Weekly Announcements
For Friday, October 30, 2026
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Churchwide News
2 memorials for long-time loved FPC members:
Friends will be received for Pat Grim here at FPC, TODAY, Friday, October 30 from 9-11 AM. Funeral Service in the Sanctuary at 11 AM. followed by a luncheon. (Obituary here)
A Memorial Visitation for Norma McBride will be here at FPC on Tuesday, November 3 from 9-11 AM. (Obituary here)Visit the hallway Connections Spot on Sunday mornings for further information on current activities here at FPC.
Driver(s) needed for older member for our Sunday morning 9 AM service. Member lives 1 mile from church. Can you help? Contact Jeff Arnold, pastorjeffarnold@gmail.com.
The FIX YOUR FACE Campaign is underway! We are updating the church directory and you will want to update your photo at the Connections Spot. Learn more at fpcbeaver.com/events.
Operation Christmas Child 2026 is underway! OCC brings joy and hope to children in desperate situations around the world through gift-filled shoeboxes and the message of God’s true love. You can now pick up boxes in the hallway by the elevator. Info at fpcbeaver.com/events.
Food Drive 2026, Nov. 1-15: Together, we can provide holiday food boxes for families in our community. There are several ways you can help. Visit the Connections Spot for a list of most needed items to donate. (Click here for the list.) Or you can participate by giving online at fallfood26.givesmart.com. Food donation drop off will be in the hallway by the elevator.
All-Church Friendsgiving coming on Sunday, November 15, from 5-7 PM. Bring your favorite side dish or dessert to share. Plan ahead to join us for a special time of food, fellowship and music. Details and sign up at fpcbeaver.com/events.
Hodge Podge Sale coming soon! This sale by the Hodge Band is on Saturday, November 14, 9 AM–2 PM in Fellowship Hall. Antiques, collectibles, art, jewelry, vintage accessories and unique treasures will be for sale. Please leave any donations for this sale in the church office. More at fpcbeaver.com/events. Questions to Beth Borza.
Backpack Program! Better Together partners with BASD National Honor Society is again providing snacks & ready made meals for children in grades K-12, who are at risk for hunger over the weekends. Visit fpcbeaver.com/events for a donation list, or how to simply donate funds. Drop off weekly to the main office.
Security at FPC: As our security implementation has progressed, we could still use some volunteer security people on our teams. This would require about 1 1/2 hours per month during Sunday mornings. If you’d like more information, please contact Coordinator John Muslovski at jpmuslovski@gmail.com or Jeff at pastorjeffarnold@gmail.com.
9 AM Overflow Worship: Each Sunday, at our 9 AM Fellowship Hall service, we have overflow in our Commons. We’re looking for servant-hearted individuals/families who will voluntarily sign up, one Sunday per month. This helps create ample seating so we can continue to welcome newcomers into our Fellowship Hall Service each week. If you’re willing, go to fpcbeaver.com/events, Overflow Worship to sign up for a particular Sunday. If you’re running late and notice limited space, just head over to the Commons!
FPC is hiring a full time Director of Contemporary Worship & Worship Technology. Details and how to apply at fpcbeaver.com/careers.
The Welcome Home Ministry is an outreach helping provide furniture and resources to empower people to start over when they have experienced loss and hardship. We are currently in need of: bed frames, dressers, small dining tables, and small love seats. Contact Stephanie Boyd at the church (sboyd@fpcbeaver.com). To learn more on this ministry,visit fpcbeaver.com/welcomehome.
A ministry to our county: Community Home Rehabilitation Crew (CHRC). We intend to provide home repairs for individuals in our county. If you wish to be part of this volunteer ministry--handy or not--please head to our website for more information, to volunteer or to make a donation (CHRCrew.org). For questions or you're in need of a simple home repair, contact Dale Yakish (daleyakish@gmail.com) or Pastor Arnold (pastorjeffarnold@gmail.com).
If you or a loved one want the Pastoral Staff to know that you need care or a visit, email us at hospital@fpcbeaver.com. If you do not have access to email, contact the church office so that the pastor on call can be contacted.
Did you know that FPC has a Church App? Be sure to download it here. Just another great way to stay connected!
Stephen Ministers are waiting: Don’t struggle alone… Stephen Ministers are available to walk with you. Call 412-974-3168.
