Christ Community U.M.Members of the fifth and sixth grade Sunday school class at Christ Community United Methodist Church, 205 N. Duffy Road, Butler Township, are accepting donations and sponsors for the annual 36-hour Rock-a-Thon, which begins at 7 p.m. Friday at the church. The class is hoping to purchase an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) for the church and to assist with Project Hope in Zelienople. To pledge, contact any class member or call the church office.The Little Red Church will be on the altar during weekend worship services to collect funds for Human Relations Sunday.Blood pressure screenings will be available after all weekend services.Baptism will be observed during Sunday services. As a part of the service, all members will renew their baptismal covenant.The Handbell Choir will hold a reorganizational meeting at 10 a.m. Sunday. New members are invited.The 2007 flower charts are posted in the narthex. Members are asked to purchase altar flowers in honor or memory of loved ones or special occasions throughout the church year. Cost is $14.50 per vase.The winter session of "Come and Get It" begins Tuesday. Sessions are held from 6 to 8 p.m. Adult classes will feature a greeting-card-making class led by Jane Shively and a spiritual-gifts class led by the Rev. Mary Grey Emmett.Members planning to participate in the June mission trip to South Dakota should enroll and provide a $50 nonrefundable deposit by Sunday.The Nursery Team is collecting items to restock the church nursery. A wish list is published in the monthly newsletter. Donated items may be placed in a bin in the narthex or taken to the nursery.

Community LifeCommunity Life Church, McQuistion Elementary School, will host a youth group meeting from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Jan. 18 at Butler County Family YMCA, 339 N. Washington St.

Christ's OutreachA meeting for all members of Christ's Outreach Church, 120 Walker Ave., will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday. A fellowship dinner will be available prior to the meeting at 5:45. There will be no adult or Caravan Classes this Wednesday.Children's activities, hosted by the youth group, will be held in the gym during the meeting.

Covenant PresbyDavid Daugherty, of Wilmington, Del., formerly the director of music at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 230 E. Jefferson St., will be the guest organist and vocalist at the 11 a.m. Sunday worship service.The Rev. William Jamison, retired Presbyterian minister, will lead the Seekers Class on Sunday with the presentation "Does Amos Speak to Us Today?" The class meets at 9:45 a.m. in the Assembly Room.Sunday is Hungry Sunday. Members and friends are to take a canned or packaged item or more for the Covenant Cupboard and a dollar or more for the Community Dinners.

Faith Fellowship AllianceFaith Fellowship Alliance Church, 200 Faithway-Fared Drive, will host a Marriage Builders couples series beginning Jan. 19. The sessions will be held from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Fridays. The group, led by Carl and Laurie Mueller will meet in the youth building.

First BaptistThe Berean Sunday School Class of First Baptist Church, 221 W. New Castle St., will share a potluck dinner at 5:30 p.m. Friday in the Baptist Youth Center.first church of christ, scientistFirst Church of Christ, Scientist, 120 West Penn Street, will hold the first communion of the year at 10 a.m. Sunday.

First English LutheranThe Senior Choir of First English Lutheran Church, 241 N. Main St., will hold rehearsal at 7:30 p.m. today.A women's planning meeting will be held at 9:45 a.m. Sunday.A healing service will be held at 12:30 p.m. Sunday at the church.

First U.M.New elective classes will begin Jan. 22 at First United Methodist Church, 200 E. North St. They include: Uniquely You, Bible Study with Pastor Dave, The Truth Project, Nehemiah: God's Builder, Just Walk Across the Room, and Live a Praying Life. For information or to register, call the church office at 724-283-6160 or visit www.butlerfumc.net.The intercessory prayer meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Dickson Room.There will be an EMIM coordinator's meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday in the Conference Room.Community Meal and Second Grace Shoppe have resumed their regular schedule. Community meals will be served from 5 to 6 p.m. Fridays. The Second Grace Shoppe will be open from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Fridays.

Glade Run U.P.Junior Church at Glade Run United Presbyterian Church, 1091 Pittsburgh Road, Valencia, will begin Sunday during the sermon at both services. It will be held in the new Kids' Zone Ministry area and is for children age 4 through third grade.The youth group will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. Sundays in January. This Sunday will be Clue Night.

GraceWay CommunityBeth Ackelson and Ruth Ferko will provide music for the 10 a.m. Sunday service at GraceWay Community Church, Center Township Elementary School, Mercer Road.GraceWay youth will have an overnight game night from 5 p.m. Friday through 9 a.m. Saturday at the home of Jim and Michele Rankin.GraceWay Youth Families will enjoy lunch together with the leaders following the Sunday service.January/February newsletters are now being sent. To be added to the mailing list, call 724-290-7007 and leave a message with a name and address.The new Web site can be accessed at www.gracewaychurch-butler.com.

Hill U.P.A new session of adult Sunday school begins at 9:30 a.m. Sunday at Hill United Presbyterian Church, 501 Second St.Kids Club will begin a new seven-week session Feb. 7. The program is open to children age 3 through grade 4. Adult staff and kitchen crew volunteers are needed. For information, contact Kathy Sawyer.

