All Creatures Great and Small
It was a beautiful afternoon as a variety of dogs, cats, and their respective humans gathered on the lawn for the Blessing of the Animals. Thanks to all who showed up for this joyful occasion. Arf!
World Vision Day, Saturday, September 23 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Help sort and pack clothing at the World Vision Distribution Center located in Sewickley for shipment here at home and overseas. If you wish to carpool, we will meet at the church at 8:30 AM, and return by 12:15 PM. It’s work but FUN! Get to know your fellow church members and friends. See you there!
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS SERVICE -- THIS AFTERNOON 3PM
Arf! Arf! Meow! Neigh! Oink! Oink! Tweet! Tweet!
Bring your furred, feathered, finned and scaled creatures to the church yard on Sunday, September 17, at 3 p.m. for our BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS service. Each pet will receive a blessing and certificate. There will be snacks for both pets and humans. Please protect your pets: use a leash, cage, carrier, etc. Leaders will be Jean Henderson and Donna Giver-Johnston, Trudy File and Sandy Stauffer. Watch for special guests making a surprise appearance!
All are welcome – even non-Presbyterian pets!
No need to sign up – just come as you are!
Return to 10:30 Sunday Service This Morning
Our Sunday morning service resumes its regular start time and location of 10am in the Sanctuary. Don't forget!
MAKE A JOYFUL NOISE UNTO THE LORD!
REMEMBER - THERE IS STILL TIME TO JOIN
The Chancel Choir - rehearses every Sunday at 8:30 AM and sings for worship each week at 10:30 AM September through early June.
The Handbell Choir meets regularly one evening per week for an hour, and we present a musical offering occasionally during services, an average of once each month. The bell choir is open to participation from middle school students through adults, from rank amateurs to seasoned musicians, and it is a great opportunity to make music in a unique way with fun friends. The Handbell Choir has a tentative start date of September 14.
The Children's Choir will begin on Sunday, September 17 immediately following the service and is open to children currently in grades 1-6.
We welcome any and all who are interested in participating in the life of the church through music and song, whether it be in one of the above ensembles, or through any other musical gifts you have to offer. For more information please contact me through the church office at office@cpcba.org or call 412-761-1233.
Return to 10:30 Sunday Service on Sept. 17
Our Sunday morning service resumes its regular start time and location of 10am in the Sanctuary. Don't forget!
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS SERVICE -- SUNDAY, SEPT. 17 3PM
Arf! Arf! Meow! Neigh! Oink! Oink! Tweet! Tweet!
Bring your furred, feathered, finned and scaled creatures to the church yard on Sunday, September 17, at 3 p.m. for our BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS service. Each pet will receive a blessing and certificate. There will be snacks for both pets and humans. Please protect your pets: use a leash, cage, carrier, etc. Leaders will be Jean Henderson and Donna Giver-Johnston, Trudy File and Sandy Stauffer. Watch for special guests making a surprise appearance!
All are welcome – even non-Presbyterian pets!
No need to sign up – just come as you are!
SEE OUR NEW LOOK -- SUNDAY, SEPT. 10!
For nearly a year, the CPCBA Communications Team and Pastor Donna have been working to develop a new church logo. Recently, the team presented its top pick to Session, who enthusiastically approved it! Come to Fellowship Hall this Sunday, September 10 at 10:00 AM to worship and to see the new logo, to hear how and why it was developed, and to celebrate. There will even be something special to take home, so don’t miss it! After worship, stay for Fellowship and a “Faith Fair”, so you can find a way to put your faith in action this next year
DONATE TO VICTIMS OF HARVEY THROUGH PRESBYTERIAN DISASTER ASSISTANCE
There are two ways you can give your donation:
1) By mail: Write a check to PC (U.S.A.); put 'DR000169-Harvey' in the memo line; mail to:
PC (U.S.A.) PO Box 643700, PGH PA 15264.
(NOTE: This is the national office that processes donations, not just a local one.)
2) Online: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance --Tropical Storm Harvey
Email Blast, Sept. 1
CPCBA IS GETTING A NEW LOOK!
