Butler Church of the NazareneChrisann Green and Gwen Atkinson will present music for the 10:30 a.m. Sunday service at Butler Church of the Nazarene, 4410 Oakdale Road, Butler Township.The Rev. Thom Cahill, pastoral candidate from Indiana, will speak at both Sunday services. A reception for Cahill will be held at 7 p.m. Saturday.

CHRIST'S OUTREACHChrist's Outreach Church, 120 Walker Ave., will accept ballots for the proposed 2008 budget after the 10:30 a.m. Sunday service.Alabaster Boxes will be distributed during the Sunday services.The Missions Council will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday.Peanut butter and jelly are being collected during February for the food bank.

Community AllianceCommunity Alliance Church, 800 Mercer Road, Center Township, is sending a team of adults to the Dominican Republic in February to work on an expanding church. The youth will continue work on the same church when they travel to the site in the summer.

Community LifeCommunity Life Church, McQuistion Elementary School, will host its next Helps Development Session "Stir Up Your Gift" at 7:15 p.m. Wednesday at the Butler YWCA.The youth group will meet from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Feb. 21 at the home of Ben and Amanda Ogle.

Covenant PresbyThe Seekers Class of Covenant Presbyterian Church, 230 E. Jefferson St., will listen to an audio Bible study tape on Ephesians narrated by former President Jimmy Carter. Discussion will follow. The class meets at 9:30 a.m. Sunday in the Assembly Room.

First BaptistChoirs members from First Baptist Church, 221 W. New Castle St., and their guests are invited to a valentine party at 7 p.m. Friday at the home of Theresa Delker. Participants are to take a finger food or dessert to share.The Daybreak Quartet, a Southern gospel group from Atlanta, Ga., will present a sacred concert at 6:30 p.m. Saturday in the sanctuary. There is no admission fee, but an offering will be received.

First English LutheranThe Junior Youth of First English Lutheran Church, North Main Street at Brady Street, will meet at 12:30 p.m. Sunday.A Lenten service will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the church. The service will be led by the pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church.The women of the church are collecting money during February for a book scholarship for an adult female returning to school at Butler County Community College.A rehearsal for the contemporary service will be held at 9:30 a.m. Saturday. The service will begin at 11 a.m. Sunday.Communion will be served at the 8:30 a.m. Sunday service.

Glade Run U.P.A prayer gathering will be held at 7 p.m. Sunday at Glade Run United Presbyterian Church, 1091 Pittsburgh Road, Valencia.The Men's Fellowship Breakfast will be at 7 a.m. Saturday at the Country Kitchen in Penn Township.Confirmation classes to become a church member will begin Feb. 24 and continue weekly. Those individuals who attend the classes will be taken into membership on Palm Sunday, March 16. For information, call 724-898-1016.A caregiving training workshop for teens will be at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. If you are a caring and responsible youth in sixth grade or above and would like to serve in the nursery, call 724-586-7302 or the church office to register.The Middle School Retreat will be held March 1 and 2. All youth of middle school age are invited. For information, call 724-898-1016.

Grace Church Of HarmonyGrace Church of Harmony, 538 Main St., Harmony, will hold Lenten services and luncheons at 12:05 p.m. Wednesdays through March 19. Lenten services will also be held at 7 p.m. Wednesdays.

Grace @ Calvary LutheranOrders for Angel Food Ministries will be accepted from 5:30 to 7 p.m. today at Grace @ Calvary Lutheran Church, 123 E. Diamond St. The last sign-up time for the month will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday.Youth group members are to meet from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the church to bake pies. The event is mandatory for all youth attending summer trips.The youth group will host a pie auction after the Sunday service. Youth group members are required to attend.Confirmation classes will resume Tuesday.Grace @ Calvary will participate in community mid-week Lenten services at 7 p.m. Wednesdays. The next service will be held at First English Lutheran Church.

GraceWay CommunityEdith McCandless and Jenny Taylor will provide music for the 10 a.m. Sunday service at GraceWay Community Church, Center Township Elementary School, Mercer Road.

Hill U.P.The Rev. John Porter will lead the next two 6 p.m. Saturday services at Hill United Presbyterian Church, 501 Second St. He will share African Parables using Ghanaian storytelling. The Praise Team will lead contemporary hymns.The youth Sunday school class for students in grades 6-12 will resume their study of "The Gospel According to Harry Potter" at 9:15 a.m. Sunday.HY Lights Youth group will include instrumental ensemble and bell choir practice beginning this week. The fellowship time, held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., also includes dinner, group time and service projects.Items for the next newsletter are due Feb. 15.Donations of fruit and veggie trays, drink pouches and cookies are still needed for Wednesday evening Kids' Club.

Mt. Chestnut PresbyThe Rev. Deb Crusan will be the guest pastor for the 8:45 and 11 a.m. Sunday services at Mount Chestnut Presbyterian Church, 727 Old Route 422, Franklin Township. The Rev. Curtis will report on the Mission Team Trip to Slidell, La.Melissa Blain, pianist and vocalist, will perform in concert at 7 p.m. Sunday at the church. Admission is free and an offering will be accepted. Refreshments will be served.The food cupboard will be open at 6:30 p.m. Monday. For details, contact the church office.

Old Union PresbyThe Lenten study series on the Lord's Prayer continues from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday at Old Union Presbyterian Church, 200 Union Church Road, Mars.The Mars Ministerium Lenten Luncheon series continues Friday with the Rev. Tim Bowser of the Mars United Methodist Church speaking on "Healing Grace." The luncheons are held at Mars United Presbyterian Church, beginning at noon and ending by 1 p.m.The youth group spaghetti dinner will be held Saturday. Donated supplies must be at the church by 10 a.m. Saturday.Anyone interest in helping coordinate the vacation Bible school should speak with Barb Cashdollar for more information.A prayer offering will be held during worship this week.The Church Growth Team will meet after worship this week.Members with information about a military member, should contact Barb Cashdollar.

