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5467350-17145000Cross Roads Connections A monthly newsletter of the Cross Roads Presbyterian Church “Where Monroeville Meets Christ” 2310 Haymaker Road, Monroeville PA 15146 412-372-2226 Vol. 12 Issue 3March, 2020 Greetings,Friends the season of Lent is upon us and we have many opportunities to learn from one another and from God in the coming weeks. Lent is meant to be a time where we examine ourselves and the world around us as it is in the present, so that we might prepare ourselves to live as Easter people the rest of the year. It is meant to help us focus on the scriptures where Jesus is preparing his disciples for his death and for a new way of seeing God being present with us after Christ’s resurrection. Lent is time set aside to pray and study, listen and reflect— and we are going to do just that, in a few different ways!In March and April— I will be offering a Lenten focused study on a new book that helps us slow down and notice God in the every day. On Wednesday March 11, 18, 25 and April 1 from 10-11:30 am, anyone and everyone is invited to join me for conversation using the book, “Lent In Plain Sight: A Devotion Through Ten Objects.” -9525635000“In this devotion for the season of Lent, Jill J. Duffield draws readers attention to ten ordinary objects that Jesus would have encountered on his way to Jerusalem: dust, bread, the cross, coins, shoes, oil, coats, towels, thorns, and stones. In each object, readers will find meaning in the biblical account of Jesus final days. Each week, readers encounter a new object to consider through Scripture, prayer, and reflection. From Ash Wednesday to Easter, Lent in Plain Sight reminds Christians to open ourselves to the kingdom of God.”If you would like to join me and others for this time of reflection and conversation— please send me an email or text (sarahrobbins1025@ or 412.715.3207) so that we can make arrangements for you to have a book before we begin.The other way in which we are going to experience Lent together is through worship on Sunday mornings with some new voices, sharing with us how they see God at work in Pittsburgh and around the world. March 1 we will begin Lent and I will be preaching on Matthew 4— “Finding God In Our Ordinary Journey.”March 8— we will enjoy hearing from Rev. Laura Bentley Nusser, who is the organizing pastor of Sanctuary (a new faith community in Lawrenceville) and the Mission Development/Coordinator at Oakmont Presbyterian Church. March 15— we will be welcoming Rev. Brian Wallace, the associate minister for Pittsburgh Presbytery. March 22— on the fourth Sunday in Lent I will be preaching on John 9— “In the Recovery Phase”March 29— Ginny Cochenour and I will be finishing our retreat with the confirmation class at Camp Crestfield. Ralph Lowe has been invited to preach. Ralph is the new director of Justice Ministries for Pittsburgh Presbytery. Looking forward to see you and reflecting with you,Pastor Sarah A Prayer for the Beginning of Lent, by Kimberly Knowle-ZellerO Lord, here we are again.The season of Lent.That time of the year to dig deeperTo reach widerTo love stronger.The season of LentThat time to embrace deathTo walk towards the crossTo humble ourselvesTo pray, fast, and give our lives in service. The season of LentA time to give up or to take onA time to contemplate life and deathA time to face the realities of our broken worldA time to dance with the darkness.28511503810000-28067001905000The season of Lent.In these days be with us.Walk with us.Inspire us.Call us.Motivate us.In these days be with us.To serve our neighbors.To sing in community.To wrestle with your Word.To sit in the silence.O Lord, here we are again.I pray for your kingdom to comeFor peace to rule the dayFor wholeness to emergeI seek this peace for the world and pray I’ll find it in me.I know the days will seem long and the nights even longer.But you persisted for 40 days in the wildernessAnd so, too, will I persist.As you relentlessly love, may I relentlessly seek you.For this season of Lent and forever more. Come, Lord Jesus.I am here.Waiting.Hoping.Loving.Seeking