Church briefs
Today through next week: ABUNDANT LIFE CHURCH, located at 1239 Brownfield Road, Uniontown, myabundantlife.org, worships Sunday at 9:15 and 10:45 a.m. Pastor Michael K. Wells will deliver the message “To Be Like Jesus.’ Small group Bible studies are offered at 9:30 a.m. Refreshments are served at 10:20 a.m.
ALLISON CHRISTIAN CHURCH announces The X-Factor Youth will board the bus at 8 a.m. today for the Battle Cry Rally in Philadelphia this weekend. The group includes 30 youths and 10 adult chaperones. The outreach committee will distribute envelopes for a blanket/tool kit campaign. Those wishing to donate are asked to return contributions by May 28. Applications for summer camp are due. See Stephanie McCormick if interested. This Sunday, worship is at 8 a.m. with elders Charlotte Hughes and Will Chambers, worship leader Rick Marker and junior church leader Paul Rosneck. The Rev. Michael Peton is pastor. The CWF/ Women of Faith have rescheduled their flea market/bake sale for Saturday, July 8.
ASBURY UNITED METH-ODIST CHURCH, corner of Beeson Avenue and Dunbar Street in Uniontown, will celebrate Mother’s Day with Asbury United Methodist Men conducting the service. Dr. Elwin Dickerson will deliver the message “Let Us’ at both the 9 and 11 a.m. services.
The more casual 9 a.m. worship service includes praise choruses led by song leader Barb Cruse, and special music by pianist Sharon Brown. A Mother’s Day breakfast will be held at 9:45 a.m., including all he ladies of the church and children.
The more traditional 11 a.m. service will include special music by the Asbury Chancel Choir, led by Jim Hutchinson, Asbury’s music director and organist. The children’s choir will sing with the chancel choir on the anthem “Heart of a Child.’ Children’s church will not be held this week so families can sit together. Loving Nursery Care is available for infants and children under 4. Children’s bulletins available for ages 3 to 7. Tele-receivers are available for the hearing impaired. Asbury Youth Fellowship meets from 4 to 6:30 p.m. for students in grades six through 12.
The weekly praise and worship service begins at 6:30 p.m. in fellowship hall with entrance on Dunbar Street. This is an informal contemporary worship service with praise music by Paul and Barb Cramer, Kevin Milliken and Paul Chiado and witness by Kevin Milliken. A time for fellowship begins at 6 p.m.
BREAD OF LIFE CHURCH, 15 Bouquet St., located near the corner of Connellsville and Bouquet streets, Uniontown, with the Revs. Brian and Sharon Kisner and the Revs. John and Kelley Broadwater, worships Sunday at 10:15 a.m. and 6 p.m. with live praise and worship, staffed nursery, youth group and children’s church. Evangelist Bill Carter appears on Sunday. Saturday Nite Live is at Outcrop on May 20 at 6 p.m. Outreach ministries include Uniontown Community Storehouse, Gospel on Wheels and Saturday Nite Live. For more information, phone 724-438-4882.
BROWNSVILLE FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST), 512 Second St., announces the annual mother/daughter banquet will be held Saturday at 6:30 p.m. All mothers and daughters are welcome to attend. The church meets for worship Sundays at 10:45 a.m. The Rev. Paul Sandusky is pastor. Nursery is available. For more information on church ministries, call 724-785-2488.
BROWNSVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHARGE announces Sunday worship will be 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 speak on “How to Have a Happy Home.’ This Sunday is Mother’s Day. 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 on Saturday, the CAC Ladies Ministry will host a Mother’s Day banquet at 6 p.m. Mother’s Day Sunday services begin at 10 a.m. with music by the CAC Praise Team and the Kid’s Choir. In honor of mothers, this service also features a mother/daughter special and a multimedia presentation. There is a midweek service Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. with Bible teaching from the Rev. Danny Aber. For more information, phone 724-438-5052 or visit the Web site at www.calvaryapostolicchurch.org.
CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH, located on McClellandtown Road, Route 21, Uniontown, worships Sunday at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Joe Ritz speaking and Jordon Connor and Sarah Trimbath presenting special music. Nursery and children’s classes are available for all services. Each Wednesday at 6:30 p.m., the congregation gathers for prayer and at 7 p.m. for a Bible study titled “A Walk Through Exodus’ taught by the Rev. Ron Hudson, while Children’s Patches and Grace ministry and youths also meet. On Sunday, May 28, at 6:30 p.m., Calling Levi will be in concert. For more information on church ministries, call 724-439-0301.
