Bethany Baptist Church, 2475 Bethany Church Road, will have a yard sale and bake sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 27-28. All proceeds will benefit the youth church camp. For more information, call Josh Newberry at (404) 308-1746.

Friendship Baptist Church will have a benefit concert for its family life center at 7 p.m. Aug. 28. Cost is $10. Hamburger and hot dog plates will also be for sale for $5 beginning at 5:30 p.m.

Bethelview United Methodist Church, 4525 Bethelview Road, will have a benefit concert featuring Silver City Band at 4:30 p.m. Aug. 29. Proceeds will go to a church mission trip to eastern Kentucky. Tickets are $17.50 and can be purchased by downloading an order form at www.bethelview.net or by calling the church at (770) 887-4888.

A new single moms ministry at Bethelview United Methodist Church will begin at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 8 at 4525 Bethelview Road. It will meet twice a month at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday nights. Babysitting is available for $2 per group. Detailed information and registration is available online at www.bethelview.net or by calling (770) 887-4888.

Parkway Church will have its fall bazaar and fundraiser from 4-7 p.m. Sept. 10 and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 11. Admission is free and proceeds will benefit ParkwayÕs evangelism ministry. The events include more than 20 local vendors and artisans, homemade baked goods sale, a youth car wash, raffle drawings and food. Parkway Church is at 5830 Bethelview Road, a half-mile north of Ga. 400.

North Forsyth UMC will have an "Enrich Your Marriage" seminar from 5:30-7 p.m. Sept. 12, led by Sam and Angie Newman. Cost is $50 per couple and space is limited. Advanced registration is required. The church is at 6140 Ga. 400, Suite H (Crossroads Mall). For more information, call (770) 888-9898 or go online www.northforsythumc.org.

Beth Moore's "Living Proof Live Simulcast" will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 18. Cost is $30 per person, plus $8 for an optional boxed lunch. On Sept. 6 the cost will be $40 per ticket. Reserve your tickets online at www.northlanier.org. For information, call (770) 781-5433. The event is at North Lanier Baptist Church, 829 Atlanta Hwy.

Saints Raphael, Nicholas, and Irene Greek Orthodox Church in Cumming welcomes its new pastor, Fr. Barnabas Powell and his wife, Connie, to the parish family. Powell is a recent graduate of Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology in Boston and a native Georgian. The church invites guests to help welcome the Powells by visiting the church services at 8:45 a.m. Sundays and at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. Saints RNI is a welcoming parish, open to all.

Saints Raphael, Nicholas and Irene Greek Orthodox Church will launch its new Sunday school program at 9:45 a.m. Sept. 12. For more information, call the church office at (770) 781-5250 or go online at www.stsrni.org.

Christ the King Lutheran Church, 1125 Bettis-Tribble Gap Road, will have its annual yard sale in the church parking lot from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 24 and 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 25. Proceeds will benefit Habitat for Humanity.

New Hope United Methodist Church at 4815 Dawsonville Hwy. is a host site for Angel Food Ministries, which helps those in need purchase high-quality food for less. For more information, call (770) 889-7440 or go online www.angelfoodministries.com.

First Baptist Church Cumming offers an Employment Ministry Taskforce, or EMT, at 7:30 a.m. each Friday for the unemployed or underemployed. For more information, e-mail Kevin Jarvis at jkjarvis1@aol.com.

The North Georgia Prayer Line is open to callers in need of prayer at (706) 265-1295 Mondays through Saturdays 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sundays 2-9 p.m.

First Baptist Church Cumming is offering Financial Peace University for Just Marrieds (engaged through 5 years). For more information, e-mail discipleship@firstbaptistcumming.org, go online at www.firstbaptistcumming.org or call (770) 887-2428.

First Baptist Church Cumming is offering more than 25 classes to help people grow spiritually this fall, beginning Aug. 15. For more information, e-mail discipleship@firstbaptistcumming.org, go online at www.firstbaptistcumming.org or call (770) 887-2428.

Church of the Apostles will have a men's breakfast at 7:30 a.m. every Tuesday in the church fellowship hall. There will be fellowship, food and teaching for men. For more information, call (706) 216-4912 or go online at www.cotachurch.com.

Watch and Wait radio ministry with Joey Heard is from 2 to 2:30 p.m. Sundays on WGTJ, 1330 AM or www.Glory1330.com. For more information, contact Heard at watchandwaitministry@rocketmail.com or (678) 947-9850.

St. Columba's Monday Morning Moms will meet from 10-11:30 a.m. the first and third Mondays of each month for fellowship, prayer and support at the church, 939 James Burgess Road. Children welcome.

