Worship Video and Audio, May 8
Links to the video and audio of the online worship service held on Sunday, May 8th at the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church are now available.
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Easter in Jiñocuao
The brothers and sisters at San José Church, our sister parish in Jiñocuao, Nicaragua, celebrated Easter in worship at their church.
This Sunday’s Worship: May 8
(Sunday, May 8 At 11 AM, Hybrid Worship: In-Person and Live-Streamed On Zoom)
Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-7 and Matthew 13:1-9
Sermon: “This is Not My Grandfather’s Garden” by Pastor Mark Harper
“God of abundance, we want to perceive the possibility of peace.
Soften our hearts to do the work of undoing oppressions.
Ignite our spirits that they may long for justice.
Give us a vision for a world where justice blooms, here all are fed and all are free.”
Melissa Berkey-Gerard,
Community Peacemaker Teams
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Sowing Solidarity and Peace
We will join congregations around the world in celebrating “Sowing Solidarity: Communities Rooted in Peace, Justice, and Love,” an Eastertide campaign of Community Peacemaker Teams on Sunday, May 8 at 3:00 PM.
Upcoming Green Events at TPPC
Our church will participate in three events related to our local environment.
Worship Video For Rev. Mark Harper’s Installation Service, May 1
A link to the video of the installation service for the Rev. Mark Harper, held on Sunday, May 1st at the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church, is now available.
Worship Video and Audio, May 1
Links to the video and audio of the service held on Sunday, May 1st at the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church are now available.
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Installation Service for the Rev. Mark Harper
(Sunday, May 1 At 3 PM, Installation Service for Rev. Mark Harper, Hybrid Worship: In-Person and Live-Streamed On Zoom)
Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14 and Luke 24:1-12
Sermon: “Easter Hope“ by The Rev. Dr. Rindy Trouteaud
This Sunday’s Worship: May 1
(Sunday, May 1 At 11 AM, Hybrid Communion Worship: In-Person and Live-Streamed On Zoom)
Scripture: Psalm 90:13-17 and John 21:1-19
Sermon: “Life After Easter” by Pastor Mark Harper
“Justice is good but supper is essential.” - Ed Loring
“Come and have breakfast.” - Jesus of Nazareth
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Worship Video and Audio, April 24
Links to the video and audio of the service held on Sunday, April 24th at the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church are now available.
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This Sunday’s Worship: April 24
(Sunday, April 24 At 11 AM, Hybrid Worship: In-Person and Live-Streamed On Zoom)
Scripture: Exodus 16:1-4 and John 20:19-31
Sermon: “Twins” by Pastor Mark Harper
“God takes you as you are. In the midst of your fears. In whatever room you or someone else has locked you inside. In whatever ways you have betrayed yourself or others or God. You as you are and not some fictional made-up future version of yourself who has managed finally to be a better person. You as you are. Peace be with you … .” Nadia Bolz-Weber
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Q & A with Rev. Mark Harper
Recently, the Rev. Mark Harper sat down for an interview on the occasion of his installation as Pastor of Takoma Park Presbyterian Church on May 1st.
Book Discussion Continues April 23rd
Join us for an online discussion of “In My Grandmother’s House” on April 23rd.
Installation Plans for Mark Harper at TPPC
The installation service for the Rev. Mark Harper as pastor of Takoma Park Presbyterian Church will be held in the church sanctuary on Sunday, May 1st at 3 pm.
Local Resources to Aid Refugees
Maryland is one of the top state hosts of Afghan refugees, and there are many local agencies serving refugees in the DMV. These are just some of the many groups pitching in to help our newest residents create safe homes.
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Ecumenical Advocacy Days 2022
Two online advocacy events related to the 2022 edition of Ecumenical Advocacy Days occur after Easter.
Worship Video and Audio, April 17 (Easter Sunday)
Links to the video and audio of the service held on Easter Sunday, April 17th at the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church are now available.
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This Sunday’s Worship: April 17
(Sunday, April 17 At 11 AM, Hybrid Easter Worship: In-Person and Live-Streamed On Zoom)
Scripture: Isaiah 65:17-25 and Luke 24:1-12
Sermon: “Looking for the Living” by Pastor Mark Harper
“So, friends, every day do something
that won’t compute. Love the Lord.
Love the world. Work for nothing.
Take all that you have and be poor.
Love someone who does not deserve it …
As soon as the generals and the politicos
Can predict the motions of your mind,
Lose it. Leave it as a sign
to mark the false trail, the way
you didn’t go. Be like the fox
who makes more tracks than necessary,
some in the wrong direction.
Practice resurrection.
Wendell Berry, from Manifesto: The Mad Farmer Liberation Front
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Worship Video and Audio, April 10 (palm Sunday)
Links to the video and audio of the online worship service held on Sunday, April 10th, including videos of the anthem and the offertory.
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