you.Amen.One Great Hour of Sharing To Be ReceivedAround the world, millions of people lack access to sustainable food sources, clean water, sanitation, education, and opportunity. Received during the season of Lent, One Great Hour of Sharing is the single, largest way that Presbyterians come together every year to work for a better world — sharing God’s love with our neighbors-in-need around the world by providing relief from natural and human-caused disasters, food for the hungry, and support for the poor and oppressed. When you give, using the offering envelopes in the pew racks, your donations will go to help agencies like these: PRESBYTERIAN DISASTER ASSISTANCE (32%)Restore Streets to Live in: Works alongside communities as they recover and find hope after the devastation of natural or human-caused disasters and support for refugees. PRESBYTERIAN HUNGER PROGRAM (36%)Share your Bread with the Hungry: Takes action to alleviate hunger, care for creation, and address the systemic causes of poverty so all may be fed. SELF-DEVELOPMENT OF PEOPLE (32%)Loose the Bonds of Injustice: Partners with communities responding to their experiences of oppression, poverty and injustice and educates Presbyterians about the impact of these issues.16192510414000Deacons’ Sunday and BrunchJoin us on Sunday, March 22 as the Deacons assist in worship leadership and host the annual Deacons Brunch following worship. According to The Book of Order, “The office of Deacon as set forth in Scripture is one of sympathy, witness, and service after the example of Christ. Persons of spiritual character, honest repute, of exemplary lives, brotherly and sisterly love, warm sympathies, and sound judgment should be chosen for this office.” The deacons serve our community in many ways, including visiting our ill or shut in members every week with flowers from the Sanctuary and a bulletin from worship. They send greeting cards and care packages, they serve meals to the homeless and organize our Project Linus collection drives. A deacon will greet you every Sunday when you come to church and get to know who you are. They organize our Christmas Gift of the Fourth Wise Man program for our Food Pantry clients, and host a special brunch every March. Join us as we celebrate the ministry of deacons among us! 16192555499000Pastor Nominating Committee UpdateGreetings from the PNC!? We are on step 12 of 22 of the Pastor Search Process which is “receive and review PIFs” (Pastor Information Forms).? We are excited to announce that we have started interviewing candidates.? We ask that you continue to pray for the PNC and the candidates as we proceed through this step.? We will let you know when we have more news to share. Yours in Christ, PNC Members Children’s Ministries News-2330451778000LENT DevotionalFriends, all families in Children and Family Ministry will receive a Lenten devotional called Jerusalem Journey.? It is an easy daily family activity with short scripture readings, a short paragraph to read and a sticker to put on a large poster.? These will be available in the narthex. Please help yourself! If you can’t make it to church, these can be sent out to you as well. Just contact Pastor Lori!JAMJesus and Me4th- 6th grade youth groupMarch 11 6PM-8PMOur theme will be Lent.? What is Lent? What traditions happen in Lent?? And why are we having pancake races??!!? There will be games, dinner (pizza, fruit, dessert) and lots of fun! $5/suggested donation.JELLY Joyfully Exploring the Lord’s Love and You1st-3rd grade? March 18? 6PM-7PMJoin us for our new youth group for 1st-3rd graders!? Each month we will have a topical theme chosen from the kids’ devotional “Indescribable, 100 devotions about God and Science”.? Our next theme is “Holding It Together.”