Concerts & Events

Friday, August 22 — 7:00pm - 9:00pm
The Crave CoffeeHouse, 3500 Caroline St., St. Louis, MO 63105
Join the Eric Prewitt Band for some great music, great food and drinks, and great conversation! What a combo, huh? They will be performing at The Crave on Friday, August 22 from 7:00-9:00pm. For more info on The Crave, go to: http://www.cravestl.org or to learn more about the band visit, www.myspace.com/ericprewitt.

Friday, August 22 — 7:00pm
*First Baptist Church - Jackson, MO
The Fallen will be in concert at the Back to School Rally at First Baptist Church in Jackson, MO on Friday, August 22. Admission is free. To learn more about The Fallen, visit www.myspace.com/thefallen323.

Saturday, August 23 — 8:00am-12:00pm
O'Fallon Assembly of God, O'Fallon, IL
O'Fallon Assembly of God will host a Family Car Show on Saturday, August 23. Registration will be from 8:00am-11:30am and judging will be at 12:00 noon. Judge vehicle is $10 and a non-perishable food item, Display only vehicle is $5 and a non-perishable food item, Derby Car Races$1 and a non perishable food item, and RC Car Races$2 and a non perishable food item, food, music, prizes, Dash plaques to the first 75 registered. Pre registration to krgjohnson@aol.com or 618-416-3699 or to O'Fallon Assembly of God at 618-632-5584.

Saturday, August 23 — 2:00-6:00pm
*El Shaddai Ranch Ministeries, Moscow Mills, MO
The free "Flood Aid-‘08" Christian music concert is in the planning stage by the Greater Troy Ministerial Alliance, according to GTMA President, Rev. Steve Minkler, and GTMA Secretary, Rev. Donna Doan. The Christian-themed concert, a "family day," will be held from 2 to 6 p.m., Aug. 23, at El Shaddai Ranch Ministries, 3325 Deer Run Lane, Moscow Mills, MO, and will be for the benefit of those impacted by the Lincoln County floods. Donations received through this benefit fund raiser will be used to help families and will distributed through the Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Center. The concert has a web site, www.FloodAid-08.org and an email address, gtma@FloodAid-08.org. Patrons will be able to donate at the concert, on-line through PayPal, or by mail to: GTMA Flood Aid-‘08, 1589 W. Hwy 47, Troy, MO 63379. Several Christian bands will perform, and plans call for various groups to sell food, with a percentage of their profits to go to the concert. There will be face painting, a balloon “animal” creator, and other entertainment. Families are encouraged to bring chairs, blankets, picnics and their checkbooks, along with non-perishable food for the GTMA food pantry.

Saturday, August 23 — 4:00 - 8:00pm
*Grace Baptist Church in St. Charles, 3601 Ehlmann Rd.
Grace Baptist Church wiil be holding a FREE FAMILY BLOCK PARTY on Saturday, August 23 from 4-8PM. There will be inflatables, free food (HOT DOGS, SNOW CONES & WATERMELON) and great music by Gift By Grace. Everyone is welcome. Call the church office for more info, 636-724-4879.

Saturday, August 23 — 6:00 pm
*12145 Tesson Ferry, next to Sperreng Middle School
The community is invited to South Side Church of God's Back-to-School Bash on Saturday, August 23. Free admission. Live Music provided by "Cross Heirs." Enjoy Games, Inflatables, Ice Cream & More. Mocha Joyful Noise Coffee House will be open on lower level. Southside Church of God is located in South St. Louis County at 12145 Tesson Ferry (next to Sperreng Middle School). Call 314.842.3095 for more information. Visit us at www.southsidechurchofgod.net. See you there!

Saturday, August 23 — 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
* 1281 N. Highway 47, Union, MO
Life Church in Union, MO is doing its part to help Agape House in St. Clair, MO raise money to offset fuel costs for this year. Agape House is projected to have a $10,600 deficit due to rising fuel costs for this year's budget. Life Church is hosting a BBQ and Rummage Sale to raise funds to help this ministry to the poor and needy meet their budget and allow them to continue to bring food, shelter, and resources to those in need. For more info, call (636) 583-8868.