For nearly a year, the CPCBA Communications Team and Pastor Donna have been working to develop a new church logo. Recently, the team presented its top pick to Session, who enthusiastically approved it! Come to Fellowship Hall on Sunday, September 10 at 10:00 AM to worship and to see the new logo, to hear how and why it was developed, and to celebrate. There will even be something special to take home, so don’t miss it! After worship, stay for Fellowship and a “Faith Fair”, so you can find a way to put your faith in ac-tion this next year
Come Explore the Holy Places in Pittsburgh
You are invited onto “holy ground” as we continue to explore some sacred spaces in Pittsburgh. You can wear your sandals, but come with an open mind and ready to be amazed and inspired by the beauty and holiness hidden all around us. Come for fun and fellowship with others. Look for a sign-up sheet in the Narthex.
Mark your calendars for:
September 13 11:30 AM Tiffany Window Tour, Calvary United Methodist
Allegheny Avenue, Northside
We will meet at CPCBA at 10:45 AM.
A donation of $2.00 or more is suggested. For more information email Linda Williams at LBWLortz@aol.com
Please note that there will be no Bible Study/Prayer Group that day.
BOOK CLUB STARTS AGAIN!
The Book Club's September meeting will be on Tuesday, September 5.
Everyone is invited to participate. We meet at 7:30 PM, in the Conference Room.
The September book is Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline. Discussion will be lead
by Sandy Stauffer.
Book club meets each month from September through May on the first Tuesday of each
month.
If you would like the book list for the year or have any questions please contact Merle
Culley at merleculley@zoominternet.net
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS SERVICE
Arf! Arf! Meow! Neigh! Oink! Oink! Tweet! Tweet!
Bring your furred, feathered, finned and scaled creatures to the church yard on Sunday, September 17, at 3 p.m. for our BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS service. Each pet will receive a blessing and certificate.
There will be snacks for both pets and humans. Please protect your pets: use a leash, cage, carrier, etc. Leaders will be Jean Henderson and Donna Giver-Johnston, Trudy File and Sandy Stauffer. Watch for special guests making a surprise appearance!
All are welcome – even non-Presbyterian pets!
No need to sign up – just come as you are!
SANCTUARY FLOWERS - Flowers may be donated to the Glory of God, and/or in memory or in honor of a special person or people in your life. These arrangements, created by the Flower Committee, are $40 a vase. Call the office at 412-761-1233 or email Tracey at cpcba@verizon.net today to reserve a date.
NEW MEMBER CLASS
You are invited to meet with our Pastor, Rev. Dr. Donna Giver-Johnston at 9:00 AM in the Pastor’s office on Sunday, September 17. The informal discussion will last one hour. If you wish to join, you will meet with Session members on Tuesday, September 19 at 7:00 PM. You will be introduced to the congregation on Sunday, September 24 during the 10:30 AM worship service.
Please call Pastor Donna at 412-761-1233 if you are interested or have any questions.
2017 Monday Meals at The Center of Bellevue
September 18, 2017
The Fellowship Committee will be purchasing and prepping the Monday Meal at the Center in Bellevue on September 18. We will be serving Sloppy Joes, macaroni and cheese, cole slaw and dessert to approximately 80-100 attendees.
All are encouraged to share the meal with attendees. It is a wonderful experience filled with lots of stories and laughter. Come join the fun.
Interested in helping? Here’s how:
• Donate $10.00 to help with the food expense.
• Donate 2 dozen cookies or brownies for dessert.(total of 12 dozen needed)
• Volunteer to serve the diners at their tables. (5 servers needed)
Dinner is served at 6:00 pm.
A sign up sheet will be available in the Narthex, along with an envelope for your donations. Questions? Contact Kate Colville (412) 736-2062, robjcolville@msn.com or Gail Buchanan.
SAVE THE DATE -- World Vision Day
Saturday, September 23 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Help sort and pack clothing at the World Vision Distribution Center located in Sewickley for shipment here at home and overseas. If you wish to carpool, we will meet at the church at 8:30 AM, and return by 12:15 PM. It’s work but FUN! Get to know your fellow church members and friends. See you there!
EXERCISE CLASS TO BEGIN AT CPCBA
Every Monday & Wednesday 1:00 PM
Our 1:00 PM, Monday and Wednesday exercise class with instructor Pat Pacey will begin on
Wednesday, September 6!
All are invited to join. The cost will be $30 per MONTH.
To register or have questions please contact Tracey in the church office at 412-761-1233.
TWO WAYS TO DONATE TO VICTIMS OF HARVEY
THROUGH PRESBYTERIAN DISASTER ASSISTANCE
1) Write a check to PC (U.S.A.); put 'DR000169-Harvey' in the memo line; mail to:
PC (U.S.A.) PO Box 643700, PGH PA 15264.
