CHURCH LUNCHEON

"Here for a Reason, Here with a Purpose"

THIS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, we will gather together after worship in Fellowship Hall for a luncheon and to launch a Transformation Campaign.  What’s that? You ask.  We are going to tell our story of the transformation of our church:  We started with New Beginnings (2014) and then with the help of the KNIT Team, we adopted our new Invitation/Mission statement (2015).  Session approved goals and the Jethro Tree (2016) helped us reach them.  Our new logo (2017) is a stunning symbol on our web-site, bulletins, t-shirts, and mugs.  Session appointed a Dream and Scheme Team (2018) to come up with   a plan to reach our goal of becoming a more missional financially self-sustaining church, and that is:  The Transformation Campaign (2019).

 We will share the exciting projects we will be working on over the next 5 years to live out our calling to bring Christ to our community and bring   our community to Christ, so that our church will grow and thrive and be a blessing for generations to come.

 I hope that you will come and celebrate how far we have come on the journey of faith, and commit ourselves to becoming the church God calls us to be. We believe we are here for a reason . . . come find out why.

SMALL GROUPS

OctoberFEAST

In October, we will be feasting—on what? 

On the word of God and prayer. 

We will be meeting in small groups in homes to study the Lord’s Prayer, using

Living the Lord’s Prayer by David Timms. 

Books will be available soon for $10.  

You can register at the desk in narthex or on the church website. 

Groups are offered at various locations on Monday or Tuesday evenings at 7:00 PM and Thursday mornings at 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. 

Hope you can join us for some time together for fun, fellowship and faith-building.

 Come just as you are….find the joy and inspiration you seek!

Copy of GRIEF SUPPORT

Living With Loss

If you have experienced a loss of a loved one, a friend, a pet, or a job, or any other loss in your life, please join us at our Living with Loss Support Group. Our group meets monthly on the 2nd Tuesday in the church Conference Room.

Leaders are trained  in grief counseling.  Child care is available if needed (please notify the church if child care is needed, 412-761-1233),

Our next meeting is at 7:00 p.m. on

Tuesday, October 10

  Questions?   

  Email Lyn Robertson at

lynrob28@gmail.com

 

WANTED: New and Gently-Worn Winter Coats

NORTH HILL COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Collecting New and Gently-Worn Winter Coats

  September 1 - October 8

  The beginning of fall is marked by a drive to help families in need prepare for the winter, and we have an opportunity to participate in that effort.  From September 1 through October 8, North Hills Community Outreach is accepting donations of new and gently worn CLEAN winter coats to be distributed to low-income families in need.  Coats must be CLEAN as NHCO does not have the funds or facilities to wash them.  They should have working zippers/buttons.  If you are not sure about whether a coat is in good condition, use the rule of thumb, “Would I wear a coat in this condition, or would I have my children wear a coat in this condition?”

All sizes are needed, but highest demand is for children and adult sizes XL and larger.  Hats, scarves and gloves are also welcome.  The Outreach Committee is coordinating our church’s participation in this program.  Beginning September 1 through Sunday, October 8, you can bring coats to the church and place them on the rack located inside the Rostrevor entrance.

PLEASE CONSIDER VOLUNTEERING

Fall is quickly approaching and so is the return to school.  Here at CPCBA we are in need of teachers.  No you are not paid with money but with the joy of teaching the children the stories of the Bible.  If you are interested in teaching, here is the link for signing up.   https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040b4ca9a82aa57-sign  We will have lessons prepared and ready to go for you!  If you have any questions, feel free to contact Brenda Mellon at blmmellon@verizon.net

CARD MINISTRY

CARD MINISTRY

Do you know of someone who could use a little pick-me-up?  We can help!  Our Card Ministry team would love to send them a card.  Receiving a special card makes people feel special and loved. These cards are meant to express sympathy, share in celebrations, or connect with a shut-in.  

If you know of someone, please send special requests to Jane Morgan at ojanemorgan@gmail.com.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

POWER in Swissvale is looking for volunteers. Their last gardening project went really well -  nine great people showed up and made the House yard look lovely!  So they are going to do it again! They would like to maintain the work they did and maybe plant some fall flowers  – can you help?

