St. John's Harrold Reformed United Church of Christ

St. John's Harrold Reformed United Church of Christ Sunday Service 9:30 AM, Social 10:30 AM, Church School 11:00 AM. ALL WELCOME! St. It is the oldest Reformed Church west of the Alleghenies, founded in 1772.

John's Harrold Reformed United Church of Christ is considered to be the Mother of the Reformed Churches of Westmoreland County. People of the reformed faith began to settle in the Harrold area as early as 1760. A School teacher, Balthazer Myer, taught school and conducted worship services in the first church building which was erected in 1772. Records dating back to 1772 relate that he baptized and read sermons in the German language. The first church building was a log building of pioneer fashion. Hewn logs served as seats. Records indicate that animals such as birds and squirrels had access to the building and sometimes made their appearance during the worship services. In these early days, Indian uprisings were a threat to all. Consequently, Fort Allen was built somewhere near the church in 1774. As new settlers came into the area, the need for a new church arose. The old log church was no longer adequate. On May 28, 1829, the cornerstone for a new church was laid. It was a sturdy structure built with stone and later became known as the "Old Stone Church". In 1892, the present church building was erected after the "Old Stone Church" was torn down. The present church building has many irreplaceable fixtures, such as the unique ceiling and chandelier, the windows, and the solid white oak pews. The sanctuary promotes an atmosphere of warmth and closeness of the worshiping congregation. The light of St. John's Harrold Reformed United Church of Christ has beamed out over the community these many years. The light still shines today. We thank God for these many years. We also realize that we cannot live on past tradition. We must continue to move on. John's Harrold Reformed United Church of Christ has no less days to worship and serve God than it did when it began in 1772.

09/13/2026

Old Testament: Exodus 14: 19 -31
Psalm 114
Epistle: Romans 14: 1- 12
Gospel: Matthew 18: 21 - 35
Sermon: "70 x 7 = Infinity"

09/13/2026

And then he told them. Go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone. Mark 16:15 NLT

Did you know that you are the church? You are commissioned by Jesus to preach the Good News to everyone. It's not just the job of the pastor or the staff of your church to grow the family of God. Every Christian is empowered through the Holy Spirit to tell others about the love of God.

09/12/2026

Turn away from evil and do good. Search for peace and work to maintain it. Psalm 34:14 NLT

God wants us to live peaceful lives. God hates the insecurity and fear that evil brings to our lives. Christ follower is being a peace seeker. Make a list of how you can be an agent of peace in your community. Do you feel moved to make amends with neighbors? Co-workers? Family members? Maybe you feel called to speak against a particular injustice? It could be that you are nudged to finally agree to volunteer in your local church. Make steps to be a peacemaker today!

09/11/2026

The purpose of my instruction is that all believers would be filled with love that comes from a pure heart, a clear conscience, and genuine faith. 1 Timothy 1:5 NLT

The purpose of listening to others teach the Bible is that we all would be filled with God's love and grow a genuine faith. It is important to make sure the teaching we hear, the books we read, and the media we consume helps to grow in our faith and leave us with a clear conscience. What we allow to influence us makes all the difference on the condition of our spiritual life.

09/10/2026

Let your conversation be gracious and attractive so that you will have the right response for everyone. Colossians 4:6 NLT

The words we choose in our everyday conversations tell the most about who we are. If we choose a harsh tone and unkind words, it's going to be hard for those around you to see God's grace at work in your life. When we speak harshly it also makes it hard for those who love you to see you as a cherished child of God. Often resulting in others responding to us with negativity. This is why it's so important for us to choose grace in the way we communicate. Be the one who ends the cycle of negativity in your relationships. Let your words be a beacon of light to those around you.

09/09/2026

For you know quite well that the day of the Lord's return will come unexpectedly, like a thief in the night. 1 Thessalonians 5:2 NLT

As Believers we have to be ready for the day God calls us home. There will be a day when God's just judgement will come to the Earth. For every person we are judged when we pass from this Earth to the next. This understanding brings passion and urgency to our Christian walk. Are you ready for God's coming judgement? The Bible charges us to be those who expect what will come as a shock to the world when they get to see Jesus face-to-face.

Join us for an Afternoon of Inspiring Music on Sunday, September 20th at 4:00 p.m. featuring Robert Copeland on the 1947...
09/08/2026

Join us for an Afternoon of Inspiring Music on Sunday, September 20th at 4:00 p.m. featuring Robert Copeland on the 1947 Moller organ along with other instrumentalists and singers. All are welcome.

09/08/2026

Can anything ever separate us from Christ's love? Does it mean he no longer loves us if we have trouble or calamity, or are you persecuted, or hungry, or destitute, or in danger, or threatened with death? Romans 8:35 NLT

The answer to these questions is an empathic No! Nothing can separate Christ from us once we ask Him into our heart. But also realize that troubles are Not an indication that God is withholding His love for us. Calamity, persecution, hunger, destitution, danger, and death are all a result of living in a broken world.

09/07/2026

And now just as you accepted Christ Jesus as your Lord, you must continue to follow him. Let your roots grow down into him, and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness. Colossians 2:6-7 NLT

The Christian life is never stagnant. Once we accept Jesus we must continue to be vigilant in the choice to follow after Him. As we grow in our understanding of who He is, the Bible, and grow strong ties to other Believers then deep roots of faith grow in our lives. When we are rooted in our faith we are able to stand strong when we go through the storms of this life.

09/06/2026

Scriptures: Old Testament: Exodus 12: 1 - 14
Psalm 149
Epistle: Romans 13: 8 - 14
Gospel: Matthew 18: 15 - 20
Sermon: "Under The Blood"

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103 Saint Johns Church Road
Greensburg, PA
15601

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(724) 834-1721

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