On April 6th at 3 pm in Leetsdale, we broke ground for the new Habitat for Humanity home for which TPC,S is a co-sponsor. The new home will be located on Beaver Street in Leetsdale. TPC,S has pledged $25,000 for this home.

As this project progresses there will be opportunities for folks of all ages and skill levels to help out, including family work days on Summer Saturdays. Watch for details on our web site and in the weekly bulletin. For more information contact call the church office (412-741-4550).

Did you know that...

...while 9.2 million refugees have fled their homelands - never to return- only 1% will be settled in another country?

...each year the US government admits around 70,000 refugees after a rigorous screening process?

...more than half of all refugees are children under the age of 18?

...we can help?

This is a way for us to answer the call of Christ "I was a stranger and you welcomed me."

Working as a co-sponsor alongside an organization such as Church World Service, we can make a difference in the lives of refugee families when they first arrive in the USA. Providing them with temporary housing, assisting them in finding employment and enrolling their children in school, we can advocate on their behalf as they become self sufficient community members.

Co-sponsorship transforms the lives of refugees who have fled from persecution, discrimination and violence. Their lives are transformed by the generosity and care of a church community. Co-sponsorship will surely transform the life of our church family. It is an opportunity for us to do global mission right here in our community. Together we will learn about the power of hope, love and perseverance.

Want to learn more? Ready to say yes to this call? Contact Tracey (412-741-4550) in the church office to let us know of your interest. We'll find a time to get together and step out in faith.

Do you enjoy working with children? Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the world...or perhaps in just one child’s life? Then we have a job for you!

Once again this year, the Mission Committee is sponsoring internships for counselor positions at East End Cooperative Ministry's Summer Day Camp. The camp is for urban youth, ages 5 - teens. Training will be held the week of June 23-27, 2008 for the camp program that will operate each weekday, June 30 through August 1, from 8:30 a.m. to approximately 4 p.m. Any church member who is a college student or graduating high school senior is encouraged to participate. A stipend will be paid to each intern. You must provide your own transportation to the camp in East Liberty. Former interns have found this to be a most worthwhile, and even life-changing experience! If you are interested, please contact Charlene Beck.

The fourth annual Quaker Valley Relay for Life will be held May 30-31. This is a community event to celebrate cancer survivorship and raise money for research, education, and patient service programs of the American Cancer Society.

This year's event will run from 6 PM on Friday to 6 pm on Saturday at the Quaker Valley High School track. The Wellness Council is again forming a team - Presby Pedestrians - in honor/memory of all church members who have been affected by cancer. Team members will take turns walking the track during the 20-hour event.

If you are interested in walking,sign up online. Last year each team member walked for one hour. This is a fun and worth-while community event. If you are not able to walk, you can sponsor the team with a donation.