<![CDATA[Daily Prayer Services]]>0acfd01b-ec47-5e34-8c2c-a537ad5d0c98Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:00:39 +0000Captivate.fmFPC Allentownhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/92ad1c0d-991c-4c34-abe9-a2057b92151c/lent-dps-podcast.jpgDaily Prayer ServicesFPC AllentownFPC AllentownOur daily prayer services are an annual meditation during the Lenten season at First Presbyterian Church of Allentown. The services are originally posted as 2-8 minute video on our YouTube and Facebook pages. Each of the 40 days has a question for reflection followed by a prayer. By lifting up our stories, our entire community of faith get to better know our people. Our 2025 Lenten Theme is "Everything [in] Between: Meeting God in the Midst of Extremes" from A Sanctified Art.https://fpcallentown.orgfalseepisodicfpca-this-is-my-podcastnopodcastThe good news is alive in the world!The good news is alive in the world!The good news is alive in the world!

We asked our church members to tell us something good that happened to them recently. This is our good news!

Thank you to our youth and youth leaders for organizing this project, and a special thank you to Mark Simmons for putting together this video.

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>The good news is alive in the world!

We asked our church members to tell us something good that happened to them recently. This is our good news!

Thank you to our youth and youth leaders for organizing this project, and a special thank you to Mark Simmons for putting together this video.

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>d1b49e4b-9d6b-4ecf-b80c-43457abccc5eMon, 06 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -040007:02falsefull202641412026April 4, 2026April 4, 2026What feels full of life, hope, and vibrancy in your faith community or personal life?

Let's take a moment to pause and reflect with Beth Sarmir for our daily prayer service for Saturday April 4, 2026. Following our theme "Tell Me Something Good" (inspired by A Sanctified Art), we reflect together as we await the joy of Easter Sunday.

Join us this Sunday as we celebrate the resurrection of Christ. Our contemporary service will meet at 8:45 in our Fellowship Hall, and our more traditional service at 11:00am in the Sanctuary. Additionally, we offer an Arabic language service at 9:50am in our chapel, as well as a Chin/Burmese service at 12:30. Visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: 'Ah, Holy Jesus', performed by Hymns Guitar Poet, arranged by Daniel J Harris

]]>What feels full of life, hope, and vibrancy in your faith community or personal life?

Let's take a moment to pause and reflect with Beth Sarmir for our daily prayer service for Saturday April 4, 2026. Following our theme "Tell Me Something Good" (inspired by A Sanctified Art), we reflect together as we await the joy of Easter Sunday.

Join us this Sunday as we celebrate the resurrection of Christ. Our contemporary service will meet at 8:45 in our Fellowship Hall, and our more traditional service at 11:00am in the Sanctuary. Additionally, we offer an Arabic language service at 9:50am in our chapel, as well as a Chin/Burmese service at 12:30. Visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: 'Ah, Holy Jesus', performed by Hymns Guitar Poet, arranged by Daniel J Harris

]]>5b1f096c-933b-4af3-ba99-3be51295749dSat, 04 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -040009:12falsefull202640402026April 3, 2026April 3, 2026Jesus offers his crucifiers forgiveness, even as he is dying on the cross. What does forgiveness look like in your life?

In the quiet anticipation of Good Friday, we invite you to join Sally Byrnes for our prayer service for Friday, April 3, 2026. Following our theme "Tell Me Something Good" (inspired by A Sanctified Art), we reflect together as we await the joy of Easter Sunday.

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: 'Ah, Holy Jesus', performed by Hymns Guitar Poet, arranged by Daniel J Harris

]]>Jesus offers his crucifiers forgiveness, even as he is dying on the cross. What does forgiveness look like in your life?

In the quiet anticipation of Good Friday, we invite you to join Sally Byrnes for our prayer service for Friday, April 3, 2026. Following our theme "Tell Me Something Good" (inspired by A Sanctified Art), we reflect together as we await the joy of Easter Sunday.

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: 'Ah, Holy Jesus', performed by Hymns Guitar Poet, arranged by Daniel J Harris

]]>0ee5b742-57aa-4300-b7f7-f74968998be7Fri, 03 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -040003:35falsefull202639392026April 2, 2026April 2, 2026Jesus invites all his disciples to his final meal, even those who will sell him out. How can you extend hospitality even to people you find hard to love or trust?

Join Robert Fahringer for a musical meditation for our Maundy Thursday Lenten Prayer Service. This year's theme is "Tell Me Something Good", inspired by A Sanctified Art.

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credits:

  • 'Ah, Holy Jesus', performed by Hymns Guitar Poet, arranged by Daniel J Harris
  • 'The Bread Song', by Robert Fahringer

]]>Jesus invites all his disciples to his final meal, even those who will sell him out. How can you extend hospitality even to people you find hard to love or trust?

Join Robert Fahringer for a musical meditation for our Maundy Thursday Lenten Prayer Service. This year's theme is "Tell Me Something Good", inspired by A Sanctified Art.

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credits:

  • 'Ah, Holy Jesus', performed by Hymns Guitar Poet, arranged by Daniel J Harris
  • 'The Bread Song', by Robert Fahringer

]]>b9917001-3582-49ac-b695-8007857ff512Thu, 02 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -040009:29falsefull202638382026April 1, 2026April 1, 2026Where have you seen God or felt the Spirit’s presence in recent weeks?

As we continue through Holy Week, join us as Karen Layfield leads today's daily prayer service for Wednesday, April 1, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell Me Something Good", inspired by A Sanctified Art.

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: 'Ah, Holy Jesus', performed by Hymns Guitar Poet, arranged by Daniel J Harris

]]>Where have you seen God or felt the Spirit’s presence in recent weeks?

As we continue through Holy Week, join us as Karen Layfield leads today's daily prayer service for Wednesday, April 1, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell Me Something Good", inspired by A Sanctified Art.

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: 'Ah, Holy Jesus', performed by Hymns Guitar Poet, arranged by Daniel J Harris

]]>ed34eac9-4fe7-4c97-95e4-40c5dd839fa4Wed, 01 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -040005:11falsefull202637372026March 31, 2026March 31, 2026When is it easy to follow Jesus? When is it difficult?

Join Anne Ferrera as we continue our journey through Holy Week with today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Tuesday, March 31, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: 'Ah, Holy Jesus', performed by Hymns Guitar Poet, arranged by Daniel J Harris

]]>When is it easy to follow Jesus? When is it difficult?

