9-11 Day of Blessing

Firemen Guy and John On 9/11 every year, the congregation at Emmanuel plans an array of goodies to take to the Firefighters at the Manchester Station about 2 blocks west the church. It is part of an effort to be good neighbors to the businesses, services, and residents of the community surrounding the church.  Since…

We Have a “Situation”

It started when abutting roof layers lifted and water eked in slowly, wetting the interior walls on both sides of the seam between the buildings. A little water goes a long way and before we knew what was really happening, interior walls were damaged on both sides — meaning the sanctuary side and the small…

How to Pray for the Victims of “Harvey”

Dear Emmanuel Family, Father Don, reminds us to pray for the individuals affected by the flood – not just the situation.  He finds trying to pray more globally for the “situation” is problematic because he cannot see with the eyes of God.  By focusing on the individual faces, he finds that he is much more engaged…

Allegheny West Wine and Garden Tour!

Allegheny West Wine and Garden Tour Features Emmanuel Episcopal!   ¡Delicioso! Spanish wines, food make for a tasty Allegheny West garden tour Sip Spanish wine, eat tapas and visit a historic church, homes and gardens on the North Side in the Allegheny West Wine and Garden Tour.

Mother’s Day Gifts – Plant Sale May 5-6

Looking for a Gift for Mother’s Day?  How about a Live Plant? The Ladies of Emmanuel are sponsoring a plant sale for Mother’s Day Gifts!  This is a chance to help a good cause AND honor the special women in your life with a live plant! We have an assortment of Annuals, Perennials, Herbs, and Vegetables — all…