Church briefs
Jan. 19, 2007 March for Life:
PEOPLE CONCERNED FOR THE UNBORN CHILD announce residents of western Pennsylvania will participate in the 34th annual March for Life in Washington, D.C., on Monday. The organization released contact information for local buses as follows: Champion/Donegal, Christian Family and Children’s Center, Merle Skinner, 724-455-2122, ext. 340; Connellsville, Ever-son/Point Marion, Fay-West Pro-Life Group, the Rev. Joseph Sredzinski, 724-725-3655, Grindstone/Smock-/Uniontown, St. Cecilia-St. Hedwig Roman Catholic churches, Rita Koffler, 724-677-2802; Perryopolis, St. John Roman Catholic Church, John and Tracie Sivak, 724-736-8323.
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 Nicholas J. Cook will deliver the message “The Man or Woman in the Mirror.’ Small group Bible studies are offered at 9:30 a.m. Refreshments are served at 10:20 a.m.
ALLISON CHRISTIAN CHURCH announces X-Factor Battle Cry meets today from 6:30 to 8 p.m. There will be a penny sale Sunday. Worship is Sunday at 9 a.m. The Rev. Michael Peton is pastor. Elders are Charlotte Hughes and Will Chambers. Carol Ludwig is worship leader. Denise Marker is junior church leader. Matthew Johnson is acolyte. The annual congregational meeting will be held immediately following worship Sunday. The finance committee will present the 2007 budget for approval along with the slate of officers and committee assignments. The evangelism ministry will hold a visitation night on Monday. Anyone who wants to participate should be at the church at 6:15 p.m. A committee is being organized to come up with ideas for the new church Web site. Anyone interested should see Beth Johnson on Sunday.
ASBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, corner of Beeson Avenue and Dunbar Street in Uniontown, announces Sunday’s more casual 9 a.m. worship service with the Rev. Thomas E. Brown’s message “Finding Something to Live For,’ praise choruses led by song leader Barb Cruse and special music by pianist Sharon Brown.
The more traditional 11 a.m. service will include the message by Brown and special music by the Asbury Chancel Choir and music director and organist Jim Hutchinson. 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 meets Sunday from 6 to 8:30 p.m. for students in grades six to 12.
The 6:30 p.m. praise and worship service begins at 6:30 p.m. with a message by Ed Loukota and music by Asbury’s praise band with Kevin Milliken, Paul and Barb Cramer, Paul Chiado and Ira Fox. Refreshments and fellowship are at 6 p.m.
BREAKTHROUGH WORSHIP CENTER, located on Ferguson Road in Mount Braddock, will end the Daniel Fast and continue in revival Sunday at 10:30 a.m. The church praise band will lead contemporary worship service and the Rev. Adam Lawson, senior pastor, will bring the anointed word. Extreme Adventures children’s ministry will meet during morning worship and are preparing to start the new series “The Wild Wild West.’ The church also worships Sunday at 6 p.m. with a special healing and deliverance service. Intercessory prayer is held Mondays at 6 p.m. and before each service. The church also worships Thursdays at 7 p.m., and the Ignited youth group meets. Upcoming events include: The church mentors will host worship Jan. 28 at 6 p.m. with pastoral mentors speaking and others interested in ministry will lead worship, exhort, and lay hands for prayer and healing. Keith Collins of Pensacola, Fla., will be guest speaker on Thursday, Feb. 1, at 7 p.m. RFI Winter Camp Meeting is Feb. 9-10. For more information, contact the office at 724-569-9549.
BROWNSVILLE AREA MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION will observe the Week of Prayer For Christian Unity, Jan. 18-25, with a community worship service on Sunday at 2 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, Church Street, Brownsville. During the service, the Christian Community Service Award will be presented to Frank Ricco for his dedication to the welfare of the Brownsville Area Community, especially in his work to reopen the hospital in Brownsville. The Rev. Paul Wilson is host pastor. William Lawson, pastor of Fort Burd United Presbyterian Church, is preacher. A time of fellowship and refreshments will follow the service.
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. Congregational meeting and Souper Bowl luncheon is after services on Jan. 21. 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 “You Shall Be My Witnesses.’ On Sunday at 2 p.m. there is a Community Prayer for Christian Unity Service at First Church. Pastor William Lawson from Fort Burd United Presbyterian Church will bring the afternoon message. For more information about any of the Brownsville Charge churches, phone the charge office at 724-785-9555.
