Christ Community U.M.Volunteers in all service areas at Christ Community United Methodist Church, 205 N. Duffy Road, Butler Township, will be recognized at a brunch at 9:45 a.m. Sunday in Oz Hall. Those planning to attend should contact the church office for reservations.Graduation for members of the Disciple I class will be held during the 8:30 a.m. Sunday service.Members participating in the upcoming trip to Israel should attend an information meeting at 5 p.m. Sunday.Pictures for the new church directory are scheduled to be taken July 20 and 21 and Sept. 5.

Christ's OutreachThe Bike Blessing prayer partners will meet at 6:30 p.m. Friday at Christ's Outreach Church, 120 Walker Ave. Volunteers will meet at 7 p.m. Friday in the gym. More volunteers are needed.The Blessing of the Bikes will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday. Riders will register at Zannotti's and will travel to Christ's Outreach Church for the Bike Blessing. Hot dogs, chips, cookies and beverages will be provided. Following the blessing, riders will participate in a 50- to 75-mile ride, ending at the Butler Veterans Affairs Medical Center to visit with patients between 2 and 2:30 p.m.Volunteers are still needed to bake at least three dozen cookies for the Bike Blessing. Frozen dough is available at the church for those unable to make their own. Cookies must be delivered to the church by Friday.Youth attending the Fun-Fore-All Activity Center event Friday will leave the church at 6:45 p.m. and return at 10:15 p.m. Cost is $10, which includes unlimited go-carts, bumper boats, miniature golf, batting cages and other activities.

Community LifeSign-ups are being held at Community Life Church, McQuistion Elementary School, for the summer series based on "The Way of the Master." Meetings will be held at 7:15 p.m. Wednesdays beginning June 6 at the YWCA.The next youth group meeting will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. May 24 at the home of the Ogles.

Covenant PresbyThe Covenant Choir and director Beverly Atis will be honored during the 11 a.m. Sunday service at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 230 E. Jefferson St. A reception in their honor, hosted by the worship and music committee, will be held during the Fellowship Hour following worship.Linda Day will lead the Seekers Class on Sunday. This will be the final class of the season. The class meets at 9:30 a.m. in the Assembly Room.

First English LutheranVolunteer Appreciation Day will be held at noon Sunday at First English Lutheran Church, 241 N. Main St.

First U.M.Confirmation will be held at the 10:50 a.m. Sunday service at First United Methodist Church, 200 E. North St.A Community Hymn Sing will be held at 6:30 p.m. Sunday in the sanctuary. Donations will be accepted to benefit the new Community Health Clinic of Butler County.

Glade Run U.P.The Senior High Mission Team of Glade Run United Presbyterian Church, 1091 Pittsburgh Road, Valencia, will have a training session at 6 p.m. Sunday.A prayer meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Sunday.The Men's Fellowship Breakfast will be at 7 a.m. Saturday at the Country Kitchen.The evangelism committee is hosting a "Meet the Pastor" evening at 7 p.m. Wednesday in Heritage Hall.The youth group is holding a hoagie sale to raise funds for their summer trips. Cost is $5 each. Orders can be placed by calling the church at 724-898-1016. Delivery is Wednesday.

Grace @ Calvary LutheranAn informational meeting for Outer Banks Youth and their parents will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. today in the Youth Center at Grace @ Calvary Lutheran Church, 123 E. Diamond St.The Faith Shapers will meet at the church at 6:30 p.m. Friday to go to Family Bowlaway. Participants will return to the church for pickup at 9:30 p.m.The youth group will offer a car wash from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Clearview Mall location of Wendy's.The women's spring banquet will be held at 5 p.m. Sunday in the social hall. Secret pals will be revealed. Entertainment will be by Dave Cochran.

GraceWay CommunityThe youth of GraceWay Community Church, Center Township Elementary School, Mercer Road, Center Township, will hold a bake sale Saturday at Wal-Mart, New Castle Road, Butler Township. To donate baked goods, call 724-290-7007.Scott Neff will provide music for the 10 a.m. Sunday service. Children's music will be lead by Edith McCandless.

