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A weekly newsletter to keep you informed.
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| CURRENT & UPCOMING EVENTS |
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COMBINED SERVICE AND LABOR DAY PICNIC
THIS SUNDAY at 10:30am will be a combined worship service (all other regular services cancelled Labor Day weekend), followed by a picnic in the lawn with activities for the kids. Drinks & burgers will be provided; please bring a salad, side dish or desert to share.
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A SABBATICAL REPORT FROM PASOR GEOFF
Click here for an update from Pastor Geoff's time away on sabbatical. Printed versions are available on the information tables of the church.
SIGN LANGUAGE CHOIR
The new sign language choir is open to teens and adults interested in praising the Lord through sign language and music. We will meet at 5:45pm in the Lecture Hall Thurs. Sept., 4. The choir is led by Laurel Echavarria, Nella Matthews, and Kelly Nan, performing occasionally at the 9am service. Please come for pizza as we get acquainted, learn some sign language and discuss our vision for this group.
9AM SPECIAL MUSIC
Please join us at the 9am service Sept. 7 for special music by St. Stephen's jazz quartet with Justyn Terry, Michael Nan, Bob Breen and Darryl Mielke.
SHEPHERD'S HEART DINNER
Dinner will be held Sept. 7. Please meet in the church parking lot at 2:30pm. Any questions call Jeff Guiler at 412-364-0181.
ST. STEPHEN'S CHILDREN'S CHOIR
Rehearsals begin Tues. Sept., 9 from 4:30-5:15pm in the choir room. Open to ages 6-11. The Children's choir performs monthly at the 9am service during the school year. Contact Kelly Nan at the church with questions.
COMMUNITY BIBLE STUDY BEGINS SEPTEMBER 11!
Register now for the 2014-2015 class study of the Gospel of Luke. CBS runs through mid-May, meeting every Thursday from 9:15 to 11:15 am in Grace Commons. We welcome women of all ages, denominations and knowledge levels, and feature an excellent children's program! Registration forms available at the information tables. Call Susie Chimera at 412-299-6657 to learn more.
SUNDAY NIGHT EVENSONG BEGINS SEPT. 14!
Evensong is coming back on Sunday nights from 6 -7pm in the Sanctuary. The evenings include a candlelit service, worshipful singing, prayer, and teaching.
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.
KEITH & KRISTYN GETTY CONCERT
The Getty concert is October 1st at 7pm in Grace Commons. Tickets are $25 each or group rated (10 or more) for $20 each. They're available to purchase at the Getty information table between services, in the Book Corner (now accepting credit cards!), at the receptionist's desk during the week and online here. Lots of volunteers are needed to help make this a successful event! If you can volunteer some of your time, please contact Stephanie Barravecchio.
THE BIG CHILI COOK-OFF!
We're looking for a chili recipe to serve at the 150th Celebration picnic on Oct. 5! Bring a pot of your chili Sept. 24 when the winning recipe will be chosen. Recipes due Sept. 15. Contact Julie McCormick at 412-741-4448 for details.
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 are looking for help to run the sound at our worship services. If you are interested and skilled in this area (training will be provided), please contact Kyle Harrington.
THE BOOK CORNER HAS A NEW LOOK!
Come peruse a new book in a comfortable chair or snuggle with your little ones in our Children's Corner on a bean bag built for two. We are now accepting all major credit cards and will happily order your small group materials for you. Remember, all proceeds are used to help those in need through our People Helpers Ministry!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT CHRISTY HOUSE
The Christy House volunteers want YOU! Come enjoy the fellowship while serving our Lord! Are you a waitress or a dishwasher? Do you love to bake cookies? Email Cheryl Epperson or call 412-264-5979 to get involved!
EARTHLY TREASURES - DONATIONS NEEDED
Earthly Treasures is looking for donations of household articles such as dishes, glassware, home d�cor, etc. in nice condition. Please leave items in the Christy House at the doors of Earthly Treasures. All proceeds are a gift to various ministries and missions particularly those involving the needs of women and children.
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.
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AFTER SCHOOL KIDS COMMUNITY BIBLE STUDY NOW REGISTERING FOR FALL!
After School Kids (A.S.K.) has opened registration and will be studying "Chosen to be a Leader (1 & 2 Samuel)". The fall term begins Sept. 8 and run through Nov. 24, meeting Mondays from 3:45 - 5:30 pm at St. Stephen's Church. A.S.K is part of the Student Branch of Community Bible Study, an inter-denominational Bible study ministry. Kids grades K-5, of all denominations and knowledge levels are welcome. Brochures and registration forms are available at the St. Stephen's information tables and at sewickleyask.cbsclass.org. If you would like to learn more, you can call Nancy Turk, Teaching Director, 412-417-7886 or email here.
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY DONATION SUNDAY
Have you ever wondered how many boxes of Goldfish crackers it takes to feed a children's Ministry program for a year?! Here's your chance to find out! This Sunday we're collecting supplies for the school year of Children's Ministry and asking for donations of Kleenex, glue sticks, Cheerios and the ever popular Goldfish. See our table to get your "ticket" to donate.
