Church briefs
May 11, 2007 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 Grimm Details.’ Small group Bible studies are offered at 9:30 a.m. Refreshments are served at 10:20 a.m. Vacation Bible School with the theme “007 Son Force Kids – Special Agents for God’ will be held June 25-29 from 6:30 to 8:45 p.m.
ALLISON CHRISTIAN CHURCH announces Patty Roddy will speak at the X-Factor meeting today at 6:30 p.m., presenting information about summer church camp at Laurelview. Sunday worship is at 9 a.m. The Rev. Michael Peton is pastor. Elders are Stephanie McCormick and Carol Ludwig. Denise Marker is worship leader. Tarita Burle is junior church. Edward Combs is acolyte. A nursery attendant is available for childcare. There will be a penny sale Sunday. A worship committee meeting will be held Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. to discuss the order of worship for Pentecost Sunday on May 27. Baptisms will also be conducted that day.
ASBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, corner of Beeson Avenue and Dunbar Street in Uniontown, announces both Sunday services will celebrate Mother’s Day with a special Mother’s Day Tribute by the Asbury Youth. All women of the church are invited by the Asbury United Methodist Men for a light breakfast in fellowship hall at 10 a.m.
The more casual 9 a.m. service will include the message “A Life of Significance’ by guest speaker Captain Chris Blessing of the Salvation Army, and praise choruses led by song leader Barb Cruse and special music by pianist Sharon Brown. The traditional 11 a.m. service includes Blessing’s message, and special music by the Asbury Chancel Choir and Jim Hutchinson, director of music and organist. Loving Nursery Care is available for infants and children to age four. Children’s bulletins available for ages three to seven. Tele-receivers are available for the hearing impaired.
Asbury Youth meets Sunday from 5 to 6:30 p.m. for students in grades six to 12. The praise and worship service begins at 6:30 p.m. with a message and music by Asbury’s praise band with Kevin Milliken, Paul and Barb Cramer, Paul Chiado, Ira Fox and Bert Sesler. A light meal and fellowship are at 6 p.m.
BREAKTHROUGH WORSHIP CENTER, located on Ferguson Road in Mount Braddock, will continue in revival and worship Sunday at 10:30 a.m. when the church praise band leads a contemporary and prophetic worship service and senior pastors, the Rev. Adam and Hillary Lawson, will bring the anointed word. Extreme Adventures Children’s Ministry meets during worship. There is no evening worship this week as the church celebrates women and mothers.
Intercessory prayer is held Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Midweek service is Wednesday at 7 p.m. when the church continues the series “Discovering and Developing Your Spiritual Gifts.’ Ignited youth group will also meet. Upcoming events include: Kings Conference May 18-19. Building Covenant Relationships and Church Mentorship Team will hold a church picnic on Sunday, May 27 at the pastors’ home. Ignited youth group will host worship on June 3 at 6 p.m. 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., worships Sundays at 10:45 a.m. The Rev. Paul Sandusky is pastor. Nursery is available. Baptismal services will be conducted for five new members. The men will sing a special song in honor of Mother’s Day. 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. is pastor. The Rev. Donald Cook, interim pastor, will speak on “Let Loose and Reach Out!’ On May 20, all three churches will meet together at South Brownsville to celebrate the anniversary of South Brownsville Church. A soup and salad lunch will be served immediately following morning worship. For more information about any of the Brownsville Charge churches, phone the charge office at 724-785-8704.
CALVARY APOSTOLIC CHURCH, located on Rolling Hills Estate road in North Union Township between Sylvan Heights Cemetery and the PennDOT facilities, announces on Saturday, the ladies of CAC will hold their annual Mother’s Day Banquet at 3 p.m. A special tribute to mothers will be held this Mother’s Day with services beginning at 10 a.m. There will be a presentation by the CAC Kids Sign Team. At 6 p.m., CAC will have an evangelistic service with preaching by Pastor Danny Aber and music featuring the CAC Choir. Wednesday services begin with Missions 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 BAPTIST CHURCH, located on McClellandtown Road, Route 21, Uniontown, worships Sunday at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Joe Ritz speaking and the praise band presenting special music. Mothers will be honored. There is also worship at 6:30 p.m. Sunday with Ritz speaking. College & Career age meets Sunday at 6:30 p.m. for fellowship and Bible study while youths in grades five through 12 also meet. Nursery and children’s classes are available for all services. Each Wednesday at 6:30 p.m., the congregation gathers for prayer and at 7 p.m. for a Bible study titled, “A Walk Through Exodus,’ taught by the Rev. Ron Hudson while Children’s Patches and Grace ministry and youths also meet. For more information, call 724-439-0301.
