Excel Still More, a Christian growth seminar with speakers Chuck Smith of Calvary Chapel, Costa Mesa, Calif.; Greg Laurie of Harvest Crusades; local pastors Bill Stonebraker and Ralph Moore; and musical guest, guitarist Dennis Agajanian, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. today, Hawai'i Convention Center; www.calvarychapel.com /honolulu or 524-0844. Free,

Orientation to Zen Practice, introduction for beginners and a refresher for others, covers basic instruction in zazen (sitting meditation) and Zen practice forms, 9 a.m.-noon today, Palolo Zen Center of the Honolulu Diamond Sangha; free. 735-1347.

7th annual Block Party, entertainment includes Mililani New Hope's Praise Dancers, Samoan Youth Group and Korean Praise Band, food, keiki games and prizes, sponsored by Mililani Presbyterian Church, 2:30-7 p.m. today, 95-410 Kuahelani Ave., across from Kipapa Park; free. 623-6663.

"How to Get God to Answer Prayer," talk by pastor Ron Ching on healing with prayers and anointing for physical, emotional and relational health, 6-7 p.m. today, Central Union Church women's building. 440-3007.

Sion Children's Choir, performance by youth from Grace Mission (Evangelical Free Church of Japan, Yao City, Osaka, Japan), 7 p.m. tomorrow, Central Baptist Church, 1217 Nehoa St.; free. 538-6833.

"In the Last Days," Bible prophecy series on current events and signs of Christ's return. Speakers include David Hocking, Church Smith and Roni Simon; 7 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday, Calvary Chapel, 'Aiea; free. 524-0844.

FreeFlow Film Festival, short films by local Christian filmmakers, 7 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, Restaurant Row Theaters; free. www.free flowfilms.net.

2nd annual "My Brother's Keeper" Memorial Benefit Concert, to honor pastor and founder Joe Soliz, with local Christian dance and vocal groups, food and games, 6-10 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Sept. 3, Shield of Faith Christian Ministries, 86-015 Farrington Highway, Wai'anae. Tickets: 696-4274, 668-8039.

Summer Youth Worship Bash, with performances by 7 Simple Pieces, Red Letter, Limit X and Milele, dance troupes, guest speakers, evening bonfire and showing of extreme sports and surfing movies, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Sept. 3, Kualoa Ranch; $5 (includes lunch and light supper), with horseback riding and other activities for an additional fee; for ages 14-25; www.wavehawaii.org.

Quest for God, teams will travel around the island with their cameras to take snapshots, finish with a light dinner, sponsored by John 17:21 Ministry, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 3, meet at Wesley United Methodist Church, 1350 Hunakai St.; at Second Sunday Gathering on Sept. 11, developed film will be returned to the team to select favorites for God's Photo Album. 261-5666, john1721ministry@yahoo.com.

"Down Memory Lane," Chinese Catholic Club 80th Anniversary Celebration for current and former members and guests, with luncheon buffet, entertainment and a silent auction, 10:30 a.m. Sept. 10, Hyatt Regency Waikiki's ballroom; $20 members, $33 guests. Reservations by Sept. 1: 955-3241.

Interfaith Prayer for World Peace, weekend of speakers, seminars, work projects, community meals and prayers for peace, sponsored by Seicho-no-Ie Hawaii, 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Sept. 9, 5:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Sept. 10 and 6 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 11, Jisso Center, Kane'ohe; free. Registration required by Thursday: 537-6965.

"Wounded, Hurt and Healed," women's conference and luncheon with guest speaker, prophetess Gerrian Hawes, 7 p.m. Sept. 9 and 8 a.m. Sept. 10, Schofield Barracks Community Chapel; free including a continental breakfast and luncheon on Sept. 10. Reservations required by Wednesday: 655-9307, 781-8670.

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.