Sunday, August 24 — 12:00 - 2:00pm
*Bible Baptist Church, 21 Park Drive, St. Charles, MO 63303
The Bible Baptist Church in St. Charles will be hosting their Annual Block party on Sunday, August 24 from 12:00pm-2:00pm. It is Free! Everyone is invited. More information and directions are online - www.biblebapt.com

Sunday, August 24 — 10:00 a.m.
*2500 Telegraph Rd., St. Louis, MO 63125
South County Church of the Nazarene invites you to come meet us and help us celebrate our move to the community during our VBS "Western Day" Celebration Sunday! The Worship Celebration followed by a FREE indoor BBQ and special activities for the children. Petting zoo, pony rides, face painting, bouncers and more!! Come dressed in your casuals or cowboy/girl duds!! Western theme is optional! All activities are FREE! For more info, call Kathy at 314-846-1116.

Sunday, August 24 — 6:00pm
*129 Woods Mill Rd., Manchester, MO 63011
The Rock the Light Tour is stopping by Manchester United Methodist Church on Sunday, August 24 . Bands: Ohio Avenue, the Radiance Effect, and Realign will all be live, on stage. The show is free, so you really have no excuse not to come. Unless you don't like to RAWK! For more info, call (636) 394-7506 or visit http://www.manchesterumc.org/youthevents.html.

Tuesday, August 26 — 7:00pm
*4824 Scottsdale, House Springs, MO 63151
Are you grieving the loss of someone close to you? Find comfort & encouragement at Grief Share. A grief video seminar & support group beginning Aug 26th - Nov 24th, Tuesday evenings, 7pm at Faith Community Church. Call (636) 671-4190 for more info, free meal and child care upon request. www.Faith-Community.org

Wednesday, August 27 — 5pm - 8pm
*2950 Kings Crossing; St. Charles, MO 63303
Harvester Student Ministries will host a free festival for Junior High and High School teenagers. Main events include Double B, NeverShoutNever!, Timmy Blaire and Zach Ford. There will also be inflatable boxing, open skateboarding, graffitti wall, unplugged stage B, fire spinning and more. For more info, call (636) 928-7651 x. 126 or visit www.HSMweb.com.

Thursday, August 28 — 7:00pm
*1230 Big Bend Rd., Ballwin, MO 63021
Start the school year off right with Shane Bernard and Shane Everett at Twin Oaks Presbyterian Church on the Southwest corner of Big Bend and 141 in West County. Bethany Dillon will open. Tickets are $15, or $10 with a student ID at www.itickets.com or at the door. This event is hosted by Quarterlife at Twin Oaks, a twenties ministry. For more info, visit www.twinoakschurch.org or call the church office at 636-861-1870.

Friday, August 29 — 7:00 pm
St. John's Lutheran Church, Arnold, MO
What if your deepest secrets were suddenly exposed? Nine friends discover just how explosive it can be when their past becomes their present. St. John’s Lutheran Church is pleased to again be hosting a movie premier. On August 29 & 30 at 7pm at St. John's Lutheran Church, Arnold, Mo in Founder’s Hall there will be a free viewing of the movie HIDDEN SECRETS, staring John Schneider (Dukes of Hazard). The movie is a story of love, friendship, redemption and ultimately faith. This funny and heartwarming movie will touch your heart and soul. Free Admission. Invite friends and family to attend. For more info, call 636/464-0096 or visit www.sjlcarnold.org.

Saturday, August 30 — 12:00-5:00pm
*Church of the Shepherd, Hwy 94 and Jungermann (behind Walmart)
CrossRock is a free rock and hip hop God-glorifying outdoor music fest set to rock the cross in St. Charles (Hwy 94 & Jungerman) on Saturday, August 30. Expecting over 500 people, CrossRock brings the talents of Candlefuse, Ohio Avenue and Radiance Effect together with local favorites, Larry Rodgers and The Brandon Salter Band. Area youth and praise bands welcome to play. Find out more at www.gocrossrock.com.

Sunday, August 31 — 10:30 am
* 1284 Hwy M, Cook Station, Missouri
Canaan Community Church invites the community to enjoy Gospel Singing featuring the Johnson Family on Sunday, August 31. A very inspirational family from California ministering through music. This will be their last tour in Missouri. For more information, call 573-775-5125.

Monday, September 1
This April, St. Louis will host an exciting event that promises to cause a stir in the fashion industry. The second annual Pure Fashion show will hit the runway in St. Louis this spring. Local teens, ages 14-18, will model clothing and accessories from local retailers after participating in an 8 month formation program that includes hair and make-up application, public speaking, community service, and ongoing faith formation. Pure Fashion is a faith-based program that encourages teen girls to live, act, and dress in accordance with their dignityas children of God. For more information on the program or to apply to brecome a model with this year's program, log onto www.purefashion.com and click on "Become a Model." Application deadline is September 1.

