Ecumenical Earth Day 2009 will be held April 28 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Christ the King Lutheran Church in Dalton.

The free event seeks to educate the public about our role as stewards of the earth and includes music, crafts, petting, zoo, hot dog lunch and more. This year Ecumenical Earth Day is going green with Tennessee Interfaith Power and Light, Earthcare, the Dalton Tree Board, Rosewood Garden Center and others. A focus on water conservation will also continue with exhibits by Dalton Utilities, the Coosa River Basin Initiative and the Dalton State College Environmental Club.

Music will feature Gordon and Cathy DeLashmitt, Darlene Arnold, The Hilltoppers, Jeremy Smith and Soulshine. The Community Caretaker Award will also be given.

Shown are children making crafts out of recycled compact discs and puzzle pieces.

The church is at 623 S. Thornton Ave.



• New Covenant Deliverance Tabernacle will host a fish cookout today at 9 a.m. under the tent or on Fredrick Street in Dalton. Sandwich and lemonade is $5.

All proceeds go toward the church’s building fund.

The church is at 1406 Crown Circle in Dalton.



• The Heritage will be in concert Sunday at 11 a.m. at City View Church of God.

The church is at 3688 Chatsworth Highway in Dalton.



• Calvary Baptist Church will present the movie “Fireproof” Sunday at 6 p.m. The film is part of the church’s “Putting God First on Sunday” emphasis.

The church is at 2115 Murray Ave. in Dalton.



• The Oasis Project, a spiritually-based organization within New Covenant Deliverance Tabernacle, will host “A Night of Praise and Worship” April 11 at 7 p.m.

The service will feature music, song, dance and testimonials. The Oasis Project endeavors to respond to the critical needs and problems of the community.

Churches and organizations who wish to participate are asked to contact coordinator Wanda Cooper at (706) 226-3561 or (706) 278-0099. Monetary and canned good donations are needed.

The church is at 1406 Crown Circle in Dalton.



• Valley Brook Church of God will present the Easter musical “Were You There?” April 11 at 7 p.m. and April 12 at 11 a.m.

The church is at 722 Mineral Springs Road in Dalton. For more information, call (706) 629-3922 or visit www.valleybrookcog.org.



• First Presbyterian Church of Dalton will offer a grief recovery outreach program beginning April 20 from 6 to 8 p.m.

The 10-week program is for those who are experiencing the pain and anxiety of loss due to death, divorce or separation. It seeks to guide those whose lives have been affected by the death of a loved one or the end of a relationship — whether a recent loss or long ago. It is designed to help persons resolve their loss issues and move beyond grief to a richer quality of life.

Class size is limited and participants must preregister by April 17. There is a $35 fee which covers the cost of all workshop materials. Scholarships are available.

The church is at 510 S. Tibbs Road in Dalton. For more information or to register, call Jean Strain at (706) 278-8161.



• The Rev. Bob Bagley will be the guest speaker Sunday at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. at Center Point Baptist Church in Dalton. Easter Sunday’s morning worship will feature the Rev. George Ross.

The church is on South Dixie Highway.



• Poplar Springs Baptist Church will have a sunrise service April 12 at 7 a.m. Dr. Jimmy DeYoung will be the guest speaker at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.

DeYoung is a prophecy teacher, author, journalist and evangelist.

The church is at 897 Poplar Springs Road in Dalton. For more information, call (706) 259-8727.



• Community Easter sunrise services are scheduled for:

Whitfield Memorial Gardens adjacent to West Hill Cemetery — 7:30 a.m. featuring Chaplain Richard Steele

Murray Memorial Gardens — 7 a.m. featuring the Rev. Danny Cochran

Colonial Hills Memorial Park — 7 a.m. featuring Pastor Gary Evans

The public is invited.



• Varnell Church of God will be in revival Sunday through Wednesday with Evangelist David Turner as special guest. Sunday services begin at 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m., with remaining services beginning at 7:30 p.m.

