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Holiday Open House
HOWARD -- St. Mark Lutheran, 850 Snydertown Road, Howard, will bring back its Holiday Open House event on Dec. 6. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and includes an appearance by, and photo opportunities with, Santa and Mrs. Claus! The open house features craft vendors who will be selling items that would make Christmas gifts or to keep for yourself. Some of the items include original ornaments, dog scarves and leashes, pet treats, small wooden benches, cutting boards, sensory blankets and so much more! The event also features food sales, including breakfast sandwiches, hot dogs, soup and drinks, as well as baked goods. There also will be door prizes.
Money from the event goes to help St. Mark's Social Action Committee, which helps individuals, families and organizations in the region.
For more information, email stmarklutheran@gmail.com or call 814-383-4882. You also can visit stmarksnydertown.wixsite.com/snydertown and follow St. Mark on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube @StMarkSnydertown.
News from the Pathway pews
MCELHATTAN -- Pathway to Christ Church has Bible Study every Tuesday night from 6:30-7:30 p.m., in the social hall at Pathway to Christ Church, 502 McElhattan Drive, McElhattan. Everyone is welcome to join us to study the word and share good fellowship together.
On Dec. 14, the church is planning to offer Milk and Cookies with Santa, from noon to 1 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Parents can bring their cameras to take photos! Each child will receive a free gift bag while supplies last.
The congregation has been busy with their monthly outreach programs. Food was being collected for families in need so they will have a nice Thanksgiving meal. Now the church is going to be collecting toys for families in the area who have a need at Christmastime.
Pathway to Christ Church invites you to be a volunteer with their congregation members at the Food Bank in Williamsport! Carpooling is available from the church parking lot, leaving at 4:30 p.m. We help at the food bank on the third Thursday of each month, so the next chance for you to volunteer with us will be on Dec. 18. If you're interested in learning more, just send an email to bpeters388@comcast.net. Some months they are short staffed at the food bank so if you'd like to volunteer, please reach out to BJ Peters and she and other church members will be glad to have you come along!
Blood Drives
Local churches will be hosting blood drives over the next several weeks. Blood donors of all types are invited to participate. To find a blood drive being held near you visit the American Red Cross website.
Blood drives will be held on the following dates:
On Dec. 10, from 1-6 p.m., at Cedar Heights Church in Mill Hall.
On Dec. 16, from 12:30-6 p.m., at Wingate Faith Church, Runville Road, Bellefonte.
On Dec. 19, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Zion Community Church, Bellefonte.
Also on Dec. 19, from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Flemington First Church of Christ, Mill Hall.
Candlewalk Service
MARSH CREEK -- Marsh Creek BIC Church is having a Christmas Candlewalk Service on Sunday, Dec. 14, at 6 p.m., at the church. The public is invited to attend.
The church would love to have all past candlewalkers participate in the special service again this year. There will be one practice at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 11, for those participating in the candlewalk this year. For info about the Candlewalk Service call Kathy at 814-880-8744.
Also, Pastor Dan Longmore would like to extend an invitation for folks to attend the Children's Christmas program at 9 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 21.
Hanging of the Greens
MARSH CREEK -- Summit Hill Wesleyan Church will have a Candlelight Christmas Eve service at 6 p.m. Come join with Pastor Stan and others as we celebrate Christ's birth. Let your Light Shine for Jesus!
Looking ahead to the New Year, the church will have a Family Movie Night on Jan. 9 at 7 p.m.
The church is located at 1725 Summit Hill Road, rural Howard. Call Pastor Stan at 814-937-1092 for more info or directions.
Prayer Shawl Ministry
MILL HALL -- Currently the Prayer Shawl Ministry needleworkers are making afghans and lap robes and also making hats for Robb Elementary children that will be distributed later in December. The PSM also plans to make hats for a classroom in the Penns Valley area that will be delivered in January.
If you crochet or knit and would like to become involved with the PSM, we'd love to have you!
Donations of new or used yarn are always accepted and can be brought to the church during the PSM meetings or by making arrangements with Pastor Susan.
For more info on the Prayer Shawl Ministry, call the church office at 570-726-4112 and leave a message if Pastor Susan isn't there to take your call.
Tree Lighting
WINGATE -- Wingate Faith Church invites the community to their annual community Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration. The event will be held on Sunday, Dec. 7, from 4-5 p.m., on the front lawn of the church grounds. Snacks of cookies, popcorn and hot cocoa will be provided and a time to visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus will begin the event, so be sure to bring your cameras to take photos of the little ones with the jolly couple.
At 5 p.m. as everyone gathers around the beautifully decorated tree, the lighting of the tree will take place.
Everyone is welcome. Dress warm and bring your best singing voice as we sing our favorite Christmas carols together!
The church is located at 111 Runville Road, Bellefonte, which is behind the Sheetz store in Wingate and next to Wingate Elementary. Call Janette at 814-883-0893 for more info or visit the church's Facebook page.
Live Nativity
WINGATE -- Wingate Faith and Fleming Free Methodist are once again proud to present a Live Nativity, "The Reason for the Season," on Friday, Dec. 19, Saturday, Dec. 20, and Sunday, Dec. 21. Show times each evening are at 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
This Live Nativity is a 20-minute outdoor moving live presentation with narration and music of the Nativity story, featuring live animals and characters. Join us and celebrate The Reason for the Season! Invite your friends and neighbors. This is a free program for the community that is held at the Eagle Towing & Recovery, 1049 S. Eagle Valley Road, Bellefonte. Eagle Towing is located along PA 150/220 S., just past the Bald Eagle Area High School.
