Religious Roundup
Chrisann Green will present special music Sunday at Butler Church of the Nazarene, 4410 Oakdale Road and Route 68. Sunday will be children's day, and all children will be recognized.
The men's ministry will meet at 8 a.m. Saturday at Panera Bread on New Castle Road.
A teen car wash will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the church.
Chapel on the Hill Assembly of GodChapel on the Hill Assembly of God Church, Route 208, Emlenton, will host a Kid Encounter park day from 9 a.m. to noon June 11 at Eau Claire Community Park. The event will include games, prizes, crafts, face painting and skits. For information, call the church at 724-867-9325.
Christ's Outreach Christ's Outreach Church, 120 Walker Ave., will hold a family and fellowship hour at 9:30 a.m. Sunday instead of Sunday school.New members will be welcomed into the church Sunday.Prime Timers will meet for lunch at 11:30 a.m. June 11 at the Old Country Buffet.
Community Life Community Life Church holds service Sundays at McQuistion Elementary School.The church is collecting pasta and sauce this month for the St. Vincent DePaul food cupboard.For information, contact the church office at 724-287-3303, clcbutler@zoominternet.net or www.clcbutler.org.
Covenant PresbyterianCovenant Presbyterian Church, 230 E. Jefferson St., will begin its summer worship schedule Sunday with worship at 10 a.m. Children's church will be held at 9:45 a.m., and fellowship hour will be held at 11:05 a.m. This schedule will continue until Sept. 13.Darla Peterson will provide special music Sunday. She will be accompanied by Larry Morrison on the recorder.
Fellowship BaptistFellowship Baptist Church, 3727 Oneida Valley Road, Emlenton, will promote children and teens entering first, third, fifth and seventh grade into new Sunday school classes Sunday.The teens will attend the Powerhouse youth rally Saturday at the Mount Chestnut Retreat Center. Teens will leave the church at 10 a.m. and return at about 7:30 p.m.Ladies Bible study will be held at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. Refreshments will be served.
First BaptistFirst Baptist Church, 221 W. New Castle St., will be among congregations represented in a paintball event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Slippery Rock Baptist Camp, 130 Elliott Lane, Worth Township. The entry fee will cover 100 paintballs, gun rental, refills and lunch. The event is open to teens and adults from all churches affiliated with the Association of Independent Baptist Churches of Western Pennsylvania.Members of other AIBCWP churches are invited to participate in a workweek at the camp Monday through June 12 to prepare the facility for the summer camping season. Work schedules will vary. Meals will be provided, and lodging is available.
First Baptist of Evans CityFirst Baptist Church of Evans City, 242 S. Washington St., Evans City, will observe the Lord's Supper on Sunday.
First Presbyterian of BakerstownFirst Presbyterian Church of Bakerstown, 5825 Heckert Road, Bakerstown, will hold a four-week discussion of "The Shack" starting at 10 a.m. Sundays, this Sunday through June 28, in the Westminster Room. Pastors Dan Muttart and Beverly James will lead the discussion.For information, call 724-443-1555 or visit www.fpcb.org.
First English LutheranChurch services with Holy Communion will be held Sunday at First English Lutheran Church, 241 N. Main St.Bible study will be held at 11 a.m. June 11.
Glade Run U.P.Communion will be celebrated at both Sunday services at Glade Run United Presbyterian Church, 1091 Pittsburgh Road, Valencia.The deacons will meet at 7 p.m. Monday.The session will meet at 6:40 p.m. Tuesday.The senior high youth will travel to Cherokee, N.C., the week of June 13. To sign up, contact Gloria Dillner at 724-898-1016.The Preschool Place has openings for the 2009-10 school term. Children must be 3 by Sept. 1. Call the preschool at 724-898-1602 for information.The prayer gatherings normally held the third Sunday of the month will not take place during the summer.
Grace @ Calvary LutheranGrace @ Calvary Lutheran Church, 123 E. Diamond St., will hold a property work day at 9 a.m. Saturday at the church.Grace-Full needles will meet at 1 p.m. Saturday at the church.Angel Food Ministry order days will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday and June 11 at the church.A brown bag dinner will be held at 6:15 p.m. Tuesday at the church for committee members. The finance committee will meet at 6:30 p.m., and other committees will meet at 7 p.m.
