Religion: Week of Oct. 25
At Bethany Lutheran Church, Bethel Park, a Diaper Drive is being held during the month of October to benefit South Hills Interfaith Movement (SHIM). Diapers, wipes and diaper cream may be dropped off to the church located at 5303 Madison Avenue (across from the Bethel Park Historical Society/Schoolhouse Arts Center). Donations will be accepted from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, or by calling 412-835-9221 to make an appointment.
At Bower Hill Community Church, 70 Moffett St., Mt. Lebanon, new Children’s Worship programming serves ages pre-K through high school. PreK (potty-trained) through second grade: children start in Sunday morning worship at 9:30 a.m. and are led to their classes after the children’s sermon. Third through fifth grade: children attend a Sunday school class designed to deepen their study of the Bible through interactive experiences. Meet in Room 203 at 9:30 a.m. Sixth through seventh grade: after Sunday service, older children are invited to the youth lounge (Room 113) for XP3 from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. Grades 6 and up: Sunday Night Live is held every second and fourth Sunday of each month from 6 to 8 p.m.
At Calvary Full Gospel Church, 538 Hickory Grade Road, Bridgeville, an in-depth look at the reality of Heaven will be offered at 10 a.m. Sundays, throughout the month of October. For more information, call 412-257-1707 or visit calvaryfullgospelchurch.org.
At Center Presbyterian Church, McMurray, the youth confirmation class has begun. Contact Kathi Spangenberg for details.
• Pumpkins are available at the church for $5, with all proceeds benefiting the South West Bethel Synod of Ethiopia’s Literacy Center.
• The chancel choir is seeking two members.
For more information, call the church at 724-941-9050.
At Mt. Lebanon Evangelical Presbyterian Church, corner of Washington and Scott roads, Pastor Carolyn Poteet (interim pastor) preaches on Paul’s letter to the Ephesians this fall. There will be small group discussion groups that will further explore the “Spiritual Riches” in the book of Ephesians using a study guide. These groups meet Sunday mornings, following the Family Fusion dinners, and at several other times and locations. Sign up using the online form on the website or call the church at 412-531-3387.
• 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. Preregister one time only online. Email Ashley Gardner, Children’s Ministry director, at agardner@mlepc.org with questions.
For more information, visit MLEPC.org or call 412-531-3387.
At Peters Creek Evangelical Presbyterian Church (meeting at St. David’s Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 905 E. McMurray Road, Venetia), Bible Study, is held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Beinhauers Community Room, McMurray. The evening begins with a meal followed by a study of the book “Simple Church” by Thom S. Rainer. For more information, visit www.peterscreekchurch.org.
• Reformation Sunday will be celebrated on Oct. 29. A bag piper will perform before the 11 a.m. Sunday service. There will be traditional Scottish refreshments following the service.
For more information, visit www.peterscreekchurch.org.
At Ruthfred Lutheran Church, 3401 South Park Road, Bethel Park, GriefShare is offered from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays, through Dec. 11. The 11-week grief support group is for those grieving the loss of a loved one. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required to assure ample supplies are ordered. To register, email Pastor Osier at pastorosier@ruthfred.org.
At St. Anne Parish, Castle Shannon, the six-week Adult Education Series “Prayer: Finding Intimacy with God” will be offered from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. or 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Thursdays, through Nov. 16. Cost is $25 per person with a guest free. Diocesan Enrichment Credit is available. To register, call 412-531-5964 or email stanneparish.com.
At St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church, 601 Boone Avenue, Canonsburg, the Ladies’ Altar Society will hold its Thanksgiving Bake Sale from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 18. Advance orders are being taken for nut, poppy and apricot rolls. Call 724-743-0231 by Oct. 29.
At South Hills Assembly of God, Bethel Park, Divorce Care support group, for those going through separation or divorce, meets at 7 p.m. Wednesdays in the library of Hillcrest Christian Academy, 2500 Bethel Church Road.
• Grief Share, 10 a.m. to noon or 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays, through Dec. 7, for those morning the loss of a loved one. This Bible-based support group and class consists of DVD teaching followed by discussion and sharing with others also on the grief journey. Join anytime and return for any missed classes. Registration fee of $15 includes a workbook.
• Children of Hillcrest Christian Academy will hold a Veterans Day program featuring a musical tribute to the armed forces at 9 a.m. Nov. 10.
For more information, call 412-835-8900 or visit www.southhillsag.org.
At St. Bernard Parish, Mt. Lebanon, the Bible study session entitled: “James: Pearls for Wise Living” by Jeff Cavins and Sarah Christmyer, is held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays, through Nov. 20, in Clairvaux Hall. It is geared toward anyone who has struggled to live a truly Christian life, and offers practical solutions for handling everyday circumstances. Fee is $25. For more information or to schedule a ride, contact Julianna at 412-531-0559 or jmdhaag@hotmail.com.
At St. Valentine’s Parish, Bethel Park, the 50th Anniversary Committee has planned a Jubilee Mass at 3 p.m. Nov. 19, celebrated by Bishop David A. Zubik. Following Mass, a dinner will be held in Frawley Hall.
At Trinity United Methodist Church, McMurray, a signed language worship service is offered at 9:30 a.m. Sundays.
At Westminster Presbyterian Church, Upper St. Clair, a Fall Festival Open House will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 5. Lunch is included.
• Westminster Book Group meets from noon to 1 p.m. Nov. 29. Discuss “The Case for Christ: A Journalist’s Personal Investigation of the Evidence for Jesus” by Lee Strobel. Bring a brown bag lunch. For more information, visit www.westminster-church.org or call 412-835-6630.