First Presbyterian Church of Philipstown
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Come and see us this Sunday morning!
Bring the whole family to our 10 am summer service. All are welcome! Your children and grandchildren will enjoy: * Nursery Care: Always available for babies and toddlers during Sunday services in our library, just steps away from the service * Children's Sermon: Beautiful stories and life lessons, as children of all ages join in a conversation with Rev. Dr. Doris * Coin collection for the Goat Bank: A children's mission to help buy essential livestock for families in need around the world * Sunday School: We're on break for the summer, but join us in September for more joyful learning and sharing with our Sunday School teachers during the second half of the service Sunday services are just one way to come and see us. Explore this site and you'll find many days and many ways to engage and learn, to celebrate and heal, and to help and serve others at First Presbyterian Church of Philipstown (FPCP). And: Join our email list! Complete the form at the bottom of this page and you'll receive our weekly email and bi-monthly newsletter. |
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Rev. Dr. Doris Chandler
FPCP: We are The Church of the Open Door.
Knowing that all community is a gift of God,
we affirm there can be no exclusiveness about the body of Christ.
We welcome into our community and membership all people of God
regardless of ethnic heritage, national origin, age, gender,
marital status, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic standing;
and we encourage the full participation of all
in the life of our congregation.
Meet FPCP's Reverend Dr. Doris Chandler here: Our Pastor.
Knowing that all community is a gift of God,
we affirm there can be no exclusiveness about the body of Christ.
We welcome into our community and membership all people of God
regardless of ethnic heritage, national origin, age, gender,
marital status, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic standing;
and we encourage the full participation of all
in the life of our congregation.
Meet FPCP's Reverend Dr. Doris Chandler here: Our Pastor.
Opportunities to learn, grow, and share -- to do good, and to feel good at FPCP.
2019 Confirmands: FPCP's Newest Members!
All teens are welcome at FPCP's teen programs -- you do not need to be a member of the congregation, or any congregation, to participate! Read more about teen community service opportunities and other youth education programs right here!
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Congratulations to our 2019 Confirmands!
Join us in welcoming the newest members of First Presbyterian Church of Philipstown! These seven teens joined our congregation as active members on Sunday, June 9. During this lively and inspirational service, Rev. Dr. Doris Chandler explained the confirmation process, which included weekly classes from March to June, a commitment to attend church or other religious services each month, and completion of a service project to help people in need. By the final class, students made their own decisions about joining our congregation. On Sunday, June 9, our seven confirmands stepped up to the pulpit to read bible verses they had chosen, and explained why those verses are particularly meaningful to them. The sanctuary was resplendent with red geraniums, and confirmands as well as congregation members wore red and white to join in the worldwide celebration of Pentecost on June 9. After the service, everyone enjoyed a festive chili luncheon and dessert reception in honor of our newest members. We are very proud of our 2019 Confirmands! Congratulations to these wonderful students and their families! |
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YOUTH EDUCATION
Bible Presentations to Grade 3 Sunday School Students! As the end of our 2018-19 Sunday School year approaches, FPCP Youth Education continued its tradition of presenting bibles to Grade 3 Sunday School students. On Pentecost, June 9, Rev. Dr. Doris Chandler read a special bible verse to each student as she presented them with their new bibles. At right you will see our wonderful students proudly holding thosebibles, together with Rev. Dr. Doris and our amazing and dedicated volunteer Youth Education Coordinator, Carolyn Llewellyn! We are very proud of our Sunday School students! |
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Note to parents and caregivers: From September to June, our Sunday School welcomes all children and youth in our community from Pre-K to Grade 8. You do not have to be a member of our church, or any church, to participate, and children can "drop in" any Sunday! Classes meet during our 10:30 worship service at 10 Academy Street in Cold Spring.
We also welcome new teachers! You don't have to be an FPCP parent or grandparent; everyone has special gifts, stories, and wisdom to share! Contact Carolyn at pchamsia@gmail.com or (845) 265-3969. Volunteer teachers can also sign up here.