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 “Opening Our Hearts and Homes.’ Dr. David Boyd, organist and choir director, will lead the chancel choir. Greeters are Tom, Colleen, Shannon and Aaron Smitley. Acolytes are Alley Kennedy and Jessica Rockwell. Junior church leader will be Jane Naymick. A fully staffed nursery and babyland are available.
CALVIN UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 307 Spring St., Brownsville, worships Sunday at 10 a.m. The chancel choir will sing. The Rev. Aleda Arnold Menchyk is pastor. The sermon is “The Contributions of Women.’ The sacrament of baptism will be held for Talon Theodore Bagwell, son of Boyd and Ashley Herre Bagwell. Last day to pay for anniversary flowers. 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 Meghan and the Rev. Art Mace as praise leader and presenting special music.
On Mother’s Day, Sunday, worship is at 10:30 a.m. when the Rev. Art Mace, senior pastor, will give the message “Responsible Mothers’ and the children’s message. Patty Roddy is pastoral associate and Beth Collins 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 3 to third grade are available during morning worship. A special study for children in grades one through seventh continues Sunday at 9:30 a.m. This Sunday, the Chi Rho Youth members will sponsor a Mother’s Day Breakfast fund-raiser from 8 to 10 a.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 share a special Mother’s Day message titled “The Unconditional Love of Mothers.’ Nursery care is provided for all church services.
On Wednesday, there will be a prayer cell at 11 a.m. and at 6:30 p.m. there is Contagious Christian Training. 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, meets at the church on Saturdays at 10 a.m. For more information on church ministries, phone 724-437-6850.
CHRIST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, located at the corner of Fayette Street and Beeson Boulevard in Uniontown, worships Sunday at 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.
DUNLAP’S CREEK CHURCH, 502 Twin Hills Road, Merrittstown, also known as the Old Stone Church, welcomes Harry Wilson as guest speaker to Sunday’s 11 a.m. worship service. Officials said, “Happy Mother’s Day to all mothers. Thanks to all who made our rummage sale a success.’
EAST LIBERTY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 169 Main St., Vanderbilt, announces a Ladies Tea will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. On Mother’s Day, Sunday worship is at 11 a.m. with guest speaker Indy Lynn. There is a covered dish dinner on Wednesday at 6 p.m. followed by a prayer and praise service. The food bank will distribute food Thursday from 10 a.m. to noon. The Rev. David McElroy is pastor. For more information, check the Web site at www.forministry.com/USPAPCUSAELPCE/
FAIRCHANCE FREE METHODIST CHURCH, 53 S. Morgantown St., will offer a Mother’s Day breakfast and program during the 9:15 a.m. Sunday school time. All are invited to attend. The program is titled “Purse-onality. There will be games, prizes and a short, humorous video on motherhood. Program is open to all family members.
The church worships Sunday at 10:45 a.m. with the choir singing. The Rev. Paul Lesher will bring the message this Mother’s Day Sunday. In addition, the service will include special music, praise choruses, traditional 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 ministry opportunities, including children and youth ministries, individual, marriage and family counseling, phone the church office at 724-564-5000.
The church is now on its summer schedule, which includes a Bible study of the Book of Revelation for adults with the Rev. Connie Moser teaching Sundays at 6 p.m. in the social hall. The senior high youths meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. On May 19, the annual spaghetti supper will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Call the church for tickets. They will deliver in the Fairchance area to shut-ins and businesses.
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 Lillian Sparks brings a message for Mothers Day. Each mother in attendance will receive a gift and some special mothers will be honored during the service. On Wednesday, Family Night begins at 7 p.m. with Missionettes and Royal Rangers for children, 212 Ministry for youths, THE SOURCE for young adults, Griefshare and adult Bible study. Celebrate Recovery, a faith-based recovery program meets Fridays at 7 p.m. Their Step Studies program is held Sundays at 6 p.m. and Wednesdays 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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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 titled “Like a Mother’s Love.’ Mothers will be honored. There is also worship at 6 p.m. when Hoppe brings the message titled “Samson & Paul: Two Strong Men.’ Wednesday the congregation meets for prayer and Bible study with Hoppe while youths in grades six through 12 also meet. Transportation is available for all services. Call the church at 724-564-2080 for more information.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 515 Morgantown St., Point Marion, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. This Mother’s Day, Pastor Kathy Griffith will share a message titled “The Proverbs 31 Lady.’ For more information, phone 724-725-5187.
