Churches

Cheney Congregational Church

Are you searching for a church? Visit us and check us out at 10 a.m. any Sunday at 423 N. 6th St. and stay for refreshments at 11 a.m. in our fellowship hall so we can get acquainted.

Our new pastor, Matt Goodale, is continuing his sermon series, “A Surprising Family of Faith,” focusing on how we all encounter God in unique ways, this Sunday, July 28, at 10 a.m. Our faith journeys may look different, but they are all embraced by God, who uses each of our stories to reveal a different texture, color or shade of God’s love for us all.

He will preach this week on Jesus’ encounter with one woman in Lk. 7:36-50, which reveals how nothing we’ve done can disqualify us from God’s love or belonging to a surprising community of faith.

This Thursday, July 25, we are preparing lunch and delivering it to Crosswalk for street kids in Spokane and Crosswalk staff.

Men’s Breakfast will be Sunday, July 28, at 7:45 a.m. at Cheney Marketplace and Bakery.

Feed Cheney will be Monday, July 29, at 5:30 p.m. in Veterans Park, across the street from the Wren Pierson Building, with free brown bag suppers and groceries.

We invite you to join us on Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. for our church services, regardless of where you are in your life journey.

Emmanuel Lutheran Church

The congregation of Emmanuel Lutheran Church invites you to worship with us at 10:30 a.m., Sunday, July 28. Fellowship follows the worship service.

Adult education class resumes in Sept. at 9 a.m.

Emmanuel wishes to thank the community for participating and supporting our Vacation Bible School Camp program last week. Thank you also to the Lutherhaven staff for leading the week’s activities.

All are welcome to visit Emmanuel’s Little Free Library and Free Community Pantry located at 639 Elm St. Donations of books, non-perishable food, and personal care items for all ages are always accepted. Both are open to the community 24/7. Emmanuel thanks you for your continued support of this outreach ministry to our neighbors in need.

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church.

A welcoming haven, nourishing all God’s people in body, mind and spirit. Holy Eucharist is at 11 a.m. Rev. Christine Soule will preach and preside.

The ELM program will resume come the Fall.

Our community vegetable garden is growing, and we look forward to giving this fresh, healthy food to come to the Cheney Food Bank.

Fellowship breakfast is each Thursday morning at 7:30 a.m. All are welcome.

Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Saturday morning at ll:30 a.m. in the parish hall.

For your contemplation: “I mourn the loss of thousands of precious lives, but I will not rejoice in the death of one, not even an enemy. Returning hate for hate multiplies hate, adding deeper darkness to a night already devoid of stars. Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that.” Martin Luther King, Jr.

United Methodist Church

Saturday evening, July 27, the United Methodist Church welcomes award winning pianist John Nielson. He will perform at the church in a free concert open to the community at 4 p.m. You won’t want to miss this concert and his outstanding talent.

Sunday morning, Pastor Pat Sleeth will preach and conclude the sermon series based on Simon Peter, “Faithful but Flawed Disciple.” Worship begins at 10 a.m. and is followed by a time of fellowship.

The countdown is on to Vacation Bible School. This fun event for the whole family begins Aug. 4 and runs every evening through Aug. 8 beginning with a planned potluck meal at 5:30 p.m. followed by stories and activities. This year’s theme is “Roar! Life is Wild - God is Good.” You can register online or at the church.

You may call the church office for additional information on other worship and study opportunities.