? What keeps our bodies from falling apart?? How does glue work? We will talk about and experiment with that sticky subject in March! There will be games and scripture and dessert!? $2/suggested donation.Aladdin Jr. at Trafford Middle School! March 22 2PMJoin us as we all sit together and enjoy Aladdin Jr.!? Sunday, March 22? at 2PM.?? Tickets are $7/person.? RSVP/turn in money to Pastor Lori by March 15. Palm Sunday Parade and Holy Week Celebration April 5 10AMAll families are asked to gather in the church parlor at 9:45 to prepare to lead our congregation in our Palm Sunday Parade at the beginning of the service!? Following the parade, all the students will be led upstairs for an all-ages time of activities and learning about Holy Week! Easter Egg Hunt April 5? 12PMWe will have a community Easter Egg Hunt? at Cross Roads!? All participants and parents will meet in the Sanctuary at 12PM.Easter Egg Hunt Planning VolunteersDo you have ideas for our Easter Egg Hunt in April?? We are looking for church members to help plan this community outreach event!? Please contact Pastor Lori 412-737-1412 (call/text).Teachers NeededTeachers and teaching assistants are needed for our preschool and elementary Sunday morning programs. We also need help in our nursery each Sunday morning. Please see the sign up sheets on the Children’s Ministry Board in the office hallway to volunteer to help nurture our children in their faith.-325755040386000?6355334000Vacation Bible School 2020Sitting here looking out my window?I keep daydreaming about summer.? I'm excited about the VBS coming and how much GOD is preparing us for it.? That being said, we are going to need many hands to make light work.? Have you thought about how you can help at VBS this summer?? We need you!? Sometime soon you will see in the pews a ticket, please take that ticket and?prayerfully?consider helping at VBS. There are many ways you can help: being a crew leader; helping in the kitchen; cutting out supplies at home; decorating; helping create the set; donating supplies and/or funds; and helping with the 4th of July float.? ?If God is calling you to volunteer in any way please fill out that ticket and return it to the ticket box outside Pastor Lori's office.? ? 51454059525000Thank you, Betsy Hughes??Join us for a Pine Springs Pizza PartyWednesday March 25, 6-8 PM.All are welcome at the Hugus House, 136 Saunders Station Road, Level Green Call, text (412) 889-9907 or email bergetta@Parents, kids, teenagers, and college kids are all welcome.? Learn how you can attend or even work for Pine Springs Camp. Mike Hurley, camp director, will show you a video, tell you all about camp, and answer any questions. Sarah will tell you all about the best parts of camp from a kid’s perspective.? We may even have a counselor there for those wanting to know about working at camp.??We will provide pizza, drinks and dessert.? For those who attend, your name is put in a hat to receive?a $50 gift card towards ing Up In Spring And Summer - Mark Your Calendars!Sunday worship at the Pittsburgh Zoo – May 3;Celebrate Summer VBS Kick Off Food Truck Night – June 3; Archery—June or July TBD;VBS—July 20-24;Sunday worship at Idlewild?- August 16.15240017907000Musical Theater Workshop PlannedDear Cross Roads Family,I am currently working on my Girl Scout Gold Award project (a leadership award). The objective of my Gold Award is a Musical Theater Workshop that I am planning and operating. The program will be open to students in grades 3 through 8 during the 2020 - 2021 school year. It will be held at Gateway High School on June 2, 3, 9, 10 and 12 from 6 to 8pm. The workshop will include lessons in acting, singing, and dancing as well as a culminating performance.?If you have students within the age range that are interested in attending or if you are interested in contributing your time or finances to support the outreach program, please contact me by email (mrheagold@) or phone (412-856-5787).Madelyn Rhea-26670019621500Food Pantry Easter DistributionThe Food Pantry will distribute an Easter meal to our client families, and we need your help! Donations are needed by Sunday, March 29 for our distribution on April 6 and 7. If you are able, please provide: Green and Yellow vegetablesApple sauceCanned fruitInstant specialty potatoesJell-O or pudding mixBrownie or specialty dessert mixCanned juiceCoffee, tea or hot cocoa-952506731000Adult Education For March Faith Works 269557572263000March 1 and