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Congregational,United Church of Christ

Service of the Word: Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 10 AM Sermon Title: "I contain multitudes" Preached By: The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church 📖 Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 13:11-13 and Matthew 28:16-20 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 & Sacrament: Sunday, May 24, 2026 at 10 AM Sermon Title: "Like a Jedi Are You, Hrmmm." Preached By: The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church 📖 Scriptures: Numbers 11:24-30 and Acts 2:1-21 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 Confidential

Presented by the Vocal Essence (VEST) of the Souther Tier ONE WEEKEND. MANY VOICES. UNITED IN SONG. No auditions. No experience needed. Just show up and sing. About BloomVEST is an intergenerational community sing (ages 12 and older) centered on themes of peace, hope, and shared humanity. Through accessible and meaningful songs of resilience, unity, and reflection, participants will experience the power of singing as a way to connect, heal, and grow together. Rooted in VEST's

Presented by the Vocal Essence (VEST) of the Souther Tier Concert What: BloomVEST Concert When: May 30, 2026 - 4 PM Where: The Park Church, 208 W. Gray St., Elmira Free! $10 donation is suggested Order in advance at vest.choirgenius.com/storefront About An intergenerational community event for singing Social and Solidarity Anthems centered on connection, wellness, and shared humanity. Morgan Jolley, Artistic Director Ethel Stroman and Kirsty Ferguson, Song Leaders Emmett Scot

Vocal Essence of the Southern Tier cordially invites you to a What: BloomVEST Benefit Reception When: May 30, 2026 immediately following the BloomVEST concert Where: The Park Church Parlour, 208 W. Gray St., Elmira Featuring performances by the children of VEST Please join us to support our mission of providing barrier-free music access to everyone. Want to Sing in BloomVEST Weekend? If you are interested in singing in the Bloom VEST weekend, please visit vestny.org/events Al

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 Value Start

Wednesday School Wednesday, June, 2026 at 7 PM Taught By: The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church Where: Beecher Hall Topic: Focus on The Bible and the Queer Community. 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: 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: 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: 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