The following schedule is subject to change; please contact the church or organization to confirm details. For a current list of dated and ongoing events & services at local churches and non-profit organizations visit the Treasure Coast Event Calendar at www.spreadthewordpr.com.

Wednesday, October 3
"G-Force"- 7pm - a new children's ministry for K-6th grade will begin.. Registration is now in progress for this highly interactive learning experience to be held Wednesday evenings from 7-8pm. To register or for additional information, please contact Pastor Bill Brothers, 772-473-3614 or visit www.fbcsebastion.com. First Baptist Church of Sebastian is located at 725 Commerce Center Drive, Suites C, D, & E in Sebastian.

Friday, October 5
Marriage Enrichment Ministry - 7pm - For couples planning to marry, wanting to enrich their marriages. and those with troubled marriages. Free admission; Port St. Lucie Worship Center, 10662 S. US Hwy One, Port St. Lucie For additional information please call 337-9111.

Saturday, October 6 (3pm) - Wednesday, October 31
11th Annual White City United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch -Pumpkins & decorative gourds will be for sale daily during this annual fund raiser. Bring your children & camera for a fabulous fall photo opportunity in the pumpkin patch! Daily hours are Monday - Friday, 11am-7pm, Saturday, 9am-7pm, Sunday 1-7pm. White City United Methodist Church is located at 810 Midway Road in Fort Pierce; for additional information please call Melissa Bott, 772-466-9672.

Sunday, October 7
Second Anniversary Celebration - 10:30am service/1pm celebration - The community is invited to celebrate In His Love Church and Ministries' second anniversary. The day will begin with a special anniversary service and the afternoon will be filled games & special activities for the kids, Hawaiian and Christian music, and free ice cream & cake. The theme is Hawaiian and there will be a contest for the "Best Dressed Hawaiian". The Manna Truck will have a variety of Hawaiian cuisine available for a small donation. There is no admission charge and everyone is welcome to attend. In His Love Church & Ministries, Hobe Sound Community Center, 8980 Olympus Ave, Hobe Sound. For additional information please call the Church office, 772-545-9778.

Breakthrough Worship Service - 7pm - Night of non-stop radical praise; everyone welcome! For more information please call the church at 772-465-0036. Resurrection Life Family Worship Center is located at 405 Ixoria Avenue in Ft. Pierce.

Communion Sunday - 10am - First Presbyterian Church of Port St. Lucie will hold Communion Sunday in coordination with World Communion Day. Services will be led by Rev. Dr. James Nimmo; everyone is welcome to attend. First Presbyterian Church of Port St. Lucie is located at 2240 S.E. Walton Road in Port St. Lucie. For information call 772-335-8900.

Monday, October 8
Monday Morning Crafts - 9:30am - The Lady Crafters at the First Presbyterian Church of Port St. Lucie are meeting alternate Monday mornings to create handcrafted gift items for their November Holiday Bazaar. Newcomers are always welcome. First Presbyterian Church of Port St. Lucie is located at 2240 S.E. Walton Road in Port St. Lucie. For additional information please call 772-335-8900.

Minister's Manna - 7pm - a class for anyone called to the ministry; Pastor Kurt Owen , who has 16 years experience ministering across 20 nations, teaches this class with practical application information helpful for anyone whether already in a speaking ministry or just beginning. Fellowship and refreshments follow the class. There is no admission charge; all are welcome. Victory Word Church is located at 4000 South U.S.1 in Fort Pierce. For additional information call the church, 595-0334.

Friday, October 12
V Girl Friends -7pm- the new women's ministry at Victory Word Church will meet for a Chocolate Boutique. The evening is certain to be "sweet" fun. Admission is free and newcomers are welcome. Victory Word Church is located at 4000 South U.S.1 in Fort Pierce. For additional information please call the church, 595-0334.

Youth Fellowship - 7:30pm - A youth service followed by fellowship for ages 10-21. Port St. Lucie Worship Center is located at 10662 S. US Hwy One, just one block south of PSL Blvd. in Port St. Lucie. For additional information please call 337-9111 or 337-3741.