War Hill Christian Academy is accepting applications for the 2010-11 school year._For more information, call the school office at (706) 216-3524 to set up an appointment to see how their program can work for you.

Creekside UMC, 673 Peachtree Pkwy., invites guests at 9:30 a.m. Sundays for Sunday school and adult Bible studies, a complimentary cafe at 10:15 a.m. and worship and Kidz Church at 10:50 a.m. For more information, go online at www.creekside.net or call (770) 888-8449.

New Hope United Methodist Church is now a host site for Angel Food Ministries, which makes it easy to purchase high-quality food for less than 50 percent of retail costs. Everyone qualifies. For more information, go online at AngelFoodMinistries.com or call (770) 889-7440.

Shiloh UMC, 4946 Shiloh Road, now has a prayer box outside the church. Feel free to drop off prayer requests and let church members pray for the needs. For more information, call (770) 887-8075.

Concord Baptist Church will have monthly luncheons for seniors 55 and older from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of each month at the church's family life center. There will be meals, door prizes and entertainment, with Ted Bearden and Little Mountain Band performing this month. Lunch is $6 and reservations must be made by calling the church secretary at (770) 887-9482.

Lord of Life Lutheran Church at 5390 McGinnis Ferry Road, invites everyone to worship at 9:30 a. m. on Sundays (summer hours). Nursery is provided. For directions or more information, call (770) 740-1279 or visit www.lord-life.org.

Longstreet Baptist Church preschool has openings for its weekday program for fall 2010. Classes are for children ages 2-4. For more information, go online at www.longstreetchurch.com or call (770) 781-9100.

Concord Baptist Church weekday preschool is accepting registration for the 2010-11 school year, beginning Sept. 7. Classes are for children ages 2-4. For more information, call (770) 886-9230 or go online at www.cbccumming.org.

Deer Creek Shores Presbyterian Church preschool is now enrolling for the 2010-11 school year. It offers Christian-based curriculum for ages 2-5. For more information, call (770) 888-5101 or visit the facilities from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Mondays through Fridays.

North Lanier Baptist Church's weekday summer program has open registration for children ages six months through second grade (completed). Class times are 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays. For class schedule and cost, call (770) 205-8422 or go online at www.northlanier.org. The church is at 829 Atlanta Hwy.

North Lanier Baptist Church's mothers' morning out, preschool and kindergarten programs are accepting applications for the 2010-11 school year. Class times are 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. For more information, call (770) 205-8422 or go online at www.northlanier.org. The church is at 829 Atlanta Hwy.

Good Shepherd Catholic Church preschool is accepting registration for the 2010-11 school year. It accepts children ages 2 through 4 and offers multiple programs. For more information, call (770) 887-9861, Ext. 14 or go online at www.gspreschool.org.

Lanier Christian Preschool has opened registration for the 2010-11 school year for children ages 15 months to 4 years. For more information, call (678) 947-1091 or go online at www.lanierpreschool.org.

Lord of Life Lutheran Church at 5390 McGinnis Ferry Road has opened preschool registration for the 2010-11 school year. For more information, call (770) 740-1534.

Friendship Chrisitian School has opened preschool registration for the 2010-11 school year. The program will offer two-, three- and five-day classes for children ages 2-5. For more information or to schedule a tour, go online at www.friendshipchristianschool.us or call Becky Holmes at (678) 360-3837.

Cumming First United Methodist Church has opened registration for its preschool and kindergarten programs for the 2010-11 school year. There is space available in the Tuesday/Thursday 3-year-old classes and opening available in the five-day and two-day 4-year-old program. Classes begin Sept. 7. For more information, call (770) 889-4580 or come by the preschool at 770 Canton Hwy.

War Hill Christian Academy is offering a winter phase preschool program. This program is designed for the child who missed out on registration earlier in the year or the child who turned 4 after the fall term began. Space is limited, so call (706) 216-3524 for more information.

St. Columba Episcopal Church welcomes the community to its services:
*_Saturday Mass, 5:50 p.m.
* Sunday Mass, 7:45 a.m. Rite I
* Sunday Chorister choir, 9 a.m.
* Sunday St. Columba choir, 11:15 a.m.
* Wednesday Mass, 6 p.m.
The church is at 939 James Burgess Road. For more information, call (770) 888-4464.

Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church welcomes everyone to its weekly events:
* 11 a.m. Sunday worship
* 10 a.m. Tuesday Bible study
* 9 a.m. preschool Tuesday through Thursday.
For more information or preschool enrollment, call (770) 844-7095.