CALVARY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, located at Clark Street and Collins Avenue, Uniontown, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. The Rev. Maryann Long will bring the message “Divine Nourishment.’ The chancel choir will sing. A fully staffed nursery and babyland are available.
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF UNIONTOWN, 23 S. Gallatin Ave., will have a contemporary praise and worship service Saturday at 6 p.m. with the Rev. Art Mace giving the message and Greg Quarrick along with Erica presenting special music.
On Sunday, Mother’s Day, worship is at 10:30 a.m. when Mace, senior pastor, will give the sermon “Like the Love of a Mother’ and John Yukish will give the children’s sermon. Patty Roddy is the pastoral associate and Denise Zundel, director of music ministries, and the chancel choir will provide music. Morning announcements begin at 10:20 a.m. Nursery and pre-school care as well as children’s church for age 3 to third grade are available during morning worship. Chi Rho CYF will not meet this Sunday evening. For more information, phone 724-438-6821.
CHERRY TREE ALLIANCE CHURCH, 640 Cherry Tree Lane, Uniontown, across from Uniontown Wal-Mart, on Sunday offers contemporary worship at 8:30 a.m. and a traditional service at 10:45 a.m. The Rev. Jack Herman will give a special Mother’s Day message titled “A Mother’s Longing: The God-Given Passion to Protect, Prosper and Preserve Our Children.’ On Wednesday, there is a prayer cell at 11 a.m. Nursery care is provided for all Sunday morning services. For more information on church ministries, phone 724-437-6850.
CHRIST CHURCH, Anglican, 319 Church St., Browns-ville, celebrates Holy Eucharist this Sunday at 10:30 a.m. There is no KIDS-CHURCH at 10:25 a.m. Daily Holy Eucharist, except Friday, is in the church at 11:30 a.m. Bible Released Time for Senior High Public School students is Friday at 9:20 a.m. The Rev. Stanley Burdock is pastor. For further information on church ministries or directions to the church, phone 724-785-7958.
CHRIST UNITED METH-ODIST 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.
COMMUNITY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 1264 W. Penn Blvd., Uniontown, announces Sunday worship is at 9:30 a.m. Pastors are the Rev. Roger P. Howard and Daniel L. Brant. New members welcome. For more information, phone 724-437-4740.
CONFIRMING WORD MINISTRY, Fairview Avenue, Masontown, concludes its revival today at 7 p.m. with the Rev. Vincent Winfrey of Mount Olivet Baptist Church. The Rev. Solomon Dotson is pastor.
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, announces there will be a Mother’s Day Fellowship Brunch on Sunday at 10:30 a.m. with special music. Children’s church is at 10 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. Rolland O’Brien.
EAST LIBERTY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 169 Main St., Vanderbilt, announces Mother’s Day will be observed and Communion will be served at Sunday’s 11 a.m. worship. The Rev. Kent Lighthall will be guest speaker. For more information, check the Web site at www.forministry.com/USPAPCUSAELPCE/
FAIRCHANCE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 17 N. Morgantown St., celebrates Mother’s Day Sunday with worship at 10 a.m. The Rev. James Leonard, interim pastor, will share the message “The Story of Naomi and Ruth.’ Sunday at 6 p.m. Leonard continues his sermon series on “God’s Household, the Church’ while Good News Club for children in kindergarten through sixth grade and BYF for junior/senior high youths meet. Wednesday at 7 p.m., the congregation meets for prayer and Bible study. Childcare and transportation are available for all services.
FAIRCHANCE FREE METHODIST CHURCH, 53 S. Morgantown St., worships Sunday at 10:45 a.m. with the choir singing. The Rev. Paul Lesher will bring the message “MOM’ on the value of mothers. In addition, this Mother’s Day service will include special music, praise music, hymns, a time to express testimonies, prayer concerns and a special gift for each mother. Pre-school and junior church activities will be available for children. The church is handicapped accessible. For more information about church ministries, including children and youth ministries, individual, marriage and family counseling, phone the church office at 724-564-5000. Due to Mother’s Day, Family Night Ministries this Sunday will be suspended to encourage families to spend the day with their mothers.
FAITH ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 690 Morgantown Road, Uniontown, about one-half mile south of Big Lots, worships Sunday and 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. when the Rev. Don Immel continues a series of messages titled “A Place to Belong.’ This Sunday’s sermon is titled “A Place to Belong,’ focusing on fellowship. Each mother present will be honored with a gift for Mother’s Day. The 6 p.m. service will be suspended for this week.
