Rev. Karol Farris will celebrate her first Christmas as a pastor later this month.
This fall, Rev. Farris accepted the call as pastor of Bluffton Presbyterian Church. Her pastorate began in September and she was installed in November.
As a first-time pastor, she describes her position as an “on-going balancing act.”
Riley Creek Baptist Church, 4950 Township Road 27, Bluffton, invites the public to its Christmas program, “The Advent of Emmanuel,” at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 17.
The program will consist of a play telling the story of “Lydie” as she comes to understand the true meaning of Christmas, along with a number of musical selections and parts for children of the congregation. Everyone is welcome. For more information call 419-326-6361.
Christmas For Kids will be held at Trinity School, 105 Allen St., Jenera, on Saturday, Dec. 9, from 11:45 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
A free lunch will be served at 11:45 a.m.
This program will provide children in pre-school through 4th grade a special opportunity to hear the real message of Christmas, along with crafts, refreshments, music and fun. Please register by calling 419-326-4685 or email [email protected]
2017 Christmas Cantata at the Pandora United Methodist Church
The Pandora United Methodist Church Choir will be presenting a Christmas Cantata, “Season of Praise” written by Lloyd Larson on Sunday, Dec. 10, at 9:30 a.m. during the worship service.
The church service and refreshments in the fellowship hall afterwards are open to the public.
The choir is directed by Pat Basinger and accompanied by Pat Michel. The church is located on State Route 12 at 108 E. Washington St., Pandora. The Rev. Duane Kemerley is the pastor.
Pandora United Methodist Church hosts a free community meal on Wednesday, Dec. 13, from 5:30 to 7 pm. in the church fellowship hall, 108 E. Washington St., Pandora.
The meal this month is provided by Riley Creek Pharmacy/Pharmacy Solutions. The menu is sloppy joes, hot dogs, cheesy potatoes, veggies and dip, cookies, hot chocolate, drink and coffee. Santa will be here and the Pandora First National Bank will host crafts and cookie decorating for children.
Pleasant View United Methodist Church will celebrate its annual "Hanging of the Greens" on Sunday, Dec. 3, at 7 pm. The service will include, readings, scripture, and Christmas carols and is open to the public.
The church is located at 300 Township Road 37, Bluffton.