They will be working from 9 am to 11 am on Saturday, September 28. There will be bagels and super people to work with and the satisfaction of a job well done. If you can be there, please contact Karen Clark <Kclark@power-recovery.com> at POWER>.

POWER’s mission is to help women reclaim their lives from the disease of addiction to alcohol and other drugs, and to reduce the incidence of addiction in future generations.

WE CAN HELP

HURRICANE DORIAN RELIEF

The Presbyterian Disaster Agency (PDA) is already mobilizing and working with partners in the Bahamas.  PDA is working with partners in the Bahamas to respond to immediate needs and is monitoring the storm's impact on the Atlantic coast of the U.S.  The PDA is always very quick to respond when there are disasters and tragedies world-wide.  This is just one of the significant ministries that are supported by your financial gifts (including your per capita) to the church and the denomination.

So how can you help? 

You can contribute to the relief aid for Hurricane Dorian by clicking on this link:  https://pda.pcusa.org/situation/hurricane-dorian/ Or, on Sunday during worship, you can give as part of the collective offering, and we will send a check to PDA from our church.  

During this devastating time for so many, please pray for our sisters and brothers who have lost so much.  

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

The Fellowship Committee is looking for volunteers to help serve a meal at The Center of Bellevue on Monday, September 16, 2019. You can help by serving the food, donating watermelon (already cut), or making a financial donation to help offset the cost of the meal. Look for the sign up sheet in the Narthex or email how you'd like to help to rsvpCPCBA@gmail.com. Youth, this is a great way to earn “Volunteer Hours”.

If you have any questions, contact Susan Abramowich at sabramowich@icloud.com.

Thank you!

PLEASE CONSIDER VOLUNTEERING

Fall is quickly approaching and so is the return to school.  Here at CPCBA we are in need of teachers.  No you are not paid with money but with the joy of teaching the children the stories of the Bible.  If you are interested in teaching, here is the link for signing up.   https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040b4ca9a82aa57-sign  We will have lessons prepared and ready to go for you!  If you have any questions, feel free to contact Brenda Mellon at blmmellon@verizon.net

CHURCH LUNCHEON

"Coming to a Church Near You"

 On September 22, we will have a luncheon after worship to launch a  Transformational Campaign. What’s that? You ask.  We are going to tell  our story of the transformation of our church: beginning with New          Beginnings (2014) to KNIT Team and our Invitation/Mission statement (2015) to Session’s strategic initiatives and the Jethro Tree (2016) to our new logo (2017) to Dream and Scheme Team (2018) to Transformation Campaign (2019).

 We will share the exciting projects we will be working on over the next 5 years to live out our calling to bring Christ to our community and bring   our community to Christ, so that our church will grow and thrive and be     a blessing for generations to come.  We will invite you to support our mission, with your time, talent, and treasure.

 I hope that you will come and celebrate how far we have come on the journey, and commit ourselves to becoming the church God calls us to be. We believe we are here for a reason...come find out why.

PLEASE CONSIDER VOLUNTEERING

Fall is quickly approaching and so is the return to school.  Here at CPCBA we are in need of teachers.  No you are not paid with money but with the joy of teaching the children the stories of the Bible.  If you are interested in teaching, here is the link for signing up.   https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040b4ca9a82aa57-sign  We will have lessons prepared and ready to go for you!  If you have any questions, feel free to contact Brenda Mellon at blmmellon@verizon.net

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

The Fellowship Committee is looking for volunteers to help serve a meal at The Center of Bellevue on Monday, September 16, 2019. You can help by serving the food, donating watermelon (already cut), or making a financial donation to help offset the cost of the meal. Look for the sign up sheet in the Narthex or email how you'd like to help to rsvpCPCBA@gmail.com. Youth, this is a great way to earn “Volunteer Hours”.

If you have any questions, contact Susan Abramowich at sabramowich@icloud.com.

Thank you!

GRIEF SUPPORT

Living With Loss

If you have experienced a loss of a loved one, a friend, a pet, or a job, or any other loss in your life, please join us at our Living with Loss Support Group. Our group meets monthly on the 2nd Tuesday in the church Conference Room.