Wednesday Family Night services begin at 7 p.m. with Royal Rangers and Missionettes for children, 212 Ministry for youths, and an adult Bible study titled “Concerning Spiritual Gifts’ led by Immel. Griefshare will also meet. A well-staffed nursery is available during all services and transportation can be arranged by calling 724-437-8101, ext. 118. More information on Faith Assembly and upcoming events can be found on the Web site at www.wordsoffaith.org.
FAITH CONNECTION MINISTRY, Poland Mines, eight miles south of Carmichaels on Route 88, worships Sunday at 11 a.m.
FALLEN TIMBERS COMMUNITY CHAPEL, 112 Fallen Timbers Road, located one mile north of Point Marion off Route 119, offers praise and worship service Sunday at 10:45 a.m. Bible study is Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Kids In Christ youth group meets Wednesday at 7 p.m. R. Scott Teets is pastor.
Cindy Sites and Commitment will be in concert at the chapel on Saturday, May 20, at 7 p.m. Born into a musical family, Sites started her career on stage at age 8 with The Ullery Family. She moved onto a solo career that has seen her share the stage with gospel artists such as Steve and Annie Chapman, Gold City and The Greenes. Sites has recorded seven projects on the American Christian Artist Label, working with producers such as Tim Greene, Kim Hopper and Roger Talley. One of her singles, “When Grace Stepped Forth,’ climbed to number 42 on the Singing News Magazine National Top 80. She recorded her right project “My Soul Desire’ independently. Sites married her musically talented husband, Trent, in 1982. Tragedy struck when their daughter, Jacqueline Renee, died at age 28 months. They were carried through this dark time with an unwavering faith, causing a focus to arise in their ministry to touch people who are hurting with a message of hope. Sites travels with her husband and son Jesse. The family has welcomes Steve Davis into the group known collectively as Cindy Sites and Commitment. Their first project, “The Other Side,’ had five original tunes. Because of their song-writing abilities, Jacqueline’s Voice Publishing originated. Commitment’s release of “Livin’ the Good Life’ will feature 10 original tunes. In August 2002, Commitment recorded three original songs written especially for the Relay for Life and performed at the National Relay for Life, Celebration on the Hill in Washington, D.C., in September 2002. In January 2003, Commitment performed at the West Virginia Fairs and Festivals Convention in Charleston.
For more information, phone the church at 724-725-1749 or check the Web site at www.fallentimberscommunitychapel.org.
FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER, 227 Little Summit Road, Dunbar, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. and Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. For more information, phone 724-628-8090.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF CLARKSVILLE will hold its three-day revival May 17-19 at 7 p.m. with the following guest speakers: May 17 – the Rev. Kamau Wilson, pastor of Little Zion Baptist Church in Jefferson; May 18 – the Rev. Chuck House, pastor of Clarksville Christian Church; May 19 – the Rev. Richard Calloway, pastor of Mount Ararat Baptist Church in Cardale. The Rev. James C. Cherry Sr. is chairman. Repast will be held after church service.
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GRINDSTONE, located at 529 Grindstone Road, gathers for worship at 10:45 a.m. Sunday with Larry Smith, minister. For more information, phone the church at 724-785-2774.
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF NEW SALEM, 800 New Salem Road, 3.4 miles west of Route 40, will have coffee and doughnuts and fellowship this Sunday from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. in the main lobby. The church worships Sunday at 10:45 a.m. with Bible-based sermons by the Rev. Andy Miles and weekly Communion. Call for Sunday evening services schedule. Youth group for grades seven to 12 (junior and senior high) meets Sunday at 7 p.m. There is Wednesday Bible study for all ages at 7 p.m. For more information on church ministries, phone the 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 the Rev. J.W. Hormell will deliver the message “Mother and Brother’ during Sunday’s 10:55 a.m. Mother’s Day worship service. Blanket Sunday will be observed. Officials said, “Warm wool blankets provide tools of hope as Church World Service responds to disaster and emergency situations here in the United States and around the world.’ The chancel choir will sing. A time for children is held during the service, followed by a staffed nursery and second hour directed by Rita Ballone and Donna Johnson. Brenda DelSignore is worship leader. Amber Harris is acolyte. Anna Stump will greet the congregation. For more information on church activities, phone the office at 724-246-9387.