Lord of Life Lutheran Church at 5390 McGinnis Ferry Road, invites everyone to worship at 8:30 and 11 a.m. on Sunday, with Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. A nursery is provided. For directions or more information, call (770) 740-1279 or visit www.lord-life.org.

Saints Raphael, Nicholas and Irene Greek Orthodox Church is open to the Forsyth County community. The church is part of the oldest Christian tradition, dating back to 33 A.D., the day of Pentecost. The church is at 3074 Bethelview Road. To learn more, call (770) 781-5250.

Parkway Church welcomes everyone to ÒConnect, Grow and ServeÓ in Jesus Christ by participating in its weekly events:
* Sunday service at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.
* Sunday youth fellowship and adult Bible study at 5 p.m.
* Brazilian worship and fellowship at 7 p.m. Sunday
* Wednesday fellowship dinner at 5:30 p.m. with Bible study classes to follow.
Parkway Church is at 5830 Bethelview Road.

Living Faith Lutheran Church is starting the Voyager Series, a 12-week course which thoroughly grounds people in the Word of God. The course will introduce you to confessional Lutheran teaching and is offered at 9 a.m. every Sunday. It is taught by Pastor Tim Droegemueller in the sanctuary. Living Faith Lutheran Church is at 103 Buford Dam Road in Cumming. Call (770) 887-0184 or visit the Web site at www.livingfaithlutheran.com for more information.

Bethelview United Methodist Church invites everyone to its weekly schedule of events. Sunday Bible studies are at 9:30 a.m., with a worship service at 10:30 a.m. A Wednesday fellowship supper is at 5:30 p.m. followed by Bible studies for all age groups. The church is at 4525 Bethelview Road in Cumming (just south of Bethelview and Kelly Mill roads). For more information, call (770) 887-4888 or go online at www.bethelview.net.

Chalcedon Presbyterian Church believes the Word of God is the only rule of life for the Christian._It is through the true preaching of the Word of God that hearts are transformed, lives are changed, and cultures are reformed. Sundays at 11 a.m., the Rev. Joe Morecraft III continues today-applicable teaching. During the 6 p.m. Bible study time, we are exploring the history of many of the great reformers of the 15th and 16th centuries._For more information, visit the Web site at www.chalcedon.org.

Georgia Mountains Unitarian Universalist Church welcomes everyone to attend weekly worship services at 11 a.m. on Sundays at 439 S. Park St. in Dahlonega. Children's religous education classes begin at 11:30 a.m.

Concord Baptist Church gives away free food the fourth Thursday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the church.

Helping Hurting Hearts is a support group of caring Christians who meet to listen and give advice to people with various problems in a loving, non-professional setting at Lanier Church. The group meets in the Lanier UMC worship center from 4-6 p.m. Sunday afternoons and welcomes anyone who needs an ear to hear. For more information, call the church at (770) 887-0615. Lanier United Methodist Church is located at 1979 Buford Hwy. in Cumming. Visit the churchÕs Web site at www.lanierumc.org.

Grace Chapel Church of Christ invites you to its weekly schedule of events:
* 9:30 a.m. Sunday worship assembly.
* 11 a.m. Sunday Bible study.
* Life Groups are held each Sunday evening for fellowship and study.
* 7 p.m. Wednesday Bible study.
* Counseling services are offered by appointment. Call (770) 457-3028 for more information.
The church is at 6755 Majors Road in Cumming, at the corner of Majors and Castleberry. For more information, call (678) 455-6845 or visit the Web site at www.GraceChapelChurch.com.

Reformers Unanimous is a faith-based, Christ-centered addictions program that directs the addicted back to GodÕs support group, the local church. Headquartered in Rockford, Ill., RU has chapters around the world helping people break the chains of addiction. A local chapter meets at 4 p.m. each Friday at Vision Baptist Church (www.visionbaptist.com) where stories of victory are shared, groups and individuals are personally counseled from GodÕs Word and lessons are taught on overcoming temptations of all sort. For information or help, call (678) 994-2174.

Nediv Lev: The Free Synagogue of Atlanta is offering an open, progressive and thoughtful spiritual home. It seeks advisory committee members prior to its launch. Contact Rabbi Scott Saulson at (770) 335-2311 or NedivLev@bellsouth.net.

Church of the Savior, UCC welcomes all to join it on Sundays. The church is at 1950 Old Alabama Road in Roswell. Sunday worship is at 11 a.m. and Wednesday Taize Worship is at 8 p.m. Chris T. Graham is the pastor. Visit www.cofsavior.org or call (770) 998-6789 for more information.

Amazing Grace Baptist Church collects clothes, shoes and food for the homeless and poor. It asks for non-perishable items only and needs all sizes. Tax donation forms are given for gifts. Call (770) 406-8189 for more information.

