Seventh-day Adventist
Sabbath school at Ardmore’s Seventh-day Adventist Church begins at 9:15 a.m. Saturday followed by a sermon at 11 a.m.
Worship and study opportunities throughout the week include:
• Spanish Bible Study at 7 p.m. Mon.
• Men’s Study Group at 7 p.m. Tues.
• Wednesday Prayer Meeting at 7 p.m.
The church is located at 828 Locust St.
For more information about the church and all activities call (580) 223-1975.
First Baptist
First Baptist Church middle schoolers will leave Sunday for a week-long mission trip to Tulsa.
FBC’s annual “Picnic in Central Park” is scheduled for July 5. Events will begin at 5:30 p.m. The church will provide hamburgers, hot dogs and chips. Those attending the picnic should bring “whatever you want to drink, a freezer of homemade ice cream with a serving spoon or a dessert,” as well as lawn chairs and board games. There will be a moon bounce for children. The picnic is described as an opportunity to bring friends and enjoy fun, food and fellowship.
FBC’s Vacation Bible School will be July 6-10. VBS work days continue on Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to noon. A nursery is provided for those attending work days.
Church members are invited to discover their unique personality, spiritual gifts and leadership style online at assessme.org/1894. Those without access to a computer should contact the education office for assistance.
Dr. Alton Fannin is pastor at FBC, which is located at 225 1st Ave. SW.
Sunday worship services at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. can be seen on Cableone Channel 21. The Sunday worship and event schedule also includes:
• Sanctuary worship at 8:30 a.m.
• Connection Cafe’ Coffee Shop (welcome center) - 9-11 a.m.
• Family Media Center - 9-10 a.m.
• Sunday School - 9:30 a.m.
• Sanctuary worship - 11 a.m.
• “Fusion” Worship in the Fellowship Hall - 11 a.m.
• Kidz Under Construction in the chapel at 11 a.m.
• Team Outreach Leadership - 2 p.m. in Room 2A Adult Annex
• Sanctuary worship - 6 p.m.
More information about the church can be obtained by calling (580) 223-1473 or online at www.fbcardmore.org.
St. Mary
Youth at St. Mary, Our Lady of the Rosary, Catholic Church will have an opportunity to attend Vocation Summer Camp next month at Our Lady of Guadulupe Camp near Oklahoma City.
The camp is for young men, freshmen through graduating high school seniors, and begins at 5 p.m. July 29 and concludes at noon July 31. Camp for young women, ages 15 to 20, follows starting at 5 p.m. July 31 and concluding at noon Aug. 2. The camps are free and offer youth the opportunity to explore religious life.
Those interested in attending one of the camps should notify Charlie Tanner at (580) 226-1507.
Parishioners are invited to “stop by and see” the newly renovated playground area designed by Rusty Weaver. The playground is located between the nursery and the school building.
Others who assisted with the renovation project include Jim Supan, Wes Weaver, Tom Betzen, Gavin Anderson and Jim Schumacher.
Children using the playground should be supervised by an adult.
St. Mary Youth will not meet Sunday, but will meet June 28 from 6-8 p.m.
Three Masses are offered every weekend at St. Mary. On Saturday an English Mass is celebrated at 5:30 p.m. followed by a Spanish Mass at 7:30 p.m. An English Mass is also celebrated at 10:45 a.m. Sunday.
Mass and other weekday events at St. Mary include:
• English Mass - 12:07 p.m. Monday
• English Mass - 5:30 pm. Tuesday
• English Mass - 9 a.m. Wednesday
• Coffee social follows Wednesday Mass in Annex
• English Mass - 9 a.m. Thursday
• Rosary for vocations follows Thursday Mass
• English Mass - 12:07 p.m. Friday
St. Mary is located at 125 E St. SW. The Rev. Thomas O’Toole serves as rector. To contact St. Mary call (580) 223-0231 or access information online at www.stmaryardmoreok.org.
Solid Rock
Free quality used clothing and other items will be offered from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at Solid Rock Ministry, 3825 S. Carter St.
The giveaway program features a wide variety of men’s, women, children clothing, as well as linens and some kitchen ware. Those with immediate needs should call Denise at (580) 226- 9976.
Solid Rock Ministry is a nondenominational church offering relevant and practical teaching of God’s word. Contemporary gospel music enhances the worship service in a casual atmosphere. Regular Sunday worship is 10 a.m. Fellowship is at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
St. Philip’s
St. Philip’s Episcopal Church will join First Presbyterian Church for Vacation Bible School starting Monday.
