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Murrysville Presbyterian Preschool (MPP)

Our preschool students and teachers have returned to start their new year. Please be aware that there will be added activity in the Church building, as well as the parking lots. Please observe a safe speed when driving and keep your eyes open for small children. Thank you!

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!

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.

Karen - Photo for Website 11-3-22 DSC_0754

Karen Langston

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

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