at Joanns@hgcusa.org or (973) 427-6960. 

KIDS CLUB
Grace Community Church, 886 Franklin Ave., Franklin Lakes, NJ, hosts Kids Club, Saturdays, 7 p.m. For boys and girls in grades K-5. Features: crafts, story time, refreshments, and fun. Call (201) 337-8088. 

KOINONIA BIBLE FELLOWSHIP 

Koinonia Bible Fellowship, an interdenominational men’s ministry, is held every Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., at Plymouth Church of the Pilgrims, Hillis Hall, 75 Hicks St., Brooklyn, NY. Contact Kirk D. Lyons, Sr. at info@koinoniabiblefellowship.com or klyons@koinoniabiblefellowship.com or visit www.koinoniabiblefellowship.com.

LIVING WATERS MINISTRIES

WORSHIP & HEALING CENTER

Living Waters Ministries Worship & Healing Center, 399 Pascack Rd., Washington Twp., NJ, has worship services every 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month, 7 p.m. “Learn about your Jewish roots, how to have closer community, deal with past wounds, prepare for the end times, experience the joy of the Lord, etc.” The center’s school offers classes, Monday evenings, on Banners, Worship Dance, Signing, Jewish Roots & Messianic Dance, Dream & Vision Interpretation, End Time Prophecy, and Women’s Support Group. A Biblical Counseling and Prayer Ministry Program, including classes and individual sessions on inner healing, is also offered. The center’s Messianic, Worship Dance, & Christian Gift Resource Center is open before & after Saturday service. Call (973) 661-5217.

MANHATTAN YOUTH LEADERS’ MEETING
Manhattan youth leaders meet the second Monday of each month, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., at American Bible Society, 61^st and Broadway, NYC.

MARRIAGE COUNSELING RESOURCES

Living Water Healing Center, 230 Livingston Ave. (off Brielle Ave.), Staten Island, NY, presents a Marriage Counseling Resources Workshop, Mondays, 7:30 p.m.; Cancer Support Group, Prayer, & Devotion, Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. Counseling available by appointment. Call (718) 876-5860, e-mail lwsc@livingwatermin.com, or visit www.livingwatermin.com.

METRO APOSTOLIC NETWORK

GATEKEEPERS’ GATHERING

Metro Apostolic Network hosts a Gatekeepers’ Gathering every fourth Tuesday of the month. Fivefold Ministers are invited to attend a “roundtable” style meeting to “hear what the Spirit is saying.” Held at Living Water Church, 119 Biltmore St., N. Arlington, NJ. Visit www.MetroApostolicNetwork.com or call (973) 338-6627.

MIRACLE SERVICES

Living Water Healing Center, 230 Livingston Ave. (off Brielle Ave.), Staten Island, NY, holds miracle services every 2^nd and 4^th Saturday, 9:30 a.m. Prayer, worship, and the Word of God. E-mail lwsc@livingwatermin.com, visit www.livingwatermin.com, or call (718) 876-5860.

MOPS IN MONTCLAIR

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) of Montclair, support for mothers with children through age 6, meets at Montclair Community Church, 143 Watchung Ave., Montclair, NJ, on the following dates: June 11 (Mothers Night Out & Tricky Tray). Visit montclairmops.com.

MOPS IN NORTH HALEDON

MOPS (Mothers of Pre-Schoolers) of North Haledon, NJ, meets the first and third Wednesdays of each month at the 6^th Reformed Church, North Haledon. A program for mothers with children under school age, MOPS is comprised of all kinds of moms—urban to suburban, stay-at-home to working, single to married. MOPS provides a support network for moms through relationships at local meetings and through resources like the MOPS website, the daily MOMSense Radio program, and MOMSense magazine. The North Haledon MOPS group features a craft on the first Wednesday of the month and a guest speaker on the third Wednesday of the month. Childcare available. Cost: $5 per meeting. Call Carrie Johnson at (973) 423-2322.

PIONEER GIRLS
Grace Community Church, 886 Franklin Ave., Franklin Lakes, NJ, hosts Pioneer Girls, Fridays, 4 p.m. For girls in grades 2-6. Features: crafts, songs, and fun. Call (201) 337-8088. 

‘THE CONFIDENT WOMAN’ FELLOWSHIP

Living Water Healing Center, 230 Livingston Ave. (off Brielle Ave.), Staten Island, NY, hosts “The Confident Woman,” Mondays, 10:30 a.m. A time of refreshing, prayer, and fellowship. E-mail lwsc@livingwatermin.com, visit www.livingwatermin.com, or call (718) 876-5860.

‘VALUE-PACKED PARENTING’ SERIES

Grace and Truth Chapel, 131 Fardale Ave., Mahwah, NJ, hosts the free video series, “Value-Packed Parenting,” every month. June 6, 2 p.m.: “Standing Up to the New Goliath” For parents, grandparents, and family members “to help equip families to raise rock-solid kids in a pleasure-driven world.” Guest speaker: Dr. Kevin Leman, author and contributor to “Good Morning, America” and “CNN’s American Morning.” E-mail gtchapel@juno.com, visit www.gtchapel.org, or call (201) 327-6226.

COFFEE HOUSES

WEEKLY

CONNECTIONS CAFÉ

Connections Café coffeehouse, 18 Turntable Junction, Flemington, NJ, presents live music Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights, 7 p.m. Visit www.connectionscafe.biz or call (908) 782-1790.

THE WELL

Evangel Church, 1251 Terrill Rd., Scotch Plains, NJ, presents “The Well,” for ages 18-29, Sundays, 6:30 p.m. Features: worship, fellowship, and teaching. “Let’s come together at ‘the well’–a place to find something deeper.” Coffeehouse following. Call (908) 322-9300.