Church briefs
May 26, 2006 Vacation Bible School
BROWNSVILLE FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST), 512 Second St., will hold Bible school June 12-16 at the church. For more information, call 724-785-2488.
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF NEW SALEM, 800 New Salem Road, Uniontown, offers Daily Vacation Bible School – Trading Places June 4-9 from 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. Theme is “Jesus Makes a World of Difference.’ For more information, phone 724-245-2741.
POINT MARION UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 502 Morgantown St., will offer Adventure of the Treasure Seekers June 5-9 from 6 to 9 p.m. with classes for preschool through high school. There will be music, crafts and refreshments. For more information, phone 724-725-3366.
SPRINGHILL FURNACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 2459 Springhill Furnace Road on Route 857, will have Vacation Bible School June 12-16 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Lunch is provided daily. This year’s theme is “The Incredible Race.’ There will be a covered-dish dinner followed by the closing program on Friday, June 16 at 6 p.m. Contact Renee Dillow at 724-564-0136 to register.
TRINITY UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, corner of Morgantown and West Fayette streets, Uniontown, announces Vacation Bible School registrations are being received through the office at 724-437-2709 for the week of June 12-16. Classes for children three through 12 are available, beginning at 6 p.m. and concluding at 8:30 p.m.
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SUMMER READING CAMP: Several Presbyterian churches in the Uniontown area are working together to provide two summer reading camps that are designed to help children who have been in first and second grades and are reading below grade levels. Each camp will be staffed with trained teachers who will work with four students. All adult leadership will have their state police clearance. The program will consist of individual instruction, group activities, crafts and computer review as well as a snack time. The camps are offered free of charge to parents and are being funded through a grant by the National Organization of Presbyterian Women.
The first camp will be held at the New Salem Presbyterian Church June 19-July 6 from 9 a.m. to noon, Monday through Thursday each week. This camp is limited to 12 students. Those interested in enrolling should call 724-245-2200.
The second camp will be held at Trinity United Presbyterian Church of Uniontown from July 10-27 from 9 a.m. to noon, Monday through Thursday each week. This camp is limited to 12 students. Those wishing to enroll should register by calling 724-439-2824.
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ALLISON CHRISTIAN CHURCH announces donations for Blanket Sunday and Tools for Hope are due this Sunday. Pentecost special offering will be collected this Sunday and on Pentecost, June 4. The outreach ministry will have a balloon launch on Sunday in honor of veterans for Memorial Day. Sunday worship begins at 9 a.m. Elders are Bob Peton and Rick Marker. Worship leader is Rick Marker. Junior church leader is Denise Marker. The Rev. Michael Peton is pastor.
ASBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, corner of Beeson Avenue and Dunbar Street in Uniontown, announces the Asbury Youths vs. Asbury Adults basketball game scheduled for today at 7 p.m. at the YMCA has been cancelled and will be rescheduled at a later date.
Sunday’s more casual 9 a.m. worship service includes the Rev. Thomas Brown’s message “Are You Qualified?’ praise choruses led by song leader Barb Cruse, and special music by pianist Sharon Brown.
The more traditional 11 a.m. service will include Brown’s message and special music by the Asbury Chancel Choir, led by Jim Hutchinson, organist and music director. Mary Margaret LaCava is worship leader. Children’s church is available for those in kindergarten through second grade. Loving Nursery Care is available for infants and children under 4. Children’s bulletins available for ages three to seven. Tele-receivers are available for the hearing impaired.
Graduates are reminded to return their graduate information to the church office no later than May 28 for recognition on Sunday, June 4. Asbury Youth Fellowship meets from 4 to 6:30 p.m. for students in grades six through 12. The youths are having a car wash on June 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the driveway between the church and parsonage.
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 a message by Paul Cramer on Max Lucado’s book “Come Thirsty.’ A time for fellowship begins at 6 p.m. with dessert and beverages served.
BEULAH BAPTIST CHURCH, 29 High House St., Smithfield, will hold its 82nd Men and Women’s Day on Sunday, June 4. Schedule includes 9:55 a.m. Sunday school with Superintendent Duane Pratt, 11:15 a.m. worship with the Rev. Dewvaul Tracy Jr., pastor, and 3:15 p.m. worship with the Rev. Clifford Carter, pastor of Antioch Baptist Church in Belle Vernon and moderator of the Youghiogheny Western Baptist Association. He will be accompanied by his choir and congregation. Theme is “From Distress to Joy.’ Toni Tracy is program chairwoman. Christine Martin is co-chairwoman. Dinner will be served immediately following morning worship. For more information, phone 724-569-5380.
