Congregation B'nai Abraham will hold its annual Hanukkah party at 11 a.m. Sunday at the synagogue, 519 N. Main St.

In addition to the traditional latkes and kosher hot dogs for the festive luncheon, the gathering will include a singalong of Hanukkah songs with Cantor Michal and musician Greg Siegle.

Reservations are needed and can be made by calling 724-287-5806 or e-mailing the synagogue at congbnaiabraham@zoominternet.net.

JEFFERSON TWP — The Concordia Haven Chorus will hold its annual Christmas Cantata at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Haven 1 dining room, 112 Marwood Road.This year's cantata is entitled “Master Composer,” which was created by resident Director Carol Oliver. A chorus of 30 residents will sing Christmas anthems and narrate the story of Christmas. Refreshments will follow the performance.For more information or to reserve a seat, call Haven Event Coordinator Donna Heintz at 724-352-1571, Ext. 8251.

A concert, “Swing into Christmas,” featuring the TMG Big Band (formerly known as the Trinity Jazz Band), will be at 7 p.m. Monday in the sanctuary of First English Lutheran Church, 241 N. Main St.An offering will be taken.

SARVER — A live Nativity will be presented at 5, 6 and 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday in front of Zion United Methodist Church, 438 Bear Creek Road.There will be refreshments served in the Fellowship Hall following each performance.For more information, call the church office at 724-353-1720.

VALENCIA — Glade Run United Presbyterian Church will show the video, “GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays,” at 4 p.m. Sunday at 1091 Pittsburgh Road.The video is an uplifting outreach tool, designed to help those who have lost a loved one or friend, navigate the holiday season despite their grief. There is no charge.

Holy Hour of Peace will begin at 7 p.m. Monday at St. Paul Roman Catholic Church, 128 N. McKean St. There will be prayers for peace and vocations, rosary and Benediction.

Faith Lutheran Church, 241 Freeport Road, is again celebrating Advent with Wednesday services.The services will be at 7 p.m. the three Wednesdays before Christmas.

SAXONBURG — “Changed by a Baby Boy” Christmas musical program will be performed at 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Saxonburg Memorial Presbyterian Church, 100 Main St.The evening will feature new songs and old favorites, adult and children's choirs and actors in skits.

ACTS (Adoring Christ Thru Song) the nonprofit choral/instrumental organization, will present the Christmas cantata, “Let the Whole World Sing” at the following locations:7 p.m. Saturday at St. John's Reformed Church, Route 68 and Benbrook Road.7 p.m. Sunday at Center Presbyterian Church, Center Street, Slippery Rock.An offering will be taken at each performance to help cover expenses of the choir/orchestra.For more information, call LaDonna Linamen at 724-406-0345 or Robert Olsavicky at 724-679-5700 or visit the website Adoringchristthrusong.com.

A Christmas cantata, “The Gift,” will be performed at 7 p.m. Friday and again at 11 a.m. Sunday at Mount Chestnut Presbyterian Church, 727 Old West 422.The cantata includes special music by the choir, bell choir, special musicians and soloists.The church will also offer a live Nativity from 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 16.This is planned as a drive-through or walk-through event. Hot chocolate will be offered. Take a nonperishable food item as a donation.