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 114 W. Church St., Fairchance, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. The Rev. Philip Elliott, guest minister, will give the sermon “A Godly Woman.’ Choir is under the direction of organist Marcia Goisse. Amy Lewis is pianist. Mike Harmon is head usher for May. Randy Grimm is liturgist. Ushers are Beth Rich, Jeremy Rich, Amy Lewis and Kathleen Hockenberry. Jeremy Rich is acolyte. Dana Zinck has the nursery. For more information on church activities, phone 724-564-2042.
FORT BURD UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF BROWNSVILLE, located at 200 Thornton Road, next to the hospital, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. with guest speaker Richard Kara, who will deliver the message “A Mother’s Love.’ There will be a special time for youths. There is a staffed nursery available for children age 4 and younger that is sponsored by the deacons. The Sunday school will give a gift to the women of the church following worship in honor of Mother’s Day. Flowers for Pentecost Sunday may be ordered through May 21. For more information on church activities, phone 724-785-3080.
GARWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH, Route 481, 637 Scenic Drive near Daisytown, will hold a Mother’s Day breakfast on Sunday at 9:30 a.m. Worship is at 11 a.m. For more information, call 724-938-7431.
GIG COFFEE HOUSE, Route 857, south toward Fairchance in the Old Wynn Bargain Store, welcomes UnWritten in concert today from 8 to 10 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. For more information, visit the Web site at gigcoffeehouse.com.
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 “God’s Gracious Offer of Forgiveness.’ Frank Hladinec will bring special music. Wednesday service, prayer meeting begins at 7 p.m. Nursery is provided. For more information, phone the office at 724-437-3401.
GRACE COMMUNITY CHURCH, holding services at the South Union Township Fire Department Social Hall located at 364 S. Mount Vernon Ave., Uniontown, worships Sunday at 10 a.m. with Margie Roby singing and at 6 p.m. with a song by the ensemble. There is also a service Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Special services are also held for youths. On Saturday, May 20, the men will have a prayer breakfast. Time and location will be announced. Justin Argabright is pastor. For more information, phone 724-438-4850 or visit the Web site at www.gracecc.us.
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 office at 724-437-6161 provides transportation and a nursery. This is Mother’s Day. There is no BYF. On Wednesday, BYF and Bible study begin at 6 p.m. ABM Breakfast is Saturday, May 20, and there is a fishing rodeo at Hutchinson’s Sportsman’s Club for youths.
HOPEWELL UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 400 Hopewell Road, Browns-ville, celebrates Mother’s Day Sunday at 11 a.m. worship, when the Rev. Gail E. Mason’s message is “Sons and Daughters of Encouragement.’ The annual Election Day (May 16) Soup and Sandwich luncheon will be held from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Take-out orders can be made by phone after 10 a.m. at 724-246-8010. Janet Adam-ovich is organist.
KLONKIKE CLERGY ASSOCIATION, representing the churches of Masontown and McClellandtown, is sponsoring the annual CROP Walk in Masontown on Sunday, May 21. Walkers will seek donations for sponsors. Twenty-five percent of the money stays in Masontown and McClellandtown. The other 75 percent goes to Church World Service. This year there will be a two-mile as well as the traditional 6-mile walk, both beginning and ending at German-Masontown park. Registration begins at 1 p.m. and the walk begins at 1:30 p.m. Sponsor forms are available from local churches or contact the Rev. Bob Lewis, walk coordinator, at 724-583-9207. Walkers should prepare for the weather as the walk is held rain or shine. For more information, contact Lewis.
LAUREL MOUNTAIN BAPTIST CHURCH, located one mile north of the Mason-Dixon Line, Route 381, worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. For more information, phone 724-329-4707 or visit the Web site at www.laurelmtnbaptist.org. The Rev. Dr. Michael George is pastor.
LOVE OUTREACH CHURCH, Village of Phillips on Peach Lane in Uniontown, will have revival with Tammy (Rhodes) Gordon Saturday and Sunday at 7 p.m. Gordan is the daughter of Raymond Rhodes of Fairchance. She and her father are a Southern gospel-singing duet who have performed in local churches and coffeehouse, including the Free Spirit’s Gospelfest at the Cross in Jumonville, Gospel Rays Spring Sing in Laurelville, the Covered Bridge in Carmichaels and the First Annual Singing Convention at the Phillips Gospel Coffee House. She also preaches.