March 8 – Our Visiting Professor Series is pleased to welcome Rev Dr. Steven Tuell, the James A. Kelso?Professor of Hebrew and Old Testament at Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, for a two-part series on the prophets. After studying at West Virginia Wesleyan College and Princeton Theological Seminary, the Rev. Dr. Steven Tuell earned his Ph.D. in Hebrew Bible at Union Theological Seminary in Virginia. He taught at Erskine College, S.C. and Randolph-Macon College, Va., receiving numerous awards for teaching excellence. Tuell’s particular research interests?are?biblical prophecy, particularly the book of Ezekiel and the Book of the Twelve.. An ordained elder in The United Methodist Church, Tuell has served churches in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia, and Virginia. He and his wife, Wendy, have three adult sons. March 15 and 22 – Our friend David Anderson will lead our Faith Works classes for these two weeks, on a topic that is sure to be interesting! March 29 and April 5 – As we conclude Lent, the Year of the Bible class will once again merge with Faith Works for a look at the Scriptures for these days. These classes will stand alone and you will be able to join in even if you haven’t done the readings. Year of the Bible 2020Are you committed to reading God’s Word in 2020? Participants in the Year of the Bible have completed Genesis and Exodus, and will finish Leviticus for March 1. We’ve already read through Matthew, and will complete the book of Acts this month. It’s not too late to join in! Our reading plan for March is listed below. All are welcome at 9:00 Sunday mornings in the church parlor. Note that on the last Sunday of March and the first Sunday in April, we will combine with the Faith Works Class in Fellowship Hall for a larger discussion. All are welcome! March 1 Leviticus 19-27, Numbers 1-5, Psalm 23-25, Acts 11-15March 8 Numbers 6-19, Acts 16-19, Psalm 26-29March 15 Numbers 20-33, Acts 20-24, Psalm 30-31March 22 Numbers 34-36, Deuteronomy 1-11, Acts 25-28, Romans 1, Psalm 32-33March 29Deuteronomy 12-26, Romans 2-6, Psalm 34-35April 5 Deuteronomy 27-34, Joshua 1-7,Romans 7-11, Psalm 36-37Upcoming Events at Cross RoadsFaith and Fiction Book ClubMarch 1571505842000Our Faith and Fiction book club will meet on Sunday, March 1 at 7:00 p.m. in the church parlor to discuss The Little Paris Bookshop by?Nina George. For April, we will be reading The Silent Patient by?Alex Michaelides.All are welcome to join our discussions.-3810020066000Men’s DinnerMarch 10Don’t miss the monthly Men’s Dinner on Tuesday, March 10. Our presenter is Ray Adams, an author, photographer and teacher. This is a return appearance by Ray, but on a new topic. Ray teaches and writes about self-defense and will give us an interesting presentation about the mental aspects of self-defense. Our wonderful dinner will be prepared by the cooking team of Caroline Zappa, Lynn Phillips and Denise Ponczak. If any of the men would like to bring their wives, they are welcome-please sign them up on the signup sheet as guests. Cost is $10 per person. Men of all ages are welcome, and friends are always welcome! Watch for sign up information in the Sunday bulletins, or call the church office, 412-372-2226, to reserve your place.Women’s CircleMarch 9Our Women’s Circle will meet on Monday, March 9 at 10:00 a.m. in the church parlor. Come join us for our Bible Study as we discuss The Rock, the Road and the Rabbi. We will meet to sew baby quilts every Tuesday in March at 9:30 a.m. in the choir room. All are welcome! Theology & PeopleMarch 23 Sarah Tomer will lead our discussion on “Assisted Suicide” on Monday, March 23. We’ll meet in the back room at Papa Rocks Pizza in Haymaker Village at 7:00 p.m. All are welcome. Please RSVP to the church office at 412.372.2226 if you are planning to attend so we can reserve enough seats. -762016446500Men’s BreakfastMarch 17The monthly Men’s Breakfast will be held on Tuesday, March 17. We’ll meet at 8:30 a.m. at the Denny’s Restaurant on Route 22 in Monroeville. All men of the church are invited to join us and start their day with