Weekly Announcements

For Friday, March 6, 2026

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Churchwide News

  • Sunday School for all ages this Sunday from 10:15-11 AM. See your bulletin on Sunday mornings for locations.

  • Visit the hallway Connections Spot on Sunday mornings for further information on current activities here at FPC. 

  • Daylight Savings Time! Remember to move your clocks forward 1 hour this Saturday night, March 7.

  • See all that is coming to FPC this Lenten Season - just click here.

  • Chili Cookoff Fundraiser THIS SATURDAY by the Cub Scouts - Plan to come out and support Cub Scout Den 406 from noon-3 here at FPC. $5 per person to eat, and there will also be raffles at the event. Come out, enjoy, and pick a winner! This event raises funds for camps, merit badge related supplies and fees to grow the kids with experiences and opportunities.   

  • NEW Mission Moments - get to know our missionaries! Articles can be found in FPC’s weekly emails. Or view at fpcbeaver.com/missionmoments.

  • Jeremiah’s Ordination Service - Join us Sunday, March 22, 3 PM in the Sanctuary. A reception will follow in the Commons. 

  • Family Game and Soup Night! Plan to join us on Saturday, March 21, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. A great opportunity to connect with your church family, enjoy delicious soups, play games, and share lots of laughs. Learn more at fpcbeaver.com/events.

  • Order Easter Flowers - These are in Memory of and In Honor of loved ones, to adorn our worship spaces on Easter Sunday. Deadline is March 22. There are forms at the Connections Spot or order online at fpcbeaver.com/events.

  • Holy Week services:

    Maundy Thursday, April 2, 6 PM, Fellowship Hall

    Good Friday, April 3, 7:30 PM, Sanctuary

    Easter Sunday, April 5

       8 AM Sanctuary Service

       9 AM Fellowship Hall Service

       10 AM Commons Easter Bread Breakfast  

       11:15 AM Sanctuary Service

  • The Journey of Jesus: You’re invited to join us in journeying through events that brought Jesus to the cross. This will be set up in the Commons on April 1 from 12-2 PM & 6:30-8:30 PM, April 2 from 12-2 PM & 4-6 PM, and April 3 from 12-2 PM, 6-7 PM & 8-9 PM. (right after the Good Friday Service). Details at fpcbeaver.com/events. 

  • Blessings Through Adoption is in need of gift card donations for the Bingo Fundraiser on April 25. If you have some unused ones from Christmas, or would like to purchase new, any would be appreciated. Please drop off to the church office. Contact Kathleen Finkbeiner (kathleenfink97@yahoo.com) with questions. And be sure to mark your calendar for this fun event on April 25, from 3-6 PM right here at FPC!

  • 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 to 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!

  • Associate Pastor of Care for FPC: The position is now being advertised, and we are receiving applications. Please continue to pray for wisdom and discernment for our search team as we seek the person God is calling to serve in this important role. See the position description from our website fpcbeaver.com/careers. 

  • FPC is hiring a Contemporary Worship Director for the for the 9 AM service. See fpcbeaver.com/careers. 

  • FPC participates in Beaver School District's Backpack Program. Throughout the school year we help in 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.

  • 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.

  • Join us for Sunday School this Sunday, from 10:15-11 AM. See your Sunday bulletin for locations. View the class descriptions for the Adult Term III Sunday School.

  • Prime Timers 4th Annual Birthday Bash - All are welcome on Friday, March 20, 5:30-8 PM, in Fellowship Hall. Celebrating everybody’s birthday! Dinner, cake, fellowship and games! Details and sign up at fpcbeaver.com/events. Or notify Lucinda (lpelka@fpcbeaver.com or text/call 724-622-5579). Registration helpful – not required.

  • Mens Breakfast! All men are invited to join us the morning of Saturday, March 21, in the Commons from 7:30-9 AM. Enjoy a delicious breakfast and fellowship time with other men. Get signed up online at fpcbeaver.com/events. 

  • Lenten Prayer Groups for men and women - you can still join a small group to seek the Lord in prayer and grow together in aligning our hearts with His will. Sign up for a location/time at the Connections Spot or online at fpcbeaver.com/events. Questions for women’s groups, email fpcwomen@fpcbeaver.com and for men’s groups, email jstauffer@fpcbeaver.com.

  • Summer Internships - FPC is now hiring Summer Interns to serve in Children’s and Student Discipleship Ministry. Come join our team for an exciting opportunity to serve, grow and learn. Go to fpcbeaver.com/careers. Application deadline is March 31.

  • Parents! Deacons are offering scholarships for children attending Christian summer camps, regardless of financial status. For details and to apply, visit fpcbeaver.com/events. If you want to give to help support this ministry, please give to the church and designate your donation for the Deacons fund.

  • Haven of Hope is a gathering of people praying for the prodigals in their lives. Whatever the reason for our loved ones moving away from God is, we want to keep praying for God’s intervention in their lives and His wisdom for us as we stand in the gap and love them with grace and wisdom. “And He told them a parable to the effect that they ought always to pray and not lose heart” Luke 18:1. This is held every 4th Wednesday, 7-8:30 PM, in various homes. You can still join! If you are interested in joining us or have questions, click here. Or call Nita Dempsey (724-513-5055) or Terry Dempsey (412-855-4156).  

  • 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! 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, on Sundays mornings, 10:15-11 AM

    Grades 9-12 on 3rd floor

    Grades 6-8 girls, Room 202

    Grades 6-8 boys, Room 204

  • High School Youth Group (grades 9-12) this Sunday, 6:45-8:45 PM. Come for an evening of fellowship, games and spending time in God’s word. Bring a friend! 

  • High Schoolers: Sign ups for our annual mission trip with the Philadelphia Project are now open! Join us as we go and serve the community of Philadelphia together on July 19-25! See the registration with more info at fpcbeaver.com/events. Deadline coming next Sunday, 3/15!

  • Middle School Youth Group (grades 6-8) this Wednesday, 6:45-8:30 PM. Come for an evening of fellowship, games and spending time in God’s word. Bring a friend!

  • Make sure to register your student(s) for ministry and check off all parental release info by clicking here.

  • Remember to always join us on Remind

    Stay connected - Remind codes are:

    High School @fpchsyg25

    Middle School @fpcmsyg25

  • Sunday School, 10:15-11 AM, see locations on your Sunday bulletin.

  • SPARKS (K-2nd), Mondays 4.30-5.30 PM. Meet us in the Fellowship Hall for play, Music time and our new Bible study for this semester on selected Psalms. This week we will learn from Psalm 23 that God is our Shepherd and that He gives us peace even in hard times.

  • QUEST (3rd-5th), Thursdays 6.30-8 PM. Join us for games, snack, Bible lesson & small group time. This week we are looking at Peter’s call to preach to the Gentiles. Even though people may be different in many ways, we will discover that the Holy Spirit breaks down barriers.

  • Parents! Deacons are offering scholarships for children attending Christian summer camps, regardless of financial status. For details and to apply, visit fpcbeaver.com/events. If you want to give to help support this ministry, please give to the church and designate your donation for the Deacons fund.

Children’s Information