ÒThe WayÓ Baptist Ministries worship service is at 11 a.m. on Sundays. The church is at 6905 Post Road in Cumming.

Christ Redeemer Catholic Church invites everyone to visit the church and worship at the following Masses: Saturday Mass- 5:30 p.m.; Sunday Mass- 9 and 11:15 a.m.; Weekday Mass- Tuesday and Thursday at 9 a.m., Wednesday and Friday at 6:15 p.m.; Confessions- Wednesday at 5:15 p.m. and Saturday at 4:30 p.m. or by appiontment. The church is at 991 Kilough Church Road in Dawsonville. Call (706) 265-1361 for more information.

Johns Creek Baptist Church offers Pilates and Pilates Sculpt at 10:15 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and 10:15 a.m. on Thursdays. The cost is $15 per month for unlimited classes.
Youth Weight Training is offered 7 p.m. on Mondays. The cost is $120.
Youth Speed and Agility Classes are 5:45-6:45 p.m. on Mondays for boys and girls in fourth through eighth grade. The cost is $75 for four weeks.
Cake Decorating is taught 6:30- 8:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and 9:30-11:30 a.m. on Thursdays.
For more information or to register, contact Activities Director Tracy Morris at tmorris@jcbc.org.

Living Faith Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod welcomes everyone to Sunday school, Confirmation classes and Bible studies at 9 a.m. and worship services at 10:15 a.m. every Sunday. Wednesday night ministry (runs during school year) begins with a light supper at 6 p.m. and childrenÕs classes, Confirmation classes and Bible studies at 7 p.m. Nursery care is provided during all worship services. They are at 103 Buford Dam Road in Cumming. For more information, call (770) 887-0184 or visit www.LivingFaithLutheran.com.

Berean Baptist Church, an independent, Bible-believing church, invites everyone to its services: Sunday school at 10 a.m., Sunday services at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. and Wednesday Bible-study/Patch club at 7 p.m. ChildrenÕs programs on Sunday morning and Wednesday night, and child care available at all services. The church is at 7110 Majors Road. Call Pastor Bob Baines at (770) 889-1302 for more information.

Freedom Tabernacle invites individuals and families to attend weekly praise and worship services beginning at 10 a.m. on Sundays and at 7 p.m. on Wednesdays. Freedom Tabernacle is just off Ga. 400 North and Pilgrim Mill Road at 2160 Freedom Pkwy. in Cumming. To learn more about the ministries of Freedom Tabernacle Church, call (770) 887-4679.

J.C. Riders Motorcycle Ministry and GodÕs House of Prayer welcomes everyone to ÒBikerÕs DayÓ on the last Sunday of every month at GodÕs House of Prayer at 4625 Canton Hwy., Building A, in Cumming. Sunday school is at 10 a.m. and worship services are at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. A ride will follow the 11 a.m. service. Services are also held at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday. A love offering will be received to support the homeless, families in need, battered women and children and a drug and alcohol center program. You do not have to ride a motorcycle to be a part of the ministry, everyone is welcome. Call the Rev. G. Allen Boyd at (770) 893-4613 or Arch Campbell at (404) 427-7677 for more information.

Mothers Against Methamphetamine meets the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. at New Hope United Methodist Church. MAMa is a support group for those whose loved ones have fallen victim to this highly addictive drug. In addition to providing Christian support, they provide resources for education. All are invited to come and educate themselves for the sake of their friends and family. Contact Claire McDonald at (404) 502-0797 or cmcdonald@newhopeumc.org.

Northminster Reformed Presbyterian Church, a mission congregation of the Reformed Presbyterian Church of North America, meets at the Hampton Inn and Suites at Exit 11 off Ga. 400. Morning worship is every Sunday at 10 a.m. For more information, visit the Web site at www.atlanta-rpc.org or call the pastor, Frank J. Smith, at (770) 241-3946.

The Unshakable Word Restoration Ministries offers Substance Abuse Outreach program at 5 p.m. the first Saturday of every month. For more information, call (770) 633-3216.

Mothers of Preschoolers, a Creekside UMC Ministry, is designed for mothers with children ages birth to 6. Meetings include breakfast, door prizes, an outside speaker, peer discussion and craft time. Our MOPPETS program includes stories, play, music and crafts for little ones. Meetings are the first and third Friday of each month at Creekside Methodist Church. Fees are $6 per meeting, $10 for you and your children to attend. A one-time fee of $30 covers MOPS to MOM Connections. For more information or to register, call (888) 889-8449, ext. 116.

