Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, 4331 Main St., Egypt, is collecting for Ripple Community Center, Allentown, for this year’s Lehigh Valley Ingathering. Items are requested by Nov. 15.

Needed items include small packages of cookies, pretzels or chips; Ramen noodle cups; macaroni and cheese cups; juice boxes; cans or bags of ground coffee (no K cups); powdered creamer, 10-16 ounces; bags or packets of sugar; hot chocolate packets; small/travel-sized toiletries, such as shampoo, conditioner, body wash and shaving cream; disposable razors; new men and women’s underwear (any size); batteries; hand and foot warmers; gloves, mittens, hats and scarves; and washable markers, colored pencils or crayons.

Ripple serves those who are experiencing homelessness, mental illness, significant trauma or other conditions that leave them isolated and alone.

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If you ordered nut rolls from Shepherd of the Hills, delivery is expected Nov. 15.

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Shepherd of the Hills will be holding a Thanksgiving holiday service 7 p.m. Nov. 25.