COMMUNITY DINNERS RETURN…the first Wednesdays of June, July, August, and September, from 6–8PM we’ll be firing up the grill on the side lawn with your favorites, plus some new, soon-to-be-favorites. And, as usual, they’re FREE! So, bring your family, friends and neighbors for good food and fellowship!!! Menus will be posted as the dates get closer.
Wednesdays: June 5, July 3, August 7, September 4 FPCE is going to be building Blessing Bags on June 2 following the church service. These bags will be available for anyone to take and pass out to those in need. If you would like to make a financial donation please do so by May 26 or consider dropping off requested items (see list below) before June 1. If you have any questions, please email Tyler McGuigan at mcguigantyler@yahoo.com **Please try to only donate the items on this list below. We may update with additional items, particularly for those in need with animals** toothbrush toothpaste mouthwash comb chapstick small packs of tissues hand sanitizer (small bottles) applesauce (squeeze packets) granola bars crackers tuna/chicken packets (squeeze, not canned) jerky sticks bottled water socks plastic forks/spoons
Community Planning Meeting Set for April 17, 7PM in the Gathering Place
This is the 2nd installment of meeting with community groups to meet in person, plan calendar events, exchange information, etc. We will be looking at dates June through December. Saturday, April 20: Spiritual Hike 1:00 PM; hike departs at 1:15 PM Frick Park Beechwood Gate Entrance: 1981Beechwood Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15217 Rain or shine! We will gather in God’s creation to celebrate the Springtime. We will hike the Clayton Loop, which is an easy 1-mile trail that encompasses Clayton Hill. All ages. Dogs welcome. Part of our mission at FPCE is to love each other. Our Deacons want to celebrate the fellowship and community that is our FPCE family by making breakfast for us! Join us on Sunday, April 21 for our 11AM worship service, which will take place in the Gathering Place. We'll have our meal during the service as we gather around tables, and also share in communion together.
We are kicking off our community dinners early this year with an inaugural chili dinner on April 17, 2024 at 6PM in the Social Room. We plan on serving multiple chili recipes as well as salad, bread, and dessert. Please let Rhonda Apessos know if you are able to bring anything or help in any way.
Starting on March 8, 2024, Wilkinsburg Community Ministry's Mobile Food Pantry will be outside the church on Fridays, 2-4 pm. This week, they had Pollock fillets, chicken drumsticks, ground turkey, eggs, milk, non-dairy cheese, strawberries, a variety of fresh produce, and canned goods. All free!
Drop by next week for some food or just to say hello! And if you're interested in volunteering to help distribute the food, contact the church office or reach out directly to WCM. #wesharefood #loveourneighbors |
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