Irvine

Crescent Project invites you to Bridges One-Day Sat, Sept.11, 9am-4pm. Crescent Project's BRIDGES One-Day seminar introduces Christians to Islam and paves the way for building relationships with Muslims in your community. Through this event they seek to replace fear and intimidation with love and gentle boldness, reshaping the way Christians view and respond to their Muslim neighbors. You’ll hear Fouad Masri speak on the following topics: The History of Islam, Islamic Beliefs and Rituals, Attitudes of an Ambassador, How to Bridge the Gospel, and Practical Tools for Reaching Muslims. The event is at Mariners Church, 5001 Newport Coast Dr in Irvine (92603). For info call 888-446-5457 or visit crescentproject.org/southernca.

Rancho Cucamonga

Gaudy Law invites you to an informative presentation Mon, Sept.13 at 5:30pm. Gaudy Law is concerned about today's family and the future. If you are a Service Professional (CPA, Financial Advisor, Patient Advocate, etc.) and your clients need assistance with Probate or Estate Law, do not miss this special evening! The event will be at Fleming's Prime Steakhouse in Victoria Gardens. It’s a complimentary evening of appetizers and a $25 gift certificate to all attendees. Limited seating so RSVP right away. For info call 909-982-3199 or visit gaudylaw.com.

Pomona

Shield of Faith Christian Center invites you to their Women of Faith Conference Sept.16-19 at 7:30pm each night. The Women of Faith Conference will strengthen, motivate and encourage God's Women to have better relationships, better self esteem, and Faith in Jesus Christ concerning the circumstances of our everyday lives and struggles. You’ll hear Evangelist Denise Matthews (formerly known as Vanity), Prophetess Dianne Palmer, Dr. Marty Alexander, and Bishop Bruce Riley. This event will promote unity amongst the body of Christ, in our families, and most of all unity with the word of God. There will be FREE food and gifts for all women in attendance. Women are invited to bring their husbands and children. It’s free and childcare will be provided. The church is at 1750 W. Holt Ave in Pomona (91768); take 10 Fwy, exit Fairplex, go south to Holt Blvd, go east, two blocks down on the right side. For info call 909-629-6294 or visit sofpomona.com.

Dana Point

Footsteps of Faith Ministries invites you to their United Under the Son Women's Conference Sept.16-18 (beginning at 4pm on Thurs, Sept.16). It’s a 3-day women's conference in Dana Point at Doheny Beach. You’ll hear Pastor Joan Henderson of Pray First Ministries in Hampton, VA, speak on unity in the body of Christ. Fun time includes a scavenger hunt into Dana Point. All races and nationalities are encouraged to participate. Accommodations are available at the Doubletree Guest Suites (34402 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, 92629). Cost is $175/person, dbl occupancy. Payments should be sent by Aug.29 to Footsteps of Faith Ministries, PO Box 145, Rialto, CA 92376. For info call 909-874-2514.

San Antonio, Texas

You are invited to the 10th Annual Beyond Borders International Adoption Conference Sept. 25-26. The conference will be held at the Holiday Inn Riverwalk in San Antonio, TX. Previously known as the “East Meets West” conference, this annual conference was renamed to “Beyond Borders” in order to better reflect the adoption and humanitarian aid needs of the more than 140 million orphans worldwide. The conference will bring together a diverse delegation of United States and foreign government officials and adoption authorities, worldwide orphanage directors, humanitarian aid organizations and adoptive families. This year’s conference will place special emphasis on Waiting Child Programs which focus on older and special needs children waiting to be adopted. The Beyond Borders Conference is open to anyone, regardless of what international adoption agency they have used or plan to use. It is ideal for adoptive parents in any stage of the international adoption process from pre-approval to post adoption. For info and to reserve your space visit emwconference.org.

Rancho Cucamonga

Mountainview Faith Community Church invites you to hear Tommy Walker @ the Mountainview Worship Conference Sat, Sept.25, 9am-12pm. You will hear a special word from Tommy about humility and then have a time of question and answer where you can ask anything you've been wanting to know about worship, serving on a worship team, songwriting, or whatever you need. Tommy Walker is an internationally recognized worship leader who has traveled with Promise Keepers, Greg Laurie Harvest Crusades and Franklin Graham. He has also been privileged to serve with such church leaders as Jack Hayford, Bill Hybels and Rick Warren. He has recorded worship projects for Maranatha! Music, Integrity Music, and Get Down Ministries. Take your church worship teams, staff, congregation and friends. It's FREE! The church is at 7986 Haven Ave in Rancho Cucamonga (91730); on the NW corner of Foothill Blvd (in the Virginia Dare Winery Office Center). For info call 909-948-9770x23 or visit mfcc.tv.

Ontario

AFC-SPD invites men to their Men's Annual Conference 2010, Sat, Oct.2, 9am-3pm. Are You Ready? You’ll hear speakers Felix Ballon Jr, Sam Cardinal, Steve Gusto, and Rudy Dolloso, as they provide light to those seeking and searching to know what the end will look like according to Scripture. They desire to see the people of God yearn and long for that day as evidenced by their holy and pure lifestyle. The host church is Mars Hill Bible Fellowship, 13344 Archibald Ave in Ontario (91761). For info call 909.643.5773 or visit afc-spd.com.

Moreno Valley

St. Patrick Catholic Church invites you to Back to Basics Sat, Oct.2 at 7:30pm. Sarah Hart (award-winning composer/songwriter: Better than a Hallelujah-recorded by Amy Grant, I will Testify, Sweet Redeemer, etc.) will be providing a concert full of music which is reflective as well as energetic and infusing her incredible musical gifts, energy, honesty, and humor into a night sure to touch many. She will also be doing workshops earlier in the day about the Ordinary life as Prayer and What we can do with our gift of the Spirit in addition to those provided by Jackie Francois-fellow presenter/musician who will give talks on the Theology of the Body-the true meaning of the human person, and going from Lukewarm to ON Fire; packages are available for two workshops, lunch, dinner and the concert or just the concert. Don't miss out. Seats are limited. Tickets available at the church or itickets.com. The church is at 10915 Pigeon Pass Rd in Moreno Valley (92507); 60 Fwy to Moreno Valley, exit Pigeon Pass/Frederick; go north on Pigeon Pass, venue on the left across from Canyon Springs High School. For info call 951.780.6049.

Ontario

The U.S. Small Business Administration invites you to their Third Annual SBA Faith-based Small Business Summit Thurs, Oct.14, 7:30am-2pm. Business owners & non-profits in all stages will learn from workshops including: How to Use SBA Online Resources for Growing and Expanding Your Business or Non-Profit, The Real Deal of Gaining Access to Capital- Making Your Business ‘Lendable’, Tax Strategies for Growing Your Business – The Most Profitable Deductions, Should I Be a Non-Profit or For Profit? Can I Do Both? The event includes a continental breakfast, networking, lunch, keynote speaker, vendor exhibits and a loan fair. The event is at the Ontario Convention Center, 2000 East Convention Center Way (91764) and cost is $65. To register or for more info call 909-915-1706 or visit tristatecdc.com.