Note: Due to the ever-changing coronavirus pandemic, check with your church to see schedules have changed since our deadline. All notices for church events and services must be emailed to vcarey@delcotimes.com by Wednesday at noon. We will not accept faxes or hard copies. All notices will appear online. Print is based on a space-available basis. Thank you.
Trainer Trinity United Methodist Church: 3705 W. 9th St., Trainer: Food Cupboard available. December 18, 9:30-11 a.m. Donations of food items joyfully received throughout the week, for Food Cupboard distribution.
Norwood United Methodist Church: 315 Chester Pike, Norwood / 610-532-0982. On the “Second Sunday” of the month (OCT to MAY, not DEC) we host a FREE community event. ALL events begin with a FREE dinner served at 5:30 pm, followed by FREE various events that begin at 6:30 p.m. Visit our website at www.norwoodumc.org/ activities and other church information. We will start off with our 5:30 pm dinner, followed by our 6:30 pm movie, “Heaven is for Real” . The meal & activity/movie will be held in the Social Hall. Please enter by using the Ridley Ave wooden doors, which is also handicap accessible using a chair lift, designated by signage. Parking is available on Chester Pike, Ridley Ave., and Cavanagh’s Funeral Home (provided no funeral services are scheduled). There are two designated handicap parking spots on Ridley Ave.
Cavalcade of Baskets Theme Basket Raffle in Time for Christmas: To get things into a festive holiday mood, Holy Myrrh-Bearers Parish, 900 Fairview Road, Swarthmore, has prepared 20 unique and special theme baskets containing: 1) Crockpot Express; 2) Lottery Wreath : Snowman wreath 15 lottery tickets (must be 21); 3) Women’s Basket Floral & Plaid scarf, gloves,Body wash & lotion,Bath Bombs, Foot scrub,Loofah,Led Reading light, Photo frame; 4) “Pie in the Sky”6 piece pie set,pie cutter & stamp,Kitchen towel & oven mitt, $25 gift card Trader Joe’s; 5) Speaker system; 6) “Elf Basket” 2 Elves, $50 Gift Card Whelihan’s; 7) Christmas Kitchen Penguins Cookie Jar, Platter, S&P Shakers,Napkin Holder,Soap Dispenser; 8) Ukrainian Basket 3 dz potato/cheese pierogies, Embroidered ushnyk and Table cloth, (145×90) cutting board, oven mitt and pot holder; 9) Smart Watch; 10) “Out for Dinner” $50 Gift Card Tavola :Springfield Country Club; 11) Headphones and Marquees Air Trezak Headphones, LEF Arrow & LED Star Marquee; 12) Wine Basket 5 bottles of wine & 2 wine glasses : Reisling,Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Toscano,Cote de Rose (must be 21) 13) Travel Fun $25 Massage Certificate, Travel bag, Mist-er, Persona security alarm; 14) Relaxation Basket : Pinot Grigio wine, bath bombs, lotion,Bath Set (Must be 21); 15) Crochet Baby Set Chrochet Baby blanket, Headband and sweater, 3 hats and 2 pairs booties (girls) 16) Christmas Planning Basket $25 Giant card, Lenox ornament, LED Christmas and Hallmark ornaments, St Nicholas Square Angel and Dip mix set,Placemats, mug, Christmas storage containers. 17) Dinner with Santa Ceramic Santa & $50 Whelihan’s Gift Card; 18) Money Basket : $100 cash; 19) Mini Waffle Maker & $25 Wawa Gift Card; 20) Lottery Ticket Tree: 25 lottery tickets. The baskets are on display in our hall and can be viewed daily from 9:00 am. thru 5:00 pm. Tickets are: $2.00 each; 3 for $5; 8 for $10 or 17 for $20. The drawing for this “Cavalcade of Baskets” will be held on Sunday, December 19th. Winners need not be present in order to win. Please come out and help support our small parish. As a reminder, our Divine Liturgies are celebrated on Saturday’s at 5 p.m.. and Sunday at 10 a.m. and all are always welcome. For more information on our upcoming events or services, please contact us at (610) 544-1215 or via email at: HMBChurch@verizon.net
Prospect Hill Baptist Church and Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry: 703 Lincoln Blvd, Prospect Park. Sunday Worship (in-person and online): 11 a.m., prospecthillbc.sermon.net. Pantry serves all of Delaware County with frozen meat, produce, and canned goods. Hours: Tues. 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Thurs. 1-4 p.m. More info at facebook.com/prospecthillbc and facebook.com/delcoloavesandfishes; (610) 532-9000
The Foundry Church: 25 Cedar Road, Wallingford, New hours, Tuesday 6-8 p.m. we offer fresh and frozen food, canned and dry goods. Visit our website www.the foundry church.org or arts programs studio4:10 Facebook page. Our pantry number is 610-872-3344
Evangelist Outreach in Chester: Are you an individual, group, church or organization that have a desire to share the Gospel in our community with the opportunity to receive a $500 stipend. If so, email prayingfriends@mail.com for more information and register to participate.