Saturday, October 13
Annual Community Open House - Noon-? - afternoon filled with music, lots of food and fun for the entire family. There will be a Bounce House, inflatables, and all sorts of activities to amuse the kids. Everyone is invited to the annual Community Open house at First Baptist Church of Sebastian, 725 Commerce Center Drive, Suites C, D & E in Sebastian . Admission is free; for additional information, please contact Pastor Bill Brothers, 772-473-3614 or visit www.fbcsebastion.com.

Faith Center's Block Party - 2-5pm - afternoon of family fun; games, music, food, a bounce-house and lots of activities for the kids. Admission is free! For additional information please call the church office, 772-336-9999. New Testament Faith Center is located at 862 Glenview Ct, Port St. Lucie.

Men's Breakfast - 8am - All gentlemen of the community are welcome to attend. Free but registration is requested so enough food is prepared. Breakfast will be held at a member's home; please call for directions. GRACE Emmanuel Church, 1470 Huffman Road, Port St. Lucie, FL. For directions and details call 772-337-2644.

Sunday, October 14
Men's, Women's, Teen (ages 13-18) & Youth (ages 8-12) Ministry - 7pm - Each group will meet individually and the community is welcome to an evening filled with praise, worship, and fellowship. There is no admission charge; for more information please call the church at 772-465-0036. Resurrection Life Family Worship Center is located at 405 Ixoria Avenue in Ft. Pierce.

Friends and Family Day - 8am & 11am services - Get the family together and call your neighbors...everyone is invited to Friends and Family Day at New Testament Faith Center for special services. For more information call the church office, 772-336-9999. New Testament Faith Center is located at 862 Glenview Ct, Port St. Lucie.

Thursday, October 18-Saturday, October 20
"Kingdom Infiltration Into Nations"/7th Annual Body Network Convention, hosted by Rick and Liz Kendall will be a three-day event. Convention begins at noon Thursday, 10/18 with a Minister's Luncheon (location to be announced). Camilo Bedoya from Bogota Columbia will be the featured guest speaker. Thursday & Friday 7pm sessions at Christ Family Fellowship Church, 6501 St. James Dr., Port St Lucie are open to the public with free admission; each evening will include Special Area Praise Bands, saxophonist Edwin Sepulveda, and an Expo Hall. Thursday evening's featured guest is Camilo Bedoya from Bogotá Columbia. Friday's guest speaker is Dr. Paula Price, a global Apostle with a Prophetic voice, who leads a church, an Apostolic/ Prophetic Bible Institute, has a publishing company, consulting firm, and a global collaborative network. Special workshops will be held Friday and Saturday mornings at the Holiday Inn on US 1, Port St. Lucie. Friday's workshop, "Branding a Global Language to Impact Regions and Nations" with Dr. Paula Price begins at 10:00 am. On Saturday at 9:00 am a special Marketplace Network Christian Business Breakfast/Workshop will feature Jerry Anderson. Admission for each workshop is $25.00; seating is limited and advance registration requested. For complete convention details or to register for workshops visit The Body Network website, www.bodynetwork.org; for additional information please contact Dr. Rick Kendall, 772-878-2330 or email victory554@msn.com .

Saturday, October 20
Fall Carnival in the Pumpkin Patch - 2-5pm - youth activities and special games for the little ones, plus light refreshments will be available. Admission is free and everyone is welcome! Be sure to bring the camera for fantastic Fall photos. White City United Methodist Church, 810 Midway Road, Fort Pierce; for information please call 772-464-2792.

Operation Christmas Child Family Fun Day - 10:30am - 4pm -Bring a gift-filled shoebox and the family...there will be food, games, and entertainment by the Avenue D Boys' Choir, God-wired, Unshackled, Redeemed, and others at Lyngate Park on Midport Dr. in Port St. Lucie. There will be face painting, puppet shows, clowns and finger printing for children will be available. It is certain to be a fun-filled day plus you will have an opportunity to learn more about Operation Christmas Child. Admission is free; donations will be accepted to assist with shipping & shoe box gifts. For additional information please call GRACE Emmanuel Church, 772-337-2644.

Sunday, October 21
Family Sunday & Fellowship Dinner - 10am service/dinner follows - Children of all ages and their families are welcome to attend this service which will include a Children's Awards Ceremony. A cover-dish dinner will follow the service; there is no admission charge but please bring a favorite dish to share. Victory Word Church is located at 4000 South U.S.1 in Fort Pierce. For additional information please call the church, 595-0334.