Join Anne Ferrera as we continue our journey through Holy Week with today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Tuesday, March 31, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: 'Ah, Holy Jesus', performed by Hymns Guitar Poet, arranged by Daniel J Harris

]]>ff83eeee-c2a0-4b81-807d-cbb83eb03e56Tue, 31 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040006:20falsefull202636362026March 30, 2026March 30, 2026Who inspires you to take action? What do they inspire you to do?

Join Pastor Stephanie Anthony as we begin Holy Week with today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Monday, March 30, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: 'Ah, Holy Jesus', performed by Hymns Guitar Poet, arranged by Daniel J Harris

]]>Who inspires you to take action? What do they inspire you to do?

Join Pastor Stephanie Anthony as we begin Holy Week with today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Monday, March 30, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: 'Ah, Holy Jesus', performed by Hymns Guitar Poet, arranged by Daniel J Harris

]]>3d9e357b-3617-4616-b2b0-b7f0231d9898Mon, 30 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040004:38falsefull202635352026March 28, 2026March 28, 2026As Jesus processes into Jerusalem, the people cry “Hosanna!” which means “Save us!” Who is crying out to be saved now? How can you act with mercy?

Join Sean Metzgar for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Saturday, March 28, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>As Jesus processes into Jerusalem, the people cry “Hosanna!” which means “Save us!” Who is crying out to be saved now? How can you act with mercy?

Join Sean Metzgar for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Saturday, March 28, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>a7b3a1d6-2d0e-4018-b6a2-4c92ecc8c094Sat, 28 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040007:30falsefull202634342026March 27, 2026March 27, 2026What does it mean to you that Jesus protected someone others were ready to condemn? How might that shape the way you live today?

Join Kate Gilchrist for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Friday, March 27, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>What does it mean to you that Jesus protected someone others were ready to condemn? How might that shape the way you live today?

Join Kate Gilchrist for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Friday, March 27, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>649759f3-e104-4e9d-bf3e-77081b727f9eFri, 27 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040004:20falsefull202633332026March 26, 2026March 26, 2026When you think about justice, mercy, and faithfulness, which one feels hardest for you to live out? Why might that be?

Join Marijo Taylor for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Thursday, March 26, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>When you think about justice, mercy, and faithfulness, which one feels hardest for you to live out? Why might that be?

Join Marijo Taylor for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Thursday, March 26, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>cdcde0fe-bfe9-4032-b9d5-08d37c2a1d00Thu, 26 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040010:58falsefull202632322026March 25, 2026March 25, 2026We often think of justice on a macro scale. Are there ways to practice justice through small, daily acts? What comes to mind?

Join Katherine Grum for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Wednesday, March 25, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>We often think of justice on a macro scale. Are there ways to practice justice through small, daily acts? What comes to mind?

Join Katherine Grum for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Wednesday, March 25, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>3846707f-bb5f-4680-83b8-1699b6632ba5Wed, 25 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040002:19falsefull202631312026March 24, 2026March 24, 2026What rhythms and rituals help you cultivate a life of faithfulness?

Join Margaret Baranoski for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Tuesday, March 24, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: "My Jesus" by Anne Wilson, © 2021 Capitol CMG Paragon; Jacobs Story Music; Meaux Mercy; Combustion Five; Inman Park Music, FPCA CCLI License 2260079 | Streaming License CSPL064676

]]>What rhythms and rituals help you cultivate a life of faithfulness?

Join Margaret Baranoski for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Tuesday, March 24, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: "My Jesus" by Anne Wilson, © 2021 Capitol CMG Paragon; Jacobs Story Music; Meaux Mercy; Combustion Five; Inman Park Music, FPCA CCLI License 2260079 | Streaming License CSPL064676

]]>80ce47e7-3029-47d7-b2d7-e984f03e9587Tue, 24 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040003:28falsefull202630302026March 23, 2026March 23, 2026Have you ever been on the receiving end of someone’s mercy? How did it impact you? How can you pay that forward?

Start off the 5th week of lent with Afaf Khoury as she leads today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Monday, March 23, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>Have you ever been on the receiving end of someone’s mercy? How did it impact you? How can you pay that forward?

Start off the 5th week of lent with Afaf Khoury as she leads today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Monday, March 23, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>939678fa-a2ea-49c9-b7e2-4e519d4683b1Mon, 23 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040005:34falsefull202629292026March 21, 2026March 21, 2026Jesus tells the Pharisees that the most important part of the law is not simply following the rules, but enacting justice, mercy, and faithfulness (Matthew 23:23). What does this interpretation teach you about our faith?

As we wrap up another week of Lent, let's join Josh Luey for today's Daily Prayer Service for Saturday, March 21, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>Jesus tells the Pharisees that the most important part of the law is not simply following the rules, but enacting justice, mercy, and faithfulness (Matthew 23:23). What does this interpretation teach you about our faith?

As we wrap up another week of Lent, let's join Josh Luey for today's Daily Prayer Service for Saturday, March 21, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>a37edba4-ce50-4d2a-92b7-6ffc915a7f81Sat, 21 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040004:26falsefull202628282026March 20, 2026March 20, 2026What boundaries or practices help you care for others with compassion while also honoring your own limits? How might tending to your wellbeing strengthen your ability to love like Jesus?

Join Jenn Riedy for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Friday, March 20, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>What boundaries or practices help you care for others with compassion while also honoring your own limits? How might tending to your wellbeing strengthen your ability to love like Jesus?

Join Jenn Riedy for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Friday, March 20, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>2d4e93ec-6c50-4da4-bffd-47a7b4baf15dFri, 20 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040003:43falsefull202627272026March 19, 2026March 19, 2026When you think about protecting the vulnerable, what actions come to mind? How can you live into this call faithfully?

Join Pam Weiss for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Thursday, March 19, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>When you think about protecting the vulnerable, what actions come to mind? How can you live into this call faithfully?

Join Pam Weiss for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Thursday, March 19, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>74a0f727-346e-49c7-83b7-059baec41c07Thu, 19 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040008:23falsefull202626262026March 18, 2026March 18, 2026Scripture calls us to care for the widow, the orphan, the immigrant, and the child among us. In our current time, who would you add to that list?

Join Dennis Giangiulio for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Wednesday, March 18, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>Scripture calls us to care for the widow, the orphan, the immigrant, and the child among us. In our current time, who would you add to that list?

Join Dennis Giangiulio for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Wednesday, March 18, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>c09a85c9-867a-4046-973f-b8cec8bca157Wed, 18 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040008:28falsefull202625252026March 17, 2026March 17, 2026Is there a difference between offering protection and offering care? What is the value of both?

Join Pastor Kathryn Foster for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Tuesday, March 17, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>Is there a difference between offering protection and offering care? What is the value of both?

Join Pastor Kathryn Foster for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Tuesday, March 17, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>dca4642c-946e-4da6-8196-8391f7cdf1cbTue, 17 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040006:17falsefull202624242026March 16, 2026March 16, 2026Who in your community needs protection and care? How is your community responding?

Start off the 4th week of lent with Shawn Szydlowski as she leads today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Monday, March 16, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>Who in your community needs protection and care? How is your community responding?

Start off the 4th week of lent with Shawn Szydlowski as she leads today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Monday, March 16, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>677e1e16-7eb0-41c6-93f4-17f6ebaf4530Mon, 16 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040006:50falsefull202623232026March 14, 2026March 14, 2026What strength, gift, or resource can you contribute to the work God is already doing—and how might it join with the strengths of others?

As we begin to wind down our week, let's take a moment and reflect and join Karen Richards as she shares today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Friday, March 14, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>What strength, gift, or resource can you contribute to the work God is already doing—and how might it join with the strengths of others?

As we begin to wind down our week, let's take a moment and reflect and join Karen Richards as she shares today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Friday, March 14, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>c7ab0a3f-0047-4b1b-8d2c-67ec3248ed93Sat, 14 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040003:06falsefull202622222026March 13, 2026March 13, 2026Where do you see signs, even small ones, that the impossible might already be shifting? How is God at work around you in ways that give you hope?

As we begin to wind down our week, join Sophia Sciarrino as she shares today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Friday, March 13, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>Where do you see signs, even small ones, that the impossible might already be shifting? How is God at work around you in ways that give you hope?

As we begin to wind down our week, join Sophia Sciarrino as she shares today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Friday, March 13, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>0999f516-022f-428c-9a96-1086c754e60fFri, 13 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040002:42falsefull202621212026March 12, 2026March 12, 2026The gospel is full of stories of surprising good. What does this teach us about God?

Join the Metzgar kids-Margaret, Ian and Jamie-to help kick off your day with the Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Thursdays, March 12, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>The gospel is full of stories of surprising good. What does this teach us about God?

Join the Metzgar kids-Margaret, Ian and Jamie-to help kick off your day with the Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Thursdays, March 12, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>a513d043-2d7a-435b-b8a1-456cb73d8593Thu, 12 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040001:50falsefull202620202026March 11, 2026March 11, 2026Who in your life helps you believe that you can make a difference? What does it look like?

Join Angela Kemp for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Wednesday, March 11, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>Who in your life helps you believe that you can make a difference? What does it look like?

Join Angela Kemp for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Wednesday, March 11, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>658cfacd-2bb6-4185-8421-d968c1cca43cWed, 11 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040010:27falsefull202619192026March 10, 2026March 10, 2026What is a dream you have for yourself, your church, or the world?

Join Erica Simmons for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Tuesday, March 10, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>What is a dream you have for yourself, your church, or the world?

Join Erica Simmons for today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Tuesday, March 10, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>6e1c8c20-2f02-4284-8e32-31957622f66eTue, 10 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040005:04falsefull202618182026March 9, 2026March 9, 2026Jesus charged the disciples to feed the crowds. What is Jesus charging you to do in this season of life?

Start off the 3rd week of lent with Bill White as he leads today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Monday, March 9, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>Jesus charged the disciples to feed the crowds. What is Jesus charging you to do in this season of life?

Start off the 3rd week of lent with Bill White as he leads today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Monday, March 9, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>35cbeb43-1e27-425f-8461-bbeacbed6475Mon, 09 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040005:04falsefull202617172026March 7, 2026March 7, 2026What strength, gift, or resource can you contribute to the work God is already doing—and how might it join with the strengths of others?

Start your weekend off with us as Kathleen Dent leads our Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Saturday, March 7, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>What strength, gift, or resource can you contribute to the work God is already doing—and how might it join with the strengths of others?

Start your weekend off with us as Kathleen Dent leads our Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Saturday, March 7, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>658b41b9-3587-4781-a85f-a52b25d8fb53Sat, 07 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040006:07falsefull202616162026March 6, 2026March 6, 2026In the past, how have you practiced loving your neighbors? Moving forward, are there new acts of compassion you wish to embrace?

As we begin to wind down our week, join us as Jim Moczydlowski shares today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Friday, March 6, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>In the past, how have you practiced loving your neighbors? Moving forward, are there new acts of compassion you wish to embrace?

As we begin to wind down our week, join us as Jim Moczydlowski shares today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Friday, March 6, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>a523eda3-211c-48de-9dcd-2367937acf14Fri, 06 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040004:54falsefull202615152026March 5, 2026March 5, 2026Mother Teresa once said, “If you can’t feed a hundred people, then just feed one.” How does this quote shape the way you think about being a good neighbor?

Join Rebecca Taylor as she shares today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Thursday, March 5, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>Mother Teresa once said, “If you can’t feed a hundred people, then just feed one.” How does this quote shape the way you think about being a good neighbor?

Join Rebecca Taylor as she shares today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Thursday, March 5, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>de1258cb-d4e9-4802-bf86-e03e79b884c7Thu, 05 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040005:50falsefull202614142026March 4, 2026March 4, 2026In the past, how have you practiced loving your neighbors? Moving forward, are there new acts of compassion you wish to embrace?

Join us as Joel Hurley shares today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Wednesday, March 4, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>In the past, how have you practiced loving your neighbors? Moving forward, are there new acts of compassion you wish to embrace?

Join us as Joel Hurley shares today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Wednesday, March 4, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>304e464b-072b-4317-a15b-631d1310f159Wed, 04 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040006:58falsefull202613132026March 3, 2026March 3, 2026For whom does your heart break? Which neighbors are you called to love, pray for, or pay attention to in this season?

Listen along as Lynda Wiseman shares today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Tuesday, March 3, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>For whom does your heart break? Which neighbors are you called to love, pray for, or pay attention to in this season?

Listen along as Lynda Wiseman shares today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Tuesday, March 3, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>3c56c1a1-1c4b-4a9e-b9e6-bd521ee3bbefTue, 03 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040006:06falsefull202612122026March 2, 2026March 2, 2026If you were to teach a child what it means to be a good neighbor, what would you say?

Join us as Diane Edelman kicks off our week with today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Monday, March 2, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>If you were to teach a child what it means to be a good neighbor, what would you say?

Join us as Diane Edelman kicks off our week with today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Monday, March 2, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>10942a76-5e9e-448a-afcf-c4217468f710Mon, 02 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040003:10falsefull202611112026February 28, 2026February 28, 2026When you hear the word “neighbor” what comes to mind? Who do you picture?

