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Congregational,United Church of Christ

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 : TBA Preached By : The Rev. Beth Frigard Scripture: 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 caring for those impacted mos

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