Butler Church of the NazareneSpecial music for the 10:45 a.m. Sunday service at Butler Church of the Nazarene, 4410 Oakdale Road, will be provided by Jim Rea and the Rev. Robert Calhoon. Children's Church will be directed by Pam Calhoon.The Caravan Kid's Club will host a turkey dinner from 6 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday.The Sunday school board will meet at 6:30 p.m. July 11 and the church board will meet at 7:30 p.m.Styrofoam cups are being collected this month for the hospitality ministry.

Christ Community U.M.Members of Christ Community United Methodist Church, 205 N. Duffy Road, are invited to attend a special planning meeting at 7:30 p.m. today for "Come and Get It, a new all-church program which begins in the fall. The program will include dinner, Bible study, children's musical groups, craft projects and other activities. Volunteers willing to assist with any activities should plan to attend.The church will participate in Camp Creation "Reboot" from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday at the Island Playground. Old boots are needed for a project and should be taken to the church by Friday.An All-Church Camping weekend will begin Friday at Lutherlyn Campgrounds with an evening campfire. A Welcome Picnic, in honor of the Rev. Lisa Grant, will be held at 12:30 p.m. Sunday.Blood pressure screenings will follow all weekend worship services.Camp Creation's organizational meeting date has been changed to 7 p.m. Monday at the church.Members are invited to sing with the residents at the monthly worship and communion service at Sunnyview Home on Wednesday. Meet at the multi-purpose room prior to the start of the 10:30 a.m. service.The Prayer Shawl Ministry group will meet from 7 to 9 p.m. July 13 at the church to work on projects.The food items being collected during July are peanut butter and jelly.

Christ's OutreachVicki Palmer and Laurine Heberling will provide music for the 10:30 a.m. Sunday service at Christ's Outreach Church, 120 Walker Ave.Members are reminded that the Community Food Bank items for July are canned fruits and vegetables. Donations can be deposited in the boxes at each church entrance. Anyone in need of assistance from the food bank should call 724-283-8407.

Covenant PresbyMary Ann Zeigler will be the guest organist at the 10 a.m. Sunday service at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 230 E. Jefferson St. Sara Giallombardo will perform a vocal solo at the service.The Covenant Cupboard Food Bank is requesting donations of cereal during July. Donation baskets are in the Jefferson Street entrance.Donations are now being accepted for the rummage and bake sale to be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 5. in Fellowship Hall.

First BaptistThe Doug Wyler family musical team will conduct vacation Bible school at First Baptist Church, 221 W. New Castle St. from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday and from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday.The church will be among congregations participating Monday through Saturday at Slippery Rock Baptist Camp, 130 Elliott Lane, Slippery Rock, in senior high, basketball team, soccer team and wilderness camps. The camps are open to churches in the Association of Independent Baptist Churches of Western Pennsylvania.

First English LutheranA hymn sing will be held during both Sunday services at First English Lutheran Church, 241 N. Main St.A meeting for volunteers who wish to help with the new church directory will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday.During the week of July 11, the church and St. Luke's Church in Cabot will host Camp Creation.

First U.M.Dean Baktay will perform during a Worship and Healing service at 7 p.m. Tuesday in the sanctuary at First United Methodist Church, 200 E. North St.

Grace @ Calvary LutheranSeveral members from Grace @ Calvary Lutheran Church, 123 E. Diamond St., will assist with the Camp Creation reboot party from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday at the Island Playground.The Faith Shapers youth group will not meet Wednesday.

Graceway CommunityThe all-church picnic for GraceWay Community Church, Center Township Elementary School, Mercer Road, has been rescheduled for Sunday. The picnic will be held at Camp Lutherlyn, Dogwood Pavilion. The event will begin at 4 p.m. and food will be served at 5:30 p.m. Participants should take a lawn chair. Members with last names beginning with A-L should take a salad or vegetable; M-Z, a dessert. The Dogwood Pavilion is behind the pool area.Music for the 10 a.m. Sunday service will be provided by Ruth Ferko and Beth Yost.The adult Wednesday evening Bible study will begin a new study on the abundance of God's mercy at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at Butler Senior High School, Room 301.

