Church briefs
October 28, 2005 Announcements:
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD: Local churches will be collecting shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child the week of Nov. 14-20. The list of local sites includes:
Great Bethel Baptist Church, 47 W. Fayette St., Uniontown, Nov. 14-18 from 1 to 4 p.m., Nov. 16 from 1 to 4 and 5 to 8 p.m., Nov. 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Nov. 20 from 1 to 4 p.m. Contact is the Rev. Paul Lesher at 724-564-5000.
World Christian Outreach Ministries, 503 W. Georgia Ave., Connellsville, Nov. 14-18 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Nov. 19 from 10 am. to 1 p.m. and Nov. 20 from 2 to 4 p.m. Contact is Ruth Smith at 724-628-9285.
Clinton Church of God, 406 Buchanan Road, Normalville, Nov. 14-19 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Nov. 20 by appointment. Contact is Lawrence Richter at 724-455-3718.
New Life Covenant Church, 4809 National Pike, Markleysburg, Nov. 14-20 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact is Teresa Christman at 724-329-8117.
First Baptist Church, 515 Morgantown Road, Point Marion, Nov. 16, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Contact is the Rev. Kathy Griffith at 724-725-1692.
Information is also available on the Web site www.samaritanspurse.org
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Today through next week:
ABUNDANT LIFE CHURCH, located at 1239 Brownfield Road, Uniontown, is hosting a gospel sing on Saturday at 6 p.m. as a benefit to raise money for the Salvation Army. Nicholas Cook is the host pastor. Master of ceremonies is the Rev. Ricardo Alicastro of Liberty Church of God. For more information, phone 724-329-1466.
ALLISON CHRISTIAN CHURCH there is a Halloween party today at 6 p.m. at Harvest Time Ministries with food, games and prizes. Participants can wear a costume if they wish. The calendar party sponsored by the youths of the church will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets are required. Personalized baking pan orders should be turned in to Jennie Peton by Nov. 6. For Sunday’s 9 a.m. worship service, elders are Charlotte Hughes and Will Chambers. Worship leader is Jeff Johnson. Denise Marker is junior church leader. The Rev. Michael Peton is pastor.
ASBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, corner of Beeson Avenue and Dunbar Street in Uniontown, announces Sunday’s casual 9 a.m. service includes the Rev. Thomas Brown’s message “Scripture Equals Equipment for Life,’ and praise choruses and hymns, led by song leader Barb Cruse and accompanied by Sharon Brown. The traditional 11 a.m. service is the annual United Methodist Women’s Thank Offering Service. The Rev. Frank Sherman, Connellsville District superintendent, will deliver the sermon “Best Seat in the House’ and the children’s message. Edna Marker, president of Asbury United Methodist Women, will be worship leader. The Asbury Chancel Choir, accompanied and directed by Jim Hutchinson, will provide special music. Children’s church is available for those in kindergarten through second grade. Loving Nursery Care is available for infants and children under 4. Tele-receivers are available for the hearing impaired. Following the service, the United Methodist Women will host a coffee hour in fellowship
BLAINESBURG BIBLE CHURCH will hold its first annual Family Fall Festival on Saturday. Officials said, “Although this is a family-oriented event, it has been specifically designed to benefit the children and young adults of the local communities by offering a safe and enjoyable alternative to Halloween.’ Members of the church and community volunteers will provide games, food and music at no cost to all who attend. Donations are being accepted. For more information, phone 724-785-8580.
BROWNSVILLE FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST), 512 Second St., meets for worship Sundays at 10:45 a.m. with the Rev. Paul Sandusky officiating. Nursery is available. Elders breakfast will be held Sunday at 9:30 a.m. For more information, phone 724-785-2488.
BROWNSVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHARGE worships Sunday at 8:30 a.m. at West Bend, 10 a.m. at South Brownsville and 11 a.m. at Brownsville First. The Rev. Paul E. Wilson Sr. will give the sermon “How to Be Brave Enough to Be Happy’ at West Bend and South Brownsville United Methodist Churches. Wilson will host a special program “The Christian Comedy Caravan at First United Methodist Church.’ For more information about any of the Brownsville Charge churches, phone the charge office at 724-785-8704.
CALVARY APOSTOLIC CHURCH, located on Rolling Hills Estate road in North Union Township between Sylvan Heights Cemetery and the PennDOT facilities, announces Sunday services begin at 10 a.m. featuring music from the CAC Trio and Carol Marton. Wednesday night’s service features Bible teaching by the Rev. Danny Aber. For more information, phone 724-438-5052 or visit the Website at www.calvaryapostolicchurch.org.
CALVARY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, located at Clark Street and Collins Avenue, Uniontown, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. when the Rev. Maryann J. Long will give the sermon “To Teach or Tether.’ The chancel choir will sing. A fully-staffed nursery and babyland are available.
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF UNIONTOWN, 23 S. Gallatin Ave., will have Saturday Night praise and worship service at 6 p.m. with Praise Team B.
