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Children and Youth Ministry Update from Nordia Bennett, Children’s Minister
Two On One: Happiest Season with Rev. Sara Nave Fisher
Welcome Nordia Bennett, Children’s Minister
StillSpeaking Devotional “Grace to Forgive” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
“Most Beautiful”
‘Tis the Season ⛄
“The Majesty and Glory of Your Name”
StillSpeaking Devotional “Entitlement” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
“Our God Reigns”
“How Great Thou Art”
Yale News: Divinity School presents awards for eight alumni
StillSpeaking Devotional “Love Triangle” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
This Sunday’s Guest Pastor: The Rev. Madison T. Shockley II
Happy Birthday to Us!
First and Best Days at Park Avenue Christian Church
Happy 211th Birthday Park Avenue Christian Church!
StillSpeaking Devotional “I Hate” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
StillSpeaking Devotional “Plumb Lines” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
“God Is”
“Love”
StillSpeaking Devotional “Missing Jesus” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
“For Every Mountain”
“Imagine Me”
StillSpeaking Devotional “Who God Isn’t” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
“My Life Is In Your Hands”
StillSpeaking Devotional “Nobody Likes a Grumpy Giver” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
StillSpeaking Devotional “Enough of the Shame” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
“When In Our Music God is Glorified”
StillSpeaking Devotional “Confidence” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
StillSpeaking Devotional “Holy Land” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
#BloomWithPride testimonial from Leonne Tanis
“I Can Only Be Me”
StillSpeaking Devotional “Their Name Was Bachos” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
“Here I Am Lord”
StillSpeaking Devotional “Deep Listening” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
“Holy, Holy, Holy”
“Holy Spirit”
StillSpeaking Devotional “On the Stick of Change” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
“Oh My Soul”
“I Am What You See”
Today’s Prayers of the People, by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
StillSpeaking Devotional “Course Correction” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
“Love”
“The Shepherd Song”
StillSpeaking Devotional “Walking Off with Jesus” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
“Always”
“Anthem of Praise”
StillSpeaking Devotional “He Knew” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
“Hosanna”
“Dilo a Cristo”
“Wondrous Love”
Manhattan Candidate Forum for Manhattan District Attorney
StillSpeaking Devotional “Fearless Women” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
#BloomWithThePark
“Tome Valor” (Take Courage)
StillSpeaking Devotional “Blinkers” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
StillSpeaking Devotional “God Is in the Waters” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
“They That Wait”
“Quema tu Baal”
“Order My Steps”
StillSpeaking Devotional “God Singing the Blues” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
“Stir Up the Gift”
“Wash O God Our Songs & Daughters”
StillSpeaking Devotional “Betrayed by a Star” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
“Endless Light”
“Jesus the Light of the World”
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
StillSpeaking Devotional “Stand” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
“Joy to the World”
“Those Who Saw the Star” by Julia Esquivel
StillSpeaking Devotional “The Prophet Mary” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
“A Blessing For After” by Jan Richardson
“Behold the Star”
You are the Living Word/Bread of Life
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
El Dios de Paz
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
StillSpeaking Devotional “Protect the Herd” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
“Come, O Long Expected Jesus”
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
“God’s Able”
Letter from Rev. Stephanie Kendell
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
“You Are the Living Word/Bread of Life”
StillSpeaking Devotional “The Playbook” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
“We Breathe” by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
“Friend of God”
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
StillSpeaking Devotional “Keep Your Eyes Watching God” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
“Jehova Sabaoth (God of Angel Armies)”
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
“For All the Saints”
“Lacrimosa”
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
“I Shall Wear a Crown”
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
“Tu fidelidad es grande”
StillSpeaking Devotional “Shackles of Defeat” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
StillSpeaking Devotional “The Morning Watch” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
“Bendeciré a Jehová”
PIX11: ‘A Day Without Black Women’ rally remembers Breonna Taylor, highlights contributions of Black women
“Prayer of Jabez” (Bless Me)
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
“Center of My Joy”
StillSpeaking Devotional “Just Love” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
October 11
“Send the Rain”
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
“Draw Me Close to You”
“WayMaker”
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Cara Gilger
September 13
StillSpeaking Devotional “The Cave” by The Rev. Kaji Douŝa
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Cara Gilger
September: Inspire Imagination
“This is the Day”
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Cara Gilger
Week of Compassion – Text to Give
“Keep the Faith and Struggle On” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Cara Gilger
“For the Good of Them”
“Optimistic”
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Cara Gilger
StillSpeaking Devotional “Killers Like Me” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
“Poderoso Dios”
“Siyahamba”
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Cara Gilger
“In Hiding” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
City Limits: Religious Leaders Call to Release People Facing COVID Risks from Prisons & Jails
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Cara Gilger
“Pues Si Vivimos”
“What’s Going On”
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Cara Gilger
“Everlasting God”
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Cara Gilger
“Arise”
StillSpeaking Devotional “Nobody Likes a Grumpy Giver ” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Cara Gilger
“Love”
“Joy”
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Cara Gilger
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
July: Inspire Reflection
“Got to be Real”
“Freedom”
“I Will Survive”
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
“Reckless Love”
“Stand and Proclaim”
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
“Freedom”
“A Change is Gonna Come”
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
StillSpeaking Devotional “Still Life Goes On” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
“The Lord Bless You and Keep You”
June 21
“Me Amaste A Mi”
Religion News Service: ‘Black lives are holy’: Weekend worship services lament, encourage, call for racial justice
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
“Satúrame, Señor, con tu Espíritu”
See you tomorrow, y’all!
