Here’s a list of what’s happening this week in our Church School classes. We offer Christian Education classes for persons of all ages, from infancy through adulthood, on Sundays, 9:45–10:45 am, unless otherwise noted. Read more about our adult classes and children and youth offerings. Read More
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Worship with Us | Week of October 15
Here’s what’s happening this week in worship.
Journey Worship | Sunday, 8:45 am
An interactive, energetic service for those seeking a fresh encounter with the gospel of Jesus Christ. Pastor BJ will preach from Isaiah 56:1–8, on the theme, Seeking Justice.
Join us on Zoom on your computer, mobile device, or tablet. If you’d like to join by telephone, call 929.205.6099 and enter Meeting ID 188 135 194 when prompted (press # if asked for a personal ID).
Sanctuary Worship | Sunday, 11 am
Our largest service, with music from the Chancel Choir and an organ prelude prior to the service. Pastor BJ will preach from Isaiah 56:1–8, and deliver his sermon, titled “Welcomed into God’s Abode.”
Download this week’s bulletin to follow along and read about upcoming events. Join us in person or watch our livestream on YouTube or Facebook. If you’d like to join by telephone, call 929.205.6099 and enter Meeting ID 188 135 194 when prompted (press # if asked for a personal ID).
Taizé Prayer Service | Wednesday, 7 pm
Join us to experience Taizé’s prayerful songs and quiet meditations. Pastor BJ will lead us.
Legislative Advocacy Resources Available on Website
On Sunday, August 27, the ELPC Mission Board Committees hosted a Letters to Legislators event during which more than 40 attendees had the opportunity to write to local, state, and national elected representatives advocating for action on social justice issues—including banned books, driving privileges for immigrants, environmental protections, fair housing and nondiscrimination policies for the LGBTQIA community, gun violence, prisoners’ rights, and more. Read More
News From Your PNC | October 2023
During August and into September, we held a series of Listening Sessions to gain in-depth insights from members of the congregation regarding what people are looking for in pastoral leadership. In September, we began to familiarize ourselves with the formal materials used by the Presbytery when a congregation is seeking a new pastor. Also in September, we were reviewing materials other similar congregations have used in their pastoral searches. Read More
Worship with Us | Week of October 8
Here’s what’s happening this week in worship.
Journey Worship | Sunday, 8:45 am
An interactive, energetic service for those seeking a fresh encounter with the gospel of Jesus Christ. Pastor Heather will preach from Exodus 20:1–4, 7–9, 12–20, on the theme, Seeking Justice.
Join us on Zoom on your computer, mobile device, or tablet. If you’d like to join by telephone, call 929.205.6099 and enter Meeting ID 188 135 194 when prompted (press # if asked for a personal ID).
Sanctuary Worship | Sunday, 11 am
Our largest service, with music from the Chancel Choir and an organ prelude prior to the service. Pastor Heather will preach from Exodus 20:1–4, 7–9, 12–20, and deliver her sermon, titled “Aha! Moments.”
Download this week’s bulletin to follow along and read about upcoming events. Join us in person or watch our livestream on YouTube or Facebook. If you’d like to join by telephone, call 929.205.6099 and enter Meeting ID 188 135 194 when prompted (press # if asked for a personal ID).
Taizé Prayer Service | Wednesday, 7 pm
Join us to experience Taizé’s prayerful songs and quiet meditations. Pastor BJ will lead us.
Church School Classes | October 8
Here’s a list of what’s happening this week in our Church School classes. We offer Christian Education classes for persons of all ages, from infancy through adulthood, on Sundays, 9:45–10:45 am, unless otherwise noted. Read more about our adult classes and children and youth offerings. Read More
Pastoral Message | October 2023
Happy Mission Month!
In October, we celebrate that the Mission Ministries of ELPC are central to our life of faith, and lift up some of the many ways in which we as a community respond to God’s call. Read More
Worship with Us | Week of October 1
Here’s what’s happening this week in worship.
Journey Worship | Sunday, 8:45 am
An interactive, energetic service for those seeking a fresh encounter with the gospel of Jesus Christ. Pastor Patrice will preach from Matthew 28:16–20, on the theme, Seeking Justice. We also will celebrate communion.
Join us on Zoom on your computer, mobile device, or tablet. If you’d like to join by telephone, call 929.205.6099 and enter Meeting ID 188 135 194 when prompted (press # if asked for a personal ID).
Sanctuary Worship | Sunday, 11 am
Our largest service, with music from the Chancel Choir and an organ prelude prior to the service. Pastor Patrice will preach from Matthew 28:16–20, and deliver her sermon, titled “Our Common Mission.” We also will celebrate communion.
Download this week’s bulletin to follow along and read about upcoming events. Join us in person or watch our livestream on YouTube or Facebook. If you’d like to join by telephone, call 929.205.6099 and enter Meeting ID 188 135 194 when prompted (press # if asked for a personal ID).
Taizé Prayer Service | Wednesday, 7 pm
Join us to experience Taizé’s prayerful songs and quiet meditations. Pastor BJ will lead us.
Church School Classes | October 1
Here’s a list of what’s happening this week in our Church School classes. We offer Christian Education classes for persons of all ages, from infancy through adulthood, on Sundays, 9:45–10:45 am, unless otherwise noted. Read more about our adult classes and children and youth offerings. Read More
Use of Pronouns
The Justice Committee invites you to use your personal pronouns when introducing yourself to others. You may have noticed new name tags at Rally Day or the Extravaganza that included a space for you to add your pronouns. We also have pronoun stickers that you can add to your permanent ELPC name tag.
Pronouns are linguistic tools that we use to refer to people. Common pronouns include she/her/hers, he/him/his, and they/them/theirs. Nonbinary pronouns include she/them, he/them, and they/them. There are other nonbinary pronouns.
Pronouns are integral to who we are, and we share pronouns because we want to avoid assuming someone’s pronouns based on factors like appearance. By sharing our own pronouns routinely, we encourage others to do the same and demonstrate that we understand the importance of sharing pronouns. Using someone’s correct pronouns is an important way of affirming someone’s identity and is a fundamental step in being an ally.