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A weekly newsletter to keep you informed.
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| CURRENT & UPCOMING EVENTS |
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SEPTEMBER CONSTANT COMPASSION - MULCH NEEDED!
A large amount of mulch is needed to make our playground meet safety standards! Please consider helping by donating any amount of money to cover the cost of delivering and spreading the mulch. Any amount that you feel called to give will help to keep our fireflies, MMO, and Noah's Ark children protected while on the playground. Thank you for loving our kids!
SMALL GROUP CONNECT
Interested in joining a small group at St. Stephen's? Look for the information table after the 9 & 11:15 a.m. services on Sept. 21 and 28. or email Lauren Scharf.
BOOK DIALOGUE
All are invited to the first meeting of the season Fri. Sept., 19, 9:30 - 11:30am in the church library. Come prepared to tell us about your favorite reading from the summer, or any other beloved book, short story or poem!
MEMBERSHIP CLASS
Class will be held Sat., Sept. 20, 8:30am to noon in the church lobby. Contact Lauren Scharf or call the church to register.
PRAYER SHAWL MEETING
The Prayer Shawl Meeting will be held Sept., 20 from 10am - Noon in the Laura Robertson Room. Call Annette Moulton at 412-741-5876 with any questions.
IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO SUBMITT YOUR CHILI RECIPIE!
We're looking for an award-winning recipe for the 150th Celebration! Submit your recipe by Sept. 22 to Julie McCormick. We'll choose the top 5. If your recipe is selected you'll be asked to prepare a batch for the Great SSC Staff Taste Test Wed., Sept. 24. The winning recipe will be used for the 150th picnic on Oct. 5.
HOMECOMING CHOIR
We welcome any past choir members to sing with the choir Sun. Oct., 5 for the 150th anniversary service. First rehearsal is Thurs. Sept., 25 at 7:30pm in the choir room.
YOUNG ADULTS FLANNEL FEST
Kick off the year at the second annual flannel-themed cookout at Steve Palmer's house (325 Henry Avenue, Sewickley), Fri., Sept. 26, at 6:30 pm. The 20s-30s crowd is invited to wear your favorite flannel or plaid apparel. We'll enjoy food, meet other young adults, and hear about the ministry. Email Steve Palmer with questions. Invite your friends!
KEITH & KRISTYN GETTY CONCERT - LESS THAN TWO WEEKS AWAY!
With just two weeks away, ticket sales for the Getty Concert on Oct.,1 at 7pm in Grace Commons are over half way sold out! You won't want to miss this amazing evening, as we kick off St. Stephen's 150th Anniversary Celebration. Tickets are $25 each or group rated (10 or more) for $20 each. They can be purchased at the church, through the church website (Online Giving) or online here. We are anticipating a sell out - so reserve your seating today! Lots of volunteers are needed to help make this a successful event! If you can volunteer some of your time, please contact Stephanie Barravecchio.
150TH CELEBRATION WEEKEND WORSHIP SERVICE SCHEDULE 
Sat. Oct., 4 � 6pm - Grace Commons
Sun. Oct., 5 � 7:45am - Sanctuary
Sun. Oct., 5 � 10:30am - Grace Commons (Followed by an "Old Fashioned" Community Picnic with good autumn chili, old fashioned games for kids, popcorn, cotton candy, the North Allegheny Fiddlers and our own jazz quartet!)
Sun. Oct. 5 � 6pm - Sanctuary
If you're able, please consider parking offsite (at the Car Barn Shop, or the Library) to allow space for visitors on Sunday.
GRIEFSHARE - A GRIEF SUPPORT MINISTRY
Resumes Oct., 7 at 7pm in the church library. If you've lost a loved one recently, or in the past, we'd love to have you join. We also extend a warm welcome to those who've lost children during pregnancy or shortly after birth for a special time of support and encouragement. Call the church with questions or to register.
CHRISTIAN FAITH & SAME-SEX ATTRACTION CONFERENCE
This conference about finding paths to ministry is held at Trinity School for Ministry in Ambridge on Oct. 10 to11. For more info & to register, click here.
CELEBRATE BY DONATING A CROSS
As part of St. Stephen's 150th Celebration, we are creating a display of crosses along the lobby bulkhead. We are asking individuals and families to donate a cross (purchased or homemade), to be permanently hung for display. Crosses are now available for purchase at the Book Corner (now accepting credit cards)! You could also give a cross in honor or in memory of someone. Please pick up a form on the information tables with cross specifications. Please contact the church with any questions.
ACOLYTES WANTED!
If your child (6th grade or higher) is interested in serving as an acolyte during the 9am service, please call Pastor Bill at the church, 412-741-1790.
AUDIO TECHNICIANS NEEDED
We're looking for Audio Technicians to join our team and help facilitate the sound at our various worship services and events. Prior experience not required, training will be provided. If you're interested in this area, please contact Kyle Harrington.
ONLINE GIVING AVAILABLE
If you are interested in giving online, please visit the "Online Giving" page of our church website. Click here for a direct link! You have the ability to give safe and secure one time gifts, set up reoccurring gifts, schedule a future gift and view your giving history. Any questions, please contact our Finance Director, Stephanie DeSimone.
PHOTOGRAPHER VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
We have many wonderful events that take place throughout the year at St. Stephen's and we need volunteers for a photography team. If you are interested in this area and would be willing to take pictures periodically, contact Chelsea Harrington at the church.
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REGISTRATION FOR CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
If you have a child age 0 through 5th grade, register your child for a new year of programs by clicking here!