St. Louis Post-Dispatch: “Tear gas: Prepare for what to do if you’re exposed”
Canal Street News: “Lower Manhattan Mourns for Stolen Lives” (Photo by Alexandria Misch)
“All the Way From Heaven Down”
“I Can’t Breathe”
Multilingual Pentecost Reading
Patch: George Floyd Vigil Draws Hundreds Of Protesters To Foley Square
WPIX Channel 11: Social unrest over Floyd nothing new in America
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
“Lord I Lift Your Name on High” performed by C. Anthony Bryant
God is Exalted (He is Exalted)
StillSpeaking Devotional “God Is Still Sleeping” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Consoling the grieving – at a distance
“Just a Prayer Away,” performed by Mika Nishimura-Abustan
Medley
“Trust Me”
#TheParkWontStop
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
May 17
A People of Faith Forum with New Sanctuary Coalition
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
“Dios es Bueno”
“Abre los cielos Dios” performed by Tina Guzman-Rivera
May Inspire
“I Love the Lord” performed by Charles Anthony Bryant
“All We Ask” performed by Dacia Kings
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
StillSpeaking Devotional “’Turning the Corner” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Watch Our Good Friday Worship Service Here
Watch Our Maundy Thursday Worship Service Here
StillSpeaking Devotional “’To Do” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
April 19
Children and Youth Ministry Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Become a Telechaplaincy Volunteer
Make Your Own Palm Fronds for Palm Sunday
“You Are My Strength” – Composed by Reuben Morgan
StillSpeaking Devotional “’Tis of Thee” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Inspire Strength
March in Support of Farm Workers March 12
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Seeking Human Rights Volunteers in El Paso, Texas
A Preview of Coming Attractions: “General Assembly 2021”
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
The Park builds Church World Service rescue buckets
UCC: Federal Court advances UCC minister’s lawsuit against US government
Gothamist: Protesters Converge On Brooklyn Hospital Where ICE Shooting Victim Was Taken
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
AM New York: Activists condemn actions by ICE agents after man is shot during Brooklyn arrests
Harry Baker Adams, 1924-2020
“Reckless Love” – Cory Asbury, Caleb Culver, & Ran Jackson, composers
“God Is,” composed by Robert Fryson
“Just a Closer Walk With Thee”
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Children and Youth Ministry Update from the Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Children and Youth Ministry Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Children and Youth Ministry Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Religion News Service: New documents show government targeted NYC pastor for officiating immigrant weddings
NBC 7 San Diego: Documents Reveal Border Agents Targeted U.S. Pastor Over Caravan Marriage Ceremonies
StillSpeaking Devotional “Gifts Given” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Gothamist: An NYC Pastor Tried To Help Desperate Migrants Seeking Asylum. Her Government Surveillance File Painted A Different Picture
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Children’s Christmas Party
StillSpeaking Devotional “I’ll Take the Knee” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Multilingual Worship & the Arts reflection from The Rev. Jeanette Zaragoza
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
YASS Christmas Party
StillSpeaking Devotional “Roar-Cancelling Headphones” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
StillSpeaking Devotional “Pawns in the Game” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Children and Youth Ministry Update by The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
“You Know My Name” performed by Dacia Kings
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
The Park Receives Certificate of Appreciation from CC(DOC) for Being a Top Giving Congregation
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
StillSpeaking Devotional “No Tears Left” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
November 10
Children and Youth Ministry Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Check out the playlist we made together in Rev. Stephanie’s sermon last week
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
StillSpeaking Devotional “Trinity” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
For October
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
SoulFood Fellowship at PACC
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
#HomeComing2019
StillSpeaking Devotional “Shadow Blessings” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Young Clergy Women Conference – reflection by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
Learn to Accompany People Facing Deportation to their Immigration Hearings & ICE Check-ins
StillSpeaking Devotional “Silent God” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Project Backpack Now through August 26
Disciples of Christ General Assembly, July 2019, Des Moines, Iowa — Reflections by Rev. Sydney M. Avent, Esq.
Reflection on the 2019 General Assembly by Rev. Dr. Richard Sturm
General Assembly Prayer and Benediction by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
Our July 28 Guest Preacher: Meghan Janssen
Reflection on the General Assembly from Deacon and Chaplain Janet Martin
StillSpeaking Devotional “Lawyers” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Learn how to accompany immigrants to their ICE check-ins
National Catholic Reporter: Across US, ‘Lights for Liberty’ shine in solidarity with immigrants
07/12/19
7/14/19
StillSpeaking Devotional “Burn” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Telemundo 20: Una pastora ha demandado al gobierno federal y dice que el gobierno ha violado sus derechos
UCC pastor targeted for ministering to migrants sues the U.S. government
A Pastor Who Was Put On A Watchlist After Working With Immigrants Is Suing The US
Prayers
Entire PRIDE Day Schedule of Events
Project: Back to School JULY 15 – AUGUST 26
6/30/19
6/30/19
StillSpeaking Devotional “Fear Cannot Take the Lead” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
UCC General Synod 2019 complete opening sermon by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Excerpts from The Rev. Kaji Douša’s opening sermon at #UCCSynod today in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Buzzfeed News: “Opinion: The Child Separation Horror Is Made Worse By How Little We Know” by The Rev. Kaji Douša and Rabbi Joshua Stanton
From Young Clergy Women International: “Putting Politics Back in the Pulpit: Growing a Politically Active Congregation” by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
StillSpeaking Devotional “Interrupted” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
6/22/19
#WeStandWithScott Warren
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
6/9/19
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
A SoulFood Fellowship Reflection from The Rev. Sydney Avent and Dr. Richard Sturm
StillSpeaking Devotional “Gates” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Children and Youth Ministry Update by The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Save the Date!
Beginning June 1
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
StillSpeaking Devotional “No More Deaths” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Bananagram’ers
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
5/12/19
Holy Saturday Prayer Walk
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
5/26/19
StillSpeaking Devotional “Wrapped” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
The Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ, from the Gospel of Mark
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Holy Week
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Rev. Kaji Douša reports from the Mexico side of the border
StillSpeaking Devotional “Souls in Prison” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Holy Week
Rev. Kaji Douša receives Proclamation of Esteem from New York State Senator Brian A. Benjamin
Pastor Kaji Douša offers prayer on the floor of the New York State Legislature
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Rev. Stephanie Kendell to be named First Vice-Moderator of General Assembly for The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
Offering thanks and well wishes to Rev. Luis-Alfredo Cartagena-Zayas
Buzzfeed: I Prayed With Migrants. Now The Government Is Tracking Me.
