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Welcome Admir Shaqiri!
We are delighted to welcome Admir Shaqiri to The Brick Church as our new Facilities Manager. Admir brings decades of experience overseeing complex facilities and leading maintenance and housekeeping teams, and we are grateful for the expertise and dedication he brings to this role. Please join us in welcoming Admir to our church community. Admir has over 20 years of extensive facilities and maintenance experience, predominantly in the hospital sector, where adhering to protoc

Brick Church News
Jul 271 min read


Welcome Lawrence Feltz!
We are delighted to welcome Lawrence Feltz to The Brick Church as our new Executive Director of Administration and Finance. Lawrence brings a wealth of experience in nonprofit finance, operations, and human resources, and we are grateful for the leadership and expertise he will bring to this important role. Please join us in welcoming Lawrence to our church community. Lawrence brings more than a decade of finance, operations, and human resources leadership across the nonprofi

Brick Church News
Jul 271 min read


Purchase your Kirkin' O' the Tartan banner, pole, and stand by July 24!
Join us for Reformation Sunday and celebrate Kirkin’ O’ the Tartan at Brick Church on October 18, 2026! New participants can order and pay for a banner, pole, and stand via credit card. Place orders by July 24 to be ready for the event. The set costs $170 and can be reused for future Kirkin' O' the Tartans. To view the swatches for your Tartan, email sales@greatscotintl.com and reference Brick Church. You can also reach The Scottish Weaver at (704) 535-8955 (ask for Peter) to

Brick Church News
Jul 102 min read


New Member Class Registration
New Member Class Series #1 Sunday, September 27, 2026 | Class #1 | 9:30 - 10:30 AM Sunday, October 4, 2026 | Class #2 + Tour | 9:30 - 10:30 AM Sunday, October 18, 2026 | Class #3 + Introduction | 9:30 - 12:30 PM New Member Class Series #2 Sunday, February 7, 2027 | Class #1 | 9:30 - 10:30 AM Sunday, February 21, 2027 | Class #2 + Tour | 9:30 - 10:30 AM Sunday, February 28, 2027 | Class #3 + Introduction | 9:30 - 12:30 PM New Member Class Series #3 Sunday, April 25, 2027 | C

Brick Church News
Jun 231 min read


Welcome Nicolas Kilhoffer!
We are delighted to welcome our new Wilson Family Sacred Music Intern, Nicolas Kilhoffer! Born in 2002 in Saverne, eastern France, Nicolas Kilhoffer began studying piano at the age of seven before teaching himself the organ and serving as a church organist from the age of ten. He later studied organ performance and improvisation in Strasbourg with Daniel Maurer and Johann Vexo, who remains his principal teacher, and continued his training in Paris with Christophe Mantoux. He

Dr. Raymond Nagem
Jun 181 min read


Annual Meetings & Reports: Celebrating Progress, Renewing Purpose
Dear Members and Friends of Brick Church, As we gathered for our Annual Meeting, I was reminded of a phrase from Psalm 126 that appeared in a sermon preached by our founding pastor, John Rodgers, 250 years ago: "The Lord hath done great things for us, whereof we are glad." On this 250th anniversary year of our nation, those words feel especially fitting. As we celebrate all that God has done through Brick Church this past year, I invite you to read the 2025 Annual Report of t

Rev. Dr. Thomas Evans
Jun 124 min read


Celebrating Stanley Seocharan’s Retirement
Dear Brick Community, As many of you know, Stanley Seocharan is retiring after 30 years of faithful service to Brick Church. Over the years, Stanley has been an important part of the Brick Church community and has played an essential role in the life of both the Church and School. Stanley came to New York from Guyana many years ago, and eventually Brick became his new home. Through the decades, he has been a faithful and consistent presence in this community, quietly serv

Rev. Dr. Thomas Evans
May 281 min read


Strawberry Festival volunteers needed!
Hull strawberries on May 15th, bake shortcakes on May 16th, and help with hot dogs, setup, serving, and kids' activities on May 17th for the All-Church Picnic and Strawberry Festival on 92nd Street! Join us for music, food, and community fun after worship. Save the date and join the excitement! Email info@brickchurch.org to volunteer!

Brick Church News
Apr 201 min read


Helen Watson Buckner Scholarship - Submissions Due May 4th
The Brick Church Women’s Association funds a scholarship program to assist Church members and Church staff, with financial help for an accredited degree granting program. The grants are “quality of life” scholarships, given to help with the cost of items such as books, fees and transportation. All applications will be considered, and information is confidential. Grants are not automatically renewed. If you have received a scholarship in the past, you must reapply by the deadl

Shannon Froehlich
Mar 51 min read


Register for Spring Musical Theater After-School!
Registration is now open for Spring Musical Theater classes! Featuring artists from Brick Church Community Theater, these performing arts classes will help students increase their confidence, build self-esteem, and explore self-expression in a supportive environment.

