Overbrook
Presbyterian
Church

Overbrook Presbyterian Church is a welcoming and
diverse Christian community that actively seeks to
love and serve God, each other, and the world.

The Christian life is meant to be
shared together, and Overbrook
offers an open and inclusive community where all are welcome.

At the heart of our faith is the belief that
God's love is revealed to us most fully in
Jesus Christ—his life, death, and resurrection.

We invite you to come in and
take a closer look at our church.
Come join us for worship.

Upcoming Events

OPC Youth Kick-off
Sunday, September 30, 2018
4:30 PM to 6:30 PM

It's time for OPC Youth, grades 6-12, to meet, eat, have fun...and plan a year of adventure and service. This will be a year of "choose your own adventure; discover your personal mission." Dinner will be the official "OPC Youth pasta/salad/pizza buffet," served with a wide variety of exciting program opportunities for all age groups! Guests are always welcome! RSVP to Sharon Parker by September 27.

Special Congregational Meeting
Sunday, October 7, 2018

There will be a special congregational meeting immediately following worship to elect the next Pastor Nominating Committee (PNC). This will be the only matter conducted at this meeting.

The Blessing of the Animals
Sunday, October 7, 2018
2:00 PM

All members and friends of Overbrook, and especially their pets, are invited to participate in the Blessing of the Animals. Annually, this short service of blessing and thanksgiving, takes place on the church lawn, the Sunday closest to the Feast of Saint Francis. Please bring your pets, and join in the celebration of all creatures of God’s kingdom.

OPC Middle School Youth: What's Cooking?
Sunday, October 14, 2018
12:15 to 1:30 PM

All students in grades 6-8 are invited to grab an apron and stir the pots! We'll be making soup for Aid For Friends. While the pots are simmering, we'll also be sharing lunch together. Each participant will receive an official "OPC Mission Possible" chef's apron. Please register with Sharon Parker to reserve your apron!

OPC High School Youth: Triennium Preview
Sunday, October 14, 2018
6:00 to 8:00 PM

All high school youth interested in learning more about the Presbyterian Youth Triennium at Purdue University, July 16-20, are invited to a Triennium preview and interest meeting at Oxford Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia. Transportation will be provided. Please contact Sharon Parker for more information.

Taste of Overbrook Dinner
Saturday, October 20, 2018
6:00 PM

Your taste buds will travel the world as you sample food celebrating OPC's rich array of cultural heritages. There will also be a chance to support OPC by donating or purchasing auction items. Most important, the Taste of Overbrook 2018 will be the opportunity to break bread and be in community with your friends at the Crossroads.

Tickets are available online; will be on sale each Sunday at Coffee Hour; or you can buy tickets at the door.

We are now eagerly accepting donations for this year's auction. Please contact Will Schick or Karen Wong if you have items, ideas, services or experiences you'd like to donate!

Visit the National Museum of African American History and Culture
Saturday, October 27, 2018
7:15 AM to 7:30 PM

Thank you to all who purchased tickets for the National Museum of African American History trip. There are no more tickets.

Departure is October 27, 2018, 7:15 AM at the Federal Reserve Bank (7th and Arch Street). Return time is 7:30 PM.

Information on when you will receive your tickets, possible car-pooling to the bank and parking near the bank will be given closer to the departure date. Contact Artia Benjamin for more information.

Recent Events

Click here to see some pictures of recent events at Overbrook Presbyterian Church.

Welcome to Overbrook Presbyterian Church.

We are a vibrant, growing congregation of about 400 members located since 1889 at the corner of City and Lancaster Avenues, in the historic Philadelphia neighborhood of Overbrook Farms.

Our church attracts members from throughout the Philadelphia metro area, from city and suburb alike. We are a multicultural church that values our tremendous diversity, and warmly embraces all people as full members of God’s family.

Overbrook is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA), though we have a thoroughly ecumenical spirit. Our members come from a wide variety of denominational backgrounds to form a community centered in Jesus Christ.

We invite you to come in and take a closer look at our church. And join us for worship, if you are able. We would love to welcome you to share in our journey of faith here at Overbrook.

Sunday Morning Schedule

Adult Forum

9:15 AM - McMillan Chapel
An engaging discussion on issues of faith and life. Led by The Rev. Raymond Bonwell, Bridge Pastor.

Sept. 23 - Perspectives on forgiveness, healing and reconciliation.
Sept. 30 - We welcome the leaders of the Philadelphia Presbytery and continue discussing the perspectives on forgiveness, healing and reconciliation.

Worship

10:30 AM - Sanctuary
The Rev. Raymond Bonwell, Bridge Pastor

Sept. 23: Readings: Jeremiah 11:18-20, James 3:13-4:3, 7-8a.
Sermon: Let's Play Golf?
Sept. 30: Healing Service with leaders of the Philadelphia Presbytery
Readings: Numbers 11:4-6, 10-16, 24-29; Psalm 19:7-14; James 5:13-20; Mark 9:38-50
Sermon: Time for an Oil Change

Sunday School

10:45 AM - Pre-K to Grade 2 leave Worship for Sunday School

11:15 AM - Grades 3 to 12 leave Worship for Sunday School

Coffee Hour

11:30 AM - Wistar Morris Room

Order of Worship

September 23, 2018

Weekly Events at Overbrook

Junior Choir Rehearsal & Dinner

Mondays from 5:15 to 6:30 PM - Choral Room

Bible Study

Wednesdays from 10:00 to 11:30 AM - McMillan Chapel
Led by The Rev. Raymond Bonwell, Bridge Pastor

Sept. 26, 2018 - Overview of the Old Testament focusing on 1-2 Samuel. Preparation suggested and not required. Suggested reading: God’s Covenant with David, 2 Samuel 5-7 (that’s chapters five, six, and seven).

Overbrook Choir Rehearsal

Thursdays at 7:30 PM - Choral Room

Farmers Market

Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM - Church Parking Lot
Operated by The Food Trust.

September 2018

Overbrook Presbyterian Church

The Church at the Crossroads