Abba Christian CenterScott Lewis will be the guest speaker at the 10 a.m. Sunday service at Abba Christian Center, Slippery Rock Middle School, 201 Keister Road. Contemporary worship will be led by Theresa Burnworth.

Butler Church of the NazareneThe Senior Adult Ministry of Butler Church of the Nazarene, 4410 Oakdale Road and Route 68, Butler Township, will sponsor a trip to the Glass Blowing Center on Friday. The van will depart the church at 10 a.m. A picnic will follow the visit. To participate, contact Darlene Johns at 724-538-9342.Chrisann Green will present music for the Sunday service. Krystal McIndoe will lead the offertory and the Rev. Ron Reagle of Franklin will be the guest speaker.

Christ Community U.M.The Rustees, retired members of Christ Community United Methodist Church, 205 N. Duffy Road, will meet at the church at 8:30 a.m. Friday to continue working on projects. New members are welcome.The Adult Mission Work Team will depart for Conklin, N.Y., Saturday to work on homes damaged by recent flooding.Pentecost Sunday will be celebrated at the 10 a.m. Sunday service. The Pentacost service will be the only service this weekend. Members are encouraged to wear red. "The Faith We Sing" hymnal supplements will be dedicated during the service.

Christ's OutreachA four-week new member and informational class will begin at 7 p.m. June 6. To register, call the church office at 724-283-8407 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays.To recognize a graduate in our church family during the June 9 and 10 services, call the church office during weekday hours to provide the student's name, date of graduation and degree. Deadline for submissions is Monday.A meeting will be held at 7 p.m. June 7 for participants in the Arizona work and witness trip.

Community LifeCommunion will be observed during the 10:15 a.m. Sunday service at Community Life Church, McQuistion Elementary School.Prayer in the Park will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursdays in the Lori Bauer Shelter at Butler Memorial Park.The next youth group meeting will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. June 7 at the home of the Ogles.The youth will depart at 8:30 a.m. June 16 for a trip to Kennywood.A free car wash will be held from noon to 3 p.m. June 23 at Wendy's, New Castle Road, Butler Township.

Covenant PresbyCovenant Presbyterian Church, 230 E. Jefferson St., will celebrate Pentecost during the 11 a.m. Sunday service with an outdoor service under a tent in the side yard. The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper will be celebrated.Following the service there will be an all-church picnic. Worshippers should take a side dish and/or dessert to share. Meat, rolls and beverages will be provided by the Fellowship and Outreach Committee.The Apportionment Offering will be received at the 11 a.m. Sunday service. The offering is $24 per member to support the work of the local presbytery, as well as the synod and General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA). The Noisy Offering of loose change will also be received during the service.The Joint Kerygma Course with Saint Andrews and Faith Presbyterian churches will begin at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Covenant. The course is entitled "Discovering the Psalms: Passion, Promise, and Praise."

First English LutheranPentecost will be celebrated with Holy Communion at the 8:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday services at First English Lutheran Church, 241 N. Main St. The 11 a.m. service will be a contemporary service.There will be no community dinner Monday at the church.

Glade Run U.P.Glade Run United Presbyterian Church, 1091 Pittsburgh Road, Valencia, will observe Pentecost at the Sunday services.The church offices will be closed on Monday for Memorial Day.There will be no youth group on Sunday and no middle school youth group Wednesday.Summer Sunday school will begin June 3. Children in grade 5 and younger will meet at 9:50 a.m. in the Kids' Zone area.

Grace @ Calvary LutheranA meeting will be held at 11:30 a.m. Sunday in the social room at Grace @ Calvary Lutheran Church, 123 E. Diamond St., for participants in the Relay For Life.Distribution of Angel Food Ministries orders will be held from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday in the social hall.There will be no youth group meeting Sunday.

GraceWay CommunityBeth Yost will provide music for the 10 a.m. Sunday service at GraceWay Community Church, Center Township Elementary School, Mercer Road.A Memorial Day tribute will be paid to veterans during the Sunday service.Graduates will be honored at the June 10 service.

