Oak Forest
St. Damian Catholic Church, 5300 W. 155th St.: Christmas caroling at 12:30 p.m. Dec. 10. All ages are welcome. Singers will visit nearby church neighbors singing simple songs. Songbooks will be provided. Participants enjoy hot chocolate and cookies at the church afterward. Information: www.stdamianchurch.org or 708-687-9607.
Blue Island
Grace United Methodist Church, 12739 Maple Ave.: Community Christmas singalong at 4 p.m. Dec. 17. Sacred songs such as “Joy to the World” and others will be sung, as well as secular favorites such as “White Christmas” and “Jingle Bells.” Admission is free but an offering will be taken. Refreshments will be served after the program. Information: www.graceumcblueisland.org or 708-388-5340.
New Lenox
United Methodist Church, 339 W. Haven Ave.: Home for Christmas holiday concert and food drive at 6 p.m. Dec. 16. The Southwest Community Concert Band will perform. Admission is free with a donation of nonperishable goods for the Orland Township Food Pantry. Information: www.umcnl.com or (815) 485-8271.
Oak Lawn
St. Catherine of Alexandria Catholic Parish, 10621 Kedvale Ave.: Prince of Peace, Come to Us Christmas Praise and Worship Night at 7 p.m. Dec. 15. The program features the St. Catherine of Alexandria Music Ministry. Information: parish.scaoaklawn.org or 708-425-2850
Pilgrim Faith United Church of Christ, 9411 S. 51st Ave.: Christmas Around the Fire from 4 to 6 p.m. Dec. 16. Luminaries, a Christmas bonfire and family activities will light the way for a glorious Christmas morning. Family and friends are welcome to this evening of fun and fellowship. Some time will be spent outside, so attendees should dress warmly. Information: 708-422-4200.
Palos Park
Saints Peter and Paul Orthodox Church, 8140 131st St.: 10th annual cookie walk from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 15. Bakers from the church were invited to bake eight to 10 dozen of their favorite homemade goodies. All proceeds from the sale will go to charity. Information: sspeterandpauluoc.net or 708-361-5165.
The Chapel at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway: Advent vespers with the Center Singers will be at 12:30 p.m. Dec. 10. Songs will center on Mary, reminding participants to prepare for the birth of Jesus. Information: 708-361-3650.
Service of the Longest Night is set for 4:30 p.m. Dec. 18 at The Chapel at The Center. This quiet, meditative service is designed for anyone whose Christmas may not be entirely joyful. Information: 708-361-3650.
Peace Memorial Church, 10300 W. 131st St.: Blue Christmas service at 7 p.m. This special service is aimed at those who may be experiencing loss or who want a more contemplative service this time of year. Information: www.pmucc.org or 708-448-0824.
Tinley Park
Trinity Lutheran Church, 6850 W. 159th St.: Christmas With Selah at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 15. The concert, featuring two Christian artists, will include worship and performances of hits such as “Wonderful Merciful Savior” and many favorite Christmas tunes. Recording artist Nathan Sheridan will open the performance. VIP tickets, $45, include early entry at 5:30 p.m. for first seating choice and a Q&A with the artists. General admission tickets cost $30 and loft tickets cost $25. Buy tickets at the church office or via https://www.itickets.com/events/475520.
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