Church briefs
January 26, 2006 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 “Deal or No Deal?’ Small group Bible studies are offered at 9:30 a.m. Refreshments are served at 10:20 a.m. The ceremony of baptism will be at 10:30 a.m.
ALLISON CHRISTIAN CHURCH announces X-Factor Battle Cry group meets today from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Sunday is Laity Sunday and the youths will take over various roles during worship, which begins at 9 a.m. The Rev. Michael Peton is pastor. Elders are Charlotte Hughes and Will Chambers. Worship leader is Carol Ludwig. Rick Marker is junior church leader. Kyle Burle is acolyte. Souper Bowl Sunday is Feb. 4. A special collection will be received for the benefit of the Brownsville Soup Kitchen.
ASBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, corner of Beeson Avenue and Dunbar Street in Uniontown, announces Sunday’s more casual 9 a.m. worship service will the Rev. Thomas E. Brown’s message “Are You an Encourager or a Discourager?’ 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 organist and music director Jim Hutchinson. New members will be received and baptized. 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. A coffee hour will immediately follow in fellowship hall.
Asbury Youth will meet at 4 p.m. to prepare to serve a Meal for the Hungry from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. The meal will feature chicken noodle soup, ham and cheese sandwiches, vegetable trays, beverages and dessert. The participants are asked to stay for the praise and worship service at 6:30 p.m. to hear a message from Ed Loukota on weight lifting, referring to the weight of the spirit, and music by the Asbury Praise Band with Kevin Milliken, Paul and Barb Cramer, Paul Chiado and Ira Fox. Attendance at this service is not necessary to attend the meal.
BREAKTHROUGH WORSHIP CENTER, located on Ferguson Road in Mount Braddock, worships 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. The church also worships Sunday at 6 p.m. when the church mentorship team will lead worship, bring the message and function in the areas in which they have been trained. The mentorship team is trained and prepared for all types of ministry. 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: 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 about the camp meeting, visit www.rfiusa.org. For more information about the church or service times, contact the church by e-mailing at begin breakthroughwc@aol.com breakthroughwc@aol.com end
or calling 724-569-9549.
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. 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 “Abide.’ For more information about any of the Brownsville Charge churches, phone the charge office at 724-785-8704.
CALVARY APOSTOLIC CHURCH, located on Rolling Hills Estate road in North Union Township between Sylvan Heights Cemetery and the PennDOT facilities, announces Sunday services begin at 10 a.m. with music by the CAC praise team and a special song by Heather Sisler. Immediately following the morning service, there will be a dinner in the activity center sponsored by the Missions Department. At 6 p.m., CAC will have an evangelistic service with preaching from the Rev. Danny Aber and music featuring the CAC Choir. Wednesday services begin with focused prayer, followed by Bible teaching at 7:30 p.m. For more information, phone 724-438-5052 or visit the Website at www.calvaryapostolicchurch.org.
CALVARY ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 1316 S. Pittsburgh St., Connellsville, welcomes the Rev. Richard Rochkind on Sunday 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 Street and the corner of Collins Avenue, Uniontown, worships at 9:30 a.m. Sunday. The Rev. Maryann Long will deliver the message “God Unbound.’ Dr. David Boyd is organist. Greeters will be Brett, Emma and Mariah Matthews. Acolytes will be Alley Kennedy and Jessica Rockwell. Junior church leader will be Colleen Smitley. Youth group meets from 7 to 8:30 p.m. A fully staffed nursery and babyland are available.
CALVIN UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 307 Spring St., Brownsville, worships Sunday at 10 a.m. The Rev. Aleda Arnold Menchyk is pastor. The sermon is “How Firm the Foundation.’ The chancel choir will sing. At 11 a.m., the annual congregational meeting will be held to elect officers, receive the budget and year-end reports and to discuss plans for the 100th anniversary. For more information on church ministries, phone 724-785-5745.
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. with Kathy Yukish and Darlene Landi providing 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 “When Pigs Fly’ and 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 three 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. Robert Ellenberger will continue the series of messages entitled “The Greatest True Story in All of History,’ looking at the message of the entire Bible. This week’s message will be “God’s Man for God’s Plan,’ a message from the Book of Nehemiah. Nursery care is provided for all church services. On Sunday at 6:30 p.m., there will be a congregational meeting for all adult members and attendees. Also at 6:30 p.m., there will be PowerJAM, a service for teenagers, as well as Kids on a Mission for children ages four 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 Saturday, March 3 at 10 a.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. Fellowship Hour will be at noon. 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. 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, located at the corner of Fayette Street and Beeson Boulevard in Uniontown, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Joong W. Koe.