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HS & MS PULSE: SUNDAYS 6-8PM
High School students gather at the church in the main sanctuary for worship before an evening of talking about life in Christ and having fun. Middle School students gather at the Henning House for a great evening of games, time with friends, and learning about God. Pick-up for both will be at the Henning House.
MS WAFFLE WEDNESDAYS: AFTER SCHOOL TIL 4:30PM
After school on Wednesdays, MS students from all schools are invited to the Henning House to hang out with friends and eat some gourmet waffles!
HS BONFIRE, SAT. SEPT. 20
Come relax with friends and eat s'mores at the Fetterolfs' Dundee Farm from 7:30-10pm. Meet at Dundee Farm, and contact Todd for directions.
SUNDAY SCHOOL: SUNDAYS 10:15-11AM
HS students will gather on the 2nd floor and MS on the 1st floor of the Henning House to sit under the word and learn what the Bible has to say to us today!
GIRLS' BIBLE STUDIES: TUESDAYS 7-8PM
HS girls meet at the Henning House on the 1st floor. MS girls meet at the Zimmermans' house.
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ADULT EDUCATION - Begins Sept. 7!
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(Adult-Ed is offered Sunday Mornings from 10:15-11:15 am, beginning Sept. 7)
CHRISTIANITY 101
Back to the Basics! Class will be held in the Laura Robertson Room, led by Lauren Scharf. Perhaps you are new to the Christian faith or maybe you have been around
a while and now feel it's too late to start asking the basic questions. Come for a time
of teaching, open conversation and discussion about these basics of the faith.
No embarrassment. In this class we will discuss:
- The Bible - What it is and how'd we get it?
- The Church - What are we trying to do here anyway?
- Jesus - How exactly does his death save us again?
- The Christian Life - What am I supposed to do other than come to church?
1 & 2 SAMUEL STUDY
This interactive study resumes Sept. 7 in the Lecture Hall led by Bruce Newell.
"SECRETS OF THE VINE" by Bruce Wilkinson - Begins Oct. 12
Why does Jesus call himself the "Vine"? Why are we the "Branches"? What does Jesus mean for us to "bear fruit"? What does Jesus mean about being "pruned"? Come learn what God the "vine dresser" teaches about living a life of abundance in John 15:1-8! Class will be led by Pastor Bill and Chris Lightcap and meets in the library from 10:15 - 11:05am. Books can be purchased in the Book Corner. Any questions please contact Pastor Bill Henry. |
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SIDE BY SIDE - SINGLE MOM'S MINISTRY
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BOUTIQUE OPEN
We offer free, high quality clothing for children on Mondays from 6:30-8:00pm and Fridays from 9:30-11:30am. The boutique is open to all single moms.
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MEN'S MORNING BIBLE STUDIES
Have you considered joining a morning Bible Study? We offer three - Friday's studying the New Testament, Saturday's the Apostle John, and Monday's the book of 1 Corinthians. Contact the church for more details!
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CHRISTY HOUSE
The Christy House serves lunch in a beautiful Victorian setting on Fridays from 11:30 - 1:30. Enjoy fellowship along with homemade soups, salads, bread, beverage and yummy cookies for $10. Come early to shop in the Needles Eye (new) and Earthly Treasures (gently used) gift shops. Our profits support local women and children's ministries. RSVP 412-741-5960 on Fridays after 9:30. Reservations are opened for our special Octoberfest Lunch on Oct. 3.
CHRISTY HOUSE - FLOWERS ON FRIDAYS
A simple bouquet of fresh flowers on each table provides an extra touch of beauty for our guests to enjoy. We welcome anyone who would find pleasure in putting these together, on occasion, for our luncheons on Fridays. Sound like fun? Spark an interest? Contact Mary Lucas at 412-766-4909.
TUESDAY BIBLE STUDY
Join us on Tuesdays for a study of David - Warrior, Poet, King; A Prophetic Vision of Christ. Throughout the fall we will be looking at the life of David and the Psalms. If you want to deepen your appreciation and understanding of Christ and His work on your behalf, this is the study for you. No prior Bible knowledge needed to be part of this class. We meet at 10:30am in the Lecture Hall. Each week stands on its own, so come when you are able. Newcomers always welcome.
SAVE THE DATE - ANNUAL CHRISTMAS BRUNCH
Are you looking for a way to introduce a friend to St. Stephens Church? Mark your calendars now as Cinde Rawn and Threads of Hope return Sat., Dec. 6 at 9:30am to the Edgeworth Club - A great outreach opportunity as Cinde shares the Hope of the Gospel and the work of this amazing micro financing organization.
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WEEKLY SCRIPTURE LESSON - Matthew 20:1-6
"For the kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out early in the morning to hire workers for his vineyard. He agreed to pay them a denarius[a] for the day and sent them into his vineyard. "About nine in the morning he went out and saw others standing in the marketplace doing nothing. He told them, 'You also go and work in my vineyard, and I will pay you whatever is right.' So they went. "He went out again about noon and about three in the afternoon and did the same thing. About five in the afternoon he went out and found still others standing around. He asked them, 'Why have you been standing here all day long doing nothing?'
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WORSHIP SERVICE
THE FIFTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
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6:00 PM - SATURDAY
Grace Commons - Communion
Geoff Chapman - Senior Pastor
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9:00 AM - SUNDAY
Sanctuary - Communion
Geoff Chapman - Senior Pastor
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7:45 AM - SUNDAY
Sanctuary - Communion
Geoff Chapman - Senior Pastor
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Grace Commons - Communion
Geoff Chapman - Senior Pastor
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405 Frederick Avenue, Sewickley, PA 15143 - 412-741-1790
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