On Sunday at 10:30 a.m. worship, the Rev. Art Mace, senior pastor, will give the sermon “Don’t Give Up on God.’ David Landi will present the children’s sermon. The children’s choir will perform. Denise Zundel, director of music ministries, and the chancel choir will provide music. Nursery and pre-school care as well as children’s church for age three to third grade are available during morning worship. For more information, phone 724-438-6821.
CHERRY TREE ALLIANCE CHURCH, 640 Cherry Tree Lane, Uniontown, across from Uniontown Wal-Mart, on Sunday offers a contemporary service at 8:30 a.m. and a traditional service at 10:45 a.m. In both services, the Rev. Jack Herman will continue a series of messages focusing on 40 Days of Community event being done in coordination with the Rev. Rick Warren, author of “The Purpose Driven Life.’ This Sunday’s message will be “Helping Each Other Grow Spiritually.’ A study of the “40 Days of Community’ workbook called “Better Together: What on Earth are We Here For?’ is being conducted at 9:45 a.m. Sunday school. Sunday at 6 p.m. is evening praise service where adult small groups are going through the 40 Days of Community small group study while PowerJAM for youths and children’s Christmas play practice meet. Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. is prayer service for adults and AWANA for youths age three through high school. Nursery care is provided for all services. For more information on church ministries, phone 724-437-6850.
CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, located at the corner of Fayette Street and Beeson Boulevard in Uniontown, worships Sunday at 10:45 a.m. with the Rev. Emily Byrd. Kids Morning Out is Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. For more information, phone 724-439-1929.
CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS, 91 Barbara St., Uniontown, will hold no Sunday services due to Stake Conference in Greentree. For more information, phone 724-439-4743.
CLARKSVILLE CHRISTIAN CHURCH, located on Market Street, announces the Clarksville Christian Church Youth Group, led by Rhonda House, will conduct the entire worship service on Sunday at 10:30 a.m. The sermon will be entitled “Here Comes a Miracle’ and will be presented as a mini play. The actors range from ages 4 to 18 with Jesus being portrayed by the Rev. Chuck House.
COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 1264 West Penn Boulevard, Uniontown, announces Sunday worship is at 9:30 a.m. Pastors are the Rev. Roger P. Howard and the Rev. Daniel L. Brant. For more information, phone 724-437-4740.
CONNELLSVILLE STREET CHURCH OF CHRIST, 519 Connellsville St., Uniontown, with Evangelist DeWitt Clinton. Worship is Sunday at 10:45 a.m. and 7 p.m. For more information, phone 724-438-1112.
CORNERSTONE BIBLE CHURCH, meeting at Franklin Grange, located off Route 40, turn at Jackson Farms Store onto Stone Church Road, go 1.2 miles and turn left onto Bunker Hill Road, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Gary Smith. Children’s church is also at 11 a.m. For more information on church activities, phone 724-366-1474.
DENBEAU HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN CHURCH, located on the East End Road, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. with the Rev. Roland O’Brien.
DUNLAP’S CREEK CHURCH, 502 Twin Hills Road, Merrittstown, also known as the Old Stone Church, welcomes the Rev. Kent Lighthall as guest minister to Sunday’s 11 a.m. worship service.
FAIRCHANCE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 17 N. Morgantown St., worships Sunday at 10 a.m. with the Rev. James Leonard, interim pastor, sharing the message “For All the Saints.’ The FBC Choir will bring special music. Leonard will also speak at the 6 p.m. service while youth groups and children’s classes for all ages meet. Childcare and transportation to all services is available.
The church invites people to walk through the scenes of live events that lead to the manger and the birth of Jesus on that “One Amazing Night’ over 2000 years ago. Guided tours telling this amazing story through six different scenes with live actors and animals will be given Dec. 9-10 from 6 to 9 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Phone the church at 724-564-2080 for more information.
FAIRCHANCE FREE METHODIST CHURCH, 53 S. Morgantown St., worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. with the choir singing. The Rev. Paul K. Lesher continues his sermon series, “An Autobiography of God As Revealed by Jesus in the Parables’ that seeks to reveal the basic DNA of God’s nature and his work in people’s lives. This Sunday’s message will be “The Secret Source of Joy! (The Parable of Talents).’ In addition, the church will offer praise choruses, hymns and a time to express testimonies and prayer concerns. Pre-school and junior church activities will be available for children. The church is handicapped accessible and air-conditioned. For more information about church ministries, including Angel Food, phone the church office at 724-564-5000. Family Night Ministries, which includes youth and children’s ministry and a Bible study for adults, takes place Sundays at 7 p.m. But this Sunday, in place of Family Night Ministries, the church is holding a Family Harvest night from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., off site with activities for toddlers through adults. Activities include a hayride, campfire, games, snack foods and fellowship. Children are to bring a bag of wrapped candy. Event will be held rain or shine. To register children and for directions, phone the church office.
