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Confirmation

Confirmation

This Sunday, during the 11 am service, we celebrate our 2019 Confirmation Class as they are Confirmed:  Winston Clifford, Benjamin Heinzl, David McCombs, Sean McCombs, Victoria Reardon, and Madeline Sollinger.

Ushers Needed

Ushers Needed

Volunteers are needed to serve as usher during the 11 am service this Sunday as well as March 17 and 24. 

Ash Wednesday Dinner and Worship

Ash Wednesday Dinner and Worship

Ash Wednesday dinner and worship will be observed on Wednesday, March 6, at SUMC, when we come together with St. Matthew’s AME Zion Church. The evening will begin with our traditional meatless meal at 6 pm; please bring a meatless side dish or salad to share. Fish and macaroni and cheese will be provided. The service will begin at 7 pm.

Disability Awareness Sunday

Disability Awareness Sunday

Special Offering – February 17th – This special offering helps promote awareness issues and supports Western PA Conference ministries that provide opportunities for fuller inclusion of people with disabilities.

Human Relations Sunday – January 20, 2019 – Special Offering

Human Relations Sunday – January 20, 2019 – Special Offering

Human Relations Day calls United Methodists to recognize the right of all God’s children in realizing their potential as human beings in relationship with one another. The special offering benefits neighborhood ministries through Community Developers, community advocacy through United Methodist Voluntary Services, and work with at-risk teens through the Youth Offender Rehabilitation Program.

5th Sunday

5th Sunday

Sunday, December 30, is a 5th Sunday. When there is a 5th Sunday in a month, it is our chance to give extra to help pay down the principal on the sanctuary loan, which is currently at $182,336.44.

Children’s Christmas Pageant

Children’s Christmas Pageant

The children’s christmas pageant is this Sunday, December 16, during both services. Come enjoy an “Incredible Christmas” starring the children in our church family.

Christmas Pageant

Christmas Pageant

Kids 5th grade and younger! Join us to be a part of An Incredible Christmas for our kids pageant this year. We will be practicing on Sundays, 1-2 pm on December 2 & 9.

Christmas Poinsettias

Christmas Poinsettias

If you would like to order any poinsettias to adorn the chancel for Christmas, orders are due THIS SUNDAY. You may order by completing this form or the form found in the back of the sanctuary. If you purchase a poinsettia, you will be able to take it home after the Traditional Service on Christmas Eve.

Thanksgiving Service

Thanksgiving Service

A Thanksgiving worship service will be held this Sunday evening at 6:30 pm in the sanctuary.

Christmas Pageant

Christmas Pageant

Kids! Join us to be a part of An Incredible Christmas for our kids pageant this year.

Fall Back

Fall Back

Don’t forget, we return to Standard Time Saturday night. Set your clocks “back” so you don’t come to church too early on Sunday.

Calling All Kids

Calling All Kids

Wear your costumes to church this Sunday! During both services, there will be an opportunity for the kids to Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF.

Blessing of the Animals

Blessing of the Animals

On October 14th, at either service, your well-behaved pets on a leash or in a carrier may receive a blessing.

Local Heroes Celebration

Local Heroes Celebration

Please join us on Sunday, September 9, at the 11 am Traditional Service as we celebrate our local heroes.

Diversity Service

Diversity Service

We want the LGBTQ+ community to know that they are beloved children of God and a cherished part of our church family. Please join us as we celebrate Pride Month with a special Diversity Service Sunday evening, June 24th, at 6:00.

Ushers Needed

Ushers Needed

Volunteers are needed to serve as ushers during the 11 am service this Sunday (and beyond). Please respond with the dates you are available to volunteer your service!

Memorial Day Fellowship

Memorial Day Fellowship

This Sunday, May 27, we will observe Memorial Day, a time to remember fallen heroes & recognize our veterans and veterans of the Sewickley Valley.

Calling All Veterans

Calling All Veterans

We want to recognize you for your service and sacrifice on May 27. If we don’t have your photo, either in uniform or civilian clothes, please bring your photo to the office for scanning, or send it to secretary@sewickleyumc.org.