The teens will present the special music for the 10:45 a.m. Sunday worship service at Butler Church of the Nazarene, 4410 Oakdale Road and Route 68.

The Sunday evening service will be at 6 p.m.

The Caravan program and teens activities will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday.

The prayer meeting will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday.

The seniors are planning a trip to the Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium on Oct. 9. For information contact Darlene Johns at 724-538-9342 or the church office at 724-482-4116.

Christ Community U.M.Christ Community United Methodist Church, 205 N. Duffy Road, has worship at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, contemporary worship at 9 a.m. Sunday, power hour from 10 to 11 a.m., and traditional worship at 11 a.m.Preschool registration at Super Sprouts is being taken. For information, call Sandy at 724-504-0436.Volunteers are needed for the handbell choir. For information, call Marilyn Stephenson at 724-287-7938.Men's fellowship is at 6:30 a.m. Wednesday at Panera Bread,Quilter's will meet at 9 a.m. Wednesday.Chancel choir practice is Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.Contemporary's Sojourner's practice is at 6:30 p.m. Thursday.Prayer Shawl meets at 6:30 p.m. Thursday.Octoberfest is 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday with the Christian band Third From First. Call the church office for tickets at 724-287-4462.In the remembrance of St. Francis of Assisi's love of all creatures, there will be a blessing of animals on the church lawn at 4 p.m. Oct. 4.Youth will meet at 6 p.m. Sunday.Plans are being made for a mission trip Dec. 6 to 12 to Vancleave, Miss., to work on Katrina-damaged homes. For information, see Steve Fedosick or call 724-283-8927.Volunteers are needed to check blood pressure on the second Sunday of each month. To help, call Pam Wilson at 724-282-8429.Bulbs and plants are needed for the Memory Garden. Monetary donations will also be accepted. See or call Leila McDowell at 724-285-3760A workshop on poverty, hunger, and the needs of children will be held Oct. 10 with Jim Winkler, UM general secretary of the General Board of Church and Society. For information call 724-244-1841.Prayer concerns may be called in to the church office at 724-287-4462.We have paper recycle containers for the community in the church parking lot.

Community Life ChurchCommunity Life Church holds service at 10:15 a.m. every Sunday at McQuistion Elementary School. There are children's ministry classrooms for ages birth to 6th grade.The "Rethinking Thinking" series concludes Sunday with part 4, "Brain Wash." Listen to parts 1 through 3 at www.clcbutler.org). The new four-part series "Vintage Harvest" begins Oct. 11."Breaking Intimidation" adult small groups and the Journey Mission Elementary small group both meet weekly. Call your group leader if you have to miss a week.The weekly prayer meeting is from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at 440 W. Pearl Street.CLC is collecting pasta and sauce in October for the St. Vincent DePaul food cupboard.October is Pastoral Appreciation Month. Cards are available at the resource table.Begin to collect empty shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child. The final collection date is Nov. 22.The next youth group meeting is from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Oct. 15 at Pastor Ben's house.The Paint Your Own Pottery ladies event will start at 11 a.m. Oct. 24. Sign up in advance at the info hub. Discounts apply for groups of eight or more. Carpooling will be available.Communion will be served Oct. 25."Breaking Intimidation" adult small groups are meeting weekly. Call your group leader if you have to miss a week.The Journey Mission Elementary Small Group will be canceled Oct. 7 but resume at 7 p.m. Oct. 14 at Pastor Ben's house.

Connoquenessing U.M.C.U.M.C. will celebrate the 150th anniversary Oct. 18.Morning worship will begin at 11 a.m. with Bishop Thomas Bickerton.Lunch will be served at 1 p.m. An offering will be taken to help defray the cost of the meal.The afternoon service will begin at 2:30 p.m. This will be an informal homecoming and hymn sing. A cookie reception will follow the afternoon service.All members, former members and community residents are invited to come and celebrate this special occasion with us.Reservations for lunch are required by Oct. 11. Call 724-789-7302 or e-mail tcarr1@ zoominternet.net.

Covenant PresbyThe Sacrament of the Lord's Supper will be celebrated during the 11 a.m. Sunday worship service at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 230 E. Jefferson St.The Rev. Dr. William A. Jamieson will be the guest preacher at the worship service.The annual Peacemaking Offering will be received at the 11 a.m. Sunday worship service.Dr. Steven Tuell, associate professor of Old Testament at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, will lead the Seekers class on Sunday. He will speak on "In the Beginning: What Genesis Says and What It Doesn't Say."A blessing of the pets service will be held on the front lawn of Covenant Church at 2 p.m. Sunday. Nancy Jo Moorhead will lead the service. Snacks and treats for people and pets will follow. The service is free and open to community pet owners.

