Religion – May 7
At the Bible Chapel, McMurray, enjoy a night of laughter, food, fun and fellowship as Ladies Night Out hosts Christian comedienne Anita Renfroe May 9. Attendees can also cast votes for Pittsburgh’s best desserts and browsing through exhibitor shops. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased by emailing Patty Neil at patty@wordfm.com.
At Chabad of the South Hills, Mt. Lebanon, Paradigm Shift: Transformational Life Teachings of the Lubavitcher Rebbe, a new six-session course by the Rohr Jewish Learning Institute, will be presented at 7:30 p.m. beginning May 14.
The course is a series of local activities in Pittsburgh marking 20 years since the passing of “the Rebbe,” Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson of righteous memory. The Rebbe was a visionary religious leader who inspired countless individuals during his lifetime and established a global network of educational, social and religious institutions to revive the post-holocaust Jewish landscape.
The course will explore Rabbi Schneerson’s philosophy and outlook, offering participants the chance to see things from a radically different perspective.
Attendees need not be affiliated with a particular synagogue, temple or other house of worship to attend.
Interested students may call 412-344-2424 or visit www.chabadsh.com for registration. Jewish Learning Institute courses are presented in the South Hills in conjunction with Chabad of the South Hills.
At Christ U.M. Church, Bethel Park, a Widow’s Wellness Day, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. May 17. Dr. Michele Reiss, PhD, psychotherapist and author of “Lessons in Loss and Living” and Laura Crooks, RN and wellness coach who will present “How to Live With Your Strengths” are the speakers. Cost is $25. Register at 412-835-6621.
At Community of Christ, Bethel Park, Dinner for a Dollar is planned 5-7 p.m. May 8. Pasta, rolls, salad and dessert for $1 per person or $3 for a family. No reservations needed.
At Jesus Fellowship, Bethel Park, a ladies Bible study, a seven-week video series with Priscilla Shirer titled “Jonah – Navigating a Life Interrupted,” will be held 7:30-9 p.m. every other week, through June 16. Workbooks are $12 plus shipping, but are not mandatory to attend. For details, call 412-833-8419.
At New Assembly of God, Upper St. Clair, evangelist and teacher Andre Van Zyl from South Africa will speak at at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. May 11 and at 7 p.m. May 12. Van Zyl has been ministering for 33 years.
At South Hills Assembly, Bethel Park, HonorBound Men’s Fellowship Breakfast will be held at 9 a.m. May 10. Call Mark Peyton at 412-389-8142.
• Bethel Music Concert will be held at 7 p.m. May 22. Tickets are available at www.bethelmusic.com.
• “Creation” Concert with youth and leaders, 7 p.m. May 23. Proceeds will benefit youth and children’s ministry trips. Tickets are $5.
• Beginner guitar lessons with Pastor Paul Housman begin on May 20 for six weeks. Cost is $48. Call Pastor Paul Boisvert to register.
• New Bible studies, inspirational classes, support for addiction recovery, handling depression, anger management, weight loss and bereavement are planned through June 18. For details, call 412-835-8900.
At St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Finleyville, the John Paul the Great Columbiette Auxiliary 13832 will hold a Bunco Mania Party with prizes, lunch and Chinese auction at 1 p.m. May 18. Bunco consists of players rolling dice and accumulating “wins” or “Buncos.” Cost is $20. For reservations, call Mary Ann at 724-348-9009.
At Westminster Presbyterian Church, Upper St. Clair, the Bible study Prayer will take place at 10 a.m. Thursdays, May 8, 15 and 22. Why do we pray? How do we pray? What does the Bible say about prayer? Free.
• Inquirers’ Class, 9 a.m. May 17. Explore what it means to be a faithful follower of Christ in the Presbyterian tradition.
• Blood drive, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. May 18.
• Organ Recital, 3 p.m. May 18. James Burns on organ with soprano Sara Botkin. A varied program ranging from the dramatic music of Nicolaus Bruhns to the jazz-inspired harmonies of William Bolcom.
For details, call 412-835-6630.
At St. Thomas More Church, Bethel Park, a Baccalaureate Mass for 2014 high school seniors will be held at 11:30 a.m. June 8. A reception will follow. RSVP to 412-835-6996.