Prayer Shut-In
DEC. 6—The Women’s Ministry of Zion Apostolic Assembly, 2117 Jenny Lind St., McKeesport, will host its “I Am My Sister’s Keeper” Prayer Shut-In at 5 p.m. The theme is “Let’s come together as one in the Lord.” Attendees are asked to wear comfy clothes, bring a pillow, blanket and a bible. A continental breakfast will be served. For more information, call 412-277-1327.
Holiday Prayer Breakfast
DEC. 7—The Women’s Ministry of Carrone Baptist Church, 7119 Frankstown Ave., Homewood, will host its Holiday Prayer Breakfast at 9:30 a.m. There will be worship, praise, prayer, scriptures, a mini-sermon and food. For more information, call 412-687-1819.
Mini-Sign-A-Thon
DEC. 7—The Sign Language Ministry of Rodman Street Missionary Baptist Church, 6111 Rodman St., East Liberty, will host its Mini-Sign-A-Thon from 12:30-3 p.m. Special guest Dr. Raymont Anderson and his theatrical performance company B.E.L.I.E.V.E. will help Rodman reach out to the deaf community, along with honoring, celebrating and praising the Lord through music. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 412-363-8082.
Celebration of the King
DEC. 7—Fountain of Life Church of Pittsburgh Visual & Performing Arts Ministry, 247 Johnston Ave., Pittsburgh, will host “The Celebration of the King” at 2 p.m. Elder Terina Hicks and Minister Nate Carter will be the hosts for the event. The afternoon will feature performances of praise from Disciples of Mine, Praises in Motion, All Nations Dance Inc., Jennifer Black & Total Praise Mime Team, Maurice Thomas, David’s Dance Team and City Reach Church Godly Divas. There will be refreshments and giveaways. This is a free event that is open to the public. For more information, call Pastor Delese Glover at 412-452-3619.
Gospel Legends Concert
DEC. 7—The Gospel Music Workshop of America-Beaver County will host its Honoring of Some of Pittsburgh’s Gospel Legends concert at 4 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church, 2629 Wylie Ave., Hill District. The concert will honor Henry Biggs, Marlene Davis, Carvis Fisher, Karen Rice, Phillip Russell, David Sims, Dewayne Watkins and more. For more information, call Cassandra Stanley at 412-216-5216 or email cassandrae_65@verizon.net.
Choose Your Weapon
DEC. 8—Mulberry Community Church, 601 Wallace Ave., Wilkinsburg, in collaboration with GME/TeamAble will host “Choose Your Weapon: Guns or God?” from 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. The event will include prayer, praise and featured performances from GME/TeamAble, Purpose, Azariah “Z” Jones and more. There will be a repass and resolution session following the service. All ages are welcomed. For more information, call Celeste Scott at 412-583-6994 or email celestescott62@gmail.com.
Celebration of Joy
DEC. 8—The Pittsburgh Chapter of the National Black Presbyterian Caucus will host a Celebration of Joy at 3 p.m. at the Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, 616 N. Highland Ave., East Liberty. Rev. Dr. Leroy Patrick. Refreshments will be served at 2 p.m. There will be a free will offering to benefit the Coleman/Patrick Scholarship Fund. For more information, call Anita Perry at 412-322-1835.
Fearless
DEC. 12—The Brown Chapel Heir Force will host “Fearless: A Shepherds Story” at 7 p.m. at the New Hazlett Theatre, 6 Allegheny Square, North Side. The event explores the Christmas Story from the eyes of the Shepherds and the dangers and hardships they face in their travels to see the Christ Child. There will be several vocal, rap and dance performances, along with live animals and more. For more information, call Bynums Marketing and Communications Inc. at 412-471-4332.
Greater Destiny
DEC. 13—Greater Destiny World Outreach Church will host Your Greater Destiny service at 7 p.m. at Bidwell Presbyterian Church, 1025 Liverpool St., North Side. The guest preacher will be Pastor Reginald Steele of Arizona, along with guest musicians Ministree. For more information, call 855-4My-Destiny or visit www.gdwoc.org.
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