Hill U.P.Hill United Presbyterian Church, 501 Second St., will recognize Sunday school teachers and children's church workers at the 10:30 a.m. Sunday service. The Chancel Choir will sing its final anthem of the season at the service.Sunday also marks the last day of Sunday school classes for the school year. A video-based Sunday school series will begin at 9:15 a.m. June 3 for children age 3 through grade 6.The Hill Youth Chorale will rehearse at 12:15 p.m. Sunday to prepare for the upcoming ministry tour to Washington, D.C.Plants and flowers for the spring garden market should be taken to the church's stand prior to 9 a.m. Saturday.A luncheon for the Hill Youth Chorale and congregation will be held after the service June 3. Volunteers are needed. For details, contact Louise Evans or Bill and Lin Ellis.

Mars U.P.Mars United Presbyterian Church, Crowe Avenue, Mars, will host a spring brunch 10:30 a.m. Saturday in the social hall. Cost for tickets is $6 for adults, $3 for children ages 4 to 11 and free for children younger than 4. Entertainment will be by the Grove City High School Show Choir.A blood drive is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. May 27.White collection envelopes are available in the pews for the Deacons Disaster Assistance Fund.

Mt. Chestnut PresbyMembers of the confirmation class at Mount Chestnut Presbyterian Church, 727 Old West 422, Franklin Township, will join the church at the 8:45 and 11 a.m. Sunday services.Sunday school teachers will be honored with a continental breakfast at 9:45 a.m. Sunday.A Building For Tomorrow-Today financial campaign celebration luncheon will be held at noon Sunday. Donations will be collected for ministry projects within and outside of the church.The food cupboard will be open from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday.

New Life Christian MinistriesThe latest class of covenanting disciples will be recognized at the Sunday worship celebration at New Life Christian Ministries, Knoch Senior High School, 345 Knoch Road, Saxonburg.The Family and Community Mission Team will hold a training time at 6 p.m. Wednesday at the home of Pastor Chris and Nancy Marshall, 447 Leasureville Road, Cabot. The team will serve at Tapestries of Life Ministries in Mexico, where they will help with the construction of an orphanage and serve at a mission for people in need.

North Main Street Church of GodHigh school seniors of North Main Street Church of God, 1201 N. Main St. Ext., Butler Township, will meet at 9 a.m. Saturday at Panera Bread, New Castle Road, Butler Township, for a celebration breakfast. There is no cost, but students must sign up at the Haven or let Pastor Brian Smith know by Friday.The Common Shop will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday in Fellowship Hall. A variety of household items will be available for free to those in need. There are no income limitations. All items in the shop are for personal use, not for resale. Participants should use the north side church entrance.The annual golf benefit for Penn Christian Academy will be held Monday. For details, call the school office at 724-586-5200.

Old Union PresbyOld Union Presbyterian Church, 200 Union Church Road, Mars, will have a Sunday School Celebration Sunday to honor teachers and those with good attendance.The Pleasant Valley Men's Shelter will have a Walk-a-Thon May 26. Information and pledge forms are available in the back of the church.The church picnic is now being planned for June 3.

Rider LutheranRider Lutheran Church, 189 Rider Church Road, West Sunbury, will hold a work and clean-up day beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday. Participants should take a sack lunch.

Saint Andrews U.P.The spring Bible study, based on the book "The life You've Always Wanted" by John Ortberg, will resume at 7 p.m. Sunday in Room 108 at Saint Andrews United Presbyterian Church, 201 E. Jefferson St. A sign-up sheet is posted outside the Memorial Room for anyone wishing to help with the vacation Bible school program July 23 to 27.The U-Name-It Auction will begin at 6 p.m. Friday in the Bethany Room. The evening will include food, karaoke and a live auction. For details, contact the church office at 724-287-4777 or see Terri Bonnett or Dave White. Proceeds will go to the scholarship fund of Foreman Christian College in Pakistan.The Summer Midweek Community Bible Study will begin at 1 p.m. May 30. The study will explore the Psalms and will be led by the Revs. Jim Swanson, Ed Carlson and Merry Meloy. For a location schedule, contact the church office.The Tender Tots preschool program recently acquired yard signs. Those willing to place a sign in their yard should call the church office.The old-fashioned picnic will be held June 3 at Memorial Park. The picnic will follow the 10 a.m. service. Hot dogs, buns, condiments and beverages will be provided. Participants should take a side dish or dessert to share, table service, a chair and a wrapped white elephant gift for bingo. Dress is casual.

