The Wrecking, Davids Rising in concert in New Milford, October 14th

Christian band "Davids Rising"Davids Rising

Christian bands The Wrecking and Davids Rising will appear in a free concert at Faith Church in New Milford on October 14th.

This is a part of the ongoing revival concert series sponsored by Revival Generation Ministries, a ministry dedicted to promoting revival and youth outreach in the Greater Danbury area.

Visit their website for more information about this and other upcoming events.

The Call concert reaches youth in Danbury in 2011

Danbury area churches and youth ministries are cooperating to launch a concert seriespromoting alternative Friday Night events that are drug and alcohol free for young people at The Palace Theater.

Eight concerts are planned for 2011. This month’s inaugural concert features ”OUT OF HIDING” and ”HIGHER TRUTH.” Doors open at 7pm – Ends at 11pm.  Admission is $10.

For more information about this and the other upcoming “THE CALL” events
please visit Revival Generation Ministries or contact Pastor Paul DiMarco at (203) 470-7362.

Additional 2011 Concert Dates are as follows: February 18th, March 18th, April 15th, May 20th, June 17th, September 23rd, and October 21st.

Matt Chandler in Milford, October 9th

“House of Grace” Community Coffee House is hosting Christian musical artist Matt Chandler on October 09, 2010 at Grace Baptist Church, 400 Burnt Plains Road, Milford, CT. Food & fellowship at 6:00 PM; concert at 7:00 PM.

Admission is free, donations welcomed. For more information call 203-874-8928 or visit www.houseofgracecc.com.

Adam Cates in Stamford, August 27th

adam cates

Songwriter and worship leader Adam Cates (bighousechurch.com) will lead a night of worship in Stamford on Friday, August 27th.  Adam’s music invites listeners into the journey of friendship with God and love for humanity. Adam says, “My goal is to fill the earth with the sound of worship that surrounds the throne of God in Heaven so that when He returns to the earth He will feel right at home” (taken from adamcatesmusic.com).

The meeting begins at 6 pm with dinner and fellowship. Location: 115 Mulberry Street, Stamford, CT.

UPDATE (AUGUST 2): To see more and RSVP on Facebook, visit: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=133748269988448

Pivot Ministries Block Party in Bridgeport, August 14th

Pivot Ministries Block Bash, August 14th

Pivot Ministries announces its First Annual Block Bash to be held on Jane Street between Hallet and Pembroke Streets in Bridgeport on August 14, 2010. This event was inspired by Pivot’s annual outreach cookout which is held each year to promote unity and to establish Pivot as a resource for anyone seeking help with substance abuse issues.

The goal is to bring public awareness to the dangers of drugs while educating residents that we all play a part on the war on drugs. Bridgeport’s Mayor Bill Finch is expected to be in attendance as well as many other City Officials.

Paul Paoli Band in Milford, August 14th

Journey to the Promised Land – Live from Paul Paoli on Vimeo.

“House of Grace” Community Coffee House is hosting Christian musical group The Paul Paoli Band on August 14, 2010 at Grace Baptist Church, 400 Burnt Plains Road, Milford, CT.

Food & fellowship at 6:00 PM; concert at 7:00 PM. Free admission, donations welcomed. For more information call 203-874-8928 or visit www.houseofgracecc.com.

CityFest returns to Waterbury, July 24th

(Video from City Fest 2007)

City Fest 2010 will take place on Saturday, July 24 from 11 am – 7pm at Library Park, 267 Grand Street in Waterbury, CT. Each year some 2500 people attend this completely free event, which is a collaboration of area churches and community services, coming together in a collective outreach effort.

This year City Fest will be giving away 50 free children’s bikes, donated by the Cheshire Correctional Facility, and safety helmets provided by the Waterbury Police Athletic League. There will be 3000 free hot dogs, soda, snow cones, popcorn and free balloons for the kids. Throughout the day there will be music on the main stage, games throughout the park, puppet shows underneath the big tent, face painting and other family related activity. City Fest also serves as a free benefit concert for the Connecticut Food Bank. Non-perishable food donations will be accepted all day. The CFB will have their truck parked there and area residents are invited to fill it up. It’s really for a great cause!

There are over 20 churches involved, with just as many social service agencies, which include, the Waterbury Fire Dept. Safety Vehicle, the Waterbury Health Dept. Lead Screening Van, Waterbury Youth Services, Support Enforcement Agency, Dept. of AIDS Awareness, Salvation Army and many more. They will be setting up tables, tents and booths, to offer practical information and services to the Greater Waterbury community.

On the Friday night before (July 23) underneath the big tent at Library Park, there will be a City Fest Rally with representatives of over 20 churches, civic and city leaders. The night will feature the Naugatuck Valley Community College Choir at 6pm and various guests throughout the evening. For more information, visit www.cityfest.us.