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 Ross Ackinclose as guest minister to Sunday’s 11 a.m. worship service. A session meeting will follow the service.
EAST LIBERTY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 169 Main St., Vanderbilt, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. with Pastor David McElroy. 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/
EMMANUEL BIBLE CHURCH, a Pentecostal church, located at 405 W. George St., Carmichaels, worships Sunday at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. and Wednesday at 7 p.m. The Rev. Roy D. Hetrick is pastor. For more information, phone 724-966-8014.
FAIRCHANCE APOSTOLIC REVIVAL CENTER, located on Route 857 across from Fairchance fire hall, 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.
FAIRVIEW UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Laurendale Road, Grindstone, worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. James Myers giving the sermon “Can You Stand the Truth?’ Acolytes are Megan and Harrison Boyd. Special music is provided by Jeff Hayducko at the piano. Bible study will begin Wednesday at 7 p.m. For further information, phone 724-677-9940 or 724-677-2151.
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
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FAITH FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, 183 Oliver Road, Uniontown, worships Sunday at 11 am. with Free spirit bringing a message in music. A birthday dinner for the Rev. Gerald A. Capan will be at noon. Faith Fellowship Church will close on Jan. 28 and will start a new ministry on Feb. 4. For more information, phone the Rev. Ewing Marietta at 724-626-1265.
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 “Been There, Done That, No Thanks!’ There is also worship at 6 p.m. Sunday with Hoppe delivering the message “Hope Wins!’ while the Good News Club for children in grades kindergarten through fifth 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 continue her series on “The Twenty Third Psalm.’ For more information, phone 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 Laity Sunday will be observed during the 10:55 a.m. service. Lay people of the congregation will participate in the service. The C.M.F. Choir will sing. Chris Teagarden will deliver the message. A message for children is included in the service, followed by a staffed nursery and second hour directed by Rita Ballone and Donna Johnson. For more information on church activities, phone the church office at 724-246-9387. The Rev. J.W. Hormell is minister.
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, located on the Towne Square at Fourth and Liberty streets, California, announces the Rev. Paul N. Min will preach “Abraham: Father of All Believers’ at the 10 a.m. worship service Sunday. Nursery care is available every Sunday. Phyllis and Bill Neil will serve as greeters. Edie Thomas will lead Scripture reading. Kimberly Sears will serve as acolyte. The choir will perform. Youth Bible study is available during worship. Diane Turosik will host coffee hour immediately following worship in the coffee hour room. 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, guest speaker, will give the sermon “Pessimism’s Pitfalls.’ Organist/choir director is Marcia Goisse. Amy Lewis is pianist. Bill Grimm is greeter. Head usher for January is Randy Grimm. Jeremy Rich is liturgist. Joshua DuBois is acolyte. Ushers are Beth Rich, Joshua DuBois and Kathleen Hockenberry. Tara Reiprich 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. This week’s worship leader, the Rev. Todd Crouch from Washington, Pa., will give the sermon “A Voice in the Wilderness.’ The choir will lead morning hymns, directed by Robin Carr. Beverly Short is greeter this month. Ushers are Frank Martin, Arnold Koon, David Martin and Peter Sisko. Minute for Mission is by David Martin.
The church invites the public to attend Community Kitchen, located in the church social room. Meals are provided by the community at no cost, however, donations are accepted. Next month’s meals are scheduled for Feb. 6 and 20. Feb. 20 marks the Community Kitchen’s one-year anniversary. For more information, call the church at 724-583-7840 or 724-583-1332.
On Tuesday at 1 p.m., the local Redstone Presbytery Women’s Group will meet for Bible study led by Bonnie Hartley.
