Religious Roundup
Butler Church of the Nazarene, 4410 Oakdale Road and Route 68, will participate in Caravan Roundup, a camping experience, from May 30 to June 1 at the district center. For more information, call the church at 724-482-4116.
Christ Community U.M.Holy Communion will be observed at both worship services Sunday at Christ Community United Methodist Church, 205 N. Duffy Road.There will be a potluck luncheon Sunday after the traditional service. Take a dish and/or dessert to share. Drinks will be provided.Donations of old and new shoes for the homeless and those affected by disability in Western Pennsylvania are being collected for the United Methodist Church Western Conference. Put donated items in the container in the narthex.
Christ’s OutreachThe Lifetree Café of Christ’s Outreach Church, 120 Walker Ave., will show and discuss “Living a Rich Life — Finding meaning and purpose” today at 7 p.m.The worship team will provide special music for the Sunday service.The Bible study “Characters of the Bible” will be at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday.The food pantry needs canned juices, iced tea and lemonade. Those in need may call the church office for confidential assistance.
Community Life ChurchCommunion will be observed Sunday at Community Life Church at McQuistion Elementary School.The seven-week DVD study “7 Pillars of Health” by Don Colbert will continue at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the YWCA. Pastor Mamie Ogle will lead the discussion. For more information, contact the church office.For information about Hit the Streets Team, contact Kevin Riordan.There will be CLC softball games this weekend at 2:30 p.m. and 3:45 p.m. Sunday.
Covenant PresbyterianThe Slippery Rock High School Chamber Singers will sing during the Sunday worship service at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 230 E. Jefferson St. The fellowship and worship committees will sponsor the annual apportionment brunch after the service. Funds raised will be forwarded for the use of the general assembly, the synod and the presbytery.The worship and music committee will sponsor a movie night with “Have A Little Faith,” based on the book by Mitch Albom, at 4:30 p.m. Saturday. Take a side dish for the potluck.
Faith Fellowship AllianceThere will be a spaghetti dinner from 5 to 7 p.m. June 5 at Faith Fellowship Alliance Church, 200 Fared Drive. The dinner will benefit Bike MS: Escape to the Lake.
Faith LutheranFaith Lutheran Church, 241 Freeport Road, will show Dr. Paul Maier’s “How We Got the Bible” at 2 p.m. Saturday.
Faith United PresbyterianThe Sunday worship service will be led by elder Ron McKissick in the absence of the pastor.The board of deacons will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday.The Rev. All will resume his duties Wednesday.
First BaptistFirst Baptist Christian School of First Baptist Church, 221 W. New Castle St., will have senior graduation ceremony at 7 p.m. today. The last day of school for all students is Monday.The church will have an 8:30 a.m. Sunday breakfast followed by a 9 a.m. prayer service. Sunday school and morning worship will follow.The church will have a work week beginning Monday and continuing through June 6 at Slippery Rock Baptist Camp, 130 Elliott Lane, Worth Township. Lodging is available and meals will be provided.
Glade Run United PresbyterianGlade Run United Presbyterian Church, 1091 Pittsburgh Road, Valencia, will host a blood drive from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday.Communion will be served at both Sunday services. The 2014 confirmation class will meet with session.
Grace @ Calvary LutheranPastor Beverly Banyay will lead the Sunday service at Grace @ Calvary Lutheran Church, 123 E. Diamond St., Butler.There will be a Relay For Life meeting at 6:30 p.m. Monday. T-shirts will be distributed and the group will make luminarias.Sisters In Christ will meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday at Trinity Lutheran Church. Take a dish to share for dinner.
GracewayGraceway meets for Sunday worship at Center Township Elementary School on Mercer Road.Lyric Ackelson will provide the special music Sunday.The youth group will meet Saturday at the Taylor residence. For details, call Jenny.
Hill United PresbyterianThe Lord’s Supper will be celebrated Sunday at Hill United Presbyterian Church, 501 Second St. Graduating seniors also will be recognized.
Meridian United PresbyterianHoly Communion will be observed at the Sunday worship service at Meridian United Presbyterian Church, 4150 Highland Ave. The trustees will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday.The Sarah Elizabeth Circle will meet at 1 p.m. June 5 in Room 15 of the educational building.
Old Union PresbyterianSummer worship at Old Union Presbyterian Church, 200 Union Church Road, Mars, will be in the sanctuary Sunday and June 8. It will be in the outdoor pavilion on June 15, 22 and 29, weather permitting.
Saint Andrews United PresbyterianSaint Andrews United Presbyterian Church, 201 East Jefferson St., will hold its Swing into Summer celebration from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday at the Odd Fellows Shelter at Alameda Park. The Tom Walker Family and Allegheny Brass Band will be featured, along with games, prizes, food and more. To help with this community-wide event, contact Dawn Grossman. In case of rain, the event will be at the church.
St. John’s LutheranSt. John’s Lutheran Church on Main Street in Connoquenessing will celebrate Holy Communion during the 10:30 a.m. Sunday worship service. Note the new summer worship start time.The June cause of the month will be the Butler County Emergency Relief Initiative.Deb Morgan is collecting cases of bottled water for the Salvation Army and for the homeless veterans shelter.
St. Luke’s LutheranSt. Luke’s Lutheran Church 310 W. Main St., Saxonburg, will have special blessings for high school and college graduates, teachers and others involved in education Sunday. Holy Communion will be shared at both services.Fellowship for Christian Stewardship will hold a “Word in the Workplace” class at 9:30 a.m. Sunday for grades 9 to 12. This class fulfills the FCS business leadership and work ethic module.Sunday school will conclude Sunday.Elmcroft Ministry Team, with the Senior Stars/55+ group, will hold worship at Elmcroft at 2 p.m. Sunday
St. Mark’s Evangelical LutheranThis is music appreciation weekend at St. Mark’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, 201 W. Jefferson St.The church also will receive new members Sunday. There will be a reception in the chapel following the 10:15 a.m. worship service.Holy Communion will be served at all services during the weekend.The Sunday school department will have an end-of-year picnic in the courtyard Sunday. The Sunday school will take a summer break until Sept. 7.
Summit PresbyterianThere will be Communion Sunday at Summit Presbyterian Church, 181 Caldwell Drive.Youth group members will meet at 6 p.m. with their parents for Waterwars and a bonfire.For information about vacation Bible school, call the church office at 724-287-2378.
Trinity LutheranThe pastor’s class on human sexuality will be at 8:30 a.m. Sunday at Trinity Lutheran Church, 120 Sunset Drive, Center Township.Confirmation will be at the 10 a.m. service Sunday with a reception afterward.There will be an outreach ministry meeting after the 10 a.m. service Sunday.The gathering will be at 6 p.m. Monday.Health and wellness will meet at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the church. Christian education will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday.Lutheran sisters will meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Take a dish to share.
