Maundy Thursday Tenebrae Service of Shadows April 18th 7:30pm

The Tenebrae Service is an adaptation of an early Fourth Century Worship Service. Literally meaning “Shadows” or “Darkness”, this Service of Shadows utilizes sacred scripture and music to interpret the Passion (suffering) of Christ. The gradual extinguishing of candles symbolizes the growing shadow of the crucifixion looming over Jesus and his isolation in darkness as his disciples desert him. The congregation is invited to leave the church in silence, reflecting on our Savior's suffering, loneliness, and death for our sakes.

April 21st-Christian Education Easter Egg Hunt 11am

Please join us after the 10am Easter Worship Service on the front lawn for Christian Educations Annual Easter Egg Hunt at 11am.

April 14th-Palm Sunday Processional -Main Street Lower Port Jefferson

Join us the morning of April 14th-Palm Sunday, as we gather with other local churches for our Annual Procession of the Palms Parade up Main Street. All are welcome! Please meet Pastor Graugh behind the GAP Store off Main Street in Lower Port Jefferson in the parking lot at 9:15am and join in song as we proceed toward our church at 9:30am.

April 21st-Easter Service 10am

Easter Worship Service 10am followed by Christian Educations Annual Easter Egg Hunt on the front lawn.

Easter Sunrise Service 6am at Cedar Beach-April 21st

Sunrise Service at Cedar Beach. We will meet at the West side of the Concession Stand for a Communion Sunrise Service with other local churches.
Location: Cedar Beach
244 Harbor Beach Rd, Mt Sinai, NY 11766

Maundy Thursday Soup Dinner-March 29th 6:30pm

Please join us for a Soup Dinner on Maundy Thursday, March 29th at 6:30 in Fellowship Hall. Followed by the Tenebrae Service of Shadows at 7:30.

Spring Cleanup-March 31st-8:30am

Join us on Saturday, March 31st at 8:30am for some fresh air fun while we spruce up the outside of the church! Come grab a rake or a broom and enjoy Fellowship and a healthy activity!

Office Closed Monday after Easter

Congregational Meeting After 10am Worship Service

Lenten Soup 6:30pm

Ash Wednesday Soup -6:30pm

Barbara’s Gifts-Feb, 11th, 18th and 25th

Once again, the church school will be raising funds for our Barbara’s Gifts Mission Project. This year we will be making at least 100 health kits. During the month of February donations of toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, washcloths, and shampoo will be collected in the fellowship hall. If you would like to donate money, please make checks payable to FPCPJ and write “Barbara’s Gifts” on the memo line. The children will assemble the kits during class in March.

For over ten years, our church school has continued to carry on this mission project in memory of church school teacher Barbara Bielenda, daughter of the late Joe and Deanna Magguilli. Barbara was instrumental in getting the children involved in this wonderful outreach project and since her passing, the CE Committee has made it a priority to continue the work that she began here all those years ago. If you have any questions or can donate a large amount of a particular item, please contact the office at (631) 473-0147 or email us at office@pjpres.org

Souper Bowl Sunday-Feb. 4th

Souper Bowl Sunday – Next week, Feb. 4th is Souper Bowl Sunday. The children will be collecting cans of soup and donations for a local food pantry.
Please bring in Soup to donate, the lessons of giving are endless!

February 11th-Scout Sunday-10am Worship Service

December 17th-10am Worship Service Christmas Canata

Please join us at the 10am Worship Service for our Christmas Canata

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 7:30pm

Please join us at 7:30pm for our traditional Candlelight Worship Service.

December 10th-10am Christian Education Children’s Christmas Pageant

Please join us at the 10am Worship Service for Christian Educations Annual Children's Christmas Pageant.

Victorian Tea December 2nd & 3rd

Welcome to our Annual Victorian Tea! We are glad to participate once again in the Port Jefferson Village Charles Dickens Festival and very pleased to have you as our guest for tea. We hope you enjoy your choice of teas and the variety of homemade tea sandwiches and desserts. Your waiter or waitress will serve you promptly, to the best of their ability.
The monies collected from your donation go to support the work and mission of our church. If you would like to know more about our church, please feel free to ask your server.
Adults $15.00 Children $7.50 , no reservations needed!
Thank you for coming. We hope you'll join us again next year!

