TODAY

Greek festival • The 93rd annual St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church Festival includes ethnic food and dancing. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday at the church, 4967 Forest Park Avenue. Free admission. 314-361-6924.

SUNDAY

Spanish Mass • 7 p.m. Sunday at National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows, 442 South De Mazenod Drive in Belleville. Free. 618-394-6279, snows.org

Sunday worship • The casual, family-friendly service will held in the Old Meeting House, built in 1834. The service includes folk music by the Unity Singers. Refreshments follow. Parking is available on side streets near the church. There are no restrooms at the church. 10:30 a.m. Sunday at the Old Meeting House of Faith Des Peres Presbyterian Church, 2250 North Geyer Road. Free. 314-432-8029, faithdesperes.org.

MONDAY

Cancer Mass of Hope • 11:30 a.m. Monday at National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows, 442 South De Mazenod Drive in Belleville. Free. 618-397-6700, snows.org.

WEDNESDAY

Spanish prayer and praise service • 7 p.m. Wednesday at National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows, 442 South De Mazenod Drive in Belleville. Free. 618-397-6700, snows.org.

THURSDAY

Dr. Jerry Savelle • Dr. Jerry Savelle of Jerry Savelle Ministries International will minister the Word. 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday at Grow 2 Go Christian Center, 870 Pershall Road. Free. 314-867-1894, g2gcc.org.

Lutheran Confessional Heritage • The Revs. Ed Schroeder and Ron Neustadt lead this weekly class that examines the content and scope of Lutheran confessional writings. 7 p.m. Thursdays, Sept. 9 through Oct. 28, at Bethel Lutheran Church, 7001 Forsyth Boulevard. $108. Register by mail to Lutheran School of Theology, 6325 Clayton Road, St. Louis, Mo. 63117; by phone at 314-725-9710; or online at lststl.org.

The Heard: College-age Bible study group • A weekly small-group Bible study led by and for college-age men and women. The group explores issues facing youths from a biblical perspective. 8:30 p.m. Thursday at St. John Church, Cornerstone Youth Center, first floor, 15800 Manchester Road in Ellisville. 636-394-4100, stjstl.net.

Unity World Day Of Prayer • The 12-hour prayer vigil is open to people of all faiths. 8 a.m. Thursday at Unity Church of Peace, 3701 Bayless Avenue in Lemay. Free. 314-631-2466, worlddayofprayer.org

FRIDAY

Fall Fest • Includes a chili cook-off, music, face-painting, treats, games, a book swap, bake sale, and inflatable bouncer house. 5 p.m. Friday at Grace Chapel Lutheran Church, 10015 Lance Drive. 314-868-3232, gracechapelstl.org.

SEPT. 11

Blessing of the Animals • All pets, properly restrained, are welcome to the 10th annual blessing service conducted by Pastor Dan Wilson. Includes animal treats and human refreshments. 1 p.m. Sept. 11 at Ivy Chapel United Church of Christ, 620 North Woods Mill Road, Chesterfield. Free. 314-434-4991, ivychapel.org.

Family Live • The high-energy family-oriented worship includes a post-service dinner service. 5 p.m. Sept. 11 at St. John Church, Next Generation Center, 15800 Manchester Road, Ellisville. 636-394-4100, stjstl.net.

Peace Be Upon You • The multimedia presentation includes a talk by Professor Gulten Ilhan, and an open discussion with area religious leaders. Refreshments and child care will be available. 6:30 p.m. Sept. 11 at First Congregational Church of Webster Groves, 10 West Lockwood Avenue, Webster Groves. Free. 314-962-0475, FirstChurchWG.org.

SEPT. 12

Ben Sidran • The Grammy-nominated recording artist Ben Sidran performs. A book and CD signing reception follows the performance. 6 p.m. Sept. 12 at Kol Am Temple, 1023 Chesterfield Parkway, Chesterfield. $12. 636-519-0082, kolamstl.org.

Ice cream social • Includes hot dogs, Ted Drewes, pony rides and pig races. 4 p.m. Sept. 12 at St. Lucas United Church of Christ, 11735 Denny Road, Sappington. $7. $3 for children ages 3 to 10, free for children under 3. 314-843-2100, stlucasucc.org.

Jana Alayra Family Concert • The children's Christian music artist performs. 4 p.m. Sept. 12 at Bonhomme Presbyterian Church, 14820 Conway Road, Chesterfield. $7. Children ages 3 and under admitted free. 636-532-3486, bonpres.org.

Noah's Ark and the Great Flood • A powerpoint presentation with featured speaker Dr. Michael Todd, and a display of a 6-foot scale model of the ark. Appropriate for all ages. 11 a.m. Sept. 12 at Arnold Baptist Tabernacle, 3705 Telegraph Road. Free. 636-464-7955.

Understanding White Privilege • The Rev. Frank Krebs leads this discussion on systemic racism. 10:45 a.m. Sept. 12, 19 and 26 at Kirkwood United Church of Christ, 1603 Dougherty Ferry Road, Kirkwood. Free. 314-822-2240, kirkwooducc.org.

Sept. 13

The Legacy of the Apostle Paul in Early Christianity • The Lutheran School of Theology presents this course with an overview of Paul's ministry and the seven authentic letters of Paul. Register by mail to LST, 6325 Clayton Road, St. Louis, Mo. 63117; by phone at 314-725-9710, or online at lststl.org. 7 p.m. Sept. 13, 27, Oct. 4, Oct. 11 and Oct. 25 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Clayton Road and Highway 141, Chesterfield. $68.

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