(NOTE: This is the national office that processes donations, not just a local one.)
2) Google 'pda.pcusa.org' - click on 'Presbyterian Disaster Assistance' -
scroll down to 'Currently Responding,' click on 'Tropical Storm Harvey'
and follow directions for giving by using a credit card.
WORSHIP INFO
We will return to the sanctuary and the regular worship time of
10:30 AM on Sunday, September 17.
LIVING WITH LOSS
Have you experienced a loss in your life? A loss of a loved one, a friend, a pet, or a job? Loss is a way of life, but it’s not easy; we need help learning to live with it. And so we are starting a support group called “Living with Loss.” It begins Tuesday, July 11, from 7:00 - 8:00 PM, and will meet monthly in Fellowship Hall. Leaders are trained in grief counseling. Child care is available if needed. To register, call Tracey in the church office at 412-761-1233. Questions? Email Donna Giver-Johnston at pastordonna@cpcba.org or Susan Fink at SusanMFink@gmail.com. Come or tell a friend about it.
“FIVE WISHES” SEMINAR — Getting your affairs in order as you age
Here’s an opportunity for young and old to give a special gift to your family! On Sunday, June 25 Jean Henderson will lead a one-hour seminar with light lunch in Fellowship Hall at 11:30 AM.
The subject is “FIVE WISHES,” based on a booklet from Aging with Dignity. The cost is $5.00 for each participant; you will receive lunch and the booklet for personal use. The program is for those 18 or older, and in Pennsylvania, it meets legal requirements for living wills. Directions will be given for its use.
The wishes include: the person I want to make care decisions for me when I cannot; the kind of medical treatment I want or don’t want; how comfortable I want to be; how I want people to treat me; and what I want my loved ones to know. This program has been called ‘”The first living will with a heart and soul.”’
Please sign up in the Narthex or with Jean at jhhh21942@aol.com.
Sunday Worship is at 10am! Don' sleep in!
Don't forget, we are starting our summer worship schedule. The service starts at 10am and will be held in the air conditioned Fellowship Hall.
Email Blast, June 16
SUMMER WORSHIP: JUNE 18 - SEPTEMBER 3, 10:00 AM
We will move worship to our AIR CONDITIONED Fellowship Hall.
Come just as you are….Find the joy and inspiration you seek!
PASTOR DONNA will be out of the country from June 16 - 26. Also, THE OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED the week of June 19. All pastoral care calls will be taken by Rev. Dr. Jean Henderson, 412-352-8001.
Pilgrimage to the Holy Land Pastor Donna
Next year—April 10-21, 2018—I will be going on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. It is a unique opportunity to experience the Holy Land through the lens of women in Scripture. Led by Bishop Charlene Kammerer, we will learn what it meant for women to navigate their world and culture. We will see how coming to believe in Jesus of Nazareth transformed their lives and gave them a new future.
It is a trip offered through Educational Opportunities Tours. As a registered clergy, I am a host. As a host, I am inviting you to come join the tour. I have brochures available in the narthex and would be happy to talk with anyone who is interested. If you cannot come, don’t worry, I will plan on sharing my study leave experience—stories and pictures—with the whole congregation after my return.
SUMMER SPECIAL MUSIC
There are still a few Sundays this summer where we are in need of Special Music.
If you would be interested in providing vocal or instrumental music, please contact
Tim Heavner at: timothyheavner@gmail.com.
NEW OFFICE EMAIL
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY—Please update your records, the church office has a NEW EMAIL ADDRESS: office@cpcba.org
LIVING WITH LOSS
Have you experienced a loss in your life? A loss of a loved one, a friend, a pet, or a job? Loss is a way of life, but it’s not easy; we need help learning to live with it. And so we are starting a support group called “Living with Loss.” It begins Tuesday, July 11, from7:00 -8:00 PM, and will meet monthly in Fellowship Hall. Leaders are trained in grief counseling. Child care is available if needed. To register, call Tracey in the church officeat 412-761-1233. Questions? Email Donna Giver-Johnston at pastordonna@cpcba.org or Susan Fink at SusanMFink@gmail.com. Come or tell a friend about it.
PRAYER AND BIBLE STUDY GROUP will meet on Wednesday, June 21 at 10:00 AM in the Conference Room. The Scripture passage for this week is Psalm 105:1-11, 37-45 (Psalm of Remembrance). All are welcome.