Faith United PresbyFaith United Presbyterian Church, 1329 N. Main Street Ext., will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the church this weekend. A potluck dinner will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday. Guest speakers, videos and other memorabilia will be featured.The service at 10:30 a.m. Sunday will feature special music. All members, former members and visitors are invited to attend this special weekend celebration.

Fenelton U.M.Fenelton United Methodist Church, 810 Clearfield Road, Fenelton, will celebrate 100 years with a service at 10 a.m. Sunday at the church. The Craigsville and McKee Chapel also will have services at 10 a.m. with Fenelton United Methodist Church. A luncheon will follow at the Happy Hunters Sportsmen's Club, Fenelton-Chicora Road, Fenelton. Meats and drinks will be provided. Bring a dish to share. Everyone is welcome.

First BaptistLadies from First Baptist Church, 221 W. New Castle St., and their guests are invited to a 7 p.m. Bible study today at Debbie Broad's home.Men of First Baptist Church are invited to attend the men's fall retreat this weekend at Slippery Rock Baptist Camp, 130 Elliott Lane, Worth Township. The retreat begins with registration at 5:30 p.m. Friday and ends at 2:30 p.m. Saturday. Dr. Marty Von will be speaking on "God's Transforming Mercy." Call 724-287-7241 with any questions.A paintball day for teens and adults will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Slippery Rock Baptist Camp.Dr. Marty Von will be the guest speaker at the 10:55 a.m. service Sunday. Troy Manning from Bibles International will be speaking at the 6 p.m. service.First Baptist Church's women's missionary fellowship will meet at 9:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Baptist Youth Center. This year's theme is Women of the Bible.

First English LutheranThe senior youth group of First English Lutheran Church, 241 N. Main St., will meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. today and Oct. 8 at the church.The Women of First English, both young and old, are invited to an informal study group, which will meet for a pot luck supper at 6:30 p.m. today. Informal study will follow from 7 to 8 p.m.Church services with holy communion will be held at the 8:30 and 11 a.m. Sunday services.Church school for all will be held at 9:45 a.m. Sunday.Bible study will begin at 7 p.m. Wednesday.A sign-up sheet for the Oct. 10 glass blowing adventure is in the social room. They will leave the church at 11:15 a.m.

First U.M.First United Methodist Church, 200 E. North St., will hold a free employment workshop from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 5 to 7. Speakers and field trips will be part of the event. Take a lunch. Enrollment is limited. Call the church office to register.

Glade Run U.P.Glade Run United Presbyterian Church, 1091 Pittsburgh Road, Valencia, offers a traditional service at 8:45 and a contemporary service at 11 a.m. The Rev. Greg Wiest's message will be "Jesus and Buddhism." World communion will be observed at both services.The Thursday morning men's Bible study will host a men's breakfast from 7 to 9 a.m. at the church. Pancakes and sausage will be served. All men are invited; there is no charge.The worship planning committee will meet at 7 p.m. Monday. The evangelism committee will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday. The Women's Discovery group will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday.The Wednesday after-school program (ROCK) is being redesigned. The program will begin Oct. 7. Call the church office at 724- 898-1016 for more information.The Central Blood Bank will hold a blood drive at Glade Run from 1 to 6:30 p.m. Oct. 15 in the Fellowship Hall.Registration is open for Upward Basketball. Register online at www.gladerunchurch.com or stop in the office for a form.

Grace @ Calvary LutheranGrace @ Calvary Lutheran Church, 123 E. Diamond St., will host a family game night at 6 p.m. Friday.Grace Full needles will meet at 1 p.m. Saturday at the church.Pac Min will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the church. At that time, the fellowship committee will meet in the women's lounge at church.Food order days for Angel Food Ministry are 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday at the church.Bells will practice at 6 p.m. Wednesday.The youth group Pizza Hut fundraiser will be from noon to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Pizza Hut on Cunningham St.The youth group hangout/Bible study/worship practice will be at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday. Bring money for dinner.

GracewayMaryAnn Mahan and Ruth Ferko will provide special music and Annette Koch will present a special time with Children's Church at GraceWay Community Church's 10 a.m. Sunday worship service.GraceWay meets at Center Township Elementary School. Coffee, tea and doughnuts are served at 9:30 a.m.The Rev. James Cossin, director of the Seneca Hills Campground, will be the special guest speaker Sunday.There will be no adult Bible study on Wednesday. The Bible study will resume at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 14 at King's Family Restaurant on New Castle Road. Information is available at 724-290-7007.

