#WeChooseWelcome
Like most church congregations, we worship, study, pray and care for one another. Our passion is working together to try to make the world a better place. By doing tangible, concrete things that improve people’s lives, we honor God and live out what Jesus meant when he said, “Love God and love your neighbor.” If that resonates with you, we hope you’ll come visit.
This Sunday
Preacher: Amy Miracle
Times: 8:45 & 11:00 a.m.
“Matters of the Heart”:
Fall Art Exhibit
Matters of the Heart presents insight into what is held dear or weighs heavily on the hearts of the exhibit’s artists. An emotional artistic response to feelings, this invitational exhibit is co-curated by Betty Stull and Queen Brooks.
Upcoming Events
This September
8:45 a.m. Worship Service Moves to Palmer Hall
For the past 10 years the 8:45 a.m. service has steadily grown in size. During the course of the year attendance in the Courtyard periodically goes beyond the capacity of this room. The session, the governing body of the church, has made the decision to move this service into Palmer Hall September through May. This service will then return to the Courtyard during summers and occasional Sundays.
Sundays, September 16, 23, and 30 – 9:45 a.m. Education Series
Adults: Loneliness and Belonging – Loneliness is part of the human experience. What does it feel like? What circumstances lead to loneliness? The world seems particularly lonesome right now. We’ve sorted ourselves into factions based on our politics and ideology. We’ve turned away from one another and toward blame and rage. We’re lonely and untethered. What leads us away from loneliness into connection and community? In a three-week series, we will explore in preaching and teaching the burden of loneliness and the grace of belonging. In Palmer Hall.
Youth Group: Facing Anxiety – Research shows that teens today are facing higher levels of anxiety. This is a real and important conversation about when we feel anxiety, strategies to cope with anxiety, and, when it becomes overwhelming and interferes with everyday tasks, we should seek professional help. This series will explore anxiety in our lives and in the lives of people throughout time in the Bible. We will practice different techniques that help all of us cope with the symptoms of anxiety. We hope this series helps start the conversation about anxiety, community, and coping skills that support our youth in balanced and healthy living. Please reach out to Director of Mission and Education Brittany Porch with any questions or concerns.
Children PreK-5th Grade: Peace Practices – We’ll explore God’s peacemaking ways through story, crafts, yoga, nature walks, and singing.
Sunday, September 16 – 11:00 a.m. Special Music
The Raise Mass Choir will join the Broad Street Choir during worship. Together they’ll present the anthem, “Lord, Send Your Spirit.” The Raise Mass Choir will present the Offertory, “Walk On, Keep the Faith.”
Sunday, September 16 – 12:00 p.m. All-Church Potluck Lunch
The Broad Street Deacons will again host our potluck lunch. Food will be served in the Courtyard. Everyone can dine outside if the weather permits. The Deacons will provide meat and buns. Please bring a dish to share, based on your last name: A-F—Dessert; G-O—Salad; and P-Z—Side Dish.
Sunday, September 16 – 12:45 p.m. Raise Mass Choir Concert
The Raise Mass Choir will present a special concert in the Sanctuary following the Gathering Sunday Potluck.
Sundays, October 14 and 21 – 9:45 a.m. New Member Classes
All who are interested in joining BSPC are invited to attend. For more information, please email Amy Miracle, amiracle@bspc.org.
Upcoming Events
Loneliness is part of the human experience. What does it feel like? What circumstances lead to loneliness? The world seems particularly lonesome right now. We’ve sorted ourselves into factions based on our politics and ideology. We’ve turned away from one another and toward blame and rage. We’re lonely and untethered. What leads us away from loneliness into connection and community? In a three-week series, we will explore in preaching and teaching the burden of loneliness and the grace of belonging.
This workshop, led by Val Wright, will teach third graders how the Bible is set up, how to read it, and why it is a treasure for us as individuals and for the church. Each third grader will receive the children’s version of the Common English Bible (CEB), called Deep Blue Kids Bible. During the Bible Milestone, we have the opportunity to reaffirm promises made when each child was baptized.
Children will explore peace with themselves, in their communities and in the world.
Research shows that teens today are facing higher levels of anxiety. This is a real and important conversation about when we feel anxiety, strategies to cope with anxiety, and, when it becomes overwhelming and interferes with everyday tasks, we should seek professional help. This series will explore anxiety in our lives and in the lives of people throughout time in the Bible. We will practice different techniques that help all of us cope with the symptoms of anxiety. We hope this series helps start the conversation about anxiety, community, and coping skills that support our youth in balanced and healthy living. Please reach out to Director of Mission and Education Brittany Porch with any questions or concerns.