Religion Almanac: April 15

▪ The Center for Spiritual Living Manatee holds services at 11:30 a.m. Sundays at the Unity-in-the-Woods campus at 4200 32nd St. W., Bradenton. Rev. David Owen Ritz, April 16 and 23. Potluck and fellowship are offered after services. spirit@cslmanatee.org.

Bradenton Ablaze is a week-long event of revival tent meetings every night for eight days 7-9 p.m. through April 17 at the Bayshore High School practice field, corner of 53rd Avenue and 34th Street W., Bradenton. Find more information at bradentonablaze.org.

▪ Hope Lutheran Church, 4635 26th St. W., Bradenton, 8 a.m. Traditional, 9 a.m. Easter Breakfast/egg hunt and 10:30 a.m. Joyful Praise. 941-755-3256.

▪ Roser Community Church, 512 Pine Ave., Anna Maria, 8:30 and 10 a.m. in the Roser Sanctuary. Everyone is encouraged to bring flowers to place on the Cross as a symbol of rebirth and resurrection. There will be an Easter egg hunt following the 10 a.m. service.

▪ Under the musical direction of Craig Ramberger, the talented choir ensemble of Faith United Methodist Church, 7215 First Ave. W., Bradenton, will perform an Easter cantata featuring the ministry, passion and resurrection of Jesus through glorious sound, narration and scriptures, at 10:15 a.m. April 16 and 3 p.m. April 23. Free will offering. 941-794-8067.

▪ At 6:30 a.m., the Kiwanis of Anna Maria Island will celebrate the 53rd anniversary of the Sunrise Service held at the Manatee County Public Beach. There is ample parking and the trolley will be up and running at 6 a.m. The Anna Maria Beach Café will also open at 6 a.m. It is usually chilly at that time of day so dress warm and bring chairs or a blanket to sit on. Father Matthew Grunfeld of Episcopal Church of the Annunciation will deliver the opening prayer. Rev. Dr. Bob O’Keef of Roser Church and Rev. Stephen King of Harvey Memorial Church will deliver scriptures. Rev. Rosemary Backer of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church will deliver the offertory. Rev. Edward Moss of Crosspointe Church will deliver the sermon. Rev. Michael Mullen of St. Bernard’s Catholic Church will deliver the benediction.

▪ Sunrise Service will begin at 6:45 a.m. at Palma Sola Botanical Gardens, 9800 17th Ave NW, Bradenton. Sponsored by Palma Sola Presbyterian Church. 941-792-3141.

▪ Longboat Island Chapel, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, will hold an outdoor worship service in Chapel Friendship Garden at 7:30 a.m. Special musical selections by Bonnie Wolfgram and Bah Hero. Easter message by Rev. Bill Friederich, followed by Holy Communion. Coffee and donuts served in Shook Hall immediately following. Traditional Easter Service and Flowering of the Cross at 10 a.m. in the Chapel. Choir and guest musicians will highlight special music selections. Easter message given by Rev. Bill Friederich. Children’s Easter Egg Hunt during the traditional service in the garden. Everyone is welcome to fellowship and refreshments in Shook Fellowship Hall.

▪ Manatee United Methodist Church, 315 15th St. E, Bradenton, will hold an Easter Sunrise Service at 6:45 a.m., breakfast following. Easter Resurrection Worship Service at 10:30 a.m. 941-746-0101.

Temple Beth El of Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch presents “Introduction to Judaism” 7 p.m. Thursdays at Braden River Presbyterian Church, 5150 Peridia Blvd. E., Bradenton. Join Rabbi Michael Sternfield as he presents a 14-week class for people of all faiths whether Jewish or not who are interested in conversion to Judaism, in a relationship with a Jewish person or are simply interested in learning more about Judaism. This class is open to all at no charge. 941-755-4900.