GracewayLyric Ackelson, Andre Parker, Patty Miller and Joyce Moore will provide special music Sunday at GraceWay Community Church. The church meets at Center Township Elementary School.The church will honor graduates Sunday. For information, call 724-290-7007.The adult Bible study group will begin a new study in Revelation, titled "The Last Great Battle," at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at King's Restaurant on New Castle Road.The steering committee will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday at Panera Bread on New Castle Road.
Hill U.P.Hill United Presbyterian Church, 501 Second St., will celebrate the Lord's Supper on Sunday.Summer Sunday school for adults will begin at 9:15 a.m. Sunday. The Rev. Clark Sawyer will teach on "Where is God when Disaster Strikes?" Child care for ages 3 and under will be available beginning at 9 a.m.The Hill Youth Chorale will leave at 8 a.m. Friday for a mission trip to Ohio.The Hill Quilters group will meet at 1:30 p.m. Friday in the fellowship hall.The Deacons' picnic will be held 6 p.m. Tuesday at Lynda Lavorini's home.God's Girls small group ministry will meet at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at Kathy Sawyer's house. Those participating should take a Bible and their baby picture.God's Guys will travel to Eracers with Pastor Sawyer.
Meridian U.P.On Sunday, Meridian United Presbyterian Church, 4150 Highland Ave., will begin its summer worship schedule at 10 a.m. The men's chorus will sing Sunday.
Mt. Chestnut PresbyMt. Chestnut Presbyterian Church, 727 Old West 422, will serve Holy Communion at both Sunday services. Graduates also will be recognized.The church will hold a memorial service at 11 a.m. Wednesday to honor Pastor Jeff Curtis' father, Orman Curtis.
New Life Christian MinistriesThe Rev. Chris Marshall will continue the Lord's Prayer series Sunday in an outdoor service at New Life Christian Ministries, 127 Knoch Road, Saxonburg. Information is available at www.NewLifeXn.org or by contacting New Life at 724-256-0851.The Lord's Supper and the sacrament of believer's baptism will be celebrated Sunday.A picnic will be held after the service Sunday. The mission team will provide the food. Donations will be accepted for the team's mission projects.The elders council will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Fecich family's home in Saxonburg.The ministry staff will not meet June 11.The mission team will hold a flea market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Blue Bird Bus lot on Route 8, Valencia. For information, contact Lisa Suppo at 724-449-4339 or suppo@zoominternet.net.The team also will provide water, popcorn, face painting and balloon characters at the Saxonburg Fireman's Parade, 6:30 p.m. June 11.
Nixon U.M.Nixon United Methodist Church, 334 Airport Road, will begin its summer schedule with Sunday services at 8:30 and 10 a.m. Holy Communion will be celebrated, and school bags for Annual Conference Missions will be consecrated. Donna Rice will provide special music at the 10 a.m. service.A meeting for those involved in VBS will follow the morning worship service.A Sunday school class for adults will be held at 7 p.m. Sunday.
North Main Street Church of GodNorth Main Street Church of God, 1201 N. Main St. Ext., will hold a church softball game at 6:15 p.m. today and Wednesday at Prospect Fields.A graduation party will be held at 6 p.m. Friday at the Haven.Another graduation party will be held at 10:30 a.m. Sunday.The Penn Christian Academy board will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday in the conference room.Wednesday will mark the last night for Wednesday night programs until fall.The stewardship committee will meet at 8:15 p.m. Wednesday in the conference room.The 60 Plus or Minus group will hold a tureen lunch and auction at noon June 11.The board of directors will meet at 7 p.m. June 11.
Oak Hills ChristianOak Hills Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), will begin its summer worship schedule Sunday with Sunday school at 9 a.m. followed by worship at 10 a.m. The church is at the corner of Old Plank and Township Line roads.
Old Union PresbyThe fundraising committee of Old Union Presbyterian Church, 200 Union Church Road, Mars, will meet after worship this week.Information on vacation Bible school is available in the church lobby.
Saint Andrew's U.P.Saint Andrew's United Presbyterian Church, 201 E. Jefferson St., will hold an old-fashioned backyard carnival from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday at the Grossman's home, 118 Alameda Road. The event will include games, prizes, food and a Chinese auction. To volunteer, call Dawn Grossman to volunteer. Proceeds will benefit the church's general fund.Sign-ups are available for the Blue Sox game and Christian concert to be held June 14. Sign up by contacting the church office or Dave White.Dinner with Friends will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday at Hickory Woods Restaurant. R.S.V.P. to Barb Gallagher by today.The church will provide wheelchair escorts for veterans each Sunday in June at VA Butler Healthcare. To volunteer, please contact Thalia McGrady.Because the Chancel Choir will not sing during the summer, the church is seeking volunteers to provide special music. Those interested in performing should contact Deanna Golden or sign up on the bulletin board in the choir room.
