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Service of the Word & Sacrament: Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 10 AM Sermon Title: "Call Me By My Name" Preached By: The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church 📖 Scriptures: Scripture: John 14:1-14 and Acts of the Apostles 7:54-60 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: Walk A Mile In My Shoes When: May 2, 2026 at 11 AM (must first register) Where: Eldridge Park | 96 Eldridge Park Dr Join Team Park Church! Go to the Walk A Mile Website to register Overview and Registration If you register by 4pm on April 24th, you may pick up T-shirts on Thursday, April 30th, at the Elks Club at 300 East Gray St., Elmira during the following hours: 7:30am – 9:00am, 12noon – 1:30pm, or 5:00pm – 6:30pm Walkers may also choose to register at the On-th

What: The Creation by Haydn Performed by: The Orchestra of the Southern Tier Finger Lakes, The Chorus of the Southern Tier Finger Lakes, and the Cantata Singers When: May 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM Where: The Park Church Sanctuary, Elmira, NY 14901 Tickets Adults: $29 - $59* Students: $15* (ID required) Under 18: FREE (with adult ticket purchase) How to buy: Call 607-936-2873 or go to osfl.org/the-creation-may-2026 ​Description Experience the awe and majesty of Haydn’s The Creation,

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! is a

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.

What: Book Fest 2026 When: Saturday, May 9 from 10 AM to 2 PM Where: Wisner Park - next to The Park Church & The LECOM Events Center The Family Reading Partnership of the Chemung Valley Presents: Book Fest 2026: Go Wild For Books! Book Fest is a family friendly event offering free book-centered fun. This year featuring children's musician, John Simon and magician, juggler and stilt walker, John Wolfson. Visit local authors, character readers, community organizations with game

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 .

What: Fourth Annual Elmira PRIDE Festival Presented By: The Park Church When: Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 11 am to 4 pm Where: Wisner Park - next to The Park Church Contact: office@theparkchurch.org This event is free and open to the public. Sponsored by The Park Church Elmira, NY.... The Park Church announces the sponsorship of the fourth annual celebration affirming LGBTQ+ arts and culture on Saturday, June 6, 2026 to be held in Wisner Park, downtown Elmira. Event time wil

What: Southern Finger Lakes Pride Festival When: Saturday, June 12 - 13, 2026 from 11 am to 5 pm Where: Centerway Square, Corning, NY Website: soflxpride.org/pride-festival Go to soflxpride.org/pride-festival for the complete schedule and details.

What: Valley Pride Picnic When: June 27, 2026 - 11 AM to 3 PM Who: LGBTQIA+ people, friends, and allies Where: East Waverly Park, Waverly, NY About Food, fun, music, games, drag, and more. Meet with members of the regional UU congregations. Save the date – June 27th - more information will be forthcoming in Wednesday Weeklies about how to make reservations for this free picnic in Waverly, for which The Park Church is a co-sponsor. Visit the Valley Pride Picnic 2026 event page

What: Ithaca Pride Festival - "United We Rise" When: Saturday, June 12 - 14, 2026 from 11 am to 5 pm Where: Centerway Square, Corning, NY Website: soflxpride.org/pride-festival Our mission with the Ithaca Pride Alliance is to advance the well-being, connection, and sense of belonging for the LGBTQ+ community across Ithaca and Tompkins County. Go to ithacapridealliance.org/ithaca-pride for the complete schedule and details.

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

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

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 access t

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 Descrip

Service of the Word: Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 10 AM Sermon Title: “Abide in Love” PDF Worship Recap Recording: Scroll to the end of this page 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, plane

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