Overbrook
Presbyterian
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Overbrook Presbyterian Church

The Church at the Crossroads
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Order of Worship: Oct. 17, 2021

Worship Services

Indoor In-Person Worship
Sundays at 10:30 AM
We are open for in-person worship in the sanctuary. Here are the details:
  • Masking is required for all while indoors, regardless of vaccination status.
  • There is a ramp to the sanctuary and an usher at the Lancaster Ave door to assist the mobility challenged.
  • The nursery is open for child care.
  • There is Fellowship Hour following worship. Please remain masked while indoors at all times.
Worship will continue to be offered on online for those who cannot or prefer not to attend in person.
Join our Email List
If you'd like to be added to our e-mail list, please email Carol (carol@overbrookpresb.org).
Past Online Worship Services
Watch our past online services here on YouTube.

In-Person & Online Gatherings

RPM Cafe
Friday, October 15, 2021
1:00 to 2:00 PM
ONLINE
RPM, Overbrook's Retired Person's Ministry, will zoom together for "What's Next: Exploring the "Adventures of Aging." Promising to present a wild, yet good-humored, blend of optimism and realism, a panel of OPC's card carrying seniors will share their personal experiences and offer guidance to enhance personal wellbeing. This is an exciting time in our lives...and many adventures are still well within our grasps. Please join us for this hour of spirited discussion and fellowship
Tunes of Overbrook
Saturday, October 23
7:00 PM
ONLINE
Come one come all to this year’s Tunes of Overbrook! We will showcase the many musical talents of the congregation. If you’d like to share your talent, please contact Keedra Carroll.
This year we are not going to do a traditional fundraiser instead we will come together and enjoy and celebrate each other as a church and a community. There will be some special announcements during the program so make sure you mark your calendars. You won’t want to miss this special event!

Weekly Gatherings

Zoom links for all online events will be shared on email, our Realm calendar and our Community Facebook page. If you'd like to be added to our mailing list, please email Carol.
Women’s Prayer & Support Group
Tuesdays at 7:30 AM
ONLINE
The women of Overbrook come together on Zoom for some prayer, connection, and support.
Bible Study
Starting September 15, 2021
Wednesdays
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Chapel
IN PERSON & ONLINE
Bible Study will be in person along with the opportunity to join online. The study will be on Paul’s Letter to the Romans for the fall through December.
Adult Choir Rehearsal
Thursdays
7:30 to 9:00 PM
Choir Room
IN PERSON
Masks will be required, but we will have some activities where we are outside or sufficiently spaced apart so that we can take a break from mask-wearing.
Men’s Group
Saturdays at 9:00 AM
ONLINE
Join the OPC Men's Group every Saturday morning on Zoom for conversation and fellowship.
Children's Activities
For more information on weekly online activities for children and youth, visit this link or contact Anthony.
Connect on Facebook
Keep connected with our community on our private Facebook Community page.
Using Zoom
If you have any questions about how to use Zoom, please read this info page or contact Carol.

2018 Events

2019 Pictures ∣ 2017 Pictures ∣ 2016 Pictures

Christmas Eve Family Service
December 24, 2018

Our Christmas Eve Family Service is a wonderful celebration, bringing together children, youth, and adults. The service is followed by dinner and gingerbread house decorating.


 

 

Harvest Prayer Breakfast
November 10, 2018

Prayer Breakfasts are a great opportunity for fellowship.


 

 

Taste of Overbrook
October 20, 2018

This annual fundraiser features dishes from around the world, showcasing the diversity of Overbrook Presbyterian.


 

 

Blessing of the Animals
October 7, 2018

Participants brought their favorite animals for a brief worship service on the grounds of Overbrook Church.


 

 

Homecoming Sunday
September 9, 2018

After church, all our committees and activities set up tables to share information on what they do and to recruit volunteers.


 

 

Youth Mission Trip
August 4 - 11, 2018

Sixteen of our youth and six chaperones travelled to West Virginia to do repairs and renovations on the homes of families in need working with the West Virginia Ministry of Advocacy and Workcamps, Inc.


 

 

Vacation Bible School
July 29 - August 2, 2018

Over thirty kids joined our dedicated staff of a week of crafts, games, stories and fun at VBS with the theme of My Father's World.


 

 

Feed My Starving Children MobilePack
Saturday, April 28, 2018

In partnership with Bonner & Prendergast Catholic High School, 740 volunteers came together to pack over 16,600 meals - enough to feed 319 starving children for a year!


 

 

Youth Group Bake Sale
Sunday, April 22, 2018

Our Youth Group baked tons of yummy goodies and put on a bake sale to raise money for their Mission Trip this summer.


 

 

Hootenanny for Hunger
Saturday, April 14, 2018

Food, fellowship, fun -- and square dancing! This wonderful night brought us all together to raise money to support our Feed My Starving MobilePack.


 

 

Easter Worship
Sunday, April 1, 2018


 

 

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Monday, January 15, 2018

Members and friends of OPC joined together in a morning of service activities in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Activities included cooking for Aid for Friends; making cards for troops and shut-ins; sewing garments for children in need; and beautifying and restoring our church building and property. In addition to all those activities, volunteers helped to create a t-shirt memorial to victims of gun violence in Philadelphia.


 

 

Ordination and Installation of Elders and Deacons
January 14, 2018


 

 

The Art of Christmas
Sunday, January 7, 2018

Peter Seidel, a gifted teacher at Friends' Central School and OPC member, led a wonderful tour of the Advent-Christmas art in the Philadelphia Museum of Art.


 

 

2019 Pictures ∣ 2017 Pictures ∣ 2016 Pictures

Where to Get Help

Pastoral Care
If you have pastoral care needs, please contact Adam.
If You Need Help
If you are in need of any help or support, please reach out to our Parish Care Associate, Sharon Parker, our Deacons or office (the office is closed, but we will be checking email and voicemail).
Click here or more information on our Errands Ministry, Prayer & Care Bags, and Deacons ministry.

How to Make a Difference

Vigils for Racial Justice
Thursdays
4:00 to 6:30 PM
These vigils will be held outside each Thursday. For more information, click here.
Antiracism and Social Justice Lending Library
For more information our our Antiracism and Social Justice Lending Library, click here.
Donate to Sustain the Church and its Ministries
Our church relies on donations to continue our ministries, maintain our building, and pay our staff. In these uncertain times, we rely more than ever on those who are able to donate. We offer many online giving options and pick up mail regularly if you'd prefer to mail in a check. Click here for all our giving options.

Order of Worship

October 17, 2021

Newsletter

October 2021

Farmers Market

Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
In the Church Parking Lot

Overbrook Presbyterian Church
The Church at the Crossroads

P: 215-877-2744
E: office@overbrookpresb.org

6376 City Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19151

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