2017 Schedule for Monday Meals at The Center of Bellevue
This year CPCBA continues to bring Christ to the Community by serving quarterly dinners at The Center of Bellevue.
The next one is Monday June 19, 2017. We are asking volunteers to provide meals for 80 adults in blocks of 20. We also need 4-6 servers.
All are encouraged to share the meal with the attendees. It is a wonderful experience filled with lots of stories and laughter. Come join in the fun. There is a role for everyone, particularly cooks and servers.
Please let Lyn or Walt Robertson know if you would like to participate.
412-761-1030 or therobs1@verizon.net
Look for a sign-up sheet in the Narthex.
Other Dates: September 18, December 18.
Come Explore the Holy Places in Pittsburgh
From the burning bush, God said to Moses, "Take off your sandals, for the place where you are standing is holy ground."
This summer, you are invited onto “holy ground” to explore some sacred spaces in Pittsburgh. You can wear your sandals, but come with an open mind and ready to be amazed and inspired by the beauty and holiness hidden all around us. Come for fun and fellowship with others.
Mark your calendars:
June 11 7:30 PM River City Brass Band Concert, Hartwood Acres
July 16 1:00 PM Biblical Gardens at Rodef Shalom Temple, Shadyside
July 26 7:00 PM Taize Worship & Labyrinth, East Liberty Presby. Church
August 20 5:00 PM River City Brass Band Concert, Old Economy Village
Look for other trips to be announced. Hope to walk with you on Holy Ground this summer!
“FIVE WISHES” SEMINAR — Getting your affairs in order as you age
Here’s an opportunity for young and old to give a special gift to your family! On Sunday, June 25 Jean Henderson will lead a one-hour seminar with light lunch in Fellowship Hall at 11:30 AM.
The subject is “FIVE WISHES,” based on a booklet from Aging with Dignity. The cost is $5.00 for each participant; you will receive lunch and the booklet for personal use. The program is for those 18 or older, and in Pennsylvania, it meets legal requirements for living wills. Directions will be given for its use.
The wishes include: the person I want to make care decisions for me when I cannot; the kind of medical treatment I want or don’t want; how comfortable I want to be; how I want people to treat me; and what I want my loved ones to know. This program has been called ‘”The first living will with a heart and soul.”’
Please sign up in the Narthex or with Jean at jhhh21942@aol.com.
REMINDER: HIGH SCHOOL & COLLEGE GRADUATES
Bio Information & Photo are needed for July Revelations
Information sheets sent to you by Sandy Stauffer and photo can be brought to worship this Sunday, June 18 or mailed to Sandy Stauffer ASAP:
24 Penhurst Road
Pittsburgh, PA15202
Save the Date - HEBREWS SUMMER BIBLE STUDY
IS YOUR HEAD IN THE CLOUDS??? Well, we certainly hope so – at least on eight Monday evenings this summer. We’ll gather at 7-8 PM in Fellowship Hall beginning July 10 through August 28 for our summer Bible Study - “CLOUD OF WITNESSES: The Community of Christ in Hebrews.”
Come learn about Hebrews – the most unique book in the Bible. We’ll study the many influences that form and hold us together as a community; this is not just a study for our heads, but also our hearts and souls. Cost of the study book is $10.00. Jean Henderson, Donna Giver-Johnson and Linda Williams
Summer Schedule: Service at 10am!!!
Starting this Sunday, June 19, and running through the September 3 service, Sunday worship will be held in the AIR CONDITIONED Fellowship Hall and start at 10am.
Come just as you are….Find the joy and inspiration you seek.
Email Blast, June 9
SUMMER WORSHIP: JUNE 18 - SEPTEMBER 3, 10:00 AM
We will move worship to our AIR CONDITIONED Fellowship Hall.
Come just as you are….Find the joy and inspiration you seek
Where in the World is Pastor Donna?
After letting my passport expire for lack of international travel, I have gotten a new passport and I am ready to go! My first trip is to fly to London, England, where I will meet Rebecca (after her month-long study in Italy). Together we will go on an Adventure throughout Europe including: Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, and France. It will be a whirlwind tour in 1 week! I will be gone from June 16-26. Rev. Jean Henderson is preaching on June 18, as well as offering pastoral care (412-352-8001) as needed . Rev. Susan Rothenberg is preaching on June 25. I will be back from vacation and in the pulpit on July 2 and will look forward to opportunities to share my experiences.
