St. Mark’s Anglican Church GDL

Wednesday, December 24, a Christmas Eve Musical Mass will be held at 5 p.m. A solemn high Mass with a 12-member choir, congregational sing-alongs. Tenor Chema Lopez in “O Holy Night,” selections from Handel’s “Messiah” with finale “Hallelujah Chorus.”

The choir director is Debra Matthew Rodriguez and the organ is played by Ana Silvia Guerrero.

St. Mark’s is at Chichimecas 836, corner of Aztecas, Colonia Monraz, Guadalajara. Website: stmarksgdl.com/en; Facebook: stmark44670.

Grace Church Chapala

Grace Church Chapala is a non-denominational, evangelical church, located at Iglesia del Espiritu Santo, at Alvaro Obregon 119, Colonia Plaza de Toros in Chapala.

Worship Jesus Christ with them on Sundays at 9:30 a.m. with contemporary-style praise music. 

Mixed men and women’s Bible study is every Tuesday, 10 a.m.

Information: Pastor Alan Pohl. Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., tel. 33-399-1501. GraceChapalamx.church.

Common Ground Fellowship at Little Chapel

The myths of our culture tell a great many things about the Christmas holiday, but what, actually, is the truth about the person of Jesus? Join us this Sunday as Dr. Ted Rogers explores “What we THOUGHT we knew about Christmas”. After this service, we will, as a congregation, pull together our Christmas despensas bags to go out to the poorer families in our lakeside community. All are invited to participate. Afterwards, we share a meal together. Common Ground Fellowship at Little Chapel is a bilingual, dynamic, friendly, and all-inclusive place to worship our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We believe that the church exists primarily for the benefit of those outside it as we seek to make the love of Christ known to others by serving our community in word and actions. 

Donations of food and clothing for our numerous missions along the shores of Lake Chapala are always gladly accepted via our big purple box in front of the Chapel. Saturday’s car wash fundraiser for Mam Cleo’s boys’ home is 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sundays, we offer several times to gather: Beginning at 9 a.m., there is worship and hymn music followed by a 10 a.m. gathering for ACTS: Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, and Supplication. Formal worship service begins at 11 a.m. and includes a children’s church.

Carretera Chapala-Ajijic 10 in Chula Vista.

Christ Church Lakeside

At Christ Church Lakeside, Anglican Church of Mexico, we respond to God’s grace through Jesus Christ by seeking His will daily—nurturing one another through prayer, service, and sharing our gifts. All are welcome in our church family.

Sunday service begins at 10:30 a.m. Following the service, please stay for cake and coffee as we share fellowship together.

Saturday, December 20, at noon, come and help set up for the Christmas Party with Santa for the children of the families our feeding program supports (those under 12 get a gift). The party begins at 1 p.m.

Sunday, December 21, marks the fourth Sunday of Advent. Lessons and Carols will be presented. Riverent Jim Powers will celebrate and give communion.

The Brunch Bunch meets after Sunday service, 12:30 p.m. at La Nueva Posada, Guerra 9 in Ajijic.

Wednesday, December 24, a candlelight Christmas Eve service at 5 p.m. will be followed by a finger food potluck.

Christ Church Lakeside is located on the Carretera in West Ajijic, next to the Smokehouse Restaurant.

No matter where you are in your faith walk, you are welcome to join us—we are all seekers together.

For updates and news, join our Facebook page: Christ Church Lakeside Ajijic.

Lakeside Presbyterian

“What if the future you fear is actually a future of hope?” This Sunday, December 21, we conclude our Advent journey with” Christmas Yet to Come” (2 Peter 3). Inspired by A Christmas Carol, we look beyond Christmas Past and Present to the promise of Christ’s return. Scripture reminds us that God’s timing is shaped by mercy—and that we are called to live holy, hope-filled lives as we wait.

Join us as we prepare not just for Christmas Day, but for the glorious future God has promised.

English language service is at 10 a.m. at Constitución 26, in Ajijic, 2nd floor. Enter through the back garage area and walk upstairs. For those with limited mobility, there’s also a small elevator at the front. Join us for coffee and refreshments after the service.

If you are unable to attend in person, join us live on Facebook at lpcchapala or on YouTube at @lpcchapala.

