Church briefs
Announcements: USA CHAPTER OF AHMADIYYA MUSLIM COMMUNITY (AMC) is sponsoring its 60th annual convention June 20-22 at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center in Harrisburg. Several thousand U.S. Muslims are expected to attend. The AMC spans over 180 countries and has a worldwide membership exceeding tens of millions. It was founded in 1880 by Mirza Ghulam Ahmad of Qadian, whose message was to end religious wars, condemn bloodshed and reinstitute morality, justice and peace. A highlight to the three-day gathering is a special welcoming and interactive session for guests and dignitaries on June 21 from 3:30 to 6 p.m.
WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA DISTRICT OF THE CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN announces the calling of Abby R. Mader of Windber, Pa., to the newly created position of district children/youth ministries coordinator. She will guide, counsel and encourage district and local church workers in matters of children and youth ministry. She will create programs in the district and work with staff at Camp Harmony in Hooversville, Pa. A licensed minister, Mader is a 2001 graduate of Windber Area High School and a 2005 graduate of Grove City College with a bachelor’s degree in history education.
Vacation Bible School:
BROWNSVILLE FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH, 512 Second St., will hold Vacation Bible School June 23-27 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The theme is “Rainforest.’ For more information, phone 724-785-2488.
CALIFORNIA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, located at 227 Third St., will offer Rainforest Adventure Vacation Bible School for youths age four through grade five June 22-26 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. There will be Bible stories, crafts, songs, games and skits. The church will combine its VBS with First Presbyterian Church in California. For more information or to register, call 724-938-0431.
CALVARY CHAPEL OF FREDERICKTOWN is holding Vacation Bible School June 16-20 at Ten Mile Park in East Bethlehem Township. This year’s theme is “Treasure Island: Discovering the Treasure of God’s Word.’ This program will run from 8:45 a.m. to noon for children in preschool through eighth grade. To register or volunteer, call 724-377-2522.
CALVARY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, located at 34 Clark St., off Connellsville Street, Uniontown, will offer Vacation Bible School June 16-19 from 6 to 8:15 p.m. Theme is “A Peaceable Kingdom.’
CANAAN BAPTIST CHURCH OF HILLER will offer Vacation Bible School June 16-20 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Lunch will be served. The closeout service for VBS will be Friday at 7 p.m.
CLARKSVILLE CHRISTIAN CHURCH will hold “Friendship Trek’ Vacation Bible School June 15-20 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. with a closing ceremony that Friday at 7 p.m.
COVE RUN FREE METHODIST CHURCH will have Vacation Bible School June 16-20 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. for ages two through adult. There will be tie-dyeing t-shirts, making bird houses and hand-print garden stones as well as a puppet show, Bible stories, crafts, singing, games and snacks. Call 724-439-8489 or 724-439-4439.
FAIRVIEW UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Laurendale Road, Grindstone, announces Daily Vacation Bible School will be held June 16-20. The program will be “Champions of Faith.’ For further information or to register, call Karen Langley at 724-677-4503.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, FAIRCHANCE, will have Vacation Bible School June 23-27 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. for ages two through adults. What Happened to the Dinosaurs? Vacation Bible School will include Bible stories, crafts, games, puppets, skits, snacks and prizes. Transportation is available. Call 724-564-2080 for details.
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF NEW SALEM, 800 New Salem Road, Uniontown, will have Daily Vacation Bible School – God’s Big Backyard June 22-28 from 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. with the theme “Where Kids Have a Blast Serving Jesus.’
LAMBERTON UNION CHURCH will have Summer Bible School June 15-20 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. with classes from preschool through high school. There will be devotions, Bible-oriented classes, crafts and snacks. The theme is “Walking With Jesus.’
MOUNT CALVARY MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH, Fairchance, will host Vacation Bible School June 16-19 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 20, will be the picnic.
SHILOH BAPTIST CHURCH IN VESTABURG will hold Vacation Bible School June 16-20 from 6 to 9 p.m. This year’s theme is “Fiesta – Fired Up for Jesus.’ There will be skits, games and contests. For more information, call 724-377-2912, 724-627-8713 or 724-377-2935.
TRIUMPHANT FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, located on Route 21 between Uniontown and McClellandtown, will hold Vacation Bible School the week of June 16 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. under the direction of Theresa Byers. For more information, call 724-437-5980.
