Events listed below are free or accept an unspecified donation unless otherwise noted.

First Assembly of God of Honolulu 60th Anniversary, with a lu'au, 4 p.m.; July 21; upper field at Red Hill; and special guest speaker, Thomas Trask, general superintendent of Assembly of God churches, 8 and 10:15 a.m.; services; July 22; and speaker, Rick Seawall, 6 p.m.; July 22; services are free, lu'au tickets $15; 836-2300.

Juan Carlos Ortiz preaches at the 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. services; July 22, First Presbyterian Church of Honolulu at Ko'olau; also, Ortiz gives two lectures on "God is Closer Than You Think," 7 p.m.; July 23-24; 532-1111.

"The Foundation of Buddha-Dharma: How to Live in Metta (Loving Kindness) in Today's World," talk by Rev. Shoyo Taniguchi, 2 p.m.; July 22; Pearl City Hongwanji; 455-1680.

Celebration of the Feast of St. Mary of Magdala, service led by the Rev. Anne Findlay-Chamberlain with a communion service that honors the contributions of women in the church and a potluck dinner to follow; 7:30 p.m.; July 22; St. Mark's Church.

Windward Christian Writers Group, give and receive constructive criticism on works in progress, discuss writing from a Christian perspective and learn about publishing opportunities; 10 a.m.-12 p.m.; July 28; Faith Baptist Church; Kailua; 372-0274

"Avalanche Ranch — A Wild Ride Through God's Word," summer vacation Bible school for ages 2-12 with music, games, snacks and crafts; 5-8 p.m.; July 23-27; Kailua United Meth-odist Church; free, dinner provided.

Summer Recital Series, lunchtime worship and organ music with John Renke playing patriotic songs; 12:05-1 p.m.; July 25-Aug. 29; St. Andrew's Cathedral.

Send announcements with contact name and phone number to: Faith Calendar, The Honolulu Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802; faith@honoluluadvertiser.com with "Faith Cal" in the subject line; or fax 525-8055.