Gordon Thompson, Jim Rea and Marilyn Iden will present music for the morning service Sunday at the Butler Church of the Nazarene, 4410 Oakdale Road and Route 68, Butler Township.

Amissionary service will be at 6 p.m. Sunday.

A Christmas Around the World dinner will follow the Surprising Christmas Pageant being performed at 5:30 p.m. Dec. 16 at Christ Community United Methodist Church, 205 N. Duffy Road. Dinner attendees should take a main dish or dessert from any nation.

The Christmas musical "Unspeakable Joy" will be presented at the 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. services on Dec. 16 at Christ's Outreach Church, 120 Walker Ave.

The youth of Community Life Church, McQuistion Elementary School, will hold a service at 7 p.m. today at the home of Ben and Amanda Ogle.

A memorial service for Dorothy Hitchcock will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the sanctuary at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 230 E. Jefferson St.Dr. Kang-Yup Na, associate professor in the department of religion, history, philosophy and classics at Westminster College, will lead the Seekers Class on Sunday. The class meets at 9:30 a.m. in the Assembly Room.Poinsettias to decorate the sanctuary for the Advent/Christmas season may be purchased for a $10 donation. The poinsettias may then be given to members in the hospital or at home.

Youth, age 2 through sixth grade, will attend a children's Christmas program and party from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at the First Baptist Church, 221 W. New Castle St.A Christmas banquet for the Berean, Faith and Fellowship Sunday school classes will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday at the Crestfield Camp and Conference Center, 195 Taggart Road, Slippery Rock.Pastors of First Baptist Church School students are invited to a pastor's lunch and open house from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday.

First English Lutheran Church, 241 N. Main St. will decorate the church at 9:30 a.m. Saturday. All are welcome.A healing service will be held at 12:30 p.m. Sunday.He Comes ... The Prince of Peace, a family Advent congregational meal and worship, will be held at 6:15 p.m. Wednesday. Participants can sign up on the poster in the social room.

The Tom Walker Family will perform at the God's Country at First United Methodist Church, 200 E. North St. The service will be at 7 p.m. Saturday in Epworth Center.The Stephen Ministers will hold a remembrance service at 7 p.m. Sunday in the sanctuary.A hands-on, interactive, Christmas program, A Night in Bethlehem, will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday. Families will experience various marketplace shops, where they will learn to make rope, perfume, grain/bread, mosaic tiles, shop at the vegetable/fruit market and talk to Joseph and Mary in the stable.

Friday is the last day to turn in the poinsettia orders at Grace @ Calvary Lutheran Church, 123 E. Diamond St.Sunday is the last day to turn in unwrapped items to be sent to troops and children in Iraq. Participants should be sure to sign the card that will accompany the package. Monetary donations are being accepted to offset shipping costs.A meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Monday for church youth and their parents to discuss upcoming trips.The Faith Shapers will have their Christmas Party from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the church.A cookie exchange will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday in the social hall.

The youth of GraceWay Community Church, Center Township Elementary School, will gather for a Youth Servant Project Saturday. For details, contact Amber Crowe.Youth lunch with leaders will be held after the 10 a.m. Sunday service. Participants will meet at Panera Bread.Sunday is the deadline for ordering poinsettias. Orders can be placed with Karen McGill. Cost is $5.75 each.Keith and Pat Bartoe will light the advent candle at the Sunday service.

The youth and adult handbell choirs will perform during the 10:30 a.m. Sunday worship at Hill United Presbyterian Church, 501 Second St. The Junior Team will usher.A carol sing will follow the church Christmas Dinner at 6 p.m. Sunday. The instrumental ensemble will provide the music. The Nurture Committee will provide food and beverages. An offering will be accepted to offset dinner costs.

The deacons of Meridian United Presbyterian Church, 4150 Highland Ave., Butler Township, will host a Christmas dinner at 5 p.m. Saturday.

The Youth Group will lead worship at the 8:45 and 11 a.m. Sunday services at Mt. Chestnut Presbyterian Church, 727 Old West 422, Franklin Township. The services will include musical numbers, readings and a sermon.A congregational meeting will be held at noon Sunday. Participants will elect 2008 officers and the Nominating Committee.A family movie night will begin at 6 p.m. Sunday. The event will feature the movie "The Nativity Story." Popcorn and drinks will be provided.

The Women's Word Share Bible study will begin "Enjoy: A Thirst Quenching Look at Philippians," by Tianne Moon at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at the North Main Street Church of God, 1201 N. Main St. Ext. Amy Nasiakda will be leader.The women of the church will have a Christmas luncheon at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Rose Haven Bed and Breakfast. Those who wish to attend should contact the church by Friday.The Living Christmas Tree presentation will be held at 7 p.m. today through Sunday. Tickets are free and are required; open seating. Sanctuary doors open at 6 p.m. The program will be presented again at 10:30 a.m. Sunday in the sanctuary. Doors will open at 9:30 a.m. No tickets are required for the morning presentation.

