Upcoming Events

Mr. Rogers Sermon Series

Sunday, September 10th, 17th, and 24th

Not only a Pittsburgh icon, Fred Rogers was an ordained minister and is a notable public figure whose work around peace and reconciliation are worth remembering. Please join us as we begin this three week sermon series next week on September 10th. There will be a Community Lunch following morning worship as we close the series on the third Sunday, September 24th.

Church Council Meeting

Thursday, September 21st from 6:30-8:00pm in the Calvary UMC Chapel

All committee chairs are asked to have their reports ready.

Community Lunch & Fall Kickoff Ice Cream Social with a Family Volunteer Activity

Sunday, September 24th following morning worship in the Calvary UMC Fellowship Hall

Join us for a Community Lunch and Ice Cream Social as we kick off Fall in Methodist style—with food! We will also be making Blessing Bags with the children led by our Children’s Ministry Leaders—Megan and Brittany. We will be collecting supplies during the month of September to make the blessing bags. Please see today’s announcements for further details on what we are collecting.

World Communion Sunday — “Breads from around the world!”

Sunday, October 1st during Fellowship in the Calvary UMC Chapel

Please join us during our normal Fellowship Time following morning worship as we continue our celebration of World Communion Sunday with a sampling of breads from around the world! Included with this “Bread Bar” aka “Carb City” we will also enjoy an array of spreads, jellies, and jams. YUM!!!

Family Fall Fest — A Children’s Ministry Event

Saturday, October 28th from 2:00-4:00pm at Calvary UMC

We will have crafts, pumpkin painting, and games, and possibly Trunk-or-Treat depending on the number of cars that sign up. More details to come!

Parents Night Out — A Children’s Ministry Event

Saturday, December 2nd from 6:00-9:00pm in the Calvary UMC Chapel

We will do Christmas activities, cookie decorating, crafts, games, and dinner. This will give parents time to finish shopping and be able to wrap presents. We will also have a Christmas Shop for kids to shop for parents. More details to come!

Weekly Calendar

Mondays

Sunday School
10:00-10:45am in the Presbytery (Across the street from Calvary)
Calvary offers two Sunday School Classes: (1) Ages 3-10, (2) Ages 11-15. Please meet up in the chapel and everyone will walk across the street together.

Choir Rehearsal
10:00-10:45am in the Calvary UMC Choir Loft
Calvary offers two Sunday School Classes: (1) Ages 3-10, (2) Ages 11-15. Please meet up in the chapel and everyone will walk across the street together.

Communion — First Sunday of Each Month
During Morning Worship in the Calvary UMC Sanctuary
On the first Sunday of each month, all are invited to the table of our Lord. The bread that we shared is gluten free that all might freely participate.

“Change Matters” Special Offering — First Sunday of Each Month
During Morning Worship in the Calvary UMC Sanctuary
During worship, our children will collect "change" because when there is lots of change together, we can make a difference. These gifts will be used to help the Women United in Faith to purchase food for Daily Bread.

Fellowship Following Morning Worship
Following Morning Worship in the Calvary UMC Chapel
Come to the chapel following morning worship for fellowship. You can sign up to serve or clean up on the bulletin board in the chapel.

Community Lunch Following Morning Worship — Last Sunday of Each Month
Following Morning Worship in the Calvary UMC Fellowship Hall
The luncheons will be held in the fellowship hall rather than the chapel and Mike Schnitgen will be preparing the food. Please join us as we begin this new monthly tradition of fellowship and welcoming our neighbors!

AA (NORTHSIDE SUNDAY NIGHTERS)
8:00pm in the Calvary Fellowship Hall

Mondays

Sleeping Bag Group
6:30pm in the Calvary UMC Fellowship Hall
The sleeping bags are made from recycled materials, packed with personal items such as toothpaste, shampoo, hats and gloves then distributed to nearby homeless shelters. There is plenty to do. No sewing experience needed. Questions? Please contact Terri Howell at trr_howell@yahoo.com or call 412-482-2211 with any questions.

Tuesdays

Exercise Class For All Ages
9:00am in the Calvary Chapel
There is an exercise class that meets every Tuesday and Thursday at 9:00am in the Calvary Chapel. The group uses the program "Grow Young Fitness". The program is targeted to "older adults", but great for people of all ages. If you have any questions contact Linda Ehrlich at laehrlich927@aol.com.

Choir Rehearsal
6:00-7:30pm in the Calvary UMC Choir Loft
Love Singing? Thinking About Joining The Choir?...Now is the perfect time to give it a try! No audition required! All are welcome! Please join us for singing, fellowship, and shenanigans!

Messiah Festival Choir Rehearsal
THIS GROUP WILL BEGIN MEETING ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3RD
7:30-9:00pm in the Calvary UMC Sanctuary

You don't have to be a member of Calvary to sing in the Messiah Choir. As always, please invite your friends and family to come sing with us too! It’s always a fun time, and no auditions are required. It’s a community event and we like to keep it low stress and encourage anyone and everyone to get involved! All voice parts are needed.

Wednesdays

Bible Study Led by Rev. Myles Bradley
THIS GROUP WILL BEGIN MEETING ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20TH
6:30pm in the Calvary UMC Chapel

“Father Abraham” will be the topic of a new Bible Study led by Rev. Myles Bradley on Wednesday evenings here at Calvary. The six week study will review the story in Genesis of the father of the Jewish people and the three faiths that are shared by his descendants. Everyone is invited to share in exploring the roots of our faith. We will meet at 6:30pm beginning Wednesday, September 20th and continue through October.

Thursdays

Exercise Class For All Ages
9:00am in the Calvary Chapel
There is an exercise class that meets every Tuesday and Thursday at 9:00am in the Calvary Chapel. The group uses the program "Grow Young Fitness". The program is targeted to "older adults", but great for people of all ages. If you have any questions contact Linda Ehrlich at laehrlich927@aol.com.

Women’s Bible Study
THIS GROUP WILL BEGIN MEETING ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH
10:00-11:00am in the Calvary UMC Parlor

Our Bible study is to resume on Thursdays beginning September 14th. This year's study will be: "Living Beyond Yourself: Exploring the Fruit of the Spirit" by Beth Moore. Beth Moore has an excitement and an exuberance for the Gospel and will involve you on an adventure into discovery and growth in the Spirit of the Lord.