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. with music by the CAC praise team and a dramatic presentation by the CAC Sign Team. There is also an evangelistic service at 6 p.m. with preaching from the Rev. Danny Aber and music featuring Jayme Defilippo. Wednesday services begin with Mens Department focused prayer, followed by Bible teaching at 7:30 p.m. For more information, phone 724-438-5052 or visit the Web site at www.calvaryapostolicchurch.org.
CALVARY ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 1316 S. Pittsburgh St., Connellsville, welcomes the Rev. Richard Rochkind on Jan. 28 at 6:30 p.m. Rochkind is ordained with the Assemblies of God and has been traveling as an evangelist since 1994.
According to the press release, he has a desire to minister to those who are lonely, depressed, broken-hearted and feel lost with no direction. He encourages people through song and the preaching of God’s word. Rochkind is no stranger to southwestern Pennsylvania, having ministered in many Assembly of God churches.
Calvary Assembly of God has plenty of parking and seating available and is handicapped accessible. Call 724-628-8835 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for directions or more information. A love offering will be collected to support Rochkind’s ministry.
CALVARY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, located at 34 Clark St. and the corner of Collins Avenue, Uniontown, worships at 9:30 a.m. Sunday. The Rev. Maryann Long will deliver the message “You Are.’ Roddy Hibbs will be organist. Greeters will be Kelly Huston and Gloria Stone. Acolyte will be Mariah Matthews. Junior church leader will be Emma Matthews. A fully staffed nursery and babyland are available.
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF UNIONTOWN (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST), 23 S. Gallatin Ave., will have a contemporary praise and worship service Saturday at 6 p.m. Paul and Barb Cramer will provide the message and special music.
On Sunday, worship is at 10:30 a.m. when the Rev. Art Mace, senior pastor, will give the message “Essentials of the Church’ and David Landi will give the children’s message. Patty Roddy is pastoral associate and Denise Zundel is director of music ministries. 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. The Chi Rho/CYF Youth Group will meet Sunday at 5:30 p.m. For more information, phone 724-438-6821.
CHERRY TREE ALLIANCE CHURCH, 640 Cherry Tree Lane, Uniontown, across from Uniontown Wal-Mart, this Sunday features a blended contemporary service at 8:30 a.m. and a blended traditional service at 10 a.m. In both services, the Rev. Jack Herman will continue the series “The Greatest True Story in All of History,’ looking at the message of the entire Bible. This week’s message will be “When God’s Blessings Flow: More Vital Divine Principles to Bringing God’s Blessings to Our Lives.’ Nursery care is provided for all church services.
On Sunday at 6:30 p.m., the men’s and women’s Small Groups will meet and there will be PowerJAM, a service for teenagers, as well as Kids on a Mission for children ages 3 through fifth grade.
On Wednesday, there will be a prayer cell at 11 a.m. and at 6:30 p.m., there will be the Financial Peace University along with AWANA for children, nursery through eighth grade. Senior high cell groups meet throughout the week. GriefShare, a series of 13 weekly seminars/support groups for people grieving the death of someone close, will begin Thursday, Feb. 1, at 6:30 p.m. and will meet at the church. Those planning to attend should call the church office. For more information on church ministries, phone 724-437-6850.
CHRIST CHURCH, Anglican, 319 Church St., Brownsville, worships Sunday with the Holy Eucharist at 10:30 a.m. There will be adult study at 9:15 a.m. and KIDSCHURCH at 10:25 a.m. Wednesday, there will be Bible study at 10 a.m. and Holy Eucharist at 11 a.m. and Holy Communion at the Jefferson Personal Care Home, Perryopolis, at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, church office hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Holy Communion will be celebrated at the Adam’s House Personal Care Home in West Brownsville. Bible Released Time for public high school students will be Friday at 9:20 a.m. The Rev. Stanley Burdock is pastor. The Rev. Donald Bowers is deacon. For further information on church ministries or directions to the church, phone 724-785-7958.
CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, corner of Fayette and Beeson, Uniontown, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Joong W. Koe.
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. 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. There is Children’s church. An upcoming Valentine’s banquet will be announced. 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. Andrew Slade as guest minister to Sunday’s 11 a.m. worship service.
