Open Door Lenten Silent Retreat
Mar
20
to Mar 22

Open Door Lenten Silent Retreat

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Step away from the noise and into a soul-restoring weekend of contemplative silence. This Lenten retreat invites participants to rest, listen, and encounter the Divine through extended silence, communal prayer, and gentle guided practices rooted in the monastic tradition. The retreat will lean into themes from the all-church Lenten book, Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine May (book group participation not required).

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Equinox Sunday Brunch Church
Mar
22
10:30 AM10:30

Equinox Sunday Brunch Church

The Open Door Presbyterian Church Equinox Sunday Brunch Church.

"Brunch Church" is back in 2026!  Eating together is one of the Open Door's five practices, and last summer our "brunch church" gatherings were a great way to deepen relationships through that practice.  In 2026 we plan to celebrate the seasonal equinox/solstices with a meal (so, quarterly meals together).  


This Sunday, March 22nd, will be our first meal together.  

Please sign up to bring a dish to share, and see you there!

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Lent Book Group
Mar
24
6:30 PM18:30

Lent Book Group

Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine May
Tuesday, February 24, 6:30 - 8 pm @ the Bell’s home

Join us each Tuesday evening during Lent with Pastor Jenn to explore the “emotional, spiritual, and geographical reality of the cold times, the dark days, and those periods of our lives when things are neither soft, nor easy.”

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Lent Book Group
Mar
31
6:30 PM18:30

Lent Book Group

Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine May
Starting Tuesday, February 24, 6:30 - 8 pm @ the Thomas’ home

Join us each Tuesday evening during Lent with Pastor Jenn to explore the “emotional, spiritual, and geographical reality of the cold times, the dark days, and those periods of our lives when things are neither soft, nor easy.”

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2026 Open Door Youth Retreat
Apr
24
to Apr 25

2026 Open Door Youth Retreat

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Registration Deadline: Sunday, March 29, 2026

Please complete the form to register for the Open Door Youth Retreat to be held at Crestfield Camp and Conference Center , Friday, April 24th - Saturday, April 25th.

We will leave together promptly at 5 p.m. from 134 Stratford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA. Return Saturday evening at 5pm.

The theme of the 2026 Youth Retreat is Creating Passageways: Hospitality

Prices (listed below) include lodging and 3 meals. The Children and Youth Ministry budget subsidized the retreat costs to make it more affordable for attendees. Financial assistance is also available and cost should not be a barrier to attendance: 

     - Friday - Dinner

     - Saturday - Breakfast and Lunch 

The cost is $30.00 per youth.

Pay and register here: 2026-open-door-youth-retreat

What to bring will follow registration

Please contact Stephanie Bell with any retreat related questions: stephanie@pghopendoor.org

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Lent Book Group
Mar
17
6:30 PM18:30

Lent Book Group

Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine May
Starting Tuesday, February 24, 6:30 - 8 pm @ the Thomas’ home

Join us each Tuesday evening during Lent with Pastor Jenn to explore the “emotional, spiritual, and geographical reality of the cold times, the dark days, and those periods of our lives when things are neither soft, nor easy.”

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Lent Book Group
Mar
10
6:30 PM18:30

Lent Book Group

Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine May
Starting Tuesday, February 24, 6:30 - 8 pm @ the Thomas’ home

Join us each Tuesday evening during Lent with Pastor Jenn to explore the “emotional, spiritual, and geographical reality of the cold times, the dark days, and those periods of our lives when things are neither soft, nor easy.”

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Lent Book Group
Mar
3
6:30 PM18:30

Lent Book Group

Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine May
Starting Tuesday, February 24, 6:30 - 8 pm @ the Thomas’ home

Join us each Tuesday evening during Lent with Pastor Jenn to explore the “emotional, spiritual, and geographical reality of the cold times, the dark days, and those periods of our lives when things are neither soft, nor easy.”

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Lent Book Group
Feb
24
6:30 PM18:30

Lent Book Group

Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times by Katherine May
Starting Tuesday, February 24, 6:30 - 8 pm @ the Thomas’ home

Join us each Tuesday evening during Lent with Pastor Jenn to explore the “emotional, spiritual, and geographical reality of the cold times, the dark days, and those periods of our lives when things are neither soft, nor easy.”

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Evening - Ash Wednesday at the Farm
Feb
18
5:00 PM17:00

Evening - Ash Wednesday at the Farm

Come to be reminded that you are made from dust, to dust you shall return, and God does amazing things with dust. 

Pastor Jenn Frayer-Griggs will pass out ashes (and coffee!) at Garfield Community Farm on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 18, from 7-9 am, and from 5-7 pm. Drop-in anytime between these hours at the small pavilion/labyrinth area for prayers, imposing of ashes, and a time of reflection. 

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Morning - Ash Wednesday at the Farm
Feb
18
7:00 AM07:00

Morning - Ash Wednesday at the Farm

Come to be reminded that you are made from dust, to dust you shall return, and God does amazing things with dust. 

Pastor Jenn Frayer-Griggs will pass out ashes (and coffee!) at Garfield Community Farm on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 18, from 7-9 am, and from 5-7 pm. Drop-in anytime between these hours at the small pavilion/labyrinth area for prayers, imposing of ashes, and a time of reflection. 

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Pastor Jenn's Installation!
Feb
8
3:00 PM15:00

Pastor Jenn's Installation!

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Come celebrate how lucky Jenn is. She will be officially installed as your pastor and Minister of Word and Sacrament on February 8, 2026. Members from the Pittsburgh Presbytery will be in attendance.

When: February 8, 2026, 3 pm

Where: Valley View Presbyterian Church


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Children & Youth Volunteer Training
Jan
18
9:30 AM09:30

Children & Youth Volunteer Training

Monthly training and conversation space for all youth mentors and leaders (and children's ministry volunteers). We’ll meet on the third Sunday of each month at 9:30 AM at TNA before worship to connect, reflect, and grow together.

We'll be reading and discussing:
Woven: Nurturing a Faith Your Kid Doesn't Have to Heal From
by Meredith Miller
https://a.co/d/iPuNm9Z

If you can grab a copy, awesome! If you need help getting one, just let me know as soon as possible and I’ll make sure you have it in time.

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Worship Service - Welcoming New...
Jan
11
10:30 AM10:30
Worship

Worship Service - Welcoming New...

The Open Door Presbyterian Church Worship Service

All are Welcome!

Sunday Worship: 1/11/ 2026

Location: TNA

Service: Lessons and Carols

Welcoming New Covenant Partners, Installation of New Deacons and Elders - TNA 

Bring a treat to share!

Our Worship Space is in the educational building of The Neighborhood Academy

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Advent Small Group
Dec
22
6:30 PM18:30

Advent Small Group

Give Me a Word by Christine Valtners Painter

Join us on Monday evenings during Advent for a time of contemplation and sharing as we dive into some contemplative and creative practices of listening for a word from God. Grab the book from your favorite bookseller and join us in this Advent journey. If you need help getting your hands on the book, reach out to Pastor Jenn.

Mondays: December 1, 8, 15, and 22, from 6:30 pm - 8 pm

Location: The Bell’s Home

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Advent Small Group
Dec
15
6:30 PM18:30

Advent Small Group

Give Me a Word by Christine Valtners Painter

Join us on Monday evenings during Advent for a time of contemplation and sharing as we dive into some contemplative and creative practices of listening for a word from God. Grab the book from your favorite bookseller and join us in this Advent journey. If you need help getting your hands on the book, reach out to Pastor Jenn.

Mondays: December 1, 8, 15, and 22, from 6:30 pm - 8 pm

Location: The Bell’s Home

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