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.

Connect with Us on Realm

We have a member/friend database called Realm. This database will make it easier for our church family to connect with each other and keep up with what’s going on here at OPC.

If you've already got a Realm log-in, click here to sign in. If you would like to join, please contact our office at 215-877-2744.

Realm Calendar

Zoom links to all our worship and events online are posted on our Realm calendar. Once you log into Realm, click on EVENTS to access the list of upcoming events.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my personal information safe and who can see my information?
All of your information is safe and cannot be accessed by anyone that has not been invited to join Realm. You also can set your privacy to limit what members/friends see on the directory. While you can hide the majority of your information from most of the church, you should know that, regardless of your settings, contact data will still be visible to certain members of the church staff.
How do I set my privacy settings?
Log into Realm.
Click your name in the upper-right corner, and select My Profile.
Select a family member (if more than one).
On the Info tab, next to Edit Profile, click to the privacy icon.
Click Everyone for your Privacy setting - or use Custom Privacy to set them how you prefer. Remember, even if you choose Everyone, your information is only available to other OPC Realm users.
Click Save.
Regardless of your settings, your information can be seen by Staff.
Realm will not load on my computer. What do I do?
Make sure that you are using a compatible browser.
For best results, keep your browser updated to the latest version. We recommend using the latest version of any of the following internet browsers:
  • Chrome
  • Firefox
  • Microsoft Edge
  • Safari
  • If you want to check that you are using the latest browser go to whatbrowser.org to find out.
    Operating Systems: Some older operating systems cannot use the latest browser versions. If your operating system cannot use the latest version of your browser, update the operating system first. This will not only give you access to the best features in Realm, but will help ensure your security on the Internet. Out-of-date operating systems and browsers are far more vulnerable to attacks.
    How do I create a Secure Password?
    Your Realm password must be 8 or more characters long. There is no maximum limit on length. The longer a password, the more secure it is. Each additional character makes it exponentially harder to crack.
    It must also meet 3 of the following additional requirements:
  • Contain at least 1 uppercase character.
  • Contain at least 1 lowercase character.
  • Contain at least 1 symbol (!,@,#,$,%,^, etc.).
  • Contain at least 1 number.
  • Contain 15 or more characters.
  • Your password cannot:
  • Contain any 3-or-more-character sequence from your username or email. If, for instance, your username is JeffAnderson@jeffsemail.com, your password could not contain "jeff", "ander", etc.
  • Include 3 or more repeating characters (222, etc.)
  • Include 3 or more characters in sequence (123, 321, abc, etc.)
  • Where can I find more help?
    Visit Realm's online help section for more information on updating your information, adding your photo, viewing your giving information, viewing the online directory, getting updates on upcoming events, and lots more!
    If you have any questions or want to know more about Realm please feel free to contact our office at 215-877-2744 and we will be more than happy to assist.
    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
    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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