Roanoke Times
Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: SATURDAY, April 1, 1995 TAG: 9504030025
SECTION: CURRENT PAGE: NRV-4 EDITION: NEW RIVER VALLEY
SOURCE: RICK LINDQUIST
DATELINE: LENGTH: Long
"The Bible commands us to respect those in positions of authority, and this is just one way for us to show our respect and appreciation," he said.
During the service, Blacksburg Police Chief Bill Brown will receive donations from the congregation for Special Olympics. The department raises funds for the annual event. For more information, call 552-1267.
A Reminder: DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME officially begins Sunday, 2 a.m. Set clocks ahead by one hour before going to bed Saturday, to avoid being late for Sunday services.
LENTEN OBSERVANCES
The Rev. Dr. Toombs H. Kay Jr. preaches at Lenten renewal services Sunday through Tuesday, Grove United Methodist Church, 1020 Tyler Ave., Radford, Sunday , 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m., and weeknights at 7:30. Nursery provided. Kay addresses a women's luncheon Monday, noon, fellowship hall, and a men's breakfast Tuesday, 7 a.m., Best Western Inn, Radford.
St. Mary's-Christiansburg Catholic Community, visits the Stations of the Cross Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 1845 Cambria St.
Luther Memorial Lutheran Church, Toms Creek and Prices Fork roads, Blacksburg, offers Lenten worship Wednesdays, noon.
Midweek Lenten programs are Wednesdays, Grove United Methodist Church, 1020 Tyler Ave., Radford. Dinner, 5:45 p.m., fellowship hall. Study groups for all ages, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Nursery provided. 639-2807.
"A Celebration of Discipline" brings together four Blacksburg churches for Wednesday Lenten programs. Light supper, 6 p.m. Program, 6:45-7:30 p.m. Child care available. Wednesday, St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, 706 Harding Ave., Blacksburg, the topic is "Celebration."
St. Peter's Anglican Catholic Church, 230 W. First St., Christiansburg, holds Wednesday Lenten services and a program, "The Five Faces of Death," a study of the Christian understanding of death. The program follows the service of evening prayer at 7:30 p.m. 382-7970.
Christiansburg Presbyterian Church, 107 W. Main St., continues its "Supper and Study" series Thursday in the fellowship hall. Light supper, 6 p.m. Bible study and discussion follow. 382-2802.
Northside Presbyterian Church, Watson and Progress streets, Blacksburg, offers a video-discussion series, "Wrestling with Angels," Thursday evenings. Informal meal, 6:30 p.m. Program, 7 p.m. 552-4327.
The Christiansburg Ministerial Association sponsors lunch and Christian fellowship Fridays during Lent. Lunch, noon. Worship 12:30-1 p.m. Program topics derive from names given to Jesus at stops on his way to the cross. Friday, St. Thomas Church, East Main and Roanoke streets, Christiansburg: Garden Tomb, "Jesus" (Luke 23:52).
St. Paul United Methodist Church, 220 W. Main St., Christiansburg, continues "Services for Persons Not Knowing Which Way to Turn," Sunday, focusing on depression. 382-2410.
SERVICES
Lillian Wyms presents "Twelve Gates to the City" for the Missionary Society of First Missionary Baptist Church, today, 6 p.m., at the church, New River.
"A Universal Ethic of Human Rights" is the Fred Foldvary's topic Sunday, 10:30 a.m., at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of the New River Valley, 1301 Gladewood Drive, Blacksburg. 552-3785 or 552-8050.
Victory Temple Pentecostal Church of God, 1020 Cambria St., Christiansburg, has revival services Sunday through April 16, 7:30 p.m., with evangelists Luther Gilmore and Randy Woolwine. 382-4370.
New Hope United Methodist Church, Church Street, New River, a spring revival is Sunday through Tuesday, 7 p.m. The Rev. Jerry Wyms, the Rev. C. G. Slaughter and the Rev. Lyle Morton speak. Offerings benefit kidney transplant patient Wendy Taylor of Radford. 639-1470.
Zion Hill Baptist Church, Radford, holds a spring revival Monday through Thursday, 7 p.m. The Rev. Donald Mays preaches. 639-6197 or 639-1938.
Palm Sunday services at St. Jude Catholic Church, 1740 Tyler Road, just outside Radford, are April 8, 5:15 p.m. and April 9, 11 a.m. April 10, prayer service, 7 p.m.
Spring youth revival at First Baptist Church, 1730 West St., Radford, is April 10-12, 7 p.m., featuring guest speakers and area choirs.
The Rev. Dr. Bill Neece is the evangelist for revival services April 9-12, Sunday, 10:45 a.m. and 7 p.m.; weekdays at 7 p.m., First Church of God, 110 E. Roanoke St., Blacksburg. 552-3404.