good food, and great conversation. You don’t need to sign up or call ahead, just join us! 31432521590060007511366500Mark Your Calendar93rd Annual Mother-Daughter BanquetFriday, May 8 at 6:00 p.m. at Cross Roads July 9-11, 2020Synod of the Trinity PW Gathering ‘Rejoice in Hope’ Make plans to join us now!Come to this lovely venue where you will find 300 acres of peaceful surroundings for walks, quiet reflection, visiting with old friends and making new ones. Visit their web site for more photos of this beautiful retreat.Free drawing for a one year subscription to PW Horizon Magazine Each Presbytery is ask to donate a gift basket for the Silent Auction. Each basket should be wrapped in a clear wrapper and a list of the contents and your Presbytery’s name attached. Theme of baskets: “Hospitality” (proceeds go to the 2020 Mission Project, Lighthouse Foundation) FYI In the area are also: Frank Lloyd Wright’s Falling Water and the Flight 93 National Memorial to mention two. Please join us for____Silent Auction Shopping____WorkshopsSpeakers____WorshipCommunion MusicFellowship____Mission Project for Gathering is Jeremiah’s Place Bring $10 gift cards for Target, Visa, Amazon, and the Giant Eagle (near Pittsburgh area)ANTIOCHIAN VILLAGE140 Church Camp St.Bolivar PA 15923Registrar: Alcinda Jamesalcindaj@6667526289000Exploring Watercolor with Pamela PriceCome join us for fellowship and fun as we explore the wonderful worldof watercolor painting!All levels welcomeSix weeks - Thursdays - March 19, 26 April 2, 16, 23, 302:00 to 5:00 in Fellowship HallNote that we skip April 9 due to Holy Week.Bring your own supplies - call or email Pam for a supply list$10 per class Contact Pam to sign up! 412-417-7452 (cell) pamelaspearprice@Perhaps you always wanted to try watercolor. Perhaps you have been painting for a while. We would love to have you join us. Each week we will focus on a specific area of watercolor painting. Pam will provide photos, but I encourage you to bring your own photos that way you can paint what you love. 06096000Honors and MemorialsThe Planned Giving Ministry Team gratefully acknowledges the following contributions to our Honors and Memorials Program:Given By:In Memory Of:Arium ArchitectsAl Walthour Robert and Bernice BizubAl Walthour Dianne EnglishGert BoylesJoe and Mary Ann GallensteinAl WalthourKatz Abosch CPA FirmAl Walthour Zita ReisAl WalthourFood PantryGiven By:In Memory Of:Fran BrownNancy Janiszewski-152400113030It hurts to lose someone.51377856032500Find help at GriefShare.It may be hard for you to feel optimistic about the future right now. If you’ve lost a spouse, child, family member, or friend, you’ve probably found there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel.GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. Join us on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. in the church parlor. Non-Profit Spotlight203835063246000Where do Cross Roads Mission dollars go? Cross Roads supports Presbytery approved nonprofit organizations. This month we’d like to spotlight one of those nonprofits – East End Cooperative Ministry. Since 1970, East End Cooperative Ministry has been building a community of opportunity in Pittsburgh. They are dedicated to helping vulnerable adults and at-risk children and youth throughout our Pittsburgh?neighborhoods. An interfaith ministry, EECM seeks to make a difference in the lives of the individuals and families it serves by tending to their needs for today as well as their hopes for tomorrow. EECM reaches out to the hundreds of people living in Pittsburgh's communities who don't know where their next meal is coming from. They support programs that include housing services, behavioral health support, as well as education and employment assistance. For more information on this and other Mission partners, please visit the bulletin board in the hallway across from staff offices.With Sincere Appreciation….The Board of Deacons and The Cross Roads Preschool would like to say thanks to you, our congregation for your faithful support of our Italian Buffet.? ?We would also like to say thanks to all the many