This Sunday’s Worship: August 30
(Sunday, August 30 at 10 AM, Live-Streamed on Zoom)
Scripture: Exodus 3:1-15; Colossians 1:15-20
Hymns: God You Spin the Whirling Planets; O God, in a Mysterious Way; God of the Ages, Whose Almighty Hand
Service Preview (Online):
Sermon: “A Riddle Wrapped in a Mystery inside an Enigma” by Rev. James Reisner
Shortly after the end of World War II, Winston Churchill referred to Russia as “a riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an enigma.” That phrase can easily be applied to what experienced in the hills of Midian when Moses came upon a bush that was on fire yet not being consumed by the flames. When Moses attempts to familiarize himself with the One speaking to him, he says, in effect, what do I call you? God’s response is: “I AM WHO I AM. Tell the Israelites ‘I AM’ has sent you to them.”
Worship Video and Audio, August 23
Links to the video and audio of the online worship service held on Sunday, August 23rd by the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church are now available.
This Sunday’s Worship: August 23
(Sunday, August 23 at 10 AM, Live-Streamed on Zoom)
Scripture: Exodus 1:8-2:10; Luke 20:20-26
Hymns: Live Into Hope; Precious Lord, Take My Hand; How Great Thou Art
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Sermon: “Creative Resistance” by Rev. James Reisner
The Book of Genesis ends with the 12 sons of Israel and all of their kinfolk relocating to Egypt during a famine. As the Book of Exodus begins, the deeds of Joseph are long-forgotten, and Pharaoh perceives the many Hebrews living in Egypt as a threat. Pharaoh calls for the midwives of Egypt to kill the Hebrew male babies at birth, but the midwives resist. In the midst of this resistance, we hear the story of the birth of one Hebrew baby, Moses, and how this baby comes to grow up in Pharaoh’s own household.
Worship Video and Audio, August 16
Links to the video and audio of the online worship service held on Sunday, August 16th by the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church are now available.
This Sunday’s Worship: August 16
(Sunday, August 16 at 10 AM, Live-Streamed on Zoom)
Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15, Romans 8:26-39 (sections)
Hymns: You Servants of God, Your Master Proclaim; If Thou but Trust in God to Guide Thee; Lord, Dismiss Us with your Blessing
Service Preview (Online):
Sermon: “What God Intends for Good” by Rev. Jim Reisner
We continue with the Joseph narrative this Sunday. Joseph has become the second in command in all of Egypt. The prosperity and then famine that he predicted in his interpretation of Pharaoh’s dream has come true.
Individual offices available for rental
Several bright and cheerful offices are available at competitive rates for immediate rental at the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church.
Worship Video and Audio, August 9
Links to the video and audio of the online worship service held on Sunday, August 9th by the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church are now available.
This Sunday’s Worship: August 9
(Sunday, August 9 at 10 AM, Live-Streamed on Zoom)
Scripture: Genesis 41: 15-32, Philippians 1:3-14
Hymns: The God of Abraham Praise, Open My Eyes, That I May See, Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
Service Preview (Online):
Sermon: “A Vision for the Future” by Rev. Jim Reisner
From Genesis we hear about Joseph’s interpretation of Pharaoh’s dream. From the story of 7 healthy cows being devoured by 7 unhealthy cows, Joseph divines that there will be 7 years of prosperity followed by 7 years of severe famine. He is appointed commerce secretary of Egypt and prepares them for the challenge to come.
Worship Video and Audio, August 2
Links to the video and audio of the online worship service held on Sunday, August 2nd by the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church are now available.
This Sunday’s Worship: August 2
(Sunday, August 2 at 10 AM, Live-Streamed on Zoom)
Scripture: Genesis 32:22-31; Matthew 14:13-21
Hymns: Sing Praise to God Who Reigns Above, Fight the Good Fight, Guide me, O Thou Great Jehovah
Service Preview (Online):
Sermon: “Wrestling with God” by Rev. Jim Reisner
We invite you to prepare your own table for communion. Find a piece of bread, fill your cup, and join in the celebration of the sacrament.
Worship Video and Audio, July 26
Links to the video and audio of the online worship service held on Sunday, July 26th at the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church are now available.
This Sunday’s Worship: July 26
(Sunday, July 26 at 10 AM, Live-Streamed on Zoom)
Scripture: Psalm 8; John 9:1-41
Hymns: Oh for a Thousand Tounges to Sing, What a Friend We Have in Jesus, Amazing Grace
Service Preview (Online):
Sermon: “Could God Be Up to Something?”
Guest Preacher: Rev. Steve Eastman
Worship Leader: Rev. John Seaman
Worship Video and Audio, July 19
Links to the video and audio of the online worship service held on Sunday, July 19th at the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church are now available.
This Sunday’s Worship: July 19
(Sunday, July 19 at 11 AM, Live-Streamed on Zoom)
Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30; 36-43; Romans 8:14-25
Hymns: When We Are Called to Sing Your Praise, Once to Ev’ry Man and Nation, Lift Ev’ry Voice and Sing
Service Preview (Online):
Homily: Rev. Eugene Eastman
Homily continued with Reflection and Sharing in Small Groups
This will be a special service co-created by members of the Committed Racial Mindfulness Ministry, mixing the old with the new.
Worship Video and Audio, July 12
Links to the video and audio of the online worship service held on Sunday, July 12th at the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church are now available.
This Sunday’s Worship: July 12
(Sunday, July 12 At 11 AM, Live-Streamed On Zoom)
Scripture: Romans 12:1-2; Matthew 5:43-48
Hymns: When Morning Gilds the Skies, Help Us Accept Each Other, I’m Gonna Live So God Can Use Me
Sermon Title: “Weird Christianity”, Rev. Michael Lindvall
Our Sister Parish Relationship in the Time of Coronavirus
TPPC has received a letter from our brothers and sisters in our sister parish in Jiñocuao, Nicaragua noting the monumental changes that have taken place in our world recently and their “non-stop praying for ourselves and for you.”
The letter, dated June 23, was signed by Julio Huete, the chair of the Twinning Committee, Maribel and Otila.
Worship Video and Audio, July 5
A link to the video and audio of the online worship service held on Sunday, July 5th at the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church is now available.
This Sunday's Worship: July 5
(Sunday, July 5 At 11 AM, Live-Streamed On Zoom)
Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:17-21; Matthew 5:43-48
Hymns: Lord, You give the Great Commission; Eat This Bread; Here in This Place
Sermon Title: "Mañana…tomorrow…” by Rev. Carolyn Tilley
We invite you to prepare your own table for communion. Find a piece of bread, fill your cup, and join in the celebration of the sacrament.
Worship Video and Audio, June 28th
A link to the video and audio of the online worship service held on Sunday, June 28th at the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church is now available.