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
StillSpeaking Devotional “From Light to Sugar” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Saluting The Rt. Rev. Dr. Lynn E. Walker and Rev. Francesca Fortunato – role models for LGBTQ+ military personnel
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Proud to be Verified Clear for LGBTQIA and Women in Leadership Policy
3/24/19
The Park’s Elders issue statement on Pastor Kaji Douša’s travel restrictions by US government
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Congratulations to Rev. Maria Lopez
3/10/19
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
3/24/19, 1:00 pm
StillSpeaking Devotional “Abusers” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
A Love Letter to LGBTQ+ United Methodists
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Book of the Month
StillSpeaking Devotional “Nobody Likes a Grumpy Giver” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Maria Fortunato
“You are Good” composed by Israel Houghton
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
“Amazing” by Stephanie Oplacio
“I’ll Trust You” by Richard Smallwood
StillSpeaking Devotional “With Faith as My Shield & God as My Witness” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Book of the Month
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
StillSpeaking Devotional “What’s in the Sauce? ” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Children and Youth Ministry Update from the Rev. Francesca Fortunato
JGArchitects’s Park Avenue Christian Church project featured in F.I.T. Exhibit
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
The Capital Campaign
Beginning January 1
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
January 13
StillSpeaking Devotional “For the Peace of Jerusalem” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Children and Youth Ministry Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Ordination Service of Michael Vanacore
StillSpeaking Devotional “Watch Out” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
“Beneath the Aluminum Star” by The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Children and Youth Ministry Update by The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
StillSpeaking Devotional “Leaning Into the Dance” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Children and Youth Ministry Update from the Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Meet C. Anthony Bryant, The Park’s new Music Leader!
SoulFood Fellowship Reflection by Mary Norton
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
StillSpeaking Devotional “Did Jesus Know?” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Prayers
November Birthdays
Prayers
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Pastor Kaji and other activists rally to protect the First Amendment and our entire system of judicial review
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Children and Youth Ministry Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Prayers
Join us online every Sunday at 11 am
Heaven Berhane, guest preacher October 21
StillSpeaking Devotional “Let the Spirit of the Lord Rise” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Children and Youth Ministry Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Prayers
10/10 Birthday at 1010 Park Ave!
StillSpeaking Devotional “When Touch Is No Blessing” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Children and Youth Ministry Update
10/8/18
October Birthdays
The First LatinX Gathering of 2018
Prayers
Children and Youth Ministry Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato, Children and Youth Ministry Leader
StillSpeaking Devotional “Stand” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Rev. Sydney Avent’s reflections on the first ever Disciples Public Presence Conference
“Borincuas Remember” by The Rev. Luis-Alfredo Cartagena-Zayas
Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato, Children and Youth Ministry Leader
9/22/18: Get your IDNYC Card for Free
Prayers
“Grito de las froteras/Cry from the Borders” reflection by The Rev. Luis-Alfredo Cartagena-Zayas
Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato, Children and Youth Ministry Leader
StillSpeaking Devotional “Making the Case” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Prayers
Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato, Children and Youth Ministry Leader
“Little Rock, The Play” – Reflections by Estella Pate
Prayers
Parking Tip
StillSpeaking Devotional “It’s My Birthday” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Helen White performs “Burn” from the Broadway musical “Hamilton”
August Birthdays
Prayers
Sign a Statement of Gratitude to the Rev. Terri Horde Owens
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from Stephen Sekyiamah
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from Rebecca Stanton
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from Paul Vasile
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from Norma Lopez-Eicher
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from Meghan Janssen
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from Mary Norton
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from Maria Morban
July Birthdays
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from The Rev. Luis-Alfredo Cartagena Zayas
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from Leonne Tanis
StillSpeaking Devotional “Oh Say Can’t You See” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Be Still My Soul – FINLANDIA by Jean Sibelius, arr. Paul Vasile
StillSpeaking Devotional “Filthy-Footed” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from The Rev. Kaji Douša
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from The Rev. Jeanette Zaragoza-De León
Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato, Children and Youth Ministry Leader
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from Janet Martin
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from DJ Jeffries
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from Danelle Bain
June 30: Families Belong Together
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from Aimée Eicher
Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato, Children and Youth Ministry Leader
Lifting up in Prayer
StillSpeaking Devotional “NOT IT!” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
“Get Curious!” by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato, Children and Youth Ministry Leader
“Easy to Pray” by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato, Children and Youth Ministry Leader
Street Closures
June Birthdays
StillSpeaking Devotional “Not HIM!” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato, Children and Youth Ministry Leader
“Send Me…Follow Me” by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato, Children and Youth Ministry Leader
“Ready to Listen” by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
June 24: Congregational Meeting
Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato, Children and Youth Ministry Leader
StillSpeaking Devotional “And from this Corner . . .” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
About Sunday’s Guest Preacher, Jonathan Soto
“The Words We Live By” by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
“Can We All Get Along?” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
A reflection on May 12th’s SoulFood Fellowship
“It Takes a Village” by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato, Children and Youth Ministry Leader
“Bold Acts of Love” by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
StillSpeaking Devotional “Say Their Name” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
May 12, SoulFood Fellowship
Love must overcome this war economy and militarism
New Sanctuary Coalition Training Opps
Sexism is unacceptable and unChristian
Update from The Rev. Francesca Fortunato, Children and Youth Ministry Leader
Our Earth deserves better than economic devastation
Economic insecurity, poverty and misery are not inevitable
“The Gifts We Name” by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
It’s time to end systemic racism
The Park endorses Poor People’s Campaign
April’s SoulFood Fellowship is on April 29 instead of April 22
Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato, Children and Youth Ministry Leader
“What is in a Life?” by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
“Things We Can See” by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
Children and Youth Ministry Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Continuing April 19: “Examining Your Wallet”
Children and Youth Ministry Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato
“Resurrection Resolutions” by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
From Disciples News Service: New York church expands programs for young adults
April 22: SoulFood Fellowship
Children and Youth Ministry Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato
“Being Present” by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
StillSpeaking Devotional “Do This” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
An update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato, Children and Youth Ministry Leader
“We need to develop strategies to protect and prevent sexual violence inside churches.”
“In Puerto Rico, poverty has the face of a woman.”
“Martin Luther King, Jr. resisted Puerto Rican colonization. So do we.” Meet La Mesa de Diálogo Martin Luther King, Jr.
“Weeks and Years” by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
“We affirm the values of the kingdom of God: Justice and Equity.” Meet Ali & Pastor Ricky.
