Religion: Week of March 22
At Bethel Presbyterian Church, located on Bethel Church Road, a program of dinner and choice of two studies will be offered Wednesdays, through March 29 and again on April 2. A light supper will be served at 6 p.m. The studies, which begin at 7 p.m., are the book study “Mudhouse Sabbath” and an animate video study exploring spiritual disciplines. A group discussion will follow. To make dinner and class reservations, call the church office at 412-835-0405 or visit www.bethelpresby.org.
At the Bible Chapel, McMurray, Understanding Youth Culture will be offered at 6:30 p.m. March 24 and 11:30 a.m. March 25 at the South Hills campus. This conference will help parents, teachers and other youth leaders understand the world of pre-teens and adolescents and point them to Christ. Led by Walt Mueller, founder and president of the Center for Parent and Youth Understanding, the conference fee includes all sessions on Friday and Saturday. There are no discounts for attending only one day, and participation in the entire two-day conference is encouraged. Childcare will be provided for ages 0-10. Cost is $10. Register at biblechapel.org.
At Center Presbyterian Church, McMurray, the Church Women United’s annual spring worship service and luncheon will be held at 11 a.m. April 4. Women are invited for fellowship, and to share in the needs of children, women and those in need. Guest speaker is Pastor Linda Mankey. For lunch reservations, call the church office at 724-941-9050 by March 28.
At Christ United Methodist Church, Bethel Park, a Lenten Prayer Vigil is offered on Wednesdays, through April 5. Sign up to join others in prayer each week at Christ Church or from your home. Topic: “Living Our Baptismal Calling.”
• GROWednesdays features dinner, fellowship and faith development for the entire family. Visit the website for more information and for a complete schedule.
• GriefShare, 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays, through April 5. “Your Journey from Mourning to Joy” is a 13-week program for those struggling with life after the death of a loved one. Registration and purchase of the workbook is mandatory. Cost of program and materials is $15. To register, call nurse Debbie Bates at 412-835-6621 ext. 127.
For more information, visit www.christumc.net.
At Emmanuel Lutheran Church, located on Pine Avenue in Castle Shannon, Community Lenten Lunches are held at noon every Wednesday during Lent. A light lunch follows at 12:30 p.m., and a $4 donation is requested to benefit St. Winifred’s food pantry. For more information, call the church at 412-531-1080, or email the office manager at EmmanuelLutheranCS@gmail.com.
At Hamilton Presbyterian Church, Bethel Park, a covered dish luncheon and worship service is held at noon every Wednesday during Lent. For more information, visit www.hamiltonpresbyterian.org or facebook.com/hamiltonpresbyterian.
At In His Presence Church, Venetia, a special study series called Foundations of Honor is held at 7 p.m. Wednesday evenings. This teaching series is by well-known author and speaker Danny Silk and gives insight into creating strong relationships in every area of our lives. This week’s topic is Long-term Relationships: How to Make and Keep Them. The church is located on Brookwood Road. For more information, visit ihpchurchpa.com.
At John McMillan Presbyterian Church, Bethel Park, a special set of two Sunday classes for elementary-aged children in grades 3-5 titled “He is Risen: The Story Behind Easter” will be held at 9:30 a.m. March 26 and April 2. The class will provide Biblically-based lessons about Christ’s journey and why we celebrate Easter. For more information, call 412-833-4704.
At Mt. Lebanon Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Family Fusion program for all ages is offered at 7 p.m. Wednesday evenings in Fellowship Hall. Children and youth groups are age appropriate. The seminary intern, using the book “Drama of Scripture,” leads the Young Adult Group. There is also a Single Mom’s Group. Small group adult Bible study will be using a study of “Four Great Loves.” Each lesson stands on its own, although it is best to participate in all eight classes. To reserve childcare, call 412-489-3746. For more information, call 412-531-3387 or visit mlepc.org.
At Our Lady of Grace Church, Scott, a Sacred Arts Competition/Exhibition will be held May 31-June 4. Artworks submitted for this juried exhibition are required to be in the Judeo-Christian Tradition. Cash prizes of $1,200 will be awarded. Deadline for entries is March 31. Artists interested in displaying their work may download the event brochure with the prospectus for the exhibition and entry form on the parish website at www.olgscott.org/apps/bbmessages/. To receive a brochure by mail, call 412-279-7070. The official festival program schedule featuring the art exhibition, live musicians and literary performances will be announced in early May.
At Peters Creek Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Pastor Brandt will offer a message series entitled “Parables for Lent” at 11 a.m. Sunday mornings in the Parish Hall at St. David’s Episcopal Church, located on East McMurray Road, Venetia. For more information, visit www.peterscreekchurch.org.
At Peters Creek United Presbyterian Church, located on Brookwood Road in Venetia, Living Stones, a Lenten lunch and Bible study that offers a video presentation of the steps of Jesus, is being offered at noon on Wednesdays, March 22, 29 and April 5. Rev. Louise Rogers and Rev. Don Austin will lead the study. For more information, call 724-942-3635 or email petersbrookwoodpres@gmail.com.
At South Hills Assembly of God, Bethel Park, a new session of GriefShare, led by Pastor Pat Sutton, meets from 10 a.m. to noon or from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays, through March 30. Find help for the grieving process through this Bible-based support group consisting of DVD teaching followed by discussion and sharing with others on the same journey. Join anytime and return for any missed classes. Registration fee of $15 includes a workbook.
• Gospel Women Prayer Group, a prayer and fellowship group led by Marge Kubany, meets at 6:30 p.m. March 30.
• The Alpha Course, 6 to 9:30 p.m. Fridays, through April 7. A free dinner is provided, with DVD teaching and small group discussion to introduce the basics of Christianity. Alpha is for everyone, especially those investigating Christianity, newcomers to the church, new Christians and those who want to learn more. Call to register.
For more information, visit www.southhillsassembly.org.
At St. Louise de Marillac Church, Upper St. Clair, Experience the Life in the Spirit seminars will be offered from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturdays, April 1 and 8 in the Bishop Leonard Room (downstairs). Empower your faith in Jesus and the Holy Spirit while re-affirming your commitment to the Lord. Mass will be offered at 9 a.m. on both Saturdays, prior to the seminars, in the church. The seminars are sponsored by God’s People of Praise Prayer Group. To register, contact Marilyn Hans at Marilyn_Hans@yahoo.com or 412-537-7667. For more information, call 412-833-1010.
At Westminster Presbyterian Church, Upper St. Clair, Thursday A.M. Bible Study – Gospel of John will be offered from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Thursdays, through April 6. Bring a Bible. Childcare is available by calling Tracey at 412-835-6630. For more information, visit www.westminster-church.org or call 412-835-6630.