Overbrook
Presbyterian
Church

Overbrook Presbyterian Church

The Church at the Crossroads
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Order of Worship: September 24, 2023

Worship Services

Worship with us on Sundays at 10:30 AM and join us for Fellowship Hour following worship.
Past Online Worship Services
Watch our past online services here on YouTube.
Join our Email List
If you'd like to be added to our e-mail list, please email Carol (carol@overbrookpresb.org).

In-Person & Online Gatherings

Blessing of the Animals
Sunday, October 1, 2023
3:00 PM
All creatures great and small are invited to gather on the church lawn for a special blessing. Pastor Adam and Seminarian Marc welcome special companions, whether they bark, meow, sing, swish, or slither. If your companion pet is unable to travel, please feel free to bring their picture. Favorite stuffed animals are also welcome. In the event of inclement weather, the Blessing of the Animals will take place in the Sanctuary.
Kensington Project
Sunday, October 8
9:30 AM
For some time, members of Overbrook have been visiting neighbors in Kensington to deliver food, toiletry items, clothing, blankets, and more. What we also bring is the love of God. Youth will be making meals and preparing other items to deliver. We are also setting aside space in the church to collect needed items on an ongoing basis.
Fall Inquirer’s Class
Sundays, October 15 and October 22, 2023
9:00 AM
Have you been attending OPC and considering membership here? Are you simply curious to know more about Presbyterianism and how our church is organized and makes decisions? Do you want to know more about our members and opportunities to serve our community? Bring your burning questions and join Adam Hearlson in the Williamson Room for an exploration of all things Overbrook. Coffee and refreshments will be served to fortify our robust discussion. RSVP to Elizabeth Mendoza, and please let us know if you would appreciate childcare during these classes.
Taste of Overbrook Dinner & Auction
Saturday, October 21, 2023
5:30 PM
For those of you who are new to OPC, “Taste of Overbrook” is a celebration of the many cultures that bring us together. You can purchase tickets online or at Fellowship Hour on Sundays (Early Bird pricing of $5 off available through Sunday 9/24!)
Organizing this event is a big task, and the Stewardship Committee needs your help! Currently, at the top of our to-do list, is gathering items for the live auction. Perhaps you have a mountain or beach house weekend to share? Tickets to a local sporting or music event? Willingness to prepare dinner for friends? Contact Keedra Carroll with any ideas or if you would like to help gather items for the live auction.
If you have a favorite dish you’d like to make, sign-up sheets will be available on Sundays at Fellowship Hour, or you can contact Carol Rozmiarek.

Church Staff: Music Director

Dr. Christopher Gage

Christopher Gage

The Music Director of Overbrook Presbyterian Church is Dr. Christopher Gage. As Music Director, he not only plays the organ, but also leads the Overbrook Choir, the Overbrook Junior Choir, and the Overbrook Westminster Handbell Choir.

Chris has earned praise for his style of organ playing, especially his convincing interpretations of the music of the North German Baroque, at home and abroad—recent performances include those in Kansas City, Missouri; Providence, Rhode Island; and Groningen, the Netherlands. He received his Doctor of Musical Arts Degree in organ performance from the University of Kansas in 2016, and his past teachers include Michael Bauer, James Higdon, David Higgs, William Porter, and David Herman.

A strong advocate of keyboard pedagogy, Chris has taught music theory at the collegiate level at the Eastman School of Music, University of Rochester, and University of Kansas. As he pursues a Doctor of Philosophy degree in music theory, his research focuses on keyboard repertoire, technique, and pedagogy before 1700.

In addition to his stellar organ skills and teaching background, Chris brings a wealth of church music and choral skills to Overbrook Presbyterian, too.  He has served as Director of Music at Twelve Corners Presbyterian Church in Rochester, NY and organist-choirmaster at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Leavenworth, KS.  He also completed an internship in church music with a concentration in children's choirs and teaching handbells at Newark United Methodist Church in Delaware.

Aside from playing organ, he enjoys cooking, baking, and watching old sitcoms, although he will deny having seen every episode of The Golden Girls.

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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
Chapel
In-person
Formal programming for Forum is on summer break, but Coffee and Conversation will be available in the Chapel, throughout July and August. From 9:15-10:15 AM each Sunday, the coffee will be brewing and the welcome will be warm. Join us in the Chapel for fellowship and informal discussion.
Tuesday Prayer Group
Tuesdays at 7:30 AM
Online
Join us on Zoom for some prayer, connection, and support.
Bible Study
Bible Study is on break for the month of July.
Adult Choir Rehearsal
Choir is on break for the summer.
Farmers Market
Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Parking Lot
In-Person
Established in 2008, this market has a loyal following of residents in the neighborhood who make this market a regular part of their Saturday mornings.
Children's Activities
For more information on activities for children, 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

September 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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