Everybody needs a place to belong. Find yours here!

Our Vision We dare to see a faithful, growing healthy congregation in the hundreds over the next five years that seek to demonstrate true community, deep Christian spirituality and a passion for justice.

Our Values We dare to be a church that embraces and celebrates the divinity and dignity of difference by actively seeking and welcoming all people regardless of race, age, culture, economic circumstance, sexual/gender orientation, physical or mental condition. We dare to be a church that lives to serve others.

Our Mission We dare to do ministry in such a way that reaches and impacts the upper east side, the city of New York and beyond with the radical claims of the gospel of Jesus Christ through our worship and witness as we strive to build the beloved community of God.

Visiting or checking us out today?

The Park may be the place for you. Here’s how to connect:

Join us for Coffee Hour, a time of refreshments and hospitality immediately after worship.

Ask questions or make inquiries of the Greeters and Deacons, fill out a welcome card or the pew pad.

Wanting to connect with Pastor Jackson? Call or email the church office. He would welcome the opportunity to meet over a meal or drinks. Email office@parkavenuechrtisian.com or call 212-288-3246 x122.

Thinking about joining?

It would be our pleasure to welcome you to The Park. It is easy to join, simply walk forward during the singing of the Invitation to Christian Discipleship (right after the sermon). Pastor Jackson will receive you and the whole church will welcome you

Sharing Your Time, Talents and Treasure

We want you to live out your calling here at The Park, and we need your time and your talents, as well as your financial support. Please know that so much of what we are able to do is because of the generous service and support of our members and friends.

If you’d like to receive a pledge card, please see one of the Deacons after worship.

Remembering those in prayer this week:

Worley Reynolds, Mildred Lee, Belle Taylor, Justin Strickland, Etti Schiller, Francisca Torres, Mary Virginia Moore, Josiah Waters, Jaimie Arkelian, Dorothy McCarthy, Peter Pernicone, Mark Leach family of Juan Jusino.

If you have additions or deletions to the prayer list, please notify the church office at 212-288-3246, ext. 122.

Online Prayer Group

Join in prayer with others online in response to immediate requests. To become a prayer partner or to request prayers, please send an email to the Church at office@parkavenuechristian.com.

First Tuesday of the Month Prayer Group Reflective time of prayer, 6:00 – 7:00 pm, Choir Room.

Monday & Wednesday Morning Prayers Join in this reflective time of prayer with the clergy from 8:30 – 9:00 am, The Park.

Upcoming: Every Tuesday, Recorder Consort Rehearsal, 6:00 pm, The Park Every Thursday, Gospel Choir Rehearsal, 7:15 pm, The Park Every Sunday, Adult Bible Study, 10:00 am, Choir Room Wednesday, December 24, Christmas Eve Worship, Family Service, 5:00 pm Wednesday, December 24, Christmas Eve Worship, Traditional Service of Carols, Candles and Communion, 7:00 pm, The Park Saturday, December 27, Community Lunch Program (volunteers needed), 1:00 pm, Manhattan Church of Christ, 48 E. 80th St. Saturday, January 10, Community Lunch Program (volunteers needed), 1:00 pm, Manhattan Church of Christ, 48 E. 80th St. Monday, January 12, 2015, Ministry Council Meeting, 6:45 pm, The Park Sunday, January 18, 2015, Annual Congregational Meeting, 12:30 pm

December 21, 2014 Edition

SoulFood Fellowships at The Park: Today @ 1:45 PM. Meets at the church and is led by Richard Sturm & Bruce Wood

SoulFood Fellowships – Upper West Side – Manhattan: Monday, January 12 @ 6:00 PM. Meets in the home of Peter & Sarah Heltzel, 453 W. 140, Apt 4 (between Convent and Amsterdam) and is led by Peter & Sarah Heltzel, Lee Grisham and George Schmidt

SoulFood Fellowships for Spanish-speakers — Monday, January 17 @ 6:00 pm. Meets in the home of Ismael Sanchez & Daisy Machado (Morningside Heights, Manhattan) and is led by Ismael Sanchez and Hugo Monroy.

Memorial Service for Rev. Dr. Frank Mullen Sunday, December 28, 3:00 pm, The Parlor

Frank was a long-time member of The Park and served in many capacities including Trustees, Elders and Worship Department. His special skill was as a financial-development leader and one of his last contributions was to chair the Stewardship Committee. Frank then moved back to Indiana where he lived among his family until his death in October of this year. Please plan to join his family and friends as we celebrate Frank’s life. Reception Immediately Following.

Re-starting January 8th:

POTERION Worship and Meditation

Thursday evenings at 8:30 PM in Lampman Chapel of Union Theological Seminary at 3041 Broadway

Join Pastoral Associate George Schmidt and his wife (the soon-to-be Rev.) Larissa Romero as we sing, meditate, and partake of the bread and cup for which the service is named, all while surrounded by incense and candlelight. If you have any questions, please contact either:

georgemschmidt@gmail.com or larissa.romero87@gmail.com.

You can also visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/292677730928632/. December Birthdays: Ronald Raines 12/2; Christopher O’Brien 12/3; Myrna Payne 12/3; Rev. Miriam Martinez 12/3; Kent Edwards 12/4; Robert (Bob) Cunningham 12/6; Ashley Hawkins 12/7; Rebecca Stanton 12/7; Pauline Marie Eveillard 12/8; Rolayn B. Harper 12/8; Gloria Piro 12/17; Lois Tene Jenkins 12/18; Mark Fairchild 12/19; Marjorie Watrobski 12/19; Maximillian (Max) Nadler 12/19; Karen Gruber 12/21; A.J. Virga 12/28; Oliver Gruber 12/30

Last week’s mission offering: Christmas Offering for Disciples Mission for Regional Ministries. We are collecting again and will update you with a final total. Thank you.