Outreach Judaism Director to Speak

Rabbi Tovia Singer, director of Outreach Judaism, will lead a discussion as part of the “Missionaries and Cults” mini-course at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at Temple Beth El of South Orange County. Outreach Judaism is a national organization dedicated to countering the efforts of Christian groups and cults who target Jews for conversion. The temple is at 27462 Terrace View Road, Aliso Viejo. (714) 362-3999.

The Rev. Don F. McMillan of King of Glory Lutheran Church will speak on “The Jesus Vision” during the 6 p.m. contemporary worship service this evening. The sermon will be taken from the Book of Mark. The church is at 10280 Slater Ave., Fountain Valley. (714) 963-5649.

Marilynn Carlson Webber will speak on “How to Become a Sweet Old Lady Instead of a Grumpy Old Grouch” during Health for the Holidays: a Day of Women’s Health, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. next Saturday at Yorba Linda United Methodist Church. Three sessions will cover weight-loss tools, financial planning and stress management. Suggested donation is $10. The church is at 19002 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda. (714) 777-2885.

St. Francis Guild of St. Francis Home will have its annual Christmas Boutique from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. There will be homemade holiday decorations and needlework, home-baked pastries and candies, and a raffle. St. Francis is a board and care facility for 75 retired women. The home is at 1718 W. 6th St., Santa Ana. (714) 524-0381.

The California Traditional Music Society, in cooperation with Soka University of America, will present “Irish Fire: Young Masters of Irish Music and Dance” celebration at 8 p.m. Friday at Coast Hills Community Church. Tickets are $5 to $10. The church is at 5 Pursuit, Aliso Viejo. (818) 342-7664.

St. Andrew’s By the Sea United Methodist Church will host a World Community Day celebration at 1:15 p.m. Friday. This year’s theme will be “Gathering Seed From a Medieval Mother Root.” A salad luncheon will take place at 12:30 p.m.; suggested donation is $3. The church is at 2001 Calle Frontera, San Clemente. (714) 498-2309.

The Italian Catholic Federation will have its 12th annual “Pasta Dinner” from noon to 7 p.m. Sunday at St. Bonaventure Church. Advance ticket purchase recommended. The church is at 16400 Springdale St., Huntington Beach. (714) 846-2700.

Guest speaker Jane Myers Drew will present the message “Sacred Relationships” at 9:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday at Unity Community Church. Drew is author of “Where Were You When I Needed You, Dad?” Sunday school and child care will be offered. The church is at 22911 Mill Creek Road, Laguna Hills. (714) 472-9230.

The Rev. Tari Lennon will continue her series on “The Church in the 21st Century” during the 10 a.m. Sunday morning worship service at Neighborhood Congregational Church. Child care will be provided. The church is at 340 St. Ann’s Drive, Laguna Beach. (714) 951-7260.

The Rev. Maurice Ogden will speak on “License and Liberty: What Do We Mean by Freedom?” at 10:30 a.m. Sunday at Unitarian Church of Orange County. The church will be celebrating its 39th year in the county with the opening of its new building and a series of programs. The new church location is at 511 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim. (714) 758-1050.

The Tustin Presbyterian Church Chancel Choir will present an All Saints Evensong service at 4 p.m. Sunday. The choir will then present a performance of “Requiem” by Gabriel Faure. An English Cream Tea reception will follow. The church is at 225 W. Main St., Tustin. (714) 544-7070.

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church will offer a “Community Celebration of Remembrance” at 7:30 p.m. Sunday. The church invites parishioners to bring pictures, poems or messages to be placed on a tree in commemoration of loved ones. The church is at 111 W. Las Palmas Drive, Fullerton. (714) 879-8290.

Blessed Sacrament Episcopal Church will host the Angelina Craft Fair from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. next Saturday. Funds raised will benefit ministry to the homeless and families in need. Refreshments will be available. The church is at 1314 N. Angelina Drive, Placentia. (714) 998-2535.

The women of Fullerton First United Methodist Church will have their annual Fall Faire from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. next Saturday. Items for sale include home-baked goods, holiday decorations, baby gifts, photos with Santa and more. Lunch will be available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The church is at 114 N. Pomona Ave., Fullerton. (714) 871-4415.

Pastor F. David Throop will continue his “Great Chapters of the Bible” series with the message “When Just One Vote Is All You Need” at 8:30 and 10:15 a.m. Sunday at Placentia Presbyterian Church. Sunday school will be at 10:15 a.m. and child care will be available. The church is at 849 N. Bradford Ave., Placentia. (714) 528-1438.

Community United Methodist Church will host a “Heart of the Home” holiday boutique from 9 a.m. to noon today. The boutique will feature home-baked goods, preserves, candy, decoration, holiday crafts, clothing and more. Lunch in the “Chili Pot Cafe” will be served from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The church is at 6652 Heil Ave., Huntington Beach. (714) 842-4461.

Kathy Sizer, minister to families and adults, will speak on the Christian’s view of Heaven at 8:45 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday at Trinity United Presbyterian Church. “The Family Harvest Concert,” featuring the inspirational children’s music of Jana Alayra and her band, will take place from 4 to 6 p.m. Tickets are $4. The church is at 13922 Prospect Ave., Santa Ana. (714) 544-7850.

Inactive Catholics are invited to a discussion of scripture, morality, faith communities and more at 6:15 p.m. Sunday at Our Lady Queen of Angels Parish Center. Those that have been away from the church, feel spiritually empty or just have questions are encouraged to attend. The center is at 2046 Mar Vista Drive, Newport Beach. (714) 548-3944.

Joe Yelle and Helen Mills-Lindsay will present “What the Bible Is About” at 9:30 a.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of South County. At 10:30 a.m., the Rev., Suzanne G. Dougherty will speak on “Webs, Witches and Wisdom.” The church is at 25801 Obrero Drive, Suite 8, Mission Viejo. (714) 581-0245.

Congregation Shir Ha-Ma’alot will present “What a Jew Believes” as part of its adult education program at 8:30 a.m. Sunday. Topics include life after death, dietary laws, rituals and practices. Reservations are required. The congregation is at 3652 Michelson Drive, Irvine. (714) 857-2226.

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