Saturday, September 6
*YMCA Trout Lodge
Bring your family or your group to celebrate your faith at our non-denominational FaithFest. Special Saturday Evening Concert: Avalon & Britt Nicole. Enjoy: • Christian Bands & Music • Christian Clowning Ministry (face painting, balloon animals, clowning, & puppet shows) • Speakers (topics include personalities & how to interact as Christians). Weekend Rates: • rates are per person per night for ages 6+ • ages 5 & under are free • includes lodging, meals, all FaithFest activities, & most recreational activities. Trout Lodge - $65 (families or groups), Camp Lakewood (groups only), Modern Cabins - $55, Rustic Cabins - $45. For individual family reservations, call 573-438-2154 or 314-241-9622 or make online reservations now at www.troutlodge.org. For group reservations, please contact Group Sales at 573-438-2154 or 314-241-9622. Day Passes - $20. • advance registration required • rates are per person per day for ages 6+ • ages 5 & under are free • includes one meal, all FaithFest activities, & most recreational activities • additional meals may be purchased. For day pass reservations, please contact Family Reservations at 573-438-2154 or 314-241-9622. http://www.ymcaoftheozarks.org/faithfest

Saturday, September 6 — 5:00pm
*7400 Hwy. N, Dardenne Prairie, MO 63368
Dardenne Presbyterian Church will be hosting a family oriented contemporary worship service featuring 12 Gates leading worship on Saturday, September 6 at 5:00pm. The community is invited to attend. For more info, call the church office at 636-561-4347 or visit www.dardennepresbyterian.org.

Sunday, September 7 — 7:00pm
*Hwy 30 and Silver Lane, Cedar Hill, MO
The Redemptions will be in concert at Cedar Hill Lutheran Church on Sunday, September 7th at 7PM. This is a trio composed of Robyn Mackey, Kevin Womble and Justin Hoagland who have been together over 10 years. This is a return engagement and they are always a great sound and testimony. Kevin has written many songs several of which are on the Southern Gospel charts being sung by national groups. A love offering will be taken. The church is located just SW of NW High School at the corner of Hwy 30 and Silver Lane. For more information call the church at 636-274-4802.

Sunday, September 7 — 12:00pm
*2240 Bennington Place, Maryland Heights, MO
Dorsett Village Church invites the whole community to their Block Party! Children and parents of all ages are invited to the Dorsett Village Church Block Party. Enjoy games, food, candy, giveaways. Rain or Shine on the grounds of Dorsett Village Church, Sunday Sept. 7 at noon. Hope to see you there!!! For more info, visit www.dorsettvillagechurch.org.

Tuesday, September 9 — 7:30am
*St. Charles Convention Center ~ #1 Convention Center Plaza ~ St. Charles, MO
The man who inspired this nation with his heroic courage during the hijacking of his plane will address the 14th annual Businessman's Prayer Breakfast, and interdenominational event. The breakfast will be held Tuesday, September 9th at 7:30am. Eric McGrew was a combat pilot in the US Marine Corp for 10 years and flew for Delta Airlines for 29 years. He retired from Delta Airlines as the captain of a Boeing 767 at the age of 58. It was during his career in commercial airlines with Delta that he lived through a life threatening hijacking of his plane. That event helped change his life. McGrew's story of adventure and faith has inspired audiences nationwide and will challenge and encourage all who him. For more info, call 636-949-8200.

Friday, September 12 — 5:00-9:45pm
*Grace Baptist Church, St. Charles, MO
The community is invited to attend the Biblical Counseling & Discipleship Training on Friday, September 12 (5:00-9:45pm) and Saturday, September 13 (8:00am-4:30pm). The training will take place at Grace Baptist Church in St. Charles, MO. The event is hosted by the National Association of Nouthetic Counselors. The NANC is offering 30 total hours of intense training in Biblical Counseling and Discipleship over three seperate weekends (9/12-13, 10/24-25, & 11/21-22). Marriage problems, depression, conflict, financial difficulty?...Come learn how God's Word has answers for the problems we face in everyday life. Learn to use the Bible to help others. Register online at www.nanc.org or call 317/337-9100.