REGISTRATION FOR CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
If you have a child age 0 through 5th grade, register your child at the Children's Ministry table this Sunday for a new year of programs, or here.
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KALAHARI WATER PARK
Do you remember sliding down a tube at 73.6 MPH with water splashing you in the face? If you have forgotten that feeling, come to Kalahari and bring a friend on Nov 1-2. The Cost is $90 and includes all but 1 meal, lodging, and two day at the water park. Deadline is Oct. 26 to register.
WEDNESDAY WAFFELS
Every Wednesday beginning Sept. 10 after school until 4:30, we will meet at the Henning House to eat amazing waffles and hang out with friends!!
PULSE
Every Sunday evening, beginning Sept. 7, middle school students and high school students are invited to the Henning House from 6-8pm for fellowship, games, a snack, and a Christ centered message. Our goal is to develop healthy relationships with peers, and to emphasize the importance of a right relationship with God.
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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.
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SIDE BY SIDE - SINGLE MOM'S MINISTRY
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The Boutique is open Mondays 6:30pm - 8:30pm and Friday 9:30am - 11 am.
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MEN'S BASKETBALL
All men 18 & up are invited to play basketball in the church parking lot, Thursday nights in August from 6:30 - 8pm.
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 Joshua. Contact the church for more details!
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MOMMY MEET-UP
Join in the first meeting of the Fall on Sept. 12 when Hope Diggins presents "How to Raise Kids with Character." We meet in the Henning House at 9:30am. Mommy Meet-up is a group for moms of young children. Any questions, please contact Amy Kelly.
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BROKEN RELATIONSHIPS
Are you struggling with the impact of a relationship that is or was broken? From spouses, to friends, to family members, recovering from relationships that have ended is a long and difficult process. Join us Wed. Sept.,10 as Ginger Stage, licensed psychologist and SSC member, helps us heal from the impact of broken relationships. Topics to be covered include: the nature of the grieving process and how to navigate it well; questions that plague or promote growth; putting loss to good use; learning how to trust again, and a God who loves -really? The evening begins with dinner at 6 in the Christy House. You must register before Sept. 5 by calling the church or emailing [email protected].
WOMEN'S KICKOFF EVENT WITH SARAH BRAY
All women are invited to the Annual Fall Kickoff Event at 9:30am on Sat. Sept., 13 in Grace Commons. God called Sarah to leave her home and her job and to trust in Him alone for provision. Come listen to her story of obedience as she shares lessons learned from her year of homelessness. The morning includes breakfast and Salud juice bar. There is no charge, but registration is required and a free will offering will be taken. Look for our table after the service on Aug. 31 and Sept. 7 or call the church office. Seating will be assigned this year so feel free to register as an individual or with others.
TUESDAY BIBLE STUDY
Join us as we begin our study of David on Sept. 9. We meet at 10:30am in the Lecture Hall. Each week stands on its own, so come when you are able!
WEDNESDAY EVENING CLASSES OFFERED
Embracing Purpose
Do you want to find, love and live your purpose? To discover and then live out the life God has called you to? Then join us on Wednesday nights this fall for our new class "Embracing Purpose." Look for our table after the service to register Aug. 31, Sept. 7 and 14. You must pre-register by Sept. 14 to take this class. There is a $20 charge for workbooks, payable at the time of registration; scholarships available. Classes begin Sept. 17. Class time is 7-8:30pm.
Beth Moore - Children of the Day
Join us on Wednesday nights this fall as we work our way through "Children of the Day", Beth Moore's newest study on 1and 2 Thessalonians. Classes begin Sept. 17. Look for our table after the service to register Aug. 31, Sept. 7 and 14. You must pre-register by Sept. 14 to take this class. There is a workbook charge of $18, payable at the time of registration. Scholarships available. Class time is 7 -8:30pm.
THURSDAY DINNER GROUP RETURNS SEPTEMBER 11
Are you a woman on your own? Of any age or station in life? Then Thursday Dinner Group is for you! TDG welcomes all single women to join us for a monthly evening of dinner, fellowship and teaching. This year, our theme is "The God of All Comfort and Strength - Lessons from the Psalms." We provide a delicious home cooked dinner ($3 charge) beginning at 6pm with seating at friendly and welcoming community tables followed by a teaching time at 7pm. Our speakers for September are Molly Henning and Peggy Noll. Reservations are required by Sept. 8. To register, call the church or email [email protected].
**Please contact Julie McCormick with questions for any women's classes offered above.
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WEEKLY SCRIPTURE LESSON - Ephesians 6:5-9
Slaves, obey your earthly masters with respect and fear, and with sincerity of heart, just as you would obey Christ. Obey them not only to win their favor when their eye is on you, but as slaves of Christ, doing the will of God from your heart. Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not people, because you know that the Lord will reward each one for whatever good they do, whether they are slave or free. And masters, treat your slaves in the same way. Do not threaten them, since you know that he who is both their Master and yours is in heaven, and there is no favoritism with him.
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WORSHIP SERVICE
THE TWELFTH 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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| 6:00 PM - SUNDAY, BEGINS SEPT. 14! |
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405 Frederick Avenue, Sewickley, PA 15143 - 412-741-1790
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