Celebration | Calumet City

The parishioners of St. Victor are hosting special events to congratulate their pastor, The Rev. Leonard Dubi, on his 40th anniversary of ordination to the priesthood. A celebration Mass will take place at 10:30 a.m. May 4 with a reception following in the church hall, 553 Hirsch Ave. The community is welcome to attend.

FYI: Call (708) 891-8920.

HEALING | Valparaiso

First Church of Christ, Scientist, Valparaiso, is sponsoring a free public talk. Kevin G. Graunke, a full-time Christian Science healer, will explain how expectant, confident prayer can be a certain and reliable healing method in a talk titled, "The Certainty of Christian Science Healing," at 7 p.m. May 15 at the church, 101 Institute St. Childcare will be provided.

FYI: Call (219) 462-8345.

YOUTH RALLY | Portage

Grace Baptist Church will host a youth rally at 6:30 p.m. today at the church, 5785 Mulberry Ave. The Rev. Bill Stanley, of Melbourne, Fla., will lead the rally. Music will be provided by Living Grace, a Grace Baptist worship team, and by Trinity College. All youths are invited to attend the free concert.

FYI: Call (219) 762-2663.

GARAGE SALE | Merrillville

Presbyterian Women will hold its annual garage sale will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. today at First Presbyterian Church, 7898 Taft St. Proceeds will benefit local and international missions.

FYI: Call (219) 980-4499.

FEAST DAY | Michigan City

St. George Orthodox Church will celebrate its patronal feast day today, known as Bright and Holy Saturday in the Orthodox Church, at 303 Grace St. Hierarchical Divine Liturgy is at 9 a.m. and will be followed by a small luncheon. Bishop Vladyka Peter of Cleveland, administrator of the Mid-America diocese of the Russian Orthodox Church Outside Russia, will be a special guest.

FYI: Call (219) 872-0210.

CINCO DE MAYO | Hammond

A Mexican dinner and music will celebrate Cinco de Mayo from 4:30 to 7 p.m. today at Hyde Park United Methodist Church, 6348 Harrison Ave. Sponsored by the Hyde Park United Methodist Women, cost is $6 for adults and $4 for ages 5 to 10.

FYI: Call (219) 932-0613.

BOX TOPS | Munster

Westminster Presbyterian Church is collecting box tops for Kemmerer Village, an accredited, residential Presbyterian child-care agency serving children and families since 1914. Programs are directed to help children and youth attain the necessary skills to become well-adjusted and productive members of society.

Bring box tops to the church at 8955 Columbia Ave.

FYI: Call (219) 838-3131 for more information.

RUMMAGE SALE | Merrillville

An annual rummage sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 9 and 9 a.m. to noon May 10 at Trinity Memorial Lutheran Church, U.S. 30 at Marshall Street.

FYI: Call (219) 769-5376.

OUTREACH TO BLIND | Munster

Munster Christian Outreach Center to the Blind holds free monthly luncheons on the second Saturday of each month to share and gather information with other sight-impaired people. The next luncheon is from noon to 2 p.m. May 10 in the multipurpose room of the Early Childhood Center (use entrance 'F' on Briar Lane) at St. Paul Ev. Lutheran Church, 8601 Harrison Ave. Jim Armstrong from Opportunity Enterprises will speak. Call for more information and to RSVP.

FYI: Call (219) 836-6270, ext. 221 or visit www.stplmunster.com.

SPAGHETTI DINNER | Hammond

A spaghetti dinner fundraiser for autism will be held from 4:30 to 7 p.m. May 10 at Hyde Park United Methodist Church, 6348 Harrison Ave. Cost is $6.50 for adults and $4.50 for ages 5 to 10.

FYI: Call (219) 932-0613.

MOTHER'S DAY BANQUET | Gary

Gary Educators for Christ and Sisters in the Spirit sponsor the fourth annual Mother's Day banquet, Mothers - You Are Special - from 3:30 to 6 p.m. May 11 at Gary YWCA, 150 W. 15th Ave. All mothers and grandmothers are welcome, regardless of whether their children attend. A free dinner will be served. RSVP.

FYI: Call (219) 885-3861.

WOMEN'S DAY | Gary

Annual Women's Day Celebration will be held May 11 at Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church, 1920 Broadway. Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m. and morning worship is at 10:30 a.m. with the theme "Women of God - praising, worshipping and giving thanks to God." Guest speaker is Minister Prophetess Shelia Fortson of Faith Fellowship International Church and In Reach Ministries Inc.

