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St. Paul's UMC
Weekly Update
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April 14 - Knowing God
Preaching: Pastor Amy
8:30 am Service of Word & Table
9:30 am Classes/Groups for All Ages
10:30 am Confirmation Sunday + Livestream
6:00 pm Wholeness & Healing Service
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Confirmation Sunday
Please join us in celebrating the Confirmation Class of 2024 this Sunday, April 14 at 10:30 am.
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Donations Urgently Needed
Together, we can make a difference! Several of St. Paul’s partner organizations have requested urgent financial assistance to meet immediate needs in our own community, and globally. While none of us can respond to every need, together we can share the love of God with those who are struggling by offering our financial and prayer support. Please give as you are able in response to the following:
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NHCO is supporting individuals and families in Millvale, Etna and surrounding areas who experienced recent flooding. Cash donations are most needed currently. You can make a donation directly to NHCO (NHCO.org/donate) or through St. Paul’s, noting “NHCO Flood Response.” In addition, the already low NHCO food pantries are in need of food donations as they provide for those displaced by flooding. Especially needed are hearty or condensed soups, canned tomatoes, peanut butter, pasta sauce, baked beans, canned chili, canned pasta such as ravioli, and cereal. Donations can be dropped off at NHCO (M-F, 9:00 am-4:00 pm), in the St. Paul’s Ministry Center in Wesley Hall, or you can shop directly from their Amazon Wishlist.
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The Eastbrook Mission Barn, which is part of the UMCOR (United Methodist Committee on Relief) disaster response network, distributed 60 flood cleaning buckets to NHCO this week to help with the local flood response, and hundreds more to other nearby communities. They are now urgently in need of donations of supplies and/or completed cleaning bucket kits to replenish their stock. Click here for information about what to include. Supply donations and/or completed kits may be brought to the Ministry Center in Wesley Hall or the church office, or delivered directly to the Mission Barn. Financial donations may be made through St. Paul’s, marked “Mission Barn Cleaning Buckets, Advance #002009BF.”
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The Nyadire Connection (TNC) is requesting financial donations in response to a severe drought that is impacting the Country of Zimbabwe, leaving many without enough food. TNC partner churches, including St. Paul’s, have set a goal of raising a total of $100,000 by May 31, in order to provide basic food supplies for 350 families who live and work at the Nyadire Mission from June through December 2024. A contribution of $41 will provide a month of food for one family of 5 (or $287 for the full 6 months). Donate today (note that the donation is for “Nyadire Hunger Relief”), or through St. Paul’s, with your donation marked “Nyadire Hunger Relief.”
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Spring Work Day
Please join the St Paul’s Trustees tomorrow, Saturday, April 13 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm for a spring work day to clean up the church grounds and Faith’s Chapel in the Woods. (Yes, we're still planning to work outside and your help is needed!!) Bring shovels, rakes, pruning shears, work gloves, etc. There will be tasks for all ages and skill levels. Come early for coffee and donuts at 8:30 am. Please bring your own coffee mug and/or water bottle. We look forward to seeing you!
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In This Together
Parenting through Challenges will meet tomorrow, Saturday, April 13 at 10:00 am in the Library/Resource Center (note a date change for April).
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Discover St. Paul’s
All who would like to learn more about the St. Paul’s congregation and ministries are invited to attend. We will meet three times, on April 14, 21 & 28, in the Chapel during the Sunday School hour at 9:30 am. New members will be received during worship services on Sunday, May 5.
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Community Supported Agriculture
St. Paul’s will serve as a CSA pickup location for Tiny Seed Farm this June through October 15 on Tuesdays from 3:00-8:00 pm. Use promo code “Extra Week” through April 14 for a free extra week of vegetables!
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Appreciation Brunch
The No Mission Impossible Club (NoMIC) will be hosting a brunch to thank all who have supported their missions by volunteering, donating, praying, and in every other way throughout the year! Please join us on Sunday, April 21 in George Crooks Dining Area immediately following the 10:30 am service. RSVPs are needed to be sure we prepare enough food for everyone!
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General Conference
Please continue to pray for The United Methodist General Conference, gathering in Charlotte, NC beginning April 23. This week, we are praying especially for those in leadership: bishops who will preside at the Conference, and the team who organizes the event. More information is available on the WPAUMC website where you can also subscribe to a General Conference specific eNews. Learn more about how delegates are selected and what they do here.
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Family Night
Come on Friday, April 19 from 6:00-8:00 pm in George Crooks Dining Area to help with final NoMIC Appreciation Brunch preparations! Families with children of all ages are welcome. Please note we will not be offering dinner, but if helpful for your schedule, you are welcome to bring your own to eat here.
