• Items should be typed and must be submitted at least two weeks in advance of the publication date to Religion Notes, in care of Suburban Life Newspapers, 1101 W. 31st St., Suite 100, Downers Grove, IL 60515. Religion Notes also can be faxed at least two weeks in advance of the publication date to Religion Notes at (630) 969-0228, or e-mailed to religion@mysuburbanlife.com.

• A Blessing of the Animals will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 19, at First Presbyterian Church of Itasca, 207 Center St. All pets are welcome. For further information, call (630) 773-9606.

• Children of all ages are invited to attend the third annual Trunk or Treat Party at 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26, at the First Presbyterian Church of Itasca, 207 Center St. All are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes. There will be treats and prizes for all. For further information, call (630) 773-9606.

• St. Paul Lutheran Church, 515 S. Wheaton Ave., Wheaton, will hold a Faith Circle Meeting at noon Tuesday, Oct. 14, in Fellowship Hall. All are encouraged to bring a sandwich and friend. Dessert and beverages are provided. The program is “Tell Us Its Story.” The Antique Road Show comes to Faith Circle. For further information, call (630) 668-5953 or visit www.stpaulwheaton.org.

• Women’s Bible Study will explore the Gospel of John from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 13, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 515 S. Wheaton Ave., Wheaton. This year’s study offers a unique and inviting way to interact with and experience God’s word, allowing that word to filter into every area of life. For further information, contact Pat Pape at (630) 668-8710 or visit www.stpaulwheaton.org.

• The Rev. Gerald J. Simonelli has been appointed pastor of Bloomingdale’s St. Isadore Catholic Church.  Simonelli was installed Oct. 5 by one of the Joliet Diocesan Deans, the Rev. Gerald Riva, at its 1 p.m. Mass. St. Isadore Church is at 427 W. Army Trail Road. For further information, call (630) 529-3045 or visit www.stisidoreparish.org.

• Bloomingdale Church is holding a blood drive from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Oct. 11, at 264 Glen Ellyn Drive. A photo identification is required. For further information or to make an appointment, call (630) 894-0090.