“We defend childhood.” Meet Sara.
Office Closed Wednesday
EASTER is coming and time for Easter Lilies!
StillSpeaking Devotional “The Morning Watch” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Update from Rev. Francesca Fortunato, Children and Youth Ministry Leader
“An Ancestor to Myself” by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
EASTER is coming and time for Easter Lilies!
The Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis, of Middle Collegiate Church, offers the sermon “Identity Politics.”
Prayers Offered for Students and All Victims of Gun Violence by The Rev. Chloe Breyer, and Debbie Almontaser
Ryan Dietsch, Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Danielle Tylim, Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School
Jackie Rowe-Adams, Hawa Bah and Harlem Mothers S.A.V.E.
March 18: “But What About …” Bible Study
Pastor Kaji talks with Joy Reid of MSNBC’s “AM Joy” about ICE deportations of immigration rights activists
Please note the new office hours
Don’t Forget to Set Your Clocks Ahead
That’s Right – Park Pop Sockets!
“Kill Your Darlings” by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
An update on the Children and Youth Ministry, from Rev. Francesca Fortunato
Invitation from Ravi Ragbir to attend this Sunday’s March Mass Meeting
“WWJD” by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
StillSpeaking Devotional “A Tale of Two Jesuses” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
“Human Sight/ Divine Vision” by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
Join the Choir!
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from Toshiharu
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from Qadry
Feb. 25: SoulFood Fellowship
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Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from Danelle
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from Kayla
“On the Journey” by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from DJ
Calling our new Executive Minsiter
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from Andre
Celebrations of Ministry – Testimonial from Leonne
2018 Lent Devotionals
Rest in Power and Peace Reginald Cathey
“Changed for Good” – The Sunday Preview by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
Ravi Ragbir to join us for worship this Sunday
“You Can’t Deport A Movement” from The Rev. Kaji Douša
StillSpeaking Devotional “Building” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
April 14: Spring Meeting of the UCC Metropolitan Association
“Be Still and Breathe with Jesus” – Sunday Preview by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
This Lent Take a Journey With Us
February 14: Imposition of Ashes until 5:50 pm, followed by worship service at 6:00 pm
Join the Bilingual Prayer Ministry Monday Evening – led by Rev. Jeanette Zaragoza and Rev. Luis-Alfredo Cartagena-Zayas
February 4: Please attend the Annual Congregational Meeting
February 18: A New Bible Study About the Questions, Not the Answers
Member Spotlight: Kent Edwards
Please spread the word – there is help available for Hurricane Evacuees in NYC
Sunday School News by Rev. Francesca Fortunato: Children and Youth Ministry Leader
“Walk the Talk” – Sunday Preview for January 28 by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
Love to Sing? Come Join The Choir
“Finding Good Amongst the No Good” – Sunday Preview for Jan. 21 by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
Statement on Ravi, Jean, and others unjustly detained
StillSpeaking Devotional “Truth and Power” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Immigrant Rights are Human Rights
New York Residents Urgent Actions Needed
Sustaining Sacred Activism: A Service for MLK Day
2018 Women’s March on NYC
#IStandWithRavi
“What Comes Down When Heaven is Torn Apart?” – Sunday Preview for Jan. 14 by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
Solidarity Vigil Against Deportation
The Rev. Dr. Alvin O’Neal Jackson honored as The Park’s Pastor Emeritus
The Norteast Region
“A Different Road” – Sunday preview for January 7 by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
StillSpeaking Devotional “God’s Not Done With You Yet” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
“Be Anointed” – Sunday preview by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
New Year’s Celebration
“Be With Jesus” – Sunday Preview for December 24
January 7 Service led by The Rev. Teresa Hord Owens, honoring The Rev. Dr. Alvin O’Neal Jackson
Be The Park: “Be You” by The Rev. Sydney Avent
SoulFood Fellowship January 28
Help Decorate the Sanctuary this Christmas with Poinsettias
“Newtown” documentary rebroadcasting in remembrance of tragedy at Sandy Hook 5 years ago
“Be Joyful” – Sunday Preview for December 17 by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
#BeThePark: “Be Joyful” by Paul Vasile
StillSpeaking Devotional “’Pant’ for God?” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
The Park is “Verified Clear” by Church Clarity on LGBTQIA+ Inclusion
Stay Tuned…
“Be Prepared” – Sunday Preview for December 10 by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
Parking Problem? Not Anymore!
“Be Still (and let God form us)” – Sunday Preview for December 3, by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
#GivingTuesday
#GivingTuesday
#GivingTuesday
#BeThePark: “Be Here” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
#GivingTuesday
#GivingTuesday
#GivingTuesday
#SoulFoodFellowship this Friday
#GivingTuesday
Christmas is Coming!
Your Support is Appreciated
A Holiday Tradition
Please join us
SoulFood Fellowship
Don’t Miss a Day
Stay Tuned …
“Be Here” – Sunday Preview for November 26
#BeThePark: “Be Ready” by Rebecca Stanton
Member Spotlight: Iris Boroughs
Member Spotlight on Alexander (Al) Cook
Sunday Preview for November 19
#BeThePark
Naked resumes next Wednesday, November 29, 7:00 pm, The Manse
StillSpeaking Devotional “In Hiding” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Brick Church starts parishioner-led divorce support group
“Be a Servant” – Sunday Preview for November 12
StillSpeaking Devotional “Refuge” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Don’t get stuck on the wrong side of the Avenue!
Día de los Muertos November 5
Daylight Savings Time begins this Weekend
“Blessed are…” – Sunday Preview for November 5
Join us at tonight’s Vigil
SoulFood Fellowship
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day Thirty One
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day Thirty
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day Twenty Nine
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day Twenty Eight
Learning through music / Aprendamos a través de la música
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day Twenty Seven
Naked continues next Wednesday, November 8, 7:00 pm, The Manse
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day Twenty Six
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day Twenty Five
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day Twenty Four
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day Twenty Three
Member Spotlight: Aimée Eicher
Member Spotlight: Carl Buckland
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day Twenty Two
If I Have Been the Source of Pain, O God / Si fui motivo de dolor, oh dios
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day Twenty One
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day Twenty
“God of the #metoo and #idid” – Sunday Preview for October 22
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day Nineteen
Concert – Hear Cántico Nuevo (“A New Song”) on October 22
TONIGHT! #NakedAtThePark
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day Eighteen
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day Seventeen
One Day to #NakedAtThePark
StillSpeaking Devotional “Lasting Peace” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day Sixteen
Two Days to #NakedAtThePark
SoulFood Fellowship October 22 to focus on The Bible and Violence Against Women
Three Days to #NakedAtThePark
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day Fifteen
Learning through music / Aprendamos a través de la música
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day Fourteen
Next week we’ll be #NakedAtThePark
Got WiFi? Join us for Sunday Worship!