Holocaust Arts Contest

The 2017 Holocaust Arts Contest rules for students in grades 6-12 in private, public, parochial, and home schools are: Entry deadline is April 3. Cash prizes will be awarded for four winning entries: $25 first prizes for grades 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12. Certificates will be given to all participants. Entries may include essays, research, poetry, artwork, photographs, narratives, and biographies all displayed on three-sided project boards. Entries will be displayed in the Al & Sophia Katz Jewish Art Gallery, with an awards ceremony on Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, Monday, April 24, at noon. Judging criteria are: themes related to the Holocaust, 1933-1945; research; creativity; neatness; organization; original artwork and/or writing. For further information and entry forms, contact Dr. Beverly Newman at 941-313-9239, www.alkatzcenter.org.

ONGOING EVENTS

A faith-based Addiction & Recovery Outreach Program for men and women who struggle with addictions will be held 7-9 p.m. Fridays in the back of Bible Baptist Church, Room 201, 2113 Morgan Johnson Road, Bradenton, as our RU (Reformers Unanimous) Chapter K0455 meets. RU offers Biblical solutions that can help break the chains of addiction and bondage through the Lord Jesus Christ. There is no cost to those who attend, and we are here to assist and encourage those who want change in their lives.

Longboat Island Chapel, issues of aging, memory loss support group, 941-383-6491, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. every other Wednesday.

At First Assembly of God, 1820 53rd Ave. W., Bradenton, 9:30 a.m. the second Saturday of the month.

Cortez Commons shopping center, 5710 Cortez Road, Bradenton, Jewish learning classes, workshops, and events year-round, including public concerts on Sunday afternoons, Jewish history courses, holiday celebrations, films, and Holocaust educational services, advocacy services free for elders and Holocaust survivors. Jewish Bible study group meets at 2 p.m. Tuesdays; $7 suggested donation. 941-313-9239.

At 6051 26th St. W., 941-254-3250 or go to mychurchisalive.org, 10:30 a.m. Sunday service.

Interdenominational Christian fellowship, Peridia Office Park, 3911 Golf Park Loop, No. 104, Bradenton, 941-730-2136 or 941-565-1989, 11 a.m. Saturday Shabbat service with Hebrew and English liturgy and Torah service followed by Kiddush and Oneg, 7 p.m. Sunday meetings at a home for worship, prayer and fellowship.

Offers a faith-based and Christ-centered addiction program 7-9 p.m. Fridays. All are welcome. The church is at 2113 Morgan Johnson Road, Bradenton. 941-746-6221.

Meet at 5150 Peridia Blvd. E., Bradenton, bradenriverpc.com or 941-739-0202.

Needs houses, mobile homes, land, buildings, cars, vans, trucks and/or monetary gifts to help get people off the streets, 941-575-4440.

Spanish language services, Pastor Daniel Rosales, Northminster Presbyterian Church USA, 3131 61st St., Sarasota, 10 a.m. Sundays, Bible study at 7:30 p.m. Thursday.

Services, studies: 5712 Lorraine Road, Lakewood Ranch, led by Rabbi Mendy Bukiet, 941-752-3030. Talmud clases 7:30-8:30 p.m. Mondays. Torah studies, 9 a.m. Saturday. 11 a.m.-noon Saturday CKids Shabbat Club. Shabbat services are 7 p.m. Fridays and 9:30 a.m. Saturday followed by buffet Kiddush.

The Rev. David Carter as pastor, 1803 57th Ave. W., Bradenton, 941-755-6162, 10 a.m. Sunday morning fellowship, 10:45 a.m. worship service, 7 p.m. Wednesday prayer service.

Thrift shop, 401 42nd St. W., Bradenton, 941-746-4906, open 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Saturday.

2408 43rd Ave. W., Bradenton, 941-795-5683, 11 a.m. Sunday services.

7225 N. Lockwood Ridge Road, 941-355-0847, 10 a.m. Sunday service.

Jewish Living and Learning Sunday School for children ages 4-14, Lakeside Clubhouse, 3817 40th Ave. W., Bradenton, 941-755-1231, 9 a.m. Sundays by appointment.

Thrift Store, 5324 26th St. W., Bradenton in Saddle Creek Plaza, pickup service for large donations, 941-739-1018, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. weekdays.

