Welcome to Guilford Park Presbyterian Church
Celebrating Christ with open minds, loving hearts, and serving hands.
We believe that we strengthen the body of Christ by embracing diversity,
working for justice, and serving our neighbors.
All are welcome!
We have our 9 a.m. Contemporary service
10 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. Traditional worship. |
Sunday school Sunday school for all ages starts at 10am.
Classes include : The Thoughtful Christian/Contemporary Events—Library Led by Jeff Paschal and Kit Schooley Coffee & Conversation—Parish Associates’ Office Group-led with Rebecca Conway as facilitator Beginning 1/12/20 running thru 2/23/20 will be the following: Traveling with Moses through Bible Study of the book of Exodus using Serendipity Bible participation discussion questions. This 10 -10:45 AM class in led by Mary Farmer and George Setzer in round table discussion style. |
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Guilford Park presents special Christmas Music
Heinrich von Herzogenberg’s
THE BIRTH OF CHRIST
DECEMBER 15 at 11:00 a.m.
THE BIRTH OF CHRIST
DECEMBER 15 at 11:00 a.m.
Part III of the Christmas Oratorio, Op. 90
CHANCEL CHOIR AND SOLOISTS
In celebration of the birth of our Savior, Chancel Choir, soloists, and
chamber orchestra will present Part III of Heinrich Herzogenberg’s
Christmas Oratorio, The Birth of Christ. Written in 1894, the work
incorporates popular carols of the day, many are still familiar today.
CHANCEL CHOIR AND SOLOISTS
In celebration of the birth of our Savior, Chancel Choir, soloists, and
chamber orchestra will present Part III of Heinrich Herzogenberg’s
Christmas Oratorio, The Birth of Christ. Written in 1894, the work
incorporates popular carols of the day, many are still familiar today.
Psalm 24:1-5
This Psalm reminds us that everything we have is from God. But then it takes us a step further and tells us that to see God face to face, we cannot lift up our souls to what is false. Money and consumerism can easily become a false idol, particularly in our US context. We are called to recognize that all we have comes from God. Acknowledging God’s abundance and provision, and then sharing generously from that provision will help us move in the direction the Psalmist tells us to, have clean hands and pure hearts. And we are promised blessing, vindication and salvation when we do that.
This Psalm reminds us that everything we have is from God. But then it takes us a step further and tells us that to see God face to face, we cannot lift up our souls to what is false. Money and consumerism can easily become a false idol, particularly in our US context. We are called to recognize that all we have comes from God. Acknowledging God’s abundance and provision, and then sharing generously from that provision will help us move in the direction the Psalmist tells us to, have clean hands and pure hearts. And we are promised blessing, vindication and salvation when we do that.
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A NOTE FROM THE PASTOR
December 5, 2019
Dear Friends in Christ,
How is your Advent preparation going? Are you finding time for prayer, quiet, exercise, study of the Bible, and worship? How about some time for service as well? Whew! Are you getting to catch your breath some too?
This is the 2nd Sunday of Advent. The Christmas Breakfast will be held 8:30-10:30 a.m. Thank you, Fellowship Committee for your hospitality!
A New Member class will be held at around 12:15 p.m. in the Westminster Room. Join us and we'll treat you to lunch from Panera.
Adult Sunday school classes will be held. The Genesis class (last one) will meet at 10:30 a.m., but the other classes will meet at 10:00 a.m.
The Thoughtful Christian/Contemporary Issues class will continue exploring the coming of Christ through The Messiah: An Adult Advent Study by Old Testament scholar Walter Brueggemann. Here's the downloadable link, if you wish to read in advance. http://
https://gallery.mailchimp.com/7508fee730ae80fcd0af212dd/files/29129042-9b90-4457-a5cf-92f4a637a56a/The_Messiah_An_Adult_Advent_Study_Session_2_Handout.pdf
As we observe spiritual practices this Advent, may God shape us and use us as instruments of God's peace and love in a hurting world.
Peace,
Jeff
How is your Advent preparation going? Are you finding time for prayer, quiet, exercise, study of the Bible, and worship? How about some time for service as well? Whew! Are you getting to catch your breath some too?
This is the 2nd Sunday of Advent. The Christmas Breakfast will be held 8:30-10:30 a.m. Thank you, Fellowship Committee for your hospitality!
A New Member class will be held at around 12:15 p.m. in the Westminster Room. Join us and we'll treat you to lunch from Panera.
Adult Sunday school classes will be held. The Genesis class (last one) will meet at 10:30 a.m., but the other classes will meet at 10:00 a.m.
The Thoughtful Christian/Contemporary Issues class will continue exploring the coming of Christ through The Messiah: An Adult Advent Study by Old Testament scholar Walter Brueggemann. Here's the downloadable link, if you wish to read in advance. http://
https://gallery.mailchimp.com/7508fee730ae80fcd0af212dd/files/29129042-9b90-4457-a5cf-92f4a637a56a/The_Messiah_An_Adult_Advent_Study_Session_2_Handout.pdf
As we observe spiritual practices this Advent, may God shape us and use us as instruments of God's peace and love in a hurting world.
Peace,
Jeff
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Mike Sasser in his support for Greensboro Urban Ministries
Mike Sasser with Isaiah Mickens and Sentellis Cooper at the Thursday mentoring group at Guilford Park Presbyterian Church. "I get so much from being with these young men". Read More |
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