UNIONTOWN CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN, 20 Robinson St., will have Vacation Bible School June 23-27 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. with the theme “Rainforest Adventures’ for youths ages four to 12. There will be stories, crafts, songs and games. Closing program will be June 29 at 10:30 a.m.
UNIONTOWN CHURCH OF CHRIST, 70 Roosevelt Drive, will hold Vacation Bible School June 15-18 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. with a picnic on June 19. For more information, call 724-439-4747.
WALNUT HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 132 Collier Road, Uniontown, will have Vacation Bible School June 23-27 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, call 724-430-0131.
Today through next week:
ABUNDANT LIFE CHURCH, located at 1239 Brownfield Road, Uniontown, myabundantlife.org, worships Sunday at 9 and 10:45 a.m. Pastor Nicholas J. Cook will deliver the message “Dad, it’s okay to be messy.’ Small group Bible studies are offered at 9:15 a.m.
ALLISON CHRISTIAN CHURCH announces all fathers will be honored on Father’s Day. Sunday worship is at 9 a.m. The Rev. Michael Peton is pastor. Rick Marker is worship leader. Krista Felio has junior church. The evangelism committee is holding a visitation night Monday. Those participating should be at the church by 6:15 p.m. Volunteers have been working on the memorial garden. New shrubs and perennials have been planted and large stones have been placed. The board is interested in attracting new members and is considering an open house or inviting the community to the August church picnic. Anyone who knows an unchurched or new family, can contact the evangelism ministry who will make a visit and invite them to worship.
ASBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, corner of Beeson Avenue and Dunbar Street in Uniontown, announces Sunday’s more casual 9 a.m. worship service will include the message “The Forgotten ‘R’ Word’ by Dr. Frank Ronco and praise choruses by song leader Barb Cruse and special music by pianist Sharon Brown, pianist and soloist Ronco. The more traditional 11 a.m. service will include the message “Right With God’ by Mary Kay Milliken and special music by the Asbury Chancel Choir, and Jim Hutchinson, organist and director of music. Children’s Summer Sunday School follows the children’s message. Children’s bulletins, large-print bulletins and tele-receivers for the hearing impaired are available. Praise and worship begins at 6 p.m. with a light meal, followed by music and a message by Asbury’s praise band at 6:30 p.m. Children’s time begins after the opening music with their parents offering a lesson/activity.
BENTLEYVILLE CAMP MEETING GROUND, take Route 70 to Exit 32B Bentleyville, follow main street to traffic light and turn left, go up hill to sharp left and down hill, camp is on the right, will have a concert June 21 at 7 p.m., featuring Rhonda Cole from Waynesburg, The Drake Family form South Fayette and Surrender youth praise band from Pittsburgh. There is no admission charge. For more information, call 412-966-2906.
BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH, 306 Edison St., Uniontown, will host a men’s breakfast at 8 a.m. Saturday at Golden Coral. The church announces the addition of a 9 a.m. Sunday worship service with the Rev. Bryan Kelley bringing the message along with Aaron Douthitt leading music. There is also a 10:30 a.m. worship service with Kelley bringing the message, Tim Soom leading music and a special music presentation by Erin Stanton. There is also a Sunday service at 6 p.m. that will include Bible study from the book of Revelation by Kelley. At the same time, teenagers and college-age adults will meet for study through the book of Daniel. Weekly prayer service is Wednesday at 7 p.m., which will include a Bible study called “Fear Not.’ The congregation will host an all-church dinner and talent night on June 20. Children’s church is available for all services. For more information or transportation, phone the church at 724-437-3090.
BROWNFIELD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, located at the corner of Hopwood-Fairchance and Brownfield Road, will have guest speaker Tammy Gordon for Sunday’s 9:30 a.m. service.
BROWNSVILLE FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST), 512 Second St., worships Sundays at 10:45 a.m. The Rev. Paul Sandusky is pastor. Volunteers and baked goods are needed for Vacation Bible School June 23-27. For more information on church ministries, call 724-785-2488.
BROWNSVILLE UNITED METHODIST CHARGE announces Sunday worship is at 8:30 a.m. at West Bend, 10 a.m. at South Brownsville and 11 a.m. at Brownsville First. Pastor is Janice McLay, certified lay minister. Sermon is “Fathers Can Make a Difference.’ For additional information on the Brownsville United Methodist Charge, call the office at 724-785-8704.
CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH, located on McClellandtown Road, Route 21, Uniontown, observes Father’s Day at Sunday worship at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Joe Ritz bringing the message. The drama team will present a skit titled “My Father’s Chair.’ Fathers will be honored. 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 Bible study. For more information, call 724-439-0301.
CALVARY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, located at 34 Clark St., off Connellsville Street, Uniontown, worships at 9:30 a.m. Sunday. The Rev. Paul M. Payerchin Jr. will deliver the message “Bumblebee.’ Special music will be provided by Payerchin. David Boyd will be organist. There will be no junior church until September. There are worship aids available, such as hearing aid headsets, large-print Bibles and hymnals and the Upper Room devotional booklets as well as junior bulletins. For more information on church ministries, call the church at 724-437-6341.
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 the Rev. Art Mace and Sally Malenock. On Father’s Day, Sunday, worship is at 10:30 a.m. when the Rev. Art Mace, senior minister, will give the sermon “When Sparrows Fall From the Sky!’ and Keithette Quarrick will give the children’s message. Patty Roddy is pastoral associate. The Rev. John Matsko is director of music ministers. Children’s church for age four to third grade is available during morning worship. For more information, phone 724-438-6821.
CHERRY TREE ALLIANCE CHURCH, 640 Cherry Tree Lane, Uniontown, located just off the McClellandtown Road exit of Route 119, this Sunday holds a blended contemporary service at 8:30 a.m. and a blended traditional service at 10:10 a.m. In both services, the Rev. Jack Herman will deliver a special Father’s Day message “The Gift That Loving Fathers Give.’ There is prayer cell Wednesday at 11 a.m. For more information on any of the church’s services, call the office at 724-437-6850.
CHOZ-N 1’Z GOSPEL MUSIC MINISTRY will host a nondenominational gospel music night called Singing for Jesus Appreciation Sing on Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Fairchance Apostolic Revival Center Church, 107 N. Morgantown St., Fairchance. Featured artists are Choz-n 1’z and Sonny Sunshine Gospel Band. M.C. is Sandra Newberry. There will be an appreciation sing at the church June 21 from 2 to 8 p.m. with Choz’n 1’z, Gail Perney, Harvest Lights, Inner Light Gospel Band, Mitch Wall, John Klein, Rene and Jennie, Sonny Sunshine Gospel Group and M.C. Sandra Newberry. For more information, call 724-569-0339 or 724-564-5738.
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. Dr. Joong W. Koe. The message is “My Jesus,’ given by Carol Atwood. Barbara Reagan will give the children’s sermon. For more information on ministries, call the church at 724-439-1630 between 9 and 11 a.m.
DUNLAP’S CREEK CHURCH, 502 Twin Hills Road, Merrittstown, also known as the Old Stone Church, will not have any Sunday morning service on June 15. Happy Father’s Day.
FAIRVIEW UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Laurendale Road, Grindstone, worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. James Myers will give the sermon “Whose Are We?’ There will be a children’s program at the same time. There is special music with the choir and Jeff Hayducko at the piano. For further information, call 724-677-0828 or 724-677-2151.
FAITH ASSEMBLY OF GOD, 690 Morgantown Road, Uniontown, one-half mile past the Uniontown Shopping Center, worships Sunday at 8:30 and 10:45 a.m. when the Rev. Stephen Sparks brings a message for Father’s Day titled “The Father Who Kept on Loving.’ Each father in attendance will receive a gift and some special fathers will be honored during services. At 6 p.m., there is prayer in the sanctuary. Wednesday’s Family Night services begin at 7 p.m. For more information on church ministries and transportation, call 724-437-8101, ext. 100. More information on Faith Assembly can be found at www.myfaithassembly.org
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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 17 N. Morgantown St., Fairchance, begins worship on Father’s Day Sunday at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Scott C. Hoppe bringing a message titled “The Prodigal’s Father.’ Tom Hutchinson will bring special music. Bible studies for all ages meet at 9 a.m. Wednesday at 7 p.m., there is prayer and Bible study of Revelation. Transportation is available for all services. Call the church at 724-564-2080 for information on its ministries.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 515 Morgantown St., Point Marion, will worship on Father’s Day at 11 a.m. Pastor Kathy Griffith will share the message “Father Knows Best.’ 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, announces Sunday worship is at 10:45 a.m. with the Rev. Andy Miles delivering the sermon. There is weekly Communion and junior church. There is Bible study Wednesdays at 7 p.m., with adults studying I Corinthians with Rufus Peer while Miles has a lesson for youths. 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, corner of Eagle Street and Route 166, welcomes Megan Mace as guest soloist during Sunday’s 10:55 a.m. service. Father’s Day will be observed with a special presentation by the children and youths of the Sunday school and a message by the Rev. J.W. Hormell. Beth Lawson is worship leader. For more information, call 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 sermon “We Know That All Things Work Together For Good’ at the 10 a.m. worship service Sunday. 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 minister, will give the sermon “Dad’s Love: Equals Time.’ Organist/choir director is Marcia Goisse. Pianist is Amy Lewis. For more information, phone the office at 724-564-2042.