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GRINDSTONE, located at 529 Grindstone Road, gathers for worship Sunday at 10:45 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. with Larry Smith, minister. For more information, phone the church at 724-785-2774.
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF NEW SALEM, 800 New Salem Road, 3.4 miles west of Route 40, turn at Sheetz plaza and proceed 3.4 miles west on New Salem Road, announces Sunday worship is at 10:45 a.m. with the Rev. Andy Miles preaching. There is weekly Communion. There is also a 6 p.m. service and youth group at 7 p.m. On Wednesday at 7 p.m., there is Adult Bible study with a new study called “Training for Service’ and classes for seventh to 12th-grade students. 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 worships Sunday at 10:55 a.m. when the Rev. J.W. Hormell will deliver the message “A Son.’ The chancel choir will sing. The children of the Sunday school will present a musical tribute to mothers followed by a staffed nursery and second hour directed by Rita Ballone and Donna Johnson. Malen Stump is worship leader. Lisa Harris is acolyte. Bob Boniface and Hazel Page will greet the congregation. For more information on 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 “The Mother of Moses’ at the 10 a.m. worship service Sunday. Nursery care is available every Sunday. Dan and Bess Swartz will serve as greeters. Isabelle Anderson will lead Scripture. Edie Thomas will sing. Youth Bible study is available during worship. Coffee hour will be served immediately following the service. 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. Donald E. Walls. Guest speaker, will give the sermon “A Study in Christian Relations.’ Organist/choir director is Marcia Goisse. Amy Lewis is pianist. Bill Grimm is greeter. Randy Grimm is liturgist. Joshua DuBois is acolyte. Ushers are Dana Zinck, Drew Zinck and Bill Zinck. Joshua DuBois has the nursery. For more information on church activities, phone the office at 724-564-2042.
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 300 Main St at corner of Union and Main Streets, Fayette City, will have a soup, sandwich and bake sale on Election Day from 11 a.m. to 2p.m. Take outs available. For more information, call 724-326-8881.
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 “Biblical Mothers.’ Worship will include a special time for youths. The adult choir will perform, directed by Thomas Rishel. There is a staffed nursery for children age 4 and younger sponsored by the deacons. The flowers are given by Robert Viencek. Red geraniums for Pentecost Sunday may be ordered through May 13. For more information, 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 “A Woman’s Worth is Never Done.’ Prayer meeting is Wednesday 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, meets Sunday for worship at 11 a.m. Thursday at 7:30 p.m., adults will meet for Bible study and refreshments while there are sessions for children and youths to get connected with other kids their own age. 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 the Pastor Greg Cooper bringing the message. Calling the office at 724-437-6161 provides transportation. A nursery is provided for worship and Sunday school. Happy Mother’s Day. There is no BYF. On Wednesday, there is BYF from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and coffee and doughnuts at 6:30 p.m. There is no Bible study. On May 18 at 6:30 a.m., ABMen have prayer and Bible study. On May 19, there is ABMen breakfast – sign up if planning to attend – and at 2 p.m. there is a youth and children fishing rodeo at Hutchinson Sportsmen’s Club.
HIGH HOUSE CHURCH OF GOD, 1156 Walnut Hill Road, Smithfield, will honor Mothers this Sunday. At 11 a.m. worship, Angela Carl, the pastor’s daughter-in-law will share the Mother’s Day message. There will be special music with Gerald Hiles playing the piano and solos by Rebecca Bowlen who just released a new CD and other congregational songs. There will be flowers presented to all ladies. Officials said, “The Rev. Archie Smith and congregation would like to wish all mothers everywhere a very special Mother’s Day blessing.’ There will be no evening service Sunday so families can be with mothers. For more information or directions, phone 724-438-8606.
HOPEWELL UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 400 Hopewell Road, Brownsville, across from Acklin Cemetery, Luzerne Township, celebrates Mother’s Day in worship Sunday at 9:30 a.m. The Rev. Gail E. Mason’s sermon is “Jesus in My Life.’ First fruits offering will be received. Janet Adamovich is organist. The annual Election Day soup and sandwich luncheon will be held May 15 from 11 a.m. until 5:30 p.m., including a flea market and bake sale. Call 724-246-8010 on the day of the luncheon for take-out and bring your own jar when you pick up your order. Proceeds go towards purchasing a new copier.