Hill U.P.The youth mission group will deliver a presentation on its Puerto Rico trip at 10:30 a.m. Sunday at Hill United Presbyterian Church, 501 Second St. Randy Kruger will lead the music.MAD camp musical money and registration forms are due immediately. Adults can sign up to help on the bulletin board near the choir loft. Campers should take their laundry basket and costume pieces to the first rehearsal on July 23.The Grateful Dads Bible study will meet at 7 a.m. tomorrow at Linda's Restaurant. New members are welcome. Contact John Porter for more information.

Meridian U.P.The deacons of Meridian United Presbyterian Church, 4150 Highland Ave., will hold a special dinner for anyone 50 years old and older at 6 p.m. Wednesday. The theme is "Our Academy Awards Night."

New Life Christian MinistriesNew Life Christian Ministries, Knoch High School auditorium, 345 Knoch Road, Saxonburg, and its ministry partner Curves, Mars, will collect backpacks and school supplies to be shared with students in local school districts. Donations of new or used backpacks and school supplies may be dropped off at The Bridge, 102 Bay St., Penn Township from now to Aug. 13. For information, contact Karen Schiebel at 724-586-2241 or karen@newlifexn.org.Teams of children, teens and adults will prayer walk in the Saxonburg area from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Sunday. Participants are to meet at the flagpole at Knoch High School at 9 a.m. For those who may not be able to walk or prefer to pray in one place, Ralph Beck will lead a time of prayer at Knoch.A Youth Opportunity Night will be held at 6 p.m. Sunday at 127 Knoch Road. The evening will present youth in grades 6 to 12, their parents or guardians and the youth ministry team the opportunity to plan for the youth ministries for fall 2006 and into 2007. A bonfire will available to roast hot dogs. For details, contact senior pastor Chris Marshall at 724-898-1940 or chris@newlifexn.org or the church at 724-290-0161.

Nixon U.M.Debbie Steiner will present music for the Sunday service at Nixon United Methodist Church, Airport Road, Penn Township."The Ficketts — Following Jesus" will perform at 7 p.m. Wednesday. The concert is open to the public.

North Main Street Church of GodAt the 10:30 a.m. Sunday service at North Main Street Church of God, 1201 N. Main St. Ext., a special offering will be collected for the Arizona mission trip.An Inspirational Hymn Sing in the parlor will be held at 6 p.m. Sunday. Special music will be provided by Theresa Soose; devotion will be by Alice Watts. Refreshments will be provided.A youth event, "Deal or No Deal" will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at The Haven. All youth in grades 6 to 12 are welcome.

Old Union PresbyOld Union Presbyterian Church, 200 Union Church Road, Mars, will plan for its corn roast after worship this week.Vacation Bible school will be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Sign up in the back of the church or speak to Julie Meeder if you can provide snacks.

St. Peter's EpiscopalThere will be a short meeting for the Christian Formation teachers following the 9:30 a.m. Sunday service St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 218 E. Jefferson St. All acolytes will be recognized during the service and at a brunch at Dingbats at 11:30 a.m.There will be a meeting for Vacation Bible school volunteers at 7 p.m. Tuesday at the church.

Trinity LutheranThe Lord's Supper will be shared at the 6:30 p.m. Saturday and 8:30 a.m. Sunday services at Trinity Lutheran Church, 120 Sunset Drive, Center Township.A Property Work Night will be held at 6 p.m. today to tidy up the church property.There is still room on the church van, which will be leaving for Chautauqua Sunday morning to hear the Rev. Tony Campolo. For information, call Tina Brown at the church office, 724-287-1977.A family potluck picnic will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday. Meat, drinks, and paper products will be provided by the youth ministry. Master falconer Earl Shriver will give his "Birds of Prey" presentation. There is a sign-up sheet on the youth bulletin board.

Trinity PresbyThe Lord's Supper will be celebrated at the Sunday service at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 107 Staley Ave., Butler Township.Trinity Fellowship will have a catered picnic at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday in Fellowship Hall. After the picnic, they will carpool to Moraine Park for a boat cruise and program.The Worship Committee of St. John's Reformed Church will host a concert by Dan Schall at 7 p.m. Sunday.