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• Odessa American

ODESSA, TEXAS - Coming events include worship services, classes, Bible studies, community outreach, fundraisers, mission opportunities and more. The Odessa American welcomes church special events. Submission deadline is 5 p.m. Wednesdays for consideration for the following Saturday’s edition. Email oalife@oaoa.com.

Spirit and Truth Church, 3102 E. University Blvd., has scheduled a big garage sale from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 30.
There will be a large assortment of donated items, small appliances, furniture, lamps, and much more.

Holy Cross Catholic School registration for the 2021-2022 school year is now open for grades 9-12.
Register at holycrosschs.org/admissions. For questions, call 432-235-1094 or email info@holycrosschs.org.

St. Mary’s Catholic Church School has currently open enrollment for students in grades PK3-7th through today.
To register or for more information, call 432-337-6052 or smccsodessa.org.

Second Baptist Church, 711 E. 17th St., has scheduled Rodz For God Family Car Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 4.
Fee is $10 plus bag of canned food.
There will be kids activities & VBS registration.
For car registration, call 432-334-8381 or register the day of the car show.

Connection Christian Church, 4141 Tanglewood Lane, has scheduled a VBS Worship Arts Camp for ages 4 through 5th grade from 9 a.m. to noon June 6-9.
Activities include drama, music, art, snacks, dance, and more.
The children will help lead worship at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. on June 12.
Registration deadline is June 1.
Register at tinyurl.com/596449sa.

Second Baptist Church, 711 E. 17th St., has scheduled Make Waves VBS for ages 4 through 6th grade from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. June 5-9.
To register or for information, email jsbrem_98@yahoo.com or visit tinyurl.com/yt75tm86.

Sherwood Baptist Church, 505 E. 42nd St., has scheduled VBS for children who completed grades K-8 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. June 5-9.
This year’s theme is Spark Studios, “Created for Christ, Designed for God’s Purpose.”
To register or for more information, call 432-366-0331 or visit sbcodessa.org/vbs.

Belmont Baptist Church, 1200 W. Eighth St., has scheduled VBS, “Monumental,” Celebrating God’s Creation from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. June 6-10.
Registration starts June 1 in the fellowship hall.
Bring a towel and shoes that can get wet for some water fun.
Snacks will be provided.
The event is free.
Visit tinyurl.com/5987zkea.

Chapel Hill Baptist Church, 1820 E. 52nd St., has scheduled VBS for ages 4 through middle school from 9 a.m. to noon June 6-10.
Register at tinyurl.com/yckzvcwr.

First United Methodist Church, 415 N. Lee Ave., has scheduled a Worship Arts Camp for children in grades K-5th (completed) from 9 a.m. to noon June 6-9.
The camp will include teaching Biblical lessons through song, crafts and other fun activities.
To register or more information, call 432-337-1527 or visit fumcodessa.org.

First Baptist Church and the Black Cultural Council of Odessa will present Fred Hammond in concert on June 15 at the church, 709 N. Lee St.
Doors open at 6 p.m.
General admission is free.
Text CONCERT to 40778 for VIP seating.
For more information, visit tinyurl.com/yckf5txw.

Freedom for the Basin has scheduled a Summer Outreach at 7 p.m. June 18 at Sherwood Park, 4400 N. Dixie Blvd.
There will be music, free food, recovery testimonies and prize drawings.
Many organizations from the community will be present standing together to show we believe recovery is possible.
Visit tinyurl.com/bd8p44tw.

Odessa Bible Church and New Life Church have scheduled an Adventure Camp for students who completed grades K-5th from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 20-24 at New Life Church, 7184 Club Drive.
Early bird pricing is $185 per camper (a 20% discount for each additional sibling).
The price will increase to $225 after June 3.
To register or for more information, visit tinyurl.com/3nsntubx.

St. James Missionary Baptist Church, 2212 E. 11th St., has scheduled an installation service of the new pastor, the Rev. James J. Bolton, at 3 p.m. June 26.
The event is free and open to the public.
For more information, call Claire McQueen at 432-661-3630 or email Claire_ockletree@yahoo.com.

