Munchin' with the Ministers

Below are just a few examples of the wonderful programs that were presented this past Munchin' season! Keep checking back, the new season is being planned as you read!

MUNCHIN' WITH THE MINISTER'S BROCHURE

September 8, 2011
MR. BANJO’S OLD TIME SING-ALONG

Walt and Sue Olson, a popular local banjo duo, will kick off the Munchin’ program for this new season. Come prepared to listen and sing along to some toe-tapping music while you enjoy the friendship of others.

October 13, 2011
FROM PITTSBURGH TO ASIA AND BACK

World Mission Initiative of Pittsburgh Theological Seminary partners with a church in Southeast Asia that is growing and crossing cultural barriers with the gospel. When the group goes from Pittsburgh to Asia, they are inspired and challenged by the testimony of the Christians there. And when they come back, they continue to share in the ministry through prayer. Learn about this exciting ministry and the transforming work of partnership in mission from WMI Associate Director, Jen Haddox.

November 10, 2011
MOMENTS TO REMEMBER ABOARD AIR FORCE ONE

John L. Haigh, Sr., Former Chief Steward aboard Air Force One, has many stories and anecdotes to share that are informational, inspirational and humorous and cover more than twenty-five years of contact with presidents and other world leaders. This includes accounts of a thirty-three day around-the-world Presidential Goodwill world trip with the Apollo 17 astronauts. He repeats President Bush, Sr. in saying, “It was great to travel with the first team.”

December 8, 2011
CHRISTMAS BELLS ARE RINGING

Why did the Chimes ring? Learn the answer as you combine listening to a beloved Christmas story with the singing of favorite Christmas carols and songs. Add to that the fellowship of others and a delicious luncheon for a meaningful start to this most joyous season.

March 8, 2012
LENTEN BIBLE STUDY

Lent is a time for repentance and reflection, and each year participants in Munchin' with the Ministers dedicate a Thursday morning during this important season to focus on Scripture. The Rev. Cynthia Reyes Fillmore will lead us in this study of God's Word.

April 12, 2012
“YORK” OF THE LEWIS & CLARK EXPEDITION

Gregory Gibson Kennedy, professionally trained actor who represents Educate Us Productions, returns to Munchin’ to portray another historical figure. He will relate the story of “York,” Captain William Clark’s “manservant,” who accompanied Lewis and Clark on that long and dangerous expedition to the Pacific Ocean and back to the East (1803-1806).

May 10, 2012
BOOK REVIEW WITH DR. AUPPERLE

When Character Was King by Peggy Noonan is a marvelous biography of Ronald Reagan. It begins with his childhood, moving to early adulthood when he was a member of the Screen Actors Guild. It reaches a crescendo with his rise in political power in California and ultimately the nation. Peggy Noonan captures his honesty, persistence and patience which captured the heart of America. It is a mixture of affection and insight which brings alive this man who emerged from Hollywood, to his days on television, to his political legacy.

June 14, 2012
FLAG DAY PICNIC

Combine Flag Day, a picnic in the garden, and the entertainment and harmony of the Three Rivers (barbershop) Chorus for a great time. The fun and fellowship of others around the table will complete the scene, and you may want to wear red, white and blue to add fitting color to the occasion.