Thanksgiving Community Service-November 20th -7:30pm

Please join us for a Community Thanksgiving Service being held at Christ Episcopal Church on Monday, November 20th at 7:30pm.

Christ Church
127 Barnum Avenue
Port Jefferson, NY, 11777
Phone: 631-473-0273
email: ccoffice@christchurchportjeff.org
webmaster@christchurchportjeff.org

Victorian Tea-December 1st 1pm-5pm Dec. 2nd 1pm-4pm

Join us for Tea, Scones, Tea Sandwiches and some wonderful live Music to start off your holiday season!

Concert-November 12th 3pm “If it ain’t Baroque, it is Strauss!

Panera Fundraising-Thursday April 12th 4pm-8pm

Where: 4959 Nesconset Highway, Port Jefferson Station, NY 11777
When: Thursday, April 12th
From: 4:00pm-8:00pm
Bring this flyer or show an electronic version to the cashier when you place your order and we'll donate a portion of the proceeds from your purchase. Gift card purchases and catering are not counted towards the event. Learn more at PaneraBread.com/Fundraiser
Ordering Online? Try Rapid Pick up. Enter "FUND" at checkout to have a portion of your proceeds donated to First Presbyterian Church of Port Jefferson.

Music on the Sound Concert-October 22nd -3pm

Please join us for beautiful fall afternoon for another Music on the Sound Concert at First Presbyterian Church of Port Jefferson at 107 South/Main Street in Lower Port Jefferson.

“Music on the Sound” was born out of a desire to bring a serious concert series to Port Jefferson and the surrounding communities. Not only will these events bring cultural and spiritual nourishment to the public but an opportunity for local musicians to share their creative abilities in an attractive venue. First Presbyterian Church of Port Jefferson offers an ideal performing space, inspiring atmosphere and excellent acoustics. The vision is for an ongoing year round series that presents concerts of various themes and includes music that is vocal and instrumental, sacred and secular. It is an especially important goal to reach young and upcoming musicians, who need support and encouragement from the community. It is our sincere hope that through “Music on the Sound” the presence of art in our lives will be recognized, not as a luxury, but as a basic need and important contributor to the welfare of our society.

Music Director /Pianist Daniel Ragone will be joined by performers Vivienne Grizzle-Jaber and Selma Jaber. Concert Details Varied Program of Songs, Operatic Arias, Duets and Selections From Broadway.

Suggested Donation $20. Reception following performance. For more information contact us at (631) 473-0147 or office@pjpres.org for upcoming concerts.

Christian Education Christmas Pagaent

CE-Building a Sukkot Booth

Children will gather on Sunday, October 29th, in fellowship hall to build their very own Sukkot Booth where donations of food for Harvest Sunday can be placed.

CE Classes Begin Sept. 10th-Dec. 31st

Christian Education classes begin Sunday, September 10th.

Christian Education Kickoff BBQ-Blessing of the Backpacks

Back–to-Church-School Sunday will be on September 10th. The service will be very special. Tell the children to bring their backpacks as Pastor Richard will do a “Backpack Blessing” to bless the children as they begin a new school year. He will also be presenting each 4th grader with a new Bible as they transition into the older class. After the service, there will be a terrific BBQ on the front lawn of the church with a special craft table for the children. It will be a Sunday that you won’t want to miss.

Please bring a side dish to be shared by all!
$3/Adult, $1/Child, not to exceed $6/family.

Deacon’s Fall Mum Fundraiser Sale-October 7th

This Year the Deacon’s Fall Flower Fundraiser will include the following in the flower cart:
Mums-9” pot $8.00
Montauk Daisies-9” pot $8.00
10” Hanging Basket of Mums (mixed colors)-$16.00
Ornamental Kale-8” pot $7.00

Large orders can be delivered to your home. Any questions, please contact Jane Fudge at office@pjpres.org

Family Fall Fling Western Night Sept. 29th-6pm

Family Fall Fling Western Night is being hosted by the Deacons so grab your cowboy/ cowgirl hat, get your boots on and join us at the Setauket Neighborhood House for an evening of Fellowship and Fun including a Chili Cook off and Pie Contest! $20 for Adults, Children under 8, free, over 8, $5.00.

