The invite in a beautiful shade of purple, Gwen’s favorite color, simply stated “One Girl In One Neighborhood, With One Chance to get it right.”

On Feb. 20, supporters of Gwen’s Girls were invited to recognize the accomplishments of Gwen’s Girls Inc., a gender specific agency founded by the late Pittsburgh Police Commander Gwendolyn Elliott.

GWEN’S GIRLS

From the very beginning, Elliot was destined to be a champion for women and girls. She began to break down barriers for women as early as 1964, when she entered the male-dominated military. She continued to break barriers when she became one of the first African-American female police officers in 1973—and eventually became the first woman promoted to sergeant and, ultimately, commander.

With busy school schedules and after-school activities, family life often becomes an even bigger balancing act. As a frazzled parent now faced with less time to get dinner on the table, the same meals easily become routine, and before you know it you’re stuck in a cooking rut. Spark up your meals with Pace Picante sauce—an easy twist to add veggies, texture, flavor and kick and get your dinner ready in no time. Try these simple tips and easy recipes guaranteed to bring excitement back to your family’s mealtime.

SPICY SAUSAGE & LINGUINI

Moving toward Christian excellence in service was the theme of the 143rd session of the Allegheny Scranton District Conference of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. The 23 churches from Pittsburgh and other communities converged on Clairton, the City of Prayer, to convene and worship together.

DIGNITARIES—Clairton dignitaries surround Elder Eric L. Brown and Rev. Dr. Judith Moore, pastor of First AME Church in Clairton, fourth and fifth from the left. First AME was the host church for the conference.

“It was a time of learning and to find out what AME worship is all about,” said Rev. Dr. Judith C. Moore, pastor of First AME Church in Clairton where the three-day event was held. The conference had not been held at First AME in more than 20 years, according to Moore.

Pre-pastoral anniversary

MARCH 10—Triedstone Baptist Church of Rankin, 18 Harriet St., Rankin, will host their Pre-Pastoral Anniversary Revival Service at 7 p.m. This is the 6th pastoral anniversary celebration of Rev. Nathaniel Pennybaker and Rev. Terri Pennybaker. The theme is “Edifying the Body in 2010.” The revival will run through March 12 and will include guest preachers Rev. DeNeice Welch, Rev. Earlene Coleman and Rev. Dr. Stephen J. Russell Jr. There will also be a concert celebration at 6 p.m. with gospel recording Artist Aaron Clark and Ministry from Ohio. The Pastoral Anniversary will be March 14 at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. at New Hope Baptist Church in Braddock with Rev. Darryl Grayson and Rev. Dr. William H. Curtis. For more information, call 412-271-3000 or visit www.triedstonebaptist.org or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .