Butler Church of the Nazarene meets at 4410 Oakdale Road and Route 68,

Laser tag and bowling for the men and boys night out is from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Family Bowlaway.

Stephen ministries will begin by having a retreat Friday and Saturday. For information, call the church office at 724-482-4116.

Christ Community U.M.Christ Community United Methodist Church will have a potluck lunch at noon Sunday in Oz Hall, 205 N. Duffy Road. Take a dish to share and table service.Trustees will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday.To register for the chili cook-off, contact Cherie Loomis at 724-285-6715.January food cupboard items are tuna, noodles and cereal.

Christ's OutreachCraft Projects Day will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at Christ's Outreach Church, 120 Walker Ave., including knitting classes.Mary Ann Calderone will provide music at Sunday services.Walking in The Word class resumes Tuesday.Those interested in becoming a volunteer for Samaritan's Purse contact Walt and Kathy Kloock.

Community Life ChurchCommunity Life Church holds service at McQuistion Elementary SchoolThe 21-day Daniel Fast concludes Sunday.

Dutilh U.M.Dutilh United Methodist Church has two campuses at 1270 Dutilh Road, Cranberry Township and 525 Pittsburgh St., Mars.Youth interested in going to the International Youth Convention in July in Denver should contact youth director Matt McCarrier by Sunday.The youth service project will be Saturday. Meet at the Cranberry campus at 9 a.m. Contact Matt for more information.

First BaptistFirst Baptist Church meets at 221 W. New Castle St.The Berean's soup and salad social will be at 5 p.m. Friday at the Baptist Youth Center and will include a devotional and games.

First English LutheranThe council retreat will be from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at First English Lutheran Church, 241 N. Main St.Holy Communion will be served at both services Sunday.The annual adults vs. kids Bible trivia challenge will be at 9:45 a.m. Sunday in the social room.There will be the annual congregational meeting following the 11 a.m. service.The junior youth skating party will be Sunday afternoon.

Glade Run U.P.A new season of Upward Basketball will begin at Glade Run United Presbyterian Church, 1091 Pittsburgh Road, Valencia.Games take place each Saturday through Feb. 25 in the Glade Run Gymnasium.Proceeds from the concession stand will benefit youth summer trips.Sign-ups for the Upward Flag Football league have begun.Registration forms can be picked up at the office or at the church website, www.gladerunchurch.org.GraceWay CommunityAndre Parker and MaryAnn Mahan will provide the music for worship Sunday at Graceway Community Church, Center Township Elementary School, Mercer Road.

Grace @ Calvary LutheranGrace @ Calvary Lutheran Church meets at 123 E. Diamond St.The monthly soup and sandwich luncheon will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 26. Carryouts are available.There will be a girls night out at Lyndora Hotel at 5:30 p.m. Jan. 26.

Harmony-Zelienople U.M.C.John Pritikin will speak during services Sunday at Harmony-Zelienople United Methodist Church.Pritikin travels across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East and Asia using his own story to positively and effectively challenge folks of all ages to address the widespread issues of bullying, poor self-image and overcoming personal obstacles.

Hill U.P.Sunday school resumes this week at Hill United Presbyterian Church, 501 Second St.Donations of hygiene items, washcloths, face towels and school supplies are some of the requested items for the Presbyterian Women's winter retreat mission project.Contact Bea Welch or Marian Bell for more information.Community dinner cake donations should be left in the church kitchen.

Meridian U.P.The quilting group of Meridian United Presbyterian Church, 4150 Highland Ave., Butler, will meet at 1 p.m. Tuesday.The stewardship/personnel committee will meet at 10 a.m. Wednesday.

New Life Christian MinistriesCovenanting disciples have the opportunity to renew their commitment to the New Life Discipleship Covenant Sunday at New Life Christian Ministries, Knoch Primary School, 328 Knoch Road, Saxonburg.Ice cream for breakfast will be held from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. Ice cream and toppings will be available.Persons interested in helping to prepare and serve a meal to the guests at the East Liberty Food Kitchen on Saturday can contact Rich McCarthy at 724-766-9047 for car pool and other details.

North Main St. Church of GodNorth Main Street Church of God meets at 1201 N. Main St. Extension.Youth winter camp for junior and senior high students will be Jan. 27 and 28 at Whitehall Camp and Conference Center, Emlenton.

Old Union PresbyterianThe youth group with adults from Old Union Presbyterian Church, 200 Union Church Road, Mars, will prepare a meal to share with PRISM international students in Oakland Sunday.Afterward the group will go to Laser Storm. Speak to Peter to participate.Old Union will host a Presbytery meeting Jan. 28. Lunch is included. Sign up at church to help with registration or parking.Sign up at church to provide desserts for Meals on Wheels.

Saxonburg Memorial PresbyThe 9 a.m. church service Sunday at Saxonburg Memorial Presbyterian Church, 100 E. Main St., Saxonburg, is canceled due to the Family Retreat.Newsletter and church offering envelopes have been mailed. Those who have not received mailings should contact the church office.

St. Luke's LutheranSt Luke's Lutheran Church's Domestic Disaster Relief Ministry will hold a spaghetti dinner Friday at Centennial Hall, Main and State streets, Saxonburg.Proceeds will benefit those suffering in disaster areas. Takeout dinners will be available.The senior high youth will celebrate breakfast and the Word at 9:30 a.m. Sunday.A Baptismal celebration for families and children from birth to age 4 will begin at noon Sunday.Take baptismal candles and a dish to share. RSVP to the office.Community Quiet Time is from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday in the sanctuary.Reservations are due for Youth Quake 2012. Contact the office for details.

St. John's U.C.C.Adult handbell choir will practice after the 10 a.m. worship service Sunday at St. John's United Church of Christ, 501 E. Main St., Evans City.

St. John's LutheranSt. John's Lutheran Church meets at 100 Main St., Connoquenessing.The January Cause of the Month is the Connoquenessing Meals on Wheels Program.

St. Mark's Evangelical LutheranAt St. Mark's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 201 W. Jefferson St., the confirmation class will be from 4:30 to 6 p.m. and the junior youth group from 6 to 8 p.m. in Schramm Hall.There is still time for youth ages 7 to 13 to join the youth choir, which meets at 5:15 p.m. Wednesdays. For more information, contact Karen Krenitsky or Ralph Christy Jr.Tickets are available in the church office for the Meals on Wheels chicken and biscuit dinner from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday in fellowship hall.The Sunday school board meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 26.

Trinity LutheranWorship will begin at 7 p.m. Saturday, preceded by a farewell potluck meal for pastor Tom Pierotti at 5 p.m. in the fellowship hall at Trinity Lutheran Church, 120 Sunset Drive, Center Township.

Westminster PresbyWestminster Presbyterian Church in America meets at 420 N. Main St.Share Your Faith workshop will begin from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Friday and continue from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday. Call the church office to register.Agents In Motion will run from 7 to 8:30 p.m. every Friday through Feb. 24.It is for children age 3 through fifth grade. Register by calling Jocelyn Richardson at the church. Contact person is Denise Monday.The Dominican Republic team will meet at 4 p.m. Sunday in Room 209.

Zion U.M.Zion United Methodist Church meets at 438 Bear Creek Road, Sarver.Senior high youth are to begin the 30-Hour Famine at noon Friday and meet at the church at 7 p.m.Junior high youth will meet at the church at 8:45 a.m. Saturday for the Zion in Motion driving for food mission.Contact Patty Burdett for information.The Red Cross baby-sitting course will be held at 5:30 p.m. Saturday.Kids choir will meet at 5 p.m. Sunday.