Overbrook
Presbyterian
Church

Overbrook Presbyterian Church

The Church at the Crossroads
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Order of Worship: March 19, 2023

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 encouraged for all while indoors, regardless of vaccination status.
  • The nursery is open for child care.
  • Join us for Fellowship Hour following worship.
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

Lenten Studies & Soup Suppers
Wednesdays in March
6:00 PM Supper; 6:30 PM Study
Each Wednesday, between Ash Wednesday and Holy Week, there will be opportunities for a simple shared meal and spirited discussion. Please join us for soup, bread, and food for thought. Weekly lessons and discussions will focus on the Gospel message found in popular culture. Members of the OPC staff will join Pastor Adam as session leaders on the following dates:
  • 3/22: Adam Hearlson: The Gospel and Marvel Heroes
  • 3/29: Chris Gage: The Gospel of Game Shows
RPM Café
Friday, March 24, 2023
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
All are welcome to join us in the chapel for good-spirited fellowship, a fine soup and dessert buffet, and shared learning. This month's special program is Poetic License: Writing with Spirit. It will be a day to be dazzled by the humor, inspiration, irony, and contemplative joys of the written word. RPM is a Parish Care Ministry; there is no fee to participate. For more information, please contact Sharon Parker.
Civil Rights Trip Interest Meeting
Sunday, March 26, 2023
Join us in the Chapel following worship to find out more about our upcoming Civil Rights Tour of Birmingham, Montgomery and Selma on October 25-29, 2023. This trip will be a rare opportunity to explore our commitment to justice with the faithful people who were faithful in its pursuit. Click here for some details and come to this meeting for more information.

Giving

  • Giving Options
  • Annual Budget
  • Making a Pledge
  • Memorial Gifts
  • Planned Giving

Giving Options

Give by credit card, debit card or bank account using Realm

Click here to donate by credit card, debit card or bank account. You can indicate the amount you want to give and to which account or accounts you'd like to apply your gift. You can give once or set up recurring gifts.

Give by credit card using PayPal Giving Fund

Click on this link to go to the PayPal Giving Fund where you can make donations to the church using a credit card. When giving this way, the church is not charged any processing fees. You will have to either log in with your PayPal account or create one to donate this way. You are not able to designate how your donation is used with this giving option. If you would like to designate how your donation is used, please use one of the other giving options.

Give on the Realm app

To get the app, search Realm Connect in the app store. Download the FREE app. Sign in with your existing Realm account. Don’t have an account? Contact the church office.

Once you're in the app, click on the Giving button and you can set up one-time or recurring gifts or pledge. You can also view your past giving.

Give by text

Text GIVEOPC followed by the amount (for example: GIVEOPC $100) to 73256. You’ll receive a text message in response with your next steps. After you give one time, your payment method is saved, so you can quickly give again from your phone.

To set up a recurring donation by check or use online bill pay

Most banks offer the option to set up recurring payments or online bill pay. You can set it up so that the church is mailed a check on whatever schedule you choose. You’d need to check your bank’s website or call them to set that up. The church mailing address is 6376 City Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19151.

Give by mail

We also welcome donations by mail. The church address is Overbrook Presbyterian Church, 6376 City Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19151. Please make checks payable to Overbrook Presbyterian Church and indicate on the memo line if the donation is intended for a particular purpose.

Annual Budget

Overbrook Presbyterian Church has an annual budget of around $450,000 that supports all of our programs and ministries. The budget is funded by a variety of different sources. Investment income from endowment funds, rental of space to outside users, fundraisers—all of these are important. However, the vast majority comes from contributions from members and friends. Every gift truly matters, however large or small.

Making a Pledge

Each year in the fall, members of the congregation are invited to make a pledge or estimate of giving for the coming year, indicating their level of financial commitment. This allows the Session of the church to prepare the annual budget, based on a reasonable expectation of income for the next year. Pledge amounts are kept confidential. If you would like to make a pledge, please contact our Financial Secretary or click here to make your pledge online.

Memorial Gifts

Members and friends of Overbrook Presbyterian Church may wish to make donations to honor the memory of family members or friends, particularly those who have had an association with Overbrook during their lifetimes.

To make a memorial gift with a credit card, debit card or bank account

Click here to donate by credit card, debit card or bank account. You can indicate the amount you want to give and select the Memorial Gift fund. Please use the Memo line to enter who the gift in is memory of.

To make a memorial gift by mail

The church address is Overbrook Presbyterian Church, 6376 City Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19151. Please make checks payable to Overbrook Presbyterian Church and indicate on the memo line who the gift is in memory of.

If you have any question, please contact our Financial Secretary (carol@overbrookpresb.org).

Planned Giving

Some church members may wish to include Overbrook Presbyterian Church in their estate planning, to help ensure the long-term financial health and stability of the church. A variety of giving options are available, including bequests in wills, charitable gift annuities, and charitable remainder trusts. These kinds of gifts are a great blessing to future generations. They may also provide financial benefits to the donor, such as lifetime income from an annuity, tax savings, and simplified financial management. If you are interested in exploring these options, please contact our Financial Secretary for more information.

Click here for more giving options and pledging.

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.

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.
Forum
Sundays at 9:15 AM
Williamson Room
In-person & Online
Please join us for conversations on how to grow spiritually and more fully in discernment, focusing on the intersection of life and faith following in the footsteps of Jesus. For more information, contact Trudy Sheau.
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
Wednesdays from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Williamson Room
In-Person & Online

Bell Choir Rehearsal
Thursdays at 6:30 PM
Bell Choir Room
In-Person

Adult Choir Rehearsal
Thursdays at 7:30 PM
Choir Room
In-Person

Children's Activities
For more information on activities for children, 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.

Newsletter

March 2023

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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