FORT BURD UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF BROWNSVILLE, located at 200 Thornton Road, next to Brownsville Tri-County Hospital, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. with a combined Sunday school class for preschool-aged children through sixth grade as part of the worship time. The Rev. Steven Morganti will deliver the message “Second Chances and Beyond.’ The monthly special offering for the Brownsville Soup Kitchen will be held. A Bible study will be held Tuesday at the manse at 6:45 p.m. For more information, phone 724-785-3080.
GARWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH, Route 481, 637 Scenic Drive near Daisytown, will offer the following summer schedule: Worship is at 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., Sunday school is at 9:45 a.m., Bible study is at 7 p.m. and prayer meeting is Wednesday at 7 p.m. On Father’s Day, there will be a special recognition of fathers at the 11 a.m. service.
GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH, located near Grindstone on Rowes Run Road, across from the entrance to Rowes Run, worships Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to noon and 6 to 7 p.m. Bible study and prayer meeting are Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m.
GRACE BRETHREN CHURCH, 1 Grace Lane, off Derrick Avenue, Uniontown, worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Roland Maust will bring the message “Mad Dog and the Lion of God. Caleb’s Faith, God’s Faithfulness.’ This is Madly Men Month. The church offers a men’s and women’s discipleship program. Bible study and prayer time for women is the third Tuesday of each month. Wednesday at 7 p.m. is Special Force Prayer Group. 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 10 a.m. This is a Father’s Day service with the Graceful Kids Choir and Grace Team. GCC Connection Night with Bible study is Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Sweet Hour of Prayer is June 21 at 9 a.m. Justin Argabright is pastor. For more information, phone 724-438-4850 or visit the Web site at www.gracecc.us
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GREAT BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH, 47 W. Fayette St., Uniontown, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Greg Cooper bringing the message. Happy Father’s Day. Calling the office at 724-437-6161 provides transportation. On Tuesday from 9:30 to 11 a.m. is Invitation to Psalms Bible study. There is also Bible study Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. On June 20, ABMen Bible study and prayer is at 6:30 a.m.
GREENE VALLEY PRESYBYTERIAN CHURCH, located at 104 E. Green St., Carmichaels, announces Sunday worship will be held at 10:50 a.m. with the Rev. Keith Larson preaching “Wanted: Men Who are Tough, But Tender.’
JACOB’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 342 Lutheran Church Road, Masontown, worships Sunday at 9 a.m. with the Rev. Jacqueline Campbell preaching youth and adult sermons and presiding at Holy Communion. For more information, call 724-583-9040.
LAUREL HILL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 327 Laurel Hill Road, Dunbar, three miles east of Route 51 towards Leisenring, worships on Sunday at 10 a.m. with Pastor Bonnie Hartley delivering the sermon “Is Anything Too Wonderful for the Lord?’ Hartley will honor fathers and graduates. Doughnut fellowship will be held immediately following worship for the celebration.
LIBERTY BAPTIST CHURCH, 183 Oliver Road, Uniontown, will provide gospel music on Saturday at 7 p.m. Admission is free. There is worship Sunday at 11 a.m. The Rev. Ewing M. Marietta is pastor. For more information, phone 724-626-1265 or 724-570-3730 or 724-437-2424.
LOVE OUTREACH CHURCH, 101 Peach Lane, Village of Phillips, Uniontown, began a new summer schedule June 8 with the Revs. Stan and Connie Myers of the Harvestlight Ministries. The Harvestlights have been ministering for 20 years, including nursing homes, churches, Christian television and coffee houses. The Rev. Margaret Jo Friedhof is senior pastor. For more information, call the church office at 724-438-5683.
