After a summer of traveling, worshiping in different places, and finding rest in new rhythms, it's time to come back together. Join us as we kick off a new season with food, games, and plenty of time to reconnect.

This year's kick-off is at Pins Mechanical Company, whose motto is "Proudly made with Midwest grit." I couldn't resist, since grit has been my word for this season. Researcher Angela Duckworth describes grit as passion and perseverance for what matters over the long haul.  My hope is that we're becoming the kind of community that keeps showing up…for one another, for our neighbors, and for the work God is inviting us into. Community isn't built in a day. It grows as we gather around tables, share life together, and faithfully return to one another, again and again.

So come hungry, bring your competitive spirit (or just your laughter), and let's celebrate the beginning of another season together.

Sunday, August 23, 2026
1:00–3:00 p.m.

Pins Mechanical Company
407 Cinema Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15203

Who: Everyone is invited! Children, youth, adults—all ages are welcome.

Cost

• $5 – Children (5th grade and younger)

• $10 – 6th grade and older

Your registration includes:

• Pizza and fountain drinks

• Duckpin bowling

• Patio pong

• Bocce

• Giant Jenga

• Slide

• Arcade games

Guests may also want to bring a few quarters for optional games like ping pong, foosball, and pinball.