The K.I.C.K. group of Saint Andrews United Presbyterian Church, 201 East Jefferson St., will hold a birthday party for Jesus from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. The event will include crafts, party games and food. Participants can take a new toy for any age girl or boy to be donated to the children at VOICe.

The Sacrament of Holy Communion will be shared at the 9 a.m. Sunday service at Springdale Lutheran Church, 1061 Mahood Road, Concord Township.The Parish council meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Monday at Springdale. Newly elected council members are asked to attend.

Practice for the Sunday School Christmas Program begins at 1 p.m. Saturday at St. John's United Church of Christ, 501 E. Main St., Evans City. Following practice, a Cookies and Crafts event for young people and their families will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. in fellowship hall.The Sunday School Christmas Program begins at 6 p.m. Sunday in the sanctuary.

A Holy Hour for Peace will be held at 7 p.m. Monday at St. Paul Roman Catholic Church, 128 N. McKean St.

A Christmas Pageant will be presented at 6 p.m. Dec. 16 at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 218 E. Jefferson St. The program will be followed by a soup and sandwich supper.The ECW Christmas luncheon will be held at 12:30 p.m. Dec. 13 at the home of Nancy Zadernak. Attendees should take a casserole or a salad. For information, call Elaine Read.

A Baptist Preparation class for parents planning to have their children baptized will be held at 7:45 p.m. Tuesday at St. Richard Roman Catholic Church, 3841 Dickey Road, Gibsonia.Forever Young will meet at noon Dec. 13 for its Christmas party. Cost is $7 per person and reservations must be made in the church office by Monday.

The Youth of Summit Presbyterian Church, 181 Caldwell Drive, Jefferson Township, will meet at 3 p.m. Sunday to go shopping for gifts for the Angel Tree. Following the shopping, they will go to the movies. Those planning to attend should contact Carol Novy at 724-287-2378.The Rev. Roger Keller of St. Luke's Evangelical Lutheran Church will speak at the Advent Luncheon at noon Wednesday in fellowship hall.

Faithful Friends, the women's group at Trinity Lutheran Church, 120 Sunset Drive, Center Township, invites adult women to come to a Christmas Tea at 7 p.m. Friday. Participants should take a dish to share that is traditional in their families. Recipes for each dish should also be provided so that booklets may be made.Holy Communion will be offered at the 6:30 p.m. Saturday and 8:30 a.m. Sunday services.A congregational meeting will be held after the 11 a.m. Sunday service to discuss constitutional changes being recommended by the church council.Orders for poinsettias to decorate the chancel are due Sunday. Forms are available in the church bulletin or at the church office.Baked goods to be used for Meals on Wheels should be packaged for the freezer and taken to the church by Sunday.Holden Evening Prayer will be offered at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. A light supper will be served preceding the service at 5:30 p.m.A cap and mitten tree is in the narthex. Items collected for the tree will be given to the children at Trinity, North Side.Coupons are available in the narthex for members who dine at Pizza Hut on Wednesdays. When a coupon is presented, 20 percent of the customer's bill will be given to Trinity Youth.

Trinity Presbyterian Church, 107 Staley Ave., Butler Township, will celebrate the Sacrament of the Lord's Supper at Sunday's service.Decorating for advent will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday. Volunteers are needed.Come in Out of the Cold is being held by area Presbyterian churches through Dec. 16. Used sweaters, coats, boots, blankets or Afghans are being collected in the narthex to help those in need.Trinity Fellowship will meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday in Fellowship Hall for a catered dinner. A musical program will be provided by Debbe Picerno. Members should take cereal for the Covenant Food Cupboard and/or pepper products for the Trinity Storehouse. Hosts are Bob and Myrna Martin. Reservations can be made in the narthex.

Bryan and Brenda Hill will provide music for the 10 a.m. Sunday service at Valencia Presbyterian Church, 80 Sterrett St. The VPC Hands of Faith puppet ministry will provide the Children's Message.The deacons will host a sanctuary decorating party at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Refreshments will be provided.

Orders for poinsettias are due Sunday at White Oak Springs Presbyterian Church, 102 Shannon Road, Renfrew. It will also be the final day to make contributions to Toys for Tots.

The Sacrament of Holy Communion will be shared at the 11 a.m. Sunday service at Zion Lutheran Church, 266 Zion Church Road, Concord Township.The Parish council will meet at 7 p.m. Monday at Springdale Lutheran Church. Newly elected council members should plan to attend.

Brunch with Santa will begin at 11 a.m. Saturday at Zion United Methodist Church, Bear Creek Road, Sarver. Children in grade 3 and younger are invited to attend the breakfast, participate in craft projects and visit with Santa Claus.The 2008 flower calendar has been posted. Members are invited to sign up to provide flowers for a Sunday. Information about ordering is posted beside the calendar outside room 14.Shepherds should check their mailbox for the November report.