FAIRVIEW UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Laurendale Road, Grindstone, worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Children’s program is available during worship. The Rev. James Myers will give the sermon “Only One Way to Heaven.’ Mrs. James Myers is teacher for the hearing impaired. The church choir will provide special music with Jeff Hayducko as organist. Harrison Boyd and Ryan Donella are acolytes. The church offers a children’s program and Bible study Wednesday at 7 p.m. For more information or directions, phone 724-677-9940 or 724-677-0828.
FAITH ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 690 Morgantown Road, Uniontown, about one-half mile south of Big Lots, worships Sunday at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. when the Rev. Don Immel begins a new series of sermons on stewardship entitled “Weathering Financial Storms.’ This week’s message will be “Putting Your House in Order.’ To commemorate Reformation Sunday, the movie “Luther’ will be shown during the 6 p.m. service.
Wednesday is Family Night at 7 p.m. with Royal Rangers and Missionettes for children, 212 Ministry for youths, GriefShare and Men’s and Women’s Ministries. A well-staffed nursery is available during all services and transportation can be arranged by calling 724-437-8101, ext. 118.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 171 First St., Clarksville, will hold its annual Foreign Mission Day on Sunday, Nov. 6, at 3:30 p.m. The Rev. Richard Calloway, pastor of Mount Ararat Baptist Church in Cardale, will be guest preacher for the afternoon. The Rev. Roslyn Rose, associate minister of Mount Ararat Baptist Church, Cardale, will be the 11 a.m. preacher. The choir and congregation will accompany Calloway. Officials said, “Come and be blessed and be a blessing. We thank you in advance for your support in making our annual Foreign Mission Day a success as well as a day of rejoicing in the Lord.’ The Rev. James C. Cherry is chairman and pastor. Sister Christina Rutan is church clerk. Dinner will be served from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GRINDSTONE, located at 529 Grindstone Road, gathers for worship at 10:45 a.m. Sunday with Evangelist Michael A. Helms. For more information, phone the church at 714-785-2774.
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF NEW SALEM, 800 New Salem Road, worships Sunday at 10:45 a.m. with Bible-based sermons by the Rev. Andy Miles and weekly Communion as well as junior church with Don and Faith Burton. The youth group for grades seven to 12 meets Sunday at 7 p.m. For more information, phone the church office Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 724-245-2741.
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST), OF REPUBLIC announces Youth Sunday will be observed during Sunday’s 10:55 a.m. service, directed by Chris and Kristi Teagarden. Justin Gibson will deliver the message. Emily Murray and Cara DelSignore will provide special prelude and offertory music. The children’s bell choir and youth choir will perform. The Rev. J.W. Hormell is pastor. The Four C’s Ministry will be open Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the new garage building, providing gently used clothing and other items for sale. For more information on church activities and events, phone the office at 724-246-9387.
FIRST CHURCH OF GOD, Main Street, Edenborn, announces Olivia Jones, pastor, will have Sunday worship at 11 a.m. Officials said, “Join us in fellowship as we come together to worship Jesus. A special guest will bring forth the Words of Life and ministry.’ Prophetess Yvonne Gladman will officiate. For more information, phone 724-737-2280. First Church of God will not have worship service on Sunday, Nov. 6. Services will resume on Sunday, Nov. 13, at 11 a.m.
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, located on the Towne Square at Fourth and Liberty streets, California, announces Elder Richard Kara will preach “Behind Every Cloud There’s a Rainbow’ in the absence of the Rev. Paul N. Min at the 10 a.m. Sunday worship service. Nursery care is available every Sunday. Clark and Sally Harrison will serve as greeters. Elder Clark Harrison will lead Scripture readings. Nathaniel Luketich will be acolyte. The choir, conducted by Elder Edie Thomas and accompanied by organist Carolyn Davis, will perform. Deacon Marlene Kara will host coffee hour. The Daisytown Presbyterian Church worships at 11:45 a.m. Sunday. For more information on church activities, call 724-938-7676.
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 114 W. Church St., Fairchance, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Donald E. Walls continuing his sermon series on “The Fruit of the Holy Spirit.’ The sermon title is “A Portrait of A Christian – Faithfulness!’ There will be a dedication of the new kitchen and a fellowship dinner following the worship service. For more information on church activities, phone 724-564-2042. The Web site is www.fairchancefirstpresbyterianchurch.org
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FIRST REGULAR BAPTIST CHURCH, Chestnut Street at Loucks Avenue, Scottdale, announces March Forth will present a gospel concert on Sunday at 11 a.m. A covered dish fellowship dinner will be served at noon in fellowship hall. March Forth is an interdenominational Southern gospel music group based out of Mechanicsburg, Pa., that includes Doug Koch, Floyd Foster, Don Schroth and John McPhereson. Their style ranges from favorite old hymns to new Southern gospel style. For more information, phone 724-887-4453 or check the Web site at www.marchforth.org.