BREAKTHROUGH WORSHIP CENTER, located on Ferguson Road in Mount Braddock, worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. with contemporary worship led by the praise band and Extreme Adventures Children’s Ministry will meet during worship. During the continued recovery of the Rev. Adam Lawson, the church welcomes the Rev. Mike Robinson of Passion Fellowship International will be speaker for the morning worship and the Rev. Jim Teets of Western Maryland Christian Center for the 6 p.m. worship service. The church also worships Thursdays at 7 p.m. The church will hold Friday Night Worship on June 2 at 7 p.m. Other ministries include Women’s Workout, Intercessory Prayer, Fresh Fire Ministries and Ministry Mentorship Program. For more information, directions or prayer, call the church at 724-569-9549.
BROWNSVILLE AREA MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION will hold its spring luncheon on Thursday, June 8 at 11:30 a.m. at the Thompson House, Water Street, Brownsville. Teachers and helpers of the Bible Released Time Program in the Brownsville Area public schools will be the pastors’ guests.
BROWNSVILLE FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST), 512 Second St., meets for worship Sundays at 10:45 a.m. The Rev. Paul Sandusky is pastor. Nursery is available. A graduation tea will be held following church on June 4. Blood drive is scheduled for June 6 from 1 to 7 p.m. (Note time change.) Father’s Day dinner will be held June 8 at 6:30 p.m. 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. David Lindberg, guest speaker, will give the message “God’s Gift-Eternal Life.’ The Rev. Paul E. Wilson Sr. is pastor. Next Sunday is recognition of graduates. On June 6, Ladies’ Aid meets at South Church. Bring your lunch, dessert will be provided. 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 at 7 p.m., there will be a Reunion Concert featuring Three Rivers Gospel Quartet, Crimson Stream Quartet, CAC Drama Team and CAC Praise Team. There is no admission charge. Sunday services begin at 10 a.m. with music by the CAC Praise Team and Jennie Partyka. 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 Website 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 Jamie Shutz presenting special music. The church welcomes Calling Levi in concert at 6:30 p.m. Calling Levi consists of two married couples: Mark and Tammy Lashey and Rob and Stephanie Leight. Tammy and Stephanie are sisters who met Mark and Rob while attending Liberty University. Following graduation, the four joined the mission’s organization, World Help, based in Forest, Va. They sang with Mission for four years. The Leights then spent one year with the Children of the World orphan choir sponsored by World Help. The four finished their time at World Help and relocated to Delaware. This group has traveled all over the world and the United States. They just released their third CD entitled “A Glimpse of You.’ A free-will offering will be taken. More information can be obtained at www.callinglevi.com
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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 “What Are You Looking For?’ 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 John and Kathy Yukish as praise leaders.
On Sunday, worship is at 10:30 a.m. when the Rev. Art Mace, senior pastor, will give the sermon “Memories of Comfort’ and the children’s message. Patty Roddy is the pastoral associate and Kenann Hruby will be guest organist. Morning announcements begin at 10:20 a.m. 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 contemporary worship at 8:30 a.m. and a traditional service at 10:45 a.m. with the Rev. Jack Herman delivering the message in both morning services. 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., Brownsville, celebrates Holy Eucharist this Sunday at 10:30 a.m. The church will honor deceased veterans and pray for those currently serving in the Armed Forces. On Monday, the church office will be closed in observance of Memorial Day. Holy Eucharist will be in the church at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Saturday, there will be a work bee from 8 a.m. until noon. The Rev. Stanley Burdock is pastor. For further information on church ministries or directions to the church, phone 724-785-7958.
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.
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.
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 J. Smith Sr. Children’s church is also at 11 a.m. There is special music. 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.
DUNLAP’S CREEK CHURCH, 502 Twin Hills Road, Merrittstown, also known as the Old Stone Church, welcomes Ross Ackinclose as guest minister to Sunday’s 11 a.m. worship service.
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 “Memorial Day Remembered,’ remembering those who have sacrificed their lives for freedom. In addition, the service will include special music, praise music, patriotic hymns and a time to express testimonies. 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. Family Night Ministries, which includes youth and children’s ministry and a Bible study for adults, takes place Sundays at 7 p.m. for children in grades one through 12 and adults.
