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Serendipity Christian Preschool marks 30th year with float in Boardman Memorial Day parade

Members of Westminster Presbyterian Church, where the preschool is housed, volunteered to build the whimsical float

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Formal garden at Stambaugh Auditorium revamped

A dedication is planned at 9 a.m. May 30 when an announcement about weekday concerts will be made.

ACTION to develop resource center for ex-offenders

The center would be a “one-stop” site offering resources and referrals

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St. Jude Church hosts plant exchange, giveaway this weekend

Peggy Potts and Doris Daniszewski, church members and avid gardeners, organized the project a decade ago

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Serendipity Christian Preschool celebrating 30th year

The preschool, which began as an outreach to the community, helps children discover the joy in learning.

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Warriors Inc. mentors youth and builds community

The faith-based organization engages youth through recreational activities to develop life skills.

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30 Mile Meal promotes regional food producers

Farmers tout local products to restaurant representatives.

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Neighborhood Ministries alumnus shares his story

Anthony Madison shares how the program influenced his life in positive way.

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Meeting will focus on future of Coitsville Presbyterian Church

Meeting set on future of 177-year-old landmark

Session on May 25 at the church is open to all to brainstorm ideas

Technology adds new element to worship

Screens, sound system add new dimension to worship at Faith Community Covenant Church

Members react positively to use of projectors at Faith Community Covenant Church

Police chief to speak on safety at St. Paul Masses

Sgt. Ken Goist and the Rev. Stephen Popovich said preparation shows concern and pro-active approach.

Speaker focuses on managing school crises

Dr. Tina Swanson Brookes counseled people after shootings in Aurora, Colo., and Newtown, Conn.

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Speaker: ACTION members 'do the most to change the world'

A Mahoning County judge and a member of the US Congress praised the faith-based organization that aims to improve neighborhoods at its 11th annual banquet at a Boardman church.

Judge Theresa Dellick, keynote speaker, cited the “average people who make the biggest difference.”

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Music, dance, hope fuel Day of Prayer in Youngstown

Brides of Christ Worship team performs a song and dance at the National Day of Prayer observance in downtown Youngstown Thursday.

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Liberty church offers employment workshop

Liberty church offers employment workshop

Community Career Connection is under way at Pleasant Valley Evangelical Church in Liberty.

Eastminster Presbytery camp continues maple sugaring tradition

Some of the sugar maples tapped are 120 years old.

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Beatitude House Green Clean provides a service and benefits workers

The co-op cleaning business currently has 12 participants.

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Hebrew alphabet inspires Rosenstein's calligraphy artwork

Mordechai Rosenstein is visiting the Valley to share his unique art

Stand Against Racism events planned in Valley

YWCA of Youngstown to host panel discussion Friday and other community groups will sponsor a march Saturday.

Jewish youth will build gaga pit for global service day

A gaga pit for an Israeli form of dodgeball will be constructed Sunday at the JCC then games will begin

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Community of Faith Credit Union seeks financial support

A letter campaign begins this week

Learn about Jewish culture at Israel’s 65th

The family-oriented event Sunday at the JCC will feature music, food, displays and games.

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Sister Patricia changing roles at Beatitude House

The executive director will transition to senior development officer to focus on funding.

Angels for Animals stages giant garage sale this weekend

Donations from 2 estates have dramatically increased the number of items.

Valley religious groups mix to share food, fellowship at fundraiser

Participants may sample church food specialties and share in interfaith fellowship.

‘GLORY TO GODSSRQ

New hymnal of Presbyterian Church USA affirms faith through song

By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com youngstown “Glory to God,” the name of the new

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Jewish council sponsors Holocaust remembrance at Mahoning courthouse

Valley’s Holocaust remembrance looks at strategies to thwart any recurrence

“Never Again: Heeding the Warning Signs” was the theme of the 20th annual Valley observance.