JACOB’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, 342 Lutheran Church Road, Masontown, worships at 9 a.m. The Holy Eucharist is offered every Sunday. The Rev. Jacqueline Campbell will preach on God’s message from Macedonia. The Relay for Life Team will have a benefit yard sale May 19-20. For further information, phone 724-583-0109 or visit the Web site at www.lutheransonline.com/jacobslutheran
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KLONDIKE CLERGY ASSOCIATION, representing the churches of Masontown and McClellandtown, is sponsoring the eighth annual German-Masontown CROP Walk on Sunday, May 20, starting at the Masontown-German Park. Registration begins at 12:45 p.m. The walk begins at 1:30 p.m. There is a three-mile walk and a six-mile walk. There are rest stops along the way and refreshments will be served at the end. Walkers are encouraged to get sponsor forms and donations. Each walker raising $50 receives a commemorative t-shirt. Sponsor forms are available at churches or by calling the Rev. Bob Lewis, coordinator, at 724-583-9207. Twenty-five percent of the money is returned to the local community to assist local food banks. The rest goes to Church World Service for their use in the struggle to eliminate world hunger. For more information about CROP Walks, check the Web site at www.cropwalk.org
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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 “The Influence of Faithful Women.’ Special Mother’s Day anthem will be presented by the choir. The children will present mothers with a special gift. Acolyte will be Lauren Ansell. Upcoming events: May 20 is doughnut fellowship at 9:45 a.m. with Kids Corner following the service. May 27 will be a special Pentecost service.
LAUREL MOUNTAIN BAPTIST CHURCH, 1980 Wharton Furnace Road, Gibbon Glade, located one mile north of the Mason-Dixon Line, Route 381, offers Sunday worship at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday evenings, the church offers a unique fireplace service. The Rev. Dr. Michael George is pastor.
For more information, phone 724-329-4707 or visit the Web site at www.laurelmtnbaptist.org
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LIBERTY BAPTIST CHURCH, 183 Oliver Road, Uniontown, part of the Southern Baptist Convention, every Saturday will have youth ministry and Ladies Bible study at 6 p.m. and Cowboy Church at 7 p.m. This Saturday, the church will have Free Spirit, a Southern gospel group from Fayette County. This Sunday at 10 a.m. is small group study and 11 a.m. is the worship hour with Free Spirit providing music. After the service, a free dinner will be served by the men of the church to all in celebration of Mother’s Day.
MASONTOWN COMMUNITY KITCHEN will serve its bi-weekly meal on Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. in Masontown First Presbyterian Church, 102 W. Church St. The menu will be taco salad with Panera breads, desserts and beverages. The Rev. Bob Cole of the Masontown Brethren Church will lead grace. Officials said, “The community is requested to invite someone they may know who is in need of a meal and the social and spiritual fellowship that is found at the kitchen.’
The last Community Kitchen on May 11 had an attendance of 150 people who enjoyed chicken salad sandwiches and salads. Almost 50 additional meals were provided as carry out for those unable to attend the meal. Several new volunteers were on hand to help with serving and cleaning up, which was appreciated by the staff. Hospitality is provided by volunteers and those who attend. There is no charge for the meal, however, donations are accepted. For more information, contact Kathy West at 724-966-5400 or Bettie Crable at 724-583-7464.
MASONTOWN MENNONITE CHURCH, located on Mennonite Church Road, worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at 6 p.m. is King’s Kafe with fellowship and food, and at 7 p.m. is the book study “The Power of Prayer,’ led by Richard McIntire. The Rev. Ronald Smith is pastor. On May 20 at 7 p.m., the church will host the gospel group One Way from Uniontown. Refreshments will be served after the service.
MCCLELLANDTOWN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Route 21, Church Hill, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. when the Rev. Geoffrey Rach delivering the sermon “Don’t Forget,’ second in a May series titled “We Remember,’ with a focus on discipleship. Large-print version of the bulletin is available. Angela Clark and Falcon Coulson will serve as acolytes. Special music for Mother’s Day will be presented by the adult choir, accompanied by church organist Janet Adamovich. Sponsors are needed for the annual CROP Walk in Masontown on May 20. Proceeds will help alleviate hunger worldwide through Church World Service and support local food banks in Masontown and McClellandtown with 25 percent of money received.
