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FAMILY CONCERT SET: The General Assembly Church of God, 2021 E. River Road, Newton Falls, will host a concert by the Stevens family, pictured, at 11 a.m. Sunday. The Stevens family is from Warren and has been traveling in music ministry since 1985. Family members have shared their ministry in 35 states.
MASS FOR LIFE: Bishop David Bonnar will celebrate a Diocesan Mass for Life at 4 p.m. Sunday at St. Columba Cathedral, 154 W. Wood St., Youngstown. All are invited to pray for a greater respect for human life at every stage and in all circumstances. At the Mass, expectant mothers, fathers and their families will be invited to receive a blessing for their unborn babies. The "Blessing of a Child in the Womb" was created to encourage prayer and recognition of the precious gift of the child in the womb, and to foster respect for human life within society. In addition, there will be a blessing of pilgrims who will attend the National March for Life on Friday in Washington, D.C.
The Mass for Life will be followed by a reception in the parish hall that will include displays of information on respect for life and support groups available for new mothers. Donations are appreciated.
MISSIONARY TO SPEAK: Daniel Liebriek, a missionary from Belgium with United World Mission, will be the pulpit speaker at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday at Pleasant Valley Church, 2055 Pleasant Valley Road, Niles.
MEET AND GREET: The Friendship Baptist Church Women's Ministry will celebrate its annual Women's Meet and Greet at 8 a.m. Feb. 10 at the church, 1954 Brier St., Warren. Cost is $25 per person, which covers breakfast and materials. The theme is "Kingdom Women Walking Closer with Him in Love." RSVP with registration and payment at 330-369-1290 or email fbcwarren1954@gmail.com
FIRST FRIDAY CLUB: The 18th First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown Speaker Series will meet Feb. 1 with guest Jimmy Sutman, director of Iron and String Life Enhancement Inc. (ISLE) and the Purple Cat.
Sutman will present "The Washing of Feet in Youngstown, Ohio" at Avion on the Water Banquet Center, 2177 W. Western Reserve Road in Canfield.
For nearly 25 years, Sutman has made it his mission to improve the quality of life for adults with disabilities in the Mahoning Valley. After graduating from Grove City College with a degree in journalism, he worked in a sheltered workshop.
The Purple Cat was founded in 2003, about five years after the founding of ISLE. The Purple Cat operates at several locations in the area to include Farmer Casey's Ranch in Coitsville, Gallagher's Lunch Bucket, St. Lucy's in Campbell, and a Boardman location.
While the Purple Cat works with clients on vocational and training skills, it also offers a creative arts program, including the Feral Cats, a band made up of Purple Cat clients. Most recently, the Purple Cat has begun development of Gabba Camp, a campground and resort on 30 acres of land in Coitsville. It will be the first all-accessible camp of its kind in the Mahoning Valley.
There will be an opportunity for participants' questions following the talk. Luncheon will be served at 11:30 a.m. with the presentation beginning at noon. Cost is $20. Call by Jan. 26 at 330-720-4498. Reservations are limited. Visit www.firstfridayclubofgreateryoungstown.org
25TH ANNIVERSARY: Pathways Sober House is celebrating its 25th anniversary 6 to 10 p.m. Friday at Divieste's Banquet Centre, 754 North River Road, Warren. There will be a formal banquet to celebrate the anniversary. Tickets are $40 per person and $75 per couple. Any questions, donations or interest in buying tickets, call 330-369-2504. All proceeds go to Pathways Sober House.
WARM HEARTS: Catholic Charities created the Warm Hearts for Warm Homes campaign, formerly known as Keep the Kids Warm, in 2008 in response to the economic recession impacting many local families. The need for the annual campaign continues 15 years later. Warm Hearts for Warm Homes aims to provide utility assistance during cold winter months to families with children, working poor adults and older adults on fixed incomes. To donate and for other information, visit www.doy.org.
SPEAKER SERIES: First Presbyterian Church, Mahoning Avenue, Warren, will host the First Sunday speaker, Nickola Ceglia, at 11:15 a.m. Feb. 4. He is a member of Alliance for Substance Abuse Prevention, which is an organization under the umbrella of the Trumbull County Mental Health and Recovery Board.
Ceglia is a licensed independent social worker who has enjoyed a long and distinguished career of more than 45 years in the field.
Specializing in child welfare, mental health and addictions, he has held both clinical and administrative positions, most recently as an instructor for the Behavioral Health Institute at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown and former executive director of the Trumbull County Mental Health and Recovery Board.
In 2006, at the height of his career, Nick was diagnosed with both Parkinson's disease and Multiple Sclerosis, forcing him into early retirement and disability.
VILLA MARIA PROGRAMS: Villa Maria Education & Spirituality Center will host an ongoing series, TaNaK Studies for Christians: Jesus, the Torah Made Flesh with Father George Balasko 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday in the conference center and via Zoom. The Zoom link will be available on the website. TaNaK is the total Jewish bible. This month's topic is "The Historical Jesus is Jewish." A free-will offering will be taken. Participants need not attend all of the programs in this series. Registration is not required. Program information is available at vmesc.org or call 724-964-8886.
Coffee and Contemplation, a series that focuses on a variety of spiritual and holistic topics, provides participants with input from a presenter and includes time for reflection and discussion. Rebecca Mickler will present this month's session in person and via Zoom. The topic is "Ordinary Time is Extraordinary Time" and will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday in Begel Hall. This program will be available via Zoom 10 a.m. to 11:50 a.m. on the day of the event only.
Cost is $10 (optional lunch is an additional $6). Registration and further information are available online at vmesc.org or by calling 724-964-8886.