FORT BURD UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF BROWNSVILLE, located next to Tara Hospital at Brownsville, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. There will be a special time for youths. The adult choir, directed by Thomas Rishel, will sing. There is a staffed nursery, sponsored by the deacons during worship. This is Consecration Sunday. Those attending have an opportunity to fill out an “Estimate of Giving’ card. A potluck luncheon will follow. Participants are to bring their own table service and last names A-F, side dish; G-M, salad; N-S, main dish; and T-Z, dessert. The calendar of events for November will be available. For more information on church activities, phone 724-785-3080.
GENEVA COLLEGE, Beaver Falls, Pa., welcomes World Vision’s Acting on AIDS Fall Tour, today at 10 a.m. with Steve Haas, vice president of church relations. For more information, check the Web site at www.worldvision.org.
GIG COFFEE HOUSE, Route 857, south towards Fairchance in the Old Wynn Bargain Store, welcomes Crimson Stream quartet in concert today from 8 to 10 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. For more information, phone 724-564-7868.
GRACE BRETHREN CHURCH, 1 Grace Lane, off Derrick Avenue, Uniontown, worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. when the Rev. Nick Philiposian brings the message “The Rapture of the Church.’ Nursery is provided. For more information, phone the office at 724-437-3401.
GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH, currently holding services at the South Union Township Fire Department Social Hall located at 364 South Mount Vernon Ave., Uniontown, worships Sunday at 10 a.m. with the choir singing, and Sunday at 6 p.m. with Lawrence Godwin as the speaker. There is also a service Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Special services are also held for youths. Justin Argabright is pastor. For more information, phone 724-438-4850 or visit the Web site at www.gracecc.us
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GREAT BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH, 47 W. Fayette St., Uniontown, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Dr. Neil W. Hoppe, interim pastor, bringing the message. Calling the church office at 724-437-6161 provides transportation and a nursery. Senior BYF meets Sunday from 5 to 7 p.m. On Tuesday at 7:30 p.m., dart ball features Great Bethel at Pleasant View. Christmas play practice is Wednesday at 6 p.m.
HOPEWELL UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 400 Hopewell Road, Brownsville, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. The Rev. Gail E. Mason’s sermon is “Jesus is the Rock.’ The Hunger Offering will be received. In accordance with the Presbyterian law of two weeks prior notice, a congregational meeting will be held immediately after worship on Sunday, Nov. 13 for the purpose of electing 2006 elders. Also turn clocks back one hour for daylight savings time this weekend. Janet Adamovich is organist.
JOHN CORBLY BAPTIST CHURCH, Garards Fort, welcomes Crimson Stream on Sunday at 4 p.m. From the Mon Valley, the group includes Bob Smith, Alan Smith, Bill Smith and Sonny Workman while Nicole Workman operates the sound system.
LAUREL MOUNTAIN BAPTIST CHURCH, 1980 Wharton Furnace Road, Gibbon Glade, worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. For more information, phone 724-329-4707 or visit the Website at www.laurelmtnbaptist.org
. The Rev. Dr. Michael George is pastor.
LOVE OUTREACH CHURCH, Village of Phillips on Peach Lane in Uniontown, will host a Community Harvest Festival on Saturday from 6 to 10 p.m. with food, games and gospel music performed by The Harvest Aires from Uniontown, Gail Perney from West Newton, Free Spirit from Lemont Furnace, Choz’n 1’s from Smithfield, The Harvest Lights from Nemacolin, Cliff Crusan from Belle Vernon and Tammy Gorden from Uniontown.
The church offers a youth service Sundays at 10:30 a.m. with special awards presented to youths who bring their Bibles for one month. The church holds a praise and worship service Sunday at 7 p.m. with the Rev. Jo Friedhof bringing the sermon. The Harvest Aires Gospel Singers will perform special music. For more information, phone 724-438-LOVE (5683).
MALDEN CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP (FULL GOSPEL-NON DENOMINATIONAL), located three miles west of West Brownsville on Old Route 40 at Malden, will have its annual Fall Harvest Party on Saturday. The church worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Children’s church is at 11:15 a.m. The church meets for prayer Thursday at 7 p.m. If anyone is interested in taking CPR classes at the church, phone 724-785-4385. The Rev. David White is pastor. For more information, phone 724-785-4280.
MASONTOWN UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, located on the corner of Main and Cross streets, announces the Rev. Bob Lewis will preach “It’s Not About You, Or Me, Either’ on Sunday. The Methodist will celebrate Reformation Sunday and All Saints Day. The church is handicapped accessible with a ramp to the front door and an accessible restroom on the main floor adjacent to the sanctuary. Children are welcomed.
The youth group meets Sundays at 7 p.m. and usually includes games, snacks, fellowship and a lesson about how the Christian faith applies to their daily lives. For more information about the church and its ministries, visit the Web site at www.mumchurch.org
or phone the Rev. Robert Lewis at 724-583-9207.
