Every year, the Nurture Committee sends boxes of baked goods and other snack items to our young people in college to help sustain them through the end of the fall semester. If you’d like to contribute, you may leave cookies, brownies, chips, pretzels, candy, tea, hot chocolate, cheese and crackers, or other baked goods and…
Embrace the spirit of Christmas by participating in our beautiful Christmas Flower Dedication tradition. The Deacons arrange these blossoms in the Sanctuary, providing a touching way to honor or remember those who hold a special place in your heart. No matter the contribution amount, your dedication is a heartfelt gesture. As part of our Christmas…
Have you felt called to engage more deeply with NYAPC? Do you have skills and spiritual gifts that could help guide and nurture our mission, vision, and ministries in this season ? Or do you know someone who does? The Nominating Committee is seeking members to serve on the Session, Deacons, and the Board of…
In a season when the world feels heavy, poetry can open us to both heartbreak and hope. “The grace of God in my mind is shaped like a key that comes from time to time and unlocks the heavy doors.” On November 9, 16 and 23 at 9 am in the Docherty Center on the…
After worship, join us in Peter Marshall Hall as we kick off the Advent season together! Everyone is welcome to color, craft, and enjoy coffee hour around tables together. There will be an opportunity to create holiday cards for our Radcliffe Room Christmas bags. Children participating in the pageant music rehearsal will join us when…
Starting Sunday, December 7, bring in gloves, hats, scarves, and other winter items for our Mitten Tree, which will be set up near the front desk on the first floor. Hang your items directly on the tree so they’re easy for others to take. Anyone in need is warmly invited to take items from the…
As we prepare our hearts for Christmas, we also have the opportunity to show appreciation to those who serve our congregation throughout the year. Each Advent season, we collect a Staff Love Offering. Your contributions will be shared among our non-ordained staff as a token of thanks for their faithful work behind the scenes. Thank…
Giving is good! Join us in embodying the true spirit of Christmas by supporting the Justice Committee's Alternative Christmas Giving, benefiting several international and local programs. Explore all our programs online in our Alternative Christmas one-pager. Donations for Kenya, MSMA, and PCUSA Christmas Joy can be made online or via check to NYAPC. Donations to…
Come join us at 9 am in the Docherty Center on the first floor on December 7 & 14 as Cathleen and Jonathan Lauer lead a reflective discussion on meditations for the season. May we grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior, as well as in appreciation for one another.…
In the midst of the busy holiday season, we set aside time to name and pray about the suffering and injustice in the world. Join us in the Lincoln Chapel…
Register for this free event, available both as a webinar and in person, featuring two prominent Americans with differing political and religious beliefs who will come together for a discussion on what…
Children of all ages are invited to participate in our Christmas Pageant. Join us for our final rehearsal in the Sanctuary, even if you haven't been to other rehearsals. We…
All aboard! Join us Saturday, December 13, for our annual Train Day in Peter Marshall Hall. Kids can explore a massive wooden train layout and play with trains while parents…
Come join us at 9 am in the Docherty Center on the first floor on December 7 & 14 as Cathleen and Jonathan Lauer lead a reflective discussion on meditations…
Join us on the Third Sunday of Advent for our Messiah Sing-Along during Worship, a beloved tradition celebrating Handel’s timeless masterpiece. Led by the NYAPC Choir and accompanied by orchestra,…
Join us on Saturday, December 14 from 6–8 pm at Pastor Rachel’s house in Arlington for the Young Adult Christmas Party! We’ll have plenty of good food, festive drinks, and…
The Nurture and Adult Learning Committee invites you to participate in Dinners for Nine, a series of quarterly small-group gatherings in homes or other casual settings. These dinners are a…
We’ll gather at The Claggett Center in Adamstown, MD, from March 6 to 8, to engage together — through scripture, reflection, art, and recreation — on how we can actively…
The magic of Christmas comes alive through the wonder and excitement of our Christmas Pageant. Join us on December 21st at 10am in the Sanctuary as our NYAPC young stars…
Join us on the first floor in the Radcliffe Room for a special “coffee” hour featuring a hot chocolate bar and treats! Enjoy a cup of hot chocolate with your…
In partnership with Rev. Na UnChu, Cross Wilderness Mission is hosting its annual Christmas Concert for the Unhoused at NYAPC in the Sanctuary. This will include a time for praise,…
Celebrate Christmas Eve at our 5 pm Candlelight Worship with festive carols by our Sanctuary Choir and Brass Quartet and an extended Children’s Time. Arrive early to enjoy an extended…
Join us on the Sunday after Christmas for an in-person-only worship experience in the Radcliffe Room. We will share in our weekly liturgy along with familiar Christmas hymns, interweaving joy…
On January 4th, the church celebrates Epiphany of the Lord Sunday, retelling the story of the Magi’s journey following the star. It is a time to open our hearts to…
Did you know that in the Celtic tradition, Epiphany has been called "Women's Christmas?" Let's have our own Women's Christmas on Saturday, January 10. We'll take time to reflect on…