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 concludes a series of messages entitled “A Place to Belong.’ This Sunday’s sermon is entitled “A Place to Serve,’ focusing on ministry. The evening service will be held at 5 p.m. at the amphitheater at Kentuck Campground as part of the family camp. There will be an informal time of praise and worship.
Wednesday Family Night services begin at 7 p.m. with Royal Rangers and Missionettes for children, 212 Ministry for youths and Griefshare. Missionary Jim Sabella, special guest, will share the challenges and needs of his ministry in Central Europe.
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
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FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF NEW SALEM, 800 New Salem Road, 3.4 miles west of Route 40, turn at Sheetz plaza and proceed 3.4 miles west on New Salem Road, worships Sunday at 10:45 a.m. with Bible-based sermons by the Rev. Andy Miles and weekly Communion. Church members will host a salad luncheon immediately after worship in honor of Miles’ 10th anniversary at the church. There will be no Sunday evening services this week. Youth group for grades seven to 12 (junior and senior high) meets Sunday at 7 p.m. There is Wednesday Bible study for adults 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 “God is Love’ during Sunday’s 10:55 a.m. A time for children is held during the service, followed by a staffed nursery and second hour directed by Rita Ballone and Donna Johnson. Glenda Logston is worship leader. Emily Murray is acolyte. Ernie and Bernice Bradmon 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 Holy People.’ Choir is under the direction of organist Marcia Goisse. Amy Lewis is pianist. Mike Harmon is head usher for May. Bill Zinck is liturgist. Ushers are Dana Zinck, Bill Zinck, and Carol and Walter Halterman. Jeremy Rich is acolyte. Joshua DuBois has the nursery. Communion will be served at the June 4 service. For more information on church activities, phone 724-564-2042.
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 102 W. Church Ave., Masontown, announces breakfast is served at 9:30 a.m. each Sunday to the Sunday school children. The church worships Sunday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Dave Crable giving the sermon “What does putting your house in order meant to you?’ The adult choir will sing under the direction of Robin Carr. Helency and Peter Sisko are greeters. Rachael Lowery and Shawn Lowery are acolytes. Kisa Nolan has the Minute for Mission. The next free community meal is May 30 from 4 to 7 p.m. May. For more information, phone the office at 724-583-7840.
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 the Rev. Sandra McCain, who will deliver the message “Elisha’s Last Sermon.’ There will be a special time for youths. The adult choir, directed by Thomas Rishel, will sing. There is a staffed nursery available for children age four and younger that is sponsored by the deacons. The calendar of events for June will be available. This is the last Sunday for the regular Sunday school program, which will resume on Labor Day. Beginning June 4, there will be a combined Sunday school class for preschool-aged children through sixth grade as part of worship time at 11 a.m. For more information on church activities, phone 724-785-3080.
FORTRESS FOR CHRIST MINISTRIES, aka First Church of God, 108 Main Street, Edenborn, with Olivia Jones, pastor, and Charles Jones, co-pastor, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. On Sunday at 3 p.m., the Rev. Mary Baker of Union Baptist Church in New Salem will be guest speaker. The Rev. Vincent L. Winfrey of Mount Olivet Baptist Church of Uniontown will be accompanied by his choir and congregation on Sunday, June 4, at 3:30 p.m. The church offers prayer and Bible study Tuesdays at 7 p.m. For more information, phone 724-439-4768.
GIG COFFEE HOUSE, Route 857, south towards Fairchance in the Old Wynn Bargain Store, welcomes 3 Thirty 3 in concert today from 8 to 10 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. For more information, phone 724-880-7832.
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 “Jesus The Light of the World.’ 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, 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 children’s choir singing and at 6 p.m. with a special song by Kelly Hagner. 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. Greg Cooper, guest speaker, bringing the message. Calling the office at 724-437-6161 provides transportation and a nursery. There is no BYF Sunday. The office is closed on Memorial Day. On Wednesday, BYF and Bible study begin at 6 p.m. ABMen prayer and planning is June 2 at 6:30 a.m. The summer schedule begins on Sunday, June 4, with Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. and worship at 10:3 a.m.
HOPEWELL UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 400 Hopewell Road, Brownsville, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. with guest speaker Kent Lighthall. The hunger fund will be received. Janet Adamovich is organist.