Annual Deacons Lawn Party

The Deacon’s Lawn Party will be held at the home of Deacon Joan Hubbard on the water in Poquott at 3pm on Saturday August 19th. Joan has been most gracious to offer her home and besides enjoying great fellowship, there’s a view you don’t want to miss! The menu will consist of London broil, chicken cutlets, clam chowder, corn on the cob, salads and desserts. Bring your own beverages, chairs or beach blankets and a smile! The cost is $20 per person, children are free but must be signed up. We will need to limit the number of people so be sure to sign up soon! Sign up board will be in Fellowship Hall starting Sunday July 16th.

New Member Class

NEW MEMBERS CLASS-June 25^th

DISCOVER FIRST – The class for learning more about the church, its life, mission, and what it means to be a member will occur Sunday, June 25th after coffee hour at 11:15am in the pastor’s office. Please join Pastor Richard upstairs.

Outdoor Service with Strawberry Social

Join us for our Outdoor Service with the strawberry social!
June 11th at 10am-107 South/Main Street in Lower Port Jefferson.

Tents and Chairs will be on the front lawn, grab a seat and then some strawberry delights after the worship service!
Children will be receiving a VERY special gift that day.

East End Singers Concert

Please join us for a wonderful concert by the East End Singers at 3pm on June 4th here at First Presbyterian Church of Port Jefferson.
(107 South/Main Street in Lower Port Jefferson)

Suggested Donation $20. Reception following performance. For more information contact us at (631) 473-0147 or office@pjpres.org for upcoming concerts.

Donation of non-perishable food can be donated in the basket as you enter the Church Narthex to feed the less fortunate here on Long Island.

Pentecost Sunday-June 4th

Pentecost Sunday is June 4, 2017.
Each year on Pentecost Sunday, we celebrate the arrival of the Holy Spirit as a bringer of new life with an Offering intended to nurture the faith of those newest among us. The Christian Education classes will be looking to fill their Pentecost Banks so start collecting your change for this very worthy collection that helps children help others in our community!

Quick Facts:
Congregations keep 40% of raised funds to initiate or support programs for young people in their communities.

The first Presbyterian Youth Triennium was held in 1980.

The Day of Pentecost is referred to as the birthday of the Church.

Pentecost is usually represented with the color red, which symbolizes the fire of the Holy Sprit.

Office Closed Memorial Day

The Church office will be closed Monday May 29th in observance of Memorial Day.

Ladies Paint Night-June 10th

ALLIAGE QUINTETT Concert

Shupp Artists Management will have a performance here at First Presbyterian Church of Port Jefferson on Friday, April 7 by the ALLIAGE QUINTETT (four saxophones and a pianist). The group is based in Germany, but are here on tour in America. Performance will be at 8pm.

Music on the Sound Concert

Musical friends and colleagues,
The next installation of Music on the Sound will be a milestone. For the first time we will be presenting a non vocal concert featuring French horn, violin and piano. Joining me will be the featured soloist, Wil Dannenberg on the French horn and special guest Natalie Kress, violinist. I'm thrilled to have these 2 excellent performers performing both together and separately. In addition I will fulfill a request often made and perform solo piano music.

I hope you will join us for this exciting event. It will take place at First Presbyterian Church of Port Jefferson. More details will be forthcoming in a flyer.

Daniel Ragone, Artistic Director, Music on the Sound

Spring Fling

Please join us Friday April 28th at 6:30 PM- 9:00 PM at the home of Elder Chic and Michelle Voorhis for the Deacons Annual Spring Fling. Watch the sunset on the Long Island Sound. Please bring an appetizer or a beverage to share. Do you need a ride to the event? Please contact Deacon Jane Fudge by email at office@pjpres.org, if you need a ride or have questions.

Sign up in the Fellowship Hall begins April 2nd or you can RSVP to office@pjpres.org

Easter Sunday Special Music

Music Director Wil Dannenberg and the Chancel Choir welcome the Anima Brass quintet to First Presbyterian Church of Port Jefferson! Please join us for some incredible Music on Easter Sunday at the 10am Easter Worship Service.

