DUKER AND POMAVILLE COORDINATE CHURCH SCHOOL PROGRAMS

The new church school coordinators at the Olympia Brown Unitarian Universalist Church School are Laura Duker for children's programs and Leann Pomaville for junior and senior youth activities. Both have professional teaching experience. Duker was the assistant to the RE director at the 416-member North Shore Unitarian Church in Deerfield, Ill. Pomaville has experience working with sixth- through 12-graders, including at-risk youth groups.

During the 9 and 11 a.m. services Sunday at Olympia Brown, 625 College Ave., the Rev. Dr. Tony Larsen, in "Changed, Not Chained," will reflect on the church's past and future as in a "state of the church's union" address. Also, member coordinator Sharon Erwin will showcase activities and service opportunities offered at the church.

CONCERT SERIES BEGINS AT FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Celebrating its 10th anniversary under the artistic direction of Timm Adams, the Chicago Chamber Choir, a choral ensemble of 38 singers, presents "My Soul's Been Anchored: Inspiring Hymns and Spirituals," at 3 p.m. Sunday at First United Methodist Church, 919 60th St., Kenosha (on the corner of Sheridan Road and 60th Street). In anticipation of the Oct. 24 release of its new CD, "Hymns & Spirituals: Strength for the Journey," the concert program features a number of songs, including "My Soul's Been Anchored in the Lord," "Give Me Jesus," "Witness" and "Wade in de Water."

The concert is free and open to the public. A reception will follow the concert in Fellowship Hall of the church.

SHELTERED REALITY DRUMMERS AT TRINITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

The Sheltered Reality Drummers will perform at 10 a.m. Sunday for Rally Day at Trinity United Methodist Church, 3825 Erie St. The drummers uses the power of music to engage audiences and motivate them to make positive changes in themselves, their communities and the world. To learn more about the organization, visit the Web at http://www.sheltered-reality.org Other Rally Day activities include a potluck dinner at 11:15 a.m., followed by games, fall programming information and prizes. Sheltered Reality Drummers will hold an additional free performance at 5:30 p.m. Sunday.

The Trinity Book Club will meet at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Education Wing to discuss the book "The Shack" by William Paul Young.

A five-week evening study will begin on "Facing Your Giants," a book by Max Lucado. The group will meet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, and participants are encouraged to bring a sack supper.

EMMAUSFALL FESTIVAL CELEBRATES HISPANIC HERITAGE

Following the noon Spanish-language worship service Sunday at Emmaus Lutheran Church, 1925 Summit Ave., the community is invited to celebrate together on the Emmaus field. The event features homemade food from the cuisine of Mexico, Puerto Rico and Colombia as the church celebrates celebrate Mexican Independence Day and the arrival of autumn. The celebration runs from about 1 to 6 p.m. A mariachi band and other musicians will perform, and two groups of Mexican folk dancers will perform.

For more information, visit the Web at http://www.emmaus-racine.org

UNITED FAITH MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH HOSTS PROGRAM

The Missionary Department of United Faith Missionary Baptist Church, 1327 Blake Ave., will hold a program at 3:30 p.m. Sunday. "Seven Steps Toward Following Christ" will be the theme of the messages from seven speakers of various churches in the city.

EBINAL TO SING DURING MASS

Vocalist Regina Ebinal and pianist Dorothy Kortendick will perform music from their new collaborative CD, "Together in Music, an Ocean Apart," during weekend Masses at St. Rita Parish, 4433 Douglas Ave. The two will serve as music liturgists during the 4:45 p.m. Mass today and 8 a.m. Mass on Sunday.

CDs will be available for sale after each mass, with a portion of the proceeds being donated to St. Rita Parish. For more information about Ebinal, visit the Web at http://www.reginaebinal.com or http://www.myspace.com/ebinal

ST. PAUL BAPTIST CHURCH HOSTS CONCERT

St. Paul Baptist Church presents Lee Williams and the Spiritual QC's and the Golden Wings Quartet of Tupelo, Miss., at 6 p.m. Sept. 27 at the Miracle Center, 1100 Grand Ave. Doors open at 5 p.m.

Tickets are $20 and $25 at door. Tickets may be purchased from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at the church office, 1120 Grand Ave. For more information, call (262) 632-1467.

COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH RESUMES TWO WORSHIP SERVICES

Covenant Presbyterian Church, 40 Ohio St., will return to holding worship services at 8 and 10 a.m. Sunday. Sunday school begins during the 10 a.m. service.

There is also nursery care available for children through age 3 during the 10 a.m. service.

BETH ISRAEL SINAI CONGREGATION CELEBRATES HIGH HOLIDAYS

The High Holidays will be celebrated at Beth Israel Sinai Congregation, 944 Main St., this weekend and next weekend. Rosh Hashanah services continue with 9:30 a.m. services on Saturday and Sunday. Yom Kippur will begin with a Kol Nidre service at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 27 and continue with 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. services on Sept. 28. There will also be a Yizkor Memorial Service at approximately 11 a.m. Sept. 28.

For more information, call Beth Israel Sinai at (262) 633-7093 or visit the Web at http://www.bethisraelsinai.org

SEMINAR OFFERED AT FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN BELIEVERS CHURCH

Fellowship of Christian Believers Church at 703 Washington Ave., is offering a fou- week seminar on how to "Fireproof Your Marriage." The program begins at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 27 with the movie "Fireproof." The next three Sunday evenings will feature the teaching "The Wise Family Protects their Marriage" by James McDonald from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

For more information, call the church at (262) 634-3636.

FALL SERVICES BEGIN AT FAITH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Fall worship services begin at 10 a.m. Sunday at Faith United Methodist Church, 1013 Harmony Drive. Adult Sunday school begins at 8:45 a.m. and children's Sunday school at 10:15 a.m.

The Rev. Jessie Summerall will celebrate his ninth year as pastor of Greater St. Luke's during 7 p.m. services Sept. 24-26 and 4 p.m. services Sept. 27. The Rev. L. Hill, pastor of Greater New Hope Baptist Church of Beloit will speak.

PROGRAM ON REVELATION AT ST. LUCY CATHOLIC CHURCH

Beginning Oct. 1 at 6:30 p.m. Thursday evenings, the series "Revelation: The Kingdom Yet To Come" will be facilitated by Deacon Dan Burmeister at St. Lucy Catholic Church, 3101 Drexel Ave. This 11-session DVD-based series features popular Bible scholar and theologian Jeff Cavins.

While there is no charge, an accompanying workbook is available and strongly recommended. In order receive the workbook in time, attendees need to register by Sept. 22. For more information, call St. Lucy Parish at (262) 554-1801.

ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS AT GREATER ST. LUKE'S BAPTIST CHURCH

The Songs of Faith will celebrate their 26th year musical anniversary during the 6:30 p.m. service today and 3 p.m. service Sunday at Greater St. Luke's Baptist Church, 1326 State St.

PROGRAMS OFFERED AT SIENA CENTER

The following programs are offered at the Siena Center, 5635 Erie St.:

* "Theology by the Lake," courses on scripture and theology, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursdays. Meets Milwaukee Archdiocesan requirements for catechists and teachers, and often used for continuing education. SCRIPTURE: Stories You Will Treasure, Sept. 24- Dec. 12. THEOLOGY: Faith for Our Lives and Times, January-April 2010. Cost is $180 per course, or $90 with Archdiocesan form for catechists and youth ministers.

* "Just for You," (Women's Fall Getaway), Sept. 25-27. Format includes input, discussion, music, prayer, art, humor, time for self, and reflection. Cost to attend, $185.

* "Savor a Retreat in Six Evenings," 7-8:30 p.m. on Tuesdays: Sept. 29, Oct. 13, 20 and 27, Nov. 10 and 17. This an opportunity for spiritual renewal over six evenings, interweaving prayer, presentation, reflection and sharing. Cost to attend, $50.

For more information or to register, call Sister Rita Lui at (262) 639-4100, ext. 1230.

POLISH MASS AT ST. RICHARD CATHOLIC CHURCH

Holy Liturgy of the Mass in Polish will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at St. Richard of Chichester Catholic Church, 1509 Grand Ave. The Rev. Andrzej Galant is the celebrant. Lector Florain Mentel will lead the congregation in Polish, English and Latin singing.