Love Outreach has a praise and worship service Sundays at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Margaret Jo Friedhof bringing the message. Special music will be performed by The Harvest Aires Gospel Singers and Bob Denny. The church will be in revival May 20-21 with Jim Teets of Friendsville, Md. 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, worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. with special music by the M.C.F. Praise and Worship Team and a special gift for mothers. Wednesday Bible study is at 7 p.m. Thursday prayer is at 7 p.m. The Rev. David White is pastor. For more information, phone 724-785-4280.
MASONTOWN BRETHREN CHURCH worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. when the Rev. Stephen S. Cole will give the sermon “The World’s Meanest Mom.’ Special guest “Edith Ann’ will present a new opportunity for the church and every woman present will receive a gift.
MCCLELLANDTOWN FRIDAY MEN’S CLUB will have its first meeting today at 7 p.m. at the McClellandtown Free Methodist Church Parsonage. Officials said, “All men welcome and invited to attend a Christian Men’s Club where stewardship and leadership will be discussed and taught so that men will be made aware of their spiritual responsibilities in their homes, communities, nation and Church.’
MCCLELLANDTOWN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Route 21, Church Hill, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m., when Pastor William E. Lawson delivers the sermon “Biblical Mothers.’ The adult choir will present special music, accompanied by church organist Janet Adamovich.
Both walkers and sponsors are needed for the seventh annual CROP walk on May 21, beginning and ending in German-Masontown Park. For more information, contact leaders Michael and Linda Bork at 724-737-1143.
MORNING STAR BAPTIST CHURCH, Newell, announces Sunday worship begins at 10 a.m. Wednesday night Bible study/prayer meeting is at 7 p.m. A ladies’ tea will be held at noon on Saturday, May 20. For more information on church activities, phone 724-938-7937.
MOUNT ARARAT CHURCH IN CARDALE concludes a revival today at 7 p.m. Refreshments and sandwiches will be served on the last night. The Rev. Richard Calloway is pastor.
MOUNT MORIAH BAPTIST CHURCH, 30 Church St., Smithfield, worships Sunday at 8:30 a.m., led by Pastor Darrell Edgar with music by 70 Disciples. A time of fellowship and refreshments will follow. The 10:45 a.m. service will be led by the Rev. Jay Hurley who will deliver the sermon “You Go Girl.’ Children’s dedication will be held. For more information, phone 724-569-4847.
MOUNT OLIVET BAPTIST CHURCH, 51 Stewart Ave., Uniontown, will host its annual homecoming on Sunday, May 21, in the sanctuary. The 8 a.m. message will be delivered by the Rev. Vincent L. Winfrey Sr., followed by Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. and the message at 11 a.m. will be delivered by the Rev. Terry Davis, pastor of Newness of Life Ministries in Monessen. Revival services will be held May 24-26 at 7 p.m. with the Rev. Kaiser W. Jones Jr., pastor of Refuge Baptist Church of Columbus, Ohio.
NEW GENEVA BAPTIST CHURCH, Front Street, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m., when the Rev. Robert J. Robinson delivers the message “Sacrifice and Example.’ Marcellus Evans and Glorybound Express will present special music. Children’s church is at 10 a.m.
NEW SALEM PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 27 S. Mill St., worships Sunday at 11 a.m. The Rev. Norma Murphy will lead the service. Ushers for May are Marty Bavetz, Hobie Carroll, Bob Cole and Paul Gmutza. Congregational greeters are Fran Collins and Alieen Clay. A nursery is provided during worship for children 6 and under. Nursery attendants this Sunday are Lou and Emily Nagy. The fellowship time after worship will be hosted by the fellowship committee. There will be a blood drive at the church on Friday, May 26, from noon until 6 p.m.
OAK HILL BAPTIST CHURCH, 100 Old Frame Road, Smithfield, located off Route 119 between Smithfield and New Geneva, will observe Family Night today at 6 p.m. The movie “Narnia’ will be shown, followed by light refreshments. There is no charge and no donations will be requested. No nursery will be available. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
The Sunday worship service and Sunday school for those through third grade will begin at 9 a.m. with the Rev. Philip Elliott bringing the sermon. A nursery is provided. Fellowship will follow in the narthex. A chicken-and-biscuit dinner will be held on Election Day, May 16, from noon until 7 p.m. A car wash will be held on the side lot on the same day from 3 to 6:30 p.m. by the Baptist Youth Fellowship. For more information, call 724-569-0722 or 724-583-9335.
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 “The News From Lake Wobegon: The Motherhood Survey.’ Greeters will be Emma Lee and Donna Marks. Special music will be provided by PV choir. Acolytes will be Michel and Nicholas Payton. Helen Kester will be Small Talker. For more information, phone 724-677-2149.
POINT MARION UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, located on the corner of Route 119 and Broadway Street, worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Karen Gray will preach a sermon titled “At Home in a Vineyard.’
REHOBOTH PRESBYERIAN CHURCH, located about a mile from Allen’s Crossroads on Rehoboth Road, will hold a flea market on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Food will also be sold. The proceeds will continue the Rehoboth Deacons’ group program of sending care packages to local service men and women stationed in Iraq and to an orphanage in Afghanistan, managed by servicemen and servicewomen. For more information, phone the church at 724-929-7020.
REVERE FREE METH-ODIST CHURCH announces Sunday worship at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. There will be a Mother’s Day program during morning worship with recitations by the children from the nursery and children’s church. Wednesday prayer and praise is at 7 p.m. The food pantry is in operation. Call the Rev. Dale E. Sickles at 724-437-9435. Bill and Judy Jones will be in concert at the 11 a.m. and 7p.m. services on May 21, singing Southern gospel music.
ROSCOE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 300 Main St., announces in honor of the women, choir director Tina Bolin has created a special arrangement of the hymn “She Will Be Called Blessed,’ which the choir will sing at Sunday’s 10 a.m. worship service. Bolin will direct and accompany the choir on digital piano. The hymn includes a duet by soprano choir members Linda Hixenbaugh and Lorraine Kelly. “Mom’ is the title of the Mother’s Day meditation given by the Rev. Dr. John Rankin. Chancel bouquets of yellow roses will honor the memory of Janet Ray Jones, given by her husband, Jack Jones, in honor of their 37-year marriage. Mrs. Jones was a much-loved, long-time active member of the church and soprano soloist in the chancel choir. The Janet Ray Circle of the church’s Presbyterian Women was named in her honor. The loose offering will go for support of the missions of the deacons. Mother’s Day worship greeter is Bonnie Lewis. Each woman attending will receive a small gift given by the Janet Ray Circle. Due to anticipated family celebrations, there will be no choir practice following the service.
ST. ANDREW’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, 307 High St., Brownsville, worships Sunday at 9 a.m. with the Rev. Jack Hernstrom. Communion is celebrated every Sunday. Worshippers gather downstairs the first and third Sundays for fellowship after worship. For more information, phone 724-785-3970.
ST. GEORGE MARONITE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 6 Leba-non Terrace, Uniontown, announces the annual May crowning ceremony will take place on Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy. Emily Brower will serve as May Queen. Her escort will be Anthony Howard. Her court will be made up of members of the Maronite Youth Organization and members of the First Communion Class. Ronda Risha is director of religious education. The Rev. Joseph R. David is pastor. A reception will follow in the social hall.
ST. GEORGE SERBIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH IN CAR-MICHAELS recognizes the work of nurses in all aspects of health care during National Nurses Week. St. George has a parish nurse practitioner. A number of parishioners work and have worked as nurses in a variety of settings. Many parishioners through the years have benefited from the quality care of nurses. In the Gospel of Mathew, Jesus speaks about the importance of caring for the sick and the suffering. Officials said, “The important work of nurses deserves recognition throughout the year.’ The Rev. Rodney Torbic is pastor of St. George.
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH IN PERRYOPOLIS, located off Route 51, will host a special presentation titled “Understanding Islam: Do They Really Hate Us?’ on Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the social hall. Dr. Frances Leap, an associate professor of religious studies and theology at Seton Hill University in Greensburg, will lead the event. The Rev. John T. Euker is pastor. There is no charge for admission. For more information, call 724-736-4442.
ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 50 Jefferson Ave., Uniontown, will have “A Day of Prayer: To Remain Faithful to the Lord in Firmness of Heart’ on Thursday. Eucharistic adoration is from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Divine Chaplet is at 3 p.m. Rosary is at 6 p.m.
ST. PAUL’S AFRICAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH, 187 Morgantown St., Uniontown, announces The Christian Men’s Fellowship Breakfast will be held at the church on Saturday at 9 a.m. This breakfast is open to all men. There is no charge and no denominational barriers. Officials said, “The purpose of this gathering is for men to come together as One Body in Praise and Worship to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Bring a friend.’ For more information, phone 724-437-0974 or 724-547-8626. The Rev. Alfred L. Thompson Jr. will be the speaker during Sunday’s 11 a.m. worship service. Music will be rendered by God’s Choir. There will not be an evening service. The church will host a singles conference May 19-20, featuring keynote speaker Cheryl Martin, who was a news anchor and host on the national cable network BET.
ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 71 N. Gallatin Ave., Uniontown, will have a contemporary/healing worship service on Saturday at 6 p.m. where the praise band under the direction of Richard Workman will play.
The church observes Mother’s Day at Sunday’s 10:45 a.m. worships service. The Rev. Paul N. Frank Jr. will deliver the sermon “Love Comes From God and Love Leads to God.’ Nursery is open to all infants during worship. For more information, call 724-437-9000 or e-mail at spluc@dp.net or visit the Web site at www.stpaulselcauniontown.org.
ST. PETER’S CHURCH, a parish of the Anglican Communion, 60 Morgantown St., Uniontown, will celebrate the Holy Eucharist on Sunday at 8 and 10:30 a.m. Serving as chalice bearers and lectors will be David Hoover, Robert Springer and Meridith Balas. Acting as crucifer and acolytes are Karen Warren, David Whyel and Michelle Waggett. The Holy Eucharist and Healing Service is Wednesday at noon. The Rev. Thomas R. Finnie is the rector. For further information on church activities, phone 724-438-7731 or visit the Web site www.churchstpeters.org.
ST. PETER’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH OF AMERICA, 121 Walnut Hill Road, Uniontown, announces Sunday worship service is at 10:30 a.m. with Holy Communion. The Rev. Herbert D. Dubler, a retired pastor of the Southwestern Pennsylvania Synod of the ELCA, who is a member of St. Peter’s, will preside at worship and deliver the message. The Rev. Bernard W. Carl is pastor. For more information, phone 724-439-4730 or e-mail the pastor at PastorCarl9@aol.com.
SERVANT SONG MINISTRIES, 720 E. Greene St., Waynesburg, announces May 19 is the deadline for registration for May 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. is contemplative prayer, day retreat with the Rev. Betty Voigt that examines this simple way of praying. Registration deadline is May 19. For more information or to register, phone 724-852-2133.
SIGNAL OF LIGHT FULL GOSPEL CHURCH, McClellandtown, welcomes the Rev. Dee Cash from Rattan, Okla., on May 11-12. For more information, phone 724-737-5250.
SOLID ROCK APOSTOLIC PENTECOSTAL CHURCH, 3320 Old McClellandtown Road, McClellandtown, worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. and Wednesday at 7 p.m. There is a prayer service Friday at 7:30 p.m. There is prayer 45 minutes before each service. Bring a friend. The Rev. Leslie Fuller is pastor. For more information, phone 724-785-3457.
SOLID ROCK MINISTRY – FAITH, HOPE, LOVE, 34 Millview St., Uniontown, announces a car wash will be held Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Advance Auto Sales, Route 21, Uniontown, to benefit the ministry. Sunday fellowship is from 9 to 10 a.m. Sunday worship is at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Nursery is available at 11:30 a.m. for children age 1 to 6. Morning fellowship is offered 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. A free clothing giveaway is offered Monday through Friday from 8 to 10 a.m. There is also family Bible study Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 7 p.m. The church presents Dee Cash Hall, prophetess, vocalist and pianist on Tuesday at 7 p.m. and an outdoor concert with Street Level from Butler on Saturday, May 20, at 7 p.m. A picnic dinner will be served right after the concert. For more information, phone the Rev. Elmer “Buzz’ Hall at 724-880-4714.
SPRINGHILL FURNACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 2459 Springhill Furnace Road on Route 857, worships Sunday at 7 a.m. with guest speaker Kenneth VanSickle. This week’s greeter is Charlie Clark and liturgist is Janet Null. The Women’s Association Birthday Offering will be collected. In honor of Memorial Day, each family is asked to bring live flowers to decorate the flowering cross for 9:30 a.m. worship. For more information regarding church activities, phone 724-564-0136.
STANLEY L. ROBERTS MINISTRIES presents Southern gospel recording artists Bill and Joan Cox from Oklahoma City, Okla., on Saturdays, May 13 and 20, at the Myrna Harvey School of Dance, 30 W. Church St., Fairchance. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with the program beginning at 7 p.m. A free-will offering will be accepted. For further information, phone 724-564-1708.
TENT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Route 119, south of Uniontown on Tent Church Road, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m., when Harry Wilson brings the message “The Woman Who Impressed God.’ Refreshments will be served after worship. For further information, phone 724-564-2919.