The church is on Tunnel Hill-Varnell Road across from Northwest High School.



• Janice Steelman will be in concert Sunday at 11 a.m. at Little Prospect Baptist Church.

The church is on Ga. Highway 2 east of Prater’s Mill in Varnell. Pastor Johnny Payne welcomes everyone.



• The Concerned Clergy of Greater Whitfield County will host a community Easter sunrise service April 12 at 6:30 a.m. at Mountain Ridge Baptist Church. The Rev. Windell Smith of Hopewell Baptist Church will bring the message.

Breakfast will be served after the service.

The church is at 1401 M.L. King Jr. Blvd. in Dalton. For more information, call (706) 278-7670.



• Tabernacle of Praise Deliverance Center will have an Easter sunrise service April 12 at 6 p.m.

The church is on Leonard Bridge Road in Chatsworth. Pastor Susan Tankersley welcomes everyone.



• Called, Hart to Hart and New Creations will be in concert April 18 at 6:30 p.m. at Bible Way Church of Jesus Christ in Murray County.

Evangelist Evelyn Adams will bring the message.

The church is at 12852 Highway 225 North.



• North Georgia Baptist Temple will have its second annual motorcycle ride and youth fundraiser April 18 at 9 a.m. The ride will leave for Ellijay at 10 a.m.

Lunch will be provided for all registered riders at the church immediately following the ride. Preregistration fee is $25 for one rider and $35 for two riders. The cost is $30 for one rider and $40 for two riders the day of the event. All proceeds go toward the youth fund and bus ministry. The first 100 to preregister will receive a T-shirt.

The church is at 1615 Abutment Road in Dalton. For more information, call Ricky Lofty at (706) 537-1947.



• Open Air Ministry will have a “Tribute Ride ‘09” in honor of fallen bikers April 19 at 9:30 a.m. at Eton Park. There is no charge to ride.

This will be an escort ride.

For more information, call (706) 980-1017.



• Tunnel Hill United Methodist Church has announced the following upcoming events:

Seder Meal service — April 9 in fellowship hall

Good Friday — April 10 “The Greatest Story Ever Told” in fellowship hall

Easter egg hunt — April 11 at 11 a.m. Lunch will be served.

Easter — April 12 Community sunrise service in the park at 7 a.m.; breakfast in fellowship hall 7:30; worship 11 a.m.

The church is at 121 N. Varnell Road in Tunnel Hill.



• Dalton First United Methodist Church will present its final 30-minute Lenten Lesson Thursday at noon in the chapel followed by a soup and sandwich luncheon for $6.

A series of guest speakers have preached on the theme “Restoring the teachings of Jesus to our lives to give us purpose and joy.” On Thursday, the speaker will be director of youth ministries Lindsey Laney who will speak on “Evangelism.”

The church is at 500 S. Thornton Ave. in Dalton.



• Christ the King Lutheran Church will hold its final small soup supper at 6 p.m. and worship at 7 each Wednesday during Lent April 8.

The church is at 623 S. Thornton Ave. in Dalton. For more information, call (706) 278-3979.



• A vegetarian cooking school will be held Monday through Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Chatsworth Seventh-day Adventist Church. Instructors will also cover healthy eating and lifestyle habits.

Space is limited and registration is required. Cost is $15 which covers all materials and food used.

To register, call Lila at (706) 695-8382 or Beth (706) 217-6673. The church is at the foot of Fort Mountain on Ga. Highway 52 in Chatsworth.



• Valley Brook Church of God will be in revival Sunday through Tuesday with national evangelist and songwriter Gerald Crabb as special guest. Sunday services begin at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. with remaining services beginning at 7 p.m.

The church is at 722 Mineral Springs Road in Dalton. Pastor Junior Clayton welcomes everyone.



• Harvest Baptist Church in Varnell will host a community-wide Easter egg hunt and children’s fun day today from 2 to 5 p.m.