Saturday, September 13 — 9:00am - 4:00pm
*5252 S. Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63126
Christ Memorial Lutheran Church in South St. Louis County invites you to Walk Thru the Old Testament and the Kids in the Book (for kids 1st - 6th grade). These studies will help you understand the Old Testament more fully with interactive learning techniques, like hand signs, catch phrases, and group reviews to help absorb—and remember—the concepts of the Old Testament. Cost is $17/adult and $15/child. Child care 1- Kindergarten at no cost. For more info, call 314-631-0304 or visit www.christmemorialstl.org.

Saturday, September 13 — 9:00-11:00 a.m.
*The Columns Banquet Center, 711 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, St. Charles, MO 63303
Community Prayer Breakfast, "Make My Life a Prayer to You" Breakfast, Praise, Worship, Speaker, Richard Lane, Street Evangelist in St. Louis--Opportunity to learn about the mission of Our Lady's Inn, maternity shelter for homeless women and their families. Locations in St. Louis and St. Charles. Cost is $20.00 Call Tammy to reserve a spot (314) 351-4590or Betsy (636) 398-5375. For more info, visit www.ourladysinn.org.

Tuesday, September 16 — 6:00pm
*11300 St Charles rock Rd Bridgeton, Mo 63044
Is God Leading You To Help a Hurting Child? The Missouri Baptist Childrens Home is seeking foster and adoptive families for children who are in state custody and need homes. Please let your heart lead the way and get information on finding out how you can help. To learn more, attend the MBCH Foster/Adopting Info Meeting on Tuesday, September 16. To contact MBCH, call 314-739-6811 or visit www.mbch.org.

Saturday, September 20 — 6:00pm
*Six Flags-St. Louis at the Old Glory Amphitheatre
Join us for a day of praise through inspirational music and uplifting worship on Sept. 20. Professional musician, producer, and songwriter, tobyMac, will perform at the Old Glory Amphitheatre at 6pm. All concert goers must purchase a park pass to get into the show or be a season ticket holder. There is a $6 additional charge for advance purchase tickets and $8 when purchased the day of the event, while supplies last. Concert Tickets Available Soon. All one-day park passes, season passes, & concert tickets can be purchased through Six Flags-St. Louis at www.sixflags.com/stLouis.

Saturday, September 20
*Six Flags St Louis, Eureka, MO
Please join The Fallen and other area Christian Bands at Praise-a-Palooza Six Flags on Saturday, September 20. The Fallens' performance time and stage location to be announce. For more info, visit www.myspace.com/thefallen323.

Saturday, September 20 — Registration 9:00am, Walk 10:00am
*Tilles Park, Litzsinger and McKnight Rd.
Please join us for the second annual Hydrocephalus (hi-dro-sef-a-lus) Association walk to support awareness for this neurological condition in which cerebrospinal fluid accumulates in the brain. Currently there is no cure, but treatments are available. Your $25 adult donation or $10 child donation are 100% tax deductable. Bring a towel for children's water play and enjoy music and balloons. For more information contact HydroWalkStL2008@hotmail.com or call Stephanie at 314-542-7118. To learn more about the disease, visit www.hydroassoc.org.

Saturday, September 27 — 11:00am - 3:00pm
*Arnold Park in Arnold, Missouri
Spring Forth New Ministry will host a Community Outreach at Arnold Park on Saturday, September 27. Enjoy free food and drinks and live Christian music. For the kids, we will have clowns, puppet show, & face painting. Prizes to be given away. Fpr more info, call 636-677-5091 or visit www.springforthnew.org.

Saturday, September 27 — 10am-5pm
*1200 Moreland Dr., Belleville IL 62223
The community is invited to attend Spaghetti for the Soul with Kathy Troccoli and Ellie Lofaro on Saturday, September 27 from 10:00am-5:00pm. The event will be held at St. Matthew UMC in Belleville, IL. Kathy & Ellie will be sharing God's Love, Faith, and Hope in their messages and songs. Kathy is an award winning singer and songwriter and Ellie has authored 4 books. The purpose is to Encourage, Equip, and Edify women in their relationship with Jesus Christ. Cost $35 which includes lunch. For more info, call 618-397-5994 or visit www.stmatthewumc.org.

Friday, October 31 — 3:00PM & 6:00PM
*900 Birdie Hills Rd., St. Peters, MO 63376
JOY FM presents VEGGIE TALES LIVE!: GOD MADE YOU SPECIAL. Children of all ages will love this show, brought to you on Friday, October 31 at Church on the Rock in St. Peters, MO! There will be two showtimes: 3:00pm & 6:00pm. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, August 26th, right here at www.joyfmonline.org or call 314/909-8569.