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Continuing a Legacy of Activism in the Southern Tier
a just world for all
Worship
Sunday Morning Worship
All are welcome to join us for Sunday morning worship at 10 AM in our breathtaking sanctuary, illuminated with natural light through skylight and stained glass windows and filled with the melodious sounds of our 2800 pipe organ. Our sanctuary’s 1875 Victorian walnut interior may feel old fashioned, but our thinking about issues of contemporary life is not. We are inspired by our abolitionist roots and continue to care for each other and our community with the same soul fire and action as they did.
Text of sermons preached by The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church unless otherwise specified. Scripture readings reference the Common English Bible.
Unable to attend the in-person worship? You can join live via Zoom (most services).
January 18, 2026 - Sword Mouth
Service of the Word : Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 10 AM Sermon Title : " Sword Mouth " Preached By : The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church 📖 Scriptures : John 1:29-42 and Isaiah 49:1-7 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 .
January 11, 2026 - Unoriginal Sin
Service of the Word : Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 10 AM Sermon Title : " Unoriginal Sin " Preached By : The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church 📖 Scriptures : Isaiah 42:1-9 and Matthew 3:13-17 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 .
December 24, 2025 - Christmas Eve Services
At 3:45 PM - a simfonia performed by Charlotte Cook. What : Contemporary and Traditional Lessons and Carols Celebrating the Nativity of Our Savior with Candlelight Closing Homily : “ Christmas in Khartoum ” Preached By : The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church When : Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 4 PM Where : The Park Church Sanctuary What : Contemplative Service of the Nativity with Candlelight Closing Featuring : Local acoustic musicians Homily :
December 14 & 18, 2025 Advent Organ Recitals
What: Advent-Christmas Organ Recital - Church Service - Advent III (Joy) When: Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 10 AM Where: The Park Church, Elmira, NY Sunday Recital will be available live on Zoom If you are unable to attend service in person, we offer the worship on Zoom and later a recording on theparkchurch.org . The audio and video quality of our online service has significantly improved. Follow the steps on this page to join . What: Advent-Christmas Organ Recital - lunch
December 28, 2025 - Breakfast and Carol Sing
Worship : Sunday, December 28, 2025 at 10 am Where : Beecher Hall Sunday morning informal worship with a Christmas Carol sing, followed by fellowship coffee hour with bagels.
December 21, 2025 - Dog is Good
Service of the Word : Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 10 AM Sermon Title : Dog is Good (Advent III - Joy) Preached By : The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church 📖 Scriptures : Isaiah 7:10-16 and Matthew 1:18-25 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 .
December 7, 2025 - Good War?
Service of the Word & Sacrament : Sunday, December 7, 2025 at 10 AM Sermon Title : Good War? (Advent II) Preached By : The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church 📖 Scriptures : Matthew 3:1-12 and Isaiah 11:1-10 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 .
January 4, 2026 - Daybreak
Service of the Word & Sacrament : Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 10 AM Sermon Title : " Daybreak " Preached By : The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church 📖 Scriptures : Ephesians 3:1-12 and Matthew 2:1-12 You are invited to wear a crown or any other fun hat for this Sunday as we celebrate “Three Kings Day." 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 sig
November 2, 2025 - Monsters of Love
Service of the Word & Sacrament : Sunday, November 2, 2025 at 10 AM Sermon Title : " Monsters of Love " Preached By : The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church 📖 Scriptures : Ephesians 1:11-23 and Luke 6:20-31 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 .
November 16, 2025 - Tangled
Service of the Word : Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 10 AM Sermon Title : " Tangled " Preached By : The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church 📖 Scriptures : Luke 21:5-19 and Isaiah 65:17-25 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 .
November 9, 2025 - Defeat of Bogey
Service of the Word : Sunday, November 9, 2025 at 10 AM Sermon Title : " Defeat of Bogey " Preached By : The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church 📖 Scriptures : 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17 and Luke 20:27-38 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 .
November 23, 2025 - Atticus
Service of the Word : Sunday, November 23, 2025 at 10 AM Sermon Title : " Atticus " Preached By : The Rev. J. Gary Brinn, Pastor and Teacher of The Park Church 📖 Scriptures : Colossians 1:11-20 and Jeremiah 23:1-6 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 .
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