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Sunday School
For the remainder of the season, children’s classes (age 4 through 5th grade) will meet together as a community for weekly lessons and hands-on fun! All 9:30 am classes/groups for children, youth, and adults will continue through May 19.
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Fishing & Picnic
Families are invited on Wednesday, April 24 from 5:30 pm - dusk at the North Park Latrobe Pavillion.
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Vacation Bible School & Creative Arts Camp: June 17-21
All children entering Kindergarten through entering 6th Grade are welcome. Register today! Many volunteer opportunities are available and help is needed! Please contact Erin Soza for details.
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Pastor’s Bible Study: Colossians
Wednesdays, April 17 and May 1, 8, 22, and 29
Join at 9:00 am in-person in New Horizons, or 7:30 pm on Zoom (contact Pastor Karen for a link). Come explore the new life we are called to live in Jesus Christ! All are welcome! Bring your Bible! Note: we’ll have a picnic off-site on April 24 (contact Pastor Karen for details), and we will not meet on May 15.
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North Hills Handbell Festival
Enjoy a public concert in Fellowship Hall on Saturday, April 27 at 5:30 pm. Admission: $5 at the door.
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United Women in Faith Spring Meeting
The United Women in Faith (UWF) will be hosting their annual spring meeting on Monday, April 29 from 7:00-9:00 pm in George Crooks Dining Area. We invite all women and men to attend to learn more about Living in Liberty (LIL). The mission of LIL is to restore dignity, freedom, and a new life to victims of commercial sexual exploitation by creating a safe, secure, loving, and nurturing community where healing occurs, and a new life begins. LIL’s Awareness and Prevention Team continue to educate people through their presentations about sex trafficking. They have opened Care Centers in the Strip District and in Homewood. They also provide hygiene bags to women and others that are in need. Please come and hear Elizabeth Echevarria’s inspired story of how she started LIL, and how you can help this important cause.
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Summer Epistle
Our next Epistle will be available on Pentecost Sunday, May 19, and will highlight ministries from mid-May through August. Please submit materials to Carla Porterfield by Tuesday, April 30.
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In This Together
Loss of a Parent grief education with Dr. Michele Reiss on Tuesday, April 30 from 7:00-9:00 pm.
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Abundant Wellness Ministry Lunch Bunch
Bring a bagged lunch and join us on May 1 from 12:00-1:30 pm in the Wesley Rooms for conversation, fun, and fellowship. We'll share ideas for healthy aging and offer short gentle movement activities, such as mindful walking and Qi Gong. All are welcome and activities are geared to any level of fitness. For more information, please contact Rosemary Hanrahan or Dianne Buirge.
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Anchorpoint Counseling Ministry Celebration of Hope Gala
We would would love to show our support for the excellent work of Anchorpoint Counseling Ministry by filling a Gala table with St. Paul’s people on Thursday, May 2 from 5:00-9:00 pm at LeMont Restaurant! Tickets are $150, and this investment will provide direct help and services to neighbors who are uninsured, underinsured, or under-resourced. This year’s Gala will feature Christy Porter and honor Suzanne Alexander. For more information, please visit https://anchorpoint.org/gala, or contact Diane Zebrine or Pastor Karen.
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End Gun Violence Advocacy Day
St. Paul's Working for Justice (WFJ) will be traveling to Harrisburg to participate in CeaseFirePA's Advocacy Day to End Gun Violence on May 7. The group will be meeting with legislators and participating in advocacy discussions related to ending community violence via firearms. Click here for more information and to register. For questions and to arrange travel with others from St. Paul's, contact WFJ Chairperson Michael DiMonte.
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Pittsburgh Mandolin Orchestra Concert
The Pittsburgh Mandolin Orchestra invites you to their spring concert on Saturday, May 11 at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary. $15 for general admission, $12 for seniors, and children under the age of 12 are free. Tickets are available online or at the door.
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St. Paul’s Concert Series: Deanna Witkowski Trio
Join us for sacred jazz music on Sunday, May 19, 3:00 pm. Admission by freewill offering.
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Chancel Flowers
Please sign up by the Tuesday before the weekend of your choice. Arrangements are $47.
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Church Office Hours
Monday - Thursday, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm, Friday by appointment
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We are Blessed by a Full Building of Ministry
Please continue to enter through the main church entrance (Wesley Hall) for worship and Sunday morning ministries. As a security measure, other entrances will remain locked.
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Video Recording and Photography
Those in the sanctuary and throughout the building may appear on camera, and we may use these images in print or electronic media and on our weekly livestream. Contact the church office if you wish to opt out from having your picture shared.
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