By Matthew Peaslee

Bishop David Bonnar came home earlier this summer. The South Hills native, and former priest of the Diocese of Pittsburgh, was named bishop of the Diocese of Youngstown, Ohio, in the fall of 2020. Last month, Bonnar celebrated a homecoming Mass at his former parish -- a place that truly formed his life's mission.

When people think about clergy and how they came to their calling, they might begin to think about their backgrounds, experiences, college majors and even what they did in earlier careers. Some might imagine a liberal arts major who studied history and religion. Others might think about a psychology major who spent time as a social worker. Chances are, though, that people may not think about individuals who majored in business and worked in the corporate world before feeling their call.

The Clothes 4U ministry of the First United Methodist Church, 200 State Street, Belle Vernon, will be open to the public on Tuesday, March 9 and Tuesday March 23 (weather permitting) from 9:00 a.m. to Noon.   We ask that you wear your mask and practice social distancing while on the premises.   We will be accepting donations at that time. Please remember, if you have an immediate need or wish to drop off donations, please call the church office with your request (724-929-4696) and we will do our best to serve you on an individual basis. Thank you for your continued support of this ministry. Read more...

St. Nicholas Orthodox Church, located on Sixth Street in Monongahela will begin the season of Great Lent on Monday, March 15. The schedule of Lenten services for the first week include: Read more...