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Ohio rescue gives safe haven to abused, abandoned bunnies

Dana Donnelly of of Austintown holds Pancho, her English Lop, a breed characterized by long ears. He and his brother, Lefty, are both blind because of breeding and care problems. His condition underscores the reality that pet rabbits require special attention, proper food and veterinary care. Donnelly is among a network of people that works to save and find new homes for abandoned and neglected pet rabbits.

Paschal candle symbolizes Christ

Candle and what it represents play prominent role Easter vigil

400 attend YMCA Good Friday breakfast

It was the worst day in history for Christians, Boardman pastor tells 400 at event at YMCA

The Rev. Peg Welch, co-pastor of Boardman United Methodist Church, is keynote speaker.

COMMUNITY OF BELIEVERS

Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance sponsors Holy Week service

By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com youngstown Words about the sacrifice of Christ at

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Niles Clergy Association sponsors Good Friday journey

A walk with cross will start at noon at the McKinley Memorial

Hubbard church presents interactive Last Supper

Maundy Thursday service begins at 6:30 p.m. at Chestnut Ridge Church of God in Hubbard

Miriam’s Cup recognizes role of Moses’ sister

Miriam’s Cup runneth over with relevanceSFlb

Passover begins at sundown tonight with Seders celebrated by families

Struthers teens craft palm crosses in memory of Jesus

Nick Anderson and Shelby Thompson, both 13, members of the youth ministry at Christ Our Savior Parish in Struthers, form palms into crosses. The crosses will be distributed at Palm Sunday Masses this weekend at St. Nicholas and Holy Trinity churches. The palms are used by Christians to celebrate the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. Palm Sunday is the official start of Holy Week.

SERVICES OF REFLECTION

St. Charles Borromeo Church plans Taize, evensong and Tenebrae

By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com boardman Three special services at St. Charles Borromeo

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Passion play involves audience

"The Earth Trembled" presented by Top Hat Productions, is in its 21st season.

Spring into new season

Naturalist at Ford Nature Center teaches preschoolers about wind, one of the signs of spring.

Jack Doran takes pride in Irish heritage

He lives by the motto, “faith in God, faith in family and faith in friends.”

STEPS TO SALVATION

Canfield Presbyterian depicts Passion scenes in Cross-Walk

By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com canfield Lisa Velker believes the Cross-Walk at

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Rabbi leads Seder at St. Patrick Church

The event is meant to promote understanding and recall Christianity’s Jewish roots.

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Bishop Murry cites ‘firsts’ of new pontiff

Pope Francis I addresses the crowd from the central balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican Wednesday as he is introduced for the first time as pope. Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio, who chose the name of Francis, is the 266th pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church. Bishop George V. Murry of the Youngstown Diocese, in inset above, says his fellow Jesuit is known as man of science, a teacher, a good administrator and a champion of the poor.

Bishop Murry discusses qualities of a pope

Theologian, evangelist, administrator and teacher describe attributes that the new leader of the Catholic Church should possess.

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Hospice chaplain ministers to the dying

Pastor Jay Eastman provides emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.

REFLECTIONS

Poland churches gather to share Christian beliefs and build community

By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com poland If numbers convey success, at least in part,

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Canfield church serves free Lenten breakfasts

The hot, hearty start to the day also includes a devotional.

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Salem Youth Chorus to present reflective Lenten music

Jon Simsic directs the 18-member group.

Immigration, welcoming strangers theme for World Day of Prayer

Valley Christians join worldwide celebration of faith

Immigration and welcoming strangers provided the theme.

LENTEN SYMBOLS

Students at Christ Our Savior Parish learn the value of service

By LINDA M. LINONIS religion@vindy.com struthers Alvera Bell develops visual and tactal

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Piecemakers stitch quilts, coats, pj's for those in need

Linda Spencer, left, and Sherry Ziegler, members of Bethel Lutheran Church Piecemakers, work on a small-square rainbow-colored quilt during a gathering Tuesday at the Boardman church.

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