EAST LIBERTY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 169 Main St., Vanderbilt, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. with Pastor David McElroy. Communion will be served. On Tuesday, the grief support group meets at 7 p.m. The women’s and men’s Bible study groups will meet Thursday at 6 p.m.
For more information, check the Web site at www.forministry.com/USPAPCUSAELPCE/
FAIRCHANCE APOSTOLIC REVIVAL CENTER, located on Route 857 across from Fairchance fire hall, will be the site for a Gospel Music Night called “Singing For Jesus’ on Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m., featuring Betty Riecks and Sonny Sunshine Gospel Group. The Choz-n I’z are sponsors of this event.
The church holds services Sunday at 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. and Wednesday at 7 p.m. For more information, phone the Rev. Shirley Victor at 724-564-0211.
FAIRCHANCE FREE METHODIST CHURCH, 53 S. Morgantown St., worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. with the choir singing. The Rev. Paul Lesher will present the message “Fruit That Is Never Out of Season: Gentleness.’ In addition, the service will include praise music, 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 includes a children’s ministry and a Bible study on the Book of Daniel for adults, takes place Sundays at 6 p.m. Senior high youths meet at 7 p.m.
FAITH ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 690 Morgantown Road, Uniontown, about one-half mile south of Big Lots, announces Sunday worship is at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. when the Rev. Don Immel continues the series “Healthy Transitions.’ DivorceCare, a weekly seminar and support group for those who are separated or divorced, will also meet at 6 p.m.
On Wednesday, Family Night begins at 7 p.m. with Royal Rangers and Missionettes for children, 212 Ministry for youths, THE SOURCE for young adults, Griefshare and Music Ministry Development. The Rev. Don Immel leads an adult Bible study on “The Names of God.’ Celebrate Recovery, a faith-based recovery program meets Fridays at 7 p.m. A well-staffed nursery is available during all services and transportation can be arranged by calling 724-437-8101, ext. 100. More information on Faith Assembly and upcoming events can be found on the Web site at www.wordsoffaith.org.
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. for ages preschool through high school. R. Scott Teets is pastor. For more information, phone the church at 724-725-1749 or check the Web site at www.fallentimberscommunitychapel.org.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, Fairchance, worships Sunday at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Scott C. Hoppe bringing the message “God’s Plan for Empowerment.’ There is also worship at 6 p.m. Sunday with Hoppe delivering the message “What We Have Is a Communication Problem’ while the Good News Club for children in grades kindergarten through fifth grade meets. Wednesday at 7 p.m., the congregation meets for prayer and Bible study. Youths in grades six to 12 also meet Wednesday at 7 p.m. Childcare and transportation are available for all services. For more information, call the church office at 724-564-2080.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 515 Morgantown St., Point Marion, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. Pastor Kathy Griffith will begin a series of messages centered on Psalm 23 and the book “Safe in the Shepherd’s Arms’ by Max Lucado. For more information, call 724-725-5187.
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 at 10:45 a.m. with the Rev. Andy Miles preaching. There is weekly Communion. There is also a 6 p.m. service. Youth group for students in grades seven through 12 meets at 7 p.m. Adult or youth Bible study is Wednesday 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 “Temptation’ during Sunday’s 10:55 a.m. service. The chancel choir will sing. A message for children is presented in the service, followed by a staffed nursery and a second hour for children, directed by Rita Ballone and Donna Johnson. Lee Swift is worship leader. Dominique Ballone is acolyte. Bill Jeffries will greet the congregation. The church congregation will sponsor a pancake and buckwheat breakfast on Saturday, Jan. 27. For more information on tickets for the breakfast and church activities, phone the office at 724-246-9387.
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, located on the Towne Square at Fourth and Liberty streets, California, announces the Rev. Paul N. Min will preach at the 10 a.m. worship service Sunday. Nursery care is available every Sunday. Dave and Garrett Kurilko will serve as greeters. Jeannie King will lead Scripture reading. Julia Bodnar will be acolyte. The choir will perform. Youth Bible study is available during worship. There will be a congregational meeting immediately following the service. Afterwards, there will be a covered-dish luncheon in fellowship hall. The Daisytown Presbyterian Church will hold its service at 11:45 a.m. For more information on church services and activities, call 724-938-7676.
