Women's Association “Let each of you look not to your own interests, but to the interests of others.” — Philippians 2:4 Through fundraising events organized by The Brick Church Wome n's Association we're able to provide grants to eight outreach partners, and offer scholarships to Brick Church members’ children and children of the sexton staff . Thank you so much for your continued support of our mission and ministry . The 83rd Brick Church Fair Tue, Nov 10 Watson Hall More info Learn more Mahjong for Ministries Wed, Nov 11 Third Floor Living Room More info Learn more Christmas Cheer at The Manse Wed, Dec 09 The Manse More info Learn more Load More Fall Fling Join us at the Fall Fling for a terrific evening of cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and fellowship with fellow members! Learn More Brick Church Fair A major activity of the Women’s Association is the organization and execution of the annual Brick Church Fair. This fundraiser enables the Women’s Association to pursue an ambitious program of member and community support through benevolence, volunteer, and scholarship programs and to support fellowship events and worship-support services within the church. There are 50 members who serve on the Women’s Association Board. The Brick Church Fair is a two-day event in November. Learn More Dinner Dance & Silent Auction Join The Brick Church Women's Association for an evening of dinner, dancing, and giving. Attire is black tie for this formal dinner and includes a cocktail hour, sit-down dinner, dancing, and opportunity to hear from our outreach partners. The event is organized by the Dinner Dance and Silent Auction committee. Learn More Annual Luncheon and Meeting All are welcome to attend the Women’s Association’s Annual Meeting in the Sanctuary and Luncheon in the Garden. The luncheon is organized by the Fellowship and Events committee. Learn More Parents' Morning Out Moms, dads, and grandparents with children ages 3 months to 3 years are invited to join other parents, grandparents, and their children for fellowship Tuesday mornings from 11:00 to 12:30 PM in the 3rd Floor Living Room. Learn More

Music Ministers Nicolas Kilhoffer Wilson Family Sacred Music Intern 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 has also participated in masterclasses with Philippe Lefebvre, Vincent Dubois, Thierry Escaich, and Thomas Ospital. Nicolas regularly performs in recitals in France and abroad, with appearances in Austria, Belgium, Canada, Greece, Italy, Kenya, Portugal, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Recent engagements have included performances at Grace Church in New York, Christ Church Cathedral in Victoria (British Columbia), Saint Paul’s Anglican Church in Athens, and All Saints’ Cathedral in Nairobi. He also regularly performs with the Trio du Levant, an ensemble for oboe, violin, and organ, touring throughout France, Belgium, Spain, and the United Kingdom. Beginning in Fall 2026, he will pursue a Master of Music degree at the Yale Institute of Sacred Music, studying with James O’Donnell, Organist Emeritus of Westminster Abbey, London. Learn more at www.nicolaskilhoffer.com Dr. Raymond Nagem Minister of Music Raymond Nagem is Minister of Music at The Brick Presbyterian Church in New York City, and a member of the organ faculty at Manhattan School of Music, where he teaches organ literature, service playing, and improvisation. He completed his D.M.A. at The Juilliard School in 2016, where he was a student of Paul Jacobs. A native of Medford, Massachusetts, Ray attended the Boston Archdiocesan Choir School and began organ lessons there with John Dunn. He earned his B.A. from Yale University in 2009, studying the organ with Thomas Murray, and his M.A. in 2011 from Juilliard. Prior to his appointment at Brick, he served for eleven years at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York City, where he was Associate Director of Music and Organist. His album Divine Splendor, recorded on the Great Organ of St. John the Divine, is available on the Pro Organo label. At the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in spring of 2020, Ray started a weekly online recital series, “Tuesdays at 6,” featuring a diverse range of music spanning the entire organ repertoire. In his spare time, he enjoys running, cycling, and crossword puzzles. Liz Richter Director of Children’s Music Ministries Liz Richter is a musician and music educator who graduated with a Bachelor or Music from Westminster Choir College. She is the music teacher at the Brick Church School. She previously worked as the music teacher at multiple preschools on the Upper East Side. She is also the owner and director of Eastside Westside Music Together which is an early childhood music program on the Upper West Side. Liz grew up singing in church choir from an early age where her mother was the Music Director in Garrison, NY. She has sung professionally in choirs at Alice Tully Hall, Carnegie Hall, The Kimmel Center with Orchestras such as the Vienna Philharmonic, Philadelphia Orchestra and The Berlin Philharmonic. Once moving to NYC in 2016, she joined the professional choir at Christ Church NYC where she sang under Steve Pilkington for several years. She also was the assistant director of the children's choir at Christ Church under Amanda Smith. Wilson Family Sacred Music Internship Thanks to the generosity of Don and Lynn Wilson and their steadfast devotion to music at Brick, Brick Church and the Yale University Institute of Sacred Music established the Wilson Family Sacred Music Internship in 2013. This internship provides an opportunity for a graduate student at the ISM to participate in our music ministry during the academic year. As part of an intensive, on-site learning experience, the intern shares in organ playing and choral conducting duties. The program also supports an undergraduate intern from the Oberlin College Conservatory of Music in Ohio during their winter break in January.