volunteers who worked tirelessly to make this event a success.??The staff would like to offer a special “thank you” to:The anonymous donors of the new chairs in Fellowship Hall.Those who have contributed generously to our security fund.The Personnel Team and Trustees who have donated time and resources for a new coffee station for the staff, including the donation of a microwave and mini fridge.Kim Shafer for the donation of office chairs for the preschool and church office.The Technology Team, including Dave Falvo, Courtney Caprara, Jen Junker and Josh Phillips for livestreaming our worship services each Sunday. The donor of the new large screen TV for the youth room for their video curriculum. 8572537655500The Finance team for their hard work in preparing the 2020 budget.Caroline Zappa for thoroughly cleaning and organizing the Youth Ministries office. All Day Hymn-SingThe Pittsburgh Regional Sacred Harp singers will once again host an all-day event at Cross Roads on Saturday, March 21, from 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. in our Fellowship Hall. There will be a pot-luck lunch mid-day. This event is free and open to everyone – give what you can to help support the group. Sing and experience early American shape-note (fasola) music. Stay for all or part of the day. They will have books for you to use. Sacred Harp singing is a uniquely American tradition that brings communities together to sing four-part hymns and anthems. Beginners and newcomers are welcome. For more information contact Penny Anderson at pgh_sacred_harp@fastmail.fm, 412-371-5898.SPRING IS COMING!! FLOWER SALE 2020Hello, flower and plant lovers! It is time for the Women’s Association flower sale.? We will once again order the flowers from J.E. Mussig Greenhouses in Zelienople, a family-owned nursery which was established in 1939 and is now in the hands of their third generation.? Ask anyone and they will tell you their flowers and plants are long-lived, beautiful and come with no bugs, nope, not even as an added bonus!? Flower orders can be turned into Ilona Beatty or the church office. The deadline to turn in orders is Friday, April 3rd and flowers will be delivered and available for pick-up on Friday, May 15 between 10:00 a.m. and noon. Pick some colorful flowers in pots, flats or baskets for yourself or as a delightful surprise for someone else. ??Make?your check payable to Women’s Association. All proceeds benefit the Women’s Association’s many mission projects. Questions? Call Ilona at (412) 798-0270 or (412) 818-1075.*There are 8 packs per flat with 32 plants per flat.BEDDING FLATS - $13.00 Per Flat*4 ?” POTTED PLANTS - $3.00 EachQuantityQuantityAgeratum - BlueSunDracena Spikes - GreenSunAllysum - WhiteSunGeraniums – PinkSunBegonias – MixedPart SunGeraniums – RedSunBegonias – PinkPart SunGeraniums –SalmonSunBegonias – RedPart SunGeraniums – WhiteSunBegonias – WhitePart SunNew Guinea Impatiens-Asstd. Part SunCelosia – MixedSunVinca Vine - Green/WhiteSunColeus – MixedPart SunWave Petunia – PinkSunDahlias – MixedSunWave Petunia – PurpleSunDusty Miller –SilverSun Impatiens – MixedShadeImpatiens- PinkShadeImpatiens – RedShadeImpatiens – SalmonShade10” HANGING BASKET $15.00 per BasketImpatiens – VioletShadeQuantityAssorted ColorsImpatiens – WhiteShadeCalibrachoas SunLobelia – BlueSunFushias ShadeMarigolds-dwarf – MixedSunIvy Geraniums SunMarigolds-dwarf – OrangeSunNew Guinea Impatiens Part SunMarigolds-dwarf –YellowSunNon-Stop Begonias ShadePansy – MixedSunVining Petunias Sun Petunias –MixedSunPetunias – PinkSunPetunias – PurpleSunName: ______________________________Petunias – RedSunPetunias –WhiteSunAddress:______________________________Salvias –RedSun Snapdragons-dwarf – Mixed Sun ______________________________Snapdragons-dwarf – Pink SunSnapdragons-dwarf – White SunPhone: _________________________Snapdragons-dwarf –Yellow SunDouble Marigolds - Orange SunTOTAL DUE: _____________________Double Marigolds – Yellow Sun51435010858600____Please call me the day before flower pick-up to remind me.____Please email me the day before flower pick-up to remind me.