MCCLELLANDTOWN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Route 21, Church Hill, worships at 11 a.m. Sunday. Pastor William Lawson will deliver the sermon “As Others Do.’ A brief congregational meeting will be held at the end of the service to elect one member of the church nominating committee. The deacons-sponsored Operation Christmas Child project needs donations of small toys, school supplies o hygiene items for children ages two to 14 in sizes that will fit in a shoebox, no later than Nov. 6.
MORNING STAR BAPTIST CHURCH, Newell, will have a youth rally called “Taking the Lead’ on Saturday at 6 p.m. with gospel band Frontline. Sunday worship begins at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Mitch Wall giving the message “Seducing America.’ For more information, phone 724-938-7937.
MOUNT MORIAH BAPTIST CHURCH, 30 Church St., Smithfield, worships Sunday at 8:30 a.m. with the Rev. Darrell Edgar bringing the message. A period of fellowship will follow in the social hall. The 10:45 a.m. service will be led by the Rev. Gary French, guest minister, who will give the sermon “Return to Bethel.’ The senior choir will sing special music. Witness Jesus Band will perform. Nursery is provided and transportation is available by calling the church. The facility is handicap accessible with elevator service. For more information on church ministries, call 724-569-4847 or check the Web site at www.mtmoriahbaptistchurch.net
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MOUNT OLIVET BAPTIST CHURCH, 51 Stewart Ave., Uniontown, announces the Sally B. Payne Missionary Society will have services Sunday with the Rev. Vincent L. Winfrey Sr. delivering both the 8 and 11 a.m. messages. Mount Olivet New Direction Mass Choir will render music. For transportation, call the church at 724-438-7489. Bertha A. Hodge is president.
The senior choir will observe its annual Choir Day on Sunday, Nov. 6, at 4 p.m., featuring the Male Chorus of Morning Star Baptist Church of Clairton, Pa., in concert. Emma Turpin is president. The Rev. Vincent L. Winfrey is pastor.
MOUNT PLEASANT CHURCH OF GOD, 936 W. Main St., welcomes Sunflower Sweethearts, a band from New Brighton, to give a youth concert on Saturday at 7 p.m. The theme for the concert is “Who’s the Man?’ Other local talent will supplement the music for the evening. The Rev. Charles Yost and the Rev. Mike Bobula serve as pastors. For more information, phone the church at 724-547-7110 or e-mail the church at begin mpcog@zoominternet.net mpcog@zoominternet.net end
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MOUNT ST. MACRINA HOUSE OF PRAYER IN UNIONTOWN (formerly the Mount St. Macrina Retreat Center) will offer Poustinia Weekend Retreat from Nov. 4 at 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 6. Officials said, “The retreat begins with a common session on the spirituality of the desert, followed by a 24-hour experience of silence, fasting and prayer. A Bible, an icon and a small loaf of bread and a jug of water will be one’s companion during this time of listening and resting in the Lord. A group discussion will conclude the weekend.’
The House of Prayer is continuing an icon reflection series Nov. 10 and 17 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. with Sister Barbara Jean. Officials said, “Icons have served for many centuries to teach Christians the truths of God and as instruments to deepen faith. In this series, participants will learn of the spirituality and symbols in icons. Many examples will be displayed. Each session will include a meditation on an icon, inviting participants to pray with these ‘windows into heaven.’ For more information, phone the retreat center at 724-438-7149.
NEW GENEVA BAPTIST CHURCH, Front Street, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. when the Rev. Robert J. Robinson delivering the message “Who’s Feeding Your Family?’ Marcellus Evans and Bob and Carol Brooks will present special music. Children’s church is at 10 a.m. Dorothy Smith will be greeter.
NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 126 Brownsville Ave., Brownsville, on Sunday offers coffee and doughnuts at 9 a.m. and worship at 10:30 a.m. This week’s message is “Committed to Biblical Love.’ The Sunday evening service will be suspended in order to provide a Halloween alternative for the young and young at heart. There will be a harvest party at 6 p.m. with games, food and candy. Mid-week Family Night is Thursday at 7 p.m. with adult Bible study, youth group HYDRO, and children’s activities. Nursery is available. For more information, contact the Rev. Mike Outrich at 724-785-7141.
PHILLIPS GOSPEL COFFEE HOUSE, located in the Village of Phillips on J.K. Packing Road in Uniontown, welcomes Randy Simpson from Carlisle, Pa., in concert today. Simpson was raised in a Christian home with his father, Terry, playing piano with The Gabriels, a gospel quartet known in Pennsylvania for their unique style and harmonies. Simpson has been part of several gospel music ministries, including The King’s Messengers, The Valley Four, Sole Ministry and The Brothers. He has traveled throughout the United States. Doors open at 7 p.m. Concert begins at 8 p.m. For more information, phone 724-438-5683.
PLEASANT VIEW PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, located two miles west of Smock at the intersection of the Pleasant View and Royal roads, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. The Rev. Keith Conover will preach “Hallowing Halloween.’ Vision of Christ, Christian mimes, will provide special music. Sandy Alberts and Diana Calhoun are greeters. Michael and Nicholas Payton are acolytes. David and Tom Sparrow and Brian and Michael Payton are ushers.
