Subject: Ash Wednesday is THIS Wednesday!

Dear Church, 

It is hard to believe that Ash Wednesday and Lent are just around the corner! Easter comes early this year, so we are already planning our Lenten activities. 


This Lent, we'll be focusing on "Getting Back to the Basics" of what it means to be a community of people who try their best to love God and love others. While we are still working out the details, here are a few things you can expect during this Lent season: 

-A contemplative Ash Wednesday service on 2/14 @ 7:00 PM. Come to pray, think, meditate, and receive the imposition of ashes, as we are reminded that life is short, and intentional living is paramount. Hope to see you there! 

-Monthly PotLucks. Our first pot luck will be after service on Sunday 2/25. See below for more information. We are so excited about reviving this Hot Metal tradition and hope to see you there! 

-A traditional celebratory Easter service 

-Much more! Stay tuned. 


Thank you for your continued support and prayers for Hot Metal Bridge Faith Community - though we are "in the wilderness" right now, we believe that God is with us, and we can't wait to see what He's up to next.


We hope to see you Sunday!


Pastoral Job Description

Based on some feedback on Sunday, it was suggested that we share the job posting more widely. We heard you, and we agree! We have posted this job position on our Social Media page, and the link is below as well. If you know of anyone who might be a good fit, or if you'd just like to cast a wide net with your own networks, please feel free to share the link with whomever you feel should see it. Thank You! HMBFC Job Posting


Ash Wednesday Service (2/14)

It's hard to believe that Lent is just around the corner! This year, Easter is early, which means Ash Wednesday is just a few weeks away, on February 14. On February 14, we will have a contemplative, meditative service starting at 7:00 PM. We hope to see you there! 


Calling Committee Members

Council is issuing a formal call for all volunteers to join our various committees! If you are interested in joining, or would like to learn more about, the personnel, compassion, worship, or finance teams, please let us know! Nominations are currently being accepted-you may either nominate yourself or someone you think may be good for the role. This is a great opportunity to share your voice and talents with our community. Thank you! 


A Note About Pastoral Care

If you are in need of Pastoral Care, the wonderful Rev. Elizabeth Ross has graciously agreed to be available to our community during this time. Her email is: elizabethmiriammichael@gmail.com


A Note about the Children's Ministry

We are looking for volunteers to help with children's church each Sunday! If you have an interest in facilitating Sunday School, working with curriculum, or just volunteering to help out, we could use your gifts and talents. Please feel free to let Suzanne, Dayna Wade, or a member of council know if you are interested. 


A Note about the Nursery

A friendly reminder that the nursery space is intended to be available only for the little ones (those 5 years old and under). Our little ones have specific needs and we kindly ask everyone -including older children, teenagers, adults, and guests -to respect this space so that we can meet those needs. Thank you! If there are any questions about this, please contact a member of council. 

February Potluck (February 25 after service)...

February 25th Potluck

Based on the results of the Holy Cow survey, we were reminded to "get back to basics." One of the most fundamental and precious values of Hot Metal over the years has been the sharing of meals with one another. This is a chance for us to connect, catch up, share our needs, and do life with one another. We are excited to revive this Hot Metal staple! Our first Monthly PotLuck with be after service on Sunday, February 25. Please take a look below to begin thinking about what you could contribute. If you have any questions, please reach out to Joni Watson or Nathan Rosswog. Thank you, and we are really looking forward to seeing you there! 

Last Name A-I: Bring a main dish

Last Name J-R: Bring a salad or side

Last Name S-Z: Bring a desert and plan to stay after to help clean up 

Note: We'll rotate this to share clean up duties next time


Council Updates

Council is here to answer any questions and provide any updates we can. Please feel free to reach out to any member of council for questions: Jan Bucey, Nathan Rosswog, Joni Watson, or Michael Van Ness. Michael has graciously offered to answer email questions, so feel free to contact him at: Michaelvanness47@gmail.com

Sunday Zoom Meeting // 10:30am:
https://zoom.us/j/789826837
Meeting ID: 789 826 837
Password: 031714






Hot Metal Bridge Faith Community
Weekly Worship Gathering Sundays at 10:30am
2700 Jane St. | Pittsburgh, PA 15203 | 412-481-4010
hotmetal@hotmetalbridge.com | www.hotmetalbridge.com


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