Eckankar

Meet with other like-minded Souls for open non-denominational spiritual discussions Tuesdays, 2 to 3:15 p.m. at the Lake Chapala Society.

Christian Science Group

You are invited to attend our  Christian Science Testimony Meetings every first and third Wednesday of the month at noon at Cinco de Mayo 3, in Ajijic. The one-hour meeting begins with readings from the Bible and the Christian Science textbook by Mary Baker Eddy, followed by testimonies of spiritual healing that have resulted from the study and practice of Christian Science. For more information, call 331-155-4733.

Heritage Baptist Church

Church service is Sunday, 10:30 a.m. at the American Legion Post 7, Morelos 114 in Chapala.

Prayer meeting is Sunday, 10 to 10:20 a.m.; boys outreach is Monday, 3:50 p.m.;  online book discussion is Monday, 7 p.m.; Bible study is Wednesday, 1 to 2:30 p.m. at different homes. Bring and share a meal; Ladies’ Bible study and Men’s devotion are Thursdays, 11 a.m.

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San Andres Catholic

Join us for English Mass on Sundays at 9 a.m. with coffee and donuts to follow on the 2nd and 4th Sundays. Marcos Castellanos 14, Ajijic.  Join us Fridays in the Church at 9 a.m. to pray the Rosary in English. For more info, contact Rose, +1-423-312-7468 or Susan, +1-661-978-1759. 

San Juan BautistaCatholic Church

English Mass, Sundays 9 a.m., Del Cardinal 25, San Juan Cosala.

San Lucas EvangelistaCatholic Church GDL

English Mass, Sundays, 11 a.m. Francisco Sarabia 280, Col. Progreso.

Heart of Awareness Buddhist Community

The Heart of Awareness Buddhist Community is open to everyone. Join us to cultivate a sense of community and strengthen your meditation practice at Guadalupe Victoria 101 in Ajijic. Chairs and cushions provided.

Sunday, December 14, we are open from 9 to 10 a.m. for sitting and walking meditation.

Wednesday, December 17, 3:45 to 6:15 p.m. One hour of meditation followed by a live teaching or video.

After Wednesday Practice, all are invited to enjoy dinner and socialize at a nearby restaurant.

Thursday, December 18, 1-2:30 p.m., Join our Book Study/Practice Group, reading Jack Kornfield’s “The Wise Heart.”

Unity Ajijic

Reverend Neal Worthington is our minister-in-residence for December. He is the spiritual leader of Unity of Payson Arizona.  
A special Christmas Eve candlelight service will take place on December 24, at 7 p.m., with Reverends Neal Worthington, Johannys Hartog and Penni Honey. On Sunday, December 28, during the service, there will be a Burning Bowl Ceremony to welcome in the New Year.

Sunday Celebrations are at noon and can also be viewed at unityajijic.org. Classes that dive deeper into the Sunday themes are Mondays at 10 a.m. All events take place at Namaste Village, Angel Flores 5, Ajijic. +1 (209) 598-1315; email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..">.

Lake Chapala Baptist

The Christmas story reveals God’s love as a gift, freely given. Heaven’s greatest gift was offered to a weary, broken, and undeserving world. In the quiet birth of Christ, God gave Mary grace by lovingly choosing and empowering her. When fear and confusion overwhelmed Joseph, he was given reassurance through a dream. He showed that divine love seeks the lowly when the angels appeared to the shepherds. Even the Magi experienced God’s love through guidance, leading them from afar to worship. Each encounter shows the same truth: God’s love initiates, invites, and gives freely and personally to His children.

English worship service is Sunday at 10:45 a.m. with Pastor Dan Klassen. English-language Bible study is Sunday at 9:30 a.m. and Tuesday at 10 a.m. Choir practice is Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to noon. Santa Margarita 147, Riberas de Pilar. Office: 33-5023-5822; cell. +1-508-838-9156; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..">.

St. Andrew’s Anglican Church

We’re a warm and inclusive Christian community offering traditional Anglican worship and music. Holy Eucharist: Sundays at 10 a.m. — everyone invited to communion.