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.
LIGHT AND LIFE FREE METHODIST CAMPGROUND IN FAIRCHANCE, located on Route 857, Morgantown Street, across from Sweet Pea’s gas station, will host The Annual Spring Brush Arbor today through Monday at 7 p.m. with Quinton Mills as guest speaker and singer. Mills, a Native American Indian, was converted in 1972 after many years of addiction to alcohol, drugs and rock music. He is known as a prolific writer, singer and a powerful anointed evangelist. In the mid-80s, Mills wrote and released the song “I Found the Lily in My Valley,’ which brought him national attention. Since then, he has written and released many other hits that has made him one of America’s favorite gospel singers. There will be a yard sale at the campground today, Saturday and Monday at 8 a.m. On Saturday, there will be a spaghetti dinner at the camp dining hall from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. All proceeds go to the camp fund. For more information, phone the Rev. Roger L. Yeager at the Cove Run Free Methodist Church at 724-437-1050.
LOVE OUTREACH CHURCH, Village of Phillips on Peach Lane in Uniontown, 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. Revival services will be held at the church with The Richey Family and Gospel Horn May 27-28 at 7 p.m. The Richey Family includes Cliff, Kathy and Dora Richey from Ebensburg, Pa., who have performed together for nine years in churches, coffee houses and at special events. 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. 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 UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, located on the corner of Main and Cross streets, announces the congregation will honor local graduates of both high school and college as well as celebrate Memorial Day on Sunday at 11 a.m. worship. The Rev. Bob Lewis will give the sermon “A Life That Matters.’ There is no youth group this week but they will meet June 4 at 7 p.m. Lewis will begin teaching a class on “The Breath Prayer,’ a form of praying that uses few words and focuses on breath,’ on Tuesday, June 6, at 7 p.m., meeting in the education building. The Breath Prayer is a form of Christian meditation remembering the words of Scripture, “Be still and know that I am God.’ For more information about the church and its ministries, phone Lewis at 724-583-9207 or visit the Web site at www.mumchurch.org
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MCCLELLANDTOWN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Route 21, Church Hill, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. when Pastor William E. Lawson delivers the sermon “I Lay Down My Life.’ David McElroy will be recognized as a commissioned lay pastor to East Liberty Presbyterian Church in Vanderbilt. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. by Masontown veterans’ organizations in the cemetery, immediately following worship. A farewell dinner for Lawson will be held at 12:30 p.m. in the church social room. The fellowship committee will provide chicken, rolls and beverage. Those attending are asking to bring a covered dish and their own table service.
MOUNT LEBANON BAPTIST CHURCH, Brownsville, announces The Gospel Chorus will observe its 29th anniversary on Sunday at 4 p.m. The Rev. Kamau Wilson, pastor of the Little Zion Baptist Church in Jefferson, will be guest speaker. He will be accompanied by his choir and mime group. The Rev. Dr. Herman B. Jackson is pastor. Minnie Bert and June Scott are chairwomen.
MOUNT MORIAH BAPTIST CHURCH, 30 Church St., Smithfield, worships Sunday a 8:30 a.m. led by Pastor Darrell Edgar. Music will be provided 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 bring the sermon “Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled.’ Music will be provided by the senior choir and Witness Jesus Band. For more information, phone 724-569-4847.
NEW GENEVA BAPTIST CHURCH, Front Street, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. when the message will be delivered by Joe Barone from the state of California. He is an active member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. He graduated in 2004 from Cathedral City High School. He earned the Golden Lion Award for all-around excellence in academics, athletics and community service. He works with FCA summer camps and with college athletes. Special music will be provided by Casey Zinn and Carol Brooks. The Rev. Robert J. Robinson is pastor.
NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 126 Brownsville Ave., Brownsville, hosts a free coffee and doughnut fellowship every Sunday at 9 a.m. Sunday worship at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Mike Outrich will preach the sermon “Humble Thyself and Pray.’ An all-church picnic will directly follow morning worship. This Sunday’s evening service will be suspended. This Thursday evening will be men and women’s ministries while the youth group IGNITE meets. There are also activities and lessons for elementary-aged students. For more information or transportation, call the church at 724-785-7141.