Anima Brass is a dynamic quintet of musicians dedicated to the world of brass chamber music. With an active focus on expanding the repertoire, future performances include premiere works written specifically for the ensemble, often exploring newly broken ground for brass music. For more information about Anima Brass visit there website at http://www.animabrass.com/

CE-Assemble Barbaras Gifts

All Children will gather during normal school class and help assemble Barbara's Gifts health kits for the Midnight Run.

Deacons Meeting

Deacon's meet in the Great Room upstairs after Worship Service at 11:15-11:30 am.

Deacons Meeting

Deacon's meet in the Great Room upstairs after Worship Service at 11:15-11:30 am.

Deacon’s Meeting

Deacon's meet in the Great Room upstairs after Worship Service at 11:15-11:30 am.

Deacons Meeting

Deacon's meet in the Great Room upstairs after Worship Service at 11:15-11:30 am.

Deacons Meeting

Deacon's meet in the Great Room upstairs after Worship Service at 11:15-11:30 am.

Midnight Run-May 5th

As Christians, we are called to help those who are in need. By doing so, we are helping one another and serving Christ. The Midnight Run is a mission project that our church has participated in for many years. This year, we will be returning to New York City.  Participation in this is a mission project brings our entire congregation together.   You will see a Midnight Run board in the fellowship hall in ways you can help.... Maybe baking brownies, donating used clothing, helping to sort clothing, making 200 sandwiches the night of the run, be a driver or go on the Midnight Run on Friday May 5th. If you have any questions about the Midnight Run please contact Jane Fudge at office@pjpres.org. Here are some items we need:

Jeans/Pants/Sweats        Mens Socks             Baseball Caps

Sweat Shirts          Mens Underwear Size 34-42    Shirts/T-Shirts        

Sweat Shirts          Spring Jackets            Belts           

Canvas Bags        LARGE Brown Lunch Bags    Zip Lock Bags

Sneakers/Shoes/Walking Shoes           Water Bottles/Juice boxes 

Baked Brownies or Cookies                        Granola Bars  

Toiletries-Shampoo/Soap/Toothpaste, Toothbrushes.

Silly Sock Sunday

On Sunday March 19th we are asking the congregation to wear silly socks to church and bring in new men’s socks for Midnight Run.

MIDNIGHT RUN-FRIDAY, MAY 5TH

We are scheduled to do Midnight Run on Friday May 5th.  We are collecting men/women’s clothing and various types of toiletries. Please check out the Midnight Run Board on all the ways you can help in Fellowship Hall. If you have any questions please contact Jane Fudge via email at office@pjpres.org.

New Member Sunday

New Member Sunday, we welcome Jeanne S. Mayer and Kate Elizabeth Valerio who will be joining as members during the 10am Worship Service on March 19th

Church School-Regular Class

Regular Church Class after Children's Sermon 10:30am.  Students will be brought upstairs to the Oasis Room.

Christian Education Barbeque

Please join us after Worship Service for our end of year Christian Education BBQ.  Please bring a side dish to be shared by the congregation.

Church School-Regular Class

Regular Church Class after Children's Sermon 10:30am.  Students will be brought upstairs to the Oasis Room.

Church School-No Christian Education Class

No Church Class  Children will remain with their family on Communion Sunday.

Church School-Regular Class

Regular Church Class after Children's Sermon 10:30am.  Students will be brought upstairs to the Oasis Room.

No Church School-Palm Sunday

No Christian Education Class.  Families can gather with Pastor Richard in the parking lot behind the Gap on Main Street in Lower Port Jefferson for the Annual Palm Sunday Processional up main street and /or  stay together for Palm Sunday Worship Service.

Church School -No Christian Education Class

No Christian Education Class today, children will stay with family on Communion Sunday.

Church School-Regular Class

Regular Church Class after Children's Sermon 10:30am.  Students will be brought upstairs to the Oasis Room.

Church School-Regular Class

Regular Church Class after Children's Sermon 10:30am.  Students will be brought upstairs to the Oasis Room.

Tenebrae Service

Please join us on Thursday, April 13th at 7:30 for our Maundy Thursday Tenebrae Service.

