Judy talks with Tarra Layne Birdsall, Emsworth vocalist, about her time on NBC’s The Voice and her upcoming concert at Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon, Saturday, December 6th at 7:00.  All proceeds benefit Undue Medical Debt, an organization helping those in our community with crippling medical bills.  

Tickets at 

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-classic-christmas-by-candlelight-with-tarra-layne-tickets-1778687114039?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPMTczODQ3NjQyNjcwMzcwAAEeAI4F_C7bvpr99PgVCY91LebYvUR8RC_BwVHSnQ941tAdAC9v9ECCfm-MOYM_aem_jX6Y30ek7y0WE5BWqDkysQ

Website for Undue Medical Debt:

https://unduemedicaldebt.org/

Church website:

www.cpcba.org

Judy sits down with Pastor Heather Schoenewolf and Lisa Long to discuss food insecurity in the community and how CPCBA can help.

Www.cpcba.org

Email - [email protected]

FB - Community Pres Church of Ben Avon - CPCBA

Cassie and Judy discuss the many upcoming activities at CPCBA.  The theme for this season is Finding Hope.

Annual Congregational Thanksgiving dinner will be held after the service on Sunday, November 16.

Craft Show and Cookie Walk - Sat. December 6 (10-4), Sun. December 7 (11:30-2, Craft Fair only)

Tim Heavener and Tarra Layne will present an evening of Christmas Songs, Saturday, December 6, at 7.  Tickets $15 benefiting UndueMedicalDebt.org at

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-classic-christmas-by-candlelight-with-tarra-layne-tickets-1778687114039?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPMTczODQ3NjQyNjcwMzcwAAEeAI4F_C7bvpr99PgVCY91LebYvUR8RC_BwVHSnQ941tAdAC9v9ECCfm-MOYM_aem_jX6Y30ek7y0WE5BWqDkysQ

Questions - email Cassie @ [email protected]

Website:  www.cpcba.org

church office:  [email protected]

Full Christmas season schedule will be on the website soon!

This cross post from North Boros Beat shows how Bellevue Elementary is welcoming and inclusive to the growing immigrant population in their community.    

Judy talks with Principal Dr. Michael Amick and mural artist Scott Brozovich about how Graffiti Arts cultivates student creativity at Bellevue Elementary.  A new mural celebrates the diversity of the school.  We also talk about how the changing student population both enhances and challenges life at the school.  We also touch on the growth of murals in the Pittsburgh area.  

See our Facebook page, North Boros Beat Podcast, to see pictures of the Bellevue Elementary School murals.

Ideas for a podcast episode - contact us at [email protected]

Judy talks with Cassie Semler, Director of Faith Formation, about this year’s Vacation Bible School, “Step Right Up!”.  Learn about how this year’s VBS will incorporate fun and faith into a time of fellowship for kids and adults alike.

Monday through Friday, July 14 through 18.

5-7 PM

Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon, 7501 Church Avenue, Pgh, PA 15202

Questions (412) 761-1233

Kids of all ages welcome (and adults, too!)

Cassie Semler, Director of Faith Formation, outlines the many activities planned in December to celebrate Christmas.

Church Website
http://cpcba.squarespace.com/
Phone: 412-761-1233

Advent/Christmas Event Calendar
http://cpcba.squarespace.com/blog/2024/11/21/christmas-calendar

In this episode, we talk with the new pastor of Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon.  Pastor Heather Schoenewolf has an interesting background and brings a wealth of experience to our church.  We are so happy that she has answered the call to our congregation.

Church Website:
http://cpcba.squarespace.com/

Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/benavonpres?

Rev. Susan Rothenberg, Temporary Pastor at CPCBA, talks about her time with our church.  Susan recalls some favorite moments, what she has learned, and advice for the future of CPCBA.  

We will miss you, Pastor Susan.  Thank you for your spiritual leadership and friendship.

Judy talks with Cassie Semler, Director of Faith Formation at Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon about this year’s Vacation Bible School.  It was a unique experience for kids and adults, alike.  Learn more about the wonders of life and God.

Note:  audio of the VBS Skit and the Talk Sessions will be put out later.  If you subscribe/follow Hill By The River, your podcast app will notify you.  Thanks.

Hannah Dearborn, Director of the CTP Spring Play, talks to us about this unique performance.  Hear about this free event at Community Presbyterian Church of Ben Avon.

Thursday, April 18, 7:30 pm
Friday, April 19, 7:30 pm
Saturday, April 20, 2:00 pm

Community Theatre Players website:

https://bactp.com/