NEW SALEM PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 27 S. Mill St., announces the deacons are sponsoring a blood drive for the American Red Cross today from noon to 6 p.m. in the church social room. Donors will receive a biker t-shirt while supplies last and a chance to win a 2006 Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Motorcycle.
The church worships Sunday at 11 a.m. The Rev. Norma Murphy will deliver the sermon “Sing AND Shout for Joy.’ Ushers for May are Marty Bavetz, Hobie Carroll, Bob Cole and Paul Gmutza. Congregational greeters are Roxanne and Albert Gmutza. A nursery is provided during worship for children six and under. Nursery attendants this Sunday are Jen Chaikcic and Ashley Crago. The fellowship time after the service will be hosted by Karen Pontorero and family.
NO LIMIT SATURDAY SERVICE announces the Rev. Vince and Natalie Winfrey will host a youth rally on Saturday, June 3, at 7 p.m. at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, 51, Stewart Ave., Uniontown, with Minister Terry Sanders of St. Paul African Methodist Episcopal Church in Uniontown as guest speaker. Other guests include Kevin Sanders, Mount Ararat Mime and Emotions That Speak.
PENNSYLVANIA BAPTIST STATE CONVENTION announces on Saturday at 10 a.m. Claim Inc., the non-profit of the Pennsylvania Baptist State Convention will met with churches in southwest Pennsylvania at the Youghiogheny Western Baptist Association Headquarters and Christian Center to assist them in developing faith-based initiatives, establish a computer communication network and provide free computers to churches that participate. For more information, contact the Rev. Thomas E. Smith at 412-874-8383 or the Rev. Spencer Harris at 724-880-5177.
PERRYOPOLIS AREA MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION will be sponsor the baccalaureate service for Frazier High graduating seniors on Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the school auditorium. Refreshments will be served.
PERRYOPOLIS FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DOC), 307 Independence St., will remember loved ones who died in the past year this Sunday. The Rev. Michael Malone will deliver the message, “Fund a Need and Fill It’ at the 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. service.
PHILLIPS GOSPEL COFFEE HOUSE, located in the Village of Phillips on J.K. Packing Road in Uniontown, welcomes Darlene Coddington from Accident, Md., in concert today. She sings country, traditional and contemporary music in churches, coffee houses and at special events. Doors open at 7 p.m. Concert begins at 8 p.m. The Third Annual Phillips Gospel Coffee House Singing Convention will be held Saturday, June 10. For more information, phone 724-438-5683.
PILGRIM REST BAPTIST CHURCH will celebrate the first pastoral anniversary of the Rev. Donna J. Lowe on Sunday, June 4. The 11 a.m. service speaker will be Minister Patricia Barrett of the Mount Calvary Baptist Church in Monessen. The 3:30 p.m. service will be conducted by the Rev. Edward and Janet Popovich, Shiloh Bible Institute, Washington, Pa., Dinner will be served from 1 to 3 p.m.
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. It is not only in the midst of Memorial Day Weekend but Pleasant View’s Music Ministry Sunday, celebrating God’s gift of music in the service of worship. The theme is “When God Calls…’ The vocal choir and PVPC Band, vocal and instrumental soloists will have a part in worship that day. Vocal soloists include Irene Williams, Sandra Leichliter, Heather Mazur, Jack Frost, David Rittenhouse, Tyler Randolph, Elizabeth Zias, Rita Kantorik and Keith Conover. Instrumental soloists include organist Tyler Randolph and violinist Samantha Lenhart. Helen Kester, student associate, will assist in worship leadership. Carole Rittenhouse will serve as keyboard accompanist for the choir. Sandra Leichliter will serve as organist for the service. Greeters prior to the service will be Emma Lee and Donna Marks. Acolytes will be Michael and Nicholas Payton.
The church family and fellowship committee is sponsoring a trip to Idlewild Park on June 3. Tickets are available for purchase by calling the church office at 724-677-2149.
Pleasant View will provide a desserts-only booth at the 2006 Fayette County Independence Day Celebration and Cookoff on Sunday, July 2, in the grassy area near Sear’s at Uniontown Mall from noon to 9:30 p.m. Pleasant View is raising and selling bi-color sweet corn this summer to help special ministries of the church. If interested in helping, contact the church office at 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 entitled “Off in a Cloud.’
