Weekly Announcements

For Friday, December 12, 2025

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Churchwide News

  • Sunday School for all ages from 10:15-11 a.m. This Sunday is the last class in December. To preview Term II adult class descriptions, click here. We will be taking a Sunday School break, returning on January 4, 2026.

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

  • Love Your Neighbor Serve is TOMORROW! Join us on from 9-noon. We’re excited to partner with Inspired Hearts and Hands to help prepare for their Food Box and Christmas Outreach at their location in Cranberry. Get all the details and sign up at fpcbeaver.com/events. 

  • 2025 Advent Devotional continues. We are sending out daily emails with your devotions (there are 2 weeks left). All that currently receive the weekly email receive these each morning of Advent – if you’d still like to be added to that list, email Lucinda at lpelka@fpcbeaver.com. You can also find the full Advent Devo booklet from our website.

  • Make plans for our Christmas Eve Services:

    5 PM in the Sanctuary

    7 PM in Fellowship Hall

    7 PM in the Sanctuary

    (NO nursery for evening services) 

  • Advent at FPC! View the list of what is happening this Advent season from our website at fpcbeaver.com/advent.

  • Beaver County Choral Society’s December concert series is holding 3 concerts (beginning tomorrow night) - titled “All My Heart this Night Rejoices”. All are invited to attend. See a schedule on the bulletin board by the office or online at bvchoralsociety.org/events. 

  • Let’s Thank Pastor Ron! All are invited to celebrate on Sunday, Jan. 11, in Fellowship Hall. Drop in anytime between 3 to 6 PM to wish him well. A Card/Gift Table will be available. Or there will be a shared gift for those wishing to do so. You can give online at fpcbeaver.com/events, or drop a check off to the church office: check payable to FPC Beaver and designate “Ron’s gift”. Want to help? Any cookie bakers who would like to help sweeten our celebration for Pastor Ron, please call Sue Cutri at 724-816-4201. 

  • 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. NOTE: We are taking a break during the holidays. Donation drop off will begin again in 2026.

  • 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 from 10:15-11 AM. View the Adult Class descriptions for Term II online at fpcbeaver.com/events. This Sunday is the last class of 2025. New Adult January Term class descriptions coming soon to 
    fpcbeaver.com/events. 

  • Ligonier Camp registration is now open! You can register (with your deposit) before January 31 and get a limited edition camp T-shirt! Go to https://www.ligoniercamp.org/.

  • We’re now accepting end of the year gifts. You can give online at www.fpcbeaver.com. Dec. 30 is the 2025 giving end date.

    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 Ron Cepek at rcepek@fpcbeaver.com or 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 is still in need of 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, 10:15-11 AM (LAST classes of 2025 this Sunday, returning again on January 4, 2026)

    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) on Sunday
    evenings, from 6:45-8:45. Tonight we’re having our Alumni Night Christmas Party. We’re playing white elephant (so bring a $5-$10 gift) and then playing some games in the dark until 9:45. Any past Youth Group Alumni are welcome!

  • High Schoolers: Join us January 23-25 for our annual EPiC Retreat at Ligonier! You can register now at fpcbeaver.com/events, cost is $135. Deadline to register is January 8.

  • Registration for the 2026 Confirmation Class is now open. The class is open to anyone 9th-12th grade who hasn’t yet
    joined the church. It’s a great opportunity for students to explore their faith and what we believe together. For parents/students looking for further info, there will be short info sessions on December 14 at 8:30 AM and 12:20 PM in the round room.

  • 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. 

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

  • Winter/Spring MS calendar coming soon.

  • Winter/Spring HS calendar coming soon.

  • 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) on Mondays, 4:30-5:30 PM. Join us for our last SPARKS of the year. We will start in the Fellowship Hall, and then move to The Commons for our Christmas celebration. Wear your favorite Christmas attire.

  • QUEST (3rd-5th) Thursdays 6:30-8 PM. Join us for our last QUEST of the year. We will start in the Fellowship Hall, and then move to The Commons for our Christmas celebration. Wear your favorite Christmas attire. Get excited for our end of the semester auction, using your hard earned Mrs. Marion Moolah to bid on some fun items.

  • Ligonier Camp registration is open! You can register (with your deposit) before January 31 and get a limited edition camp T-shirt! Go to https://www.ligoniercamp.org/.

Children’s Information