Religion: Week of Aug. 16
At Bethany Lutheran Church, Bethel Park, summer worship services will be at 11:15 a.m. Sundays, through Sept. 3. For more information, call 412-835-9221.
At the Bible Chapel, McMurray, registration is open for Moms Together. Each meeting includes a light meal, presentation and small group support in a fun atmosphere of authentic community, personal growth, practical help, and spiritual hope. Visit bible chapel.org for campus locations, meeting times and registration.
• Bocce and Pizza for men will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Aug. 18. Players will be matched up for teams of two. Cost is $5. Register online.
• Special Needs Respite, 6 to 8 p.m. Aug. 25. A time of fun and fellowship for children with special needs, while their families enjoy a time of rest and rejuvenation. To register or volunteer, visit biblechapel.org/events.
• Tender Shephard Preschool is accepting registrations for the 2017-18 school year. Morning and afternoon sessions are available for children ages 3-5 on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Visit the website for more information.
For more information, visit biblechapel.org.
At Center Presbyterian Church, McMurray, Sunday morning service begins at 9:30 a.m.
• Preschool has a few openings for ages 2-5 beginning in September.
For more information, call 724-941-9050.
At Hamilton Presbyterian Church, Bethel Park, a Bible study entitled “The Armor of God” by Priscilla Shirer will be offered at 10 a.m. Sept. 12 and at 7 p.m. Sept. 13. This seven-week study deals with the invisible war that rages around us and helps us to develop a personalized strategy to secure victory. To register, call 412-884-2722.
At Mt. Lebanon Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Fired-up Friday, a drop-off program, is held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. the first Friday of each month for kids in kindergarten through fifth grade. Activities include laser tag, dodgeball, face painting, snacks, crafts, a movie, games and prizes while learning about Jesus. Preregister one time only at MLEPC.org. Email Ashley Gardner, Children’s Ministry director, at agardner@mlepc.org. For more information, visit www.mlepc.org.
At South Hills Assembly of God, Bethel Park, Gospel Women Prayer Group, a prayer and fellowship group, meets at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 31.
• International School of Ministry (ISOM) 1st trimester classes will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. beginning Sept. 2. Enjoy great teaching from internationally known preachers and Bible teachers. Earn a degree ($65 per trimester) or audit any class for free. Register now so books can be ordered.
For more information, call 412-835-8900 or visit www.southhillsag.org.
At St. Bernard Parish, Mt. Lebanon, the next Bible study session is entitled: “James: Pearls for Wise Living” by Jeff Cavins and Sarah Christmyer. It is geared toward anyone who has struggled to live a truly Christian life, and offers practical solutions for handling everyday circumstances. It will be held in Clairvaux Hall from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays, Sept. 11-Nov. 20. Fee is $22 if paid by Sept. 5; $25 after Sept. 6. For more information or to schedule a ride, contact Julianna at 412-531-0559 or jmdhaag@hotmail.com.