Chesterton
Liberty Bible Church: 824 N. Calumet Ave. — “A Night in Babylon” event, geared for middle school, high school and adults, will begin at 6 p.m. Aug. 11 at Liberty Bible Church. The night will feature exploration of the sights and history of the city, as well as an introduction and overview of the book of Daniel. For more information, visit https://www.findliberty.net/events-1/2024/babylon
Crown Point
St. Matthias Roman Catholic Church: 101 W. Burrell Drive — A Mental Health Awareness talk and lunch will be held at St. Matthias Roman Catholic Church from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 18. The event will feature a presentation by Adam Antone, MA, LMHC. The event is free. To register, visit https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/c139ea94-dd88-49a4-9026-d1d6376c44bd
Gary
Christ Baptist Church: 4700 E. 7th Ave. — The church is commemorating its 43rd anniversary with two anointed Sunday morning services at 10 a.m. on Aug. 11 and Aug. 18. The theme for the occasion is “Planted for a Purpose,” and founding Pastor/Emeritus Rev. Dr. Colvin Blanford will serve as a guest speaker August 11, with Pastor James Robinson of St. James Missionary Baptist Church will deliver the morning message on Aug. 18. The entire community is invited to attend the services and celebrate with the Christ Baptist Church family. Services will also be broadcast live on Facebook and YouTube. For more information, call 219-938-5504 or visit https://www.facebook.com/cbcgaryinc.
Holy Angels Cathedral: 640 Tyler St. — The Diocese of Gary will host a Day of Service on Aug. 17 as part of its Summer Eucharistic Revival, starting with a 9 a.m. Mass at the cathedral followed by service activities, including volunteering at the Saints Monica and Luke food pantry, landscaping at diocesan cemeteries, packing donations for area migrant workers, and more. The event will conclude with a 1 p.m. Community Cookout with the Franciscans.
Marquette Park United Methodist Church: 215 N. Grand Blvd. — The church would like to welcome all to worship with us at 11:15 a.m. on Sundays, followed by refreshments in our Fellowship Hall.
Michigan City
St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception: 411 W 11st St. — The Catholic Diocese of Gary will have a young adult adoration night on Aug. 16 at St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception. The event is open to all young adults and will begin at 7 p.m. To RSVP, visit https://dioceseofgary.jotform.com/242105274188152
Valparaiso
Liberty Bible Church: 1155 S. Sturdy Road — The church is hosting a concert headlined by Mitch McVicker from 7-9 p.m. Thursday. McVicker’s solo career has spanned nearly 2,500 concerts in 49 states and 13 countries. He’s recorded 13 full-length albums, 2 EPs, 9 official music videos and two live concert DVDs.
Valparaiso Baptist Church: 612 Emmettsburg St. — All women are welcome to a “Hearts on Fire” women’s Bible study from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 24. For more information, call 219-464-1443.
Whiting
Mary Bercik Memorial Pavilion: 1500 Park Rd. — Join Temple Israel Sisterhood on Sunday evening at a concert with the Whiting Park Festival Orchestra & Chorus, conducted by Temple Israel member Robert Vodnoy. A potluck picnic will be held at 7 p.m. followed by the concert at 7:30 pm, featuring everything from symphonies to show tunes. Bring a chair and a dish to share. Parking is $5 and is located next to the pavilion, and there is a concession stand where you can purchase food. For more information, email templeisraelmiller@gmail.com or call 219-938-5232.
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