Vision of Christ members range in age from 6 to 24 and is from Unity Baptist Church in Braddock where the Rev. Richard Wingfield serves as pastor. Directed by Ebony Farrar, the group provides a unique interpretation of Christian truth through music and mime. Sheila Talley-Armstead, who previously shared her special vocal music gifts with Pleasant View in worship, is youth director of Unity Baptist and arranged the visitor of Vision of Christ.
On Sunday, the Youth Fellowship Group is sponsoring a Halloween costume party for the kids of the church from 6 to 8 p.m. with games and prizes. At 7 p.m., they will go on a hayride and then return to PVPC for hot chocolate and snacks. For more information on any activities, phone 724-677-2149.
REHOBOTH PRESBYERIAN CHURCH, located about a mile from Allen’s Crossroads, in Belle Vernon, is announcing on Sunday, the All Saints Service will be conducted during morning worship. This provides a special time to remember members who have died in the past year. Anyone wishing to remember friends and family during the service can purchase candles, which will be lit during worship. For more information, phone 724-929-7020.
ROSCOE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 300 Main St., announces the ordination of two deacons and their installation along with the installation of one more deacon and two elders for 2006 will be a highlight of Sunday’s 10 a.m. worship service. The Rev. Dr. John Rankin will lead the Service of Ordination for Jessie Blevins and Norma Maatta as deacons. He will then install them along with Mary Brumley, who is already ordained, as deacons. Cheryl Lewis and Thomas Quigley will be installed as church elders. All such officers are elected for three-year terms. “Wheels is the title of Rankin’s sermon. The chancel choir, accompanied by Tina Bolin, will sing. Eleanor Carson is worship greeter.
This Sunday marks the concluding gathering day for items for the Washington Women’s Shelter, the October mission of the congregation in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Their special needs include women’s underwear (especially large sizes), adult and children’s socks, diapers, sanitary products, non-perishable foods, such as peanut butter and jelly, boxed mixes, canned goods, paper towels and toilet paper. For more information, call the church office at 724-938-3787 or Barbara Rankin, project coordinator, at 724-785-8912.
The 8:45 a.m. video/study/discussion of the national bestseller “The Purpose Driven Life’ continues. Marguerite Bethem leads the group discussion.
ST. ANDREW’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, 307 High St., Brownsville, worships Sunday at 9 a.m. with the Rev. Jack Hernstrom. Communion is celebrated the second and fourth Sundays each month. Worshippers gather downstairs the first and third Sundays for fellowship after worship. For more information, phone 724-785-3970.
ST. GEORGE SERBIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH IN CARMICHAELS will celebrate the 51st anniversary of the building of the church on Sunday with the Divine Liturgy at 10 a.m. The anniversary dinner and program will be at Dolfi’s in Masontown at 12:30 p.m.
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST BYZANTINE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 185 E. Main St., Uniontown, will have the 24th Annual Carpatho-Rusyn Celebration on Sunday from noon to 7 p.m. On Saturday, Oct. 29, the Divine Liturgy at 5:30 p.m. will include a blessing for the festival workers. On Sunday, Oct. 30, the 9 a.m. Divine Liturgy will be in English and the 11:15 a.m. Divine Liturgy will be in Rusyn Church Slavonic with the Rev. Thomas J. Wesdock as celebrant. Responses will be led by cantor/director Jerry Jumba and the PA Grant Chant Class. Festivities begin at noon with demonstrations of religious and secular art, displays, lectures and entertainment by the musical group Ruskyj Muzikante from Pittsburgh (1:30 and 4:30 p.m.) and Slavjane Folk Ensemble of Holy Ghost Byzantine Catholic Church, McKees Rocks, (3:30 p.m.). John Righetti will speak on Rusyn Ethnicity at 2:30 p.m. Children’s activities will feature Pysanky Egg Art and will include storytelling, religious art and crafts, and hands-on projects. Crafts, both religious and secular, will be available as well as ethnic foods and baked goods. The Rev. Thomas Wesdock is pastor. For more information, phone 724-438-6027.
ST. OLIVER PLUNKETT, ST. MICHAEL ARCHANGEL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH IN FREDERICKTOWN, announces a charismatic Mass will be held Thursday at 6:30 p.m., presented by The River of Life Prayer Group. The Rev. Fred Byane from St. Vincent in Latrobe will be the celebrant. A hymn sing is held at 6:30 p.m. A covered-dish social will follow the Mass in the parish hall. The next charismatic Mass will be held Dec. 1.
ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 71 N. Gallatin Ave., Uniontown, will celebrate Reformation Sunday at 10:45 a.m. worship with the Rev. Paul N. Frank Jr. delivering the sermon “The Sound of a Hammer.’ Nursery is open to all infants during worship. Music director/senior choir director is William Dreucci. Organist is Judith VanBremen. For more information call 724-437-9000 or e-mail at begin spluc@dp.net spluc@dp.net end
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ST. PETER’S CHURCH, a parish of the Anglican Communion, 60 Morgantown St., Uniontown, will celebrate the Holy Eucharist Sunday at 8 and 10:30 a.m. Serving as chalice bearers and lectors will be David Hoover, Dr. Judith Taylor and Russell Rhodes. Acting as crucifer and acolytes will be Ryne Rhodes, Meridith Balas and Brennan Ruthardt. Nursery care for children kindergarten age and under is provided in the parish house for the 10:15 a.m. service. The Holy Eucharist and healing service is at noon on Wednesday. Altar Guild members for November will be Jeanne Litman, Frances Chaney, Debra Rhodes and Pamela Balas. The Rev. Thomas R. Finnie is the rector. For further information on church activities, phone 724-438-7731.
SIGNAL OF LIGHT FULL GOSPEL CHURCH, Edenborn, will have a healing and miracle service today at 6:30 p.m. Milton and Linda Dean will serve as elders. The Rev. George W. Cooper is pastor. For more information, phone 724-737-5250 or 724-438-1085.
SOLID ROCK MINISTRY- FAITH, HOPE, LOVE, 34 Millview St., Uniontown, announces a free coffee and doughnut ministry is in operation at the church Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. The food pantry is in operation Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. and by appointment. There is also praise and worship Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 7 p.m. Sunday coffee and fellowship is at 10 a.m. with praise and worship at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. The church welcomes Latrobe Gospel Singers on Sunday, Nov. 6 at 11 a.m. There will be a covered-dish dinner directly after the service. For more information, phone the Rev. Elmer “Buzz’ Hall at 724-880-4714.
SPRINGHILL FURNACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 2459 Springhill Furnace Road on Route 857, will hold a Halloween party for young and old will consist of games, prizes, food, a cake walk and fellowship on Saturday at 7 p.m. The church worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. with the Rev. George “Joey’ Hickok. This week’s greeter is Lois Lindsey and liturgist is Doreen Myers. Love in a Shoebox will be collected until Nov. 13. For more information regarding church activities, call 724-564-0136.
STREETS OF GOLD MINISTRY presents The Eighth Annual Streets of Gold Eastern Quartet Convention will take place at Four Points Sheraton in Greensburg today and Saturday with artists from Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Tennessee, Indiana, North Carolina, West Virginia, Ohio, Virginia and Texas. For more information, phone Streets of Gold at 412-372-0110.
TENT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Route 119, south of Uniontown on Tent Church Road, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. when lay pastor Harry Wilson brings the message “My Way or The Highway.’ Refreshments are served after worship. Birthday celebrants are Jason Detrick and Wendi Roycroft. Twin girls arrived Oct. 26 to parents Sean and Jackie Martin.
THIRD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 425 Union St., Uniontown, is announcing that the Rev. William Rodahaver, pastor of Vision, will present the message “You Were Made For a Mission’ at both Sunday’s 9 a.m. contemporary service and the 11 a.m. traditional service. Refreshments will be served between the services. A time of prayer is held in the chapel at 9:15 a.m. A 50-Year Member Celebration will be held in fellowship hall following the 11 a.m. worship service. A well-staffed nursery is available during both services for little children. There is ample parking with a special area for visitors, seniors and the handicapped. On Saturday, Nov. 5, Third Church will be hosting a Fall Carnival at 2 p.m. with food, games and fun for all ages. For more information on church activities, or to arrange transportation, phone the church office at 724-438-2529 or visit the Web site at www.3rdpres.org
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TRINITY UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, corner of Morgantown and West Fayette streets, Uniontown, worships at 11 a.m. Sunday when the Rev. Michael I. Orsted will bring the sermon “Do Not Grieve’ on this All Saints Remembrance Sunday. Erin Nass is liturgist. Jason Leone is acolyte. Following worship, a coffee fellowship will be hosted by Rob Drewery in the chapel. A nursery is provided during worship for children five and under. For more information, visit the Web site www.trinityupc.net
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TRIUMPHANT FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, 1411McClellandtown Road, announces a Kid’s Night Out will be held on the ball field on Saturday. Children up to and including sixth graders are invited to attend the party from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Seventh graders and up will party from 8 to 10 p.m. Randy Byers is in charge of this Fall Celebration.
On Sunday, fellowship and refreshments is from 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. the hour of worship. The Rev. Richter, assistant pastor, will preach the message “Near the Kingdom, But Lost.’ All evening services during the fall and winter months will be at 6:30 p.m. For more information, phone 724-
UNIONTOWN CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, 20 Robinson St., worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. when Brother Bob Stein will bring the message. Paula Ellsworth is worship leader. Haley Wable is the interlude musician. Paul DeFazio is acolyte. Jeremy Kendall is children’s storyteller. The chancel choir will provide special music under the direction of Jeremy Kendall. Nursery service is available for infants and preschoolers. The CBYF will meet after worship. There will be a NYC Bound parents’ meeting after worship. For more information, phone the office at 724-438-8372 or the pastor at 724-425-1866.
