Ottawa Christian Events Compiled by CHRI 99.1 FM
Robert Du Broy
CHRI 99.1 FM Entertainment Events
Revised February 10, 2003
On Friday February 14th at 730pm, the Canadian Friends of Sierra Leone
present the Freetong Players - an internationally known dance troupe in
concert. The location will be Glebe St. James. Tickets are $10/each. For
information, call 225-6282 or visit the Web site at www.wuomi.ca.
On Saturday February 15th at 7pm, the Canadian Friends of Sierra Leone
present the Freetong Players - an internationally known dance troupe in
concert. The location will be Kanata Baptist Church. For information, call
592-2931 or visit the Web site at www.wuomi.ca.
**On Saturday February 15th, Christian Café takes place for youth ages 16
and up. The evening will feature Karaoke and the location will be the Roy G
Hobbs Community Centre, 109 Lark Rd in Orleans. For information, call
834-9638.
On Sunday February 16th at 7pm, the Canadian Friends of Sierra Leone present
the Freetong Players - an internationally known dance troupe in concert. The
location will be St. James United in Osgoode. For information, call 826-2130
or visit the Web site at www.wuomi.ca.
From February 17th to 20th, Messiah Presentations presents Blessings Café at
Brockville Wesleyan Church. This live theatrical production will show each
evening at 7pm, with the exception of Wednesday evening at 8pm. Tickets are
$12/person and children will not be admitted due to mature subject matter.
For tickets, call 613-498-2133 or visit the Web site for information at
www.messiahpresentations.com.
On Tuesday February 18th at 730pm, the Canadian Friends of Sierra Leone
present the Freetong Players - an internationally known dance troupe in
concert. The location will be Christchurch Anglican. Tickets are $10/each.
For information, call 829-3227 or visit the Web site at www.wuomi.ca.
On Saturday February 22nd at 7pm, Lost Coin performs in concert at Kanata
Baptist Church. Tickets are $5 at the door. A canned food item for the food
bank enters you into a draw for prizes. For information, call 836-3145 ext.
306.
On Sunday February 23rd, Rideau Park United Church hosts the Vocal
Starlets - soprano Magan Stewart, messo-soprano Francesca Ranalli and tenor
David Lankeau, performing well-known favourites from opera and the concert
stage. Tickets are $15/adults and $10/seniors and students. The church is
located at 2203 Alta Vista. For information, call 733-1109 or 733-3156.
**On Friday February 28th at 730pm, Ransom performs in concert with special
guests Diving Pride. The location will be 235 Donald St. Tickets are $5 in
advance or at the door with group rates available. For information, call
841-6557 or visit the Web site www.ransomfire.com.
**On Saturday March 8th at 630pm, Christ's Chapel Bible Church presents
Gospel Night II featuring performances by the Christ Chapel Bible Church
Choir, the Ethiopian Evangelical Church Choir, As One, Sandra
Griffith-Bonaparte, Veronica Gyimah, Tabitha Lemaire and Vanessa London. The
location will be Dominion Chalmers United Church; 355 Cooper St. Tickets are
$25 in advance or $30 at the door with discounts for children. For
information, call 824-9082, 834-8239 or 749-0991
On Thursday March 13th at 7pm, CHRI-FM celebrates its 6th birthday party
featuring the Rebecca St. James Worship God Tour at Dominion Chalmers United
Church. The evening will also feature performances by Aaron Spiro,
Charmaine, River Tribe and Big Daddy Weave. Tickets are $25/each. For
information, call 247-1440.
**On Saturday March 15th, the Promised Land Urban Bilingual Show and concert
takes place featuring Montreal artist Sans Compromis, hip hop, R&B and
Accapella music, stand up comedy and more. The location will be The Patro D'
Ottawa, 40 Cobourg St. Tickets are $5 in advance or $8 at the door -- the
first 5 callers to leave a message at the information line will receive a
free ticket. For information, call 760-8666.
From February 24th to 28th, Messiah Presentations presents Blessings Café at
Brockville Wesleyan Church. This live theatrical production will show each
evening at 7pm, with the exception of Wednesday evening at 8pm. Tickets are
$12/person and children will not be admitted due to mature subject matter.
For tickets, call 613-498-2133 or visit the Web site for information at
www.messiahpresentations.com.