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day Thirteen
“The Power of the Changed Heart” – Sunday Preview by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day Eleven
SoulFood Fellowship
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day Ten
Concert – Hear Cántico Nuevo (“A New Song”) on October 22
Become a Park Photographer/Videographer
Learning through music / Aprendamos a través de la música
On the 207th Anniversary of The Park – a Message from The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
“The Economy of Justice” – Sunday Preview by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
Sunday service broadcasting live on Facebook
“Are we taking off the shackles, here in America? Or do they just shift form?” StillSpeaking Devotional “Shackles of Defeat” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Day One
Member Spotlight: Leonne J. Tanis
Member Spotlight: DJ Jeffries
October 1: March for Racial Justice
#YASSatThePark, 4 pm, Oct. at Playa Betty’s!
Hymn for Sunday: Sent Out in Jesus’ Name | Enviado soy de Dios
“Who Gets to be a Member?” – Sunday Preview for September 24, by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
Seeking rooms for visitors Sept. 28-30
Only One More Day Until #HomecomingAtThePark
Learning through music | Aprendamos a través de la música
Two Days Until #HomecomingAtThePark
Three Days Until #HomecomingAtThePark
Sunday service broadcasting live on Facebook
“Who do you say Jesus is?” – Sunday Preview by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
The light of this community burns brighter because of you. Join us for homecoming this Sunday!
How sweet it is to come home – PACC Homecoming is in 5 days
Six Days Until Homecoming!
Beautiful Sunday Worship Service Photos by Stephen Sekyiamah
Learning through music: let´s worship in English and Spanish | Aprendamos a través de la música: adoremos en español e inglés.
Homecoming September 17 – You’re Invited
Sunday Preview by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell: “No Stranger to Struggle / No es ajeno a nuestra lucha”
A Statement from The Park on Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) in the U.S.
Have an extra room Sept. 28-30?
Interesting in Learning to Play the Recorder? Join our Recorder Class!
#YASSatThePark September 10 – Young Adult Supper Sunday at Turntable Chicken Jazz!
A special thank you from Colibrí Center’s Missing Migrant Project and Sanctuary
O, Let Me Overflow with Your Spirit, Lord | Satúrame Señor Con Tu Espíritu
“I Just Can’t Keep it to Myself” – Sunday Preview for September 3
Park Pastors Join the Ministers March for Justice
Sunday Preview by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell: “Disrupting Babylon / Redefiniendo babilonias”
This Sunday’s Worship Service Moved to Park Avenue Synagogue
Tu fidelidad
Sunday Preview, August 20: “#CLOSErikers” by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell
StillSpeaking Devotional: “God is Still Sleeping” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Join us for a night of enneagram reading and deciphering “The Road Back to You”
Important Notice About the Worship Service on August 20
“Speak,” led by Klay S. Williams – the final 2 Gatherings
Sunday Preview from The Rev. Stephanie Kendell: “The Debts of the Self”
Speak – led by Klay S. Williams – join us for the last 3 gatherings
#YASSatThePark (Young Adult Supper Sunday) August 13 at 4 pm
The Ima Jean Kidd Archive – A Remembrance from Jack Anderson
VIDEO: Celebration of the Life of Ima Jean Kidd
WORKSHOP THIS SUNDAY – How to Worship Bilingually: Cross Sectional Worshiping for the 21st Century
Sunday Preview from The Rev. Stephanie Kendell: “One of *Those* Texts”
StillSpeaking Devotional: “Killers Like Me” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
“Speak” this Thursday – an evening of community, music, & storytelling
A Remembrance of Ima Jean Kidd from Jensene Godwin Payne
From CNN: “NAACP retools for the Trump era”
Cantad al señor / O sing to our God
WORKSHOP How to Worship Bilingually: Cross Sectional Worshiping for the 21st Century
Sunday Preview from The Rev. Stephanie Kendell: “When We Come to Jesus”
Park Avenue Christian Church responds to President Trump’s ban of transgender people in the military
Speak – led by Klay S. Williams, continues this Thursday!
The Ima Jean Kidd Archive
A quién le damos la bienvenida
Sunday Preview by The Rev. Stephanie Kendell – July 20
A Communication Alert – Park Email Service to be Offline this Weekend
An Instagram message from Klay S. Williams, Facilitator of The Gathering (and Speak)
StillSpeaking Devotional: “Just Love” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Song for Sunday Worship “Veni Sancte Spiritus”
A Celebration of the Life of Ima Jean Kidd – Please submit your remembrances!
Sunday Preview from The Rev. Stephanie Kendell: “The Weight of Our Words / El peso de las palabras”
Can’t Wait to “Speak” this Thursday!
A Celebration of the Life of Ima Jean Kidd – July 16
Scripture Reading Workshop this Sunday – please RSVP!
Sunday Preview from The Rev. Stephanie Kendell: “Getting Comfortable with Uncomfortable”
Thursday Evening is another chance to SPEAK!
StillSpeaking Devotional: “Cup of Water Crisis” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Scripture Reading Workshop July 9
Prayer Ministry at The Park
Rev. Bud Heckman will be preaching this Sunday
Sunday Preview for July 2: “New Spaces, New Faces, Same God”
“The Gay Poem” by Darell Hunt
“Speak” this Thursday evening – led by Klay S. Williams
Welcome Stephanie Kendell, Pastoral Resident at The Park
A song for this Sunday’s worship service
Sunday Preview for June 25 from The Rev. Kaji Douša
Meet Qadry Harris, Pastoral Intern at The Park
Learn a song for this Sunday’s service: “We Are Climbing Jacob’s Ladder”
Submit nominations for church positions now
StillSpeaking Devotional: “Expecting an Answer” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Sunday Preview for June 18 from The Rev. Kaji Douša
SAVE THE DATE – July 9 – for Scripture Reading Workshop
Nominations and Congregational Meeting
June 11: A Celebration of the Life of Janice Daley
Sunday Preview for June 11 from The Rev. Kaji Douša
Mayoral Candidates Forum & Interfaith Iftar
StillSpeaking Devotional: “The Value of the Dark” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Become familiar with one of the songs for Pentecost! ¡Aprenda una de las canciones para el culto de Pentecostés!