Weekly Activities:

• Morning prayer – Mondays and Fridays, 8 a.m., in the Prayer Zoom Room, contact info@standrews to get the link

• “Supporting Each Other” Dementia Support Group meets Mondays, 10:30 a.m. in the multipurpose room. Enter through the garden.

• Family/Friends Care Partners support group for those who care for loved ones with dementia, Mondays, 10:30 a.m. in the study. Enter through the office.

• Brown Bag Big Book open AA meeting – Mondays, noon, in the garden.

• Choir practice is Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. in the nave. All voices welcome.

• Spousal Care Partners for those who care for life partners who have dementia, Thursdays, 10:30 a.m., in the multipurpose room.

Christmas Worship Schedule:

• Christmas Eve and bonfire, Wednesday, December 24, 4 p.m.

• Christmas Day, Thursday, December 25, 10 a.m.

Calle San Lucas 19, Riberas del Pilar. Office hours by appointment. Contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..">This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Rev. Sarah Shirley: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.; Facebook: standrews.mx.

Lake Chapala Jewish Congregation

Rabbi Case and the Lake Chapala Jewish Congregation welcome you on Fridays, 6 p.m. (2nd and 4th Fridays are potlucks.) Every Saturday, Torah service, 10 a.m. (live and via Zoom).

LCJC has a gift shop with Hanukkah. Purchase menorahs, candles, dreidels, hostess gifts, T-shirts, jewelry, Mezzuzahs and more. Contact Ellen Siegle at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 332-976-3778.

Contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.; website: lakechapalajewishcongregation.com.

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship

Welcome to our holiday service, Sunday, December 21, full of joy, tradition, and music, lots of music. Heidi MacLennan will share stories from the many places she has lived and the associated traditions from each place. Bob Koches will be the service associate. Rev. Mary Doane will be here to accompany us in person.

At the end of the service, everyone is invited into the garden for stollen and hot apple cider. So stay and enjoy the fellowship!

NOTE: We are starting the service early at 11:45 a.m. 

All services are at St. Andrews Anglican Church, San Lucas 19, Riberas de Pilar.

The service on Sunday, December 21,  will start 15 minutes earlier than normal, at 11:45 a.m.

Mezcala Christian Church

Pastor Lionel Sanchez and other area Christian pastors share and teach the love of Jesus every Saturday, 10 a.m. Contact 970-219-5983 in advance via WhatsApp, FaceTime or Messenger. Calle Hidalgo 251B, Mezcala.

Abundant Life Church

Abundant Life is affiliated with the Assemblies of God of Mexico. Weekly Sunday worship services in English start at 10:30 a.m. and Bible studies on Wednesday at 6:45 p.m. The English services schedule is at abuntandtlifechapala.com. Carretera 140, San Antonio Tlayacapan, a block from SuperLake.

Ajijic Meditation Circle

Paramahansa Yogananda, a beloved world teacher, has been recognized as one of the greatest emissaries of India’s ancient wisdom. His life and teachings continue to be a source of light and inspiration to people of all races, cultures and creeds.

For more information, see www.yogananda.org or WhatsApp +1 775 722 2863.

Chabad

Chabad of Lake Chapala is a center for the Jewish community. Located in La Floresta, we welcome Jewish people of all levels of observance.

Our mission is to create an authentic, warm Jewish center around Lake Chapala, promoting Jewish pride, celebration, and education. We host almost every Shabbat of the year, with home-cooked kosher Friday night dinners and Saturday luncheons in a non-judgmental and friendly atmosphere. We are here to provide for the material, spiritual, and educational needs of every Jew in the community, regardless of background or affiliation, with unconditional love and concern.

Contact Rabbi Yossi at 1-650-507-8902 for more information.

Koinonía Fellowship

Experience a nondenominational Christian community of expats and Mexicans Sunday, 11 a.m., for a fully bilingual worship service where we celebrate God’s grace and love together.
Carretera Poniente 911-B, West Ajijic. Facebook: ComunidadKoinoniaFellowship.

Lakeside Community Fellowship

Independencia 159, (next to Fenix Realty), San Antonio Tlayacapan. Sunday service, 10 a.m.; Ladies Bible study, Tuesday, 10 a.m.; Men’s Bible study, Thursday, 10 a.m. Information: 332-208-9263.