On Saturday April 19th, DJ's Promotions in association with Pinnacle Group
presents Dr. Ron Kenoly and special guests at Dominion Chalmers United
Church. Tickets can be purchased at Salem and Blessings. For information,
call 247-1440.
**On Saturday May 10th at 3pm, FreekFest 2003 takes place at the Doon Indoor
Soccer Park in Kitchener. The evening features performances by Thousand Foot
Krutch, Lucerin Blue, [h]EADSPACE, The Crush, Steadfast, Hawk Nelson, One
Cross, Red Umbrella, 7th Factor and many more. Tickets are $12 in advance,
$15 at the door and $10/person with groups of 25 or more. For information,
visit the Web site at www.jkbooking.com.
From June 25th to 28th, Creation 2003 celebrates its 25th Anniversary as the
Nation's Largest Christian Festival in Mt. Union, Pennsylvania. For
information, call 1-800-327-6921 or visit the Web site at
www.creationfest.com.
From July 23rd to 26th, Creation 2003 celebrates its 25th Anniversary as the
Nation's Largest Christian Festival in George, Washington. For information,
call 1-800-327-6921 or visit the Web site at www.creationfest.com.
CHRI 99.1 FM Community Announcements
Revised February 10, 2003
On Wednesday February 12th at 930am, the Orleans Gloucester Christian Women'
s Club holds a meeting featuring Fifth Avenue Jewelry by Doris Tessier,
music from soloist Grace Winn and speaker Diane Heatherington. For
information, call 837-5861.
On Wednesday February 12th at noon, Bethel Pentecostal Church hosts the
Cornerstone 55 Plus Beach Party Hawaiian Style Luncheon. The cost will be
$7/person. The church is located at 500 Viewmount Dr. For information and to
RSVP, call 226-1383.
On Wednesday February 12th at 1pm, the Ottawa Central Christian Women's Club
hosts a Valentine Delights Dessert Buffet. The location will be 820
Woodroffe Ave. The cost will be $6/person. For information, call 727-9456.
On Wednesday February 12th, the Perth Christian Women's Club hosts a meeting
featuring the theme The Warmth of a Home. The location will be Code's Mill.
The cost will be $6.50 and includes the program and dessert. For
information, call 267-4612.
On Thursday February 13th at 7pm, the Christian Women's Club hosts a Dinner
and Program featuring Fifth Avenue jewellery collection and guest speaker
Carol Sherman. The location will be the Quality Inn in Arnprior. For
information, call 832-2132.
On Valentine's Day February 14th, a Valentine's Pasta Dinner will be held
for teens and adults in support of a mission trip to New Orleans. The
location will be Trinity Bible Church, 4101 Stagecoach Rd. in Osgoode. For
information and reservations, call 826-3341.
On Valentine's Day February 14th, the Ottawa Church of God presents a
Valentine's Dinner Party at the OCG Fellowship Hall, 1820 Carling Ave. This
semi-formal evening begins at 7pm with hors d'oeuvres and includes prizes
and suprises. Tickets are $20/individuals and $30/couple. For information,
call 729-3172 ext. 227.
On Valentine's Day, February 14th, Truth Christian Academy holds their 1st
Annual Valentine's Dinner Fundraiser featuring a 5-course gourmet meal. The
cost will be $23/person. For information, call 729-0593.
On Saturday February 15th at 9am, the Nepean Chapter of Aglow holds a
Breakfast Meeting featuring Leah Morris on the topic Fanning the Flame to
Reach Intimacy with God. The location will be Macie's Hotel, 1274 Carling
Ave. The cost will be $12/person. For information, call 745-3671 or
733-6113.
On Saturday February 15th at 1030am, the Rude Food Café will be held in
support of a mission trip to Costa Rica. The purpose of the trip will be to
meet the needs of the community with a focus on orphaned and
underprivileged. The Café takes place at the Arnprior Shopping Centre. For
information, call 613-623-5929.
From Monday February 17th to Saturday March 1st, a Pilgrimage to the Shrine
of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Holy Mexico takes place with Father Mark Goring
of the Companions of the Cross. For information and reservations, call Gail
at 744-1418.