Senior Lift: invites Older Adults to join with us in our journey of learning technologies. Senior Lift also reaches out to unemployed and underemployed individuals who need to access the technology skills required in today’s workplace. Email us at info@theseniorlift.com or call 610-639-6737. Classes are held at the Technology Resource Center, Word of Faith Christian Center, 4150 Market St. Aston.
First United Methodist Church: 350 W. State Street,Media, The church is home to the Media Food Bank which serves 75-100 families each week and is supported by individuals, area churches, and local businesses. The Food Bank is open Thursdays 7-8 p.m .and the second and fourth Saturday of each month from 10-11 a.m. The church also serves the community through its Clothing Closet which is open Thursdays 7 – 8 p.m. and every Saturday from 10 a.m. – Noon The Transition Town Media Free Store is located at FUMC and serves as a place to donate used items and take (for free) items that can be used or repurposed. First Church offers freeBeginner Yoga Classes Wednesday at 10 a.m. and Saturday at 9 a.m. There is no charge, but donations are welcome.
Middletown Presbyterian Church: 273 South Old Middletown Road, Media. Just GRIT – Fridays, 7-9 p.m. Teen activities. Bible study with pizza. Adult Bible Study – Wednesdays, 9:30-11 a.m.
Temple Baptist Church: 736 W 7th Street, Chester will now have afternoon Bible Study on Wednesdays from Noon-1 p.m. Come out and share the joy of Gods love to his people. https://www.loc8nearme.com/pennsylvania/chester/temple-baptist-church/6148723/
The Christian Church of Chester: 308 W. 3rd St Chester. CCC Café will be open on Tuesdays from 6-7 p.m. – Come out and enjoy a free hot meal. Zumba is held every Wednesday at 6 p.m. – Come to fellowship and get fit for free. In the instance of inclement weather, please contact the church at (610) 874-9690 or check our social media pages to see whether an activity has been delayed, cancelled or rescheduled. Follow me to the CCC. www.thechristianchurchofchester.com
The Healing Rooms of Delaware County: Is a multi-church ministry with the goal of connecting people to God’s love and power. Location: New Hope Christian Church, 551 Paxon Hollow Rd. Broomall, (484) 422-8145. Hours of Operation: Monday, 7:30-9 p.m. No appointment Necessary Facility is wheel-chair accessible
Gateway Community Church: 708 S. Old Middletown Road, Media, For information and registration, contact Mary Campbell at 610-566-0131 or mrosecampbell@yahoo.com
Turning Point Ministries: 624 E. Eighth St., Chester, is collecting food as part of its endeavor to continually build up the city. Congregants are willing to pick up any and all donated nonperishable items that can be stored in the church’s pantry until the time comes to serve. The pantry is opened the first and third Wednesdays of every month. For information and to set up donations, call LeeVetta Smith at 267-475-7087 or email turningpointministries7@gmail.com
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