(email) ______________________________No need to call or email; it’s on my calendar.7880354699000Remember to Spring Forward!Daylight Savings Time Begins onSunday, March 8.Turn your clocks ahead one hourbefore you go to bed on Saturday, March 7!152400654050003181352349500Notes From the Church OfficeArticles for the April issue of the Cross Roads Connections are due in the church office by Wednesday, March 18. Articles may be emailed to the church at CrossRoadsPresbyterian@. Rev. Robbins will be out of the office for Continuing Education March 2-8.Lori Bass-Riley, Director of Children and Family Ministries, will be out of the office for continuing education March 16-20.Directory ChangesIn Our Father’s House:Al Walthour passed to eternal life on January 30, 2020. 383540028448000Sunday Worship AttendanceJanuary 26138February 2123February 9128February 16138-12283086417679457302500Paddling Through Lent … And LifeLent is a time for restoring balance to our lives. The Eskimos practice balance as they venture into freezing Arctic waters in little boats. If you’ve ever paddled a kayak, you know how easy they are to tip. Thankfully, kayaks are just as easy to turn back upright.That isn’t a bad image for Lent — or for life as a whole. Whatever spiritual disciplines we adopt, if we succumb to temptation, it’s no biggie. One of the lessons of Lent is that, as long as we’re traveling light, it takes only a quick twist of the paddle to right us. That paddle twist might take the form of a quick but heartfelt prayer: “Jesus, set me straight again!” Or it might mean some extra time set aside for quiet meditation with God. Don’t get worried if your spiritual discipline fails now and then. Just let Jesus help you get upright once more, and keep paddling!05334000CROSS ROADS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCHPlanned Giving Program Financial Support Form2310 Haymaker Road, Monroeville, PA 15146-4326412-372-2226CONTRIBUTOR INFORMATIONYour Name(s): ___________________________________________________________________Address: _______________________________________________________________________________City, State, Zip:_________________________________________________________________________HONORS & MEMORIALSContribution in Honor/Memory of: ______________________________________________________Amount: $___________________ (Note: Acknowledgements will not indicate an amount)Acknowledgment Sent to: _______________________________________________________________Address:_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________GIFT DESIGNATIONI would like my gift credited toward the following Special Needs Fund to support theministries of Cross Roads: General Fund Food Pantry Higgs Preschool Scholarship Special Music Children’s Ministries Undesignated Planned GivingI would like my gift credited towards the Church’s Endowment:General Endowment Pastor’s Housing Music Maintenance FundPLANNED GIVING OPPORTUNITIESWe invite you to have lasting impact on our Church by including Cross Roads in your giftand/or estate plans. Your enduring statement of faith will be used to further Christ’s work andwill have an impact on future generations of our church family. Individuals who have includedthe Church in their gift or estate plans are eligible for the Pillars of Cross Roads Program,which recognizes individuals who have made or who are making bequests, estate plans orirrevocable gifts.I/we would like to know more about how I/we might make a planned gift to Cross Roads.I/we have already included Cross Roads in my/our estate plans.Name: ______________________________Telephone Number: ________________________________The legal name of our Congregation is “Cross Roads Presbyterian Church, Monroeville, Pennsylvania 2 - Dan Shafer4 – Faith Carlisle 6 – Ruth Sutherland 7 – Trevor Kosko 8 – Bryan Bass-Riley10 – Denise Graham10 – Nick Hughes10 – Barb Metz10 - Kaitlin Schmidt11 - Denny Earhart13 - Bobbi Schmidt13 – Karen Teaman15 - Kelley Rupchak16 - Martin Kendig16 – Hannah Cunningham 17 – Patty Kyslinger 21 – Charlie McWilliams21 - Victor Watson23 - Carol Ertman23 – Melissa Dirling 24 – Bonnie Meanor 25 - Debbie