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 April 7
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 I Corinthians 15:19–20, on the theme, Growing in God’s Promises.
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 I Corinthians 15:19–20, and deliver his sermon, titled “Implementing the Achievement”
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.
Pastoral Message | April 2024
On January 1, 2022, Youth Poet Laureate Amanda Gorman released a poem on social media “to celebrate the new year and to honor the hurt and the humanity of the last one.“ What follows are a few excerpts from the poem that Gorman spoke.
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Worship with Us | Holy Week & Easter
Here’s what’s happening this week in worship.
Palm Sunday 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 Matthew 26:17–30, on the theme, Transformed by Grace.
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).
Palm Sunday 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 Matthew 26:17–30, and deliver her sermon, titled “How Did We Get Here?”
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 Stations of the Cross Service | Wednesday, 7 pm
Pastor BJ will lead us as we journey through the 14 traditional Stations of the Cross, with readings, sung prayers, and silence.
Maundy Thursday Service | Thursday, 7 pm
Join us in the Sanctuary as we remember Jesus’ Last Supper with his disciples as they celebrated the Passover Feast together. We will celebrate the Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper together. Pastor Heather will preach from John 13:1–17, 34–35, and deliver her sermon, titled “True Love.”
Good Friday Service | Friday, 12 pm
Worship together as we remember the passion and crucifixion of Jesus, with gratitude for the grace of God in Christ. Pastor Heather will preach from Isaiah 53:1–13, and deliver a homily, titled “How Did We Get Here? (Part 3).”
Good Friday Service | Friday, 7 pm
Pastor Patrice will lead a Tenebrae service of shadows.
Easter Vigil | Saturday, 7 pm
Pastor BJ will lead this processional vigil, beginning on the Penn Ave. steps. The procession will move into the Narthex and Sanctuary, culminating in the celebration of the first Holy Communion of the Easter season.
Easter Sunday Journey Worship | Sunday, 8:45 am
We will rejoice as we celebrate Jesus’ Resurrection. We will sing Alleluia once more, praising God for the saving work of Jesus and the new life he has won for all. Pastor Patrice will preach from John 20:1–18 on the theme, Transformed by Grace. The Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper will be celebrated.
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).
Easter Sunday Sanctuary Worship | Sunday, 11 am
Join us as we celebrate Jesus’ Resurrection. We will sing Alleluia once more, praising God for the saving work of Jesus and the new life he has won for all. Pastor Patrice will preach from John 20:1–18, and deliver her sermon, titled “(Un)Finished Business.” The Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper will be celebrated.
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).
Worship with Us | Week of March 24
Here’s what’s happening this week in worship.
Palm Sunday 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 Matthew 26:17–30, on the theme, Transformed by Grace.
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).
Palm Sunday 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 Matthew 26:17–30, and deliver her sermon, titled “How Did We Get Here?”
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 Stations of the Cross Service | Wednesday, 7 pm
Pastor BJ will lead us as we journey through the 14 traditional Stations of the Cross, with readings, sung prayers, and silence.
Maundy Thursday Service | Thursday, 7 pm
Join us in the Sanctuary as we remember Jesus’ Last Supper with his disciples as they celebrated the Passover Feast together. We will celebrate the Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper together. Pastor Heather will preach.
Good Friday Service | Friday, 12 pm
Pastor Heather will lead us as we remember the passion and crucifixion of Jesus, with gratitude for the grace of God in Christ.
Good Friday Service | Friday, 7 pm
Pastor Patrice will lead a Tenebrae service of light and darkness. The service will feature Lenten hymns, and readings of both the seven “I Am” statements made by Christ, as well as a compilation of seven “I Am Not” statements made by Christ’s adversaries as recorded in John 18 and 19.
Easter Vigil | Saturday, 7 pm
Pastor BJ will lead this processional vigil, beginning on the Penn Ave. steps. The procession will move into the Narthex and Sanctuary, culminating in the celebration of the first Holy Communion of the Easter season.
Easter Sunday Journey Worship | Sunday, 8:45 am
We will rejoice as we celebrate Jesus’ Resurrection. We will sing Alleluia once more, praising God for the saving work of Jesus and the new life he has won for all. Pastor Patrice will preach. The Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper will be celebrated.
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).
Easter Sunday Sanctuary Worship | Sunday, 11 am
Join us as we celebrate Jesus’ Resurrection. We will sing Alleluia once more, praising God for the saving work of Jesus and the new life he has won for all. Pastor Patrice will preach. The Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper will be celebrated.
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).
Church School Classes | March 24
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
Church School Classes | March 17
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
Worship with Us | Week of March 17
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 John 12:1–8, on the theme, Transformed by Grace.
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 John 12:1–8, and deliver his sermon, titled “What a Waste?”
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 | March 10
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
Worship with Us | Week of March 10
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. Our guest preacher, the Rev. Dr. Teri McDowell Ott will preach from 1 Corinthians 13 on the theme, Transformed by Grace.
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. The Rev. Dr. Teri McDowell Ott will preach from 1 Corinthians 13, and deliver her sermon, titled “Choose Love.”
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.