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In today's newsletter:

  • Which Springfield church’s service times best fit your Sunday routine?
  • Springfield community remembers the life and legacy of Suzanne Person

Also on today's calendar: Winter Admissions Open House and 5 more events.

Find out what's happening in Springfieldfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: I got fired from the M&M factory. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Springfieldfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Saturday: Some sun, then clouds, with a high of 33 and low of 27 degrees.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny and breezy, temps: high: 37, low: 22.
  • Monday: Increasing cloudiness, with a high of 33 and low of 27 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Delaware County church services, Jan. 2, 2025 edition (delcotimes.com) — Springfield residents have several local worship options highlighted this week, including St. Matthew Lutheran on Lynbrooke Road, The Blue Church on Baltimore Pike, Covenant United Methodist on Springfield Road, and Tree of Life Church on Baltimore Pike. The roundup also lists many nearby congregations across Delaware County, with details on service times, Sunday school, livestream options, and special ministries so you can find a faith community that fits your family.
   

• Suzanne M. Person, 75 (tegacaysun.com) — Springfield is mourning Suzanne “Suzi” Person, who grew up here and went on to raise a large, close-knit family grounded in love, service, and faith. Remembered as a devoted mother, “Nana” to 26 grandchildren, and active community volunteer, she touched lives from local swim coaching and parish work to her later years at Lake Naomi, leaving a legacy of warmth and generosity.
   

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