Monday, October 22
Monday Morning Crafts - 9:30am - The Lady Crafters at the First Presbyterian Church of Port St. Lucie are meeting alternate Monday mornings to create handcrafted gift items for their November Holiday Bazaar. Newcomers are always welcome. First Presbyterian Church of Port St. Lucie is located at 2240 S.E. Walton Road in Port St. Lucie. For additional information please call 772-335-8900.

Friday, October 26
Youth Fellowship - 7:30pm - A youth service followed by fellowship for ages 10-21. Port St. Lucie Worship Center is located at 10662 S. US Hwy One, just one block south of PSL Blvd. in Port St. Lucie. For additional information please call 337-9111 or 337-3741.

Gold & Silver Ministries Presents a Seniors Gospel Concert - 6:30pm - Admission is $5.00 for adults and $2.50 for children 12 and under; dinner will be available at small charge. For additional information please call the church office, 772-336-9999. New Testament Faith Center is located at 862 Glenview Ct, Port St. Lucie.

Saturday, October 27
Fall Yard Sale - 7:30am-2pm - This is always a huge event and in previous years has included terrific holiday gift items and some holiday decorations; so come early for the best selection! Proceeds will go to the building fund. First Presbyterian Church of Port St. Lucie is located at 2240 S.E. Walton Road in Port St. Lucie. For information call 772-335-8900.

Men of Victory Meeting - 10am - Men of Victory is a ministry of Victory Word Church, training men to be all they are called to be in Christ. Fellowship is assured at these monthly get togethers but you may be enjoying breakfast at a local restaurant, shooting skeet, or participating in a variety of different activities. Please call the church for location and details about this month's event. Victory Word Church is located at 4000 South U.S.1 in Fort Pierce. For additional information call 772-595-0334.

Sunday, October 28
Reformation Day - Services @ 9am and 11am; lunch follows - A celebration of the Protestant Reformation Heritage will take place at New Hope Baptist Church. The community is invited to services where you will learn more about the origin of the Protestant faith. The celebration services will be followed by a covered-dish dinner and an afternoon of games, movies, and fun activities for the entire family. Everyone is welcome to attend. Admission is free and bringing a covered dish is optional. New Hope Baptist Church is located at 5200 Oleander Avenue; for additional information please call 772-461-0400.

Wednesday, October 31
Lots of safe, fun alternatives to the traditional "Trick or Treating"

Hallelujah Night -Talent Expo 2nd Edition - 6:30-8:30pm - Talent, Talent and more Talent! Do you sing, write poetry, praise, dance, mime etc? All Christ centered performances are welcome and all ages are invited to perform; advanced registration for all talent is required but admission is free for this evening filled with fun, entertainment, praise and fellowship. Plus there will be candy for the kids to take home. To register your act or for additional information, please call the church, 772-465-0036. Resurrection Life Family Worship Center is located at 405 Ixoria Avenue in Ft. Pierce.

Heroes Unmasked - 6:30-8:30pm - no-fear Bible Adventure for children 4-11 years old; play carnival games, do crafts, and collect Bible Hero Cards to trade and treasure. Admission is free to this fun-filled evening at Riverside Church, 11205 Roseland Road, Sebastian; for information please call 772-589-7825.

Fall Festival - 5-8pm - All children and their parents are invited to an exciting evening filled with games, prizes, food, mysteries, and family photos will be taken. The theme for this year's event is "Heroes Unmasked". Admission is free but registration will be appreciated. For additional information or to register please call 772-567-5850 or visit Kingsbaptist.org. King's Baptist Church is located at 3235 58th Avenue in Vero Beach.

Kids Safe Carnival - 6-8pm - Children of all ages are invited to this evening filled with fun, food, and games. Admission is free and all are welcome! Victory Word Church is located at 4000 South U.S.1 in Fort Pierce. For additional information please call the church, 595-0334.

Trunk or Treat - 6-8pm - Bring the kids for a safe evening filled with games, prizes, music and lots of treats & fun! Everyone is welcome to attend; admission is free. New Hope Baptist Church is located at 5200 Oleander Avenue; for additional information please call 772-461-0400.

If your church or organization needs assistance publicizing
upcoming events please call Brenda French, 772-563-0304/772-979-2640
or visit www.spreadthewordpr.com for additional information.
Have a beautiful day!

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