Activities include an egg decorating contest, free photos with live bunnies and inflatables. Homemade desserts and drinks will be available for purchase. Prizes will be awarded for Best Egg and the winner of the egg hunt.

The church is at 3986 Cleveland Highway in Varnell.



• The Worship Arts Ministry of Fellowship Bible Church will have an interactive Good Friday service April 10 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Participants may come at any time for prayer and meditation. Plan on taking approximately 20 minutes.

The church is at 2044 Dug Gap Road in Dalton. For more information, call (706) 278-6269.



• The Free Hope Baptist Church Choir will present an Easter cantata, “One Holy Lamb,” April 12 at 11 a.m. The choir is under the direction of Curtis Cochran.

There will be no evening service.

The church is at 4176 Highway 76 in Chatsworth. Dr. Dennis Self, pastor, invites the public.



• A community-wide Easter sunrise service will be April 12 at 7 p.m. at West Hill Cemetery. A bluegrass band will play instrumental music and a message will be given by the Rev. Jim Suddath of Fellowship Bible Church.

The service is expected to last 30 minutes.

The service will be held at the cul-de-sac at the Crawford Street entrance just over the hill from the National Guard Armory. For more information, call Richard Steele at (706) 280-8070.



• Calvary Baptist Church in Crandall will present a Passion Play April 10-11 at 7:30 p.m. in the church cemetery. Those attending are asked to bring a lawn chair and blanket.

The play depicts the life of Christ beginning on Palm Sunday through the Ascension.

If one of the nights is rained out, the play will be conducted the night it is not raining. If both are rained out, the play will be rescheduled for April 17-18 at 7:30.

The church is at 13619 Highway 225 North. Pastor Larry Chastain welcomes the public.



• House of Prayer will have a benefit dinner and singing today from noon to 3 p.m. Plates are $5 each with a choice of barbecue and slaw or hot dog and chili.

Special guests will be Cheryl Turner, The Gospel Soul Seekers and Right Path.

For delivery, call Ricky Clark at (706) 397-8542, Sue Bailey at (706) 397-2924 or Heather Salisbury at (706) 313-1976.

The church is on Highway 136 in Villanow.



• Center Valley United Methodist Church will celebrate Holy Week beginning April 9 with a Maunday Thursday service at 7 p.m.

An Easter service will be held at Center Valley Cemetery April 12 at 7 a.m.

The church is on Highway 225 North in Chatsworth. For more information, call (706) 695-3203.



• East Side Baptist Church has announced the following Easter events:

Sunday at 6 p.m. — The choir will present an Easter musical, “In the Presence of Jehovah,” under the direction of Danny Crawford. It will be accompanied by a video presentation.

April 12 at 7 a.m. — An Easter sunrise service will be on the front lawn of the church. In the event of inclement weather, the service will be held in the sanctuary.

The church is at 913 E. Morris St. in Dalton.



• Sheila Reed will be in concert today at 6 p.m. at Hopewell Baptist Church in Cohutta.

The church is off Hopewell Loop Road. Pastor John Tudor welcomes everyone.



• Dalton Community Center will air “Heaven’s Gates, Hell’s Flames” all day April 10 beginning at noon. Concessions will be available for purchase. Admission is free.

The Center is on Fredrick Street in Dalton. For more information, call Mary Suttles of Liberty Baptist Church at (706) 463-1766 or (706) 278-3808.



• Riverbend Baptist Church will have its regular first Saturday night singing today at 6 p.m.

The church is on Riverbend Road in Dalton. Pastor Grady Bartley welcomes everyone.



• Twice Determined will be in concert Sunday at 6 p.m. at Galilee Baptist Church in Chatsworth.

The church is at 760 Old Federal Road.



• Temple Baptist Church will present “The Borrowed Tomb” today and Sunday and April 10-11 at 7 p.m. Admission is free. A nursery will be provided.

The church is at 2310 S. Dixie Highway in Dalton. For more information or directions, call (706) 226-6785.