Hill U.P.There will be no Sunday school prior to the 10:30 a.m. Sunday service this week at Hill United Presbyterian Church, 501 Second St. The service will feature music by Peg McGuirk on the organ and Kathy Sawyer on the piano.June 3 is the final day to sign up for Music, Art and Drama Camp, to be held July 22 to 29. The program is open to singers, actors, dancers and "techies" entering grades one through 12. For details, contact Kathy Sawyer.To accommodate volunteer schedules, vacation Bible school has been rescheduled for 6 to 8 p.m. Aug. 20 to 22 at Alameda Park. To register or volunteer, contact Kathy Sawyer.

Mars U.P.Mars United Presbyterian Church, Crowe Avenue, Mars, will celebrate the birthday of the church, Pentecost Sunday, at the 8:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday services. The church will be decorated in red and white, and birthday cake will be served after both services. A blood drive will take place in the social hall from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.The annual flea market and bake sale will begin at 8 a.m. June 8 and 9.Graduates from high school and college will be honored at the 11 a.m. service June 3.

Meridian U.P.Pentecost will be celebrated at the 11 a.m. Sunday service at Meridian United Presbyterian Church, 4150 Highland Ave. Those attending should wear red. The Sacrament of Communion will be served. Those who are homebound should contact the church to receive Communion at home.In observance of Memorial Day, the church office will be closed Monday.Church members will prepare and serve the community meal at 5 p.m. Wednesday at Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church.

Nixon U.M.Worship services celebrating Pentacost begin at 10 a.m. Sunday at Nixon United Methodist Church, Airport Road, Penn Township. Stephanie Baker and Erin Black will provide music.

North Main Street Church of GodThe office at North Main Street Church of God, 1201 N. Main St. Ext., Butler Township, will be closed Monday in observance of Memorial Day.Amy Nasiadka will lead a scrapbooking workshop at 6 p.m. Friday in The Haven. For information, call the church office at 724-285-4214.The Memorial Day weekend campers will host a tureen dinner at 4 p.m. Sunday at Whitehall Camp in Emlenton. Participants should take two covered dishes to share and their own drinks, table service and lawn chairs. For directions, call the church office.

Old Union PresbyThe summer schedule will begin this week at Old Union Presbyterian Church, 200 Union Church Road, Mars. There will be no Sunday school and worship will be at 10 a.m.The Worship Committee will meet after worship this week.Information is available in the back of the church about a mission trip for the Church of World Service Oct. 15 to 17.

Park U.P.Memorial Day and Pentecost will be observed at the 9 and 11 a.m. Sunday services at Park United Presbyterian Church, 115 E. Grandview Ave., Zelienople. Veterans and the deceased will be honored and the birth of the church will be celebrated. Participants should wear red. Communion will be served.Camp Meeting Sunday will be held June 3. The annual service will include old-time gospel music and the honoring of graduates. A potluck meal will follow in Fellowship Hall.

Saint Andrews U.P.In honor of Pentecost, the Sacrament of Holy Communion will be served at the 10 a.m. Sunday service at Saint Andrews United Presbyterian Church, 201 E. Jefferson St. Those attending should wear red.A congregational meeting will follow the service for the election of new officers.Those who would like to assist with the vacation Bible school program "Avalanche Ranch," to be held July 23 to 27, can sign up outside the Memorial Room. To volunteer in a way other than those listed, contact the church office for information.Graduates will be honored during the service June 10.

Saxonburg Memorial PresbyMembers of Saxonburg Memorial Presbyterian Church, Main Street, Saxonburg, interested in sending children to summer camp should contact Linda McDonald for scholarship information.The 8 a.m. Sunday services will be held in the little church beginning June 3.Volunteers are needed for the vacation Bible school program to be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. June 25 to 29. For details, call 724-352-9525 or 724-353-1404.