Conley25 - David Ertman29 - Hannah Kendig31- Ashley S. Ashley Bob and Bobbie Kendig3/9/74Geoff and Lynn Phillips3/21/87If you would like your birthday or anniversary listed, please contact the church office.62611015748000The Church StaffInterim Pastor: Rev. Sarah RobbinsDirector of Children and Family Ministries: Rev. Lori Bass-RileyChildren’s Music Director: Debbie BrokerOffice Coordinator: Martha WintersgillCustodian: Barry MacDonaldPreschool Director: Kelley RupchakNursery Caregiver: Meghan GriffithOffice Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Office Telephone: 412-372-2226E-mail: CrossRoadsPresbyterian@Web Page: March at Cross RoadsSundayMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday18:45 a.m. Faith Works Class9:00 a.m. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship Service with Communion11:15 a.m. Fellowship hour 7:00 p.m. Faith and Fiction 29:30 a.m. Preschool Board6:30 p.m. Cemetery Board6:30 p.m. Girl Scouts 7:00 p.m. Yoga7:00 p.m. CE 202 39:30 a.m. Sewing7:00 p.m. Grief Share 7:00 p.m. Deacons412:00 p.m. AA7:00 p.m. Boy Scout Committee7:00 p.m. Social Justice 52:00 p.m. Art Club 6:30 p.m. PNC 6:30 p.m. Bell Choir 6:30 p.m. Cub Scouts7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts7:15 p.m. ACOA7:30 p.m. Choir 69:15 a.m. International Women’s Club 11:30 a.m. Food Pantry Board 6:30 p.m. Girl Scouts 7:30 p.m. PAS 7 8Daylight Savings Time Begins8:45 a.m. Faith Works 9:00 a.m. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship Service11:15 a.m. Fellowship Hour 910:00 a.m. Women’s Circle 6:30 p.m. Girl Scouts 7:00 p.m. Trustees7:00 p.m. Yoga 109:30 a.m. Sewing 6:30 p.m. Men’s Dinner7:00 p.m. Grief Share-635010160001110 a.m. Lenten Study 12:00 p.m. AA5:00 p.m. Confirmation Class6:00 p.m. JAM 7:00 p.m. Mission and Outreach 122:00 p.m. Art Club 6:30 p.m. Bell Choir6:30 p.m. PNC 6:30 p.m. Cub Scouts 7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts7:15 p.m. ACOA7:30 p.m. Choir 1311:30 a.m. Lunch Bunch 6:30 p.m. Girl Scouts 7:30 p.m. PAS149:00 a.m. Girl Scouts 9:00 a.m. Dustbusters Team E158:45 a.m. Faith Works 9:00 a.m. Bible Study10:00 a.m. Worship11:15 a.m. Fellowship Hour 16Preschool Closed7:00 p.m. Finance7:00 p.m. Yoga17Preschool Closed 8:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast 9:30 a.m. Sewing 7:00 p.m. Grief Share 18Connections articles due 10 a.m. Lenten Study 12:00 p.m. AA6:00 p.m. Jelly 7:00 p.m. Worship and Music team 192:00 p.m. Watercolor Painting Class 6:30 p.m. Bell Choir6:30 p.m. Cub Scouts 7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts7:15 p.m. ACOA7:30 p.m. Choir206:30 p.m. Girl Scouts 7:30 p.m. PAS218:15 a.m. Produce to People 9:00 a.m. Pgh Sacred Harp Singers22Deacons’ Sunday 8:45 a.m. Faith Works 9:00 a.m. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:15 a.m. Deacons Brunch 2:00 p.m. Children to Aladdin Jr. 236:30 p.m. Girl Scouts 7:00 p.m. Yoga7:00 p.m. TAP 249:30 a.m. Women’s Sewing 7:00 p.m. Grief Share 2510 a.m. Lenten Study 12:00 p.m. AA7:00 p.m. Session 262:00 p.m. Watercolor Painting Class 6:30 p.m. Bell Choir6:30 p.m. Cub Scouts 7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts7:15 p.m. ACOA7:30 p.m. Choir 276:30 p.m. Girl Scouts 7:30 p.m. PASConfirmation retreat at Crestfield 28Confirmation retreat at Crestfield298:45 a.m. Faith Works 9:00 a.m. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:15 a.m. Fellowship Hour Confirmation retreat concludes4:00 p.m. Eagle Court of Honor306:30 p.m. Girl Scouts 7:00 p.m. Yoga319:30 a.m. Women’s Sewing 7:00 p.m. Grief Share -206692-420370Cross Roads ConnectionsNON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONCross Roads Presbyterian ChurchU.S. Postage Paid2310 Haymaker RoadPittsburgh, PAMonroeville, Pa 15146PERMIT No. 4034Return Service RequestedTime Value Material 00Cross Roads ConnectionsNON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONCross Roads Presbyterian ChurchU.S. Postage Paid2310 Haymaker RoadPittsburgh, PAMonroeville, Pa 15146PERMIT No. 4034Return Service RequestedTime Value Material |________________ ................
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