Invitation / Invitación: Pentecost Fiesta! ¡Fiesta de Pentecostés!
The Red Door Chamber Players present Classical Music of the Caribbean June 3 at The Park
A Celebration of the Life of Janice Daley – June 22, 1952 – May 20, 2017
Sunday Preview for May 28 from The Rev. Kaji Douša
SoulFood Fellowship on May 28
A Celebration of the Life of Martha Mok Butt (January 11, 1937—April 14, 2017)
A Celebration of the Life of Ima Jean Kidd
Sunday Service Preview for March 21
StillSpeaking Devotional: “Donna of the Night” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
All Our Sunday Worship Services are Bilingual (Spanish/English) Now!
Mother’s Day
Taking Hold – Creative Planning for Retirement and Beyond
Sunday Preview for May 14 from The Rev. Kaji Douša
Some Roads Closing Sunday Morning Due to Bike Race
Help The Park by Sponsoring a Chair!
“Bearing” – Lenten Reflection for Palm Sunday, April 14 by Quinn G. Caldwell
“Do This” – Lenten Reflection for Palm Sunday, April 13 by The Rev. Kaji Douša
“Take a Dip” – Lenten Reflection for Palm Sunday, April 12 by Vince Amlin
“Who Owns You?” – Lenten Reflection for Palm Sunday, April 11 by Matt Laney
“Seeming Unseemly” – Lenten Reflection for Palm Sunday, April 10 by Jennifer Garrison Brownell
“Triumph of the Week” – Lenten Reflection for Palm Sunday, April 9 by Kenneth L. Samuel
“He Knew Where He was Going!” – Lenten Reflection for April 8 by Richard L. Floyd
“God’s Surprising Choices” – Lenten Reflection for April 6 by Tony Robinson
“Jesus’ Syllabus” – Lenten Reflection for April 4 by Mary Luti
“Love Lifted Me” – Lenten Reflection for April 3 by Marchaé Grair
“Lazarus is Dead” – Lenten Reflection for April 2 by Talitha Arnold
“The Morning Watch” – Lenten Reflection for April 1 by The Rev. Kaji Douša
“We Make too Much of this Poor Life” – Lenten Reflection for March 28 by Matt Fitzgerald
“Diving Deeply” – Lenten Reflection for March 27 by Donna Schaper
“The Enemy at the Table” – Lenten Reflection for March 26 by Vince Amlin
“Billy” – Lenten Reflection for March 25 by Matt Laney
“Talked To Your Neighbors Lately?” – Lenten Reflection for March 23 by Kenneth L. Samuel
“Strange Gods” – Lenten Reflection for March 21 by Emily C. Heath
Pastoral Compassionate Care in Jail/Prison Setting – program begins March 26
“Letting God Be God” – Lenten Reflection for March 20 by Tony Robinson
SoulFood Fellowship, Sunday, March 26, after worship
“Evangelism for Millennials” – Lenten Reflection for March 19 by John Edgerton
Bilingual (Spanish/English) Worship Service
Sponsor a Chair and Help Improve Seating at The Park!
“Had To” – Lenten Reflection for March 18 by Mary Luti
An Account of Ramesh Palaniandi’s Struggle with ICE, by his wife, Janice Hoseine
Don’t Miss the Final #Gathering!
Lenten Reflection for March 17, by Reverend Bev Brown
“Go Back or Go Deep” – Lenten Reflection for March 16 by Talitha Arnold
Join us for our Bilingual (Spanish/English) Worship Service this Sunday
“A Tale of Two Jesuses” – Lenten Reflection for March 15 by The Rev. Kaji Douša
SERMON VIDEO: “Creatures of the Night” by The Rev. Kaji Douša , Sunday, March 12
“Do Non-organic Parents Not Love Their Children?” – Lenten Reflection for March 14 by Quinn Caldwell
“Petulant People; Perplexing God” – Lenten Reflection for March 13 by John A. Nelson
Pastoral Compassionate Care in Jail/Prison Setting begins March 26
“Midlife Babies” – Lenten Reflection for March 12 by Molly Baskette
“More than a Gentle End” – Lenten Reflection for March 11 by Matt Fitzgerald
Rev. Sydney Avent to be installed this Sunday as Pastor for Justice and Worship Life
Tonight’s Music at The Park: Urban Playground Chamber Orchestra
Lenten Reflection for March 10, by Hillary Buckland
Sunday Preview for March 12 from The Rev. Kaji Douša
“Family Resemblance” – Lenten Reflection for March 9 by Vince Amlin
MUSIC VIDEO: “I Want Jesus To Walk With Me” Performance by Dr. Tony McNeill
“Jesus is Coming, Look Busy!” – Lenten Reflection for March 8 by Matt Laney
MUSIC VIDEO: “Give Me A Clean Heart” Performance by Dr. Tony McNeill and The Park Choir
SERMON ON VIDEO: “As God Has Welcomed Us” by The Rev. Sharon Watkins , Sunday, March 5th
“Some of it is Your Fault” – Lenten Reflection for March 7 by Jennifer Garrison Brownell
Lenten Reflection for March 6, by Carl Buckland
“Did God Say?” – Lenten Reflection for March 5 by Richard L. Floyd
“The Greatest” – Lenten Reflection for March 4 by Emily C. Heath
Lenten Reflection for March 3, by Mary Norton, Ed.D.
Engage, Activate and Nurture Your Call of Activism with The #Gathering!