We also welcome new teachers! You don't have to be an FPCP parent or grandparent; everyone has special gifts, stories, and wisdom to share! Contact Carolyn at pchamsia@gmail.com or (845) 265-3969. Volunteer teachers can also sign up here.
ADULT EDUCATION
Adult Study Series: On Summer Break!
Our Adult Study Series is on break for the summer, but we will resume in September. Classes meet every Sunday at 9 am in the church library. For more information about our Adult Study program, contact Lynn at lebnab@optonline.net.
MEDITATION
Contemplative Prayer Group: Weekly early-morning meditations
Drop-ins welcome every Wednesday at 7 am
Community members are invited to drop in to this quiet hour of prayer and meditation in our library at the First Presbyterian Church of Philipstown. Take time for grace in the middle of the work week. The core concept of Contemplative Prayer is to "Be still and know I am God" (Psalm 46:10). All are welcome. For more information, contact Lynn at lebnab@optonline.net.
Adult Study Series: On Summer Break!
Our Adult Study Series is on break for the summer, but we will resume in September. Classes meet every Sunday at 9 am in the church library. For more information about our Adult Study program, contact Lynn at lebnab@optonline.net.
MEDITATION
Contemplative Prayer Group: Weekly early-morning meditations
Drop-ins welcome every Wednesday at 7 am
Community members are invited to drop in to this quiet hour of prayer and meditation in our library at the First Presbyterian Church of Philipstown. Take time for grace in the middle of the work week. The core concept of Contemplative Prayer is to "Be still and know I am God" (Psalm 46:10). All are welcome. For more information, contact Lynn at lebnab@optonline.net.
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WORSHIP & ARTS
Join the choir in September and make a joyful noise! Our Chancel Choir is on summer break, but come September, you are cordially invited to come and sing with us! FPCP's Director of Music Tom McCoy, a well-known jazz pianist, curates a wide range of music including spirituals, folk, contemporary, and classical music as well as carols, hymns, and seasonal favorites during Advent, Christmas, Lent, and Easter. The choir rehearses at 7 pm on Wednesdays and sings at our 10:30 service -- every Sunday from September to June. Join us whenever the spirit moves you! For info about Worship & Arts, contact Cathy at carnevalevmd@aol.com. You can also click here! |
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OUTREACH & COMMUNITY
Love to Read? Join FPCP's Book Club! Our Book Club (photo, left) meets monthly to share insights about inspiring books. Recent selections include The Moor's Account by Laila Lalami; Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens. Becoming by Michelle Obama, the former First Lady; and Almost Everything: Notes on Hope by Ann Lamott; Field trips and lunches could be in our future plans! For more information, including details on our next gathering, contact Susan at jpsusan@yahoo.com; or contact the church office at 1presbyterian@gmail.com or (845)-265-3220. |
Like to Dine Out and Socialize? Join the "Lunch Bunch"!
Every month, our Lunch Bunch gathers at a local restaurant to enjoy good food and conversation. All are welcome to join in the fun! For information about Lunch Bunch events, contact the church office at 1presbyterian@gmail.com or (845)-265-3220.
Every month, our Lunch Bunch gathers at a local restaurant to enjoy good food and conversation. All are welcome to join in the fun! For information about Lunch Bunch events, contact the church office at 1presbyterian@gmail.com or (845)-265-3220.
Meet us. Join us. All are welcome!
FPCP: We are the Church of the Open Door.
We seek to live out the truth of God's love.
Worship is inclusive and inventive.
Joy is found in nurturing one another.
We seek to bring comfort to all people.
Discover more about FPCP: The Church of the Open Door.
Read our Weekly Email & Newsletter! Click here: News & Info.
FPCP: We are the Church of the Open Door.
We seek to live out the truth of God's love.
Worship is inclusive and inventive.
Joy is found in nurturing one another.
We seek to bring comfort to all people.
Discover more about FPCP: The Church of the Open Door.
Read our Weekly Email & Newsletter! Click here: News & Info.
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First Presbyterian Church of Philipstown (FPCP)
10 Academy Street Cold Spring, NY 10516 Telephone: (845)-265-3220 Email: 1presbyterian@gmail.com |
Springtime at our historic church at 10 Academy Street, Cold Spring
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