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

Friday, August 1
Marriage Enrichment Ministry - 7pm - The evening benefits couples planning a marriage, enriches happy marriages and can improve troubled marriages. All are welcome; there is no charge. 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 772-337-9111.

Saturday, August 2
GYAC's Back to School Bash - 9am - Get fired up for the new school year! There will be face painting, door prizes, free hot dogs & refreshments, and much more...a fun filled morning for school age youth and their families! Plus free school supplies will be available for local youth while they last. Admission is free and all families with school age children are welcome to attend; all youth must be accompanied by an adult. For additional information please call Freddie L. Woolfork, 772-794-1005x34. Gifford Youth Activity Center is located at 4875 43rd Avenue in Vero Beach.

Sunday, August 3
Eagle Scout Court of Honor - 2pm - Boy Scout Troop 422 will hold an Eagle Scout Court of Honor recognizing Kyle Colonna at the First Presbyterian Church of Port St. Lucie. The ceremony will include a dedication of the flag pole area designed and landscaped by Eagle Scout Kyle Colonna. The community 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.

Water Baptisms - immediately following the 10am Sunday Worship Service at Victory Word Church, 4000 South U.S.1 in Fort Pierce. For additional information please call the church, 772-595-0334.

Breakthrough Worship Service - 7pm - Resurrection Life Family Worship Center invites the community to a night of non-stop radical praise. 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.

Monday, August 4
Men's Ministry - 7:30pm - gentlemen welcome for fellowship and discussion of the Word. 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 772-337-9111.

Worship Center's Ladies Ministry - 7:30pm - The Ladies Ministry will hold a monthly meeting the first Monday of each month. Throughout the month the ladies will participate in Prayer Walks, Nursing Home visits, and various outreach ministries. Details will be available at the monthly meetings or by calling the church, 772-337-9111. All are welcome; there is no charge. Port St. Lucie Worship Center is located at 10662 S. US Hwy One, just one block south of PSL Blvd. in Port St. Lucie.

Friday, August 8 & Saturday, August 9
Kingdom Transformation Now! - 10am-4pm both days - 2 day conference featuring international speaker Dr. Jonathan David from Malaysia. Everyone is welcome to attend this enlightening event at Resurrection Life Family Worship Center, 405 Ixoria Ave., Fort Pierce. For additional information please call 772-465-0036.

Saturday, August 9
GYAC Annual Parent/Guardian Orientation - 10a-1p - Parents and guardians of children K-12th grade planning to attend Gifford Youth Activity Center this fall are invited. The required orientation will give you an opportunity to meet the staff, tour the facility and sign-up for ways that you can volunteer at the Center and assist your child. In addition to an unbelievable opportunity to enroll your child at GYAC, a line-up of fabulous activities will be conducted; children and adults will enjoy this event. Parent/guardians will need to bring the Parent Interest Form, last year's final report card, and FCAT scores. These items will be submitted to the Center upon your arrival. Gifford Youth Activity Center is located at 4875 43rd Avenue in Vero Beach. To learn more please call Freddie L. Woolfork, 772-794-1005 ext.34.

Sunday, August 10
Twenty-second Anniversary Celebration - 10am - The First Presbyterian Church of Port St. Lucie will celebrate the 22nd anniversary of their founding with a celebration service followed by a luncheon and ice cream social. There is no charge for lunch and everyone is welcome. 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.

Youth & Teen Ministry - 7pm - Young people of the community are invited to the Youth (ages 8-12) and Teen (ages 13-18) Ministry at Resurrection Life Family Worship Center for a rap session, ministry, and discussion of issues that concern youth. 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.

Men's Ministry Welcomes Newcomers - 5pm - Gentlemen of the community are invited to the Men's Group meeting at the First Baptist Church of Sebastian for fellowship and discussion of the Word. First Baptist Church of Sebastian is located at 725 Commerce Center Drive, Suites C, D & E in Sebastian. For additional information please call Pastor Bill Brothers, 772-473-3614

Monday, August 11
Monday Morning Crafts - 10am - The Lady Crafters at the First Presbyterian Church of Port St. Lucie meet to create handcrafted gift items for the 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 - Pastor Kurt Owen , who has 16 years experience ministering across 20 nations, teaches Minister's Manna, a speaking class with practical application information helpful for anyone whether already in a speaking ministry or just beginning. There is no admission charge; all are welcome. Fellowship & refreshments follow the class. Victory Word Church is located at 4000 South U.S.1 in Fort Pierce. For additional information call the church, 772-595-0334

Wednesday, August 13
Oneighty 1980s Skate Night - for youth in grades 6-12; the theme is the 1980s and there will be a prize for the "best theme dressed". The youth will meet at the church where buses will take them to the Skate Factory at 6:45pm and they will return around 10:15pm. $2.50 covers transportation and skates; $1.00 extra for in-line skates. During the summer 180 will continue weekly meetings, every Wednesday at 5pm, coming together for an evening of music, fun, games and a Bible service at Riverside Church, Sebastian's Family Church. Free transportation picks up students all over Sebastian. For additional information about 180 and upcoming field trips please call the church office at 772-589-7825. Riverside Church is located at 11205 Roseland Road, 2 miles west of US One in Sebastian.

