CHURCH SERVICES
C.C. Hancock United Methodist Church: 542 Wesley Road, Springfield, holds Sunday worship at 10:30 a.m. Makin’ Music is held Tuesday-Saturday; call 610-3610730. Jazzercise is held Monday– Saturday; call 610-356-4685. For information, call 610-543-3551.
Calvary Baptist Church: 1616 W. Second St., Chester, holds Sunday morning services at 8 and 11. For information, call the church at church at 610-874-6717.
Faith Tabernacle Church: 509 W. Third St., Chester. The church congregation holds a special Harvest Home Service for Pastor Catherine O. Jacobs during the 11 a.m. Sunday worship service. All are welcomed to attend.
First African Baptist Church:
901 Clifton Ave., Sharon Hill, celebrates the Health Care Ministry’s Annual Day at 9:45 a.m. Sunday. The Sanctuary Choir sings and the Rev. Dr. Melvin McAllister preaches from the theme “God, Can We Talk?” (Jeremiah 12:1). Sunday School and Discipleship classes for new members are at 8:45.
First Faith Missionary Baptist Church: 1705 Highland Ave., Chester, welcomes guest preacher Elder Julius Bradley from The Resurrection Center, Wilmington, Del., to the 10:45 a.m. service Sunday.
First United Methodist Church:
350 W. State St., Media, holds adult Sunday School at 9 a.m., followed by worship at 10:15.
Children’s Sunday School is held during the service. The Media Food Bank opens 7-8 p.m. Thursdays and 10-11 a.m. the second and fourth Saturday of the month. The church’s Clothing Closet opens 7-8 p.m. Thursdays and 10 a.m.-noon Saturdays.
Grace Community UMC: 1213 Central Ave., Chester, holds Sunday morning worship at 10:30. Sunday School and youth class are at 9:30. This week, Pastor John Lewis Sr. delivers the Word of God with the theme “Shape of Our Thanksgiving” (Psalms 92:1-4 and 107:1). The Voices of Praise render the music. . For information, call the church at 610-876-6347. The church Empowerment Center’s Fast Track 2 Success STEM program with tutoring and life skills is now in session. For information, call James Harper at 302-588-2467. Immaculate Conception of Loudes: 21 W. Eighth St., Marcus Hook, celebrates the 100th anniversary of its dedication on Sunday, Dec. 10, with Mass at 4 p.m. The Rev. Msgr. Ralph Chieffo provides the homily. Refreshments follow in the church hall. Please RSVP to the St. John Fisher Parish office by calling 610-485-0441, ext. 2.
Linwood Heights United Methodist Church: 1627 Chichester Ave., holds worship for all ages at 10:40 a.m. each Sunday. Sunday School for all ages at 9:30. This week, Pastor Ethel Guy brings us
the message “The King Is Coming/The King Has Come.” At 3 p.m. Sunday, the church holds an old fashioned hymn sing sponsored by Memorial Presbyterian Church. For information, call 610-485-2300 or visit www.linwoodumchurch.com
Middletown Presbyterian
Church: 273 S. Old Middletown Road, celebrates blended contemporary/traditional worship at 10:30 a.m. This week, Pastor Douglas W. McPheeters continues his “What If? – Wrestling with Questions of Faith” preaching series with the topic “What if the Bible is the Word of God?” The monthly healing service is held following the worship service. Sunday School for all ages is at 9, followed by coffee time at 10. Advent Family Time is held Sunday afternoon at 4:30 p.m. with crafts, carols and supper. Women’s Advent Prayer Breakfast is at 9 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 2. Tickets are $8 and available at the door or the church office. For information, call the office at 610-565-4080 or visit www.middletownpres.org Praise, Worship and Favour Community Christian Church: 2500 W. Third St., Chester, invites the public to its annual Deacon and Deaconess Day at 3 p.m. Sunday. Bishop Larry Snow, pastor of Haven of Hope Ministries, Chester, is the guest preacher.
St. James Episcopal Church:
732 11th Ave., Prospect Park, celebrates Holy Eucharist at 9:30
a.m. Sunday. Sunday School, coffee and conversation are held after the service. For information, call 610461-6698.
St. John Fisher Parish: 4225 Chichester Ave., Boothwyn, welcomes all to its parish Mission from Sunday, Nov. 26-Tuesday, Nov. 28, featuring Father Bill Garrott, OP. Fr. Garrott incorporates his musical talent into his preaching. The theme is “iMercy: The Divine Hotspot – The Father Blesses, the Son Heals, and the Spirit Strengthens.” Rosary begins at 6:40 nightly; talk begins at 7. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available afterward.
Temple of Brotherly Love CC Church: 1136 Highland Ave., Chester, celebrates Sunday worship at 10:15 a.m. Wednesday night Bible study is at 7. For information, call the church at 610-485-4980.
Trainer United Methodist
Church: 3705 W. Ninth St., hosts teaching and sharing for all ages at 9:30 a.m. Sunday, followed by prayer and praise service at 10:45. This week, the Rev. Jim Ford brings the message “Remembering The Prodigal’s Brother,” assisted by Bill Trader. Nursery and Junior Church are available. Legacy Clothes Closet opens noon-2 p.m. Fridays. Donations of food items are received weekday mornings for distribution through Food Pantry.
Trinity United Methodist Church:
holds its Sunday worship this week at Trainer UMC, 3705 W. Ninth St., due to a boiler issue at Trinity. Service is at 9:30 a.m. The Rev. Jim Ford brings the message “Remembering the Prodigal’s Brother,” assisted by Jaime Taylor. During the month of December, Trinity UMC and Trainer UMC gather at Trainer at 10 a.m. for joint Sunday services.
Solid Rock Church: 937 E. 10th and Walnut streets, Chester, holds Sunday morning service at 11:30 and Sunday School at 9:45. Tuesday night prayer and Bible study are at 7:30. Friday night prayer and pastoral teaching are at 7:30. Unitarian Universalist Church of Delaware County: 145 W. Rose Tree Road, Media, holds one service this Sunday at 10 a.m. This week’s theme is “Service is Our Prayer. The Rev. Libby Smith reflects on the call to serve others and it’s place at the heart of the Unitarian Universalist faith. Kathy Alston serves as worship associate and Dick Veleta renders the music.
Victory Over The World Baptist Church: 2609 W. Fourth St., Chester, holds Sunday morning fellowship at 9:30, followed by worship at 11. Men’s Bible fellowship is held at 5:30 p.m. Fridays. Tuesday evening prayer is at 7, followed by Bible study at 7:30. Movie night is held the third Friday of the month at 7. Family Bible fellowship is on the first Saturday of the month at 4. For information, visit www. victoryovertheworld-sfmbc.org or call 610-364-3360.