Fellowship: Bible lessons, sensory-friendly services and more at Sewickley area churches
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Antioch Baptist Church
332 Elizabeth St., Sewickley. 412-741-7688. antiochfwbaptistsewickley.org.
Morning worship and praise service is at 10:45 a.m.
First Sunday Sunday School is at 9:30 a.m. First Friday virtual Bible study is at 7 p.m. A link is available via Pastor Dean’s Facebook page.
Beth Samuel Jewish Center
810 Kennedy Drive, Ambridge. 412-266-5238. bethsamuel.org.
Beth Samuel Jewish Center offers weekly Shabbat services, family services once a month and Kabbalat Shabbat services online once per month.
There is also Religious School every Sunday.
Additional events are as follows:
First Friday: Family Service at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary, followed by an Oneg in the social hall.
Shabbat Morning Services: Saturday mornings at 10 a.m. in the sanctuary, followed by a Kiddush in the social hall.
Kabbalat Shabbat Services: Usually on the third Friday of the month, at 7 p.m. on Zoom. Contact the office for the link. This get-together frequently includes a visiting musician, cantor, rabbi or other noteworthy guest.
Religious School: From preschool through bar-bat mitzvah, every Sunday morning on campus.
To learn more, call, go online or email bethsamuel office@comcast.net.
Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon
7501 Church Ave., Ben Avon. 412-761-1233. cpcba.squarespace.com.
Join us as we worship with our newly installed pastor, the Rev. Heather Shoenewolf, on Sunday mornings at 10:30.
We are a Matthew 25 church, gay-affirming and LGBTQ-friendly, and we support racial justice and equity.
Divine Redeemer Parish
200 Walnut St., Sewickley. 412-741-6650. divine-redeemer.com.
Divine Redeemer Parish celebrates weekend Masses at 4:30 p.m. Saturdays at St. James Church and 5 p.m. at St. Mary Church in Aleppo.
Sunday Masses are celebrated at 8 and 11 a.m. at St. James and 9:30 a.m. at St. Mary.
Weekday Masses and Adoration are celebrated as well. Check the website for Mass times and other information and events.
First Church of Christ, Scientist
222 Beaver St., Sewickley. 412-741-4552. christiansciencepgh.org.
Sunday morning services are held at 10:30 a.m. Join us for inspiration, peace and healing. Services include music, hymns and readings from the Bible and “Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures” by Mary Baker Eddy.
On Sunday, Dec. 1, join the church for Christmas carols and refreshments after the service.
For weekly Bible lessons, call 412-532-2222.
Grace Anglican Church
325 Church Lane, Edgeworth. 412-724-1676. edgeworthanglican.com.
Join the church Sunday morning for a traditional service of Holy Communion at 10:15 a.m. and on First Saturdays at 4 p.m. for a quiet contemplative service of prayer and Holy Communion. Morning Prayer services are every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at 8 a.m.
Little Hill United Methodist Church
2350 Magee Road Ext., Franklin Park. 412-741-4920.
Morning worship is at 10 a.m. Adult Sunday School takes place at 9 a.m. Holy Communion is every first Sunday of the month.
Sewickley Presbyterian Church
414 Grant St., Sewickley. 412-741-4550. sewickleypresby.org.
Sunday worship services are held at 8 a.m., 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. The 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. services are livestreamed.
Discipleship hour is at 10 a.m. on Sundays.
For a complete list of weekly groups and studies, visit the website.
Sewickley United Methodist Church
337 Broad St., Sewickley. 412- 741-9430. sewickleyumc.org.
The Sewickley United Methodist Church has two services each Sunday: 9 a.m. contemporary, featuring our praise band Leap of Faith; and 11 a.m. traditional, with nursery care and children’s ministries during both services.
The church is a reconciling congregation and openly welcomes all people.
St. Brendan’s Episcopal Church
Corner of Rochester and McAleer roads, Franklin Park. 412-364-5974. stbrendans.org.
St. Brendan’s is an open, welcoming and active church that holds in-person worship with Eucharist at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m. Sundays and 6 p.m. Wednesdays. Nursery coverage is available for children at the Sunday 10 o’clock service, which is livestreamed on YouTube.
The church holds a monthly Children’s Service at 10 a.m. on the fourth Sunday of each month, inviting young members to take part by reading and serving during the liturgy. On Dec. 22, the Christmas pageant will serve as the Children’s Service.
St. Brendan’s is seeking donations of stuffing mix, canned yams and other vegetables, cranberry sauce and biscuit mix. The foods will be distributed by the North Hills Food Bank.
The Justice Ministry is collecting gently used winter coats for the men and women helped through the Neighborhood Resilience Project in Pittsburgh. Gloves, mittens, hats and scarves are welcome as well. Donations may be brought to the church lobby.
The Book Club will meet on Dec. 2 at 1 p.m. in the library to discuss by “Tom Lake” by Ann Patchett. The novel is a story of quiet reflection about family life and the development of mature love.
Sticks and Strings, the parish crafts group for those who knit, crochet or embroider, continues to meet on the first Friday and third Wednesday of every month, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., in the church library.