FORT BURD UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF BROWNSVILLE, located at 200 Thornton Road, next to the hospital, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. Pastor William E. Lawson will deliver the message “Eternal.’ The adult choir, directed by Thomas Rishel, will sing. There will be a special time for youths. There is a staffed nursery for children age four and younger sponsored by the deacons. The annual meeting of the congregation/corporation for the purpose of hearing year-end reports will be held this Sunday following worship. The ordination and installation of new officers will take place this Sunday. The elder being ordained and installed is John DiDominic. William Johnson III and Edith Zetty are also being installed as elders. Deacon being ordained and installed is Jennifer Milne. Patty Johnson is also being installed as deacon. The junior deacon for 2007 will be Amber DiDominic. The calendar of events for February will be available. There will be a fellowship time hosted by the deacons following worship. For more information about the church, phone 724-785-3080.
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 “Are You Glorifying God in Your Body?’ 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, meets Sunday at 10 a.m. for praise and celebration. Discovering Grace membership class will be held this Sunday from 4 to 8 p.m. This class is offered for anyone interested in becoming a member of Grace Community Church. Refreshments will be provided. 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
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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 II.’ Calling the office at 724-437-6161 provides transportation. A nursery is provided for worship and Sunday school. On Sunday, there is a membership and baptism class from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. and Senior BYF is from 5 to 7 p.m. On Tuesday, there is dartball at 7:30 p.m. with Great Bethel at Larger Parish. On Wednesday, there is BYF from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Bible study is Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. BYF Lock-in begins Friday, Feb. 2, at 8 p.m. and pick up is Saturday, Feb. 3, at 8 a.m.
GREENE VALLEY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, located at 104 E. Greene St., Carmichaels, worships Sundays 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 “The Word of God (Part I) Lives Changed by Christ.’ The hunger offering will be received. Janet Adamovich is organist.
KLONDIKE CLERGY ASSOCIATION, representing the churches of Masontown and McClellandtown, announces the Service of Christian Unity has been rescheduled for Sunday at 4 p.m. at the Masontown Brethren Church. The Rev. Bob Lewis will be guest preacher. Food and fellowship will follow. The Rev. Stephen Cole, host pastor, can be contacted for more information at 724-583-0279.
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 “Christ-like Love.’ Lauren Ansel will be acolyte. The youth and adult choir will sing. Upcoming events: On Feb. 4, there will be Communion during worship.
MCCLELLANDTOWN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Route 21, Church Hill, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Geoffrey Rach delivering the sermon “And I Swear.’ The deacons will sponsor the youths collecting for the Souper Bowl next Sunday, Feb. 4.
MORNING STAR BAPTIST CHURCH, Newell, announces the coffeehouse opens Saturday at 7 p.m. with guest musicians Interfaith Band. Sunday worship begins at 10 a.m. A seminar entitled “Understanding Spiritual Gifts, Miracles and Healings’ will be held Sunday at 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible study/prayer meeting is at 7 p.m. For more information, phone 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 “A Rhetorical Question.’ Music will be provided by the senior choir and the Witness Jesus Band. Baptism will be held. 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 “More Workers.’ Carol Brooks and Glorybound Express will present special music. Children’s church is at 10 a.m.
NEW SALEM PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 27 S. Mill St., with the Rev. Norma Prina Murphy as pastor will have a guest speaker this Sunday at 11 a.m. worship. Greeters are Hobie and Paul Carroll. Ushers for January are Mark Nagy, John Paull, Bob Cole and Bob Stilwell. February ushers are Tom Martin, Hobie Carroll, Wally Velosky and Dan Voithoffer. A nursery is provided during worship for children ages six and under. The nursery attendant is Paige Miller. Lisa Crago is the acolyte for January. The fellowship time after the service will be hosted by the Kipila Family in honor of Pauline Kipila’s birthday. For more information, phone the church at 724-245-2200 or e-mail nspc@verizon.net.
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. Acolytes will be Katie Grahek and Megan Marks. Pleasant View’s Youth Group will lead worship. Worship leaders will be Brandy Adams, Ben Bloom, Jay Carson, Katie Grahek, Lindsay Hager, Samantha Lenhart, Megan Marks, Tyler Randolph, Tyler Show, Tom Sparrow and Nicole Toth. Special music will be provided by PV Youth Group and Tyler Randolph. Ushers will be Brandy Adams, Ben Bloom, Lindsay Hager and Tom Sparrow. The annual congregation and corporation meeting will be held Sunday, beginning with worship at 11 a.m. and followed by business.