Bleacher seating is available, or bring your own lawn chair. Grounds are handicap and wheelchair accessible. Dress warm and bring a blanket as evening temperatures get chilly this time of year.
For more info call Janette at 814-883-0893.
Bible Study
LOCK HAVEN -- God's Eternal Life Church, 30 Woodward Ave., Lock Haven, is holding weekly Bible studies each Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. The topic will be Thru the Bible Word for Word. Please feel free to join. Church services are held on Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. All are welcome. Pastor Dean Williams can be reached at 570-748-3700.
Local Worship Services
Albright United Methodist Church, Loganton, invites everyone to worship with them on Sunday at 10:30 a.m.
Bald Eagle United Presbyterian Church, Main St., Mill Hall -- Sunday morning worship service at 10:30 a.m. An invitation is extended to come early and enjoy a cup of fresh brewed coffee and a sweet treat. For spiritual guidance, call Pastor Susan Champion at 570-726-4112.
Blanchard Church of Christ's services are Sunday morning at 8:30 and 11 a.m. with Sunday School from 10-10:45 a.m.
Big Woods Bible Church, 241 S. Hanna St., Lock Haven, hosts its weekly Sunday worship services at 9 a.m. Sunday School begins at 10:45 a.m.
Charlton Chapel, 46 Church Hill Road, Lock Haven, an Independent Bible Church, invites you to worship service each Sunday at 9 a.m.
Clintondale United Methodist Church, 103 Fishing Creek Road, Clintondale, invites you to worship with them Sunday at 9 a.m. followed by Sunday School at 10:30 a.m.
Covenant United Methodist Church, 44-46 W. Main St., Lock Haven, and Pastor Justin Frear invite you to the Sunday worship service at 8:45 a.m. Sunday School for all ages is at 10 a.m.
Dunnstown United Methodist Church, 59 Church St., invites the public to worship with its members each week. Sunday School/Bible Study begins at 8:45 a.m., and the morning worship service begins at 10 a.m.
Emmanuel United Church of Christ in Jacksonville invites you to join their Sunday morning services at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Cindy Killinger.
Faith Chapel Church, 551 Hunter Run Road, Howard, invites everyone to their Sunday morning services beginning at 9 a.m.
First Church of Christ, 330 N. Vesper St., Lock Haven, invites everyone to Sunday morning services at 9 a.m.
Garman Lutheran Church, 1779 Sulphur Run Road, Jersey Shore, regular services at 8:45 a.m. every Sunday.
Grace Lutheran Church, 1601 Walnut St., Jersey Shore, holds services at 10:30 a.m. each Sunday.
Great Island Presbyterian Church, 12 W. Water St., Lock Haven, invites you to worship with them at 10 a.m. each Sunday. If interested in joining our music program, which includes Vocal Choir, Bell Choir, and Praise Band, contact the church at 748-2810.
Haneyville Bible Church, 16655 Coudersport Pike, Lock Haven, holds Sunday School at 10 a.m. from spring through fall and regular services begin at 11 a.m. For info call 570-660-3389.
Hillview Wesleyan Church, 1200 W. 4th St., Lock Haven, invites you to their services: Sunday School at 9:15 a.m.; Church Service at 10:30 a.m. A Children's Church service is also held at 10:30 a.m.
Marsh Creek Brethren in Christ Church holds Sunday morning services beginning at 9 a.m. and Sunday evening services at 6:30 p.m.
Mackeyville United Methodist Church invites you to worship with them each Sunday at 10:30 a.m.
Pathway to Christ Church, 502 McElhattan Drive, McElhattan, invites the community to Sunday morning services at 10 a.m.
Pathway to Christ Church also has Bible Study every Tuesday night at 6:30 p.m., in the social hall at the church. Everyone is welcome to join us to study the word and share good fellowship together.
People's United Methodist Church of Farrandsville invites you to join their services at 8:30 a.m.
People's United Methodist Church of Caldwell, 11376 Coudersport Pike, Lock Haven, invites you to join our weekly Sunday services at 8:30 a.m.
St. Luke's United Church of Christ, 1175 W. Fourth St., Flemington, holds worship service at 10:45 a.m. each Sunday, with Pastor Dave Miller officiating.
St. Mark Lutheran Church in Snydertown holds Sunday School at 9:30 a.m., followed by worship service at 10:30 a.m. each Sunday morning. All are welcome!
Swissdale United Methodist Church, 974 E. Croak Hollow Road, Lock Haven, invites the public to worship with its members. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m, and morning worship begins at 11:05 a.m.
Summit Hill Wesleyan Church has Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. followed by worship at 10:30 a.m. The church is located at 1725 Summit Hill Road, Howard. Call 814-937-1092 for info.
Trinity United Methodist Church in Greenburr, Loganton, welcomes you to their Sunday morning services at 9 a.m.
Walnut Street Church of Christ, 714 W. Walnut St., Lock Haven, welcomes everyone to worship services on Sundays from 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Woolrich Community United Methodist Church, 1080 Park Ave., Woolrich, invites you to Sunday worship at 10 a.m.