Locally and around the world, Christians are taking time to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ by coming together in worship.  

A Lima landmark reaches the century mark and continues to bring faith and service to the south side of the city. St. John the Evangelist Parish celebrated their 100th anniversary of the dedication of their church building.

Bishop Dennis Walsh makes a trip back to visit his former parishes in Delphos, Landeck, and Spencerville.  He talks about being named the head of the dioceses of Davenport, Iowa a little over two months ago.  

On Election Day, Bluffton University students put their debate skills to the test during a university forum. Members of the argumentation and advocacy class debated the topic of whether to allow students to do off-site religious instruction during the school day, which is a topic that Ohio lawmakers are looking at currently. The students were assigned either to defend the issue or to debate against it. Learning the art of debating can give people a better understanding of a topic, even if they don't agree with it.

It has become a holiday tradition in the Lima area. The South Side Christian Church's "Holiday Treasures" bazaar is at the end of this week. Members of the Disciple's women's group at the church work all year crafting and creating. The bazaar dates back to the 1950s, raising money for local non-profits, and it also provides fellowship for those who work on the sale. Members say they are blessed to be able to help others with the sale.

WAPAKONETA, OH (WLIO) - A Wapakoneta church lets people include their furry friends in their faith. 

The sweet aroma of cinnamon apples was in the air in Spencerville! Inside St. Patrick Catholic Church, well over a dozen people were hard at work kneading the dough and peeling the apples for the church's upcoming annual apple dumpling luncheon. The nearly 4-decade long tradition is St. Patrick's biggest fundraiser each year where donations accepted will go to the children's religious education program and any remaining church expenses. While Tuesday night's task was huge with 450 apple dumplings to prepare, working together in the kitchen was a great way for community bonding.

FINDLAY, OH (WLIO) - Two Findlay families have a place they can now call home.