Religion: Week of July 5
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 for Upward Flag Football is underway. The program is designed to introduce young athletes to the game with a Christian focus. Practices start Aug. 7. Games begin Aug. 26, with the final game Oct. 14. Register at biblechapel.org/events.
• Israel Virtual Tour, 9 a.m. to noon July 8. Explore the history and culture of Jerusalem through a guided tour. Register for childcare and tour at biblechapel.org/events.
• Kids Sports Camp, 10 a.m. to noon July 10-14, for kids in grades K-5. Try a variety of sports. Bible lessons will be incorporated. Cost is $25. Download the mandatory waiver agreement and register at biblechapel.org.
At Center Presbyterian Church, McMurray, Centered Yoga is held at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays in the Gathering Place. All skill levels are welcome as certified teacher Jamie Ignatius will provide modifications for everyone based on ability. A donation of $10 is appreciated. For more information, visit center-church.org or call 724-941-9050.
At Christ United Methodist Church, Bethel Park, The Resilient: The Story of Esther, Ezra & Nehemiah will be offered from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays, through August. This summer Bible study series with Rev. Seth McPherson will explore the works near the end of the Old Testament timeline in their context and how they may speak to us today. For more information, visit www.christumc.net.
At Crossroads Church of Christ, located on Thomas Road in McMurray, Bible study for all ages begins at 9:30 a.m. Sunday (nursery available), followed by worship at 10:30 (nursery and cry room available).
• Life Connections, 5:30 p.m. Sundays. Participate in informal discussions with other Christians. Topics include “Becoming the Answer to Prayer” and “Exploring Christian Movies.” Food provided. Call for details. For more information, call Jay at 724-941-4942.
At Crossroads Ministries, Finleyville, “Clubhouse Kids” runs from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Wednesdays for children ages 3 through fifth grade. The evening includes high-energy worship, interactive games and crafts, and is free and open to all. For more information, call children’s ministry director Cortney Hodgson at 724-348-1620. For more information, visit www.crsmin.com.
At In His Presence Church, Venetia, Foundations of Honor, a special study series, is held at 7 p.m. Wednesday evenings. This teaching series is by well-known author and speaker Danny Silk. This week’s topic is Long-term Relationships: How to Make and Keep Them. For more information, visit ihpchurchpa.com.
At Mt. Lebanon Evangelical Presbyterian Church, “Lifted Up,” a free concert of sacred musical selections featuring the Mission Possible Choir and Full Orchestra, will be held at 7 p.m. July 19. A reception will follow the program.
• Summerfest will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. July 20 at Dormont Park. There will be food, live music and children’s activities.
For more information, visit www.mlepc.org.
At South Hills Assembly of God, Bethel Park, Men’s Fellowship Breakfast will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. July 8. Free breakfast, worship, prayer, conversation and uplifting speakers for men of all ages.
• Lunch Bunch Bible study and luncheon for adults, noon to 2 p.m. July 13. Cost of $6 includes lunch. RSVP by July 11.
• Wings of Eagles Motorcycle Ministry will meet and depart from the church at 9 a.m. July 15 and ride to McConnells Mill. For more information, call Tom at 412-716-6510.
For more information, call 412-835-8900 or visit www.southhillsag.org.
At Westminster Presbyterian Church, Upper St. Clair, Introduction to Ballet: Incorporating Faith and Dance will be held from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Saturdays, July 8-29. Children ages 3-5 will receive an introduction to ballet, which consists of short ballet barre, stretching and beginner ballet steps. At the end of each class children will hear and explore a short Bible verse that relates to class. Registration required.
• WROC Talk Presents: Lucinda Miller, author of “Anything but Simple: My Life as a Mennonite, 7 to 8 p.m. July 31. Free, but registration is required.
To register, visit wroc.westminster-church.org or call Kathy Long at 412-835-6630 ext. 200.