Currently studying the books of Hebrews and Ecclesiastes, and maintaining zeal for God. Meets at 12111 45th Ave. W., Cortez, 941-216-6286. Sunday Bible study at 10 a.m., worship service at 11a.m. and 5 p.m. Bible study 7 p.m. Wednesdays.

3607 U.S. 301 N., Ellenton, 941-729-6802, 9:45 a.m. Sunday service, 11 a.m. adult Sunday school; 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday Thrift Shoppe open.

Prayer & Share, 5115 Cortez Road, 941-792-3497, 11 a.m. Tuesdays.

1511 Morgan Johnson Road, East Manatee, 941-722-0940, Bible Study is at 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays, evening class is at 6:55 p.m. Tuesdays at Christ Episcopal Church, 4030 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton.

Worship and Sunday School, 4850 State Road 64 E., 10:30 a.m. Sundays.

Balance classes, 1030 S. Euclid Ave., Sarasota, 941-953-7044, 10 a.m. Mondays.

First Presbyterian Church, 1402 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, offers Contemporary Worship at 9 a.m. and Traditional Worship at 11 a.m. with organ and choir. Discipleship and Classic/Family Sunday School classes begin at 10 a.m. Child care is available for children ages 5 and under. firstpresbradenton.com, 941-746-6141.

Services, 603 11th St. W., Bradenton, fumcb.com or call 941-747-4406, 10:30 a.m. traditional Sunday service, 9:15 a.m. adult Sunday school.

Community sing, 2903 11th St. Court E., 941-746-3634 or 941-748-8102, last Saturday of each month.

Palmetto Presbyterian Church, 1115 10th Ave. W., Palmetto, is offering a GriefShare Grief Recovery and Support Group 3:31-4:55 p.m. Thursdays. In the coming weeks topics such as “The Journey of Grief,” “Stuck in Grief,” “Why” and much more will be covered. The public is invited. For more information or to register call 941-722-3513. The group is also offered from 4 to 6 p.m. Sundays Jan. 15-April 9 at Palma Sola Presbyterian Church, 6510 Third Ave. W., Bradenton. Resverations: 941-792-3141.

Tots to teens (ages 4-18) tennis, at Tennis Center at Palm-Aire Country Club, 5601 Country Club Way, 941-539-6083.

Open, 5858 44th Ave. E., East Manatee, 941-745-1663, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

Worship 5 p.m. Saturday, 8 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday. Free Narcotics Anonymous group meetings 6:30 p.m. Wednesday and 7 p.m. Thursday. 4635 26th St. W., Bradenton, 941-755-3256.

Devotional hour, Town Hall, 8175 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Lakewood Ranch, 941-727-3789, 10 a.m. Thursdays.

11107 Palmbrush Trail, Lakewood Ranch, 941-753-9365, Sunday worship services at 8, 9:15 and 11 a.m. Nursery open 8 a.m.-noon, Bible Study at 1 p.m. on Wednesday. Classes are from nursery through high school and involve fellowship, music, Bible stories, activities, etc. Open to all. Begin at 9:15 a.m. in the sanctuary with the pastor’s youth message and then move to the classrooms until 10:30.

Manatee Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 322 15th St. W., Bradenton, 941-915-1454, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays.

Bible study, 7215 U.S. 301 N., Ellenton, thrift store is open 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 941-776-9016, 7 p.m. Wednesdays, 9:15 a.m. Sundays. Youth Bible study for all ages, 9:15 a.m. Sundays.

3131 61st St., Sarasota, in Fellowship Hall with Pastor Chris Carlson, 941-355-4729, 10:30 a.m. Sunday worship with a coffee hour following, Bible studies 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Tuesdays.

The Synod of Governing Bishops for the Holy Orthodox Catholic Church opens new church temporarily at 2700 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 11B, Sarasota, the Rev. Archbishop Jacob J.K. Longacre is first pastor. All seven sacraments available in Orthodox form by making an appointmentat 941-954-0330.