HAPPENINGS
College students of Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church, 2101 Shadow Lake Road, Blacksburg, present the sixth annual "Kid's Super Saturday" today, 10 a.m.-noon, for youngsters ages 3-11. Puppet show, singing, crafts and games. Free. Kathy Ribbens, 552-8851.
Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church, Blacksburg, holds open house at its new church at 2101 Shadow Lake Road. The public is welcome today, noon-3 p.m., and Sunday, 2-4 p.m. 552-3364 or 953-1018.
The United Methodist Men's Group sponsors a barbecue today, 5-7 p.m., social hall, White Memorial United Methodist Church, U.S. 11-460, Shawsville. Adults, $6; children under 12, $3. 268-5130.
The Voices of Vision drama group, First Baptist Church, Narrows, presents "Emmanuel Has Come," today and Sunday, 7:30 p.m., Old Narrows High School annex. Free.
Fairlawn Church of God, Peppers Ferry Road, continues its campaign, "God Gives the Increase," Sunday, when members are encouraged to bring five visitors to church. Sunday school 10 a.m., worship 11 a.m. 639-1511.
Family bowling Sunday, 1:30-5:30 p.m., Triangle Lanes, Christiansburg, benefits the Habitat for Humanity Christiansburg house project. A house workday is April 8, with morning and afternoon shifts.
Glade Baptist Church, 1600 Glade Road, Blacksburg, holds a prayer retreat Friday and Saturday, April 7 and 8, featuring the Rev. E. Glenn Hinson of Baptist Theological Seminary, Richmond. All faiths are welcome. Hinson discusses how prayer informs everyday life. Registration, 552-3394.
MAKING A JOYFUL NOISE
At Street Light Cafe, 300 N. Franklin St., Christiansburg tonight, The Martin Family appears for WBLB Night. $2 suggested donation. April 7-8 is Talent Showcase Weekend for church groups and soloists (registration requested). 381-1006.
The Farley Brothers, Young at Heart and Jerry Buckner perform today, 7 p.m., Belmont Baptist Church.
The Gospel Travelers sing today, 7 p.m., Blacksburg Pentecostal Holiness Church, Warren and Center streets.
The Gospel Strings sing today, 7 p.m., Church of God of Prophecy, Allisonia. 382-4654 or 382-7571.
Recording artist Randy Coward appears Sunday, 9:45 a.m., Rockford United Methodist Church, Viscoe Road (off Pepper's Ferry Road), Fairlawn. All are welcome. Coward, an ordained minister, is an officer of the International Country Gospel Music Association.
The Ruppes of South Carolina sing at a gospel music service Sunday, 11 a.m., Merrimac Pentecostal Holiness Church, Merrimac Road, Blacksburg. 552-5070.
Pianist and former symphony orchestra conductor Gregor Breir of Germany performs Thursday, 7 p.m., Trinity Baptist Church, Christiansburg. Breir directed the Braunschweig Symphony Orchestra before entering the ministry. 382-8121.
The Scotts sing April 8, 7 p.m., Christiansburg Church of God of Prophecy, Craig Street.
The Down Home Gospel Singers and Sunshine Express Trio join the Gospel Strings and Highland Gospel Singers April 8, 7 p.m., Oil, Chemical and Atomic Workers union hall, Peppers Ferry Road, Fairlawn. Admission is free; video cameras welcome. 382-4654 or 382-7571.
The combined adult and college choirs, with orchestra, perform "How Great Thou Art: The Easter Story in Music," Palm Sunday, April 9, 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., Blacksburg Baptist Church, 550 N. Main St. 552-3869.
The Over the Hill Gospel and Bluegrass Band of High Point, N.C., performs April 15, 7 p.m., Oil, Chemical and Atomic Workers union hall, Peppers Ferry Road, Fairlawn. Donations welcome. 381-0318.
PEOPLE
The Rev. CATHERINE C. SNYDER is installed as Presbyterian Campus Minister at Virginia Tech Sunday, 7 p.m., Memorial Chapel, Virginia Tech. A reception follows in Old Dominion Ballroom, Squires Student Center. All are welcome.
The Rev. HERBERT MYERS, assistant to the rector at Blacksburg's Christ Episcopal Church for the past 13 years, leaves the staff in May. The retired clergyman and his wife, Aileen, plan to move to Ohio, where they formerly lived. The congregation honors the couple with a reception April 23, 7-9 p.m. at the church.
In Religion is a regular Saturday feature of the New River Current. Please send news of your church or religious organization care of Rick Lindquist, New River Current, Roanoke Times & World-News, P.O. Box 540, Christiansburg 24073. Fax: 381-1656. E-mail: Currentbev.net. Clear, sharp photographs accompanying news items are welcome. Items must be received by noon Wednesday for use in that week's column.
by CNB