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 114 W. Church St., Fairchance, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. The Rev. Robert Robinson will give the sermon “You Can Be A Winner.’ Organist/choir director is Marcia Goisse. Amy Lewis is pianist. Bill Grimm is greeter. Head usher for January is Randy Grimm. Bill Zinck is liturgist. Jeremy Rich is acolyte. Ushers are Stacey Szewczyk, Randy Grimm and Walter Halterman. Beth Rich has the nursery. Nursery accommodations are available. For more information on church activities, phone 724-564-2042.
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 102 W. Church Ave., Masontown, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. The Rev. John Murrow will give the message. The church will ordain and install new elders this week. The choir will lead morning hymns, directed by Robin Carr. Greeter this month is Beverly Short. Ushers are Frank Martin, David Martin, Arnold Koon and Peter Sisko. Following worship, the church will have the annual congregational meeting, followed by a soup-and-sandwich luncheon.
The church invites the public to attend Community Kitchen, located in the church social room. Meals are provided by the community at no cost. The Community Kitchen is hosted by the First Presbyterian Church of Masontown and supported by local churches, organizations and area volunteers. Donations are appreciated. Meals are scheduled every other Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. Next community dinner is Jan. 23. For more information, call the office at 724-583-7840.
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 Cross, Hope for a Dying World.’ 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 S. Mount Vernon Ave., Uniontown, meets Sunday at 10 a.m. for praise and celebration. Thursday at 7:30 p.m. will be a time of multi-faceted ministry with sessions geared to people of all ages, including special services for school-aged children. Refreshments will be served during this service. Nursery is available for both Sunday and Thursday services. 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 Pastor Greg Cooper bringing the message “Can You Ever Go Home? Part I.’ Calling the office at 724-437-6161 provides transportation. A nursery is provided for worship and Sunday school. On Sunday, there is no BYF. On Tuesday, there is dartball at 7 p.m. with Faith Assembly at Great Bethel. On Wednesday, there is BYF from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Bible study is Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.
GREENE VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, located at 104 E. Greene St., Carmichaels, worships each Sunday at 10:50 a.m.
HOPEWELL UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 400 Hopewell Road, Brownsville, across from Acklin Cemetery, Luzerne Township, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. The Rev. Gail E. Mason’s sermon is “We Are His Beloved.’ Canned goods and dried goods will be collected during January for the Souper Bowl Sunday donation on Feb. 4. The annual congregational meeting will be held at 10:30 a.m. for receiving and approval of reports. Janet Adamovich is organist.
KLONDIKE CLERGY ASSOCIATION, representing the churches of Masontown and McClellandtown, will host a service to celebrate Christian Unity on Sunday at 4 p.m. at the Masontown Brethren Church, 110 W. Church Ave. The Rev. Bob Lewis, pastor of the Masontown United Methodist Church, is guest preacher. His sermon is titled, “The Church is God’s Movement of Righteousness.’ The churches will also honor the life and ministry of the late Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The Rev. Stephen Cole, host pastor, can be contacted for more information at 724-583-8377.
LAUREL HILL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 327 Laurel Hill Road, Dunbar, three miles east of Route 51 towards Leisenring, worships Sunday at 10 a.m. with Pastor Bonnie Hartley delivering the sermon “Together, the Body of Christ’ and installation of new officers with Kids Corner immediately following the service. The choir will sing.
MASONTOWN COMMUNITY KITCHEN will serve its biweekly meal on Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. in Masontown First Presbyterian Church, 102 W. Church St. Chef Dan Noland announces the menu will be salmon loaf, rice, corn and salad along with Panera breads, homemade desserts and beverages.
Officials said, “The public is invited to enjoy a good hot meal or even just a cup of coffee and to visit with friends and neighbors.
There is no charge for the meal, however, donations are accepted. Hospitality and fellowship is provided by the volunteers and members from the various churches and communities of Masontown, McClellandtown and Leckrone. The last Community Kitchen was held Jan 9 with 125 meals served. Broccoli cheese and been noodle soups were the main dish – wonderful for a chilly January day.
“The Community Kitchen staff expresses their heartfelt gratitude to all contributors for their overwhelming generosity in the past year, which makes this worthwhile community endeavor possible,’ officials continued. “Recently a 20-gallon soup pot was donated by Jeff May, owner of the Titlow Tavern in Uniontown. The Masontown Exchange Club, always helping the community, presented a $500 contribution for food and supplies. It is tremendous to see the endorsement by so many local people and clubs. It is very encouraging for all of us.’