The Tenebrae Service, which will be preceded by Holy Communion, is an adaptation of an early Fourth Century Worship Service. Literally meaning “Shadows” or “Darkness”, this Service of Shadows utilizes sacred scripture and music to interpret the Passion (suffering) of Christ. The gradual extinguishing of candles symbolizes the growing shadow of the crucifixion looming over Jesus and his isolation in darkness as his disciples desert him. The congregation is invited to leave the church in silence, reflecting on our Savior's suffering, loneliness, and death for our sakes.

CE Easter Egg Hunt

Please join us after Easter Sunday Worship Service on April 16th at 11am for the Annual Christian Education Easter Egg Hunt on the front lawn of First Presbyterian Church of Port Jefferson.

Soup Supper

Please join us in Fellowship Hall on Thursday, April 13th at 6:30pm to gather together for a soup supper before the Maundy Thursday  Tenebrae Service at 7:30pm.

Easter Sunday

Come join us for Easter Sunday worship. 10am

Lenten Bible Study and Lunch

Lenten Bible Study and Lunch

Please Join Rev. Dr. Richard Graugh, Pastor at First Presbyterian Church of Port Jefferson in the Great Room upstairs for a Lenten Lunch and Bible Study on Wednesdays, March 8^th March 15^th and March 22^nd,  “The Five Marks of Love”.

Noon – 1:30

Lenten Bible Study and Lunch

Lenten Bible Study and Lunch

Please Join Rev. Dr. Richard Graugh, Pastor at First Presbyterian Church of Port Jefferson in the Great Room upstairs for a Lenten Lunch and Bible Study on Wednesdays, March 8^th March 15^th and March 22^nd,  “The Five Marks of Love”.

Noon – 1:30

Daylight Savings Time-Sunday, March 12th

Don't miss Church! Please be reminded to set your clocks on Mar 12, 2017 - Daylight Saving Time Starts

When local standard time is about to reach
Sunday, March 12, 2017, 2:00:00 am clocks are turned forward 1 hour to
Sunday, March 12, 2017, 3:00:00 am local daylight time instead

Sunrise and sunset will be about 1 hour later on Mar 12, 2017 than the day before. There will be more light in the evening.

Palm Sunday Processional

Join us on Palm Sunday as we  gather with other local churches for our Annual Procession of the Palms Parade up Main Street.  All are welcome! Please meet Pastor Graugh behind the GAP Store off Main Street in Lower Port Jefferson in the parking lot at 9:15am and join in song as we proceed toward our church at 9:30am.

Confirmation Class Holmes Camp Retreat

We will meet at the Church Friday, March 17th at 4pm, we will be taking the 4:15 Ferry from Port Jefferson to Bridgeport, CT  for the two day confirmation class retreat to Holmes Camp.  If you have any questions, please contact the office at office@pjpres.org or call us at (631) 473-0147.  Pre-registration is required.

Lenten Bible Study and Lunch

Lenten Bible Study and Lunch

Please Join Rev. Dr. Richard Graugh, Pastor at First Presbyterian Church of Port Jefferson in the Great Room upstairs for a Lenten Lunch and Bible Study on Wednesdays, March 8^th March 15^th and March 22^nd,  “The Five Marks of Love”.

Noon – 1:30

Office Closed Easter Observance

Please note the office is closed in observance of  Easter on Monday, April 17th.

Elders/Deacons Leadership Retreat

Attention ALL Deacons and Elders

Our annual Leadership Planning Retreat will be held on Saturday March 25^th 9AM-Noon. Our facilitator for the morning is the PRC (Practical Resources for Churches) Coordinator Charlaine Aspsel.

Your vital input will help steer our planning into the future.

(Tea, Coffee and Bagels will be provided.)

New Member Class

Please join us in learning more about First Presbyterian Church at our next New Member Class on Sunday March 5th at 11:15 upstairs in Pastor Richards Office.

Annual Meeting

The Annual Meeting of the Congregation and Corporation of the First Presbyterian Church of Port Jefferson, New York will be held on Sunday, February 26, 2017 in the sanctuary, immediately following worship to receive the annual reports and vote on the Pastor's Terms of Call.  Michael Darling, Clerk of Session.

Ash Wednesday Service March 1st 7:30pm

Candle Light Service

Everyone is Welcome!