Morning Prayer is offered at 8 a.m. Monday through Friday via Zoom. Bible Study is held at 11 a.m. Tuesdays via Zoom. Contact the office for links.
St. John’s Lutheran Church
1320 Church St., Ambridge. 724-266-5618. stjohnsambridge.org.
The congregation of St. John’s Lutheran Church will present a live outdoor Nativity on Dec.7 beginning at 5 p.m. and repeating every 20 minutes until the last presentation, which starts at 7:20 p.m. New additions to the cast include live animals such as donkeys, camel, sheep, goats and cattle.
The dining room, serving authentic German food, will be open from 3-7:30 p.m. The public is invited to join.
The historic church building will be open to the public and guided tours will be offered from 2-7:20 p.m.
In addition, Old Economy Village will be hosting Christmas at the Village. The event takes place at the beautifully decorated, candlelit 19th century village and will feature local musical performances and holiday lights, along with kids’ crafts and activities, and the opportunity to meet Belsnickel, the Pennsylvania Dutch Santa Claus.
St. Luke the Evangelist Parish
2586 Wexford Bayne Road, Franklin Park. saintluke.net.
Single adults over the age of 21 are invited to join ASPIRE (Adult Single People: Inspiring, Relating, Evolving) Ministry for a light meal on Dec. 13 at 6:30 p.m. Spiritual director Karen Lehman, ME, will offer a presentation entitled “Gratitude.” Lehman is a former Pittsburgh diocesan educator and previously a Sister of Divine Providence. This event will provide time for discussion and fellowship. Please register at saintluke.net/aspire-events.
Every month, Saint Luke the Evangelist hosts a sensory-friendly Mass for those who may find it challenging to attend a typical Sunday Liturgy. This Mass is intentionally designed to lessen environmental stimulus to provide a prayerful, welcoming and non-judgmental worship experience for everyone in the parish. Families with small children, individuals with Autism, asthma, ADHD, sensory processing disorder, Down’s Syndrome, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and adults with dementia and Alzheimer’s can worship in an environment that respects their individuality and lovingly incorporates them as accepted and celebrated members of the parish community. While it is geared toward people with sensory issues, all people are welcome to attend this Mass.
St. Matthews AME Zion Church
Corner of Walnut and Thorn streets, Sewickley. 412-742-4239.
Services at 10:30 a.m. Sundays. Visit the YouTube channel, @StmatthewsAmez1862, where services are streamed.
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
616 Washington St., Sewickley. 412-741-8484.
Sunday worship is at 10 a.m.; Sunday school at 9 a.m. Weekly Bible study is at 10 a.m. Tuesdays at the Edgeworth Eat’n Park.
The Kids’ Community Closet is a “free-cycle” community space to share kids’ clothes (birth through size 14/16). All clothing is free and in good, very gently used condition — some items still have tags on. There are no applications, income requirements, or donations necessary.
The Kids’ Community Closet is located at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and is open 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday, and noon to 2:30 p.m. every Tuesday.
St. Stephen’s Anglican Church
405 Frederick Ave., Sewickley. 412-741-1790. ststephenschurch.net.
Regular weekend services are held Sundays at 8 a.m., 9:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Groups, classes and events for all ages including Bible Studies, single mom’s groups, memory loss support group, GriefShare, and men’s and women’s service groups. Sunday morning children’s programming is available for birth through fifth grade. Visit ststephenschurc.net/weekend-children to learn more about our events and resources for parents.
Join the church on Dec. 4 for the annual Christmas Carnival from 6-8 p.m. New this year is pizza for purchase. Come enjoy a night of festivities including crafts, games, hot cocoa bar, and popcorn bar — and don’t forget to visit the photo booth!
Joining in Sewickley Borough’s Light up Night on Dec. 6, the Henning House (Broad Street side of church campus) will be open from 5-9 p.m. offering a festive craft for all ages, hot chocolate and (a limited number) of light sabers for the kiddos. All are welcome to stop by.
Gray Matter Roundtable is a fellowship opportunity for those who are retired (or nearing retirement) to strengthen community with each other and with our broader St. Stephen’s family. The group meets on the last Wednesday of every month (1:30 – 3 p.m.) with the specific intent to connect with, learn from and serve one another. Call the church to register.
Triumph Church
1293 Mt. Nebo Road, Ohio Twp. 412-630-8204. triumph1293.org.
Sunday worship is at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday evening online Bible study takes place at 6:30 p.m. (contact the church for Zoom information).
The angel tree provides gifts for teenagers up to age 18 and serves the children of Crisis Center North. The last day to submit a gift is Dec. 8.
Youth night is every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.
An online bible study takes place on Wednesdays at 6 p.m. with Pastor Craig Giles. Visit the website for the Zoom link and password. A senior ministry bible study is held in person and online on Fridays at 10:30 a.m.
Volunteers are needed for the fourth Friday of every month for Triumph’s food distribution. From 2-4 p.m. volunteers will set up and package food and from 5-7 p.m., volunteers will distribute and breakdown the set up. Visit the website to sign up.
To have your church or place of worship’s upcoming events listed in the Sewickley Herald, email information to Katie Green, kgreen@triblive.com.