Fran Trosiek, chair of the fellowship committee, has requested donations be placed in a box in the vestibule for Sunshine Baskets for those unable to attend worship. Items suggested are puzzle books, hand cream, stationery, lip balm, small toothpaste, shampoo and soap.
June 3 is Graduation Sunday. Contact Judy Angelo at 724-737-0651 with names of those graduating from high school, college or trade school, to be recognized during worship. The deacons will host a lunch-reception in their honor following worship. Vacation Bible School will be held June 18-22 from 9 a.m. to noon with the theme “Come to Lava Lava Island Where Jesus’ Love Flowers.’ Confirmation classes for youths ages 12 and older will be held at the same time with Rach. Contact him at 412-400-4990 to enroll.
MOUNT MORIAH BAPTIST CHURCH, 30 Church St., Smithfield, worships Sunday at 8:30 a.m., led by Pastor Darrell Edgar. 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 Family Affair.’ Dedication of children will be held. Music will be provided by the senior choir and the Witness Jesus Band. For more information, phone 724-569-4847.
MOUNT OLIVET BAPTIST CHURCH, 51 Stewart Ave., Uniontown, celebrates its annual homecoming on May 20. Services are at 8 and 11 a.m. with sermons delivered by the Rev. Vincent L. Winfrey Sr., pastor, with Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. There is also a 3:30 p.m. service with a sermon delivered by the Rev. Albert Winfrey, pastor of United Baptist Church in Connellsville. Spring revival service will be held May 23-25 at 7 p.m. Guest revivalist will be the Rev. Kaiser W. Jones Jr., pastor of Refuge Baptist Church of Columbus, Ohio. Winfrey said revival services will also take place every Wednesday at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary. For transportation or information, call 724-438-7489.
MOUNT ROSE BAPTIST CHURCH, 9 Grant St., Uniontown announces the men’s breakfast will be held on Saturday, May 19, at 9:30 a.m. at the church. Brother Norman Craggette is chairman. The Rev. Brian McLee is pastor.
NEW GENEVA BAPTIST CHURCH, Front Street, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. when the Rev. Robert J. Robinson delivers the message “They Will Teach Your Kids.’ Bob Brooks and Glorybound Express will present special music. Children’s church is at 10 a.m.
NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 126 Brownsville Ave., Brownsville, hosts a free coffee and doughnut fellowship every Sunday at 9 a.m. Sunday worship is at 10:30 a.m. Thursday is Family Night with adults beginning a study on spiritual warfare, youth group Ignite meets and there are activities and lessons for elementary-age children. Mondays at 7 p.m., a weight-loss support group meetings. Come in from the Storm is every Friday from 9 a.m. to noon for women. For more information, call 724-785-7141. Transportation is available for Sunday and Thursday services.
NEW SALEM PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 27 S. Mill St., announces Sunday service will start at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Norma Prina Murphy. Lisa Crago is worship assistant. Greeters are Mark and Lou Nagy. Ushers for May are Tom Martin, Hobie Carroll, Wally Velosky and Dan Voithoffer. A nursery is provided during worship for children ages 6 and under. Nursery attendant is Meg Radolec. Lisa Crago is acolyte. The fellowship time after worship will be hosted by the deacons in honor of Mother’s Day. For more information, phone the church at 724-245-2200 or e-mail nspc@verizon.net.
OAK HILL BAPTIST CHURCH, at Old Frame, Smithfield, will hold worship at 9 a.m. Sunday with the Rev. Phillip Elliott giving the message. Special Mother’s Day music will be presented by David Dahl. Chelsea Johnson will also sing. On Election Day Tuesday, the church will hold a chicken and biscuit dinner from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
PHILLIPS GOSPEL COFFEE HOUSE, located in the Village of Phillips on J.K. Packing Road in Uniontown, will reopen today and present The Harvest Aires and Bob Denny in concert. The group consists of three sisters, Margaret Jo Friedhof, Lois Friedhof, Marsha McNemar and friend Bob Denny from Uniontown. The group has performed throughout the tri-state area as well as Virginia, Arkansas and Tennessee, singing southern gospel, traditional hymns and contemporary music. Doors open at 7 p.m. Concert begins at 8 p.m. For more information, phone 724-438-5683.
