New Hempstead Presbyterian Church – Page 3 – the Church at the Crossroads

Holy Week and Easter are coming!

Posted on March 31, 2020 by Lori Knight-WhitehouseApril 3, 2020

It is going to be a very different Holy Week and Easter this year, but worship will go on. Currently, services are being put together from many different churches in Hudson River Presbytery (including New Hempstead!) There will be what I think of as “patchwork worship”: different parts of the service read, performed, or preached by different folks in the presbytery. There will be a service for Maundy Thursday, Good … Continue reading →

From the Pastor

Posted on March 29, 2020 by Lori Knight-WhitehouseMarch 29, 2020

My Dearest Congregation, On Thursday, March 19, I woke with a fever of 100.1. I called my doctor, who listened to my symptoms and said it sounded like I had a cold with a secondary infection. He prescribed antibiotics. By Monday, March 23, I still felt, I still felt bad and was running a temperature (~99.) I called my Dr. again, and he said it sounded as if I was … Continue reading →

Another Use for the Church Directory

Posted on March 26, 2020 by Lori Knight-WhitehouseMarch 26, 2020

I don’t know it you’ve seen the picture of the priest in South America—his church is empty (as is our right now.) But not quite. He has pictures taped along all the pews—pictures of his congregants and their families. This way, when he is saying Mass, he is reminded of his congregation; that they are in some mysterious way present even if not physically, and that they will be together … Continue reading →

Coronavirus Resources

Posted on March 16, 2020 by BobMarch 16, 2020

(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

Posted on March 12, 2020 by BobMarch 23, 2020

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 →

Read Michelle Obama’s ‘Becoming’ with Us

Our Race & White Privilege study group will meet next on Wednesday, March 11th at 7:30pm in the Colonial Room. We’ll be discussing Michelle Obama’s book, Becoming. Come join us for discussion and courageous conversation.

Fellowship Event: A Passage to India

Our Fellowship Committee will be showing the film “A Passage to India” on Saturday, February 29, 2020 at 4:30 PM in the Sanctuary. Join us for an evening of exploration into the culture and history of India, as well as the social and racial consequences of colonialism. It’s sure to be a thought-provoking event. Note: this film deals with mature subject matter, and may not be appropriate for children.

Ash Wednesday Service – 2/26/20 at 7:30pm

Begin your Lenten journey by joining us at 7:30pm in the Sanctuary for a Worship Service with Communion and Imposition of Ashes. We are a diverse and inclusive church. All are welcome!

Last Chance to “Warm up the Winter!”

Bring a new pair of warm, winter socks to church on Sunday, February 16th. All donated hats, gloves and socks will be distributed to needy Rocklanders the following weekend. Remember our neighbors in need. A little warmth goes a long way….

It’s Annual Meeting Time!

Posted on January 29, 2020 by BobJanuary 29, 2020

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 →