Saturday, August 16
Men's Breakfast - 8am - held at a member's home; it is free but registration is requested so enough food will be prepared. Please call the church office, 772-337-2644 for reservations, directions and all the details. GRACE Emmanuel Church is located at 1470 Huffman Road, Port St. Lucie.

7th Annual Family Day...Fun in the Son - 9am-6pm - Everyone is invited to attend Port St. Lucie Worship Center's Church Picnic and Water Baptisms; the entire family will enjoy the games and a day at the beach! The 7th Annual Family Day...Fun in the Son will be held at Fort Pierce Jaycee Park located on South Hutchinson Island, approximately 1.5 miles south of the inlet on A1A. There is no charge; all are welcome. For additional information please call 772-337-9111. Port St. Lucie Worship Center is located at 10662 S. US One in Port St. Lucie.

V Girlfriends Meeting - 10am - V Girlfriends is the women's ministry at Victory Word Church. The topic for August's meeting is "Dressed to Kill...the Enemy". 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, 772-595-0334.

GYAC Annual Parent/Guardian Orientation - 10a-1p - Parents and guardians of children K-12th grade planning to attend Gifford Youth Activity Center this fall are invited. The required orientation will give you an opportunity to meet the staff, tour the facility and sign-up for ways that you can volunteer at the Center and assist your child. In addition to an unbelievable opportunity to enroll your child at GYAC, a line-up of fabulous activities will be conducted; children and adults will enjoy this event. Parent/guardians will need to bring the Parent Interest Form, last year's final report card, and FCAT scores. These items will be submitted to the Center upon your arrival. Gifford Youth Activity Center is located at 4875 43rd Avenue in Vero Beach. To learn more please call Freddie L. Woolfork, 772-794-1005 ext.34.

Joy Group Senior Luncheon & Program - Noon - The Joy Group at King's Baptist Church invites everyone 55+ for food, fun and fellowship at their monthly luncheon & program. There is no admission charge, just bring a favorite covered dish to share. For additional information, please call 772-567-5850. King's Baptist Church is located at 3235 58th Avenue in Vero Beach.

PSL Power Squadron Pig Roast - 3pm - All local boaters and Power Squadron members are welcome to attend the Port St. Lucie Power Squadron Pig Roast where there will be lots of food & fun; please bring your own beverage. The event will be held at the Commander's home; admission is $18 per person and reservations are requested by August 9. For reservations, directions, and additional information please call Commander Mark Rosen, 772-340-7440.

Sunday, August 17
Family Sunday & Fellowship Dinner - 10am - The community is invited to Family Sunday worship service and the fellowship dinner that follows at Victory Word Church. Dinner is free but please bring a covered dish to share. Victory Word Church is located at 4000 South U.S.1 in Fort Pierce. For additional information please call the church, 772-595-0334.

Youth & Teen Ministry - 7pm - Young people of the community are invited to the Youth (ages 8-12) and Teen (ages 13-18) Ministry at Resurrection Life Family Worship Center for a rap session, ministry, and discussion of issues that concern youth. 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.

Men's and Ladies' Ministries - 7pm - the Men's Ministry and Ladies' Ministry will meet at Resurrection Family Worship Center. Ministries will meet individually and the community is welcome to an evening filled with praise, worship, and fellowship. There is no admission charge; for additional information please call the church at 772-465-0036. Resurrection Life Family Worship Center is located at 405 Ixoria Avenue in Ft. Pierce.

Monday, August 18
Men's Ministry - 7:30pm - gentlemen welcome for fellowship and discussion of the Word. 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 772-337-9111.

Friday, August 22
Youth Fellowship - 7:30pm - Youth ages 10 to 21 are invited to a youth service followed by fellowship. 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 772- 337-9111.

Saturday, August 23
Men of Victory Meeting - 10am - They will be studying "Wild at Heart" by John Eldridge. Men of Victory is a ministry of Victory Word Church, training men to be all they are called to be in Christ. Victory Word Church is located at 4000 South U.S.1 in Fort Pierce. For additional information please call the church, 772-595-0334.