The Community Kitchen is in its 11th month of operation. For more information, call 724-583-1332. To volunteer, call 724-583-7464.
MCCLELLANDTOWN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Route 21, Church Hill, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Geoffrey Rach delivering the sermon “Good Looking Out.’ A congregational business-financial reports meeting will be held immediately following worship.
MORNING STAR BAPTIST CHURCH, Newell, announces Sunday worship is at 10 a.m. The Rev. Mitch Wall is pastor. Wednesday Bible study/prayer meeting is at 7 p.m. For more information, contact Angel Zueger at 724-785-8513.
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. worship service will be led by the Rev. Jay Hurley who will bring the message “Hot Dogs.’ Music will be provided by the senior choir. For more information, phone 724-569-4847.
NEW GENEVA BAPTIST CHURCH, Front Street, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. when the Rev. Robert J. Robinson delivers the message “You Can Be a Winner.’ Bob Brooks and Bethany Provance 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. when the Rev. Norma Prina Murphy delivers the sermon “Default Settings.’ Worship assistant is Elaine Paull. Greeters are Lorraine Miscik and Bob Stilwell. Ushers for January are Mark Nagy, John Paull, Bob Cole and Bob Stilwell. A nursery is provided during worship for children ages 6 and under. Jamie Velosky is nursery attendant. Lisa Crago is the acolyte for January. The Session of New Salem Presbyterian Church calls an annual congregational meeting Sunday following the 11 a.m. worship and church family dinner about 1:30 p.m. For the dinner, participants are to bring a favorite covered-dish item to share. Rolls, beverages and table service will be provided by the deacons. For more information, phone the church at 724-245-2200 or e-mail nspc@verizon.net.
PHILLIPS GOSPEL COFFEE HOUSE, located in the Village of Phillips on J.K. Packing Road in Uniontown, will present The Harvest Aires Gospel Singers from Uniontown in concert. Doors open at 7 p.m. Concert begins at 8 p.m. For more information, phone 724-438-5683. Details of upcoming concerts will be available soon.
PLEASANT VIEW PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, located two miles west of Smock at the intersection of the Pleasant View and Royal roads, worships at 11 a.m. on Sunday. The Rev. Keith Conover will preach “Entrance Requirements.’ Acolytes will be Kim, John and Jessica Juran. Ushers will be John and Audrey Gribble and Tom and Lora Liptak. Annual congregation and corporation meeting will be held Jan. 28 with worship at 11 a.m., followed by business. For more information on any activities, contact the church office at 724-677-2149.
ROSCOE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 300 Main St., announces retired Pennsylvania state trooper Richard Kara will preach at Sunday’s 11 a.m. worship service. Kara has retired a second time from his supervisor position with the Washington County Drug and Narcotic Task Force. He lives in Brownsville with his wife, Marlene, and enjoys carpentry in his leisure time. Kara is a member of the International Homicide Investigators Association and Brownsville Masonic Lodge No. 60 where he is a past master of this oldest Masonic lodge west of the Alleghenies.
His sermon is “Recognizing God in Our Lives.’ The chancel choir, directed and accompanied by Tina Bolin, will sing. Norma Maataa is worship greeter.
The study of the national bestseller “The Purpose Driven Life’ continues at adult Sunday school class at 9:30 a.m. Group year-end reports are to be turned in to the office to be prepared for the congregational meeting held after worship on Sunday, Feb. 11. For more information on the church, phone 724-938-3787.
SS. CYRIL AND METHODIUS ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, Fairchance, celebrates Mass every weekend on Saturday at 6 p.m. and Sunday at 8 and 11 a.m. Mass is also celebrated at 9:30 a.m. at the Chapel in Shoaf. The parish celebrates Holy Hour with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and Benediction every Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m.
ST. GEORGE SERBIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH IN CARMICHAELS will celebrate the Feast of Theophany with Divine Liturgy. The feast will continue to be celebrated liturgically in the morning and evening daily services until Jan. 26. On Sunday at noon, the Monongahela River below the Masontown Bridge will be blessed as part of the Theophany celebration The Rev. Rodney Torbic is pastor.
ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 50 Jefferson Ave., Uniontown, on Thursday will have “A Day of Prayer: To Become A True Servant of God and Not the World.’ 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 EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 71 N. Gallatin Ave., Uniontown, worships Sunday at 10:45 a.m. with the distribution of the Holy Sacrament and the Rev. Paul N. Frank Jr. delivering the sermon “What Kind of a Church Do You Want?’
Following the service, the annual congregational meeting will be held to receive reports from 2006, approve the budget for 2007 and to elect four people to serve on church council. The nursery is open to all infants for the 10:45 a.m. worship service. 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 worship with the Holy Eucharist Sunday at 8 and 10:30 a.m. Acting as chalice bearers and lectors will be David Hoover, Robert Springer and Russell Rhodes. Acting as crucifer and acolytes are Ryne Rhodes, Kayla Warren and Marissa Springer. The men’s breakfast will be held Saturday at 8 a.m. and the ladies’ breakfast will be held concurrently at the Eat ‘n Park restaurant. The Holy Eucharist and healing service will be on 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 IN AMERICA, 121 Walnut Hill Road, Uniontown, will celebrate Sunday worship at 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion will be celebrated. The annual meeting of the congregation will be held immediately following worship. Fellowship time will follow the annual meeting.
On Thursday from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m., “Brown Bags and the Bible’ will be held at the church. Focus will be on the biblical passages appointed for the next Sunday. Participants are asked to bring their own brown-bag lunch. The Rev. Bernard W. Carl is pastor. For more information, phone 724-439-4730 or e-mail the pastor at PastorCarl9@aol.com.
SIGNAL OF LIGHT FULL GOSPEL CHURCH, Edenborn, will have a healing and miracle service Jan. 26 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 – BREAD OF LIFE CHAPEL, 341 Coolspring Jumonville Road, Hopwood, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. For more information, phone the Rev. Elmer “Buzz’ Hall at 724-880-4714. The clothing ministry will be available Monday, Wednesday and Friday from noon to 4 p.m. at the church.
SOLID ROCK MINISTRY-FAITH, HOPE, LOVE, 34 Millview St., Uniontown, announces a hoagie fund-raiser will be held today from 10 a.m. to noon. For more information or to place an order, call the Rev. Elmer “Buzz’ Hall at 724-880-4714 or 724-438-2273.
Sunday fellowship is from 9 to 9:50 a.m. There is praise and worship at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. The food pantry is in operation Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and by calling Hall at 724-880-4714 or 724-438-2273. There is also family Bible study Tuesday and Wednesday at 7 p.m. Thursday, there is a leadership training course at 7 p.m. Free clothing is available Monday, Wednesday and Friday from noon to 4 p.m. at the Solid Rock Ministry-Bread of Life Chapel in Hopwood or by calling Hall.
SPRINGHILL FURNACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 2459 Springhill Furnace Road on Route 857, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. with the Rev. Dr. George “Joey’ Hickok giving the sermon “Release.’ Sandy Bankhead is greeter. John Morris is liturgist. Dartball team will play at New Salem Christian on Tuesday. The annual potluck supper and congregational meeting will follow Sunday school on Jan. 28. The Souper Bowl offering will be collected Feb. 4. Contact Renee Dillow at 724-564-0136 for more information regarding church activities.
STREETS OF GOLD MINISTRY presents The Songsters Quartet from Mogadore, Ohio, in concert today at 7:30 p.m. at the White Oak Christ United Methodist Church, 2800 Coulterville Road in White Oak, North Huntingdon Township, and the Faith Harmony Boys from Charleston, W.Va., at the Ardara United Presbyterian Church in North Huntingdon Township on Jan. 26. A love offering will be taken. For more information, call 412-372-0110.
TENT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, located at the intersection of Route 119 and Tent Church Road, south of Uniontown, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. when Harry Wilson brings the message “Rejoicing in the Word of God.’ Robert Tantlinger will present special music. Coffee and doughnuts will be served after worship. Session meeting will be held Tuesday at 7 p.m.
THIRD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 425 Union St., Uniontown, in the Craig Meadows neighborhood, announces on Saturday all young couples (dating, engaged or married) are invited to a Young Couple’s Dinner at 6 p.m. at the church.