Leaders are trained  in grief counseling.  Child care is available if needed (please notify the church if child care is needed, 412-761-1233),

Our next meeting is at 7:00 p.m. on

Tuesday, October 10

  Questions?   

  Email Lyn Robertson at

lynrob28@gmail.com

 

Youth Group on September 15th!

Youth Group will have its first meeting of the new school year on Sunday, September 15 from 5 - 7pm and will include games, activities and a meal. All middle and high schoolers are invited!

SAVE THE DATE!

WOMEN’S MORNING OUT

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 PM

A PRAYER TO WEAR

 Treat yourself to a retreat away from the ordinary and experience a unique approach to prayer where crafting becomes an expression of Scripture and personal contemplation.  With the 23rd Psalm as the point of departure for this activity, you will be invited to embark on a journey through the green meadows and beside the still waters to where the Spirit leads.  After a guided reflection, each person will have the opportunity to create and will leave with inspirational beaded prayer bracelet of their own to serve as a lasting reminder.  You will be encouraged by sharing with each other to deepen your trust in our Good        Shepherd and confidence in His plan for your life.  The activity is fun and easy, involving simple beading suitable for both beginner and advanced crafty types.

 We will be led by Ellen Carlins, who has been leading retreats and teaching arts and craft activities to young and old for over thirty years.

 Cost is $20.  You can register by emailing office@cpcba.org or calling 412-761-1233 or signing up on the sheet on the narthex desk.

 Come, just as you are.  And bring a friend!  You’ll be glad you did.

Youth Group on September 15th!

Youth Group will have its first meeting of the new school year on Sunday, September 15 from 5 - 7pm and will include games, activities and a meal. All middle and high schoolers are invited!

Pastor Donna's September Letter

Dear Friends,

“Coming to a theater near you!”  When I was growing up, I was thrilled to see this tagline at the end of movie trailers and advertisements for films to be released soon.  As soon as I saw it--at the end of E.T., Star Wars, Ghost Busters, Dead Poets Society, or Back to the Future--I would begin to get excited and make plans to see the movie. 

“Coming soon to a theater near you” has become a jocular catchphrase for any eagerly anticipated event.  While this phrase is nowhere in the Bible, its meaning is found throughout…

Click here to read the rest of Pastor Donna’s letter

WANTED: New and Gently-Worn Winter Coats

NORTH HILL COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Collecting New and Gently-Worn Winter Coats

  September 1 - Sunday, October 8

  The beginning of fall is marked by a drive to help families in need prepare for the winter, and we have an opportunity to participate in that effort.  From September 1 through October 8, North Hills Community Outreach is accepting donations of new and gently worn CLEAN winter coats to be distributed to low-income families in need.  Coats must be CLEAN as NHCO does not have the funds or facilities to wash them.  They should have working zippers/buttons.  If you are not sure about whether a coat is in good condition, use the rule of thumb, “Would I wear a coat in this condition, or would I have my children wear a coat in this condition?”

All sizes are needed, but highest demand is for children and adult sizes XL and larger.  Hats, scarves and gloves are also welcome.  The Outreach Committee is coordinating our church’s participation in this program.  Beginning September 1 through Sunday, October 8, you can bring coats to the church and place them on the rack located inside the Rostrevor entrance.

SAVE THE DATE!

WOMEN’S MORNING OUT

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 PM

A PRAYER TO WEAR

 Treat yourself to a retreat away from the ordinary and experience a unique approach to prayer where crafting becomes an expression of Scripture and personal contemplation.  With the 23rd Psalm as the point of departure for this activity, you will be invited to embark on a journey through the green meadows and beside the still waters to where the Spirit leads.  After a guided reflection, each person will have the opportunity to create and will leave with inspirational beaded prayer bracelet of their own to serve as a lasting reminder.  You will be encouraged by sharing with each other to deepen your trust in our Good        Shepherd and confidence in His plan for your life.  The activity is fun and easy, involving simple beading suitable for both beginner and advanced crafty types.

 We will be led by Ellen Carlins, who has been leading retreats and teaching arts and craft activities to young and old for over thirty years.

 Cost is $20.  You can register by emailing office@cpcba.org or calling 412-761-1233 or signing up on the sheet on the narthex desk.

 Come, just as you are.  And bring a friend!  You’ll be glad you did.