Guest preacher Rev. Keenan Kelsey discusses prayer, drawing out the various levels of meaning in the Lord’s Prayer, as well as setting it in the larger context of Jesus’ teachings.
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Join Us This Sunday, July 28, 2013
Wednesday, July 24th, 2013
Join us this Sunday, July 28th, as we welcome The Rev. Keenan Kelsey as our Guest Preacher. Rev. Keenan Kelsey is recently retired after 14 years at Noe Valley Ministry, and service at Old First Presbyterian, and Church of the Roses before that. It will be wonderful to have her with us again. We will also commission the Youth for their Mission Trip and have a farewell luncheon for Rev. Katie Morrison during Coffee Hour in the Family Room.
To Do or to Be That is the Question
Sunday, July 21st, 2013
Guest preacher Rev. Kathy Ray discusses Luke 10:38, both in terms of what it says about busyness vs. mindfulness and how it illuminates the powerful role of women in the early Christian church.
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Psalm 23 (The Lord is My Shepherd)
Sunday, July 21st, 2013
Franz Schubert. Composer
Marcia Roy, Piano
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Join Us This Sunday, July 21, 2013
Thursday, July 18th, 2013
Join us this Sunday, July 21st, as we welcome The Rev. Kathy Ray as our Guest Preacher. Kathy is no stranger to Montclair Presbyterian Church and it is always a treat to have her preaching with us. The MPC Choir will be singing and we will welcome home our participants from the 2013 Presbyterian Youth Triennium.
I Want to Be Ready
Sunday, July 14th, 2013
Traditional African-American Spiritual
MPC Men’s Mini-Choir
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Is Life Like a Box of Chocolates According to Progressive Christianity?
Sunday, July 14th, 2013
Rev. Beth and MPC member Earl Hamlin discuss Deuteronomy 30 in the light of an article on ProgressiveChristianity.org, asking the question: what is ‘progressive Christian’, and does that definition suit MPC?
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We Invite You To Join Us For Our Next Taize Service
Tuesday, July 9th, 2013
TAIZÉ MEDITATION SERVICE ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 17th: Treat yourself to a refreshing break in your week, amidst the slings, arrows, clanging, clamor, traffic jams, repulsive politics, and general frenzy of urban life! Mark your calendar and save 7:00-8:00 p.m. on July 17th in the sanctuary for the monthly (3rd Wednesday) candlelight Taizé meditation service consisting of music, scripture reading, prayer, and silence. The meditative songs will help you access the inner peace and serenity that may sometimes be in hiding.
Summer Godly Play Program
Tuesday, July 2nd, 2013
Summer Godly Play Program: Over the summer we are excited to offer a new curriculum called “God’s Paintbrush” for our children age 5 and up. This program nurtures the imagination of both the teacher and the child. The sessions will explore what we mean when we say “God.” We will have the opportunity to experience God through our senses (seeing, hearing, speaking, touching). Each session is based on conversation and exploration and , like Godly Play, questions that are open-ended, wondering questions. Each week there will be different creative reflection activities including writing, painting, drawing, or working with clay (each adapted for the various developmental levels of our children). The program is non-denominational and used widely by both Christian and Jewish educators. Two sessions will be led by Cindy Gullikson, who will share experiences from her recent trip to Israel. If you would like to help with the children’s program over the summer, contact Linda Spencer at (510) 763-2274 or lindaspencer9@gmail.com.
Summer Schedule:
June 30: God’s Paintbrush: What is God Like?
Purpose: To explore what we mean when we say “God” through scripture and our own experience, and to help the children come to an awareness of God’s presence in creation.
July 7: Family Sunday. Children remain in Celebration
July 14: God’s Paintbrush: Seeing
Purpose: To notice the beauty of God’s creation experiencing both the big picture and the details.
July 21: God’s Paintbrush: Hearing and Speaking
Purpose: To explore how we experience God’s love, and how we can express that love to others.
July 28: God’s Paintbrush: Touching…praying with clay
Purpose: To explore how God comforts us; and how we can respond to God with our whole being.
Note August Celebration/Children’s program begins at 5 pm, followed by a BBQ dinner.
August 4: Family Sunday. Children remain in Celebration
August 11: God’s Paintbrush: Doing/Cindy Gullikson’s Travel Log – Part 1
Purpose: To learn more about Israel and how travel helps us to become closer to God. When we travel we use all our senses and we learn more about how we can be involved in doing God’s work.
August 18: Children remain in Celebration – Youth Group Mission Trip Sharing
August 25: God’s Paintbrush: Doing/Cindy Gullikson’s Travel Log – Part 2
Purpose: To learn more about Israel and how travel helps us to become closer to God. When we travel we use all our senses, and we learn more about how we can be involved in doing God’s work.
Sept 1: Children remain in Celebration
September 8: Godly Play resumes
September 15: Kick-Off Sunday
7th of July Celebration
Thursday, June 27th, 2013
7th of July Celebration with John Spencer and His Band, XD7! Just when you thought the fireworks were over, Montclair Presbyterian Church is planning to continue the fun! All are invited to join us for Celebration in the Courtyard on Sunday, July 7th at 10 am! This is our Family Sunday so children ages 5 and over are encouraged to Celebrate with us. John Spencer and his band will provide our music. Rev. Beth will be preaching and we will be sharing communion together. Only God knows what the weather will be that day so be sure to dress in layers and bring sunscreen in case the sun decides to make a morning appearance! Bring your friends and neighbors and your readiness to tap your toes and enjoy the fresh air!