On Friday February 21st and Saturday February 22nd, the Men Alive Conference
takes place at Tyndale College and Seminary in Toronto. Dr. Chuck Borsellino
will be the speaker with Jude St. John of the Toronto Argonauts. The cost
will be $99/person for the conference. For information, call 905-745-7425 or
visit the Web site at www.menalive.org.
On Friday and Saturday February 21st and 22nd, the Ottawa Canadian Chinese
Christian Professional Fellowship presents Spiritual Leadership Conference
2003 with speaker Dr. Richard Blackaby. The location will be Calvin
Christian Reformed Church, 1475 Merivale Rd. near Clyde. For information,
call 228-9108.
**On Saturday February 22nd at 9am, Professor Edmund F. Bloedow, PhD will
speak on the topic Biblical Archaeology: Witness to Truth. The location will
be St. Paul's Presbyterian, 971 Woodroffe Ave.
**On Saturday February 22nd at 730pm, Prophetic Destiny Ministries presents
a night of prophetic healing and deliverance with speaker Winston Trought.
The location will be the Comfort Inn, 122 Montreal Rd. For information, call
739-1190.
On Saturday February 22nd from 9am to 2pm, Kanata United Church holds a
Giant Used Book Sale with proceeds going toward outreach projects. For
information, call 270-9640.
On Saturday February 22nd, the main event for Christ Church Cathedral's
Celebration of the Underground Railroad in Canada takes place. The church is
located at 420 Sparks St. For information, call 266-9041.
On Saturday February 22nd at 7pm, the CGIT and Camp Kalalla Reunion takes
place featuring the Kalalla Variety Show Extravaganza. The location will be
Cityview United Church, 6 Epworth Ave. For information, call 596-1782 or
visit the Web site at www.campkalalla.com.
On Saturday February 22nd, Insights Counseling presents a workshop focusing
on the theme Who Am I? - What Am I? with Rev. Ron Howard. The workshop is
open to anyone interested in knowing more about themselves and will take
place at New Wine Covenant Church, 2586 St. Joseph Blvd. in Orleans. The
cost will be $55/person. For information, call 830-6027.
From Sunday February 23rd to Wednesday February 26th, Miracle Centre Prayer
Tower Ministries International presents 4 Nights of Salvation, Healing,
Deliverance and Miracles at the Bronson Centre, 211 Bronson Ave. Pastors
Michael and Vinnette Johnson will host the events. For information, call
526-0738.
**From Thursday February 27th to Sunday March 2nd, Augustine College
presents visiting artist Phil Irish at St. Barnabas Church, 70 James St.
Admission is free. For information, call 237-9870 or visit the Web site
www.augustinecollege.org.
From Friday February 28th to Saturday March 1st, the Diocesan Centre hosts
Beginning Again Weekend for separated and divorced individuals. The centre
is located at 1246 Kilborn Place. The cost is $30/person. For information,
call 738-5025 ext. 217.
**On Saturday and Sunday March 1st and 2nd, Bibleway Ministries celebrates
their 10th Anniversary. The Saturday location will be Queensway West Baptist
Church, and the Sunday location will be Michelle Heights Community Center.
For information, call 831-3265.
On Saturday March 1st at 10am, Community Christian School holds an Open
House. The school is located at 2681 Glen St. in Metcalfe. The school
teaches children from kindergarten to grade 8. For information, call
821-3316 or visit the school's Web site at www.communitychristianschool.ca.
**On Sunday March 2nd, Walk Thru the Old Testament seminar will be held at
Community Bible Church in Kanata. For information, call 836-2606.
Beginning Wednesday March 12th at 7pm, Seeds of Hope organic gardening
seminars take place. The location will be Bethany Baptist Church. The cost
will be $40 for six sessions. For information, call 820-0598.
On Wednesday March 19th and each Wednesday afternoon until May, the Sylvia
House Hospice Volunteer Training Program will hold sessions at Bells Corners
United Church, 3955 Richmond Rd. For information, call 599-9272.
From Monday April 7th to Friday April 11th, Elijah House Canada presents
Basic Week One Prayer Counseling Training at New Wine Covenant Church, 2586
St. Joseph Blvd. Gerald and Marie Richards will facilitate. For information,
call 837-0507 or visit the Web site at www.restorationministries.ca.