REHOBOTH PRESBYERIAN CHURCH, located about a mile from Allen’s Crossroads on Rehoboth Road, Rostraver Township, announces starting June 4, the church will begin summer worship with the service starting at 10 a.m. The church will also celebrate Pentecost during the June 4 worship service. The church will be decorated with red geraniums and all in attendance are encouraged to wear something red in honor of Pentecost. New members will be received during the worship service. For more information, phone the church at 724-929-7020 or check the Web site at wwwrehobothchurchpa.org.
ROSCOE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 300 Main St., worships Sunday at 10 a.m. with a patriotic-themed service and recognition of men and women who have or are now serving in the U.S. armed services. Donald Shipley, a member of the Roscoe American Legion and chaplain of the American Legion, 50th District, will lead the congregation in the Salute to the American Flag and the Christian Flag. “Finders, Keepers, Losers, Weepers’ is the title of the Memorial Day sermon by the Rev. Dr. John Rankin. Dorothy Hartman is worship greeter. The chancel choir will sing, directed and accompanied by Tina Bolin. This concludes the season for the choir until September.
The adult Faith Seekers Class meets at 8:45 a.m. Sunday, concluding its spring session on best-selling book “The Purpose-Driven Life.’ Sessions begin again in September.
Volunteers are needed for the Strawberry Festival on June 7 from noon to 5:30 p.m. in fellowship hall. Tickets are available from members of the Janet Ray Circle or by calling Mary Catherine Schmidt. There will also be a bake sale. All proceeds benefit the missions of the church. For more information, call the church at 724-938-3787.
SS. CYRIL AND METHODIUS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Fairchance, will celebrate the exposition and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament on Wednesday at 6 p.m. On Sunday, June 4, the parish will celebrate the Feast of the Pentecost with a prayer service at 5 p.m. Exposition and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament will be celebrated to close the Easter season. The church worships Saturdays at 6 p.m. and Sundays at 8 and 11 a.m. There is also a 9:30 a.m. Mass on Sundays celebrated at the chapel in Shoaf.
ST. GEORGE SERBIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH IN CARMICHAELS announces living and departed veterans of the church will be remembered in the Divine Liturgy on Sunday. Parishioners have served in World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Afghanistan and Iraq. St. George will hold an outdoor religious program and traditional Serbian picnic on Sunday, June 4, beginning at noon. The Rev. Rodney Torbic is pastor of St. George.
ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 50 Jefferson Ave., Uniontown, will have “A Day of Prayer: Come Holy Spirit’ 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. OLIVER PLUNKETT, ST. MICHAEL ARCHANGEL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH IN FREDERICKTOWN, announces River of Life Group will hold a charismatic Mass on Thursday, June 1 at 6:30 p.m. The Rev. Bob Boyle of St. Francis of Assisi will be celebrant. A hymn sing will be held at 6:30 p.m. A covered-dish social will follow the Mass in the parish hall.
ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 71 N. Gallatin Ave., Uniontown, begins its summer worship service schedule this Memorial Day Weekend with services held at 7 p.m. on Saturday at the Mountain Chapel, Christ Lutheran Church at Chalk Hill. They will also begin two worship services on Sundays, beginning May 28, at 8:30 and 10:45 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church when the Rev. Paul N. Frank Jr. will deliver the sermon “The Key to Making Good Decisions.’ Nursery is open to all infants during worship. 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 on Sunday at 8 and 10:30 a.m. Serving as chalice bearers and lectors will be David Hoover, Jeffrey Minshall and Van Evans. Acting as crucifer and acolytes are Darren Webster, Meridith Balas and Kayla Warren. The Holy Eucharist and healing service will be held at noon on Wednesday. `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.
SERVANT SONG MINISTRIES, 720 E. Greene St., Waynesburg, announces upcoming events include: June 1-6, three-day and five-day directed silent retreats according to the spiritual exercises of St. Ignatius with Sister Catherine Higgins, a Catholic nun from the Sisters of St. Joseph in Baden, and the Rev. Philip Fogarty, a Catholic priest from the Irish Province of the Society of Jesus (Jesuit), Ireland. Guided weekend retreat “Spring Cleaning for Simple Living’ will be offered June 9-11, led by Jacqueline Spirnak, a Catholic lay woman with experience and training in spiritual formation within the Catholic community as well as advanced training in formative spirituality and spiral direction in ecumenical programs at Epiphany Academy in Pittsburgh and the West Virginia Institute for Spirituality in Charleston, W.Va. For more information or to register, phone 724-852-2133.