UNIONTOWN CHURCH OF CHRIST, 70 Roosevelt Drive, worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. with Pulpit Minister Tim Lively delivering the message. Sunday’s evening worship is at the church building at 6:30. There are services Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. For more information, phone 724-439-4747 or check the Web site at www.utowncofc.org
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UNITED BAPTIST CHURCH, 126 N. First St., Connellsville, will have Missionary Sunday Service on Oct. 30 at 11 a.m. with Minister Kay Brown, Associate Central Baptist Church, Pittsburgh, as speaker along with the children’s mime group. There is a fellowship dinner from 1 to 3 p.m. The Annual Men and Women’s Day Program is Sunday, Oct. 30 at 3:30 p.m. with the Rev. Jerome Stevenson, pastor of Morning Star Baptist Church, West Mifflin, as speaker along with the mass choir and congregation. The Rev. Albert L. Winfrey is pastor.
UNITED CHRISTIAN CHURCH, Malden Crossroads, California, is inviting the community to “Pack the Pew’ on Sunday. The day begins with Sunday school for all ages at 9 a.m. and worship at 10 a.m. Officials said, “A challenge was issued last week to see who could pack their pew so if you are looking for a church, come help us pack those pews. If you have a friend or family member who attends UCC, I’m sure they’d appreciate your seat in their pew. We aren’t interested in numbers, but we are interested in hearts and lives. Yours!’
WALNUT HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 132 Collier Road, Uniontown, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. The Rev. Arnold G. Husk will give the sermon “Is Silence Always Golden?’ The service is in observance of Reformation Day. For more information on church activities, phone 724-430-0131.
WHARTON FURNACE UNION CHURCH, located on the Wharton Furnace Road in Farmington, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Michael Musser delivering the message “Obeying the Word.’ Gail Carlins and Jason King will provide special music. For more information on church activities or to arrange transportation, phone the office at 724-329-4075 or 724-329-8908.
WORLD CHRISTIAN OUTREACH, Connellsville, sponsors the fourth annual Festival of Lights returns to Connellsville on Saturday, Nov. 5, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Connellsville Junior High East, located on Falcon Drive next to the senior high school. The Rev. Eric Detar, pastor of the New Stanton United Methodist Church, will bring his praise team and choir to the school at 6:30 p.m. so they will be performing while people are arriving for the Festival of Lights. The Rev. Terry Land of Virginia will begin the festival by blowing a shofar, a Hebrew trumpet made from a ram’s horn.
“There will be praise and worship groups from all over Pennsylvania,’ said Shirley Clawson, coordinator. “We have some dancers from West Virginia and Pennsylvania. We have mime teams this year. We have drama teams this year – vocal and dance. And we have a lot of pageantry.’
This year’s theme is “Festival of Lights: A Celebration of Jesus 2005. The King Is Coming!’ A love offering will be taken. The Rev. Don Smith is pastor of World Christian Outreach Ministries.
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CALIFORNIA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 227 Third St. at Liberty St., announces the California United Methodist Women are planning its second annual Creche Show on Sunday, Dec. 4 from noon to 3 and 5 to 8 p.m. in fellowship hall. More than 38 Nativity sets in different sizes, shapes, colors and made in many different countries will be on display. The display is free and open to the community. For more information, phone the church office at 724-938-2270.
CHURCH OF CHRIST AT NEMACOLIN will have a Thanksgiving rally Nov. 25-27 with Friday and Saturday services at 7 p.m. and Sunday services at 10:30 a.m. Another service time will be announced Sunday morning. Evangelist Don Pinon from Denver will be guest speaker. He has been an evangelist throughout the Midwest for more than 25 years. There will be a fellowship dinner following the Sunday morning service.
INTERFAITH ASSEMBLY FOR CHRIST CHURCH, 7 Butler St., Uniontown, announces the Malisia McShan Hill Missionary Society will have its annual penny rally on Nov. 13 at 4 p.m., featuring Anita Madia in concert. The Rev. Howard E. Dantzler is host pastor.
PIONEER TRAILS CLUSTER TRAVEL GROUP will travel Dec. 1-2 to Bethlehem, Pa., for the Christmas display and concert by the Van Trapp Children, the grandchildren of the original Van Trapp Family. For more information, phone the Rev. Gary Gregg at 724-632-3310.
TOURS PLANNED: A Germany/Austria Christmas market tour is set for Dec. 4-12 and includes historical castles and cathedrals as well as a cruise on the Danube River. For a detailed packet, call 1-800-242-0728 or fax 724-543-2938 or email begin padre16201@yahoo.com padre16201@yahoo.com end
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WORLD CHRISTIAN OUTREACH MINISTRY, 508 W. Georgia Ave., Connellsville, will hold a program for teen-agers entitled, “Sexual Integrity – the Value of Abstinence’ on Nov. 12 at 2 p.m. with free pop and pizza. Parents are welcome. RSVP to Ruth Smith at 724-628-9285.