“Both/And” – Lenten Reflection for March 2 by John Edgerton
Lenten Reflection for Ash Wednesday, March 1, by Richard Sturm
We’re #Gathering Sunday to Nurture the Call of Activism
SERMON VIDEO: “God Will Not Be Boxed In!” by The Rev. Kaji Douša , Sunday, February 26
“Stop Trying to Interrupt God” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Ash Wednesday Imposition, Worship Service with Ashes
Raise the Age Letter Writing Campaign this Sunday after worship
Sunday Preview for February 26 from The Rev. Kaji Douša
“Leaving Anger Behind” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
“Burning Anger” by The Rev. Kaji Douša , Sunday, February 19th
Still time to apply for Pastoral Residency Opportunity at The Park
We’re #Gathering Again this Sunday after Worship to Nurture the Call of Activism
Sunday Preview for February 19 from The Rev. Kaji Douša
MUSIC VIDEO: Performance At The Park’s “I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light” Feb.12, 2017
“Listen” by The Rev. Kaji Douša, from the StillSpeaking series published by the United Church of Christ
MUSIC VIDEO: Performance At The Park’s “Song Without Words” Feb..12th, 2017
MUSIC VIDEO: Performance At The Park’s “How Great Thou Art” Feb..12th, 2017
“They Will Try to Suppress Your God-Given Light” by The Rev. Kaji Douša , Sunday, February 12th
“Your Right to Light” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Bourbon Baroque presents: Tafelmusik: works by Georg Philipp Telemann and others
This Monday: Call on Mayor de Blasio to #CLOSErikers at the State of the City Address
This Sunday, first the worshiping, then the #Gathering!
A Call for New Protest Songs
Help #RaiseTheAge for prosecuting New York teenagers as adults
Sunday Preview from The Rev. Kaji Douša
MUSIC VIDEO: “Notre Père (Lord’s Prayer)”
MUSIC VIDEO: “What Does the Lord Require of You?”
“What is God calling us to do when we feel anger?” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Call on Mayor de Blasio to #CLOSErikers at the State of the City Address
Sermon Video: “Pace of Change” by The Rev. Sydney Avent , Sunday, February 5th
#TheGathering this Sunday after Worship
What Will Be Different? A Conversation on Black Activism in a Changing America
Sunday Preview: “Pace of Change,” from The Rev. Kaji Douša
“He Bought the Flowers Himself” by The Rev. Kaji Douša, from the StillSpeaking series published by the United Church of Christ
Lenten Reflection Invitation
“There is no possible way to follow Jesus and say no to a refugee” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Bourbon Baroque presents: Tafelmusik: works by Georg Philipp Telemann and others
“Following” by The Rev. Kaji Douša, Sunday, January 29
The next #Gathering
Upcoming SoulFood Fellowships
Song Without Words – an afternoon concert of chamber music for cello, piano and voice
January 29 Sunday Preview, from The Rev. Kaji Douša
“So now that we’ve marched, what’s next?” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
“The Quiver,” by The Rev. Kaji Douša, Sunday, January 22
Free Tickets for the new segment “Faithful Fridays” on the Dr. Oz Show
This Sunday: “The Gathering: Spiritual Conversations to Engage, Activate & Nurture Your Call of Activism”
#WomensMarch: Suggested Social Media Captions!
January 22 Sunday Preview, from The Rev. Kaji Douša
#WomensMarch: Why do you march? Share your #WhyIMarch and #IMarchFor posts!
Participate in #WomensMarchWednesday before the #WomensMarch on DC!
When Church Should Say “Yes” v. When Church Should Say “No,” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
“Winds” by The Rev. Kaji Douša, from the StillSpeaking series published by the United Church of Christ
VIDEO: “..And He Would Prevent God” by The Rev. Kaji Douša, Jan. 15th, 2016
The Gathering: Spiritual Conversations to Engage, Activate & Nurture Your Call of Activism
Heschel-King Service: Monday, January 16, 7:00 pm
Women’s March on New York City: Saturday, January 21
Women’s March on Washington – Transportation Option Available
January 15 Sunday Preview, from The Rev. Kaji Douša
Rabbi Jordie Gerson on “Welcoming the Stranger – and the Refugee”
The Gospel of Life Eternal is for LGBTQ and Every Single Created Being, by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Heschel-King Service, Monday, January 16, 7:00 pm
Women’s March on Washington January 21, 10:00 am
January 8 Sunday Preview, from The Rev. Kaji Douša
“Faith” by The Rev. Kaji Douša, from the StillSpeaking series published by the United Church of Christ
From Marjorie Watrobski, our guest pastor for this Sunday, New Year’s Day
New Year’s Day Sunday Preview, from The Rev. Kaji Douša
VIDEO: “Sign Me Up” by The Rev. Kaji Douša, Christmas Eve, 2016
Advent Devotional, Dec. 25: “Christmas Day” by Jennifer Brownell
Advent Devotional, Dec. 24: “The Wondrous Gift is Given” by Richard L. Floyd
Advent Devotional, Dec. 23: “Lowly” by Tony Robinson
Christmas Day Sunday Preview, from The Rev. Kaji Douša
Advent Devotional, Dec. 22: “At Home” by Donna Schaper
Advent Devotional, Dec. 21: “Like A Box of Chocolates” by Kenneth L. Samuel
“When Someone Is Wrong” by The Rev. Kaji Douša, Dec. 18th, 2016
Register Me!, by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Advent Devotional, Dec. 20: “Holy Applause” by Matt Laney
Advent Devotional, Dec. 19: “Ridiculous Stories” by Emily C. Heath
Christmas Eve Services at The Park
Advent Devotional, Dec. 18: “Sweat, Mess and Prep Cooks” by Matt Fitzgerald
Advent Devotional, Dec. 17: “A House for the Homeless Messiah” by Molly Baskette
The Park needs your support!
Bilingual (Spanish/English) Worship Service
Crank up The Park’s Holiday Tunes!
Advent Devotional, Dec. 16: “Real” by Quinn G. Caldwell
December 18 Sunday Preview, from The Rev. Kaji Douša
Advent Devotional, Dec. 15: “Are You the One?” by Vince Amlin
Advent Devotional, Dec. 14: “Desire” by Mary Luti
Christmas Eve Services: early family service, later lessons & carols
Yes You Can, by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Advent Devotional, Dec. 13: “Preaching to the Choir” by John Edgerton
SERMON VIDEO: “Yes You Can” by The Rev. Kaji Douša, Dec. 11th, 2016
Advent Devotional, Dec. 12: “Pant” for God, by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Come celebrate this Holiday Season with the Park Choirs!
