Religion

Classes in Holy Yoga are being offered in the Troutdale and Grant area.
A “gentle class” is offered Saturdays at 8 a.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. at the Grange Hall in Troutdale.
It is led by certified and registered Holy Yoga instructor Lynn Garrison-Mullins and provides introspective slow movements that link breath and motion. The focus is on breath work and reliance on God through meditation.
Classes are slow enough for all levels, while still giving the most advanced student the opportunity for growth.  Cost is by donation.

Independence Church of God of Prophecy will hold a service 6 p.m. Dec. 25 to celebrate the birth of Jesus.
For more information, call Rev. Ron Brewer at (276) 236-7954.

The United Methodist churches of the Grant-Flatridge charge will have special services during the Christmas season.
A Christmas program will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday at Little Wilson United Methodist, 51 Mink Ridge Lane, in the Volney community. Light refreshments will follow the program of Christmas music, readings, and messages.
A candlelight communion service will be held at Mill Creek United Methodist at 4 p.m. Dec. 23. The church is in the Rugby community at 5353 Highlands Parkway. Communion is open to all.

Everyone is invited to a special Christmas service 7 p.m. Dec. 23 at New Beginnings Bible Church located on Main Street in Independence.
Service features a special singing.
Brother Brian Frazier will deliver the message.