MASONTOWN MENNONITE CHURCH, located on Masontown Smithfield Road, worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at 6 p.m. is the King’s Kafe and at 7 p.m. is Bible study. The Rev. Ron Smith is pastor.
MCCLELLANDTOWN FREE METHODIST CHURCH, located at 154 Blaine Ave., announces Sunday worship is at 11 a.m. with the Rev. George Eberhart bringing the message. Children’s church is available. Adult Bible study is held Sunday at 6:30 p.m.
MCCLELLANDTOWN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, Route 21, Church Hill, worships at 9:30 a.m. The Rev. Geoffrey Rach will deliver the sermon “This Father’s Day Give Your Father A Hand.’ Large print bulletins are available.
MORNING STAR BAPTIST CHURCH, Newell, announces Sunday worship begins at 10:05 a.m. with the Rev. Jason Woods. Wednesday Bible study is at 7 p.m. For more information, phone the church at 724-938-7937.
MOUNT MORIAH BAPTIST CHURCH, 30 Church St., Smithfield, worships Sunday at 8:30 a.m., led by Joanne Wilson who will bring the message “Who’s Following You?’ Small group Bible study follows. The Rev. Jay Hurley will bring the message at the 10:45 a.m. worship service. Music will be presented by Melodie Ellsworth. Prayer and Bible study is held Wednesday at 7 p.m. For more information, phone 724-569-4847.
MOUNT ST. MACRINA HOUSE OF PRAYER announces reservations are due June 20 for Women’s Weekend Retreat that will be held June 27-29 from 7 p.m. Friday to 1 p.m. Sunday. For more information, call 724-438-7149.
NEW GENEVA BAPTIST CHURCH, Front Street, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. with the Rev. Robert J. Robinson delivering the message “Dad’s Love Equals Time.’ Carol Brooks and Bethany Provance will minister in music. Children’s church is at 10 a.m.
NEW SALEM PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 27 S. Mill St., announces Elder Keith Vail will be guest preacher at the 11 a.m. worship service. A fellowship after the service will be in honor of Father’s Day. For more information, phone the church at 724-245-2200 or e-mail nspc@verizon.net.
OAK HILL BAPTIST CHURCH, of Old Frame, Smithfield, worships Sunday at 9 a.m. with the Rev. Philip Elliott bringing the sermon. The children will have a special presentation for their fathers in honor of Father’s Day. Cortney Johnson will have special music. Children’s church is held during worship. Call 724-569-0722 for information.
PHILLIPS GOSPEL COFFEE HOUSE, located in the Village of Phillips on J.K. Packing Road in Uniontown, welcomes Susan Stuhl from West Virginia in concert today. She has performed at many churches and coffeehouses. Doors open at 7 p.m. Concert begins at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 724-438-5683.
PLEASANT VIEW PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, located two miles west of Smock at the intersection of the Pleasant View and Royal roads, worships Sunday at 10 a.m. Sandy Leichliter will provide special music. The Rev. Keith Conover will give the sermon “Recognizing True Love.’ For more information, call 724-677-2149.
POINT MARION UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, located at the corner of Route 119 and Broadway, worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Marty will play an organ selection for special music. Jan Toth will lead worship. June 22 is Graduate Recognition Sunday.
PRAISE CHAPEL, located three miles west of Uniontown at 140 Ash St., in the village of Revere, offers a youth-oriented service for young adults from teens through age 25 at 11 a.m. Sunday. Children’s church is available. For more information, call 724-437-9435.
PRAISE CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY, located at 227 Little Summit Road, Dunbar Township, worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. The Rev. Barbara Glunt will deliver the message. Children’s church and additional special music selections will also take place. Bible study and Trivia Night are held Thursday at 7 p.m. For directions or more information, call the Rev. Barbara Ann Glunt at 724-626-8186.
REVERE FREE METHODIST CHURCH, located three miles west of Uniontown off McClellandtown Road onto Rainey Avenue at Uledi Post Office, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. Children’s church is available during worship. Special music will be provided by the worship team as well as About Him. A holistic sermon will be given by the Rev. Dale E. Sickles. The food pantry is in operation for anyone in need. For more information, call 724-437-9435.