THIRD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 425 Union St., (Craig Meadows) Uniontown, announces the Rev. Dr. Mark Ross will speak Sunday during the 9 a.m. contemporary worship service and 11 a.m. worship service. There is ample parking with a special area for visitors, seniors and the handicapped. A well-staffed nursery is available for little children. 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.
TRINITY UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, corner of Morgantown and West Fayette streets, Uniontown, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. when the children of the Sunday school and weekly after-school Kids’ Club will present a special Mother’s Day program. The worship service will be led by the children under the direction of Christian education assistant Terry Sharp. They will also present special vocal and hand-chime selections, directed by Sandy Shoemaker and Jason Keefer. Chelsea Zoretic will serve as acolyte for May. After worship a coffee fellowship will be hosted in the chapel by the Christian education committee. A nursery is provided during the worship hour for children 5 and under. For more information on church ministries, visit the Web site www.trinityupc.net.
TRIUMPHANT FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, 1411 McClellandtown Road, announces The Down East Boys, who sing Southern gospel, will be in concert today at 7 p.m. The church offers fellowship and refreshments will be served in the Henry Mick fellowship hall Sunday from 10:30 a.m. until 11 a.m., the hour of worship. The Rev. Tom Barnhart Jr. will preach a Mother’s Day sermon. For more information, phone 724-437-5980.
UNIONTOWN CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, 20 Robinson St., worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. A. Harrison Smith will bring the message “Strengthening the Fort.’ Special music will be provided in honor of Mother’s Day by the children’s choir under the direction of Michele Means. The chancel choir will also provide special music. Judith Means is worship leader. Clara Kendall is children’s storyteller. Kayla Means is acolyte. Aaron Means is interlude musician. For more information, phone the church 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 p.m. For more information, phone 724-439-4747 or check the Web site at www.utowncofc.org.
UNIONTOWN CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE, located on Jeffreys Lane off Route 857, observes Mother’s Day Sunday. Worship is at 10:50 a.m. Children’s church starts at 11:15 a.m. The church offers a Bible study and prayer meeting Wednesday at 7 p.m. The Rev. Bill and Joan Cox will evangelize in music and message May 21-24. The Rev. Howard Foust is pastor. For more information on church activities, phone 724-437-1035.
UNIONTOWN FREE METHODIST CHURCH, 300 Evans St., located at the corner of Euclid Avenue and Evans Street one block from the B.J. Mundel furniture store on Uniontown’s East End, is hosting a yard sale, rain or shine, to benefit the children’s ministries from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday. Coffee, doughnuts, pop and hot dogs will be available for purchase. Mother’s Day will be celebrated during Sunday worship at 8:30 and 11 a.m. and during 10 a.m. Sunday school. A gift will be given to each woman. The teens of the church will present Teen Talent Time at 6 p.m. in the sanctuary. An offering will be taken to purchase construction materials for an educational structure to be built during the youth mission trip to Gusave, Mexico, in June. For more information, phone the Rev. James B. Jobes, senior pastor, at 724-438-3438.
WALNUT HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 132 Collier Road, Uniontown, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m., when the Rev. Arnold G. Husk will deliver the sermon “Taking Things in Stride.’ For more information on church activities, phone 724-430-0131.
WHARTON FURNACE UNION CHURCH, located on the Wharton Furnace Road in Farmington, announces the Mother-Daughter Tea will be held today at 6 p.m. Adam Wardman will do a puppet show and Gail Carlins will provide special music selections.
The church worships Sunday at 11 a.m. Congregational greeters and ushers are Jason King and James Doughty. Adam Wardman will serve as acolyte. Gary Livengood is worship leader. The Rev. David Wardman will bring the message “What Is a Christian Mother?’ Gail Carlins, director of music ministries, accompanied by Jason King and the adult choir, will provide special music. Prayer meeting and Bible study will be held Wednesday at 7 p.m. For more information on church activities or to arrange transportation, phone the office at 724-329-4075 or 724-438-3109.
WHITE HOUSE FREE METHODIST CHURCH, located five miles south of Fairchance on Route 857 near Rich’s Garden Center, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. with the Rev. George McLaughlin as speaker. Special ministry in music will be by Judy Hileman and in song by Belinda Hoone. Instrumentalists are Mark and Paul Bennett. The 7 p.m. service will have Barbara Meadows with time to share. A nursery is provided for all services. For more information, phone the church office at 724-564-4765.