The FPC Deacons are here to help with needs. If you have a situation that you need help with, contact the church office or Trisha (412-496-3088 / trishagood@gmail.com).
Order flowers for worship: Reserve a date by signing up in the main office. Dates are honored on a first come/first serve basis. Please Note: refer to instructions on the clipboard in the office. Contact Lucinda Pelka (lpelka@fpcbeaver.com) with questions.
Please fill out our Pew Pads on Sunday mornings! We pass these around during offering time—please fill these out EVERY Sunday so we can be sure you stay current in our records and receive our mailings. Whether you are a member, regular attendee or a visitor - there is a lot going on here at FPC, we don’t want to miss anyone.
Sunday School for Adults: This Sunday morning (10:15-11) begins our Term II classes. You can preview these NEW class descriptions at fpcbeaver.com/events.
A Mental Health Webinar coming in a week! Dr. Amy Kelly will speak on "Seasonal Affective Disorder" (SAD) discussing what it is, what treatments are available and how family and friends can support loved ones who struggle with it. A Question and Answer time will also be available. While this is a FREE Webinar, registration is REQUIRED to receive the Zoom link to attend. Register at fpcbeaver.com/events.
Interested in becoming a Stephen Minister? As a Stephen Minister you’d be trained to provide one on one care with someone going through a life struggle. This is a listening ministry that shares Christ’s love and care to people in need. If interested and want to learn more, contact Kathy Davis at daviskbc@comcast.net.
Adult Information
Get plugged into a Small Group – This is an excellent opportunity to study scripture, pray with others and learn to live together in loving and caring communities. If you are not currently in a small group and would like to be in one as we come into the fall, we encourage you to register here. You can choose to register for a men’s, women’s, or co-ed group. Contact Jeremiah Stauffer with questions.
Men’s Ministry here at FPC! Get involved in a men’s discipleship group. You can sign up here and join in anytime!
Faith in Action always needs more volunteer drivers! NO requirement of how many rides you would need to provide - as this volunteer program is very flexible. Contact Carla McKrell at (814) 450-3985. Driving is mainly within Beaver and Brighton Twp. (Faith in Action is a special ministry that provides rides to older citizens who are shut in. Generally, these rides are provided for those 60 and over.)
Looking for Greeters for 11 AM service - An easy and rewarding way to serve with a smile. If you’re already here on Sunday mornings – why not bring joy by welcoming congregants into worship. It is a once-a-month opportunity to serve. Contact Lucinda (lpelka@fpcbeaver.com).
Student Information
High School & Middle School:
Sunday School, 10:15-11 AM. Middle School girls in Room 204, and boys have changed to Room 200. All High Schoolers on the 3rd Floor.
High Schoolers (9th-12th grade) Youth Group is tonight, 6:45-8:45 PM. Come for an evening of fellowship, games and spending time in God’s word.
High Schoolers make note: November 15, instead of regular Youth Group, we’ll join the church for Friendsgiving at 5 PM. We will stay until 8:30 to play one of our favorite games in the dark.
High Schoolers also mark your calendars for our High School Lock In November 20-21! We will be staying at the church for a night of fun, fellowship, and worship together!
Middle Schoolers (6th-8th grade) Youth Group on Wednesdays, 6:45-8:30 PM. Join us for an evening of fellowship, games and spending time in God’s word.
Fall student registration now at fpcbeaver.com/events.
Make sure to register your student(s) for ministry and check off all parental release info by clicking here.
Sunday School, 10:15-11 AM. Children in grades PreK through 5th are collecting offering to support the National Honor Society Backpack Program at BASD this ministry year.
SPARKS (K-2nd), Mondays 4:30-5:30 PM. Meet us in the Fellowship Hall for play, Music time and Bible study. This week we will look at the story of MIRIAM, as part of our “Kids of the Bible” study. As we learn about Miriam protecting and caring for her baby brother, we will learn that God made all of us to be smart, capable helpers, no matter how young.
QUEST (3rd-5th), Thursdays 6:30-8 PM. Join us for games, snack, Bible lesson & small group time. As we continue this week to follow the story of Jacob and Esau, we will learn that GOD RESTORES.
A detailed calendar & student registration at fpcbeaver.com.
Children’s Information
The 2026 FALL/WINTER calendar is linked here.
Make sure to register your child(ren) for ministries and check off all parental release info by clicking here.