The annual Blessing of the Backpacks will be held Sunday, Aug. 2, in both worship services. Children are invited to bring their empty backpacks to church, and we will pray over them as they begin a new school year. We will also pray over the teachers and school staff in our congregation.

A new year of Sunday School also begins August 2 at 9:40 a.m. Parents, watch for information about your child’s class, room number and teachers.