ST. ELLIEN’S ORTHODOX CHURCH, 500 Spring St., Brownsville, a parish in the Self-Ruled Antiochian Orthodox Archdiocese of North America, will celebrate Typica with Communion on Sunday at 9 a.m. The parish is one of the oldest in the archdiocese. All services are in English. For further information, contact Deacon Glenn McIntyre at 724-448-5382 or begin deaconglenn@verizon.net deaconglenn@verizon.net end
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ST. GEORGE SERBIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH, Carmichaels, will join other Orthodox churches around the world in celebrating the Feast of Pentecost this Sunday. Vespers will begin Saturday at 4 p.m. On Sunday, midnight office will be at 5:30 a.m., immediately followed by matins and First Hour. The Third and Sixth Hours will be read beginning at 9:30 a.m. with the Divine Liturgy at 10 a.m. The feast will continue to be celebrated in daily liturgical services throughout next week. The Rev. Rodney Torbic is pastor of St. George.
ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH, 50 Jefferson St., Uniontown, on Thursday will have “A Day of Prayer: For the End of Abortion.’ Eucharistic adoration is from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Chaplet of the Divine Mercy and rosary is at 3 p.m.
ST. PAUL’S LUTHERAN CHURCH IN CARMICHAELS, located at 224 S. Market St., worships Sunday at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Jacqueline Campbell preaching youth and adult sermons and presiding at weekly Holy Communion. For more information, call 724-966-7177.
ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 71 N. Gallatin Ave., Uniontown, will distribute Holy Communion on Saturday at 7 p.m. at the Mountain Chapel, Christ Lutheran Church at Chalk Hill. Father’s Day will be celebrated with the distribution of Holy Communion at 8:30 and 10:45 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Uniontown on Sunday with the Rev. Paul N. Frank Jr. delivering the sermon “Help Wanted!’ For more information call 724-437-9000 or e-mail at splcu@verizon.net or visit the Web site at www.stpaulselcauniontown.org
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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. The Rev. John T. Cruikshank will be the celebrant and preacher. Tim Sullz, minister of music, will furnish music on the Austin organ. The Holy Eucharist and healing service is held on Wednesday at noon. For further information, call 724-438-7731 or visit www.churchstpeter.org
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SALVATION HOUSE MINISTRIES will hold services at 3285 Pittsburgh Road in Perryopolis on Sundays at 10 a.m. and Thursdays at 7 p.m. Children’s and youth church are available. Apostle Joe Perozich will speak “Faith of Abraham.’ Pastors are Apostle Joe and the Rev. Rena Perozich. For more information, phone 724-736-2533.
SHILOH BAPTIST CHURCH IN VESTABURG will hold a community outreach – Family Day will be held Saturday on the church grounds, starting at 11 a.m. This is a carnival-like activity with food, games, Chinese auction, face painting, clowns, train rides, drama team, singers and more. There is an admission charge. For more information, call 724-377-2912, 724-627-8713 or 724-377-2935.
SMITHFIELD UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, located at 20 Church St., worships Sunday at 9 a.m. Jan Toth will lead worship.
SOLID ROCK MINISTRY- FAITH, HOPE, LOVE, 34 Millview St., Uniontown, announces Sunday there is praise and worship at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. There is a Father’s Day Covered Dish Dinner after church. Family Bible study/praise and worship is Tuesday and Wednesday at 7 p.m. The food pantry is in operation Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and by appointment. Angelfood orders are due June 15. The Rev. Elmer “Buzz’ Hall is pastor. For more information, call 724-880-4714.
SOLID ROCK PENTECOSTAL CHURCH, 3320 Old McClellandtown Road, McClellandtown, worships Sunday at 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday, home prayer meeting from 8 to 9 p.m. and Wednesday Bible study is at 7 p.m. There is a prayer service 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 “Faith Alone.’ Contact Renee Dillow at 724-564-0136 for more information regarding church activities.
STREETS OF GOLD presents the Carolina Crossmen in concert June 21 at 7 p.m. at Park Baptist Church in McKeesport. A love offering will be taken. For directions or more information, contact Joe Chioda, Streets of Gold, 2123 Grandview Ave., Monroeville, 15146 or 412-372-0110 or email streetsofgold@usa.com.