St. John U.C.C.Pentecost will be observed Sunday at St. John's United Church of Christ, 501 E. Main St., Evans City. Attendees at both worship services are asked to wear red. Church youth will be involved in the services and two baptisms will be performed at the 11 a.m. service.A "Barn Again" service and gathering will begin at 4 p.m. Sunday at White Oak Farm, Old Route 68. The event is hosted by the 8:35 Alive Praise Team. The evening will include fellowship at 4 p.m., dinner at 5:30 p.m. and worship at 6:30 p.m. Those attending should take their own lawn chair and a covered dish to share.

St. Mary R.C.St. Mary Roman Catholic Church, Our Lady of Guadalupe, 101 W. High St., Kittanning, will celebrate a special Mass at 9 a.m. Monday in honor of Memorial Day.

St. Peter's EpiscopalThere are several slots available for members of St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 218 E. Jefferson St., who wish to place flowers in the sanctuary to honor loved ones. To participate, contact Jean Kirkpatrick. Cost is $14 for a single or $28 for a double arrangement.

St. Richard R.C.In observance of Memorial Day, a ceremony will be held following Sunday Masses at the flagpole at St. Richard Roman Catholic Church, 3841 Dickey Road, Gibsonia.

Summit PresbySummit Presbyterian Church, 181 Caldwell Drive, Jefferson Township, will host a blood drive from 7:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday in Fellowship Hall.A Kids' Own Worship service will be held at 11 a.m. Sunday. For information, call the church office, 724-287-2378.

Trinity LutheranThe celebration of the Lord's Supper will be observed during weekend services at Trinity Lutheran Church, 120 Sunset Drive, Center Township. Pentecost will also be celebrated at the 6:30 p.m. Saturday and 8:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday services. Members are encouraged to wear red to the services.Lutheran Sisters will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday in Fellowship Hall. Participants should take a covered dish to share. Spring plants will be prepared for residents of the Lowrie House.A training session will begin at 9 a.m. Saturday for anyone interested in the kid swap project, organized by Vicar Naomi. For details, call 724-287-1977.Registration for Relay for Life has been extended. Participants can sign up in the narthex to participate in the walk June 9 and 10 at the Butler Intermediate High School track. For details, call Donna Baughman at 724-283-4128.Giant Eagle gift cards are available for purchase during church office hours or after the 8:30 or 11 a.m. Sunday services. Proceeds benefit the youth group.

Trinity PresbySunday will be the last day for Sunday school for the season at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 107 Staley Ave., Butler Township. Sunday services will be moved to 10 a.m. beginning June 3.A cookie reception will follow the Sunday service to honor Sandy Gardner for her service as Hospitality Coordinator.Families with students graduating from high school or college should contact the church office.

Valencia PresbyPentecost Sunday will be celebrated at the 10 a.m. Sunday service at Valencia Presbyterian Church, 80 Sterrett St., Valencia. A Pentecost offering will be received.Children should take their Pentecost church banks to offer during the Children's Message Sunday. The kids will then be dismissed to attend Children's Church, where they will conclude their study on baptism by turning in their stories and pictures.Sunday will be the last day of the Sunday School for the season. To celebrate, a breakfast will be held from 8:45 to 9:15 a.m. Sunday, followed by a short lesson.The church office will be closed on Monday in observance of Memorial Day.

White Oak Springs PresbyThe Day of Pentecost will be observed during the 9:45 a.m. Sunday service at White Oak Springs Presbyterian Church, 102 Shannon Road, Renfrew. The Lord's Supper will be served. A soup and salad luncheon will follow the service.The Pentecost Offering of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) will be received during the Sunday service. This offering will be used to help children at risk, youth, and young adults.

Zion U.M.The women's group of Zion United Methodist Church, Bear Creek Road, Sarver, will collect school kits May 27 to June 3. Bags to be filled are available in the narthex with a list of needed items inside.A confirmation reception will be held at 9 a.m. Sunday in Fellowship Hall.Volunteers are needed to assist with Habitat for Humanity as they begin construction on a new home in the Butler area. Help is needed during the week and on Saturdays. To volunteer, contact Jim Fritz.Those unable to have a photo taken for the church directory should submit a recent photo to Steve Kladny or label it and place it in the family mailbox near the office.