Jubilee Christian CenterMembers of the Jubilee Christian Center, which meets at Slippery Rock Middle School, will meet at 7 p.m. Friday at the Slippery Rock Township Building. The Rev. Terrence Smith will lead the meeting.

New Life Christian MinistriesBob McGinnis, director of Allegheny Valley Young Life, will speak at the Sunday worship celebration at New Life Christian Ministries, Knoch School Auditorium, 345 Knoch Road, Saxonburg.Church offices will be closed Monday in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.Class 101 will be held at 12:30 p.m. Jan. 28 at The Bridge, 102 Bay St., Penn Township. The class is for those who would like to learn more about New Life's mission, vision and values and consider becoming a member of the church. Lunch is served and child care is available. Registration is required by Jan. 21 and can be made by calling 724-290-0161 or by e-mail at pat@newlifexn.org.

Old Union PresbyA fellowship dinner will be held after worship this week at Old Union Presbyterian Church, 200 Union Church Road, Mars. Those who are able should take a dish to share.The Willing Workers are organizing a soup sale to raise money for the building project. The chicken will be prepared Jan. 25 and soup will be made on Jan. 26. There will be 250 quarts available and cost is $4 per quart.

Saint Andrews U.P.The youth of Saint Andrews United Presbyterian Church, 201 East Jefferson St., will take their annual ski trip to Ellicottville, NY Jan. 21 through 23. For details, see Dave and Jen White.

St. John U.C.C.St. John's United Church of Christ, 501 E. Main St., Evans City,A new Bible study class has begun at St. John's United Church of Christ, 501 East Main St., Evans City. The study focuses on the Book of Luke and meets at 10 a.m. Wednesday mornings.The Rev. Call will lead a new Sunday school class, "Who We Are," for six weeks beginning this Sunday. The class will meet in the choir room and is held as part of the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the founding of the United Churches of Christ.A game night will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Jan. 27.

St. Mark's Evangelical LutheranThe Rev. Al Towberman will be installed at 4 p.m. Jan. 28 at St. Mark's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 201 W. Jefferson St. A celebration potluck dinner will follow in fellowship hall. Meat, dessert and beverages will be provided. Participants should take a large covered dish or salad to share. Reservations are due Jan. 23 and can be made by calling the church office.A first Communion class will begin in February for youth in grades four and older. Classes will meet in Schramm Hall during the Sunday school hour. To register, contact the church office. At least one parent is expected to attend the first class with their child.Anew member information session will be held in February. To participate, contact the church office by the end of January.

St. Peter's EpiscopalParishioners of St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 218 E. Jefferson St., wishing to receive their monthly newsletter by e-mail should notify the church at stpeters@peoplepc.com no later than Monday.A Post-Abortion Healing service will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 20 at the parish hall. The cost is $5. Lunch and infant/toddler child care will be provided. Registration deadline is Monday.The Festive Celebration to honor the church's patron saint and give thanks for the completion of all capital improvement projects will be held Jan. 18. A potluck dinner will be at 6 p.m. followed by Holy Communion at 7:30 p.m.

St. Richard R.C.St. Richard Roman Catholic Church, 3841 Dickey Road, Gibsonia will hold a Celebration of First Reconciliation for students preparing for First Communion Wednesday for students whose last names begin with A-L and Thursday for students whose last names begin with M-Z.Members of the church will participate in the annual March for Life in Washington, D.C. Cost is $20 for adults and $10 for students. For information, call the church at 724-444-1971.

Summit PresbySummit Presbyterian Church, 181 Caldwell Drive, will hold its annual congregational meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday. Apotluck supper will precede the meeting, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Participants should take their own table service and a dish to share. Child care will be available during the meeting.

Trinity LutheranThe celebration of the Lord's Supper will be observed at the 6:30 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. Sunday services at Trinity Lutheran Church, 120 Sunset Drive, Center Township.The YMCA youth lock-in will be held from 11 p.m. Jan. 19 to 5 a.m. June 20. Cost is $7.50 per person. Participants must sign up on the youth bulletin board and fill out a permission form. To volunteer as an adult chaperone, contact the Rev. Peter Nordby or Lisa Blackburn.Youth interested in participating in this year's Bible bowl, please see Nordby or Paul Kowalik for details.The 2007 flower dedication calendar has been posted on the bulletin board in the narthex. Flower dedications are $10 per vase and payment is due at time of dedication. Donations are also welcome at any time of the year.

Trinity PresbyMembers of the Session at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 107 Staley Ave., Butler Township, will meet at 9 a.m. Saturday at Meridian United Presbyterian Church for an all-day retreat.A service of ordination and installation will be held during worship Sunday. Aluncheon will follow in Fellowship Hall.Volunteers from Trinity will serve the Community Meal from 5 to 6 p.m. Wednesday at Saint Andrews United Presbyterian Church from 5 to 6 p.m.A soup supper will be held at 6 p.m. Jan. 20. Tickets are $4 each and are available Sundays or by calling the church office for reservations.

West Sunbury U.P.The mission team, which recently returned from Slidell, La., will lead the 10:30 a.m. Sunday service at West Sunbury United Presbyterian Church, 215 East Church St., West Sunbury.