On Friday and Saturday April 11th and 12th, Restoration Ministries presents
Hearing God's Voice: a Workshop on Dynamic Prayer and Two-Way Communication
to Help You Better Communicate with God. The location will be New Wine
Covenant Church, 2586 St. Joseph Blvd. in Orleans. For information, call
837-0507.
On Saturday April 19th, a day-long workshop and evening of worship takes
place featuring Ron Kenoly at Dominion Chalmers United Church, 355 Cooper
St. Tickets are of limited availability and can be purchased at Salem,
Blessings, WDTWS and The Crossroads in Smiths Falls. For information, call
247-0268.
From Thursday May 1st to Sunday May 4th, Immaculata High School celebrates
its 75th Anniversary. All former staff and students are invited. For
information, call 828-0027.
From June 5th to 19th, Celtic Horizons presents the 2003 Celtic Quest
Pilgrimage/Tour to Ireland featuring a tour of various locations, worship,
prayer and instruction. For information, call 613-277-2784 or visit the Web
site at www.celtichorizons.org/pilgrims.htm.
In August 2003, The Way of the Master Evangelism Seminar with Kirk Cameron
and Ray Comfort comes to Ottawa. The cost will be $15/person, $25/couple and
$5/students. For information, call 1-888-647-5953 or visit the Web site at
www.livingwaterscanada.com.
From September 26th to 28th, Celtic Horizons holds its 2003 Celtic Spirit
Retreat at Galilee Retreat/Mission Centre. The weekend features the theme
The Celtic Way of Prayer and will be led by Dara Molloy. For information,
call 613-277-2784 or visit the Web site at
www.celtichorizons.org/retreat.htm.
CHRI 99.1 FM Continuing Announcements [expire as noted]
Revised February 10, 2003
The Capital Chordettes can deliver Singing Valentines to your loved one for
Valentine's Day. For information, call 684-3133 or 822-0841 or visit the Web
site www.singingvalentines.com. [expires February 15, 2003]
Sunshine Dreams for Kids is currently recruiting for Leadership positions in
their Ottawa Chapter. Qualified candidates with the abilities to lead, plan
and organize may contact Maija Craig at 1-800-461-7935 ext. 237, or e-mail
mcr...@sunshine.ca, or visit the Web site at www.sunshine.ca. [expires
February 15, 2003]
Woodvale LifeGroups include such topics as DivorceCare, Significance, Anger,
Women Survivors of Abuse, Challenging Parenting and Hope for a Woman's
Heart. Courses begin the week of February 3rd. Space is limited. For
information and to register, call 829-2362. [expires February 15, 2003]
Quality used books are needed for the 11th Annual Book Sale at Kanata United
Church. Proceeds from the sale benefit the church's outreach programs. Books
can be left at the drop box at the church, 33 Leacock Dr. off Beaverbrook in
Kanata. For information, call 270-9640. [expires February 20, 2003]
The Neil Squire Foundation is a Canadian, non-profit service working with
adults with physical disabilities to expand job-hunting and computer skills
and more. For information, call 723-3575 or visit the Web site
www.neilsquire.ca. [expires February 28, 2003]
The Bethesda Renewal Centre has grounds open for cross-country skiing or
snow shoeing on Sunday afternoons from 2-4pm. For information, call 257-4587
or visit the Web site at www.bethesdarenewalcentre.ca. [expires March 31,
2003]
Celtic Horizons holds workshops on an ongoing basis featuring such topics as
"The Celtic Way", "Celtic Sacred Places" and "Celtic Theology" as well as
much more. For information, call 613-277-2784 or visit the Web site at
www.celtichorizons.org. [expires March 31, 2003]
The first Tuesday of each month, St. John the Apostle Parish holds a
Bereavement Support Group in the parish lounge. For information, call
228-1154. [expires March 31, 2003]
The first Friday of each month, the Monthly Day of Adoration and Prayer for
Peace will be held at the Chapel of the Sisters of Visitation, 114 Richmond
Rd. For information, call 730-2621 or 737-6972. [expires March 31, 2003]
**Each Sunday evening at 8pm, experience the monastic "Liturgy of the Hours"
performed by Chorus Ecclesiae and the Symposium Choir at St. Theresa Church
on Somerset St. There is no admission fee and parking is free during
Vespers. For information, call 567-7729. [expires March 31, 2003]