Crown Point
Christ Presbyterian Church: 7416 E. 109th Ave. — Christ Presbyterian Church will have an all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner beginning at 4:30 p.m. Nov. 22. The dinner will include salad, spaghetti and meatballs, homemade desserts, and a beverage. The cost is $12 for adults and children over 12 years old, $6 for children 5 to 12 years old, and children under 5 years old eat for free. The event will also have carryout meals available. For more information, visit: https://allevents.in/crown-point/ayce-spaghetti-supper/200029135415115.
St. Matthias Roman Catholic Church: 101 W. Burrell Drive — St. Matthias will have a “Pick 7” food distribution event from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Nov. 22 at the Parish Hall. Those interested will be able to pick seven items from available options, and the shopping order will be determined by random draw. For more information, call 219-663-2201. St. Matthias will have a mental health dinner and workshop from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Nov. 23. The workshop will guide participants through the Sound Relationship House, a research-based framework developed by Drs. John and Julie Gottman. For more information or to register, visit: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/mental-health-dinner-and-workshop.
Dyer
Faith Church: 100 W. 81st Ave. — Faith Church will have Thanksgiving services across its campuses on Nov. 26. The Dyer campus will have service at 5:30 p.m., with the nursery available for infants up to 3 years old, while the Munster, Beecher and Cedar Lake campuses will have service at 7 p.m. and the Highland campus will have service at 6 p.m.
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 to follow 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.
Highland
St. James the Less Church: 9640 Kennedy Ave. — All are welcome to come and celebrate with a Thanksgiving lunch from Noon to 3 p.m. Nov. 27 at St. James the Less Parish. For more information or questions, contact Whitney Lenart at (812) 369-1672.
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.
Schererville
Saint Michael the Archangel Catholic Church: 1 West Wilhelm Street — Saint Michael the Archangel Parish, in partnership with Knights of Columbus Council 12177, will hold its Pancake Breakfast from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Nov. 23 in Saint Patrick Hall. All proceeds will support its Good Samaritans Ministry.
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