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.
SIGNAL OF LIGHT FULL GOSPEL CHURCH BIBLE SCHOOL will conduct its graduation ceremony for the theology class of 2006 on Saturday at noon at Signal of Light Full Gospel Church, 42 High St., McClellandtown. Classes will resume in September for new students and continuation of the two-year studies to the four-year certificate. For more information, contact the Rev. Dr. Henry C. Austin at 724-737-5250.
SMITHFIELD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 22 Church St., holds a Saturday casual service at 6 p.m. and a Sunday worship service at 9 a.m. with Jan Toth speaking.
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. Ted Hensley from Chapmanville, W.Va., will be special guest speaker on May 28 at 7 p.m. The Rev. Leslie Fuller is pastor. For more information, phone 724-785-3457.
SPRINGHILL FURNACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 2459 Springhill Furnace Road on Route 857, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. with the Rev. Andrew Slade, guest speaker, giving the sermon “Gardens of the Bible.’ Betty Coppolino is greeter. Renee Dillow is liturgist. In honor of Memorial Day, each family is asked to bring live flowers to decorate the flowering cross. For more information regarding church activities, phone 724-564-0136.
STAR JUNCTION BAPTIST CHURCH, located one mile north Route 201 and 5.5 miles south of Route 70 at 118 Church Street behind McDonald’s at the traffic light on Route 51 in Star Junction, announces The Dominion Trio from Salem, Va., will present a gospel music concert on Friday, June 2 at 7 p.m. There will be a free-will offering. The Rev. Don Bowser is pastor. For more information or directions, call 724-736-2602.
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 “In Between Times.’ Refreshments will be served after worship. Birthday celebrants are Barb Long, Jeanette Long and Gregory Bittinger. For further information, phone 724-564-2919.
THIRD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 425 Union St., (Craig Meadows) Uniontown, announces Erick Fitzgerald, director of outreach and discipleship, will speak Sunday during the 9 a.m. contemporary worship service and 11 a.m. worship service. His message is “Following Jesus.’ Third Church Annual Strawberry Festival will be held on Saturday, June 3, from 3 to 7 p.m. 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
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TRINITY UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, corner of Morgantown and West Fayette streets, Uniontown, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. when the Rev. Michael I. Orsted gives the sermon “Truth or Consequences?’ Chelsea Zoretic will serve as acolyte and liturgist is Erin Nass. After worship, a coffee fellowship will be hosted in the chapel by Harry and Dot Springer. A nursery is provided during the worship hour for children five and under. For more information on church ministries, visit the Web site www.trinityupc.net
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TRIUMPHANT FELLOWSHIP CHURCH on Sunday begins refreshments and fellowship at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Tom Barnhart Jr. will bring the message at the 11 a.m. worship service. This Saturday is the monthly men’s breakfast at 8 a.m. Sunday night worship begins at 6:30 and features Gimme the Mike night.
UNIONTOWN CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, 20 Robinson St., worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m.
The Rev. A. Harrison Smith will bring the message. During this service, there will be a memorial service for members of the congregation who passed away over the past year. Cecile Hyjurick is worship leader. Jeremy Kendall is children’s storyteller. Kayla Means is interlude musician. Paul DeFazio is acolyte. Nursery service is provided for infants and preschoolers. 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 7:30 p.m. For more information, phone 724-439-4747 or check the Web site at www.utowncofc.org
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UNIONTOWN CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE, located on Jeffreys Lane off Route 857, will have a special memorial worship service honoring April Lincoln, Wilma Moriarty and Thelma Daugherty. Worship is at 10:50 a.m. Children’s church starts at 11:15 a.m. There is also worship at 6 p.m. The church offers a Bible study and prayer meeting Wednesday at 7 p.m. The Rev. Howard Foust is pastor. For more information on church activities, phone 724-437-1035.
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 “Facing the Worst Unafraid.’ 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. Congregational greeters and ushers are Jason King and Dan Wood. Adam Wardman will serve as acolyte. Gary Livengood is worship leader. The Rev. David Wardman will bring the message “A Heart Cry for Revival.’ 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 song will be by Chrissi Myers and Bob Guzik. Instrumentalists are Mark and Paula Bennett. There will be no Sunday evening service over the holiday. A nursery will be provided for all services. For more information, phone the church office at 724-564-4765.