Welcome to The Park Church,
Congregational,United Church of Christ

Service of the Word : Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 10 AM Sermon Title : “ Pan Pan Pan ” Preached By : The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church 📖 Scriptures : 1 Peter 1:17-23 and Luke 24:13-35 Worship on Zoom If you are unable to attend service in person, we offer the worship on Zoom. The audio and video quality of our online service has significantly improved. Follow the steps on this page to join .

Service of the Word : Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 10 AM Sermon Title : “ Questions of Canon " (originally It Often Rhymes) Preached By : The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church 📖 Scriptures : 1 Peter 1:3-9 and John 20:19-31 Worship on Zoom If you are unable to attend service in person, we offer the worship on Zoom. The audio and video quality of our online service has significantly improved. Follow the steps on this page to join .

What: Building Brain-Healthy Habits - The Bridge Between Brain Health and Music: An Introduction to BraVESTimo! Dementia Chorus When: Sunday, April 19, 2026 - 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM Where: The Park Church - Beecher Hall (enter via parking lot door near Gray St.) Offered by: An education program presented by Alzheimer's Association® - Rochester & Finger Lakes Region Chapter   and VEST   (Vocal Essence of the Southern Tier) ALL ARE WELCOME - Coffee Hour with Treats and Sweets D

Service of the Word : Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 10 AM Sermon Title : “Abide in Love” Preached By : The Rev. Beth Frigard Scripture : Genesis 1:1-5 Beth's Website : PreachingGreen.com Earth Day is April 22. It's a good time to remember that the UCC recognizes The Park Church as a Climate Justice Congregation. Our Covenant says: "We seek to respect God's creation by focusing on the connection between climate change, planetary health, and human rights. We live our faith by car

What: Pride Silent Auction 2026 Where to View Items: The Park Church Parlors How to Bid: Go to Silent Auction 93 When the Auction is Open: until the Elmira Pride Festival on June 6, 2026. Purpose: A Silent Auction to support Game Night in the Rainbow Room – a weekly Tuesday evening safe gathering place for LGBTQ+ folks and allies at The Park Church in Elmira. List of Current Items Go to Silent Auction 93  to view photographs and bid on items Item # Description Size Valu

What : Learn, Explore, Create, Connect - Plant Bingo When : Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 1 PM - 3 PM Where : Community Arts of Elmira - 413 Lake Street, Elmira FREE - RSVP to the Department of Aging - 607-737-5520 Hosted by The Alzheimer's Association - Rochester and Finger Lakes Region Chapter and The Dept. of Aging & LTC, & Community Arts of Elmira This program is supported in part by a grant from the NY State Dept. of Health About LECC is a wellness open house offering acce

LIFT EVERY VOICE AND SING WITH US! Join us for one or all sessions | No musical background required What : VESTival Voices - Life's Journey Concert When : 5 Tuesdays in SPRING April 28 - May 26, 2026 (April 28, May 5, May 12, May 19, May 26) 3 - 4:30 PM* Where : The Park Church, 208 W. Gray St., Elmira * An invigorating session of singing followed by an opportunity for social engagement and interaction. FREE TO ALL PARTICIPANTS Register : Call 800-272-3900 About BraVESTimo! i

Wednesday School Wednesday, May 6, 2025 at 7 PM Taught By : The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church Where : Beecher Hall Topic : TBA Snacks welcome! About Our Adult Spiritual Formation Program, Monday School is becoming a monthly Wednesday School ( Clever new name pending). We expand on concepts you hear from the pulpit, including sessions that touch on scripture, theology, and history.