• Antioch Baptist Church will begin an eight-week program, “Love Dare Challenge,” Sunday at 4 p.m.

The series objective is strengthening relationships that will stand firm in the face of trying and difficult odds. Classes meet for one hour each week and use material from the movie “Fireproof” for class instruction. Scholarships are available.

To participate, call Pastor Donald L. Cantrell at (706) 695-6499 or email dcantrell2@charter.net.

The church is at 1205 Antioch Road in Dalton.



• Mountain View Baptist Church will present the Easter story April 11 at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 11 a.m.

The church is at 1650 Mill Creek Road in Rocky Face. Pastor Mike Johnson invites the public.



• Holly Creek Baptist Church Mom’s Morning Out and preschool program are now enrolling students ages 6 weeks to 4 years.

For more information, call Tina Cochran at (706) 695-2728, email hcbctina@windstream.net or call the church office at (706) 695-8522. The church is on Holly Creek-Cool Springs Road in Chatsworth.



• Faith Worship Center will have a spring rain revival Sunday through Wednesday with Pastor Tommy Bates of Independence, Ky., and Pastor Cates Noles of Prattville, Ala., as guest speakers. Sunday services begin at 6 p.m. with remaining services beginning at 7 p.m.

The church is at (706) 695-6866 or visit www.faithworshipcenter.org.



• Rock Bridge Community Church will show “Passion of the Christ” April 10 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. at Stage 123.

Admission is free.

Stage 123 is at 123 W. Gordon St. in Dalton. For more information, call (706) 279-3175 or email connect@rockbridge.cc.



• Trinity United Methodist Church will present the Easter musical, “Three Days,” Sunday at 10:45 a.m.

The church is at 901 Veterans Drive in Dalton. For more information, call (706) 278-4042.



• Christ the King Lutheran Church has announced the following Holy Week events:

April 5 — Palm Sunday service at 10:30 a.m. featuring a palm procession and a reading of the full story of Jesus’ arrest and crucifixion.

April 9 — Maunday Thursday service at 7 p.m. with Holy Communion

April 10 — Solemn remembrance of Jesus’ death at 7 p.m.

April 11 — Great Vigil of Easter at 8:15 p.m. symbolically re-enacting the rekindling of the Light of the World as Jesus passes from death into life

April 12 — Easter breakfast served the men of the congregation at 9 a.m.; worship at 10:30 a.m. with a festival service of Holy Communion followed by decoration of an Easter cross in front of the church with live flowers

The church is at 623 Thornton Ave. in Dalton. For more information, call (706) 278-3979.



• Antioch Baptist Church has announced the following April events:

Today at 2 p.m. — Easter egg hunt with provided snacks. Bring Easter baskets and plastic candy-filled Easter eggs. For more information, call Donna Quinn at (706) 259-4407.

Sunday at 11 a.m. — Youth Day featuring a skit by the youth and a message by Chris Ray. The evening service at 5 p.m. will feature a showing of “Fireproof.”

April 12 — Sunrise service at 7 am. led by the Rev Cecil Self in the Antioch Cemetery; adult choir will present the musical “He’s Alive” at 10:30. No evening service.

April 26-29 — Revival each night at 7 p.m. with the Rev. David Ray as guest speaker. There will be special singing nightly.

The church is at 1205 Antioch Road in Dalton.



• Jimmy DeYoung will be the guest speaker April 12 at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. at Poplar Springs Baptist Church in Dalton.

The church is at 897 Poplar Springs Road in Dalton. Pastor Bill Gardner welcomes everyone.



• An Easter egg hunt for kids ages 2 to 10 will be held April 11 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. at the Relentless Student Center. There will be 4,000 eggs full of candy plus prize eggs.

Participants are asked to bring their own baskets.

Relentless Student Center is at 2559 Highway 52 Alternate in Chatsworth. For more information, call (706) 695-6866.