Celebrating 40 Years of Ministry!

Welcome to the Community of Reconciliation Church Website! We are an intentionally interracial and multi-denominational congregation committed to the Gospel of Jesus Christ as a call from God to live lives that work to bring about social justice for all people. Diversity is important to us. We believe that we know God better when we live in communion with all of God's people. If you'd like to find out more about us or inquire about becoming part of our congregation, please feel free to speak to our Pastor or any member. You are also welcome to come forward during the song that follows the Spoken Word during worship.
	Summertime Worship at Community of Reconciliation "Sustaining Inner Faith in Times of..." June 28 - September 6, 2009 Coffee Hour with Theological Reflection ♦ 10:00 a.m. Worship! ♦ 11:00 a.m. "In Times of Need and Abundance" 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 and Mark 5:21-24 Sunday, June 28, 2009 - Rev. Denise R. Mason, preaching Director of Music: Mr. Gerald Savage "In Times of Spiritual Recession" 2 Samuel 5:1-5, 9-10 and Mark 6:1-13 Sunday, July 5, 2009 - Rev. Tom Johnson, preaching Guest Director of Music: Mr. David Mahler "In Times of Bitter Disappointment" 2 Samuel 6:1-5, 12b-19 ♦ Ephesians 1:3-14 Sunday, July 12, 2009 - Rev. Linda Lawson, preaching Guest Director of Music: Mr. David Mahler "In Times of Hard Choices" 2 Samuel 7:5-7, 11b-13 ♦ Psalm 89:26-34 ♦ Mark 6:34, 53-56 Sunday, July 19, 2009 - Ms. Ann Mason, preaching Guest Director of Music: Mr. David Mahler "In Times of Hopelessness" Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16 ♦ Mark 10:46-52 Sunday, July 26, 2009 - Ms. Jill Terpstra, preaching Guest Director of Music: Mr. David Mahler <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> C.O.R. is a fully handicapped-accessible, -accommodating and -welcoming congregation Elevators, Braille hymnals, etc. are available so that all can worship with us! _________________________________________ On Communion Sundays, generally the 1st Sunday of each month and more liberally through special holiday seasons , our congregation practices an open invitation to the Lord's Supper. The meal is open to anyone who professes Jesus Christ as their Liberator and Redeemer. We serve a non-alcoholic cup. ALL ARE WELCOMED! <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> Church School News Thanks to everyone who helped to make this a great Church School Year! And, too all our students as you continue to grow academically & discover your God-given gifts! Join us for 2009-2010 Planning Sessions Wednesday, July 8, 2009 Wednesday, July 15, 2009 Wednesday, August 19, 2009 <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> *Nursery is on Hiatus for the Summer* Relaxed & shorten worship in a coffee house atmosphere provides opportunity for the youngest among us to remain present. There is space for children on the edges when they need to stretch their legs. We also provide Children's Bulletins and lots of singing to encourage their spiritual growth. *Community of Reconciliation practices Safe Sanctuary and requires* *Child Clearance for all Nursery Workers. See Nnenna Okoro, Outreach Minister to qualify for the fall.* <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> Sisters of the Spirit Saturday, July 11, 2009 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. Location: Eat N' Park - TBA *Gather with women of all ages to celebrate the spirit of Christ!* *<><<><<><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><>><><><>* Book Club “Abraham’s Well” by Sharon Ewell Foster Well known Christian author of historical fiction shares the experience of African-Cherokees on the Trail of Tears and afterward in Oklahoma. Book Discussion & Potluck Lunch Sunday, June 28, 2009, 12:30-2:00 p.m. Bring your thoughts & favorite snack! <><><><><<><><><><><><><><><><><><<><><><><><><><><><><><><><><>><><><><><<><> EECM FOOD COLLECTION *** INVENTORIES ARE SERIOUSLY DEPLETED! ** ** PLEASE BRING WHATEVER CONTRIBUTIONS YOU CAN! ** June Food of the Month Fruit July Food of the Month Peanut Butter August Food of the Month Macaroni & Cheese PEANUT BUTTER, CANNED FRUIT are always welcomed! PLEASE GIVE GENEROUSLY! <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> Gospel & Soul Line Dancing Every Friday at C.O.R. 5:30—7:15 p.m. $1.00 Donation Requested per Person • Light Refreshments Served Sponsored by our Spiritual Weight-Loss & Healthy Church Ministry NO LINE DANCE C.L.A.S.S. ON FRIDAY, JULY 3, 2009** ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Last Friday's Summertime Line Dance Parties Join us as we celebrate the joy of summertime. Gospel & Soul Line Dancing Ms. Stella Hopewell, Leading Friday, June 26, 2009 • 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. Friday, July 31, 2009 • 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. Friday, August 28, 2009 • 7:00 - 9:30 p.m. $5.00 per person + contribution of snacks, finger sandwiches or a beverage $7.00 per person without snack No alcohol please! <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> C.O.R. Equality Alliance A G.L.B.T. group that gathers out of love of God for fellowship, support & advocacy. Open to all G.L.B.T. folks and those who love them. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Next Meeting: Thursday, June 25, 2009 • 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Bring a snack to share! <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> Those Preaching Women A Multicultural Collection The 2008 publication has just been released and includes a sermon preached here at C.O.R. by Pastor Denise. Books will be on sale after worship for $18.00 (40% of proceeds go to the ministry of C.O.R.) <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><> THIS FAR BY FAITH By the late, CLARKE THOMAS Our 40th anniversary celebration has reminded many that COR has a compelling story! Now that the story has been told by the late Clarke Thomas in "This Far By Faith,” his newly published history of COR. It tells how our interracial interdenominational church has confronted the tangled, tense issues of religion, race, feminism, and differing life styles for 40 years in Pittsburgh. Copies $18.00 each. <><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><>	Future Gatherings & Meetings Restructure Task Group Wednesday July 1, 2009 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Christian Ed Planning Wednesday July 8, 2009 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Executive Committee Monday July 13, 2009 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Christian Ed Planning Wednesday July 15, 2009 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Church Council Meeting Saturday July 18, 2009 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Worship Leaders Planning Saturday, August 1, 2009, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Community of Reconciliation Church

100 N. Bellefield Avenue at Fifth, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15213

Phone: (412) 682-2751 Fax: (412) 682-2752 Email: corpgh@yahoo.com

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