Welcome to Brick Church This year’s stewardship theme, Enduring Treasures, invites us to consider what it means to “take hold of the life that really is life.” This means investing ourselves—our time, talents, treasure, and all that we are—in enduring things that reflect the values of heaven rather than fleeting things that reflect the values of this world. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus offers a similar challenge: “Store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust consumes” (Matthew 6:20). Click here to read more about Enduring Treasures from Senior Minister Thomas Evans. We are a community growing in love for God, one another, and the world. Please join us! SU N DAY Sunday Worship Service 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM The Sanctuary 1140 Park Avenue New York, NY 10128 25 OCT Festival of Hymnody: Our Refuge and Strength 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM The Sanctuary 1140 Park Avenue New York, NY 10128 01 NOV Observe All Saints' Day 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM The Sanctuary 1140 Park Avenue New York, NY 10128 Announcements Audition for the Christmas Pageant! Children are invited to celebrate Advent and Christmas by participating in the Brick Church Christmas Pageant! The pageant is an opportunity for children to offer worship leadership and be our Christmas storytellers. Oct 15 New York Common Pantry: Turkey Drive Brick Church and NY Common Pantry are working together to feed New York families this Thanksgiving. Your support is crucial! We are accepting canned foods (no glass please) or $50 Donations: Donate online here or submit a check made out to The Brick Presbyterian Church with memo "Thanksgiving Drive." Pre-labeled bags are available for pick up starting Sunday, October 18 in the Garden Room, and should be dropped off by Wednesday, November 11. Oct 7 Welcome Seminarian Fiona Beattie! We are delighted to welcome Fiona Beattie to Brick Church as a seminarian from Princeton Theological Seminary! Fiona brings a creative and thoughtful approach to ministry, drawing on her background in theatre and her interests in theology, ethics, and philosophy. During her time at Brick Church, Fiona will have opportunities to participate in worship, learn alongside our clergy and congregation, and explore how her gifts can help foster meaningful connection and community. We Sep 8 Introducing Seminarian Chris Randall! We are delighted to share that Brick Church member Chris Randall will be serving as a seminarian at The Brick Church. Chris has been an active part of our church community for many years, having been ordained as a Deacon in 2002 and an Elder in 2009 and serving through the Men’s Association, as an Usher, and on the Prayer Partners team. His commitment to service, leadership, and the life of the church has long been evident at Brick Church, and we are grateful to accompany Chr Sep 8 Welcome Jeremy Farley, Children’s Ministry Coordinator! We are delighted to welcome Jeremy Farley as Brick Church’s new Children’s Ministry Coordinator! Jeremy brings a lifelong love of storytelling, creativity, and faith, along with a passion for helping children discover meaningful and joyful ways to connect with God. Jeremy may already be a familiar face to many at Brick Church after playing Bert in this year’s production of Mary Poppins. We are excited to welcome him back to Brick Church in this new role and look forward to th Aug 25 Welcome Sarah Logemann, Associate Pastor for Children and Youth! We are delighted to welcome the Rev. Sarah Logemann as Brick Church’s new Associate Pastor for Children and Youth! Sarah brings a deep commitment to nurturing the faith of children and young people and to supporting families as they grow together in faith. This is also a joyful homecoming: Sarah previously served at Brick Church as a student minister while attending Princeton Theological Seminary. We are grateful to welcome her back to Brick Church in this new role and look f Aug 25 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 Aug 17 Register for Middle & High School Youth Groups! We are looking forward to great program year of activities for our tween and teen age congregants! Pioneers is our youth group for 5th-7th grade. Students 9th grade and up participate in High School Youth Group. 8th grade students often participate in Confirmation and are always welcome at All Youth events. Aug 17 Register for the Order of St. Paul! Calling all seventh - twelfth graders! Members of The Order of St. Paul assist in the worship service each Sunday, carrying the cross (we call the crucifer) in the Procession, serving as flag-bearers, and serving as candle attendants, as well as assisting the pastors at special services during Lent. If you are a seventh grader or older and interested in worship leadership, The Order of St. Paul is for you! Community service credit is available at program-year end based on ser Aug 17 1 2 3 4 5 Brick Links Login Watch Calendar Join Give We can't wait to greet you! 1/7 Learn More

Fellowship Are you looking for ways to meet new people or get more involved with life at The Brick Church? The church has many opportunities for members and visitors alike to strengthen current bonds, or to learn more and get more deeply involved in the life of the church. Below are some of the opportunities The Brick Church offers to both members and visitors alike. The 83rd Brick Church Fair Tue, Nov 10 Watson Hall More info Learn more Mahjong for Ministries Wed, Nov 11 Third Floor Living Room More info Learn more Single Malt Scotch with Rev. Dr. Tom Evans Wed, Nov 11 Senior Pastor's Office More info Learn more Load More 1/5 Park Avenue Tree Lighting Generally held on the first Sunday in December, our congregation and neighbors come together on Park Avenue in front of the church steps for words of remembrance and celebration and a rousing Carol Sing with our community. The tree lights are thanks to contributions to the Fund for Park Avenue. Learn More Strawberry Festival Each year, Brick Church shuts down 92nd Street for the All-Church Picnic and Strawberry Festival. This event counts among the congregation’s favorites with its fun atmosphere and great food. It’s a great opportunity for members to enjoy live music, great food, games for kids and conversation with friends and neighbors. Be sure to join us for the annual Brick Church Strawberry Festival which takes place on 92nd Street between Madison and Park Avenues. Learn More Summer BBQs The warm weather of summer brings these much-anticipated annual events to The Brick Church community. As part of the church’s summer ministry, barbecues in the Garden offer members fellowship, fun, and of course, delicious food. It’s a chance for the congregation to come together to discuss faith and life, while strengthening friendships and developing new ones. Be sure to join us for a New Member Barbecue in the Garden. Learn More Women's Association “Let each of you look not to your own interests, but to the interests of others.” — Philippians 2:4 The women members of the Brick Church constitute The Women’s Association, founded in 1920, whose mission is to provide services and support to the Church, to encourage fellowship and spiritual growth within the Church and to provide in-reach to members and outreach to those in need in our community. Events include the Fall Fling, Church Fair, Christmas at The Manse, Dinner Dance, Lenten Bible Study, Annual Meeting and Spring Luncheon, Spring Rose Garden Cocktail Party, and Parents’ Morning Out. Learn More Parents' Morning Out Moms, dads, and grandparents with children ages 3 months to 3 years are invited to