Lately I have been reflecting on how much of my journey of faith has been shaped by the invitation of another. In high school, my best friend Susan invited me to an ecumenical youth group that met on Mondays nearby, and I said yes. That became the first of many Mondays spent laughing, praying, singing, and hearing God’s Word with a community of kids from different schools and churches—many of whom are still dear friends of mine today. Through this youth group, I engaged in my first Bible study, first faith retreat, first mission project, and first Protestant worship service. Read More
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Worship with Us | Week of June 2
Here’s what’s happening this week in worship.
Summer Worship | Sunday, 10 am
Pastor Heather will preach from Mark 2:23–3:6, and deliver her sermon, titled “New Priorities.”
Join us in the Courtyard (weather permitting). Additional seating is available in the Garth Overlook Room for those who prefer to stay indoors, and the service will be livestreamed to a screen inside.
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 | May 26
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 May 26
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 Luke 10:25–37, on the theme, Courageous Community.
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 Luke 10:25–37 and deliver her sermon, titled “Fear Not.”
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 | May 19
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 May 19
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 Acts 2:1–8,14–21, on the theme, Courageous Community.
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 Acts 2:1–8,14–21 and deliver her sermon, titled “First Breath.”
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.
Worship with Us | Week of May 12
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. This week, we’ll gather in the Sanctuary. Pastor BJ will preach from John 17:6–19, on the theme, Courageous Community.
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 17:6–19, and deliver his sermon, titled “Jesus Prays for Us!”
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 | May 12
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 | May 2024
I was signing off a Zoom call a few weeks ago and a pastor friend of mine said, in John 20:19–23, when Jesus appeared to the disciples behind locked doors, he said four things to them:
Peace be with you (twice).
I am sending you.
Receive the Holy Spirit.
Forgive others’ sins.
The simplicity, relevance, and power of these words really struck me! No matter what time or season we find ourselves in, these words and their encouragement and empowerment are profound. Read More
News From Your PNC | May 2024
Dear ELPC Members, Friends and Staff,
We have had a great response to our advertisements and postings for the Senior Pastor position at ELPC. The Pastoral Nominating Committee continues to meet, pray, and review candidates’ resumés and statements of faith. We have begun interviewing candidates and have asked a few back for second interviews. As of mid-April, we have narrowed down the candidate list and now are preparing for in-person interviews and seeing and hearing these candidates preach in neutral pulpits. Please continue to pray for us. Read More