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HMBFC Has Joined the Black Presbyterian Caucus!
Our Council has enrolled HMBFC in the Pittsburgh chapter of the National Black Presbyterian Caucus as an expression of our commitment to justice and as a continuation of our participation in anti-racism work in Pittsburgh Presbytery.
The goals of the NBPC are:
- To promote church growth and the strengthening of Black Presbyterian congregations in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.);
- To emphasize the spiritual growth of individual members;
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continually focus on concerns stemming from Black religious and cultural
traditions as well as political and economic issues;
- To speak and act on those issues that adversely affect the lives of People of African descent;
- To achieve full participation of its members in the total Church and society; and
- To combat racism and injustice.
To learn more about local BPC activities contact
jcjeancox@gmail.com.
Black Heritage Day at Kennywood // THUR JUN 15 // Speaking of local BPC activities: we have an opportunity to spend time with our sister-Presbyterian churches that are historically congregations of African descent during Black Heritage Day at Kennywood. Jean Cox is selling reduced-price tickets ($30) until April 15. Contact jcjeancox@gmail.com.
Diaper Drive // drop-off SUN 9:30am-1pm or TUES & THUR 4:30-6:30pm // thru APR 30 // Throughout April we are collecting for The Western Pennsylvania Diaper Bank.
Your donation will provide diapers for babies of low-income families in
our area! Place donations in the blue bin inside the parking lot
entrance. Opened packs are accepted. Contact e.p.jeffries@gmail.com.
Collecting Homeless Ministry Supplies // thru APR 30 // Now that winter is over and the cold weather shelters are closed, many homeless neighbors are looking for supplies. Throughout April we are collecting jeans, shorts, shoes, and boots for men and women. Also, many of the 100+ folks who sheltered indoors for the winter are now looking for tents. If you'd like to donate one, here's an affordable one that's the right size. Contact dave@hotmetalbridge.com
Kintsugi: A Worship Experience for Better Mental Health // SUN APR 9 @ 6PM // main hall // Real
talk about mental health and mental illness is still often taboo in our
culture, especially in churches. But the Kintsugi service provides a
unique space each month for people to connect their spiritual and mental
health in the context of worship. Followed by a peer support group at
7pm.
What the Health!?? // MON APR 17 @ 7PM // main hall // Jesus
said to love God with all of our heart, soul, mind, and strength. In
this monthly workshop we are exploring ways to integrate physical
wellness with mental and spiritual wellness. This month we are continuing to learn about essential oils. Contact Bonnie at padragonfly@hotmail.com.
Fixing PA's Gerrymandering Crisis // THUR APR 20 @ 7PM // main hall // Fair Districts PA speaker Timothy Verstynen will outline the problems related to PA's
redistricting process; demonstrate how that process undermines
democracy, and then discuss a proposed solution to the problem. FDPA is a nonpartisan coalition of citizens and organizations that seeks to reform PA's redistricting rules by taking the process out
of the hands of party leaders and putting that process into the hands
of a citizens commission that would be impartial, transparent and
accountable. Contact lauren.wolcott@gmail.com.
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