join other parents, grandparents, and their children for fellowship Tuesday mornings from 11:00 to 12:30 PM in the 3rd Floor Living Room. Learn More Kids on Wheels Join the Brick Church Kids on Wheels! Preschool age children and their parents are invited to join "Kids on Wheels" Saturdays from 1:00 - 3:00 PM in Watson Hall. Bring your scooter or just yourselves to be part of this meaningful time of community, open to all families in the church and school! Learn More Men's Association “Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!” — Psalms 133:1 The Brick Church Men’s Association unites men in fellowship, discipleship, outreach, and evangelism to uphold the mission of the Brick Presbyterian Church. We seek to meet the needs of the men of Brick Church, cultivate Christian brotherhood, and nurture strong and healthy friendships based on our shared Christian values. We encourage engagement of all men, promoting activities to bring us together in support of our church and service to our community. Events include golf outings, fellowship dinners, breakfast discussions, and barbecues. Learn More Breakfast Discussions The Men's Association at Brick Church sponsors monthly Breakfast Discussions for the entire Brick Church community. Men and women come together once a month for breakfast featuring a guest speaker who moderates a lively and interactive discussion. Topics have ranged from Ukraine to Afghanistan, from the Pentagon Papers to Prisons and Policing, from Comedy to Cybersecurity. Learn More Prayer Shawl Join us for fellowship and service! Knitters, crocheters, fringers, labelsewers, note writers and deliverers welcome! No experience needed. Our hope is that each shawl brings comfort to its wearer in God’s love and peace, now and always. Join us if you would like to knit, crochet, add fringe, sew in labels, write notes, deliver shawls, pray for shawl recipients, or just learn more about this ministry. Beginners welcome. Learn More Pickleball Join the Brick Church Pickleball group in Watson Hall! All levels are welcome, equipment is provided by the Church, and instruction is available. Feel free to drop in or stay the whole two hours to play or observe! Learn More Book Club Discover the joy of reading and connecting with fellow book lovers by joining the Brick Church book club! Engage in thought-provoking discussions, exchange perspectives, and gain new insights as we delve into the pages of compelling novels together. Unleash your imagination, forge new friendships, and deepen your love for literature in the warm and welcoming atmosphere of our book club. Learn More Keep Fit Watson Hall has been the site of Keep Fit classes for more than 40 years. These exercise classes are designed for men and women of all ages that allow one to choose in making these classes challenging or just a nice toning program. Music for the Keep Fit classes consists of anything from Broadway show tunes to Big Band to Rock n’ Roll to Classical. The classes incorporate hand weights and exercise bands, body alignment, stretching, balance and CORE exercises, and dance. Brick Church members and non-members alike are welcome! Learn More

Education Education is a foundational and multi-generational priority at Brick Church. Our educational efforts span from the Twos Program at the Brick Church School to 2nd and 3rd grade sacraments classes, to 8th grade confirmation class, to weekly Adult Christian Education events. Sunday Church School starts in the nursery and continues through 7th grade. Women's Bible Study (Weekly) Thu, Sep 10 The Session Room More info Learn more Lectionary Bible Study for Men & Women (Weekly) Mon, Sep 14 Zoom More info Learn more Men's Bible Study (Weekly) Thu, Sep 17 The Session Room More info Learn more Load More 1/7 Brick Church School Since 1940 children have been learning and growing in a loving environment at the Brick Church School. Learning takes place within a program that fosters all areas of children’s development, physical, social, emotional, spiritual, language, cognitive. Thus, every aspect of the program, including the daily schedule, the classroom itself, the materials, and all activities and routines, promotes children’s growth and learning. Our nursery school classes begin with our Twos Program and continue through 4s and 5s. Learn More Sunday Church School The Brick Church Children's Ministry offers engaging Sunday programming designed for children from ages 3 through 7th grade. Our dedicated and enthusiastic volunteer staff will guide your children through inspiring Bible stories, nurturing their spiritual curiosity along the way. Our inclusive programs feature a variety of activities, including family dinners and worship, Sacraments Class, Advent Crafts, the joyous Christmas Pageant, as well as special services on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day for families to celebrate together. Register Youth Choir Brick Church offers children exceptional opportunities to lead worship through music. Led by Liz Richter , the Youth Choirs learn a wide variety of music, grow in faith, and develop vocal skills for a lifetime of joyful music making. The choirs rehearse on Wednesday afternoons, and sing regularly on Sundays, as well as at signature events such as the Park Avenue Tree Lighting. Register 8th Grade Confirmation Confirmation is a year-long opportunity for 8th graders to spend time with their peers, discuss the Christian faith, and get more involved in the Brick Church community. At the end of the year, students may choose to join The Brick Church as an active member. Confirmation Class meets Sundays at 9:00 AM beginning in September. Learn More Adult Christian Education Adult Christian Education consists of Lecture Series arranged by the Adult Education Committee of Session. Presbyterians in centuries past worked for the right to have the Bible in our hands and in our own language. They believed that by reading Scripture and talking about what we read, we would grow in faith and knowledge, as guided by the Holy Spirit. We believe the Bible is meant to be read and studied in community so that the Holy Spirit can speak to us and reveal new insights. Learn More Co-Ed Bible Study Brick Church offers a Co-Ed Bible Study at various times throughout the year for all to attend. Congregants, friends, and visitors are all invited to join the study which is presented by one of the Brick Church pastors. Learn More Men's Bible Study All men are invited to join the Men's Bible Study in exploring and discussing Biblical texts and their meaning for our lives. The Men's Bible Study meets Thursday mornings for thought-provoking discussion and fellowship. If you are interested in learning more about Brick Church and want to attend as a visitor, you are also welcome. Learn More Women's Bible Study All women are invited to join the Thursday Bible study in exploring and discussing Biblical texts and their meaning for our lives. The Women’s Bible Study meets Thursday mornings for thought-provoking discussion and fellowship. If you are interested in learning more about Brick Church and want to attend as a visitor, you are also welcome. Learn More Women’s Devotional Lunch Join the Women’s Devotional Lunch to share a meal together and reflections on living as women of faith while juggling many different roles in our lives. All women are welcome to attend, as the group is led and maintained by participants and meets throughout the year at various locations around New York City. Learn More Summer Bible Study Each summer, in lieu of Adult Christian Education lectures, we hold a minister and member-led Bible study prior to Sunday worship. This co-ed, intergenerational Bible study is open to all members and guests. We believe the Bible is meant to be read and studied in community so that the Holy Spirit can speak to us and reveal new insights. Learn More Breakfast Discussions The Men's Association at Brick Church sponsors monthly Breakfast Discussions for the entire Brick Church community. Men and women come together once a month for breakfast featuring a guest speaker who moderates a lively and interactive discussion. Topics have ranged from Ukraine to Afghanistan, from the Pentagon Papers to Prisons and Policing, from Comedy to Cybersecurity. Learn More