New Chapter of TOPS will have weigh-ins from 10:45-11:10 a.m. on Tuesdays at Good Shepherd Catholic Church (3740 Holtzclaw Road in Cumming). They will be in the Parish Life Center. For more information, call (770) 889-2943.

Antioch Baptist Church in Cumming announces ÒThe Hope of GloryÓ radio broadcast. It airs each Sunday at 2:30 p.m. on WGTJ 1330AM, or it can be heard any time at www.glory1330.com/antioch.html.

Piedmont Methodist Church is looking for people who desire to be a member of a small church choir. PiedmontÕs purpose is to glorify God with music while being co-members of a team. The church is at 1170 Dahlonega Hwy. in Cumming. For more information, call (770) 781-9862.

Community Lighthouse Bible Study meets every Friday at 9:30 a.m. at Big Creek Church on McGinnis Ferry Road. Women from all different backgrounds come together in an environment created to foster fellowship, conversation and spiritual growth. For more information or to register, call Tammy Hensley at (770) 888-2215.

Deer Creek Shores Presbyterian Church will have Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. and church at 11 a.m. Day care will be provided. The church is at 7620 Lanier Drive in Cumming. For more information, call (770) 887-6801.

Christ Central Fellowship offers Sunday morning worship at 10:30 a.m. and Unchained for ages 13-18 every Wednesday at 7 p.m. The church is at 433 Canton Highway, Suite 315 in Cumming. Visit online at www.ChristCentralFellowship.com. Please e-mail prayer requests and inquiries to pastorgregccf@bellsouth.net.

Bible Study and Fellowship meetings will be held on Tuesday mornings at 10 a.m., in the music room at Christ the King Lutheran Church. It is a time for reconnecting, reading, reflecting, and responding. For more information, call (770) 889-5328.

Piecemakers Quilt Guild at Christ the King Lutheran Church at the corner of Bettis Tribble Gap Road and Sawnee Drive. Meetings are at 1 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month. All quilters in Forsyth County are invited and welcome.

Etowah River Church of Christ invites you to Sunday Bible Study at 9:30 a.m. Worship is on Sunday, at 10:30 a.m., and Wednesday at 7 p.m. For more information, call (706) 265-8834 or visit www.etowahriverchurchofchrist.org.

Deer Creek Shores Presbyterian Church invites you to join our family. Sunday school begins at 9:45 a.m. and childcare is provided every week. Worship service begins at 11 a.m. The church is at 7620 Lanier Drive in Cumming. For more information, call (770) 887-6801.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly program will be held 10:45 a.m. Tuesdays at Good Shepherd Catholic Church Parish Life Center. For more information, call (770) 889-2943.

Abba House is a Christian church with a ministry for women with addiction or mental health problems. After an orientation period, the women who receive ministry can bring their young children to live and heal with them. AH is one of the few programs where children can join their mothers as they are receiving ministry for addiction. On the border of Dawson and Forsyth counties, AH is the safe home many women have never had. Local churches and companies that partner with AH will have collection days where individuals can bring food, clothing, baby items and furniture to help support the ministries. Local churches will provide vouchers that can be redeemed at Abbaís Treasures, a store Abba House has opened at 6800 Dahlonega Highway in Silver City. Needed items are food, clothing, baby clothing, baby beds, baby strollers, most other baby items, sofas, dressers, chairs, tables and other furniture. All donations are approved by the IRS as tax deductible. For information, call 678-208-2000.

Reconciled asks are you a Christian? Are you a motorcyclist? Are you looking for fellowship and someone to ride with that will share your love not only for the Lord but your interest in motorcycles? A Christian motorcyclist ministry meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at Northland Church. For more information, contact Kenneth Smith at (404) 401-7557.

Bible study is offered to help Christians grow in knowledge and relationship with the living God through Community Bible Study. CBS is an interdenominational Bible Study that combines individual study, small group discussion, effective teaching and fellowship that meets Tuesdays at First Redeemer Church, 2135 Old Alpharetta Road in Cumming from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Childrenís program is also available. For more information, contact Maggie Edmiston at (770) 754-6614.

Trinity Presbyterian Church of the Free Home Community is sponsoring a ÒSilent PrayerÓ time on every Wednesday, at 6:30 p.m. It is at 1136 Trinity Church Road. The public is welcome. For more information, call (678) 493-6955.

Big Creek Church of Cumming and Access Christian Counseling offers a free divorce recovery support class for men and women who have experienced or are currently experiencing the difficulties of separation, divorce and marital loss. For more information, contact Dr. Jeffrey Stull at (770) 888-7754.

Christ Fellowship Church offers Covenant Marriage Class for adults on Sundays at 9 a.m. For information, call (706) 216-3248.