Start your weekend off with us as Andy Baranek leads our Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Saturday, February 28, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>When you hear the word “neighbor” what comes to mind? Who do you picture?

Start your weekend off with us as Andy Baranek leads our Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Saturday, February 28, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>0f5539ca-95d6-4635-b791-6a1478b6a61dSat, 28 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -040008:00falsefull202610102026February 27, 2026February 27, 2026How is God surprising you in this season?

Take a few minutes and join us as Alicen Bailey-Silfies leads our Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Friday, February 27, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>How is God surprising you in this season?

Take a few minutes and join us as Alicen Bailey-Silfies leads our Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Friday, February 27, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>67b9fb9c-6252-4774-9a0a-3145df4453bdFri, 27 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -040004:24falsefull2026992026February 26, 2026February 26, 2026What takes your breath away? Where are you most in awe?

Take a few minutes and join us as Nancy Hoffman leads our Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Thursday, February 26, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>What takes your breath away? Where are you most in awe?

Take a few minutes and join us as Nancy Hoffman leads our Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Thursday, February 26, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>40929ab7-c6b7-403d-8a36-43d72dc19096Thu, 26 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -040004:02falsefull2026882026February 25, 2026February 25, 2026When was the last time you were surprised by an act of love, generosity, or kindness? What happened? How did you feel?

Take a few minutes and join us as Pat Lisetski leads our Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Wednesday, February 25, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>When was the last time you were surprised by an act of love, generosity, or kindness? What happened? How did you feel?

Take a few minutes and join us as Pat Lisetski leads our Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Wednesday, February 25, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>f92d3932-0e3c-4195-a981-ad0e8c8688b7Wed, 25 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -040003:51falsefull2026772026February 24, 2026February 24, 2026The Kingdom of God is described as a mustard seed—something small, but surprisingly powerful. How does this metaphor make you feel?

Errika and Gabbie Gonzalez leads us in our Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Tuesday, February 24, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>The Kingdom of God is described as a mustard seed—something small, but surprisingly powerful. How does this metaphor make you feel?

Errika and Gabbie Gonzalez leads us in our Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Tuesday, February 24, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>463dd1f6-3f82-4517-8193-ffcfe912289eTue, 24 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -040003:57falsefull2026662026February 23, 2026February 23, 2026Jesus tells stories about the Kingdom of God, and his stories almost always surprise us. What do you imagine the Kingdom of God to be like?

Aneri McGalla leads us in today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Monday, February 23, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>Jesus tells stories about the Kingdom of God, and his stories almost always surprise us. What do you imagine the Kingdom of God to be like?

Aneri McGalla leads us in today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for Monday, February 23, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>c2f4a59d-837f-4087-8fd2-eccad19865fcMon, 23 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -040004:43falsefull2026552026February 21, 2026February 21, 2026Considering joy: What brings you joy? What is joy?

Linda Boyle leads us in today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for February 21, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>Considering joy: What brings you joy? What is joy?

Linda Boyle leads us in today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service for February 21, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>870135ab-c621-48eb-ad75-1a2b0dd5eb3cSat, 21 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -040002:34falsefull2026442026February 20, 2026February 20, 2026What is God inviting you to experience, focus on, or let go of this Lenten season?

Megan Sciarrino leads us in today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service or February 20, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>What is God inviting you to experience, focus on, or let go of this Lenten season?

Megan Sciarrino leads us in today's Lenten Daily Prayer Service or February 20, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>ded86d10-672c-4425-b29d-cdd71379f618Fri, 20 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -040006:59falsefull2026332026February 19, 2026February 19, 2026How might invitation be a spiritual practice?

Kim Ceccatti leads us in our 2nd Daily Prayer Service of 2026 for February 19, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>How might invitation be a spiritual practice?

Kim Ceccatti leads us in our 2nd Daily Prayer Service of 2026 for February 19, 2026. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>13d9b08f-aa40-4526-8f83-2897ccbda366Thu, 19 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -040006:28falsefull2026222026February 18, 2026 - Ash WednesdayFebruary 18, 2026 - Ash WednesdayHow does it feel to be personally invited to an event or a gathering?

Join us as Pastor Taylor Hall kicks off our 2026 Lenten Daily Prayer Services. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>How does it feel to be personally invited to an event or a gathering?

Join us as Pastor Taylor Hall kicks off our 2026 Lenten Daily Prayer Services. This year's theme is "Tell me Something Good" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

Music Credit: Simple Gifts, performed by Cooper Cannell

]]>43f4ad88-3bac-4e3a-ae51-ffd1b82f759fWed, 18 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -040006:11falsefull2026112026April 19, 2025April 19, 2025What truths do you accept about the world? Do any of them need to be challenged?

Join us as Pastor Taylor Hall wraps up the 2025 Lenten Daily Prayer Services. This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>What truths do you accept about the world? Do any of them need to be challenged?

Join us as Pastor Taylor Hall wraps up the 2025 Lenten Daily Prayer Services. This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>d70b6d29-c1ca-4ae3-b3b7-e18b3c15edffSat, 19 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -040007:58falsefull202540402025April 18, 2025April 18, 2025Where are you feeling resistance right now? Is the Spirit leading you to let go of that resistance, or persist?

Roger Yott shares insight into what exactly Spiritual Resistance might mean in our own lives. He also shares a very real story about how it may have contributed to him answering this question instead of another one.

Referenced Article: "Resistance in the Spiritual Life" - Marina Berzins McCoy

If you'd like to learn a little bit more about Ohm's Law: I highly recommend the following: OHM's Law in 3 minutes

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>Where are you feeling resistance right now? Is the Spirit leading you to let go of that resistance, or persist?

Roger Yott shares insight into what exactly Spiritual Resistance might mean in our own lives. He also shares a very real story about how it may have contributed to him answering this question instead of another one.

Referenced Article: "Resistance in the Spiritual Life" - Marina Berzins McCoy

If you'd like to learn a little bit more about Ohm's Law: I highly recommend the following: OHM's Law in 3 minutes

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>37ea9428-c3af-43dc-9e67-9567e1a18ba1Fri, 18 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -040009:12falsefull202539392025April 17, 2025April 17, 2025What were you taught about humility? Were you taught that it was thinking about yourself less, thinking of others more, or something in between?

Join Ed Noga as he reflects on the humility learned through life's changing seasons. He'll remind us of the importance of taking time to build up those around us who might otherwise be overlooked.