PARK U.P.The Women's Association of Park United Presbyterian Church, 115 E. Grandview Ave., Zelienople, will sell soup by the quart from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Feb. 23 in Fellowship Hall.The annual roller skating party will be held at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 24 at Ellport Roller Rink in Ellport. A donation for the food cupboard is required for admission. All beverages must be purchased on site. Participants may take food to share.A Super Senior Luncheon will be held at noon Feb. 26 in fellowship hall. Cost is $4 for a soup and sandwich meal.

Saint Andrews U.P.Members of Saint Andrews United Presbyterian Church, 201 E. Jefferson St., will collect donations of ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise and other food items for the Covenant Food Cupboard. A cart for donations is located in the narthex.

SPRINGDALE LUTHERANThe parish council meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Monday at Springdale Lutheran Church, 1061 Mahood Road, Concord Township.

St. John U.C.C.A family movie night will begin at 6 p.m. Saturday at St. John's United Church of Christ, 501 E. Main St., Evans City. The movie "Evan Almighty" will be shown. Snacks and other activities will be offered by the Christian Education Committee.A Lenten luncheon will be held after the 11 a.m. Sunday service in Naftzinger Hall. During the luncheon, the Rev. Call will portray Biblical characters and attendees will have the chance to ask questions of the characters portrayed.

St. Mark's Evangelical LutheranThe council of St. Mark's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 201 W. Jefferson St., will have a planning meeting from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.Participants in the Bible Bowl will hold a study group from 9:30 a.m. to noon Saturday.A supper will be served at 6 p.m. Wednesday, prior to the 7 p.m. Lenten service.

St. Peter's EpiscopalThere will be one combined service at 9:30 a.m. Sunday at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 218 E. Jefferson St.A reception and meeting with the bishop will follow at 11:30 a.m.

St. Richard R.C.Stations of the Cross will be held Friday and each Friday during Lent at 7 p.m. at St. Richard Roman Catholic Church, 3841 Dickey Road, Gibsonia. A Lenten series by Dr. Susan Stangl will follow the Stations of the Cross.The Men of St. Richard will participate in a Men's Retreat Friday to Sunday at the St. Paul of the Cross Retreat Center.The Diocese of Pittsburgh is sponsoring "An Empty Nest Marriage Enrichment Program at the church. The eight-session series will begin Friday and continue bi-weekly until May 23. A $25 donation per couple will cover the cost of materials. For more information or to register, call 724-687-0575.The Guatemala Mission Group is sponsoring a full breakfast buffet on Sunday after the 8 and 10 a.m. Masses. A free-will offering will be accepted and proceeds go to help support the orphanage in Patzun, Guatemala.There will be free blood pressure screening after the 8 a.m. Sunday Mass.The Ladies Group will meet at 7 p.m. Monday. Maura McDowell will discuss Magnificat, a ministry to Catholic women.Eucharistic Adoration will be held from 7:45 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday.

SUMMIT U.P.A men's breakfast will be held at 8 a.m. Saturday in the fellowship hall at Summit Presbyterian Church, 181 Caldwell Drive, Jefferson Township.The One Great Hour of Sharing campaign will begin Sunday.The church office will be closed Monday for Presidents' Day.

Trinity LutheranThe celebration of the Lord's Supper will be observed at all weekend services at Trinity Lutheran Church, 120 Sunset Drive, Center Township.The Women Quilters and Sewers will meet at 9 a.m. Feb. 22 at the church to work on quilts.A Lenten adult study will begin during the Sunday school hour this week and continue through March 9. The study will focus on Jesus' response to the disciples' request "Lord teach us to pray." The class will meet in fellowship hall.Reservations are due now for the wild game dinner to be held at 5 p.m. Feb. 24. For reservations, call the office at 724-287-1977.An organizational meeting for the 2008 Katie's Garden Season will be held at 7 p.m. Feb. 21.

Trinity PresbyVolunteers from Trinity Presbyterian Church, 107 Staley Ave., Butler Township, will serve the community meal from 5 to 6 Wednesday at Saint Andrews United Presbyterian Church.Order forms for Easter flowers are available and are due March 3. Orders can be placed in the offering plate or should be given to Jen Hepfl. Checks should be made payable to the Board of Deacons.The youth are encouraged to sign up for the Gateway Clipper boat trip sponsored by the Beaver-Butler Presbytery on April 27. Cost is $15.

VALENCIA PRESBYValencia Presbyterian Church, 80 Sterrett St., is inviting area youth to participate in the World Vision 30-Hour Famine to be observed Feb. 22 and 23. Monetary donations for the event and nonperishable food items are being collected.For information, contact the church office at 724-625-2002 or visit www.valenciapresbyterian.com.

Zion LutheranMembers of the Parish Council at Zion Lutheran Church, Zion Church Road, Concord Township, will meet with council members from Springdale Lutheran Church at 7 p.m. Monday at the Springdale church.

ZION U.M.The United Methodist Women of Zion United Methodist Church, Bear Creek Road, Sarver, will host its 9:30 a.m. Tuesday meeting in fellowship hall. Members will prepare cupcakes for Meals on Wheels.Informational sessions have been planned for church members who would like to volunteer at Life Choices' Sarver or Kittanning offices. To register for the 7 to 9 p.m. session Feb. 29 in Sarver, call 724-353-2828. To attend the 9 to 11 a.m. session March 1 in Kittanning, call 724-545-2824.Volunteers in Mission will host a trip to Dulac, La., Wednesday through March 8. Volunteers of all skill levels are needed for construction, clean-up and cooking. For details, contact Amy Shick.