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​Grand Finale Weekend

Save the Date

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Weekend of May 16-17, 2026

Celebratory Banquet

to be held at Nevillewood Country Club

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Special Worship Service which will include former pastors and members

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An Old-Fashioned Strawberry Festival on the church lawn

Launch Off Sunday

Was celebrated on Sunday September 7, 2025

with a special worship service commemorating
the first worship service at Bower Hill on Sept 10, 1950

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Followed by a special meal and activities

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Worship Service Video   Sermon Video   Sermon Text

Rob Lowe (Pittsburgh Presbytery) - Congratulations

Activities

Balloon Release Video

Trivia Time Video

Brian Snyder and Dave Hicks Interview Video

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Birthday Sunday

Was celebrated on Sunday February 1, 2026

with a special worship service commemorating

the first worship service at Bower Hill on February 4, 1951. There were speakers from four of the organizations with which we have been involved for many years.

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The service was followed by filling bags to give to some of the organizations we support and a potluck meal

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Worship Service Video   Sermon Video   Pastoral Prayer

First Baptist - Congratulations

South Hills Interfaith Movement - Congratulations

The Neighborhood Academy - Congratulations

Casa San Jose - Congratulations

Happy Birthday Singing with Cake

 

Activities

Filling Bags and Potluck Slideshow

Popular Potluck Dishes

1950s

  • Main dishes-Meatloaf with ketchup glaze, Baked ham with pineapple rings, Creamed chicken over biscuits, Swiss steak with tomato gravy

  • Sides & appetizers-Deviled eggs, Chicken à la King on toast, Cherry fluff

  • Desserts-Classic apple pie, Jello molds with fruit

1960s

  • Main dishes-Stuffed bell peppers, Chicken and dumplings, Beef stroganoff, Tuna noodle casserole, Sloppy Joes

  • Sides & appetizers-Watergate salad (pistachio pudding, pineapple, marshmallows), Ambrosia salad

  • Desserts-Pineapple upside‑down cake, Banana pudding, Bundt cakes

1970s

  • Main dishes-Lasagna with cottage cheese, Porcupine meatballs, Salisbury steak, Chicken Divan, Johnny Marzetti casserole (ground beef, noodles, tomato sauce)

  • Sides & appetizers-Velveeta‑Rotel cheese dip, Amish macaroni salad, Layered taco salad

  • Desserts-Dump cake, Carrot cake, Chocolate pudding pie

1980s

  • Main dishes-BBQ beef brisket, Cheesy chicken spaghetti, Ham and scalloped potatoes, Stuffed shells

  • Sides & appetizers-Funeral potatoes (cheesy hash brown casserole), Broccoli salad with bacon and raisins, Seven‑layer salad, Crockpot meatballs

  • Desserts-Texas sheet cake, Strawberry pretzel salad, No‑bake cheesecakes

1990s

  • Main dishes-Chicken Alfredo bake, Taco casserole, Pulled pork, Baked ziti

  • Sides & appetizers-Pasta salad with Italian dressing, Buffalo chicken dip, Mini quiches, Spinach artichoke dip

  • Desserts-Rice Krispies treats, Chocolate chip cookie bars, Oreo dirt cake

2000s

  • Main dishes-Teriyaki chicken thighs, Stuffed chicken breasts, Buffalo chicken pasta bake, Mini meatloaf muffins

  • Sides & appetizers-Caprese skewers, Fruit trays with yogurt dip, Chicken Caesar wraps, Hummus platters

  • Desserts-Cupcakes with themed frosting, Cheesecake bars, Fruit pizza

2010s

  • Main dishes-Slow‑cooker pot roast, Enchilada casserole, Lentil shepherd’s pie, Chicken tikka masala, Pulled chicken sliders

  • Sides & appetizers-Kale & quinoa salad, Charcuterie boards

  • Desserts-Gluten‑free brownies, Salted caramel everything

2020s

  • Main dishes-Plant‑based meatloaf, Birria tacos, Sheet‑pan chicken, Korean BBQ sliders

  • Sides & appetizers-Air‑fried cauliflower bites, Mini charcuterie cups, Global fusion dips, Roasted veggie platters

  • Desserts-Sourdough focaccia “art”, Individual dessert cups, Ube or matcha‑inspired treats​

 

Donations

​MANY THANKS TO THE ANONYMOUS DONORS THAT HAVE CONTRIBUTED TO THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY FUNDS

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  1. Donor that gave $600 for those who wore hats on Easter Sunday

  2. Donor who gave $500 for those who wore the colors in the stained-glass on Launch Off Sunday

  3. Donor who gave a $1,000 donation

  4. Donor who gave a $4,000 donation.

 

We thank these donors from the bottom of our hearts and promise to use these funds wisely!!​

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​​Follow events and activities on the

75th Anniversary page on Facebook

Historical Audio and Video on Youtube Page.

​​Check out old video and audio of interview with the founding pastor and his wife, audio from  a phonograph record of the choir, etc. 

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