TENT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, located at the intersection of Route 119 and Tent Church Road, south of Uniontown, celebrates Father’s Day Sunday at 9:30 a.m. with ALP Harry Wilson bringing the message “Fatherhood.’ Children’s church will be at 10 a.m. Bible study will be held Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 724-564-2919.
THIRD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 425 Union St., Uniontown, in the Craig Meadows neighborhood, announces the Rev. Chris Enoch will deliver the message “On the Brink’ at both the 9 a.m. contemporary and 11 a.m. traditional Sunday services. 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 UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Main Street, Fairchance, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. with the Rev. Joong Koe presiding. Instead of having a message this week, the church will have a small Father’s Day program. For more information, call 724-438-9129.
TRINITY UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, corner of Morgantown and West Fayette streets, Uniontown, worships Sunday at 11 a.m. when the Rev. Michael I. Orsted, pastor, will give the sermon “The Right Time.’ Large-print bulletins and hearing devices are available during worship. The Summer Reading Camp for children in the community in first and second grades will begin Monday at 9 a.m. in the church Westminster Room, free of charge. The camp is offered to children who are reading below their grade level. Space is limited. Registration must be made by June 13. For more information, check the Web site at www.trinityupc.net
or call the church office at 724-437-2709.
TRIUMPHANT FELLOWSHIP CHURCH, located on Route 21 between Uniontown and McClellandtown, will hold services Sunday at 9:50 and 11 a.m. There are also services Sunday and Wednesday at 6 p.m. The Rev. Tom Barnhart Jr. will preach the message “What’s Happened to Fathers?’ Chuck Johnson will provide special music. For more information, call 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 New Daddy,’ the seventh in the series “Eight Habits of Highly Effective Families.’ Michele Means is worship leader. Kayla Means is interlude musician. Children’s church will be offered. The Children’s Department will have a special Father’s Day Recognition. Large-print bulletins and hymnals and personal ear monitors are available. For more information, visit the Web site at a href=”http://cobuniontown.org http://cobuniontown.org end
or call the church office at 724-438-8372.
UNIONTOWN CHURCH OF CHRIST, 70 Roosevelt Drive, announces its schedule of services. Sunday worship is 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. The church will have a free street fair on Saturday, June 14 from 1 to 4 p.m. For more information, phone 724-439-4747 or check the Web site at www.utowncofc.org
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UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CONGREGATION OF SMITHTON, located at 251 Second St., announces Kathleen Parker will speak on “Sacred Service in Civic Space: Our Story of Ministry in Community’ this Sunday. Services begin at 11 a.m. For more information, call 724-872-5056 or visit uucs.midmon.com.
UNITED MOUNTAIN CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP, 607 Braddock Road, Farmington, will honor fathers at 11 a.m. Sunday following the message “My Dad is the Greatest.’ The praise team will have special music. Children’s church is under the direction of Barb Sarver. There is also a Sunday service at 6 p.m. with the message “Though I Be Absent.’ For more information, call 724-329-1681.
WALNUT HILL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 132 Collier Road, Uniontown, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. The Rev. Gene Stollings will bring the message “Fatherhood: An Endangered Species.’ There will be a special recognition of the men of Walnut Hill UMC. On June 22, there will be Bible and Breakfast. The Rev. Arnold G. Husk is pastor. For more information on other activities, call 724-430-0131.
WHITE HOUSE FREE METHODIST CHURCH, located five miles south of Fairchance on Route 857 near Rich’s Garden Center, worships Sunday at 9:30 a.m. with the Rev. George McLaughlin as speaker. There will be a special Father’s Day program honoring fathers. At 9:45 a.m., a Vacation Bible School program will be presented under the direction of Tammy McLaughlin and Diana Blystone. Instrumentalists are Dixie Phillips and Virginia McLaughlin. There will be no Sunday evening services during June, July and August. For more information, phone the church office at 724-564-4765.
YOUGHIOGHENY WESTERN BAPTIST ASSOCIATION, 642 Duck Hollow Road, Uniontown, will be the site for the YWBA Congress of Christian Education Annual Session that ends today. This year’s theme is “Maintaining Christian Integrity in Changing Times,’ sub theme is “Christians Dressed for Success.’ Sister Arlene Miller is president of COCE. The Rev. Dewvaul W. Tracy Jr. is dean. The Rev. William H. Nichols is director. The Rev. Clifford A. Carter is moderator.