FYI: E-mail metrobc1920@sbcglobl.net.

CHURCH SALE | Hammond

The annual Trendsetters rummage sale takes place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 10 at First United Methodist Church, 6635 Hohman Ave. Items include dishes, appliances, women's purses and shoes, furniture, books, baby furniture and accessories, jewelry and knick knacks. No early birds will be admitted.

FYI: Call (219) 932-5915.

FISH FRY | Hammond

The annual fish fry hosted by First United Methodist Church in Hammond is 5 to 7 p.m. May 17 at 6635 Hohman Ave. Ocean perch, baked potato, cole slaw, green beans, rolls, dessert and coffee or lemonade are included in the dinner. A children's menu will be available. Dinners cost $9 for adults and $4.50 for children 4 to 12 years old. Advance ticket purchases are appreciated.

FYI: Call (219) 932-5915.

ANNIVERSARY | East Chicago

Celebrating the third anniversary of Pastor Willie D. Johnson and minister Lisa R. Johnson of the Mission of Jesus Christ N.D. Church. The celebration will be held at 6 p.m. May 17 at the American Legion Post No. 369, 1404 W. Chicago Ave. Cost is $30 for adults and $25 for children.

FYI: Call (219) 398-7207.

WORSHIP, BIBLE STUDY | Valparaiso

Union Community Church United church of Christ, 602 Monroe St. holds Sunday school at 9 a.m. Sundays with worship service at 11 a.m. Bible study is conducted at 7 p.m. Wednesdays.

FYI: Call (219) 464-3197.

FINDING ANSWERS | Lowell

In this unstable world of economic problems and marital/parental challenges, everyone is invited to attend a series of free, three-hour seminars dealing with common issues. "Answers in an Unstable world" seminars will be held from 9 a.m. to noon today, May 4 and 17 at Dalecarlia Bible Church, 5504 W. Main St. Speaker for the marriage/parenting seminars today and May 4 is Dr. Wayne Vandewier, founder and director of the counseling agency OIC. The speaker for the financial issues program May 17 is Eric Ostrander, manager for Chase Bank in Louisville, Ky., who will deal with the credit crisis, budgeting and investing. Call to register.

FYI: Call (219) 696-0512 or (219) 696-0205.

LEE MURDOCH | Hobart

Lee Murdoch will perform "Songs of the Great Lakes" at 1:30 p.m. May 4 at First Unitarian Church, 497 Main St. Tickets are $12 in advance, $15 at the door for adults. Children 12 years and younger pay $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Family packages are available. Space is limited, so reservations are encouraged.

FYI: Call (219) 942-1611.

CORN GAMES | Gary

Celebrate spring at corn games 2 p.m. May 4 at St. Joseph the Worker Croatian Church, 330 E. 45th Ave. Early birds start at 1:30 p.m. Food and desserts will be available for purchase.

FYI: Call (219) 980-1846.

CAR WASH | Hammond

Raise the Roof car was is set for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 17 in the lot at St. John Bosco Church, 7113 Columbia Ave. Cars will be washed for $6 and trucks and vans will be washed for $8. Proceeds will be used toward a new roof of the school. It's sponsored by the children and Youth Committee of St. John Bosco.

FYI: Call (219) 844-9027.

BREAKFAST BUFFET | Hammond

St. Mary's Altar and Rosary Society presents an all-you-can-eat breakfast from 8:30 a.m. to noon May 18 at the church dining room, 937 Merrill St. The breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, bacon, egg casserole, oatmeal, juice, coffee or tea and dessert.

FYI: Call (219) 933-9772.

FORGIVE TO LIVE | Munster

Forgive to Live is the topic of services at 9 and 10:30 a.m. June 1 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 8955 Columbia Ave. Anger kills, but forgiveness is powerful medicine will be the message by the Rev. Bruce Haapalainen, leader.

FYI: Call (219) 838-3131.

VENDORS NEEDED | Gary

Day of Pentecost Evangelistic Church needs vendor participation for a praise and worship festival to be held Aug. 2 at Gilroy Stadium. Space is limited.

FYI: Call Pastors Mark and Tracey Davis at (219) 545-4380 or 201-1102.