Associate Pastor Search The Brick Presbyterian Church in the City of New York is embarking on the deeply spiritual journey of discerning the future of our ministry and searching for two new associate pastors to serve our congregation. The Associate Pastor Nominating Committee (APNC) and Senior Minister, Rev. Thomas Evans , in partnership with the Presbytery of New York City, are guiding our Session through this important work. Associate Pastor Nominating Committee (APNC) Chair: Catherine Eubanks Members: Emily Abelson, Sarah Johnson, Sue-Peng Li, Matt Libbey, Chris Mason, Doug Watson 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. Associate Pastor for Children and Youth - POSITION FILLED The Associate Pastor for Pastoral Care and Community Ministries - APPLY HERE UPDATES Information sessions will be offered throughout the search & updates will be posted here. 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 Feb 3 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, Feb 3 Share Your Voice with the APNC: Anonymous Feedback Share Your Voice - Anonymously As we continue our search for new Associate Pastors, the APNC wants to hear your perspective. Please take a few moments to share your thoughts, reflections, hopes or questions through our anonymous feedback form. Engage the APNC Directly The APNC is actively listening and we welcome your direct feedback and referrals. If you’d like to suggest a name for consideration or tell us what you believe is essential in our next Associate Pastor(s), plea Nov 23, 2025 Share Your Feedback: APNC Discussion Forums The Associate Pastor Nominating Committee (APNC) is eager to hear more from Brick members as we review Brick's current ministry and seek... Oct 7, 2025 Take the Survey: Associate Pastor Search The survey takes about 15-20 minutes to complete, and must be completed in one sitting. We are asking all members to complete the survey... Sep 8, 2025 The Brick Church Strategic Vision Listen to Rev. Dr. Thomas Evans discuss The Brick Church Strategic Vision as a preview of his 2024-2025 sermon series for Sunday worship. Our Purpose: To be a beacon of hope that shares God’s love in Jesus Christ. Our Mission: To lead, inspire and enable the public worship of God in the Presbyterian tradition. Our Vision: To be a church that is a ‘spiritual home’ reflecting the fabric of our City. Our Values: Traditional with an innovative heart united as one known for a gene Sep 23, 2024 TIMELINE Glossary of Terms APNC (Associate Pastor Nominating Committee) A committee of church members, elected by the congregation, tasked with leading the search process for a new Associate Pastor. They review candidates, conduct interviews, and make a final recommendation to the congregation. Call The formal act of inviting a pastor to serve a congregation, including a vote by the congregation and approval by the Presbytery. Congregational Meeting A special meeting of all church members called by the Session to conduct official business, such as electing the APNC or voting on a pastoral candidate. Discernment A prayerful process of seeking God’s guidance to understand the church’s needs, priorities, and direction during a pastoral transition. Examination (Presbytery) A formal process in which the Presbytery of New York City interviews and approves the chosen candidate’s theological and pastoral readiness to serve. Installation A worship service in which the Presbytery of New York City formally installs the new Associate Pastor, officially beginning their ministry at Brick Church. MIF (Ministry Information Form) A document created by the APNC describing the congregation’s mission, ministry context, and the associate pastor position. It serves as the “church résumé” for candidates. PIF (Personal Information Form) A pastor’s résumé, faith statement, and references submitted through the CLC system. Candidates use PIFs to express interest in open positions. Presbytery of New York City The regional governing body of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) that includes Brick Church and other congregations in the NYC area. It provides oversight, guidance, and approval throughout the search process. Presbytery Action The official action by the Presbytery of New York City to approve the call and authorize the pastor’s installation. Session The governing body of a Presbyterian congregation, made up of ruling elders and moderated by the pastor. The Session oversees the church’s ministries and must approve the MIF. Terms of Call The agreed-upon compensation package and employment conditions for a pastor, including salary, housing allowance, benefits, vacation, and study leave. Must be approved by both the congregation and the Presbytery.

Children & Youth Jesus said, “Let the little children come unto me, and do not stop them, for it is to such as these that the kingdom of heaven belongs.” – Matthew 19:14 At their baptism, we make promises to our children to “guide and nurture them, by word and deed, by love and prayer, encouraging them to know and follow Christ, and through fellowship, strengthen their family ties to the household of God.” When we make these promises to our children at their baptisms, we commit to raising them in the church, teaching them the stories of Jesus, and showing them God’s love. Pioneers Youth Group (Monthly) Sun, Oct 18 Carnegie Room More info Learn more High School Youth Group (Monthly) Wed, Oct 21 Associate Pastor Manse More info Learn more "Church Mouse" Care Package Assembly Sun, Oct 25 The Living Room More info Learn more Load More 1/11 Baptism Baptism is one of two sacraments, or “sacred acts” that Jesus commanded his followers to observe, the other being the Sacrament of Holy Communion. Baptism is the act of initiation into the Christian faith and into the Christian Church. In the Presbyterian tradition, both children and adults may be baptized, though most Presbyterian parents choose to have their children baptized as infants. Register Brick Church School Since 1940 children have been learning and growing in a loving environment at the Brick Church School. Learning takes place within a program that fosters all areas of children’s development, physical, social, emotional, spiritual, language, cognitive. Thus, every aspect of the program, including the daily schedule, the classroom itself, the materials, and all activities and routines, promotes children’s growth and learning. Our nursery school classes begin with our Twos Program and continue through 4s and 5s. Learn More Sunday Child Care Parents with children aged 0-2 years are invited to register for our Sunday child care services at Brick Church. Our top priority in the child care program is to provide exceptional care, ensuring that each child receives dedicated attention and support. The nursery is staffed by highly skilled professionals from The Baby Sitters' Guild, guaranteeing a safe and nurturing environment for your little ones. Parents must remain in the building while their child is in Sunday child care. Register Sunday Church School The Brick Church Children's Ministry offers