On Sunday, the Rev. Chris Enoch, senior pastor, will deliver the message “Heaven and Hell: Part Two,’ the second in a two-part series of messages at both the 9 a.m. contemporary service and the 11 a.m. traditional service. The 10 a.m. Sunday school classes include an Inquirers Class for people interested in learning more about the church and a new adult study called “How to Understand the Bible.’ Childcare is available in a well-staffed nursery.
Senior High CrossWalk meets Sunday at 7 p.m. and Junior High CrossWalk meets Tuesday at 7 p.m. A wide variety of afternoon and evening Small Groups for adults continues meeting this week. There is ample, main-level parking. For directions or more information, 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 Rev. Michael I. Orsted gives the sermon “Are There No Standards?’ Liturgist is Bill Long and the Cole Waligura. At the close of worship, the annual meeting of the congregation and corporation will be held to receive the reports of the session for 2006, along with the financial report. Also, at that time, the nominating committee for 2007 will be elected. Large-print bulletins and hearing devices are available during worship. A nursery is provided during the worship hour for children 5 and under. For more information, visit the Web site www.trinityupc.net.
TRIUMPHANT FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, located on Route 21 between Uniontown and McClellandtown, begins worship Sunday at 11 a.m. following fellowship at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Tom Barnhart Jr. will preach the message. Barnhart begins a seven-week teaching on the Trinity on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. The church is having a Kid’s All Niter Jan. 26, beginning at 8 p.m. This will be followed up by the men of the church serving breakfast the next morning for the kids and anybody else who wants to come. Sunday, Jan. 28, will be Membership Sunday with the evening service devoted to church-related business. For more information, phone 724-437-5980.
UNIONTOWN CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, 20 Robinson St., worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. when the Rev. Vincent Cable will bring the message “The Value of One: The Sanctity of Human Life.’ Lavern Wolfe is worship leader. Aaron Means is interlude musician. Tiffani Ellsworth is acolyte and children’s church will be offered during worship. The chancel choir will provide special music under the direction of Jeremy Kendall and accompanied by Pam Rossini. Nursery service is available for infants and preschoolers. For more information, phone the church at 724-438-8372.
UNIONTOWN CHURCH OF CHRIST, 70 Roosevelt Drive, announces its schedule of services. Sunday Bible study for all ages is at 9:30 a.m., followed by worship at 10:30 a.m. with a message by Joshua Rine. There is also worship Sunday at 6:30 p.m. at the church building. Midweek service is Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. For more information, phone 724-439-4747 or check the Web site at www.utowncofc.org.
WALNUT HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 132 Collier Road, Uniontown, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. when the Rev. Arnold G. Husk gives the sermon “The Way to Peace.’ A special presentation, “Believe Again,’ as part of the local church’s outreach ministry with the Western Pennsylvania Conference of the United Methodist Church, will be shared in the service. For more information on church activities, phone 724-430-0131.
WALTERSBURG CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE, located about five miles north of Uniontown on Route 51, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. There is a prayer meeting on Wednesday at 6 p.m. The Rev. Bruce B. Poling is pastor. For more information, phone 724-677-2568.
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 W. McLaughlin as speaker. Special ministry in song will be provided by Chuck Hoone and Linda McLaughlin. Instrumentalists are James Lynn and Judy Hileman. There is another service Sunday at 7 p.m. with Time to Share by Lelia Moser. A nursery will be provided for all ages. For more information, phone the church office at 724-564-4765.
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ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST CHURCH, Third Street, Lawrence, welcomes The Men of Friendship Baptist Church in Washington in concert on Sunday, Feb. 18, at 4 p.m. There is no charge to attend. The Rev. Melvin Wilson is host pastor. For more information, contact Betty Gipson at 724-223-0445.
TOURS PLANNED: A tour to the Holy Land is scheduled for Feb. 8-18 as preparation for the Lenten season. A pilgrimage to Poland, led by the Rev. Rick Kosisko of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish in North Huntingdon, will be conducted April 17-25 that includes stops in Warsaw, Krakow, Zakopane, Czestochowa, Auschwitz and Wadowice. For a detailed packet, call 1-800-242-0728 or fax 724-543-2938 or write 101 W. High St., Kittanning 16201, or e-mail padre16201@yahoo.com and include your mailing address. Space is limited.