Sunday, August 24
Men's Ministry Welcomes Newcomers - 5pm - Gentlemen of the community are invited to the Men's Group meeting at the First Baptist Church of Sebastian for fellowship and discussion of the Word. Meetings. First Baptist Church of Sebastian is located at 725 Commerce Center Drive, Suites C, D & E in Sebastian . For additional information please call Pastor Bill Brothers, 772-473-3614.

Monday, August 25
PAL Youth Leadership Meeting - 5:30pm - All local youth ages 11-17 are invited! The Ft. Pierce Police Athletic League encourages youth to attend this meeting promoting leadership skills and crime prevention. Admission is free and pizza will be provided; parents are welcome to be there. The Leadership Meeting will be held at the Fort Pierce Police Department, 920 S. US Hwy. 1 in Fort Pierce. For additional information please call 772-468-1805 ext 5270.

Saturday, August 30
Ladies' Brunch - 10am - Ladies of GRACE will hold a Ladies Brunch at a member's home; newcomers are always welcome. It is free but please bring a covered dish to share. For directions and all the details call the church office, 772-337-2644. GRACE Emmanuel Church is located at 1470 Huffman Road, Port St. Lucie.

Sunday, August 31
Youth Sunday - 10am - The community is invited for praise, worship, and to celebrate youth. 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 772-337-9111.

Monday, September 1
Register early...space limited! The new Weight-lifting Club at the Fort Pierce Police Athletic League Center begins today. High School students are invited to participate in the club which will meet Mondays and Fridays from 4-6pm at the PAL Center, 1401 N. 2nd St., Fort Pierce. The fee is $40 per year and parents are welcome to join with their children. For additional information please call Coach Jim, 772-466-0606, email ppearson@fppd.org, or visit www.fortpiercepal.com. PAL "filling playgrounds not prisons".

Thursday, September 4 and Friday, September 5
Celebrate the JOY of Life! - 6:30pm - Care Net Pregnancy Services will hold its 19th Annual Fund Raising Banquets at Hutchinson Island Marriot Beach Resort, 555 NE Ocean Blvd in Stuart. You have an opportunity to choose between two dates to attend "Celebrate the JOY of Life." Meet Care Net clients like Jennifer and her little girl, Alana, born 12/2/07. She feels they have much to celebrate. This year's keynote speaker, Dr. Bob Reccord, author, senior pastor, president of one of the world's largest mission's organizations, distinguished speaker at PromiseKeeper's and the Care Net National Conference, is a passionate supporter of the value of the life of every child. He was himself, a crisis pregnancy and adopted. The annual banquet is the primary fundraising event for Care Net Pregnancy Services. You will be given the opportunity to assist this non-profit organization with your financial gift, pledges of time, talents, and other resources. The banquet is free; it is an adult function with limited seating and reservations are required by August 29. To make a reservation or for additional information please call 772-871-2211 or 772-283-2911 or stop by a Care Net office located at 8432 S. Federal Hwy. in Port St. Lucie and 5569 NE Federal Highway in Stuart.

Saturday, September 6
Fort Pierce PAL Hosts Pro Wrestling Fusion - 7:30pm - Six big matches! Three titles on the line! Wrestling Superstars from all over the globe will compete in matches at the Fort Pierce PAL Center. Doors open at 7:30pm; first bell at 8pm. Live, in person, see Bruiser Bradley, King Kong FU, The Sheik Freedom Ryder, The Shane Twins and others compete to raise funds for PAL's Youth Crime Prevention. General admission is $10; ringside seats are $20.00 The Fort Pierce PAL Center is located at 1401 N. 2nd Street, Fort Pierce; for additional information please call 772-224-9332 or visit www.fortpiercepal.com or www.prowrestlingfusion.com. The Fort Pierce Police Athletic League "Filling playgrounds...not prisons".

Saturday, September 13
The Amazing Chiaverini Appears at the Fort Pierce PAL Center - 7:30pm - The Fort Pierce Police Athletic League is hosting a magic show for all ages. The Amazing Chiaverini, a retired NYPD Detective, has lots of tricks up his sleeve to entertain and amaze the entire family! PAL youth leadership will have concessions available. Admission is $3.00; all proceeds benefit PAL's Youth Crime Prevention Programs. The Fort Pierce PAL Center is located at 1401 N. 2nd Street, Fort Pierce; for additional information please call 772-466-0606 or visit www.fortpiercepal.com. The Fort Pierce Police Athletic League "Filling playgrounds...not prisons".

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!