As we head into this Maundy Thursday evening, a night marked by Jesus's ultimate act of humble service, let's also reflect on his agony, knowing the sacrifice he was about to make to save us from our sins.

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>What were you taught about humility? Were you taught that it was thinking about yourself less, thinking of others more, or something in between?

Join Ed Noga as he reflects on the humility learned through life's changing seasons. He'll remind us of the importance of taking time to build up those around us who might otherwise be overlooked.

As we head into this Maundy Thursday evening, a night marked by Jesus's ultimate act of humble service, let's also reflect on his agony, knowing the sacrifice he was about to make to save us from our sins.

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>ff5aac16-4c49-4ea1-8c5d-0c32b67b39a7Thu, 17 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -040008:56falsefull202538382025April 16, 2025April 16, 2025What power do you hold and how are you using it?

Chris Bockstanz shares about how she, and other Stephen Ministers, use their power as listeners to help people through hardships with care and patience. She also shares how others can get involved to use their own power.

Referenced Scriptures:


This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>What power do you hold and how are you using it?

Chris Bockstanz shares about how she, and other Stephen Ministers, use their power as listeners to help people through hardships with care and patience. She also shares how others can get involved to use their own power.

Referenced Scriptures:


This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>edf5d18a-e17b-4933-bd4a-58dcfe7c948fWed, 16 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -040005:03falsefull202537372025April 15, 2025April 15, 2025How do you set aside “quiet time” in your life, away from distractions?

Kathleen Dent reminds us of the importance of "true silence" and making time in our own way.

Referenced Poem: "In The Country" (Vacation Musings) - Eugene Field

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>How do you set aside “quiet time” in your life, away from distractions?

Kathleen Dent reminds us of the importance of "true silence" and making time in our own way.

Referenced Poem: "In The Country" (Vacation Musings) - Eugene Field

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>39f12d05-941b-4198-a851-ac48ecd954ddTue, 15 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -040005:44falsefull202536362025April 14, 2025April 14, 2025In a loud world, whose voices get drowned out? Whose voice do you want to lift up or amplify?

Join Pam Weiss as she talks about amplifying the voices of those who are typically forgotten and relegated to the sidelines.

Referenced Song: "The Sound of Silence" - Simon & Garfunkel (© 1964)

Referenced Reading: A Brief Statement of Faith- Presbyterian Church (U.S.A) [§11.4] - The Book of Confessions

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>In a loud world, whose voices get drowned out? Whose voice do you want to lift up or amplify?

Join Pam Weiss as she talks about amplifying the voices of those who are typically forgotten and relegated to the sidelines.

Referenced Song: "The Sound of Silence" - Simon & Garfunkel (© 1964)

Referenced Reading: A Brief Statement of Faith- Presbyterian Church (U.S.A) [§11.4] - The Book of Confessions

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>79c82c3a-cd67-4b1a-bb7a-c9cd51b698b7Mon, 14 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -040005:27falsefull202535352025April 12, 2025April 12, 2025Have you ever received mercy and felt undeserving?

Join Jenny Lucas as we are reminded of just how amazing God's mercy is.

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>Have you ever received mercy and felt undeserving?

Join Jenny Lucas as we are reminded of just how amazing God's mercy is.

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>4c531c0e-898c-408f-848d-1bab2b7908e2Sat, 12 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -040007:38falsefull202534342025April 11, 2025April 11, 2025What does it look like to show mercy and still hold people accountable?

Addressing today's questions, Dennis Giangiulio outlines what the Bible says about both mercy and accountability. Additionally, he shares some touching examples involving people he knows and loves, illustrating how they showed mercy while still keeping loved ones accountable.

Referenced series: "The Key to a Blessed Life" - Rick Warren

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>What does it look like to show mercy and still hold people accountable?

Addressing today's questions, Dennis Giangiulio outlines what the Bible says about both mercy and accountability. Additionally, he shares some touching examples involving people he knows and loves, illustrating how they showed mercy while still keeping loved ones accountable.

Referenced series: "The Key to a Blessed Life" - Rick Warren

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>cb193146-fe21-48e3-bd94-b2c2d9f4452cFri, 11 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -040009:37falsefull202533332025April 10, 2025April 10, 2025Can we find balance between righteousness and mercy? Do we need to?

Join Diane Edelman as she explores how we can find our own balance between mercy and righteousness, and avoid being self-righteous.

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>Can we find balance between righteousness and mercy? Do we need to?

Join Diane Edelman as she explores how we can find our own balance between mercy and righteousness, and avoid being self-righteous.

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>bc991e88-6a81-4296-8a4c-11186206234eThu, 10 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -040008:40falsefull202532322025April 9, 2025April 9, 2025When have you felt righteous anger? What do you do with that anger?

Witnessing racial injustice early in his training left a lasting mark on FPCA Member Gary Stone. In this episode, he shares his story and, guided by John Lewis' "Across That Bridge," provides actionable tips on how we can respond to injustices we see effectively.

Referenced Book: "Across That Bridge" - John Lewis

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>When have you felt righteous anger? What do you do with that anger?

Witnessing racial injustice early in his training left a lasting mark on FPCA Member Gary Stone. In this episode, he shares his story and, guided by John Lewis' "Across That Bridge," provides actionable tips on how we can respond to injustices we see effectively.

Referenced Book: "Across That Bridge" - John Lewis

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>3407b377-181e-42f5-82dc-cbac4dca83afWed, 09 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -040011:32falsefull202531312025April 8, 2025April 8, 2025Have you ever witnessed someone receiving mercy that you feel didn’t deserve it?

Do we judge some sins more harshly than others? Lifelong member Anne Ferrera explores this common struggle and delves into the nature of mercy.

Bible References: Luke 19:1-10

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>Have you ever witnessed someone receiving mercy that you feel didn’t deserve it?

Do we judge some sins more harshly than others? Lifelong member Anne Ferrera explores this common struggle and delves into the nature of mercy.

Bible References: Luke 19:1-10

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>f5fdc2f6-eb26-4227-8b74-66a4ba49c1a2Tue, 08 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -040006:16falsefull202530302025April 7, 2025April 7, 2025Have you ever struggled with righteous indignation? What kinds of things trigger that feeling for you?

Join our lead pastor, the Rev. Stephanie Anthony as she dives in to the topic of righteous indignation, and how easily we can slip in to a pattern of "self-righteous indignation".

Referenced Poem: "Righteous Wrath" - Henry Van Dyke

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>Have you ever struggled with righteous indignation? What kinds of things trigger that feeling for you?