Then, next year—April 10-21, 2018—I will be going on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. It is a unique opportunity to experience the Holy Land through the lens of women in Scripture. Led by Bishop Charlene Kammerer, we will learn what it meant for women to navigate their world and culture. We will see how coming to believe in Jesus of Nazareth transformed their lives and gave them a new future.
It is a trip offered through Educational Opportunities Tours. As a registered clergy, I am a host. As a host, I am inviting you to come join the tour. I have brochures available in the narthex and would be happy to talk with anyone who is interested. If you cannot come, don’t worry, I will plan on sharing my study leave experience—stories and pictures—with the whole congregation after my return.
PRAYER AND BIBLE STUDY GROUP will meet on Wednesday, June 14 at 10:00 AM in the Conference Room. The Scripture passage for this week is Psalm 1 (Wisdom Psalm). All are welcome.
MISSION TRIP MEETING
MONDAY, JUNE 12
6:00 PM
FELLOWSHIP HALL
All those registered for the Mission Trip please join us for this
FINAL organizational meeting.
Pieces of the Road
Help the youth get to Webster Springs, WV for their Summer Mission Trip by purchasing a “piece of the road.”
$10 – A Piece of the Road $15 – A Rest Stop
$20 – A Gas Stop $25 – A Coffee Stop
To purchase and track the progress of our “road” to West Virginia check out the “Piece of the Road” displayed on the whiteboard in the Narthex.
PRAYER PARTNERS
Encouragement for those on the Mission Trip.
Check the board in the Narthex to sign up as a Prayer Partner for a person on the trip. You can bring them a note of
encouragement or a treat for the road on Sunday, June 18.
2017 Schedule for Monday Meals at The Center of Bellevue
This year CPCBA continues to bring Christ to the Community by serving quarterly dinners at The Center of Bellevue.
The next one is Monday June 19, 2017. We are asking volunteers to provide meals for 80 adults in blocks of 20. We also need 4-6 servers.
All are encouraged to share the meal with the attendees. It is a wonderful experience filled with lots of stories and laughter. Come join in the fun. There is a role for everyone, particularly cooks and servers.
Please let Lyn or Walt Robertson know if you would like to participate.
412-761-1030 or therobs1@verizon.net
Look for a sign-up sheet in the Narthex.
Other Dates: September 18, December 18.
Come Explore the Holy Places in Pittsburgh
From the burning bush, God said to Moses, "Take off your sandals, for the place where you are standing is holy ground."
This summer, you are invited onto “holy ground” to explore some sacred spaces in Pittsburgh. You can wear your sandals, but come with an open mind and ready to be amazed and inspired by the beauty and holiness hidden all around us. Come for fun and fellowship with others.
Mark your calendars:
June 11 7:30 PM River City Brass Band Concert, Hartwood Acres
July 16 1:00 PM Biblical Gardens at Rodef Shalom Temple, Shadyside
July 26 7:00 PM Taize Worship & Labyrinth, East Liberty Presby. Church
August 20 5:00 PM River City Brass Band Concert, Old Economy Village
Look for other trips to be announced. Hope to walk with you on Holy Ground this summer!
“FIVE WISHES” SEMINAR — Getting your affairs in order as you age
Here’s an opportunity for young and old to give a special gift to your family! On Sunday, June 25 Jean Henderson will lead a one-hour seminar with light lunch in Fellowship Hall at 11:30 AM.
The subject is “FIVE WISHES,” based on a booklet from Aging with Dignity. The cost is $5.00 for each participant; you will receive lunch and the booklet for personal use. The program is for those 18 or older, and in Pennsylvania, it meets legal requirements for living wills. Directions will be given for its use.
The wishes include: the person I want to make care decisions for me when I cannot; the kind of medical treatment I want or don’t want; how comfortable I want to be; how I want people to treat me; and what I want my loved ones to know. This program has been called ‘”The first living will with a heart and soul.”’
Please sign up in the Narthex or with Jean at jhhh21942@aol.com.
Save the Date - HEBREWS SUMMER BIBLE STUDY
IS YOUR HEAD IN THE CLOUDS??? Well, we certainly hope so – at least on eight Monday evenings this summer. We’ll gather at 7-8 PM in Fellowship Hall beginning July 10 through August 28 for our summer Bible Study - “CLOUD OF WITNESSES: The Community of Christ in Hebrews.”
