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.

Visiting Us

Visitors are always welcome at Overbrook Presbyterian Church. Come join us for worship, or for any of our programs or activities. We would love to meet you, and get to know you.

Directions

Overbrook is located in the city of Philadelphia at the intersection of City and Lancaster Avenues (Routes 1 and 30), at 6376 City Avenue. It is easily accessible from the Schuylkill Expressway (3.5 miles), and from the Blue Route (6.5 miles on Route 1, or 6.9 miles on Route 30). The church is just one block west of the Overbrook SEPTA Station, served by Regional Rail.


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Parking

Overbrook has a large parking lot adjacent to the church, with space for about 80 vehicles. In addition, some on-street parking is available on Lancaster Avenue or the surrounding neighborhood streets.

Accessibility

Our entire first floor—including Sanctuary, Chapel, Fellowship Hall, Wistar Morris Room, Williamson Room, Choral Room, Church Office, Kitchen, and restrooms—is fully accessible to those in wheelchairs, thanks to a ramp on the Lancaster Avenue side of the building, and a wheelchair lift at the Chapel entrance. Several parking spaces close to the entrance are designated for those with handicap permits.

Childcare

Childcare for infants and toddlers is provided on Sunday mornings in the Nursery, located on the main floor near the front entrance to the Sanctuary. The Nursery is supervised by a staff of paid care-givers and volunteers.

Building Map

Click here to view or download a map of the church building.

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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
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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