Week of Nov. 12
At Bethany Lutheran Church, Bethel Park, a Babies & Toddler Bible Group is held from 9:45-10:45 a.m. Sundays in the Nursery, combining music, stories and activities that will introduce babies through preschoolers to God’s word. The new “Mommy & Me” style program is part of the church’s Sunday school and open to the public. Registration is not required. Parents must stay with their children. For more information, call 412-835-9221.
At the Bible Chapel, McMurray, Operation Christmas Child shoebox collections have begun. Use any standard-size shoebox to pack school supplies, hygiene items, toys and hard candy/gum. Boxes may be dropped off in the main lobby any weekend through Nov. 16. Visit samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child for packing instructions.
• Save the date: Men’s Thanksgiving Breakfast, 8 a.m. Nov. 22, South Hills campus. Cost is $5. Register at biblechapel.org/events.
At First Bethel United Methodist Church, Bethel Park, a spirited Jazz Service is offered at 6 p.m. on the first Saturday of every month, featuring pianist Haywood Vincent, bassist Phil Silvato and Bethel Park’s own Dale Hertrick on sax. The trio weaves music around a message and communion by Pastor Tom Barnicott. For more information, call 412-835-0700.
At South Hills Assembly, Bethel Park, an Employment Transition Support Group will be held at 7 p.m. Nov. 18 in room C1-D. Information, networking, encouragement and prayer. Get help with your job search from a professional headhunter.
• Lunch Bunch for Adults, noon Nov. 20 in the Multi-Purpose room. Cost is $6 for lunch and bible study. Sign up at the Adult Ministry table.
• Hearts to Worship Women’s Ministry Event: “Capture My Heart…Again,” 7-9 p.m. Nov. 21. Marge Kubany will lead this night of worship, communion and testimonies. Childcare provided by reservation only. Call the church or email Marge at margekubany@yahoo.com.
At Southminster Presbyterian Church, Mt. Lebanon, a Community Bible Study meets from 7-8:35 p.m. Mondays. Open to all. No previous Biblical knowledge required. For more information, call John at 412-600-8756.
At St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church, Canonsburg, the Ladies’ Altar Society will hold its annual Thanksgiving Bake Sale from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Nov. 22. For more information, call 724-743-0231.
At St. Stephen Lutheran Church, Scott, the regular worship schedule will return at 6:30 p.m. Saturdays and 10:30 a.m. Sundays with Adult Bible Class at 9:15 a.m. Sundays. For more information, call Pastor Frontz at 412-279-5868 or visit www.ststephenpittsburgh.org.
At Westminster Presbyterian Church, Upper St. Clair, Faithful Family Formations: A Circle of Love parenting workshops will be held 7-8 p.m. Nov. 19. Learn how a spiritual journey is a circle of love.
• Advent Bible Study “Under Wraps: The Gift We Never Expected” will take place 10-11:30 a.m. Thursdays, Nov. 20 and Dec. 4, 11, 18. Reflection, study, dialogue and fellowship. Free. Register at www.westminster-church.org or 412-835-6630.