Service, 6510 Third Ave. W., Bradenton, 941-792-3141, 9 a.m. Dawning, 11 a.m. Traditional Sundays.

Services, 1020 Fourth St. W., Palmetto, 941-722-7795, 9:15 and 10:45 a.m. Sunday.

Sunday worship, 12140 69th St. E., Parrish, 941-776-1539, 8:15 a.m. traditional, 9:45 a.m. contemporary and 11:11 a.m. blended services, 9:45 a.m. Sunday school.

Presbyterian Church USA, 12705 State Road 64 E., Lakewood Ranch, 941-753-7778, 9:30 a.m. Sunday services.

Prayer Time at Revelation Ministries, 1919 14th St. W., Bradenton, 941-726-3464, 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays.

At Williams Elementary School, 3404 Fort Hamer Road, Parrish, Church of the Nazarene affiliate, nursery care and children’s church, 941-794-1685 and rivereast.org, 5:30 p.m. Saturday services.

Fellowship Hall, 512 Pine Ave., Golfing for God, second and fourth Wednesdays, Jesus and Youth, 6:15 p.m. Tuesdays; Roser-Robics, 9 a.m. Wednesdays and 11 a.m. Fridays. Boomer Bootcamp, 10-11 a.m. Tuesday, Thursday. Joyful Noise Choir, 3:15-4 p.m. Tuesdays. JOY Brown Bag Lunch Series, 11 a.m. Wednesdays. 941-778-0414.

Sarasota Jewish Chorale rehearses every Thursday evening at 7 p.m., Hecht School, Jewish Federation Campus, Sarasota. We are a friendly, spirited performing group in the Sarasota/Manatee community, eager for new singers for our 17th season. Call Susan at 941-355-8011. Ability to read music is preferable. People of all voice parts and all faiths are welcome. Check us out at: sarasotajewishchorale.org

3100 26th St. W., Bradenton, 4 p.m. Saturday, 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Sunday. Marianne Ridgell of Home Instead Senior Care, caregiver/family support group meeting, 941-739-3050, 1-2:30 p.m. Mondays.

11315 Palmbrush Trail, Lakewood Ranch. 941-751-5048. 7:45 a.m., 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Sunday services. Nursery open 9 and 11 a.m. services.

1608 14th St. W., 941-748-6835, Contemplative-prayer groups at 11 a.m. Wednesday and Thursday, Spanish Bible study, prayer and rosary group, 9 a.m. Tuesday-Thursday.

4200 32nd St. W., reform congregation, religious classes three Sunday mornings a month and Hebrew school classes Wednesday afternoons by Susie Konicov, 941-755-4900, Erev Shabbat services at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Shabbat services with Torah study, 10 a.m. Saturday. .

Social Action Committee of Temple Beth Israel collects donations for the Bill Galvano One Stop Center, 701 17th Ave. W., or dropped off at Temple Beth Israel, 567 Bay Isles Road, Longboat Key, medication funds, socks, mosquito repellent, toilet articles and soap, shoes, jeans, baby diapers and formula, reading glasses and bicycles.

151 McIntosh Road, Sarasota, Social Action Committee, food drive, place nonperishable boxed and canned foods in a marked bin in the Temple lobby during business hours and before and after Shabbat worship services. All donations benefit kosher food pantry at Jewish Family and Children’s Services or All Faiths Food Bank, 941-966-9561.

2200 26th St. W., Bradenton, GIFT: Generations Growing in Faith Together 10 a.m. Sundays. Alcoholics Anonymous, 8 p.m. Mondays and 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays; Overeaters Anonymous, 7 p.m. Mondays and Fridays.

Weekly Bible study, 3200 Manatee Ave. W., Bradenton, 941-737-3704, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays.

Services, 3517 15th St. E., Bradenton, noon Sunday worship, 7 p.m. Tuesday life enrichment service.

Bible study classes, Hampton Inn, 5810 20th Court E., Ellenton, 7:30 p.m. Fridays.

This story was originally published April 13, 2017 at 11:58 AM with the headline "Religion Almanac: April 15."