Join our lead pastor, the Rev. Stephanie Anthony as she dives in to the topic of righteous indignation, and how easily we can slip in to a pattern of "self-righteous indignation".

Referenced Poem: "Righteous Wrath" - Henry Van Dyke

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>fcc8bc82-4704-4b40-bbea-98761bb5e406Mon, 07 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -040006:03falsefull202529292025April 5, 2025April 5, 2025Who in your life might be feeling lost? How can you be a guiding presence for them?

Nancy Hoffman shares a heartfelt story about reaching out to those who are feeling lost in the LGBTQIA+ Community. By working with two organizations, she has shared both God's love and a mother's love with those who are feeling lost themselves.

If you'd like to help with those in the LGBTQIA+ Community who are in need of support, Nancy recommends the following:


This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>Who in your life might be feeling lost? How can you be a guiding presence for them?

Nancy Hoffman shares a heartfelt story about reaching out to those who are feeling lost in the LGBTQIA+ Community. By working with two organizations, she has shared both God's love and a mother's love with those who are feeling lost themselves.

If you'd like to help with those in the LGBTQIA+ Community who are in need of support, Nancy recommends the following:


This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>8feae6c4-e683-4e78-96e0-5d62c3ecb88cSat, 05 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -040006:05falsefull202528282025April 4, 2025April 4, 2025In this season, are you feeling lost, or found, or a bit of both?

Join Afaf Khoury as she offers a comforting reminder: even when we feel we're falling short, we can trust that Jesus is there to guide us.

Bible Reference: Luke 15: 1-7

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>In this season, are you feeling lost, or found, or a bit of both?

Join Afaf Khoury as she offers a comforting reminder: even when we feel we're falling short, we can trust that Jesus is there to guide us.

Bible Reference: Luke 15: 1-7

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>ef764a41-4718-4a11-a7fc-411773c17178Fri, 04 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -040005:44falsefull202527272025April 3, 2025April 3, 2025Have you ever wandered away from safety and security? What did you find?

Join Linda Boyle as she shares insight in to what the Lord reminds us about when we feel lost or like we've wandered away.

Bible References: Psalm 23

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>Have you ever wandered away from safety and security? What did you find?

Join Linda Boyle as she shares insight in to what the Lord reminds us about when we feel lost or like we've wandered away.

Bible References: Psalm 23

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>0deddad1-3077-4fdc-8c37-5b3df90e7bbbThu, 03 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -040002:21falsefull202526262025April 2, 2025April 2, 2025Who has been a guiding presence for you in times when you felt lost?

Treasure Walker shares a heartfelt story of who it was that was that guiding presence in her life when she needed to be reminded of God's love.

Bible References: Proverbs 22:6

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>Who has been a guiding presence for you in times when you felt lost?

Treasure Walker shares a heartfelt story of who it was that was that guiding presence in her life when she needed to be reminded of God's love.

Bible References: Proverbs 22:6

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>b2fffdd5-b3d9-414c-a110-bae7f672800eWed, 02 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -040005:41falsefull202525252025April 1, 2025April 1, 2025Have you ever rejoiced in finding something or someone you lost?

Join Dave Bockstanz as he explores what exactly it means to be found, and the joy that we experience when we receive Jesus's amazing grace.

Bible References:


This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>Have you ever rejoiced in finding something or someone you lost?

Join Dave Bockstanz as he explores what exactly it means to be found, and the joy that we experience when we receive Jesus's amazing grace.

Bible References:


This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>05c783b4-2b67-46ab-8254-4965b41a0d97Tue, 01 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -040005:29falsefull202524242025March 31, 2025March 31, 2025Have you ever been found? How did it feel?

Josh Luey reminds us of the difference of not knowing where you are, and being lost. He shares some thoughts on times in his life that God helped him be found.

Josh's recommended playlist: Country by the Grace of God (Spotify)

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>Have you ever been found? How did it feel?

Josh Luey reminds us of the difference of not knowing where you are, and being lost. He shares some thoughts on times in his life that God helped him be found.

Josh's recommended playlist: Country by the Grace of God (Spotify)

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>1ca3e922-35db-4895-9ddd-fcaba54c98a0Mon, 31 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -040002:25falsefull202523232025March 29, 2025March 29, 2025What are your growing edges? How do you address them?

Bill White discusses his growing edges, and how he... like many of us... have numerous things to address, but reminds us that the one to focus on is growing in our faith.

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org



]]>What are your growing edges? How do you address them?

Bill White discusses his growing edges, and how he... like many of us... have numerous things to address, but reminds us that the one to focus on is growing in our faith.

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org



]]>1b6dfbe0-cbd3-4259-92a1-8f7e9a2cf5ceSat, 29 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -040004:17falsefull202522222025March 28, 2025March 28, 2025When was the last time you experienced growing pains? What was the outcome?

Join church elder and longtime member Kevin Heier as he shares his journey through the "empty-nester" phase, and reminds us that trusting in God will reveal our calling in these seasons of "growing pains".

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>When was the last time you experienced growing pains? What was the outcome?

Join church elder and longtime member Kevin Heier as he shares his journey through the "empty-nester" phase, and reminds us that trusting in God will reveal our calling in these seasons of "growing pains".

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>63d20818-3027-48ef-8dcd-18d1f24f75bbFri, 28 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -040003:27falsefull202521212025March 27, 2025March 27, 2025Do you believe rest is productive? Why?

Join Joel Hurley as he explores the practical importance of rest. Learn how scripture and life teach us to prioritize stillness and find true peace.

Bible reference:


This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>Do you believe rest is productive? Why?

Join Joel Hurley as he explores the practical importance of rest. Learn how scripture and life teach us to prioritize stillness and find true peace.

Bible reference:


This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>40b6d1c2-c4b3-44a8-8dc2-7cdeb664ab6cThu, 27 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -040006:02falsefull202520202025March 26, 2025March 26, 2025What things do you need to feel nourished and ready for growth?

Lifelong member Pat Lisetski recalls the Affirmation of Faith read during the March 23rd 11am worship service at FPC Allentown, and shares with us what nourishes her souls and prepares her for spiritual growth.

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>What things do you need to feel nourished and ready for growth?

Lifelong member Pat Lisetski recalls the Affirmation of Faith read during the March 23rd 11am worship service at FPC Allentown, and shares with us what nourishes her souls and prepares her for spiritual growth.

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>21a19900-ebaa-4ffc-adcb-ee8fd4b95f3fWed, 26 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -040003:31falsefull202519192025March 25, 2025March 25, 2025What makes you feel most grounded?

