Join the TPPC Polar Bear Plunge Team
Our annual Church Polar Bear Plunge team is forming up now in preparation for the February 10th dip in the Potomac River to fight climate change.
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This Sunday’s Worship: January 7
(Sunday, January 7th At 11 AM, Hybrid Communion Worship: In-Person and Live-Streamed On Zoom)
Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-12 and Matthew 2:1-18
Sermon: Light to the Powers by Pastor Mark Harper
“That is the trouble with God. God does not let you leave as you came. God sends you back, stripped of your presumptions, making for home by another way.” -from The Wild Goose Worship Group: Cloth for the Cradle
Special Conversation Sunday, January 7
We're excited to announce that this Sunday, January 7 at 9:30 AM Julian Bil with Community Peacemaker Teams will be joining us to talk about what's happening in Iraqi/Kurdistan.
Worship Video and Audio, December 31
Links to the video and audio of the online worship service held on Sunday, December 31, 2023, at the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church, are now available.
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This Sunday’s Worship: December 31
(Sunday, December 24th At 11 AM, Hybrid Worship: In-Person and Live-Streamed On Zoom)
Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8 and Luke 2:22-40
Sermon: Letting Go and Getting On: Ritual of Recommitment for All God’s Children by Pastor Mark Harper
“The grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation to all.” - Titus 2:11
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Christmas Eve at TPPC, 2023
Christmas Eve is always an eventful time at Takoma Park Presbyterian Church, particularly this year, with a morning and evening service.
Here are links to two galleries showing the beauty of our church in this special time of year.
Worship Video and Audio, Christmas Eve Night
Links to the video and audio of the Christmas Eve Family Candlelight worship service held on Sunday, December 24, 2023, at the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church, are now available.
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Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship: 2023
(Sunday, December 24th At 5 PM, Hybrid Candlelight Worship: In-Person and Live-Streamed On Zoom)
Scripture: Luke 2:1-14 and Luke 2:15-20
Proclamation: Two Kinds of Power by Pastor Mark Harper
“The Word became flesh and blood, and moved into the neighborhood.”-John 1:14, The Message Translation
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Worship Video and Audio, December 24
Links to the video and audio of the online worship service held on Sunday, December 24, 2023, at the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church, are now available.
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This Sunday’s Worship: December 24
(Sunday, December 24th At 11 AM, Hybrid Worship: In-Person and Live-Streamed On Zoom)
Scripture: Psalm 89:1-4, 19-26 and Luke 1:26-38
Sermon: When the Script Changes by Pastor Mark Harper
“The Lord will give you a sign. Look, the young woman is with child and shall bear a son, and shall name him Immanuel (God is with us).” -Isaiah 7:14b
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Wednesday Advent Vesper Worship
There will be Advent Vesper services on three Wednesday evenings starting on December 6.
Worship Video and Audio, December 17
Links to the video and audio of the online worship service held on Sunday, December 17, 2023, at the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church, are now available.
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This Sunday’s Worship: December 17
(Sunday, December 17th At 11 AM, Hybrid Worship: In-Person and Live-Streamed On Zoom)
Scripture: 2 Peter 3:8-15a and Mark 1:1-8
Sermon: Magnifying Jesus by Pastor Mark Harper
Virgin
It seems everyone wants at least 3-5 years experience.
Except God, that is.
[God] looks for the one willing to try something new. - Sam Gutierrez
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Two Opportunities for Prayer and Remembrance
There will be two opportunities for prayer and remembrance on December 20th and 21st.
Save the Dates for Advent and Christmas Events at TPPC
Every year at TPPC, special events help prepare us for the joy of Christmas. Here are a few of the events we’re planning.
Congregational Meeting After Worship, December 17
The Session of the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church calls a congregational meeting on Sunday, December 17, to elect elders and deacons for the upcoming church year.
Worship Video and Audio, December 10
Links to the video and audio of the online worship service held on Sunday, December 10, 2023, at the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church, are now available.
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This Sunday’s Worship: December 10
(Sunday, December 10th At 11 AM, Hybrid Communion Worship: In-Person and Live-Streamed On Zoom)
Scripture: 2 Peter 3:8-15a and Mark 1:1-8
Sermon: Whose Gospel is it Anyway? by Pastor Mark Harper
“O Radiant Dawn, splendor of eternal light, Sun of justice: Come, shine on those who live in darkness and in the shadow of death.” -from Litany for Advent O Antiphons, Book of Common Worship
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Worship Video and Audio, December 3
Links to the video and audio of the online worship service held on Sunday, December 3, 2023, at the Takoma Park Presbyterian Church, are now available.
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