Sermons
Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Dylan Parson challenged the congregation to confront the urgent message of the minor prophet Haggai, who preached in 520 BC during the return of Jewish exiles from Babylon. Parson emphasized that Haggai’s core critique was the people’s paralysis—prioritizing comfort (like
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Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Peg Bowman continued the "Spooky Sermons" series, focusing on the story of Belshazzar from the Book of Daniel. The sermon recounted how Belshazzar, a king ruling in Babylon decades after the exile of the Israelites, desecrated sacred vessels taken from the
Election Day Food Sale
Don’t forget to visit Fairhaven today it's our Election Day Food and Bake Sale! The United Women in Faith are holding their fundraiser by selling lunch and baked goods. Eat in or Take out! Spread the word....it's the best food in town! The United
Announcements
Election Day Food Sale at Fairhaven and Spencer Soup and Sandwich Sale and Spencer Bake Sale: * Event: Soup & sandwich sale at Fairhaven UMC and bake sale at Spencer UMC * Location: Fairhaven UMC / Spencer UMC * Time: Election Day - All day - until food runs out * Details: Stop by for
Mable Speicher Friends of Fairhaven Gala
Get ready for an elegant night of dining, bidding, and community support at The Mabel Speicher Friends of Fairhaven Gala Benefit Dinner & Auction on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at the beautiful South Hills Country Club in Pittsburgh. The evening kicks off at 6:00 P.M. with a charcuterie
Sermons
Fairhaven Sermon 10 26 2025 MP30:00/946.33795918367341× Summary In this week’s service, Rev Dylan Parson opened with a contemplative look at the quiet weight of cemeteries, noting how in Ohio towns the graves of early settlers stand as silent witnesses to a forgotten past. He drew a
Laity Sunday
Fairhaven Laity Sunday 10 19 20250:00/831.4321× Summary In this week’s service, James Campana delivered a thought-provoking sermon centered around Lady Sunday and the vital role of lay Christians in ministry. He challenged the traditional clergy-laity dichotomy prevalent in many churches, arguing that it contradicts biblical teachings
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Fairhaven Sermon 10 12 20250:00/1532.3761× Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Dylan Parson explored the fascinating juxtaposition of our cultural obsession with Halloween and a seeming decline in religious participation. He observed that Americans are increasingly drawn to themes of death, ghosts, and the supernatural, spending
Sermons
Fairhaven Sermon 10 5 20250:00/901.9681× Summary In this week's service, Rev. Peg Bowman launched a new mini-series titled "Spooky Sermons," designed to explore biblical themes related to Halloween. She addressed the common Christian debate surrounding the holiday, clarifying that while some view it
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Fairhaven Sermon 9 28 20250:00/1464.7441× Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Dylan Parson explored the story of Samson and Delilah from the Book of Judges, a narrative often overlooked in favor of more familiar biblical tales. He challenged the congregation to consider Samson not as a
Fairhaven Sermon 9 21 20250:00/1216.8241× Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Peg Bowman delivered a sermon focusing on the story of Ruth from the Bible, concluding her series on childhood stories. She emphasized that while often presented as a simple tale for children, the story of
Summary Fairhaven United Methodist Church, located on a busy highway in Pittsburgh, recognized an opportunity to serve its community and partnered with Prevention Point Pittsburgh, an organization providing harm reduction services. Initially offering a weekly van in their parking lot for medical care and supplies, the church expanded this effort
Summary The video highlights the impactful ministry work being done collaboratively by the South Hills Partnership of Hilltop, Fairhaven, and Spencer churches. Individuals from each church share their experiences with various outreach programs, including food pantries, blessing bags, clothing cupboards, Vacation Bible School (VBS), and the Hilltop Table dinner series.
Fairhaven Sermon 9 14 20250:00/1236.841× In this week’s service, Rev. Dylan Parson delivered a sermon centered on the story of Noah from Genesis and its surprising parallels to J.D. Salinger’s Franny and Zooey. He challenged the congregation to reconsider Noah's role, noting
Fairhaven Sermon 9 7 20250:00/956.6161× In this week’s service, Rev. Peg Bowman explored the familiar story of David and Goliath, highlighting the surprising context surrounding this iconic tale. She emphasized that David, the future king and prolific psalmist, wasn's a celebrated figure at the
Fairhaven Sermon 8 24 20250:00/1285.8241× Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Peg Bowman explored the story of Joshua and the Battle of Jericho, placing it within its historical and archaeological context. She explained the significance of Jericho's location as a "tell" – a
Fairhaven Sermon 8 10 20250:00/1247.9041× Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Peg Bowman began a new sermon series focusing on familiar Bible stories from childhood, examining their meaning for adults today. Starting with the story of creation in Genesis, she explored both chapters 1 and 2,
Fairhaven Sermon 8 3 20230:00/1247.4721× Summary In this week’s service, Pastor Michael Airgood delivered a deeply moving and thought-provoking sermon centered on the concepts of community, forgiveness, and embracing the complexities of human relationships. Drawing heavily from the biblical story of Hosea and Gomer, the sermon
Fairhaven Sermon 7 20 20250:00/1257.361× Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Dylan Parson challenged the congregation to move beyond a comfortable understanding of faith and confront the harsh realities of injustice. Drawing on the prophet Amos, Parson emphasized that God’s ruling attribute is love, but
Fairhaven Sermon 7 13 20250:00/1111.8481× Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Dylan Parson explored the meaning of "neighbor" through a compelling examination of Luke 10 and its connection to Mr. Rogers' legacy. He challenged the conventional understanding of neighbor as someone who shares
Fairhaven Sermon 7 6 20250:00/917.281× Summary In this week’s service, Rev. Peg Bowman reflected on her recent trip to England and France, sharing impressions from her time at Oxford and her visits to London and Paris. She highlighted the importance of kindness from strangers, sharing several
