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Pine Springs Day Camp

First Presbyterian Church of Murrysville

July 25 - 29, 2022

9 am - 3 pm

$50.00 / child

(Ages K - 5th Grade)

Vital Encounters with Christ since 1948!

REGISTER NOW!

https://www.pinesprings.org/daycamp-mville

GAME NIGHT RETURNS!

Sunday, July 10, 2022

5:00 P.M.

In the Pavilion

Don't forget to RSVP

We will provide pizza, beverages, yard games and board games.

Please bring a dessert to share.

WELCOME TO THE FAMILY!

On Sunday, June 12, 2022

we were blessed to welcome as new members:

Tom and Donna Craig

Rich and Ann Himelein

Carolyn Warych

to our Church Family!!

So we, being many, are one body in Christ, and individually we are members of one of another. Romans 12:5

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Pine Springs Camp

"Providing vital encounters with Jesus Christ since 1948"

Summer Camp 2022

Bible interactions; daily devotions, parachute games, frog pond, electric trains, sports pavilion climbing walls, campfires and S'mores, hayride, sling shots, arts and crafts, swimming, zip line, GAGA ball, and more!

Brochures and registration forms are in Laird Hall and Narthex. Please see Ann Troxell, Chairperson of Mission, if you would like to learn about our Camp Scholarship program.

Lunch Bunch

Every third Wednesday at Noon in Laird Hall

Bring your lunch, bring a friend or two, and share the fellowship.

Next Lunch Bunch: Wednesday, July 20, 2022

Sew What?

Every Wednesday from 9 a.m. 'til Noon

Church Conference Room

All are welcome!

Join us with your own creation...you see quilt-making, sewing, crocheting, lace-making, knitting, etc... Or just put your feet up and enjoy the company.

Deacons at Work

Our faithful Deacons continue to collect necessities for local distribution, and you can help! Please consider donating any of the following items:

Laundry Detergent Chunky Soup and Beans Shampoo/Conditioner

Please drop off your donation to a collection "corner" in Laird Hall or the Narthex.

Your help is greatly appreciated!

Upcoming Events

Lunch Bunch

Wednesday, June 15, 2022

12:00 Noon

Pavilion (Laird Hall if inclement weather)

Bring your own lunch and join the group!

GAME NIGHT AT THE PAVILION

Sunday, July 10, 2022

5:00 P.M.

Pavilion

Yard games, board games, pizza and beverages are provided.

Please bring a dessert to share.

Sign-up sheets are posted.

Pine Springs Day Camp at First Presby

July 25 - 29, 2022

First Presby Church Campus

Please call the Church office for more details on the above-listed events.

724-327-0728, Ext. 1

Cast your worries and anxiety on the Lord, because God cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7

There is a place for you here.

Have you ever wondered where you belong? Longed for a place to be welcomed for who you are? Searched for comfort and peace away from the storms of life? Desired to be lifted from the challenges of this world to experience the joy of life to its fullest?

We invite you experience the love of our Lord Jesus Christ in the vibrant worship and ministry here at First Presbyterian Church of Murrysville. Join in the renewal of God’s Holy Spirit as we build on established relationships in our community, develop exciting new partnerships, and create new opportunities to share the love and grace of our Lord.

Explore our website, visit our campus, and meet our people.

This is a place to grow. This is a place to feel loved.

This is a place to know the Grace of God.

Rev. Edward Gray

PASTOR

Bio

Reverend Ed Gray came to First Presbyterian Church of Murrysville in October of 2017. He is a Pittsburgh native and attended Duquesne University before graduating from the Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in 1986 with a Masters of Divinity, subsequently serving congregations in both western Pennsylvania and Florida. In addition to solo pastoral, primary preaching and leadership responsibilities at First Presby, he is an active member of the church choir and frequent soloist in its expansive music ministry. Ed has also been an active participant through the years in the governance of the Presbyterian Church USA, serving in roles with local Presbytery, Synod and the General Assembly.

Ed and his wife of 31 years Karen have two sons, Eddie, a law enforcement professional in Pittsburgh and Aaron, a student at Waynesburg University. Among his many active community roles is sports officiation for a variety of school and local athletic organization programs.

Ruth Poscich

MUSIC DIRECTOR & ORGANIST

Bio

Ruth Poscich, a member of First Presbyterian Church, has been Director of Music and Organist since September 2001. She plays organ and piano for the Sunday morning services, directs the Chancel Choir, the Joy Ringers handbell Choir, and leads the children in music on special occasions. She also coordinates and directs various groups of instrumentalists who play for worship services on a regular basis. Ruth holds a Bachelor of Music degree from Westminster Choir College in Princeton, New Jersey, and has been a lifelong church musician. She is retired from a 30-plus-year career as an official court reporter. Most recently, Ruth conceptualized, and directs the Murrysville Cantata Choir, a community choir that offers Lenten and Patriotic Thanksgiving concerts during the year.

Lori Livingston

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Bio

Lori has been the Administrative Assistant since August 2013. She offers assistance to the Pastor, as well as the various Church committees. She plays handbells in two Church choirs, and values her daily interaction with members of the church, as well as members of the community.

Lori is a native of Southern California, and moved to Pennsylvania 20 years ago. She resides in Murrysville with her husband and two daughters. She is active in the community as a volunteer at her church and the Franklin Regional School District.

Carol Ludovici

NURSERY STAFF

Bio

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CHURCH SEXTON

Bio

Tom Johnson was born in Wilkinsburg, grew up in Penn Hills, and served in the Army in the Viet Nam era. He lives in North Apollo with his lovely wife, Sherry. He has three children (all of whom were baptized here at First Presbyterian Church), and eight grandchildren. Tom is a firearms enthusiast, and loves to bake cheesecakes for his friends (rarely keeping any for himself). In addition to being the Church Sexton, Tom also volunteers at many of the Church's events and functions.

Sunday School

Sundays at 9:45 a.m.

Andy Stanley's

better decisions, fewer regrets

5 Questions to Help You Determine Your Next Move

Pine Springs Day Camp

First Presbyterian Church of Murrysville

July 25 - 29, 2022

9 am - 3 pm

$50.00 / child

(Ages K - 5th Grade)

Vital Encounters with Christ since 1948!

REGISTER NOW!

https://www.pinesprings.org/daycamp-mville

GAME NIGHT RETURNS!

Sunday, July 10, 2022

5:00 P.M.

In the Pavilion

Don't forget to RSVP

We will provide pizza, beverages, yard games and board games.

Please bring a dessert to share.

WELCOME TO THE FAMILY!

On Sunday, June 12, 2022

we were blessed to welcome as new members:

Tom and Donna Craig

Rich and Ann Himelein

Carolyn Warych

to our Church Family!!

Cast your worries and anxiety on the Lord, because God cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7

There is a place for you here.

Rev. Edward Gray

Ruth Poscich

Lori Livingston

Carol Ludovici

Now Hiring

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