Join us as Erica Simmons, a lifelong member, Youth Advisory Team leader, and church Elder, shares her personal journey and practical techniques for staying grounded in today's distracting world. You'll also have the opportunity to participate in a guided exercise focused on mindfulness and reflection, designed to help you find your own sense of peace.

Bible reference: Matthew 6:34

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>What makes you feel most grounded?

Join us as Erica Simmons, a lifelong member, Youth Advisory Team leader, and church Elder, shares her personal journey and practical techniques for staying grounded in today's distracting world. You'll also have the opportunity to participate in a guided exercise focused on mindfulness and reflection, designed to help you find your own sense of peace.

Bible reference: Matthew 6:34

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>c29a3b43-113a-4be2-b403-a5f4c7fcbbc9Tue, 25 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -040006:24falsefull202518182025March 24, 2025March 24, 2025What practices help you find rest?

Caroline Grum, one of our Youth Deacons, member of the Youth Advisory Team, and member of the Worship Productions Team, reminds us that we can find comfort, rest, and safety in Jesus & Scripture.

Bible Reference: Matthew 11: 28-30

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>What practices help you find rest?

Caroline Grum, one of our Youth Deacons, member of the Youth Advisory Team, and member of the Worship Productions Team, reminds us that we can find comfort, rest, and safety in Jesus & Scripture.

Bible Reference: Matthew 11: 28-30

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>9246ac99-f9b1-49f9-89d5-8dd238570a90Mon, 24 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -040001:04falsefull202517172025March 22, 2025March 22, 2025What are you hungry to learn about lately? Where would you like to grow and go deeper?

Elder Bruce Gunn recently shared insights from the Tuesday Men's Group at FPCA. They had been studying "Discipleship Essentials", focusing on the chapter "How can a disciple pray effectively?" Bruce discussed the four types of prayer, which can be remembered using the acronym ACTS.


This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>What are you hungry to learn about lately? Where would you like to grow and go deeper?

Elder Bruce Gunn recently shared insights from the Tuesday Men's Group at FPCA. They had been studying "Discipleship Essentials", focusing on the chapter "How can a disciple pray effectively?" Bruce discussed the four types of prayer, which can be remembered using the acronym ACTS.


This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>b16ba7d6-2932-44a8-8e28-fd6b242c3316Sat, 22 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -040005:24falsefull202516162025March 21, 2025March 21, 2025When or where have you had a close, intimate connection with God?

Kim Ceccatti talks about both the WHEN and WHERE she feels that close, intimate connection with God, and offers up a prayer that helps with those times when we are struggling to do so.

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>When or where have you had a close, intimate connection with God?

Kim Ceccatti talks about both the WHEN and WHERE she feels that close, intimate connection with God, and offers up a prayer that helps with those times when we are struggling to do so.

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>21cd2679-43ae-48b6-a934-d64c2b8916deFri, 21 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -040005:40falsefull202515152025March 20, 2025March 20, 2025What is in your comfort zone and what are your growing edges: thinking about faith, feeling your faith, or acting on faith?

Carol Miller shares how her faith helped her when unexpected events in her life pushed her well outside of her comfort zone, and how her faith is even stronger today because of those things.

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>What is in your comfort zone and what are your growing edges: thinking about faith, feeling your faith, or acting on faith?

Carol Miller shares how her faith helped her when unexpected events in her life pushed her well outside of her comfort zone, and how her faith is even stronger today because of those things.

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>f85a2103-052d-437e-8ba1-6a688ce19e17Thu, 20 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -040007:03falsefull202514142025March 19, 2025March 19, 2025What would it look like for you to lean more into faith, or more into works?

Megan Sciarrino leads us in today's Lenten Daily Prayer service about leaning in to both faith & works. She reminds us that by leaning in to our faith we are called in to works, and it shows that we trust in God's love to lead us in the right direction.

Bible references: James 2:14-17

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>What would it look like for you to lean more into faith, or more into works?

Megan Sciarrino leads us in today's Lenten Daily Prayer service about leaning in to both faith & works. She reminds us that by leaning in to our faith we are called in to works, and it shows that we trust in God's love to lead us in the right direction.

Bible references: James 2:14-17

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>0140f9e4-c82d-446a-ada1-bd96adae1aeaWed, 19 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -040008:32falsefull202513132025March 18, 2025March 18, 2025Have you ever received the message that you must work to earn your self-worth? What does your faith say to that?

Aneri McGalla, one of our new Elders, continues our Lenten Journey, focusing on "self-worth". She shares her own journey and reminds us that self-worth isn't found in accolades and success, but through our relationship with God.

Bible references:


This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>Have you ever received the message that you must work to earn your self-worth? What does your faith say to that?

Aneri McGalla, one of our new Elders, continues our Lenten Journey, focusing on "self-worth". She shares her own journey and reminds us that self-worth isn't found in accolades and success, but through our relationship with God.

Bible references:


This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>993a41fa-0914-48e1-a8eb-36a22ec1a238Tue, 18 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -040008:37falsefull202512122025March 17, 2025March 17, 2025Do you see yourself in Mary or Martha, both or neither? How so?

As we head into the second week of Lent, and the topic of "Faith & Works", we reflect on the story of Mary & Martha from Luke 10:38-42. Sean Metzgar, FPCA's Worship Tech Director, shares how he sees himself in Martha more than Mary and encourages us to find balance between the "being" and the "doing".

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>Do you see yourself in Mary or Martha, both or neither? How so?

As we head into the second week of Lent, and the topic of "Faith & Works", we reflect on the story of Mary & Martha from Luke 10:38-42. Sean Metzgar, FPCA's Worship Tech Director, shares how he sees himself in Martha more than Mary and encourages us to find balance between the "being" and the "doing".

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>fbc4d4a4-18ec-4dad-90da-3075f69dca00Mon, 17 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -040004:34falsefull202511112025March 15, 2025March 15, 2025What barriers keep you from seeing all people as neighbors? What can bring those barriers down?

Wrapping up the first week of Lent, as we explore 'Stranger & Neighbor' through the lens of the Good Samaritan, John Rowley shares powerful insights on breaking down barriers, pushing past comfort zones, and tackling those prejudices and privileges we all carry. Join us for an honest and inviting conversation.

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>What barriers keep you from seeing all people as neighbors? What can bring those barriers down?

Wrapping up the first week of Lent, as we explore 'Stranger & Neighbor' through the lens of the Good Samaritan, John Rowley shares powerful insights on breaking down barriers, pushing past comfort zones, and tackling those prejudices and privileges we all carry. Join us for an honest and inviting conversation.

