Local churches, religious events in the news

New Catholic Church opens in St. George

ST. GEORGE — Celebration of the dedication of the new Catholic Church, 259 W. 200 North, will conclude this weekend.

Today there will be an auction of art and artifacts at 6 p.m., followed by a fundraiser dinner at the holiday inn.

On Sunday, 12:30 p.m., there will be a multilingual thanksgiving Mass, "Crowning of Our Lady of Guadalupe."

This event is open to the public at the new church.

For more details, contact Mary Skolman at 435-673-7511, Pat Rogers at 435-628-5391, rwswkomal@msm.com or cloe3@infowest.com.

Temple to celebrate Krishna birthday

SPANISH FORK — The annual Krishna's birthday party will be today, 8 p.m., at the Krishna Temple, 8628 S. Main.

For more information, go to www.utahkrishnas.com.

This event is free and open to the public and will celebrate the Appearance Day of Shree Krishna, a holiday for Hindus that compares to Christmas Day.

From 8 p.m. onward, there will be Indian dance, drama, musical concerts, hot meals and more.

Blessed Sacrament plans Fall Festival

SALT LAKE CITY — The Blessed Sacrament Catholic Parish and School Fall Festival will be today and Sunday at 9757 S. 1700 East.

This event is open to the public. There will be a road race, car show, food, carnival, auction, bingo and more.

For more details, call 801-571-5517.

Sunday's service to focus on 'InstaCare'

PROVO — The Rev. Daniel Haas will preach on "InstaCare" at Provo Community United Church of Christ, 175 N. University Ave., Sunday, 10:30 p.m.

For more information, go to www.provocommunityucc.org.

Church to teach about Guatemala

SALT LAKE CITY — New Pilgrim Baptist Church, 322 W. 11000 South, will present a multicultural spotlight on the nation of Guatemala on Sunday, 11 a.m. (English) and 4 p.m. (Spanish) in special services.

The public is invited. For more information, go to www.newpilgrimbaptist.com.

'Slack Tides' topic of Sunday service