Here’s what’s happening in worship this week.
Worship Services
Journey Worship | Sunday, at 8:45 am
An interactive, energetic service for those seeking a fresh encounter with the gospel of Jesus Christ. Our theme this month is Back on Track. Pastor Patrice will preach.
Sanctuary Worship | Sunday, at 11 am
Our largest service, with music from the Chancel Choir and an organ prelude prior to the service. Pastor Randy will preach from Matthew 4:5–11, and his sermon will be titled “TED (Theologically Edifying Discourse) Talks: Political Temptations.” “TED Talks” will be a three-week sermon series by Pastor Randy.
Taizé Prayer Service | Wednesday, at 7 pm
An hour-long service including sung prayers; simple, beautiful music; a time of silence; spoken and silent prayers; and an opportunity for individual prayer and anointing. The Rev. Mary Lynn Callahan will lead this service of sung Taizé prayer. Stay afterward for Contemplative Prayer.
Christian Education Classes
We offer Christian Education classes for persons of all ages, from infancy through adulthood, on Sundays from 9:45–10:45 am. Click the links for adult class descriptions and children and youth offerings.
Contemporaries | Second Floor Parlor
Whom Do You Say I Am?
This year, we will pursue the challenge to work out our own theology. Mary Alice Lightle will lead us as we explore Jesus’ question through a bible drill and a list poem. Greet your friends and bring your breakfast.
Journey With Scripture | Second Floor Library
The Pharisees criticize Jesus: This fellow welcomes sinners and eats with them. The apostle Paul writes: I am grateful to Christ Jesus, our Lord, who has strengthened me, and appointed me to his service, even though I was formerly a person of violence. September’s readings describe a hospitable God who encourages us to take hold of a peace filled and just life. Join us as we reflect upon these Lectionary readings:
This week, our readings are Jeremiah 4:11–12, 22-28; Psalm 14; 1 Timothy 1:12–17; and Luke 15:1–10.
Seekers | Room 234
The Murals at St. Nicholas Church
St. Nicholas Catholic Church was built in Millvale, Pa., in 1900, for the Croatian immigrants who were coming to America to work in the steel mills and mines. Twenty five beautiful murals were painted on the sanctuary walls during the war years from 1937–1941. They use religious symbolism to dramatically depict social injustice and the horrors of war—from the experiences of the immigrants. These are indeed a Pittsburgh treasure.
Soul Food | Third Floor Music Room
Gathering Session
We will meet for an introduction to our new text, The Gift of Being Yourself, by David Benner. New participants are always welcome, and copies of the book will be available.
Young Adults | Pastor’s Conference Room
Prayer Time
Stop by the Rally Day festivities to get some breakfast, and to share some fellowship before connecting with other young adults for a biblical reflection and group prayer.