Crown Point
CrossPoint Church: 214 S. Court St. — CrossPoint Church will have a “Favorite Things” Women’s Christmas Party beginning at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 8. Attendees should bring three of the same item ($5 to $10 each) wrapped and ready to exchange. The gift should be a favorite item from the year. Register here: https://xpoint.churchcenter.com/people/forms/1080762.
St. Matthias Roman Catholic Church: 101 W. Burrell Drive — St. Matthias Roman Catholic Church will have a winter workshop from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 1. The workshop will focus on holiday greenery and includes a 12” planter, assorted fresh cut greenery and assistance. The event will be held at Niemeyers Landscape Supply. For more information, call 219-663-2201.
Gary
Marquette Park United Methodist Church: 215 N. Grand Blvd. — All are welcome to worship at 11:15 a.m. Sundays at Marquette Park United Methodist Church. There will be refreshments afterward in the Fellowship Hall.
Hammond
Faith United Church of Christ: 3030 175th St. — Faith United Church of Christ holds its worship service at 10 a.m. on Sundays, followed by fellowship and coffee.
Saint Joseph Catholic Church: 5304 Hohman Ave. — Saint Joseph Catholic Church will have “Donut Sunday” on the last Sunday of every month after the 9 a.m. Mass. Free coffee and donuts are provided at the church hall.
Merrillville
Diocese of Gary Office: 9292 Broadway — The Diocese will be accepting donations hats, scarves and gloves for the Caps for Kids campaign at its Merrillville office through January. The Diocese is assisting the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, District Council of Gary, to collect new or handmade hats, scarves and gloves. Checks can also be mailed to “Caps for Kids,” c/o St. Vincent de Paul, 2714 169th St., Hammond, IN 46323. For more information, call (219) 769-9292, ext. 88251.
Our Lady of Queen of Martyrs – South Campus: 8303 Taft St. — Join Bishop Robert J. McClory in celebrating Simbang Gabi at 4 p.m. on December 20. Simbang Gabi is a Filipino Christmas tradition of nine days of Masses during the Christmas season. A reception will follow the Mass.
Munster
St. Thomas More Church: 8501 Calumet Ave. — Monsignor Weis Council 10596 Knights of Columbus will hold its annual Christmas Tree and Wreath Sale beginning Nov. 28. Hours are 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturdays, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays. Those who are interested can walk the tree lot to find their perfect tree, and treats are available for kids. Proceeds support local charities, and orders are cash or check only.
Valparaiso
Valparaiso Baptist Church: 612 Emmettsburg St. — Valparaiso Baptist Church will have a Nursing Home Ministry event from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Nov. 30 at Golden Living Center, 251 Sturdy Road. All are welcome to join as they minister to the seniors at Brickyard Healthcare. For more information, call 219-464-1443.
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