PLEASANT VIEW PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, located two miles west of Smock at the intersection of the Pleasant View and Royal roads, worships at 11 a.m. on Sunday. The Child of the Week (a new outreach to get to know the children of PV and the community) will be Briana Karem. Before worship begins, Briana’s picture and a few fun facts about her will be displayed on the big screen. This is Music Ministry Sunday when the church celebrates with word and music during worship. Special music will be provided by PVPC’s Band, clarinet choir, adult choir, pianist Justin Randolph, soloists Irene Williams, David Rittenhouse, Heather Mazur and Sandra Leichliter. The church family’s post-high school graduates will be recognized during worship. Morgan Adams and Izetta McGill will be acolytes. The family and community outreach team is preparing an updated version of the pictorial directory. Campbell Men’s Bible Class will hold its annual chicken and ribs barbecue May 19-20 at the Jackson Farms Store on Route 40. It helps the class fund projects in, around and beyond Pleasant View. Youth fellowship will also have various deserts for sale and other snacks, including funnel cakes, to supplement the men’s barbecue. For more information on church activities, phone 724-677-2149.
POINT MARION UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, located on the corner of Route 119 and Broadway Street, worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Gene Stollings will give a Mother’s Day sermon. Vicki Brooks will give the children’s message.
REVERE FREE METHODIST CHURCH worships Sunday at 11 a.m. There will be a program honoring mothers. Special music will be provided by the worship team and Valerie Stants. No nursery or junior church will be available. The Rev. Dale E. Sickles will give a Mother’s Day sermon. At 7 p.m. worship, Tom Smith will be in concert singing Southern gospel music. The food pantry is in operation for those in need. For more information, phone 724-437-9435.
ROSCOE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 300 Main St., announces chancel memorial bouquets of yellow roses and small individually potted begonias will welcome worships for 11 a.m. worship on Mother’s Day. The yellow roses are provided each year in memory of Janet Ray Jones by her husband, Jack Jones. They were her favorite flower.
Officials said, “Janet Jones is remembered by the congregation with much fondness for her outstanding musical ability. She was a member of the chancel choir and is remembered for her many solos during worship and at area worship and other celebrations. She was a church leader both as a deacon and later an elder. The Janet Ray Circle of Roscoe Presbyterian Women is named for her. The circle will give each woman present at the Mother’s Day service a begonia plant at the conclusion of the service.’
Marjorie Ferguson, a member of the Janet Ray Circle, will be Mother’s Day worship greeter. The Rev. Dr. John Rankin will give the sermon “Bag Lady and Jesus.’ The chancel choir will sing, directed and accompanied by Tina Bolin. The loose offering will go for missions of the deacons.
This is the last Sunday school session until fall. The adult Faith Seekers will not meet this Sunday but resume next week at 9:30 a.m. to focus on “The Purpose Driven Life.’ For a mission project, the class is putting together bath sets for individuals at Resurrection Power, an addiction recovery, live-in Christian program in Washington, Pa., led by the Rev. Robert Hedges and supported by Washington Presbytery. Individuals who are putting together sets are asked to bring them to the May 27 class, the concluding session of the year. The spring anniversary luncheon of the Janet Ray Circle has been rescheduled for May 21 at 2 p.m. at the church.
ST. ANDREW’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, 307 High St., Brownsville, worships Sunday at 9 a.m. with the Rev. Jack Hernstrom. Communion is celebrated every Sunday. Worshippers gather downstairs the first and third Sundays for fellowship after worship. For more information, phone 724-785-3970.
ST. GEORGE MARONITE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 6 Lebanon Terrace, Uniontown, announces the annual May Crowning will be held Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy. May Queen will be Emilie Madison and her escort will be Anthony Howard. Her court will include the First Holy Communion class members and Maronite Youth Organization. The Rev. Joseph R. David, pastor, will crown the queen. Ronda Risha is director of religious education. A reception will follow in the social hall.
ST. GEORGE SERBIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH IN CARMICHAELS announces Orthodox churches will celebrate the Feast of the Ascension on Thursday and the celebration continues in daily services until May 25. Vespers for the feast will be held at St. George at 4 p.m. Wednesday. The Rev. Rodney Torbic is pastor of St. George.
ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 50 Jefferson Ave., Uniontown, on Thursday will have “A Day of Holiness: Peace I Leave With You: My Peace I Give to You.’ Holy Mass: 7:15 a.m. and noon. Eucharistic adoration is from 8 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. and 1 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. when the Rev. Paul N. Frank Jr. will deliver the sermon “Do You Love Me?’ Children are welcome to attend the Lesson for the Lambs children’s sermon. Nursery is open to all infants during the 10:45 a.m. 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 the Holy Eucharist on Sunday at 8 and 10:30 a.m. Serving as chalice bearers and lectors will be Robert Cimino, Robert Springer and Donald Miller. Acting as crucifer and acolytes are Brennan Ruthardt, Meridith Balas and Marissa Springer. The parish conference begins at 6 p.m. and continues Saturday at 9:30 a.m., followed by dinner at 5:30 p.m. Keynote speaker will be the Rt. Rev. Keith Ackerman, bishop of the Diocese of Quincy, Ill., speaking on “Saints; Ancient and Modern.’ Childcare will be provided for children age 5 and younger. The Holy Eucharist and healing service is held Wednesday at noon with Carolina Buddemeyer presiding. 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, worships Sunday with the sacrament of Holy Communion at 10:30 a.m. worship. Youths and children of the congregation will serve as worship leaders and the pastor will preside at Holy Communion. An orientation class for prospective new members will be held at the church at 9 a.m. 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 congregation will celebrate the Ascension of Our Lord with a worship service with Holy Communion Thursday at 7:30 p.m. The Rev. Bernard W. Carl is pastor. For more information, phone 724-439-4730 or e-mail the pastor at PastorCarl9@aol.com.
SERVANT SONG MINISTRIES, 720 E. Greene St., Waynesburg, announces registration deadline is Monday for “Dreams & Spiritual Growth’ weekend retreat, which will be held May 18-20. This is an opportunity to study dreams in the Christian Scriptures, and how dreams help to live out God’s purposes. For more information or to register, call 724-852-2133.
SMITHFIELD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 20 Church St., worships Sundays at 9 a.m. The Rev. Gene Stollings will deliver a Mother’s Day sermon. There is a prayer and meditation service led by a member of the congregation every Wednesday at 7 p.m. The Saturday evening service will resume in September.
SOLID ROCK MINISTRY- FAITH, HOPE, LOVE, 34 Millview St., Uniontown, announces Sunday, there is fellowship from 9 to 9:45 a.m., and 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. There is also family Bible study Tuesday and Wednesday at 7 p.m. Thursday, there is a leadership training course at 7 p.m. For more information, call the Rev. Elmer “Buzz’ Hall at 724-880-4714.
SOLID ROCK 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.
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 “Mother This.’ Greeter is Gary Dunn and liturgist is Luana Catlett. Vacation Bible School will be held June 11-15 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Contact Renee Dillow at 724-564-0136 for more information regarding church activities.
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 “By This They Will Know.’ The men’s choir will present special music. This month’s birthday celebrants are Barb Long and Jeanette Long. Refreshments will be served after worship. Bible study will be held Tuesday at 7 p.m. For more information, phone 724-564-2919.
THIRD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 425 Union St., Uniontown, in the Craig Meadows neighborhood, announces this is Mother’s Day Sunday. The Rev. Chris Enoch, senior pastor, will deliver the message “Our Deliverer’ at both the 9 a.m. contemporary service and the 11 a.m. traditional service. This is the fourth in a series of messages titled “God at Work.’ Sunday school classes for all ages meeting at 10 a.m. will include a church-wide study called “A 40-Day Spiritual Journey to a More Generous Life.’ Childcare will be offered in a well-staffed nursery. Senior High CrossWalk meets Sunday at 7 p.m. and Junior High CrossWalk meets Monday at 7 p.m. For adults, a wide variety of afternoon and evening Small Groups continue meeting this week. The church has ample 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, announces Sunday praise and worship is at 11 a.m. followed with an anointed message by the Rev. Stanley Flasher. Children’s church will be provided for children. There is a staffed nursery available for the service on Sunday morning. There will be a lecture series Wednesday at 7 p.m. given by the Rev. Amy Flasher on “The life and times of David and how God took a little and turned it into a lot.’ Communion is held the first Sunday of every month. For more information, phone the Rev. Stanley or Amy Flasher at 724-526-9636.