Hill U.P.Worldwide Communion will be celebrated at weekend services of Hill United Presbyterian Church, 501 Second Street, Butler. The chancel choir will sing at the Sunday service.The Peacemaking Offering will be received this week. The local portion of the offering will benefit the American Legion Riders, a ministry for homeless veterans.The adult Sunday school class will begin a four week study on "The Power of Forgiveness". Marsh Miller and Laraine McCrea will lead the discussion.Kids' Club for ages 3 through grade 4 will be from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday. Music, Bible study and a meal will be provided. A meal donation of $2 is requested. Contact Kathy Sawyer, director of children's ministries for information and to register.Donations of fruit and veggie trays, cookies, and drink boxes are also needed for the Kids' Club program. Use the sign-up sheet posted opposite the church library to donate items.Covenant Cupboard food requests for October are noodles and tuna.

Meridian U.P.Sunday is designated as World Communion Sunday at Meridian United Presbyterian Church, 4150 Highland Ave. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Susan Faye-Wonerland, Synod associate executive.The church also will host an International Potluck Dinner and Mission Fair immediately following the morning worship service. The community is invited to attend. Information is available by calling the church at 724-482-2630.

North Main St. Church of GodThe Youth Center program at North Main Street Church of God, 1201 North Main Street Extension, will be held from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays. The program includes games, movies, snacks, music and TV.The Women of the Church of God will meet at 1 p.m. Thursday in the parlor.The Board of Evangelism will meet at 8:15 p.m. Wednesday in the conference room.60 Plus or Minus will meet at noon Thursday at Hoss's Family Restaurant in Grove City. The program will be presented by Dale Pinkerton, chairman of the Butler County Board of Commissioners.The board of directors will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday in the conference room.

Oak Hills ChristianThe Oak Hills Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) will resume Bible study classes at 7 p.m. Thursday with the Book of Romans. The church is located at the corner of Old Plank and Township Line roads, Butler. Members and friends are invited to attend.

New Life Christian MinistriesLead pastor Dr. Chris Marshall will share a message on "Press On Toward the Prize ¿ God's Job for You!" at the 8:45 and 10:15 a.m. Sunday worship celebrations at South Butler Primary School, 328 Knoch Rd., Saxonburg. World Communion Sunday will be observed.The Tapestries of Life mission team will be commissioned at the 10:15 a.m. Sunday service. Team members will serve in Mexico the week of Oct. 10 to 17 and will help in the construction of the orphanage in Guadalupe.Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes will be available for pick up Sunday. The boxes will be prewrapped for individuals and families to pack for children in need. Boxes will be collected Nov. 15 and sent to children throughout the world. OCC is a ministry of Samaritan's Purse.Relevant Student Ministries will meet at 6 p.m. Sunday at the home of Bill and Margaret Gebhart.Men's Fraternity - Cabot will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the home of lead pastor Dr. Chris Marshall.Men's Fraternity -Valencia will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the home of George Trinidad.Men's Fraternity - Saxonburg will meet at 5:30 a.m. Wednesday at Elmcroft in Saxonburg.The New Life Praise Band will have a time of devotion and rehearsal from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the home of lead pastor Dr. Chris Marshall. Worship leader Brad French will direct the group.The ministry staff will meet at 9:30 a.m. Oct. 8 at Shurina's Restaurant in Cabot for a time of prayer and planning.RU: Rooted?, a time of Bible study for students in grades 6 to 12, will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. Oct. 9 at the home of Bill and Margaret Gebhart, Saxonburg. For details, please contact student ministries leader Brad French at 724-372-0201 or go to www.LiveRelevant.com.

Old Union PresbyThe deacons of Old Union Presbyterian Church, 200 Union Church Road, Mars, are collecting clothing donations for the North Side homeless shelter. Drop off donations of men's, women's and children's clothing in the fellowship hall coat room.Speak with Peter if interested in a Bible study group at 1 p.m. Thursday afternoons.The fundraising committee will meet after worship this Sunday.Please return any of the church's jars and rings that you may have to prepare for the November soup sale.The church continues to receive donations for a volleyball net in the fellowship hall.The session will hold a budget forum at 7 p.m. Oct. 5.The auditors will review the church's finances next week.Apple dumpling making will begin at 9 a.m. Friday. If interested in helping, bring your own rolling pin and something to roll onto.The Women's Association will meet Sept. 28 at Betty Leonburg's home. All women are welcome.