Campbell Men’s Class will make and sell hoagies on Saturday, Feb. 3. The youth fellowship group is participating in the Souper Bowl of Caring on Feb. 4. Food and money collected that day will be used to support the Pleasant View Food Pantry in conjunction with the Fayette County Community Action Food Bank. For more information on any activities, 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. This is Youth Sunday when the youths will read Scripture and usher. The Rev. Karen Gray will deliver the message entitled “Who Is Your Enemy?’
ROSCOE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 300 Main St., welcomes Richard Kara of Brownsville to Sunday’s 11 a.m. worship service. Kara, a well-known area worship leader, is a retired law enforcement officer, having worked throughout the tri-county area until his retirement in early 2006. He is an elder and chancel choir member of First Presbyterian Church in California. Kara’s sermon is “No Fairy Tale Ending.’ The chancel choir, directed and accompanied by Tina Bolin, will sing. LaVerne Kennedy is worship greeter.
The study of the national bestseller “The Purpose Driven Life’ continues at adult Sunday school class at 9:30 a.m. 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. Confession is available Saturdays at 5:30 p.m. or by appointment. Sunday 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 announces Serbian Orthodox churches around the world will celebrate St. Sava Day this weekend with Divine services and program tributes to St. Sava, First Serbian Archbishop. St. George Church will hold Vespers today at 4 p.m. with Midnight Office at 5:30 a.m., Matins at 6 a.m. and Divine Liturgy at 8 a.m. The annual St. Sava dinner and program will be held in the church hall on Sunday at 11:30 a.m. following the Divine Liturgy. 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: For the Students and Staff of St. John the Evangelist School.’ 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. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHAPEL, Tridentine Latin Mass, located at Route 30 near Mountain View Inn in Greensburg, announces its schedule of Masses is Sunday at 10:30 a.m. and holy days at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call 724-837-5053.
ST. OLIVER PLUNKETT, ST. MICHAEL ARCHANGEL ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH IN FREDERICKTOWN, announces River of Life Group will hold a charismatic Mass on Thursday 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, worships Sunday at 10:45 a.m. with the Rev. Paul N. Frank Jr. delivering the sermon “All The Difference.’ Installation of the newly elected council members and the officers of the Women of the ELCA will also take place. 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 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 worship with the Holy Eucharist Sunday at 8 and 10:30 a.m. Serving as chalice bearers and lectors will be Bob Cimino, Cathy Dunn and Van Evans. Acting as crucifer and acolytes will be Carene Rhodes, Meridith Balas and Timothy Waggett. The Yada Yada Women’s Prayer Group will meet Sunday at 6 p.m. at the parish house. 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 with Holy Communion at 10:30 a.m. Fellowship time will follow the service. At 7 p.m., a “Talent – No Talent Show’ will be held at the church. The event will feature light-hearted performances by various members. A dessert social will follow.
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.
SERVANT SONG MINISTRIES, 720 E. Greene St., Waynesburg, will celebrate the first anniversary of the opening of its ecumenical retreat house and spirituality center with a weekend open house on Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. The festivities will include tours of the facility and refreshments. Members of the ministry team, staff and program participants will offer presentations and comments about the healing, grief and prayer ministry; retreats, and on-going enrichment programs. New programs being offered this year will include “Whatsoever’ reading fellowship, “Cups of Kindness’ community outreach, and “United We Pray’ prayer group.
At 2 p.m. Sunday, the Rev. Peter Ostrander, vicar of St. George’s Episcopal Church and regional director of the International Order of St. Luke, will celebrate a rededication and annual blessing of the retreat house. Ostrander is a member of Servant Song’s ministry team.
Upcoming events include: “Whatsoever’ Christian reading fellowship, today from 7 to 8:30 p.m.; “Love’ Scrapbooking retreat day on Saturday, Feb. 3, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; “Learning to Pray for Healing Workshop’ on Feb. 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Servant Song is an ecumenical, non-profit 501(c) (3) charitable organization that encourages and promotes spiritual growth and enrichment through prayer, silence, retreats, education and spiritual direction in the Christian tradition. For more information, call 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.
SMITHFIELD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 20 Church St., worships Sunday at 9 a.m. The Rev. Karen Gray will deliver the message “Who Is Your Enemy?’ There is a prayer and service every Wednesday at 7 p.m., led by a congregation member. A casual worship service, including contemporary music, a skit and a fellowship time is held on the first and third Saturdays of the month at 6 p.m.