engaging Sunday programming designed for children from ages 3 through 7th grade. Our dedicated and enthusiastic volunteer staff will guide your children through inspiring Bible stories, nurturing their spiritual curiosity along the way. Register Youth Choir Brick Church offers children exceptional opportunities to lead worship through music. Led by Liz Richter , the Youth Choirs learn a wide variety of music, grow in faith, and develop vocal skills for a lifetime of joyful music making. The choirs rehearse on Wednesday afternoons, and sing regularly on Sundays, as well as at signature events such as the Park Avenue Tree Lighting. Register Parents' Morning Out Moms, dads, and grandparents with children ages 3 months to 3 years are invited to join other parents, grandparents, and their children for fellowship Tuesday mornings from 11:00 to 12:30 PM in the 3rd Floor Living Room. Register Kids on Wheels Join the Brick Church Kids on Wheels! Preschool age children and their parents are invited to join "Kids on Wheels" Saturdays from 1:00 - 3:00 PM in Watson Hall. Bring your scooter or just yourselves to be part of this meaningful time of community, open to all families in the church and school! Register Middle School "Pioneers" The Pioneers are a lively group of fifth, sixth and seventh grade students who meet on designated Sundays at The Brick Church for fun, fellowship, spiritual growth and service. Pioneers enjoy several exciting events throughout the year. Don’t miss the fun! Events include All Youth Kick-O ff, Fall Fest, Sleep-Under, a skating party and Movie Nights. Register High School The Youth Ministry plays a vital role in fulfilling The Brick Church's mission. In our youth programs, The Brick Church empowers students live out their Christian faith in a complex world, to build relationships with one another and with caring adults, and to offer service to a world in need. We invite you to join our annual High School mission trip! Register All Youth All Youth activities include: Tuesday Night Dinner Program (5th-12th Grade) Sunday Worship Youth Reader (5th-12th Grade) Super Bowl Party (5th-12th Grade) Ice Skating Party (5th-12th Grade) Ski Trip (5th-12th Grade) Mission Opportunities (7th-12th Grade) Register 8th Grade Confirmation Confirmation is a year-long opportunity for 8th graders to spend time with their peers, discuss the Christian faith, and get more involved in the Brick Church community. At the end of the year, students may choose to join The Brick Church as an active member. Confirmation Class meets Sundays at 9:00 AM beginning in September. Register Order of St. Paul Members of The Order of St. Paul assist in the worship service each Sunday, carrying the cross (we call the crucifer) in the Procession, serving as flag-bearers, and serving as candle attendants, as well as assisting the pastors at special services during Lent. If you are a seventh grader or older and interested in worship leadership, The Order of St. Paul is for you! Community service credit is available at program-year end based on service hours and commitment to the Order. Register

Brick Church Stories Brick Church Member: Christopher Allen Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Now Playing Brick Church Member: Christopher Allen 05:39 Play Video Now Playing Brick Church Member: Debbie Seraphim 13:47 Play Video Bible Study Play Video Play Video 04:33 Episode 16) Rejoice, Pray, and Rest in God’s Peace Philippians 4 contains some of my favorite verses in the Bible. Paul reminds us that the Lord is near. He calls us to rejoice, to bring our requests to God in prayer, and to give thanks. Paul does not promise that every prayer will be answered in the way we expect. He offers this promise: “The peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:7). Play Video Play Video 05:19 Episode 15) Pressing On Toward Christ In Philippians 3, Paul asks us to consider what we count as valuable. He had credentials, accomplishments, and a record of observing religious rules. Yet he came to regard them as nothing compared with knowing Christ. Play Video Play Video 04:54 Episode 14) The Mind of Christ: Humility and Unity Paul sets a high bar for followers of Jesus. He asks the Philippians to share the same love, be united in spirit, and consider the interests of others alongside their own. Can we live this way through our own strength? Play Video Play Video 05:36 Episode 13) Standing Firm in Difficult Times When we began Philippians, we met a letter full of joy, written by a man in prison. Now Paul shows us more of what that joy looks like when circumstances are difficult. Paul has not been forsaken by God. Even in confinement, he sees opportunities for the gospel to be shared. He relies on God’s strength and purpose, trusting that God can work through circumstances he would never have chosen. Play Video Play Video 05:51 Episode 12) Finding Joy in Christ: An Introduction to Philippians In this episode, we begin exploring Paul’s letter to the church in Philippi. Paul writes with warmth and affection, even though he is a prisoner under Roman guard. His letter returns again and again to joy while also calling believers to humility, unity, and a life shaped by Christ. Play Video Play Video 08:12 Episode 11) The Wheat and the Weeds: Trusting God’s Timing Jesus often used familiar images to teach about the kingdom of God. To listeners who knew the rhythms of sowing and harvesting, a field threatened by weeds would have been easy to picture. But this parable is more than a story about farming. It invites us to consider evil, judgment, God’s patience, and the right time for the harvest. Play Video Play Video 05:53 Episode 10) Jesus’s Parables: Things that Defile In this passage, Jesus addresses the very heart of the problem. The crowds had just witnessed His stern rebuke of the religious leaders, exposing not only their lack of inward devotion to God but also their failure to truly obey God's commandments. No amount of handwashing can change our character. God looks at our hearts. Jesus explains that the human heart is the ultimate source of defilement. His message to both the crowd and His disciples is that they should be far more concerned about their inward condition than about the supposed defilement that came from eating with unclean hands or eating foods considered unclean. Play Video Play Video 05:37 Episode 9) Jesus’s Parables: The Rich Man and Lazarus In Judaism at that time, many would likely have concluded that Lazarus's miserable condition was the result of God's punishment for sin, while the rich man's wealth was evidence of God's blessing. Riches were often believed to be a reward for obedience, while suffering was viewed as punishment for sin. The rich man did not open his hand to the needy. At the same time, we are not given any indication that Lazarus was particularly pious. The contrast in the parable is not based on one man's goodness and the other's wickedness. Play Video Play Video 05:47 Episode 8) Jesus’s Parables: The Good Samaritan What if we see the Samaritan as a picture of Jesus—the One who turned expectations upside down by associating with those on the fringes of society, extending healing to the marginalized, and dining with sinners? The Outsider who humbled Himself to stop and minister to the wounded traveler lying in the ditch after everyone else had passed him by. Not only did He stop, but He bandaged the traveler's wounds, took him to an inn, and authorized the innkeeper to charge His account for anything the wounded man needed. Extravagant generosity. Undeserved grace. Load More Stories & Studies Episode 16) Rejoice, Pray, and Rest in God’s Peace Let Us Pray Our dear heavenly Father, thank you for giving us ears to hear your Holy Word. We pray for the illumination of the Holy Spirit to make these ancient words of Scripture relevant and near to each of us today. Shine your light in our hearts so that we may share it with others. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen. From Paul’s Letter to the Philippians, Chapter 4: 4-9 4 Rejoice[b] in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice.[c] 5 Let your gentleness be known to everyone. T Stories & Studies Debbie Seraphim Sep 23 2 min read Episode 15) Pressing On Toward Christ Let Us Pray Our dear heavenly Father, thank you for giving us ears to hear your Holy Word. We pray for the illumination of the Holy Spirit to make these ancient words of Scripture relevant and near to each of us today. Shine your light in our hearts so that we may share it with others. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen. From Paul’s Letter to the Philippians - Chapter 3:1-11 Finally, my brothers and sisters, rejoice in the Lord. 2 Beware of the dogs, beware of the evil workers, be Stories & Studies Debbie Seraphim Sep 23 2 min read Episode 14) The Mind of Christ: Humility and Unity Let Us Pray Our dear heavenly Father, thank you for giving us ears to hear your Holy Word. We pray for the illumination of the Holy Spirit to make these ancient words of Scripture relevant and near to each of us today. Shine your light in our hearts so that we may share it with others. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen. From Paul’s Letter to the Philippians, Chapter 2, vs. 1-17 If, then, there is any comfort in Christ, any consolation from love, any partnership in the Spirit, any Stories & Studies Debbie Seraphim Sep 23 3 min read Episode 13) Standing Firm in Difficult Times Let Us Pray Our dear heavenly Father, thank you for giving us ears to hear your Holy Word. We pray for the illumination of the Holy Spirit to make these ancient words of Scripture relevant and near to each of us today. Shine your light in our hearts so that we may share it with others. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen. Faith within hardship When we began Philippians, we met a letter full of joy, written by a man in prison. Now Paul shows us more of what that joy looks like when c Stories & Studies Debbie Seraphim Sep 23 3 min read Episode 12) Finding Joy in Christ: An Introduction to Philippians Let Us Pray Our dear heavenly Father, thank you for giving us ears to hear your Holy Word. We pray for the illumination of the Holy Spirit to make these ancient words of Scripture relevant and near to each of us today. Shine your light in our hearts so that we may share it with others. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen. A letter filled with joy In this episode, we begin exploring Paul’s letter to the church in Philippi. Paul writes with warmth and affection, even though he is a pr Stories & Studies Debbie Seraphim Sep 23 2 min read Episode 11) The Wheat and the Weeds: Trusting God’s Timing Let Us Pray Our dear heavenly Father, thank you for giving us ears to hear your Holy Word. We pray for the illumination of the Holy Spirit to make these ancient words of Scripture relevant and near to each of us today. Shine your light in our hearts so that we may share it with others. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen. From the Gospel of Matthew, Chapter 13:24-30 and vs. 36-43 The Parable of Weeds among the Wheat 24 He put before them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven may b Stories & Studies Debbie Seraphim Sep 23 3 min read Episode 10) Jesus’s Parables: Things that Defile Let Us Pray Our dear heavenly Father, thank you for giving us ears to hear your Holy Word. We pray for the illumination of the Holy Spirit to make these ancient words of Scripture relevant and near to each of us this day. Shine your light in our hearts so we may share it with others. In Jesus’s name we pray, Amen. From the Gospel of Matthew 15: 10-20 Things That Defile 10 Then Jesus called the crowd to him and said to them, “Listen and understand: 11 it is not what goes int Stories & Studies Debbie Seraphim Jun 24 4 min read Episode 9) Jesus’s Parables: The Rich Man and Lazarus Let Us Pray Our dear heavenly Father, thank you for giving us ears to hear your Holy Word. We pray for the illumination of the Holy Spirit to make these ancient words of Scripture relevant and near to each of us this day. Shine your light in our hearts so we may share it with others. In Jesus’s name we pray, Amen. From the Gospel of Luke 16:19-31 The Rich Man and Lazarus 19 “There was a rich man who was dressed in purple and fine linen and who feasted sumptuously every day. Stories & Studies Debbie Seraphim Jun 24 4 min read Episode 8) Jesus’s Parables: The Good Samaritan Let Us Pray Our dear heavenly Father, thank you for giving us ears to hear your Holy Word. We pray for the illumination of the Holy Spirit to make these ancient words of Scripture relevant and near to each of us this day. Shine your light in our hearts so we may share it with others. In Jesus’s name we pray, Amen. From the Gospel of Luke 10:25-37 The Parable of the Good Samaritan 25 An expert in the law stood up to test Jesus.[a] “Teacher,” he said, “what must I do to inher Stories & Studies Debbie Seraphim Jun 24 4 min read 1 2

History & Archives The Brick Church in the City of New York has been in continuous operation since 1767, except for the years of the Revolutionary War, when the building was commandeered by the British forces for use as a hospital and later as a brig. The church was an expansion of the flourishing Wall Street Church, which had become so crowded that it was plain a second church was necessary. Its pastors, headed by the Reverend Dr. John Rodgers, and its officers administered both churches. The Brick Church did not become a separate and incorporated entity until 1809. The Brick Church has had three locations in New York City. Its first site was on Beekman Street. This spot is now occupied by Pace University’s downtown campus. The elders deemed a move necessary when it became apparent that most of the members were moving uptown. Two wars, three epidemics and three great fires changed the area from residential to a neighborhood of boarding houses and commercial operations. The church moved to Fifth Avenue and 37th Street in 1858, and remained there until 1940, when, again, in response to the migration of its congregation, it relocated to its third and present site at Park Avenue and 91st Street. Brick Church on Beekman Street Brick Church on Fifth Avenue Brick Church on Park Avenue Senior Ministers of The Brick Church John Rodgers (1767 – 1811) Gardiner Spring (1810 – 1873) James O. Murray (1865 – 1875) Llewelyn D. Bevan (1877 – 1882) Henry van Dyke (1883 – 1900) James H. McIlvaine (1894 – 1896) Maltbie D. Babcock (1900 – 1901) William R. Richards (1902 – 1910) William P. Merrill (1911 – 1938) Paul A. Wolfe (1938 – 1964) J. Reginald Thomas (1965 – 1970) James S. Stewart (1972 – 1977) Herbert B. Anderson (1978 – 2000) Michael L. Lindvall (2002 – 2017) Thomas E. Evans (2020 - Present) Thomas Evans On July 26, 2020, Reverend Dr. Thomas Evans was approved as the 14th Senior Minister of The Brick Presbyterian Church. Before coming to The Brick Church, he served as Senior Pastor and Head of Staff for First Presbyterian Church in Spartanburg, S.C., and prior to that, he served as Executive Presbyter for the Presbytery of Greater Atlanta. Rev. Evans also served in pastoral roles in churches in Idaho (1994), Arkansas (1996), and upstate New York (2000), and as Executive Presbyter in Birmingham, AL (2005). He graduated with a Master of Divinity (1994) and Doctor of Ministry (2003) from Princeton Theological Seminary. Tom is also a graduate of The College of William and Mary (1989) where he earned an B.A. in Mathematics. Michael Lindvall The Reverend Michael L. Lindvall was installed as the 13th Pastor of The Brick Presbyterian Church in the fall of 2002. Reverend Lindvall was raised in small-town Minnesota and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. H e previously served as pastor to congregations in Ann Arbor, Michigan and Northport, Long Island. Rev. Lindvall is also a writer whose essays, book reviews, sermons and fiction appear in a variety of church-related and secular periodicals. He has written two novels, The Good News from North Haven, and Leaving North Haven, both published by Crossroad/Carlisle Books, an imprint of Herder and Herder. A volume of accessible theology entitled The Christian Life: A Geography of God, was recently released by Geneva Press. Henry van Dyke Henry van Dyke deserves our thanks not only for writing the text for "Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee" but for worship innovations that we take for granted today: celebrating Christmas Day as a church holiday, holding a special Good Friday service and adding the congregational Lord’s Prayer to regular worship. He was called in 1883; a time when the church was not in the best of health. The building was not in good repair and membership was low. Young, lively and personable, he reinvigorated the Church. Besides preaching, leading the congregation, editing the Psalter and writing much of the Book of Common Worship, he wrote poetry and stories, the best known of which is The Story of the Other Wise Man. Dr. van Dyke was also a popular speaker and teacher. After leaving the Brick Church to teach and preach at Princeton, he served as a diplomat, posted by fellow Presbyterian President Woodrow Wilson as minister to the Netherlands and Luxembourg just before World War I. Look him up and prepare to be humbled by his extraordinary resume. Gardiner Spring Gardiner Spring, just out of seminary, accepted the call to Brick Church in 1810 after three others had declined. His was an era of uptown expansion of the city, social unrest, religious revivals, the War of 1812 against the British, passionate theological disputes about the nature of human sinfulness, and most profoundly, the issue of slavery. Dr. Spring tackled them all. He moved Brick Church to Fifth Avenue in 1858, instituted the first full choir and acquired our current church bell. He added prayer meetings, adult classes and mission-oriented Sunday Schools largely for the children of non-members, often poor, among many other accomplishments, while trying to remain moderate theologically and politically. But as the slavery issue became increasingly prominent, the time for moderation passed. Today he is best known for the Spring Resolutions of 1861 in support of the Union after the South had seceded. Dr. John Rodgers The church has been blessed with gifted and distinguished pastors. Our first pastor, Dr. Rodgers, regularly corresponded with George Washington, was moderator of the first General Assembly in 1789, and was chaplain to the New York State Legislature. He would deliver a short (60 minute) action sermon on Communion Sundays, and close the street in front of the church during services to eliminate noise. He has been followed by many notable clergy, three of whom were elected moderator of the General Assembly. General George Washington wrote to Dr. Rodgers acknowledging receipt of a printed copy of Divine Goodness Displayed, in the American Revolution “… The Thanksgiving Sermon which you did me the favor to send me I read with much pleasure, & pray you to accept my thanks for, & the favorable mention you have been pleased to make of me therein…” Washington had also attended the service that marked the evacua tion of the British from the City at the end of the war. Click here to read The Divine Goodness sermon . Read The Brick Presbyterian Church in the City of New York: A Fellowship of Kindred Minds Volume One: The Story Unfolds Volume Two: Building Blocks Congregation & Corporation The Brick Presbyterian Church was founded as an offshoot of First Presbyterian Church in 1767. The Corporation was chartered in 1809 and is governed by a twelve-person Board of Trustees elected by the Congregation. Annual Reports The Brick Church Annual Reports Audited Financial Statements The Brick Church Audited Financial Statements Celebrating 250+ Years Remembering September 11: An Artifact of Loss, Courage, and Hope Originally published in September 2011, in observance of the tenth anniversary of September 11, 2001. In recognition of the tenth anniversary of the attacks of September 11, 2001, The Brick Presbyterian Church in the City of New York will display an artifact from the World Trade Center site in the church’s narthex during the month of September. Ten years ago the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, owner of the World Trade Center, collected the vestiges of September 11, History & Archives Margaret Stocker, Tumultuous Times: Early Presbyterians in New York Brick Church in the American Revolution: Kindred Minds Presbyterian worship in New York City began under the Dutch West India Company, which founded a trading post, New Amsterdam, in 1624. What mattered to the Dutch was trade, and New Amsterdam offered an ideal harbor for their worldwide mercantile empire. The North River, now the Hudson, led them to the riches of the interior. In contrast, Pilgrims from England had arrived in the New World in 1620, seeking religious freedom History & Archives Peter H. Brown More Kindred Minds: George Washington, Samuel Osgood and The Brick Church When New York City became the first capital of the United States in 1789 the newly elected president needed a house for his family while residing here. A stalwart of the Brick Presbyterian Church happened to be living in a very stately mansion at 1-3 Cherry Street, and he offered it to President Washington. The church member (later Clerk of Session, President of the Board of Trustees and Elder) Samuel Osgood (1747-1813), was originally from Massachusetts, had previously studi History & Archives Margaret Van Cott 1 2 3 4 5

Membership Register Here Christians believe that God created us for life together and that the Christian life is most faithfully and joyfully lived in the community of faith that is the church. This community sustains, nourishes and challenges us to greater and steadier faithfulness to Jesus Christ. To be a Christian is, for most of us, to be part of a community of Christians. If you wish to explore membership, you are cordially invited to attend one of our series of three New Member Meetings. You are welcome to participate in all our worship, fellowship, and educational activities prior to joining the church. Church services such as baptism, marriage, funerals or votes of the congregation require church membership. 1/6 Brick Church New Member Classes 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 Before Class #2: 9:00 AM | Profession of Faith (Baptism) Discussion 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 Before Class #2: 9:00 AM | Profession of Faith (Baptism) Discussion Sunday, February 28, 2027 | Class #3 + Introduction | 9:30 - 12:30 PM New Member Class Series #3 Sunday, April 25, 2027 | Class #1 | 9:30 - 10:30 AM Sunday, May 2, 2027 | Class #2 + Tour | 9:30 - 10:30 AM Before Class #2: 9:00 AM | Profession of Faith (Baptism) Discussion Sunday, May 16, 2027 | Class #3 + Introduction | 9:30 - 12:30 PM Reach out to Meagan Hooper (mhooper@brickchurch.org ) with any questions!

