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Opportunity to Worship indoors
The New Hempstead Presbyterian Church has been holding Sunday services outdoors since mid-July. With the weather turning colder, the Session has made the decision to move the service inside the church Sanctuary, with certain COVID-19 protocols in place and observing all local rules. We will continue to stream the service live on YouTube so that you may continue to enjoy the service from your home. If you decide to attend … Continue reading →
Blessing of the Pets
The annual Blessings of the Pets will be held at New Hempstead Presbyterian Church on Saturday, Oct 10 at 2 PM, outdoors on the Great Lawn (weather permitting). Please bring your pets on leashes,or in carriers. (We don’t want any mishaps: New Hempstead Road is very busy!) … Continue reading →
Some Sheep are in Danger
By now, you should have received your June copy of The Carriage Stone. My column for that, about hope, is still relevant (and I think always will be, till hope is fulfilled when the reign of God comes “on earth, as it is in heaven”). The events of the last week have compelled me to speak to you again, my beloved congregation. I doubt there is anyone in … Continue reading →
Coronavirus Resources
(OK, just resource, but maybe others will add more) Stop & Shop has special early morning hours for older shoppers at risk from Coronavirus. https://www.wcvb.com/article/stop-and-shop-grocery-store-special-hours-high-risk-coronavirus-high-shoppers/31676833 … Continue reading →
Coronavirus and your church
Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ, We know that our God is good and faithful—all the time. We also are all aware of the potential dangers posed by the novel corona virus-19. In the interest of the health of the congregation, and the communities we live in, the Session of New Hempstead Presbyterian Church decided in a called meeting last night, March 12, 2020, that our worship would be … Continue reading →
It’s Annual Meeting Time!
There will be a meeting of the congregation and the corporation of the New Hempstead Presbyterian Church on Sunday, February 23 in the Sanctuary immediately following Worship. All members are urged to participate. Copies of the annual report will be available in advance. … Continue reading →
Per Capita for 2020
The Presbyterian Church is a connectional one, connected to other Presbyterian churches by similar faith and government. The Per Capita is a fee that our church pays to be part of that connection. The Per Capita goes to supporting the work of Hudson River Presbytery, The Synod of the Northeast, and the General Assembly. This year, our church’s fee is $38.80 per member, for a total of just under $3000. … Continue reading →
Race & White Privilege Book Discussion
The Race and White Privilege book discussion group is restarting this Wednesday, January 8 at 7:30 in the Colonial Room. We meet monthly on the second Wednesday to discuss books which address racism past and present. This Wednesday, we are finishing our study of Friday Black. All are welcome. … Continue reading →
Another opportunity to order a brick
Some people have indicated that they would like to order another engraved brick for the new patio. We are willing to place a second order for bricks if we can meet the ten brick minimum. If you are interested in purchasing one or more, please sign up on the sheet in the Colonial Room. Once we have the ten, we’ll distribute the order forms. The cost remains at $50 each. … Continue reading →