TRINITY UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, corner of Morgantown and West Fayette streets, Uniontown, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. when the children of the Sunday school and mid-week program lead the Mother’s Day service. Guest organist is Nick Tiberi and special music will be provided by the children’s choir and various instrumental soloists. Acolyte is Carter Waligura. After worship, a coffee fellowship will be hosted in the chapel by Mike, Linda and Ingrid Orsted. Large-print bulletins are available during worship. A nursery is provided during the worship hour for children five and under. For more information, check the Web site at www.trinityupc.net
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TRIUMPHANT FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, located on Route 21 between Uniontown and McClellandtown, will hold services Sunday at 9:50 and 11 a.m. Refreshments and fellowship will be in the Henry Mick Social Hall from 10:30 to 11 a.m. The Rev. Tom Barnhart Jr., senior pastor, will preach the message. Special music will be presented by the choir and Joann David. This is no Sunday evening service this week. The ladies of the church will celebrate Mother’s Day with a banquet this Friday at 6 p.m. For more information, phone 724-437-5980.
UNIONTOWN CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, 20 Robinson St., worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Vincent Cable will bring the message “A Good Christian Mother.’ There will be a time during worship when the children’s department will honor mothers. Kayla Means is acolyte. Aaron Means is interlude musician and Clara Kendall is children’s storyteller. The choir will provide special music. Nursery service is available for infants and preschoolers. For more information, call the church office 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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UNITED MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP, 603 Braddock Road, Farmington, will show the award-winning video “Facing the Giants’ on Sunday at 6 p.m. Officials said, “We welcome everyone to join us in this great video Christian story.’ For more information, phone 724-329-1681.
WALNUT HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 132 Collier Road, Uniontown, announces the United Methodist Men will serve breakfast to the ladies of Walnut Hill United Methodist Church at 8 a.m. Sunday. The church worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. The Rev. Arnold G. Husk will give the sermon “Changing Your Family’s Commitment.’ 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, announces Sunday worship is at 11 a.m. Leona B. Huey is to present a message in song. There is also worship Sunday at 6 p.m. and a Wednesday prayer meeting 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, announces the Mother and Daughter Tea will be held Saturday at 6 p.m. Sharon Honsaker from Masontown will be guest soloist. The church worships Sunday at 11 a.m. Pastor J. Edward Loukota will bring the message. Special music will be provided by Gail Carlins, accompanied by Jason King. A nursery and junior church is available for children. For further information on church activities or to arrange transportation, phone the office 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. Special ministry in song will be provided by Blair Saylor and Bob Guzik. Instrumentalists are Dixie Phillips and Paula Bennett. There is also a service at 7 p.m. with Time to Share by Barbara Meadows. A nursery will be provided for the morning service. For more information, phone the church office at 724-564-4765.
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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF LAMBERTON announces an installation service will be held at 3 p.m. on May 27 for the Rev. Beverly Harris. Robert Ford is deacon.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 206 S. Sixth St., West Newton, is planning a bus trip Sept. 28-20 to Williamsburg and Jamestown, Va., with a July 31 deadline and one on Dec. 8, Christmas Amish Day in Middlefield, Ohio with a Oct. 31 deadline. Contact Monica Maleski at 724-872-5626 or Sandy Kuch at 724-872-8726 for information.
GREGG’S COUNTRY CRUISERS, (formerly Pioneer Trails Cluster Travel Group and led by the Rev. Gary L. Gregg) is announcing the following trips with pick ups in Washington, Bentleyville and California: June 21, “Oklahoma’ with dinner at the LeMont Restaurant; July 5, “White Christmas’ with dinner at the Grand Concourse; July 11, “Funny Girl’ with dinner at the Historic Summit Inn; Aug. 7, brown bag tour to Amish Country of Middlefield, Ohio; Sept. 5, “Life of Christ’ display in Mansfield, Ohio; Sept. 20-23, Louisville, Lexington and Renfro Valley, Ky.; Oct. 10, Vicki Lawrence as Mama with dinner at Mr. P’s restaurant; Oct. 23, brown bag tour featuring the Rewards of the American Farmer; Nov. 29-30, Miracle of Christmas and Sounds of Christmas in Lancaster. For more information, call 724-938-2529.
MOUNT ST. MACRINA HOUSE OF PRAYER IN UNIONTOWN (formerly the Mount St. Macrina Retreat Center), announces registration is due June 14 for the women’s weekend retreat with Sister Carol Petrasovich. For more information or to register, phone the retreat center at 724-438-7149.