Come learn about Hebrews – the most unique book in the Bible. We’ll study the many influences that form and hold us together as a community; this is not just a study for our heads, but also our hearts and souls. Cost of the study book is $10.00. Jean Henderson, Donna Giver-Johnson and Linda Williams
Lift High the Cross
On May 28, 2017 we dedicate a new cross to hang in Fellowship Hall. This cross was commissioned by Nancy Hamilton with the funds given in memory of her dearly departed husband and long-time church member Chuck Hamilton. The design and construction of the cross were made possible by Ken Bernauer, John Buchanan, Nancy Hamilton, Monica Liao, Bob Nadin, and Deb Sadowski. The cross project, which began with a conversation Pastor Donna had with Nancy Hamilton over a year and a half ago, truly was a labor of love. We rejoice that it has come to fruition.
The cross is made of cherry wood that is strong and hard and resists warping. It is a basic cross to remind us of Christ’s death and resurrection. The circle (making it recognized as a Celtic Cross) is a symbol of eternity that emphasizes the endlessness of God’s love.
On Memorial Day weekend, as we remember Chuck Hamilton’s life of witness and service, we dedicate this cross to help us remember Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross for us and for our salvation.
As we gather for worship or fellowship, may we lift our eyes to the cross, remembering the One who gave his life so that we might live fully and eternally with God. May this cross mark this place as a refuge for those who suffer and seek peace and as a beacon to light the way to shape the world around us.
Through Christ, God was pleased to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, by making peace through the blood of the cross (Colossians 1:20)
Email Blast, May 26
PRAYER AND BIBLE STUDY GROUP will meet on Wednesday, May 31 at 10:00 AM in the Conference Room. Lectionary passages for this week are: 1 Corinthians 12:3b-13 and Acts 2:1-21.
Day Camp This Summer -- Click Here
Mission Trip -- Click Here
Make it what you want it to be.
Webster Springs, WV - Sunday, June 18th to Saturday, June 24th
Build - Repair - Restore - Play - Laugh - Splash - Repeat
Cost BEFORE Fundraising: $350 per person(Rafting Xtra)
Sample Daily Schedule
- 7am breakfast & briefing of work for the day.
- 8am Leave for worksite. The work is general carpentry, demolition to installation. Floors, drywall, paneling, siding, etc. It could involve plumbing or electrical work as well, depending on the skills of the group.
- 12 noon Lunch. We pack our own in coolers.
- 5 p.m. back to house for Dinner, Free time, Ice cream, games, whatever!
PLEASE REGISTER BY JUNE 1
FOOD COLLECTIONS FOR HOLY FAMILY STUDENTS
As part of our outreach partnership and support with Holy Family Institute's Specialized Learning Program, we are providing food items to send home with students each Friday. The program is coordinated by the school's guidance counselor and is targeted at providing some nutritious, easy-to-prepare food for children who experience hunger or food insecurity. Please consider donating food or funds to support this mission. Information is on display in the church narthex, or contact Deb Sadowski at scnmom@yahoo.com or 724-719-0144. We will be collecting through the end of May.
PENTECOST - CONFIRMING A FUTURE OF FAITH, SUNDAY, JUNE 4
Pentecost Sunday, the day we celebrate God's gift of the Holy Spirit. We will also share in the witness and support our Confirmation class as they become adult members of the church. We celebrate the spirit present in these young people, and embrace them as brothers and sisters in Christ.
Wear your colors of flame and fire! These symbolize the flame of the Holy Spirit that hovered over the heads of the disciples on that first Pentecost day.
Sew What?
In June, on Faith in Action Sunday we will sew Dignity Robes.
But first we need to cut them out.
We will hold our Fourth Annual "Cut Up" session on
Wednesday, May 3, 2017 from 4 to 6:30 PM
Just bring scissors an dpins if you have them, patterns and fabric will be available.
AND THEN we will go to supper! Mia Madre is open on California Avenue in Avalon.
Please send your YESSES for cutting and/or supper to Gail Buchanan at gailjohn@aol.com or call 412-734-2050.
HOME STAY FAMILIES NEEDED
Experience a different culture from your very own home! Holy Family International College Preparatory Program is looking for a Home Stay Family to host one of their male Sewickley Academy students from China to live in their homes during the 2017-2018 school year. The student is looking for the opportunity to experience life with an American family. He will be a sophomore in the 2017-2018 school year. Home Stay Families will receive a generous monthly payment to care for international students. For more information, contact Debbie Gooden at 412-766-9020 ext. 1221 or gooden.debbie@hfi-pgh.org.