Read Sermons & Prayers Prayers of Thanksgiving, Intercession, and Petition Shared during Sunday Worship on October 11, 2026. God of life, you have formed us into a community of believers, who can love each other, because we have first been loved by you. We thank you for the myriad of ways in which you have blessed us. What do we have that you have not first given to us? You bless us with families and communities who love and support us. You give us this precious life – within which we may do your work. You cause the sun to rise and the flowers to Sermons & Prayers Fiona Beattie Oct 13 2 min read The Life Cycle of Faith: The Faith of an Elder Deuteronomy 34:1-8, 10-12; Luke 2:25-32 "No one has ever shown the mighty power or performed the awesome deeds that Moses did in the sight of all Israel." This Deuteronomy quote shows us that Moses' relationship with God was unique in all of history. It is the conclusion of the Torah, the five books of the Hebrew Bible that form its core. Moses is the only person ever to relate to God face to face, so much so that it changed his appearance. At the end, Moses came to embod Sermons & Prayers Rev. Dr. Thomas Evans Oct 7 6 min read Enduring Treasures: Investing in What Lasts “Store up for yourselves treasures in heaven.” —Matthew 6:20 This year’s stewardship theme, Enduring Treasures, invites us to consider what it means to “take hold of the life that really is life.” In 1 Timothy 6:17–19, we are called to be rich in good works, generous, and ready to share, “thus storing up for [ourselves] the treasure of a good foundation for the future, so that [we] may take hold of the life that really is life.” This is the work of investing ourselves—our tim Sermons & Prayers Rev. Dr. Thomas Evans Oct 5 2 min read The Life Cycle of Faith: The Faith of an Adult Romans 5:1-5; Ephesians 4:11-14 "Gentlemen may cry, peace, peace – but there is no peace. The war is actually begun!" These words from Patrick Henry, spoken on the precipice of the Revolutionary War, were suggesting that there was a battle, a severe unease that already existed, even though the guns had yet to be fired. And it feels exactly the same way today. No, I don't think a war is coming to engulf us. But I do think there is a war within us, a deep anxiety and unease th Sermons & Prayers Rev. Dr. Thomas Evans Oct 2 6 min read Prayers of Thanksgiving, Intercession, and Petition Shared during Sunday Worship on September 20, 2026. God of love and abounding grace, we give you thanks for the many ways you remind us that we belong to one another and to you. We give you thanks for this community of faith. For the children who fill our halls with energy and backpacks and questions, for confirmands and parents preparing for a year of growth, for teachers and volunteers who offer their time and wisdom, for families and friends who encourage one another, and Sermons & Prayers Rev. Sarah Logemann Sep 21 2 min read The Life Cycle of Faith: The Faith of a Teenager Luke 15:11-13; Genesis 25:21-26 Last week, we embarked upon a four-part series on the stages of faith, and we began with childhood, in which we learned that trust is the central characteristic of a childlike faith (which Jesus told us is needed to enter the kingdom of heaven). But of course, none of us remain in that phase, especially when we enter our teenage years. Perhaps you all remember your time in middle school. Your voice changes, you grow taller, and that awkwardness Sermons & Prayers Rev. Dr. Thomas Evans Sep 17 6 min read The Life Cycle of Faith: The Faith of a Child Matthew 18:1-5 A few weeks ago, Wendy and I were having the most amazing time in Costa Rica, getting ready to go snorkeling. Along with several other couples we were in our bathing suits and life vests, anxiously listening to our guide’s instructions. We went into the water, and soon it got very stormy and scary! As we were trying to make our way toward the guide, we noticed there was a couple right on our heels--the one standing next to us during the orientation. The woman Sermons & Prayers Rev. Dr. Thomas Evans Sep 10 8 min read “Freedom” Exodus 12:1-14, Romans 3:21-26 What does the Lord require of you but to do justice and to love kindness and to walk humbly with your God? Micah 6:8b This year we have been exploring the fundamental human need of freedom. We have celebrated and examined America’s quest for freedom 250 years ago and our hope to live into our founding values, such as the equality of all people, more fully. But we have much to learn from history at 250 years though it seems long to us is mere bl Sermons & Prayers Rev. Dr. Thomas Evans Sep 3 5 min read More Than a Savior 2 Samuel 7:12–16, Matthew 16:13–23 What does the Lord require of you but to do justice and to love kindness and to walk humbly with your God? Micah 6:8b Ever since the reign of King David in 1000 B.C., Israel has yearned for a ruler like him because history has been cruel. David represented the pinnacle of Israelite sovereignty, and so a prophecy arose: there would be a king like David, who would rule an eternal throne, known as “the messiah” — no more cycle of violence, no Sermons & Prayers Rev. Dr. Thomas Evans Aug 14 6 min read 1 2 3 4 5 More Transcripts

Our Instruments Sanctuary Org an From May through August 2005, a new pipe organ was installed and voiced in the sanctuary by Casavant Frères of St.-Hyacinthe, Québec. This instrument of four manuals and 118 ranks, with 6,288 pipes, is designed to reproduce faithfully the rich, vibrant, and thrilling sounds of 19th-century French organs, especially those of Aristide Cavaillé-Coll. The sanctuary organ is the gift of an anonymous donor in honor of former Senior Minister Dr. Herbert B. Anderson and his wife, Mary Lou S. Anderson. To view the complete specification, click here . Chapel Organ In November 1994, Guilbault-Thérien of St-Hyacinthe, Québec, was commissioned to build a new organ for our chapel of two manuals, 19 stops, and 26 ranks. By May 1996, the organ had been completely assembled, voiced and tuned in the chapel. Its design was influenced by French organs of the 19th century, especially the “orgues de choeur” whose purpose was to accompany choral singing. The chapel organ is the gift of an anonymous parishioner in recognition of Dr. T. Charles Lee and Dr. Clarence Dickinson, former organists and choirmasters of Brick Church. To view the complete specification, click here . 1/4