Week of Oct. 1
At Baldwin U.M. Church, a bus trip is planned to see “Moses” at the Sight and Sound’s Millennium Theater in Lancaster Oct. 14-15. For a complete itinerary and cost, call 412-885-4560. A $100 deposit will hold your reservation.
At Bethany Presbyterian Church, Bridgeville, quilters meet 9-11 a.m. Thursday mornings. Make a quilt for yourself or as a keepsake. For more information, call Sandy at 412-221-6851.
At Bethel Presbyterian Church, a Meat and Potatoes class for men is offered at 7 p.m. Wednesdays.
• Bible class, 10 a.m. Wednesdays for those wanting to learn more, such as why the Bible was written, who the writers were and also the Book of Genesis.
• Vineyards classes, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Sundays. A variety of classes for all age groups.
For more information or to register, call 412-835-0405.
The Bible Chapel, McMurray, will hold Café Chocolat retreat Oct. 3-5. Join the women of The Bible Chapel in Ligonier to learn about God’s extravagant grace. Register.
• Sermon series #Jesus, Oct. 4 and 5, all campuses.
• Dinner and study, Wednesdays. Dinner is at 5 p.m. followed by classes at 6:30. Dinner is $6/person or $20/family. Visit the website for class offerings or to register.
• Country Throwdown for junior high youth, 3:30-7:30 p.m. Oct. 12, South Hills campus. Students are encouraged to wear a flannel shirt and enjoy games, music, fellowship and s’mores by the bonfire. Registration is $15 and available online.
For more information or to register, visit www.biblechapel.org.
At Chabad of the South Hills, Mt. Lebanon, the following Yom Kippur services are planned: Friday – Kol Nidrei services, 7 p.m. Oct. 3; Saturday – 9:30 a.m. morning service, 11:30 a.m. Yizkor Memorial service, 5:45 p.m. afternoon service, 6:30 p.m. Neilah closing service followed by breakfast. Services are open to all. No membership fees, tickets or affiliation necessary. For more information, visit www.chabadsh.com.
At Christ the Redeemer Anglican Church, Canonsburg, a Contemporary Service of Holy Communion is held at 5 p.m. Saturdays, and a Blended Service of Holy Communion with traditional hymns and liturgy plus praise music at 9:30 a.m. Sundays. Adult education takes place at 8:15 a.m. Sundays and Bible study is held at 10 a.m. Wednesdays. Holy Communion at Friendship Village is held at 11 a.m. the third Thursday of every month.
At Christ United Methodist Church, Bethel Park, information on current and upcoming classes, including Men’s Study; Jesus, The Bible and Homosexuality; The Apocrypha; An Altar in the World; Discovery Class; and Covenant Bible Study is available online.
For more information, visit www.christumc.net.
At Community of Christ Church, Bethel Park, Dinner for a Dollar will be held from 5-7 p.m. Oct. 9. Dinners are held the second Thursday of each month except July and December. Cost is $1/person or $3/family. The church is located on South Park Road (between Drake Road and Sunset). For more information, contact Debbie at 412-833-6357 or dgeffel@comcast.net.
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, both familiar and unique, around a message and communion by Pastor Tom Barnicott. For more information, call 412-835-0700.
At Grace Community Church, Bridgeville, the annual Community Fall Festival will take place from 2-4 p.m. Oct. 11. This free event will include inflatables, carnival games and “trunk-or-treat.”
At Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church, Mt. Lebanon, an Autumn Food Fair & Yiayia’s Attic will take place 11:30 a.m.-8 p.m. through Oct. 3 at its Community Center. Enjoy Greek favorites including moussaka, tiropita, spanakopita, pastitso, rice pudding, soups and more. A bake sale will feature Greek pastries, pies, cakes, jams, nuts, candies and a variety of breads. Inside seating. Rain or shine. Cash or credit cards accepted. No fax, phone or online ordering. Take-out will be available in the Community Center food line. All proceeds benefit the philanthropic efforts of the Ladies Philoptochos Society.
At South Hills Assembly, Bethel Park, Cleansing Stream Regional Retreat will be held 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 4. Cost is $106. Call Pastor Paul Housman to register.
• Community Women’s Bible Study Fellowship, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Oct. 3 in the Multi-Purpose Room.
• Miracle Healing Service, 7 p.m. Oct. 6 with Pastor Mel Hileman and the Healing Waters Praise Team.
• HonorBound Men’s FREE Fellowship Breakfast, 9-11 a.m. Oct. 11 in the Multi-Purpose Room. Contact Mark Peyton at 412-389-8142.
• Women of Excellence, 6:30-9 p.m. Oct. 13 in the Multi-Purpose Room, led by Pastor Sue Willis. Light refreshments, fellowship, the Word and table talk.
For more information, call 412-835-8900 or visit www.southhillsassembly.org.
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. Louise de Marillac Church, Upper St. Clair, adult Bible study programs are underway.
• “The Book of Genesis” Catholic Scripture Study, 10 a.m. Wednesdays for 28 weeks. Cost is $45 for materials.
• “Our Father’s Plan: Study of Salvation History,” based on Scott Hahn’s EWTN series, 10 a.m. Thursdays for 24 weeks. Cost is $15 for materials.
• “The Bible Timeline: The Story of Salvation,” led by Fr. Larry Adams, 7 p.m. Thursdays for 24 weeks. Cost is $45 for materials.
Registration required at www.stlouisedemarillac.org. For more information, call Janet MacDonald at 724-249-3949 or the parish office at 412-833-1010.
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, email office@ststephenpittsburgh.org or visit www.ststephenpittsburgh.org.
At Westminster Presbyterian Church, Upper St. Clair, a Blessing of the Pets will be held at 2 p.m. Oct. 5 in the north parking lot. All people-friendly pets and their owners are welcome. For more information, visit www.westminster-church.org or call 412-835-6630.