Saxonburg Memorial PresbySunday is Youth Sunday at Saxonburg Memorial Presbyterian Church, Main Street, Saxonburg. Teens in middle and high school will lead the services. At the 10:15 a.m. service, the teens will join the Shout Band, seniors will be recognized and members of the confirmation class will be received into membership. Following the service, a fundraiser luncheon will be held to finance summer trips.There will be no Kid Zone Sunday or May 27.

St. John U.C.C.The Singles Group will meet at 7 p.m. Saturday at St. John's United Church of Christ, 501 E. Main St., Evans City.Submissions for the June Messenger are due Sunday.The hospitality and church growth committee will meet at 7 p.m. today to discuss the new church directory.Teacher Appreciation will be observed at 9:30 a.m. Sunday.

St. Mark's Evangelical LutheranThe library at St. Mark's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 201 W. Jefferson St., will be closed until the current renovation project is completed. Book returns should be taken to the office or placed in the designated box in the reception area. The librarian be tracking outstanding books.Holy Communion will be served at both Sunday services.

St. Peter's EpiscopalThere will be a commemoration of Jesus' Ascension into Heaven with the celebration of Holy Eucharist, including the use of incense at 7:30 p.m. today at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 218 E. Jefferson St.

St. Richard R.C.Graduating seniors of St. Richard Roman Catholic Church, 3841 Dickey Road, Gibsonia, will be recognized at the 5:30 p.m. Life Teen Mass Sunday. A dinner in their honor will follow at 6:30 p.m.The Ladies Group will host local artist Gary Means and his Parables in Pastels at 7:30 p.m. Monday in the Social Hall.The EDGE Middle School Ministry and Life Teens will have an Activity Night from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday. All junior and senior high students are invited.The final Life in the Spirit Seminar will be held at 7:45 p.m. Tuesday.Eucharistic Adoration will be held from 9:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 24.

Summit PresbyA luncheon will be held after the 11 a.m. Sunday service in Fellowship Hall at Summit Presbyterian Church, 181 Caldwell Drive, Jefferson Township, for church members ages 60 and older.The vacation Bible school program has been planned from 5:50 to 8:30 p.m. June 17 to 21. For details, call the church office at 724-287-2378.

Trinity LutheranThe celebration of the Lord's Supper will be observed at the 6:30 p.m. Saturday and 8:30 a.m. Sunday services at Trinity Lutheran Church, 120 Sunset Drive, Center Township.Scout Sunday will be celebrated at the 11 a.m. Sunday service. Scouts should wear their uniforms to the service.The ladies of Trinity will meet at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Panera Bread, New Castle Road, Butler Township, for breakfast and fellowship. A calendar of events for the remainder of the year will be scheduled.Sunday is the last day of Sunday school for the season. Parents are encouraged to stay for classes. All classes will begin in the sanctuary and end with refreshments in Fellowship Hall. Families should take canned goods for the food cupboard.A meeting will be held after the 11 a.m. Sunday service for confirmands and their parents to discuss ConfirCamp and the Washington D.C. trip.

Trinity PresbyA family movie night will be held at 6:30 p.m. Friday in the recreation room at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 107 Staley Ave., Butler Township. The movie "Facing the Giants" will be shown. Popcorn and drinks will be provided.Envelopes for the Pentecost offering are available on the table in the narthex. The offering supports children at risk, youth and young adults through different ministries.An 18-foot cross with backlighting has been installed on the exterior north wall of the church facing Route 356 in memory of Dean Bell.

Valencia PresbyJim and Teresa White, missionary partners from the Dominican Republic, will speak at the 10 a.m. Sunday service at Valencia Presbyterian Church, 80 Sterrett Street, Valencia. The Chancel Choir will present an offertory anthem.A leadership retreat will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday for church leaders and committee members. To register, call the church office. Child care will be available.