Saxonburg Memorial PresbyterianSaxonburg Memorial Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Main St., Saxonburg, is seeking volunteers for Kids Zone during the 10:30 a.m. service on Sundays and for the nursery. To volunteer, call Molly at 724-353-1529.A church softball team is being organized. For information, call Andy at 724-352-2834.Anyone wishing to contribute to the flagpole fund should donate by Sunday.The Cover the Ark campaign was extended to the end of June.
St. John's ReformedOn Sunday, St. John's Reformed Church, Route 68 at Meridian Road, will begin summer worship hours with Sunday school at 9 a.m. followed by the worship service at 10 a.m.Graduates will be recognized at the 10 a.m. Sunday service.
St. John's U.C.C.St. John's United Church of Christ, 501 E. Main St., Evans City, will recognize graduates during the blended service Sunday. A graduation brunch will be served following the service.Camp Edga Sunday school will meet concurrently with the 9:30 a.m. worship service.
St. Mark's Evangelical LutheranSt. Mark's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 201 W. Jefferson St., will celebrate Holy Communion at both services Sunday. This weekend is mission weekend.Confirmation practice will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday followed by a dinner in Schramm Hall.The Rite of Confirmation will be celebrated on the Festival of the Holy Trinity Sunday.Blood pressure screening will be provided from 9:30 to 9:45 a.m. Sunday in the basement.The youth group will meet at 6 p.m. Sunday in Schramm Hall.Three T will meet at 9:30 a.m. Monday.The softball team will play at 6:15 p.m. Monday against Westminster on field 1 and at 6:15 p.m. Wednesday against North Main on field 1.Baked goods for Meals on Wheels are due Saturday or Sunday in the fellowship kitchen. Items should be packaged for frozen.The church is seeking usher volunteers for Sunday morning services. Contact Don Domhoff at 724-798-2430 or the church office at 724-287-6741 to sign up.The prayer shawl ministry will meet Wednesday in the lounge.
St. Peter's Episcopal St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 218 E. Jefferson St., will begin its summer schedule Sunday with services at 8:15 and 9:30 a.m.The Episcopal Church women's picnic will be held June 11 at Elaine Read's home. Call Read for information.
Summit PresbyterianSummit Presbyterian Church asks all those interested in decorating for vacation Bible school to meet at 6:30 p.m. today, Tuesday and Wednesday at the Christian Community Outreach building, 650 Saxonburg Road.All widows are invited to the widows' luncheon at noon Friday at the Fieldhouse Restaurant, Route 356. Those who need a ride should call the churchCommunion will be served Sunday.A VBS training session will be held at 10:45 a.m. Sunday. Call Carol at the church for information.The deacons will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, and the Session will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday.The church is at the corner of Saxonburg Road and Caldwell Drive, a few miles south of Butler. For information, call the church office at 724-287-2378.
Trinity LutheranTrinity Lutheran Church, 120 Sunset Drive, Center Township, will hold Trinity weekend Saturday and Sunday. The Rev. Dutch Weber will preach at all services.The men's ministry breakfast will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday at the church.Those interested in providing special music for the summer should sign up on the bulletin board in the narthex.Juice cans (32 ounces) are needed for flower deliveries. They should be left in the church kitchen.The youth group will hold a summer bonfire from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. Sunday at the church.
Trinity PresbyTrinity Presbyterian Church, 107 Staley Ave., Butler Township, will begin its summer worship schedule at 10 a.m. Sunday. The Sacrament of the Lord's Supper will be celebrated, and the Coventri Choir will provide special music.Trinity fellowship will meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday at Davison's Restaurant. A sign-up sheet is on the table in the narthex.The youth group will not meet regularly this summer. Special activities will be held.Cereal is needed in June for the Covenant Food Cupboard. Donations should be placed in the hallway near the narthex.
Zion U.M.Zion United Methodist Church, 438 Bear Creek Road, Sarver, is seeking volunteers to help set up for the Young Life yard sale. Volunteers should call Pat Gray. Donations of gently used items also are being accepted and can be dropped off at the Young Life House, 6003 Freeport Road, Freeport. For directions, call 724-295-2155.Those interested in providing special music this summer should sign up in the narthex. For information, contact Davlin Smith.