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. There is special anointed apostolic preaching and teaching. Leslie Fuller is pastor. For more information, phone 724-785-3457.
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.
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. Bob Bankhead is greeter. Doreen Myers is liturgist. Dartball team will play at Pleasant View Tuesday. The Souper Bowl offering will be collected Feb. 4. The Sunday School Bible Quiz will begin on Feb. 25. Contact Renee Dillow at 724-564-0136 for more information regarding church activities.
STREETS OF GOLD MINISTRY presents the Faith Harmony Boys from Charleston, W.Va. at the Ardara United Presbyterian Church in North Huntingdon Township today at 7:30 p.m. and The Johnson Quartet from Ohsweken, Ontario, Canada, on Feb. 3 at 7 p.m. at the Irwin First Assembly of God Church in Irwin. . A love offering will be taken. For more information, phone 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 “The Love Test.’ A covered-dish dinner will be held Sunday at 4 p.m., followed with a congregational meeting. For more information, phone 724-564-2919.
THIRD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 425 Union St., Uniontown, in the Craig Meadows neighborhood, announces Reflection, a student-led ministry from Geneva College, will lead worship at both Sunday’s 9 a.m. contemporary service and the 11 a.m. traditional service. 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. On Wednesday at 7 p.m., all CrossWalk guys will gather for a Video Night. For adults, a wide variety of afternoon and evening Small Groups continue 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
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TRINITY FELLOWSHIP CHURCH OF GOD, 126 Lincoln St., Uniontown, has praise and worship Sunday at 11 a.m. with special music by Susie Moreland followed by a special anointed message by the Rev. Stanley Flasher. There are also services Sunday at 6 p.m. and Wednesday at 7 p.m. Children’s church and nursery are provided for Sunday morning worship. For more information, phone 724-526-9636.
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 “Love Never Ends.’ Liturgist is Jean Nass and the acolyte is Cole Waligura. Large-print bulletins and hearing devices are available during worship. A nursery is provided during the worship hour for children five and under. For more information, visit the Web site www.trinityupc.net
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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. in the Henry Mick fellowship hall. The Rev. Tom Barnhart Jr. will preach the message “Faith Vs. Feelings.’ Tonight at 8, the youths will begin their All Niter. Games, videos, food and music are being planned. Participants should bring sleeping stuff. Brother Randy Byers continues to do a Bible study on the Trinity on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. This Sunday at 6 p.m., the church will hold a society meeting for all full members to vote on issues for the upcoming year. It is an open meeting. For more information, phone 724-437-5980.
UNIONTOWN CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, 20 Robinson St., worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. This has been designated Peace Sunday and the Rev. Vincent Cable will bring the message “The Things That Make For Peace.’ Readers for Peace Sunday are Mary DeFazio, Kayla Means, Pam Rossini and Janet Lyons. Sandy Stein is worship leader. Tiffani Ellsworth is acolyte. Sarah DeFazio is interlude musician and Michele Means is children’s storyteller. 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
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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 “Thank God You Feel Inadequate.’ A DVD entitled “Katrina Church Recovery’ will be shown during the service through the outreach of churches in the Western Pennsylvania United Methodist Conference. 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. Terry Poling is to present a special song. There is also worship Sunday at 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.
WHARTON FURNACE UNION CHURCH, located on the Wharton Furnace Road near Elliottsville, worships Sunday at 11a.m. John Edward Loukota will bring the message “God Is My Refuge.’ Gary Livengood serves as worship leader and Gail Carlins, director of music ministries, accompanied by Jason King, will provide special music. The offering this Sunday will benefit the many missions supported by the church. 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 W. McLaughlin as speaker. Holy Communion will be served. Special ministry in song will be provided by Renee Lynn and Charles 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: announces a pilgrimage to Poland called “Footsteps of Pope John Paul,’ 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 plus other religious and historical sites affiliated with Pope John Paul and St. Faustina of the Divine Mercy. For a detailed packet, call 1-800-242-0728 or fax 724-543-2938 or write 101 West High St., Kittanning 16201, or email begin padre16201@yahoo.com padre16201@yahoo.com end
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