Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
Rev. Matt Alspaugh will speak on “Practicing Hope” at the next meeting of the Lake Chapala Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, Sunday, December 14.
December is a time of darkness, even here in Mexico. The winter solstice reminds us to wait, for the dark times will turn around. The Christian Advent season invites us to wait, to hope, to prepare. But what if hope feels naive, or impossible, given the state of the world? This Sunday, we explore the difference between wishing for hope and the spiritual discipline of practicing hope in dark times. Can we cultivate hope when it’s needed the most?
Michael Swords will be the service associate and Cesar Castro is the musician.
Sunday service is at noon. 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.
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
God’s promise of Emmanuel unfolds in three great stages. In Jesus, God is no longer hidden—if we see Jesus, we see God. Join us this Sunday as Dr. Wayne Cook explores these three stages and reveals that God is with us. 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. We hope to see you there and then join us for coffee and cookies afterwards.
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.
Sunday, December 14, marks the third Sunday of Advent. Rev. Danny Borkowski will be the celebrant and give the message, “Are You the One …?” based on Matthew 11: 2 - 11
We are 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.
The Brunch Bunch meets after the service, 12:30 p.m. at Cocinart, 16 de Sept. 4D in Ajijic.
For updates and news, join our Facebook page: Christ Church Lakeside Ajijic.
Lakeside Presbyterian
The message on Sunday, December 14 will be “Do You Give Love a Bad Name?”
During Advent, we’re embracing the journey of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come—just like in Dickens’ beloved tale, A Christmas Carol. This week, we meet the Scrooge of “Christmas Present,” the man who resisted love until a ghost (or God?) broke through. Pastor David Erickson will guide us to reflect on our own hearts: Are we generous in love… or do we sometimes shut people out? Join us as we invite the Holy Spirit to awaken compassion within us and help us live God’s love right now.
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.
Visit us at HBCmx.org; Facebook: Heritage Baptist Chapala; 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..
San Juan BautistaCatholic Church
English Mass, Sundays 9 a.m., Del Cardinal 25, San Juan Cosala.
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 Lucas Evangelista Catholic 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.”
St. Mark’s Anglican Church GDL
An international worship community offering the only English-language worship in metro Guadalajara. Sundays at 11 a.m. in English. Rev. Juan Pablo Valderrama will celebrate Holy Eucharist on December 14.
Lessons and Carols will be held Sunday, December 14, at 5 p.m. Don’t miss this traditional Anglican service of Bible readings and inspiring music with St. Mark’s excellent choir and four members of the Jalisco State Choir, and congregational sing-alongs.
Wednesday, December 24, a Christmas Eve Musical Mass will be held at 5 p.m. A solemn high Mas
St. Mark’s is at Chichimecas 836, corner of Aztecas, Colonia Monraz, Guadalajara. Website: stmarksgdl.com/en; Facebook: stmark44670. Lessons and Carols will be held Sunday, December 14, at 5 p.m. Don’t miss this traditional Anglican service of Bible readings and inspiring music with St. Mark’s excellent choir and four members of the Jalisco State Choir, and congregational sing-alongs.
Unity Ajijic
Reverend Neal Worthington is our minister-in-residence for the month of 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 Word became flesh and dwelt among us (John 1:14). He left Heaven’s glory for earth’s dust, traded a throne for a manger, and stepped into our darkness to bring us light. God entered our world clothed in humanity; breathing our air, feeling our pain, walking our roads. We remember the manger with wonder when the eternal Word, wrapped in flesh, stepped into time, and became small and fragile for our sake. But He is no longer the baby of Bethlehem. The One once cradled now sits enthroned in glory. Let us not stop at the cradle, let us worship the King.
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 Margrita 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..">.
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 president @lakechapalajewishcongregation.com or 332-976-3778.
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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:
• “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.
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.
Mezcala Christian Church
Pastor Lionel Sanchez and other area Christian pastors share and teach the love of Jesusevery 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.