Advent Devotional, Dec. 11: “I and Thou” by Donna Schaper
Check out The Park’s Christmas Music Playlist!
Advent Devotional, Dec. 10: “The Someones” by Jennifer Garrison Brownell
Reminder: Annual Giving Tree (until December 11)
Advent Devotional, Dec. 9: “Predator” by Quinn G. Caldwell
Take Advantage of “Parents’ Day Out” Dec. 10
December 11 Sunday Preview, from The Rev. Kaji Douša
Advent Devotional, Dec. 8: “Scoff Not” by Donna Schaper
Advent Devotional, Dec. 7: “Enemies No More” by Richard L. Floyd
Be: Peace, by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Advent Devotional, Dec. 6: “St. Nicholas” by Mary Luti
SERMON VIDEO: “Rise Up, Stones!” by The Rev. Kaji Douša, Dec. 4, 2017
Advent Devotional, Dec. 5: “Rats and Cats Rejoicing Together” by Matt Fitzgerald
Advent Devotional, Dec. 4: “The Invasive Reign of God” by Vince Amlin
Advent Devotional, Dec. 3: “The Loneliness of the King” by Molly Baskette
Hanging of the Greens this Sunday!
Last chance to donate to our successful Annual Winter Coat & Clothing Drive
Advent Devotional, Dec. 2: “Liberation” by Kenneth L. Samuel
We can Help #CLOSErikers
December 4 Sunday Preview, from The Rev. Kaji Douša
Advent Devotional, Dec. 1: “Locusts and Chocolate” by Emily C. Heath
Parents’ Day Out – Leave Your Kids With Us & Get Your Shopping Done
Advent Devotional, Nov. 30: “With Strings Attached” by John Edgerton
Annual Giving Tree to benefit Harlem United
Advent Devotional, Nov. 29: “Broken for Good” by Matt Laney
Hanging of the Greens
Advent Devotional, Nov. 28: “Unexpected Advent” by Tony Robinson
A Christmas Concert @ The Park
Advent Devotional, Nov. 27: “Wolves are Coming” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Help us wind up the Annual Winter Coat & Clothing Drive
This Weekend: “Justice Now: A Multifaith Weekend of Actions and Impacts”
Sermon: “End Times” by The Rev. Kaji Douša, Nov. 20, 2017
Do We Need to Prepare for a 21st-Century Underground Railroad? by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Don’t miss the chance to donate to the Annual Winter Coat & Clothing Drive
Wolves and Lambs: Advent Devotional 2016
UPDATE: Bringing Help to People in Haiti
Bilingual Worship Service Sunday, November 20, 1:30 pm
Nov. 20 Sunday Preview, from The Rev. Kaji Douša
Final Chance to Give to the Thanksgiving Food Drive
StillSpeaking Devotional: “Between a Rock and a Hard Place” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Being Safe, Bringing Peace, by The Rev. Kaji Douša
SERMON from November 13, by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Tuesday Conversation: “Immigrants and Refugees in America and New York: The Political and Moral Landscape Today”
Film Screening of “Rikers” this Sunday after worship
Heading to the grocery store? Please remember our Thanksgiving Food Drive!
Time to clean out your closets and bring your donations this weekend for the Annual Winter Coat & Clothing Drive
Nov. 13 Sunday Preview, from The Rev. Kaji Douša
MUSIC VIDEO: “Larghetto from Sonata in F Major” Alan Cox, flute
MUSIC VIDEO: Performance At The Park’s “This Little Light of Mine” Oct.30th, 2016
VIDEO: A Day of Remembering, by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Sermon: “Listening to the Elders: All Saints” by The Rev. Kaji Douša, Nov. 6, 2016
Thanksgiving Food Drive now through Nov. 20
Election Day Prayer and Study
In Memoriam: Ann Marley Smith Canady
Immigration Clinic this Saturday
Nov. 6 Sunday Preview, from The Rev. Kaji Douša
“The Cave” by The Rev. Kaji Douša, from the StillSpeaking series published by the United Church of Christ
In Memoriam: Ann Marley Smith Canady
VIDEO: Standing with the First Nations people gathered at Standing Rock Reservation, by The Rev. Kaji Douša
SERMON: “Obstructions” by The Rev. Kaji Douša, Oct. 30, 2016
Sunday Preview by The Rev. Kaji Douša
Micah Faith Table: “Immigrants and Refugees in America and New York: The Political and Moral Landscape Today”
A Special Dinner for Women in Ministry at The Park (RSVP Requested)
VIDEO: “What is Fair to Expect of God?”
Minister Sydney Marie Avent Ordination
Yale Divinity School Fall Open House for Prospective Students
Annual Winter Coat & Clothing Drive Now through Dec. 4
Free Immigration Clinic November 5
SERMON: “The Great Comeback” by The Rev. Kaji Douša, Oct. 23, 2016
SERMON PREVIEW: “The Great Comeback” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
VIDEO INVITATION: A Special Dinner for Women in Ministry at The Park
Children’s Halloween Party Video Invitation
Blessing of the Animals
SERMON: “Persist, Anyway” by The Rev. Kaji Douša, Oct. 16, 2016
Bilingual Worship Service, with The Rev. Kaji Douša
SERMON PREVIEW: “Persist, Anyway” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
A Special Dinner Invitation for Women in Ministry at The Park
Children’s Halloween Party
VIDEO: Children’s Moment Oct. 9, 2016
SERMON: by The Rev. Kaji Douša, Oct. 9, 2016
Get your free flu shot this Saturday
SERMON PREVIEW by The Rev. Kaji Douša, Oct. 9, 2016
“Jesus and the Peloton” by The Rev. Kaji Douša
VIDEO: Children’s Moment Oct. 2, 2016
VIDEO: “The Sunday Prayer” Marjorie Watrobski Oct. 2, 2016
SERMON: “Uprooted,” by The Rev. Kaji Douša, Oct. 2, 2016
Free Flu Shots Saturday, October 8