First Baptist Church, 311 W. Eighth St., has scheduled VBS, “Make Waves,” for ages 3 through 6th grade from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. June 27-July 1.
Activities include STEAM projects, water games, and more.
To register, visit tinyurl.com/25at3em4 or text VBS to 40778.
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Belmont Baptist Church, 806 N. Belmont Ave., offers family meals during its Family Supper time from 5:15 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. each Wednesday when Awana is in session.
Admission is free.
For more information, call 432-332-0248, email belmont@belmontbaptist.org or visit tinyurl.com/23vkhr47.

Belmont Baptist Church, 806 N. Belmont Ave., offers family meals during its Family Supper time from 5:15 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. each Wednesday when Awana is in session.
Admission is free.
For more information, call 432-332-0248, email belmont@belmontbaptist.org or visit tinyurl.com/23vkhr47.
For more information, call 432-332-0248, email belmont@belmontbaptist.org or visit tinyurl.com/23vkhr47.

Catholic Charities Community Services Odessa, 2500 Andrews Highway, need of volunteers for pantry distribution.
Distribution times are scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon and from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays.
For more information on dates and times, call 332-1387.
Visit facebook.com/ccodessatx or ccodessa.com.

The West Texas Street Rod Association has scheduled Cars at Crossroads from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. every fourth Saturday of each month at Crossroads Church, 6901 E. Highway 191.
There will be coffee and donuts inside the church.
Visit tinyurl.com/cdjd6pvt.

Door of Hope Mission are in need of financial support to help provide hot meals, a safe place to sleep and shower to those who struggle with addictions through Bible study and counseling.
There a few ways to give:
• PayPal Giving Fund: 100% goes to the mission, visit www.paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/2432315. PayPal does not keep a processing fee when you use this service.
• Door of Hope Mission website, www.doorofhopemission.com/donate.html, or mail a check to Door of Hope Mission, PO Box 1789, Odessa, TX 79760.
• On Amazon or eBay, add Door of Hope Mission as preferred charity, and a portion of purchases will go to the mission.
• On Amazon Smile (www.smile.amazon.com): Login to your account then select Door of Hope Mission Odessa TX so the mission receives donations from eligible purchases when you shop.
• On eBay (charity.ebay.com/charity/charity-name/2432315): Add the Door Of Hope Mission to favorites.
All donations are tax deductible.
For more information, call 337-8294 or visit doorofhopemission.com.

Highland United Methodist Church, 1808 N. Dixie Blvd., and volunteers offer a back door blessing meal at 6 p.m. Wednesdays in the fellowship hall.
There is no charge. Any donations contributed goes toward Highland’s children’s ministries.
Call 332-0261 or email highlandumc.odessa@gmail.com.
Visit highlandodessa.com.

Sherwood Church of Christ, 4900 North Dixie Blvd., offers free clothing on the first Saturday of every month.
With so many families in the community are losing their jobs due to COVID and the downturn in oil, the Sherwood Clothes Closet is an opportunity for people to find needed clothing items for the entire family.
Hours are 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Masks are required to comply with city orders and to protect each other from spreading the virus.

Victory Christian Fellowship Church, 325 N. County Road West, offers individuals assistance who are hurting from addictions to become drug and alcohol free, physically well and most important spiritually alive.
All services are provided for free.
Several homes are located throughout Texas, New Mexico and Chicago.
For more information, call the Rev. Albert Flores at 432-978-9959 or 432-335-8925.
For home locations, call for Odessa, 325-300-0832; El Paso, 915-838-8887; Fort Worth, 817-626-1819; Houston, 713-880-4732; Mathis, 361-547-3755; McAllen, 956-702-2781; San Angelo, 325-658-1061; Albuquerque, N.M., 505-550-5661; Artesia, N.M., 575-745-4294; and Chicago, 773-696-9094.

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