Service : Agape Meal Worship for Maundy Thursday When : Thursday, April 2, 2025 at 6:00 pm Where : Beecher Hall (no Zoom service) Led By : The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church   Sign-up Required : It is very important to sign up to reserve your place. A sign-up sheet is provided on a table in Beecher Hall. This event has limited seating and requires an accurate head count. On Maundy Thursday we commemorate the day on which Jesus Christ shared a meal,

What : Flamenco Vivo - Carlota Santana - TABLAO: An Intimate Flamenco Experience When : Sunday, April 12, 2026 from 4 PM to 5 PM (Doors open at 3:30 PM) Where : Beecher Hall at The Park Church, 208 W. Gray St., Elmira Presented by : American Dance Asylum in partnership with The Park Church Tickets $25/general admission - or more for a good cause! $20/student Admission includes a complimentary glass of sangria and nibbles Tickets available at bit.ly/flamenco2026 Proceeds to be

Easter Service : Sunday, April 5, 2026 at 10 AM Sermon Title : “ Helmets Required ” Preached By : The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church   📖 Scripture : Colossians 3:1-4 and Matthew 28:1-10 Worship on Zoom If you are unable to attend service in person, we offer the worship on Zoom. The audio and video quality of our online service has significantly improved. Follow the steps on this page to join .

What : Rainbow Room Game Night When : Tuesday Nights from 6 pm to 9 pm. Where : Beecher Hall at The Park Church, 208 W. Gray St., Elmira (Enter from the church parking lot on the west side of the building.) Bring Your Own Board Games and Favorite Snacks. Light refreshments, soda, and coffee on us! Donations accepted at the door. A Queer Safe Place and Event The Park Church has been Open and Affirming since 2001 Created for LGBTQIA+ For Adults 18+ No Alcohol or Drugs Confident

For 2026, the Pilgrim Press Stillspeaking Writers Group and contributors have produced a daily devotional to guide us through the days of Lent, Maundy Thursday, Palm Sunday, and Easter. Each day includes a scripture reading, reflection and prayer, from the first day of Lent through Easter Sunday. Order the PDF online for $3 . From the first page of the devotional. This Lent, shed what you've outgrown! "There is perhaps nothing more futile than allowing people and circumsta

Volunteer with the Alzheimer's Association Share your time and talent by providing support or raising awareness for this important cause. Getting started is easy! Call: 585-270-1569 Email: smcmaster@alz.org Visit: alz.org/volunteer

Service of the Word : Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 10 AM Sermon Title : " Grace (2nd Edition) " Preached By : The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church 📖 Scriptures : John 3:1-17 and Romans 4:1-5, 13-17 Worship on Zoom If you are unable to attend service in person, we offer the worship on Zoom. The audio and video quality of our online service has significantly improved. Follow the steps on this page to join .

What : Lear Green Speaks: Unpacking the Underground Trunk When : Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 7 PM Where : The Sanctuary at The Park Church, 208 W. Gray St., Elmira Created and portrayed by : Vicie Rolling The event is free. A meet the artist reception will follow the performance. For more information go to framingthepaststorytelling.com This project is made possible by a generous grant from the Hilliard Foundation and from the QuickARTS grant program administered by Th ARTS C

Wednesday School Wednesday, April 1, 2025 at 7 PM Taught By : The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church Where : Beecher Hall Topic : TBA Wednesday School is cancelled tonight, April 1st. It will resume May 6th at 7pm. About Our Adult Spiritual Formation Program, Monday School is becoming a monthly Wednesday School ( Clever new name pending). We expand on concepts you hear from the pulpit, including sessions that touch on scripture, theology, and histo

What : Cantata Singers - Her Light, Her Voice When : Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 4 pm Where : The Park Church, 208 W. Gray St., Elmira, NY Free, accessible, and open to all. A celebration of music by and about women Cantata Singers Programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. Website : cantatasingers.com

Service of the Word : Sunday, March 15, 2026 at 10 AM Sermon Title : " The Lynching Tree " Preached By : The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church 📖 Scriptures : 1 Samuel 16:1-13 and John 9:1-41 Worship on Zoom If you are unable to attend service in person, we offer the worship on Zoom. The audio and video quality of our online service has significantly improved. Follow the steps on this page to join .

Wednesday School Wednesday, March 4, 2025 at 7 PM Taught By : The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church Where : Beecher Hall Topic : Unitarianism, Universalism, and Universalism, but not Unitarian Universalism." Snacks welcome! About Our Adult Spiritual Formation Program, Monday School is becoming a monthly Wednesday School ( Clever new name pending). We expand on concepts you hear from the pulpit, including sessions that touch on scripture, theology,