Liz Richter
Feb 121 min read


Purchase Easter Lilies for the Sanctuary
Submit by Tuesday, March 31 The Women's Association is collecting donations ($30 suggested), to purchase Easter Lilies for the Sanctuary. Make your donation to be included in the Order of Worship on Easter Sunday.

Shannon Froehlich
Feb 91 min read


2025 Mission Review Update Summary
This past fall, the Associate Pastor Nominating Committee undertook a mission review to help guide a search for two new full-time Associate Pastors. It sought in particular to assess the congregation’s current identity, needs, and direction since the last mission review, done in 2018-19, and who God is calling us to be now. The Committee’s process included administering a 98-question survey to the congregation administered by Holy Cow! Consulting which resulted in completed

Brick Church News
Feb 34 min read


APNC Call for Pastor Nominations: Two Associate Pastor Roles
The Associate Pastor Nominating Committee (APNC) has worked prayerfully and thoughtfully to define two roles that reflect both the strengths of our church and the opportunities for where God is calling Brick to grow next. Children’s, youth, and family ministries stand as some of Brick’s strongest assets and most vital growth opportunities, and the Associate Pastor for Children and Youth will hold primary responsibility for building upon these programs to shape a vibrant,

Brick Church News
Feb 32 min read


N.Y.C.P. Toiletry Drive
Join us in making a difference! As part of our Annual Day of Discipleship, we are hosting a toiletry drive for the New York Common Pantry. Help us meet the needs of our community by donating travel-size antiperspirant/deodorant, hair combs, toothpaste, toothbrushes, and adult socks. Please note that if you prefer, you can also contribute non-perishable food items (no glass packaging, please). Donations can be dropped off at the church until the morning of the Day of Disciples

Brick Church News
Feb 21 min read


Return of the Church Mouse Program
The Church Mouse Program will be starting up at Brick again this year to support Brick members at boarding school and college. If you have a child who is at boarding school or college and would like them to receive a care package from the Brick community, please fill out this survey by February 10. Our goal is to send one round of packages before spring break, and another during exam period. We will be gathering in the Carnegie Room after church on Sunday, February 22 to as

Brick Church News
Jan 121 min read


Confirmands’ Souper Bowl Sunday
Please bring some extra cash to Sunday Worship on February 8th to donate and support our Confirmands' annual Souper Bowl Sunday. During this event, Confirmands research organizations that serve people in need and then have a debate on which organization(s) should receive the funds. Thank You!

Brick Church News
Jan 121 min read


Welcome Kingsley Wood!
We are delighted to welcome our new Wilson Family Sacred Music Intern, Kingsley Wood! Kingsley will be with us for the month of January. Hailing from Leonia, New Jersey, Kingsley is an organist, pianist, and vocalist. He is currently enrolled in his fifth year in the dual-degree program at Oberlin College, where he studies organ performance with Professor Christa Rakich, as well as mathematics. He is presently serving as organist at the First United Methodist Church of Elyria

Dr. Raymond Nagem
Dec 30, 20251 min read


Register for Winter Musical Theater After-School!
Registration is now open for Winter Musical Theater classes! Featuring artists from Brick Church Community Theater, these performing arts classes will help students increase their confidence, build self-esteem, and explore self-expression in a supportive environment. View our 2024-2025 class photos and video below! Winnie-the-Pooh - Photos | Winnie-the-Pooh - Video (Ages 4-6) Matilda – Photos | Matilda - Video (Ages 7-10)

Brick Church News
Dec 26, 20251 min read


The All-Church Nominating Committee (ACNC) Needs Recommendations for Church Officers
The All-Church Nominating Committee (ACNC) is seeking your suggestions for Brick Church officers. Your involvement is crucial to identify the best possible candidates whom God is calling to take positions of responsibility at The Brick Church. The ACNC is identifying candidates for Deacons, Ruling Elders, Trustees, and 2027 ACNC members . Please prayerfully consider recommending members of The Brick Church as candidates for these positions. Important criteria to consider incl

Brick Church News
Dec 18, 20251 min read


Register for the High School Mission Trip!
High School Students are invited to join us June 14–20 for an unforgettable and life-changing experience in Boston, Massachusetts . The Mission Trip is an incredible opportunity for us to come together as a community, united in our shared purpose of service, learning, and personal growth. Register by March 1. Space is limited to 20 participants. Register here

Brick Church News
Dec 8, 20251 min read
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