The Curious Savage , a heartwarming comedy for all ages, will be presented November 20-22 by Bethany Christian High School . The Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30pm and the Sunday performance is at 3 pm Call 534-2567 to reserve tickets—$8 for adults and $6 for students. For more information see www.bethanycs.net/curious_savage.

An Advent Invitation for Centering Prayer: Making space for God is a constant challenge in our lives.  It becomes even more so in the busy days of the Christmas season.  Centering Prayer is one way to allow ourselves the opportunity to “be with God” in silence.  The focus is the deepening of our relationship with our Creator God.  An ecumenical Group Centering Prayer experience is planned at College Mennonite Church for the four Monday evenings in Advent, November 30, December 7, 14, and 21.  The time will be hosted by Marie Stoltzfus from College Mennonite.  The Readers will be from various churches.  Prayer time will start at 7:30 p.m. lasting about a half hour followed by a DVD with teachers and authors Fathers Richard Rohr and Thomas Keating, teachers and authors about centering prayer and contemplation.  We expect to end by 8:45 p.m. If Centering Prayer is new to you, don’t hesitate to come.  There is guidance for our times together.  If you cannot come to all the sessions, come for those to which you are able.  You do not need to sign up.  Invite other friends who may also be interested. 

Ten Thousand Villages in Goshen ( 206 S. Main St. ) will donate 20 percent of sales on Thursday, Dec. 3, to Bethany Christian Schools . Your loved ones will enjoy the creative handcrafted gifts you purchase and artisans will receive vital, fair income as you support Bethany . Store hours this day are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. 

Life Line Screening is coming to * Silverwood Mennonite Church ( 1712 West Clinton Street, Goshen IN 46526 ) on Tuesday, December 8. Life Line Screening has partnered with over 370 hospitals across the country and has screened over 5 million participants. Why? Because the ultrasound screenings that we offer can help save lives. Screenings available: 1. Stroke/Carotid Artery, 2. Heart Rhythm (Atrial Fibrillation), 3. Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm, 4. Peripheral Arterial Disease, 5. Osteoporosis, Stroke, Vascular Disease, and Rhythm Package—all four tests for only $139. Add an osteoporosis screening for just $10 more—all 5 tests for $149 ($66 savings). Appointments are limited and pre-registration is required. Call 1-800-679-5192 with priority code 3818. You will receive your results in 21 days. Our screenings cannot detect all forms of stroke and heart disease and do not replace regular contact and follow up with your physician. Insurance Note: Life Line Screening does not participate in the Medicare program and the costs of these screening services are not reimbursable by Medicare. Life Line Screening does not file insurance claims. We accept Master Card, Visa, Discover, and American Express. Please visit us at www.lifelinescreening.com for more information. * Silverwood Mennonite Church is not affiliated with nor do they endorse Line Screening of America.

Goshen College presents its sixth annual A Festival of Carols , ushering in this sacred season with music by singers and instrumentalists, and with gathered audience participation in traditional carols.  Join us for this festive occasion, presented in the Music Center 's Sauder Concert Hall on Friday, Dec. 4 and Saturday, Dec. 5 at 7:30 pm, and on Sunday, Dec. 6 at 4 pm.  Reserved seating tickets ($14) are available now at the GC Welcome Center (574-535-7566).

Chili Supper at Bethany: Bethany Christian Schools will host a chili supper 5:00-6:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, in conjunction with home girls and boys basketball games. The chili supper is by donation, with half the proceeds benefiting Faith Mission. Additionally, alumni will receive free admission to the games and are eligible for prizes. The girls games begin at 1 p.m. and the boys at 6 p.m.

Mennonite Central Committee seeks a Location Coordinator for its Appalachia SWAP (Sharing With Appalachian People) program. This position coordinates week-long service opportunities for young people and adults to provide housing repair for low-income families. The Location Coordinator will plan and direct all aspects of the SWAP ministry in Hindman, Kentucky . This is a three to five year service worker position ideal for a married couple, to begin May 2010.  To see a job description, go to www.mcc.org. For additional information contact Mary Ann Weber at mwebermcc.org or 574-534-4133.

Open Position: Advancement Event Facilitator

Mennonite Church USA seeks an Advancement Event Facilitator to arrange, manage, and promote Mennonite Church USA advancement activities such as congregational or donor special events.  This person will be a committed Christian, active in a congregation, and have a good understanding of communication theory and strategies.  Oversee multiple operations at one time, face numerous deadlines, and orchestrate the activities of the constituent engagement of Mennonite Church USA leaders, including the Executive Director of Mennonite Church USA , Executive Director of Mennonite Mission Network, board members, senior executives and international mission workers. Familiarity with computer fundraising database use, preferably Raiser’s Edge7 software is required. Familiarity with Mennonite Church USA and public relation issues is recommended. Committed to denominational and agency goals of anti-racist action. This is an interim position through August 31, 2010. Elkhart, IN office preferred.  For more information on this position, go to www.MennoniteMission.net and click on Get Involved / Staff Opportunities, or call Linda Krueger at (574)523-3009.

Open Position: Hospitality volunteer

Mennonite Church USA’s Elkhart office is in need of assistance with receiving visitors, answering phone calls and other work for 4 to 6 hours each workday.  Inquiries are welcomed whether you are available to assist one day a week or every day of the week.  The ideal person will be a member of a Mennonite Church USA congregation who has an interest in experiencing organizational life and work in an agency office.  This volunteer will have a warm, welcoming personality, be comfortable with people of diverse backgrounds, be experienced in an office setting, and have basic email and word processing skills.  For more information on these positions, go to www.MennoniteMission.net and click on Get Involved / Staff Opportunities, or call Linda Krueger at (574)523-3009.