Park United PresbyDaybreak will meet at 6:30 a.m. Wednesday in Park Hall.The Bell Choir will practice at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, followed by Chancel Choir practice at 7 p.m.The Praise Band will practice in the sanctuary at 8 p.m. Wednesday.The Outreach Committee will meet at 7 p.m. Oct. 8 in Park Hall.The new Girls Unlimited Group will meet at Stacy Sieminski's home at 7 p.m. Oct. 8. This session will focus on HEAL Bible Study. For information, call the church at 724-452-9570.Second Saturday Supper Club will meet at 5:30 p.m. Oct 10 in the parking lot.The Sunday worship services on Oct. 11 will be led by Dave Bretch.

St. John's ReformedSt. John's Reformed Church, Route 68 West at Meridian Road, will celebrate Communion at the 11 a.m. Sunday worship service.

St. Mark's evangelical LutheranWorld Communion will be observed at all worship services Oct. 3 and 4 at St. Mark's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 201 W. Jefferson St., 201 W. Jefferson Street.It is time to bake cookies for college students and military personnel. Cookies are to be delivered to the Fellowship Hall kitchen Oct. 18. Call the church office with names and addresses so your loved ones will get their package of goodies.There are three weeks left to submit recipes for the youth group cookbook. Recipes can be submitted at the church office or by emailing stmarkscancook@yahoo.com.Everyone is welcome to attend the Discover Canyon Reunion from 12:15 to 2 p.m. Sunday in the Canyon Cafe. There will be nacho salad, cupcakes, chocolate milk and coffee, Bible study, music, crafts and more.There will be a Christian education team meeting from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday in the Lounge.The 365 Day Bible Study will meet tonight at 6:30 p.m. in the Lounge.

St. Peter's EpiscopalCelebrant for this Sunday at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 218 E. Jefferson St., will be the Rev. Canon Mary Maggard Hays.All women of St. Peter's 18 years and older are invited to attend the Episcopal Church Women meeting at noon October 8. Bring a bag lunch; dessert and beverage are provided.The Vestry will meet at 7 p.m. Oct. 8.

Trinity LutheranThe Men's Ministry of Trinity Lutheran Church, 120 Sunset Drive, Center Township, will meet for breakfast and Bible study on Saturday at 8 a.m.A first communion class will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday. As well as learning the fundamental beliefs of the church about the Sacrament, the children will assist in baking the bread that will be used at their first communion.Holy Communion will be shared at the services at 6:30 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. Sunday. A coffee hour will be held between the Sunday services.The next Kid's Kingdom, for children from kindergarten to sixth grade, will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesday in Weaver Hall.Faithful Friends, Trinity's women's ministry group, is making plans for several activities in October and November. Reservations are due Oct. 15. There is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board in the narthex or you may call Bev Ludlum at 724-482-2812.Pasta and sauce are being collected in October for Covenant Church's Community Food Bank. Place donations in the shopping cart in the narthex.

Trinity PresbyTrinity Presbyterian Church, 107 Staley Ave., Butler Township, will observe World Wide Communion on Sunday. The Coventri Choir will present the ministry of music.The Trinity Storehouse is in great need of food items as well as paper products and cleaning supplies.A sign-up sheet for a women's retreat is located on the card table in the narthex.The October food item for the Covenant Food Cupboard is jelly. Place donations on the right hand side of the table in the hallway off the narthex.

White Oak Springs PresbyMembers of the White Oak Springs Presbyterian Church, 102 Shannon Road, will observe World Communion Sunday with a celebration of the Lord's Supper during this Sunday's 9:45 a.m. worship service. The Peacemaking Offering will be received during the service.

Zion U.M.The 24-hour Prayer Vigil for the WHY> campaign will begin Friday at Zion United Methodist Church, 438 Bear Creek Road, Sarver. A sign-up sheet for half-hour time frames is in the narthex. If you would like to participate but can't make it to sign up, call Lois in the church office at 724-353-1720 and she will sign you up.Doughnut Fellowship will be at 9 a.m. Sunday.World Communion Sunday will be celebrated at both the 8 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. services Sunday.The annual CROP Walk will take place Sunday, beginning with registration at 1:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Participants will then proceed to the trail for a 2 p.m. start.The WHY> campaign begins Sunday. There are two small group sessions scheduled for that evening during the youth group hours. Additional small groups will meet throughout the week at various times and places. Check the bulletin or call the office for more information.