“Clean Water for all God’s Children” focuses on Jesus Christ as Living Water for our bodies and our souls. This theme explores scriptures that refer particularly to God’s use of water as an agent of creation, salvation, healing, blessing and health. It also explores the world water situation which is in crisis.
VBS is for children and adults and is hosted by First Presbyterian. It will begin each evening at 5:45 p.m. with supper. The meal is free but a love offering will be taken to benefit “Living Waters for the World,” clean water project. Classes start 6:15 p.m. St. Philip’s Mother Frankfurt will be leading the adult session on Thursday. Registration is appreciated. A registration form can be found online at St. Philip’s Website or call the church office at (580) 223-3800.
Sunday “The Wired Word” for adults will begin at 8:30 a.m. The subject is the national switch-over from analog to digital television broadcasting, which has been referred to as a conversion.
“Indeed, the response to it (switch-over) bears some similarities to the response to an invitation to spiritual conversion and the resistance to change that God has to overcome in our hearts for us to receive Christ. We are going to look at the matters of spiritual conversion and change,” Frankfurt said.
Discussion will focus on the following questions:
• Is spiritual conversion, what is sometimes called the “new birth,” a one-time event — something that occurs at a particular point in time -— or is it something that happens gradually or in stages?
Explain your answer. Can conversion occur differently in different people?
• From a spiritual point of view, is conversion necessary for everyone? Why or why not?
• What is the goal of spiritual conversion? Does it have to do primarily with one’s eternal destination or with how one spends one’s life in the here and now?
• Why do clear alerts to upcoming changes or even dangers move only some people to take action? Why do some people respond by resistance, dragging their feet, inattention, half-hearted preparations, sticking their heads in the sand or even outright denial?
• Has your view of what spiritual conversion means changed over time? If so, in what ways?
Scriptures used for the discussion include: 2 Kings 5:1-17, Luke 19:1-10, Matthew 18:1-5, Mark 1:1-8, Acts 3:11-26 and Romans 3:21-26.
Holy Eucharist will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m. Readings include: 1 Samuel 17: (1a, 4-11, 19-23), 32-49, Psalm 9:9-20, 2 Corinthians 6:1-13 and Mark 4:35-41. Fellowship and coffee follows Mass at 10:30 a.m. in the Parish Hall. A nursery is available from 8:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Mass on the Grass will continue on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. through July 8. Following services is a cookout. Everyone should bring their own meat to grill and a side dish to share.
The Episcopal Church welcomes all people regardless of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or age.
St. Philip’s is located at 516 McLish St. The Rev. Dawn Frankfurt is serving as interim rector. The Rev. Michelle D. Rahhal serves as deacon.
For information call (580) 226-2191, Fax (580) 226- 2199 or sent an e-mail to stphilip@cableone.net. Information can also be found online at http://stphilips.episcopaloklahoma.org or on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/group.php?gid=51855589027.
First Methodist
The congregation at First United Methodist Church will celebrate Father’s Day Sunday with three morning worship services, Sunday School and a special Bible study.
Morning sessions include:
• Worship in McClure Chapel at 8:30 a.m.
• Sunday School for all ages at 9:45 a.m.
• What’s In the Bible? study at 10 a.m.
• Sanctuary worship at 10:55 a.m.
• EPIC worship in the Colvert Ministry Center at 11 a.m.
Other Sunday activities at FUMC include
• Junior and Senior High Youth groups at 6 p.m.
• Girl’s Night Out at 6 p.m.
• Celebrate Recovery at 7 p.m.
Several studies and activities are planned for throughout the week including Vacation Bible School starting Monday and running through Friday. Other events include:
Monday
• Clothes Closet opens at 1 p.m.
• David Bible Study at 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday
• Faith Circle at Elmbrook Suites at 10 a.m.
Wednesday
• Clothes Closet opens at 9 a.m.
• Prayer Ambassadors at 5:30 p.m.
• Worship in the Colvert Ministry Center at 6:15 p.m.
• Celebrate Recovery at 7 p.m.
• Mid-Week Youth Group at 7 p.m.
• Sanctuary Choir rehearsal at 7:15 p.m.
FUMC is located at 501 W. Main St. For more information call (580) 223-5390 or visit the church Website at www.fumcardmore.com.