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>54d0a1cf-48d6-445d-bfc2-96ef6b319d87Sat, 15 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -040006:21falsefull202510102025March 14, 2025March 14, 2025Who do you find hardest to love? How might you compassionately hold space for them?

Marijo Taylor, continues our Lenten Journey. She shares how she reframes situations that typically make it hard to love people when they're "throwing their bag of stinky stuff at you".

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>Who do you find hardest to love? How might you compassionately hold space for them?

Marijo Taylor, continues our Lenten Journey. She shares how she reframes situations that typically make it hard to love people when they're "throwing their bag of stinky stuff at you".

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>0c671413-9bf9-40a9-974d-a9e0ff252216Fri, 14 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -040006:43falsefull2025992025March 13, 2025March 13, 2025When you think of the word “compassion,” what comes to mind?

Rev. Kathryn Foster, our Minister for Pastoral Care, continues our Lenten Journey, focusing on "compassion". She gives insight on we can practice compassion in our day-to-day lives.

Bible references: Matthew 14:14

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>When you think of the word “compassion,” what comes to mind?

Rev. Kathryn Foster, our Minister for Pastoral Care, continues our Lenten Journey, focusing on "compassion". She gives insight on we can practice compassion in our day-to-day lives.

Bible references: Matthew 14:14

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>d3e00990-ed39-4057-b607-5f04a5fbf1f9Thu, 13 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -040006:13falsefull2025882025March 12, 2025March 12, 2025Have you ever received profound hospitality? How did it impact you?

Betsy Metzgar, continues our Lenten Journey. Betsy shares several stories oh when she has received an outpouring of love in the form of hospitality, and prompts us to look deeper asking "Where do we NOT see hospitality, or where do we see hospitality being refused?"

Bible references: "The Good Samaritan" - Spark Story Bible

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>Have you ever received profound hospitality? How did it impact you?

Betsy Metzgar, continues our Lenten Journey. Betsy shares several stories oh when she has received an outpouring of love in the form of hospitality, and prompts us to look deeper asking "Where do we NOT see hospitality, or where do we see hospitality being refused?"

Bible references: "The Good Samaritan" - Spark Story Bible

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>fc28ce8a-384d-4084-9634-774c5d7a787cWed, 12 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -040005:38falsefull2025772025March 11, 2025March 11, 2025What are the attributes of a good neighbor? Are you a good neighbor?

Katherine Grum, one of our Elders and a member of our Youth Advisory Team here at FPCA, continues our Lenten Journey. She shares about how being a good neighbor has impacted her life.

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>What are the attributes of a good neighbor? Are you a good neighbor?

Katherine Grum, one of our Elders and a member of our Youth Advisory Team here at FPCA, continues our Lenten Journey. She shares about how being a good neighbor has impacted her life.

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>41bfa9b6-144b-46d3-be7c-0718956f303eTue, 11 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -040007:08falsefull2025662025March 10, 2025March 10, 2025How do you feel when a stranger approaches you? How might you learn from and transform those feelings?

One of our Deacons and Stephen Ministers, Karen Richards, continues our Lenten Journey. She explores how we are called to interact when approached by a stranger.

Bible references: Leviticus 19: 33-34, Matthew 25:40, & Hebrews 13:2

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>How do you feel when a stranger approaches you? How might you learn from and transform those feelings?

One of our Deacons and Stephen Ministers, Karen Richards, continues our Lenten Journey. She explores how we are called to interact when approached by a stranger.

Bible references: Leviticus 19: 33-34, Matthew 25:40, & Hebrews 13:2

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>ac7518a1-c31f-477c-a22e-e22bb2373a0eMon, 10 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -040005:23falsefull2025552025March 8, 2025March 8, 2025Who in your life lives with intention? How does it impact their days? What do you admire about them?

One of FPCA's Deacons, Andy Baranek, shares a story about some of the people he knows that live with intention as we continue our Lenten journey.

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>Who in your life lives with intention? How does it impact their days? What do you admire about them?

One of FPCA's Deacons, Andy Baranek, shares a story about some of the people he knows that live with intention as we continue our Lenten journey.

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>d47fa3c6-cff7-4232-8e29-3e99e1aff05aSat, 08 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -040005:48falsefull2025442025March 7, 2025March 7, 2025Create a mantra for yourself this Lenten season. Between now and Easter, what words would you like to repeat?

Join us as Rick Ensley continues our 2025 Lenten Daily Prayer Services. He gives insight as to what a mantra should be, and shares his mantra with all of us. "Be still, and know that I am God." (from Psalm 46). What is your mantra?

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>Create a mantra for yourself this Lenten season. Between now and Easter, what words would you like to repeat?

Join us as Rick Ensley continues our 2025 Lenten Daily Prayer Services. He gives insight as to what a mantra should be, and shares his mantra with all of us. "Be still, and know that I am God." (from Psalm 46). What is your mantra?

This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>f2cf3914-4998-4b76-8e2e-eb1d5895b35eFri, 07 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -040003:29falsefull2025332025March 6, 2025March 6, 2025What keeps you from taking action? What inspires you to act?

Join us as Errika Gonzalez, our Director of Children & Families, continues our 2025 Lenten Daily Prayer Services. This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>What keeps you from taking action? What inspires you to act?

Join us as Errika Gonzalez, our Director of Children & Families, continues our 2025 Lenten Daily Prayer Services. This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>a780ba50-d49c-4ba7-b5ce-be5489f78c46Thu, 06 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -040001:46falsefull2025222025Ash Wednesday - March 5, 2025Ash Wednesday - March 5, 2025This Lenten season, what are your intentions? Do you have any hopes for these six weeks?

Join us as Pastor Taylor Hall kicks off the 2025 Lenten Daily Prayer Services. This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

As part of today's reflection, Taylor shares a poem by the Rev. Asher O’Callahan, an ELCA Pastor and transgender man.

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>This Lenten season, what are your intentions? Do you have any hopes for these six weeks?

Join us as Pastor Taylor Hall kicks off the 2025 Lenten Daily Prayer Services. This year's theme is "Everything [in] Between" inspired by "A Sanctified Art".

As part of today's reflection, Taylor shares a poem by the Rev. Asher O’Callahan, an ELCA Pastor and transgender man.

Join us Sunday morning's in person or online, visit fpcallentown.org/sunday-worship for more details. For a text transcript of the sermon, please check it on the FPCA Blog: blog.fpcallentown.org

]]>f9c64014-e1d9-4c62-8766-11be8e160f19Wed, 05 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -040008:17falsefull2025112025