DON’T JUST GO TO CHURCH . . . BE THE CHURCH!
SAVE THE DATE FAITH-IN-ACTION WEEKEND
JUNE 10 & 11
WORSHIP THROUGH SERVICE IN THE COMMUNITY
"Quilting the Bible"
If you are interested in helping to make a quilt of Bible verse, please join us on May 23 at 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall. This will be a year-long project and we will not be meeting monthly. So bring your ideas to our first meeting and we will get started.
All are welcome -- even if you don't sew!!!
Please feel free to contact Leslie Miller (412-319-4781) if you should have any questions.
Email Blast, May 18
PRAYER AND BIBLE STUDY GROUP will meet on Wednesday, May 17 at 10:00 AM in the Conference Room. Lectionary passages for this week are: 1 Peter 2-2-10 and Acts 7:55-60.
Mission Trip -- Click Here
Make it what you want it to be.
Webster Springs, WV - Sunday, June 18th to Saturday, June 24th
Build - Repair - Restore - Play - Laugh - Splash - Repeat
Cost BEFORE Fundraising: $350 per person(Rafting Xtra)
Sample Daily Schedule
- 7am breakfast & briefing of work for the day.
- 8am Leave for worksite. The work is general carpentry, demolition to installation. Floors, drywall, paneling, siding, etc. It could involve plumbing or electrical work as well, depending on the skills of the group.
- 12 noon Lunch. We pack our own in coolers.
- 5 p.m. back to house for Dinner, Free time, Ice cream, games, whatever!
PLEASE REGISTER BY JUNE 1
FOOD COLLECTIONS FOR HOLY FAMILY STUDENTS
As part of our outreach partnership and support with Holy Family Institute's Specialized Learning Program, we are providing food items to send home with students each Friday. The program is coordinated by the school's guidance counselor and is targeted at providing some nutritious, easy-to-prepare food for children who experience hunger or food insecurity. Please consider donating food or funds to support this mission. Information is on display in the church narthex, or contact Deb Sadowski at scnmom@yahoo.com or 724-719-0144. We will be collecting through the end of May.
PENTECOST - CONFIRMING A FUTURE OF FAITH, SUNDAY, JUNE 4
Pentecost Sunday, the day we celebrate God's gift of the Holy Spirit. We will also share in the witness and support our Confirmation class as they become adult members of the church. We celebrate the spirit present in these young people, and embrace them as brothers and sisters in Christ.
Wear your colors of flame and fire! These symbolize the flame of the Holy Spirit that hovered over the heads of the disciples on that first Pentecost day.
Sew What?
In June, on Faith in Action Sunday we will sew Dignity Robes.
But first we need to cut them out.
We will hold our Fourth Annual "Cut Up" session on
Wednesday, May 3, 2017 from 4 to 6:30 PM
Just bring scissors an dpins if you have them, patterns and fabric will be available.
AND THEN we will go to supper! Mia Madre is open on California Avenue in Avalon.
Please send your YESSES for cutting and/or supper to Gail Buchanan at gailjohn@aol.com or call 412-734-2050.
Two-Cents-a-Meal Donation
Bring your two-cents-a-meal can to worship on May 21st for collection. Watch the wagons work!
HOME STAY FAMILIES NEEDED
Experience a different culture from your very own home! Holy Family International College Preparatory Program is looking for a Home Stay Family to host one of their male Sewickley Academy students from China to live in their homes during the 2017-2018 school year. The student is looking for the opportunity to experience life with an American family. He will be a sophomore in the 2017-2018 school year. Home Stay Families will receive a generous monthly payment to care for international students. For more information, contact Debbie Gooden at 412-766-9020 ext. 1221 or gooden.debbie@hfi-pgh.org.
DON’T JUST GO TO CHURCH . . . BE THE CHURCH!
SAVE THE DATE FAITH-IN-ACTION WEEKEND
JUNE 10 & 11
WORSHIP THROUGH SERVICE IN THE COMMUNITY
"Quilting the Bible"
If you are interested in helping to make a quilt of Bible verse, please join us on May 23 at 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall. This will be a year-long project and we will not be meeting monthly. So bring your ideas to our first meeting and we will get started.
All are welcome -- even if you don't sew!!!
Please feel free to contact Leslie Miller (412-319-4781) if you should have any questions.
