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Christmas Week Services, 2021

New Hempstead Presbyterian Church

The State of New York is mandating mask wearing for all indoor events; New Hempstead Presbyterian Church is complying with that order.

There will be a Blue Christmas service on Tuesday, December 21st at 8:00pm; it will be both in-person and live-streamed on YouTube.

There will be an in-person Christmas Eve service on Friday, December 24th at 8:00pm; it will also be live-streamed on YouTube:

  • Feel free to bring your family members and guests.
  • Mask wearing and hand sanitizing upon entry is required.
  • You will be asked if you are feeling well and if you have been exposed to Covid-19 in the past 10 days. If you are not feeling well or have come in contact with Covid, please stay home and watch us on YouTube.
  • We will be using the balcony in an effort to maintain some social distance. Come early if you want a seat downstairs.
  • We will have a choir trio performing an anthem and singing the hymns. Please do not sing along with them.
  • We want everyone to have a healthy as well as joyous Christmas.

We will not be holding a worship service on Sunday, December 26th. We invite you to enjoy the Presbytery service on YouTube.

Have a blessed and joyous Christmas!

Warm up the Winter!

New Hempstead Presbyterian Church

New Hempstead Presbyterian Church is collecting winter hats, gloves, and socks for homeless and marginally housed individuals in Rockland County. Bring purchased items to Church by Sunday, December 19, 2021. The Collection Bin is located inside the front door of the Church. Donated items will be distributed to individuals in Rockland County, in partnership with the Salvation Army Food truck in Spring Valley and other local programs.

Can’t shop? Monetary donations are gratefully accepted, and we’ll do the shopping for you! (Be sure to indicate hats/gloves/socks on your check).

Remember our neighbors in need throughout the winter months. A little warmth can go a long way….

Congregational Meeting 11/21/21

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On Sunday, November 21 immediately following Worship, the congregation of the New Hempstead Presbyterian Church will meet in the Sanctuary to hear the report of the Nominating committee and to consider a proposed change to the bylaws.

Thanksgiving Baskets 2021

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Our tradition continues! New Hempstead Presbyterian Church has a long history of donating “Thanksgiving Baskets” to local families in need. Be sure to bring your non-perishable food items (see list below) to church by Sunday, November 14th. Bring in perishable items (turkey and loaf of bread) on Sunday, November 21st (or contact us to make other delivery arrangements). You can also sponsor a basket, and we’ll do the shopping for … Continue reading →

COVID-19 REOPENING SAFETY PLAN SUMMARY (ver. 09/29/2021)

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This summary sheet gives an overview of the policies and practices that New Hempstead Presbyterian Church will use going forward for in-person, outdoor and indoor church activities.  The complete document may be found in the church office.  This guidance has been designed to meet current New York State Dept. of Health and CDC guidelines (as of September 29, 2021).  Please note that this information has been updated and replaces the … Continue reading →

Special Offering to Benefit Habitat for Humanity of Rockland

New Hempstead Presbyterian Church

Your gifts to this year’s Peace & Global Witness Offering (formerly the Peacemaking Offering) will benefit Habitat for Humanity of Rockland, to continue their work providing at-cost homes for eligible members of our community. Their work on the Hillburn home is nearing completion. Your gifts will help put the finishing touches on this project and ensure that it’s move-in ready for Latoya A. and her family, later this Fall. Home ownership is a positive, life-changing event for families, providing stability and security. Your gifts to the Peace & Global Witness Offering help make it possible. Please give generously, now through October 3rd, 2021.

11:00AM Worship Resumes, 9/12/21

New Hempstead Presbyterian Church

We resume our Fall worship schedule on Sunday, September 12th, 2021. In-person and virtual Worship will both be starting at 11:00 AM, with the prelude beginning at 10:55. All are welcome here!

Fellowship on the Water, 8/15/21

New Hempstead Presbyterian Church

Our Next Fellowship Event: We will be boating on a quiet lake in Leonia, NJ. Enjoy a Sunday afternoon (August 15th) with your brothers and sisters in Christ. This is a family event. Any child 5 years old or older can participate, 5-8 year olds may have reduced cost*

Where? Overpeck County Park
Doing What? Boating. Kayak or canoe. $20/person rents you a boat, paddles, and life jacket (which you MUST wear)

Interested? Reservations necessary. Use signup sheet on the Colonial Room table, or contact* Nancy Jacobs, ASAP.

Sunday School Returns July 11th

New Hempstead Presbyterian Church

We’ve missed you all! Sunday School is coming back on Sunday, July 11, 2021, during 10:00AM worship. Hope to see all our youth there, on the Great Lawn at New Hempstead Presbyterian Church!

Pentecost Offering 2021 to Benefit the MLK Center in Spring Valley

New Hempstead Presbyterian Church

Pentecost is Sunday, May 23rd. This year, your gifts to the Pentecost Offering will directly benefit the Martin Luther King, Jr. Multi-Purpose Center in Spring Valley. Help is always needed, but especially now, as the Center gears up for its summer program. You can help ensure that local children have safe, fun and educational experiences this summer. Give to the Pentecost Offering!