Jun 10, 2024
Juneteenth Jubilee
Juneteenth Jubilee returns! – June 10 at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary For the second year in a row, Govans Presbyterian’s music program and Racial Justice Ministry, in partnership with Knox Presbyterian Church, is thrilled to be presenting a FREE concert – “Juneteenth Jubilee.” This event is being organized by Jonathan Jensen ( bassist for the award winning Baltimore Symphony Orchestra) and Lea Gilmore, Music Director and Minister for Racial Justice and Multicultural Engagement. This multi-genre concert (classical, jazz, blues, gospel,…
Jun 9, 2024
Annual Church Potluck Picnic
Annual Church Picnic is June 9 Join us June 9 after the combined service for our annual Potluck Church Picnic under the trees in the front yard. Bring a dish to share and enjoy spending time with the church family. The combined service will include the ordination and installation of our new Session members! You don’t want to miss it.
Jun 2, 2024
Children’s Sunday School
Join Missy Smith and youth of all ages every Sunday at 9:45 a.m. in the Youth Room. We make art, tell stories, and think about scripture and faith in our daily lives. We hope you’ll join us! Email Missy (missy@govanspres.org) for more information.
May 23, 2024
Let Freedom Sing: A Live Concert with Keith Snipes & Company
Join us as we welcome back Keith Snipes and Company for a fantastic free concert! Keith Snipes created Keith Snipes & Company to embody the values his mother instilled in him: to say something positive through music; something that affirms our commonalities. The concert will feature the amazing talents of acclaimed musicians Janelle Gill, Eric Kennedy, Brent Birckhead, and Obasi Akoto. You don’t want to miss it!
May 19, 2024
The Woodbrook Players Present: Into the Woods
Saturdays, May 4 & 11 at 7:00 PMSundays, May 5, 12, 19 at 2 PMFriday, May 17 at 7:00 PM The Brothers Grimm hit the stage with an epic fairytale about wishes, family and the choices we make. One of Stephen Sondheim’s most popular works, this timeless yet relevant piece tells the story of a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would…
May 17, 2024
The Woodbrook Players Present: Into the Woods
Saturdays, May 4 & 11 at 7:00 PMSundays, May 5, 12, 19 at 2 PMFriday, May 17 at 7:00 PM The Brothers Grimm hit the stage with an epic fairytale about wishes, family and the choices we make. One of Stephen Sondheim’s most popular works, this timeless yet relevant piece tells the story of a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would…
May 11, 2024
The Woodbrook Players Present: Into the Woods
Saturdays, May 4 & 11 at 7:00 PMSundays, May 5, 12, 19 at 2 PMFriday, May 17 at 7:00 PM The Brothers Grimm hit the stage with an epic fairytale about wishes, family and the choices we make. One of Stephen Sondheim’s most popular works, this timeless yet relevant piece tells the story of a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would…
Apr 28, 2024
Knox/Govans Partnership Sunday
Join us for special joint service of worship with our sister church, Knox Presbyterian. This service will be at Knox (1300 N. Eden St., Baltimore, MD 21213). Note: There will be no service at Govans that Sunday. The service will start at 11:00 a.m. and last about 90 minutes.
Apr 25, 2024
Earth Care Committee presents…Common Ground: Cultivating Connection Between Faith, Food and Climate
Govans Earth Care Committee will be participating in Faith Climate Action Week, an annual initiative spearheaded by Interfaith Power & Light. It spans ten enlightening days around Earth Day, from April 19 to April 28, 2024. Govans will be hosting a screening of “Common Ground: Cultivating connections between Faith, Food and Climate”. This film explores how our food systems contribute to injustice and climate change while also delving into practical solutions that align with our faiths. By joining us, you…
Apr 13, 2024
Racial Justice Ministry BMA Trip
Join members of the Racial Justice Ministry on Saturday, April 13 at 10:00 a.m. for a special visit to see Eyewinkers, Tumbleturds, and Candlebugs: The Art of Elizabeth Talford Scott at the Baltimore Museum of Art, an exhibit of quilts by the noted Baltimore artist. We will be joined by the exhibit’s curator, George Ciscle. If you’d like to carpool or need any additional information, please contact Lea Gilmore (lea@govanspres.org).
Apr 8, 2024
Music Mondays with Marie Herrington and Timothy Krippner
Join us for this concert of art song and solo piano repertoire of African-American women composers like Dorothy Rudd Moore, Undine Smith Moore, Florence Price, and more great composers. This concert will be in-person only in the sanctuary. Email Lea Gilmore (lea@govanspres.org) for more information.
Mar 31, 2024
Easter at Govans: Featuring and Easter Egg Hunt and Petting Zoo!
10:30 am Worship Service (In-person only & online) Join us for Easter Sunday, March 31st! Experience the joy of the resurrection as we come together to sing Easter hymns, reflect on scripture, and offer prayers of gratitude. This year, our celebration will be enriched by the uplifting melodies of early music performed on baroque violins, viola, cello, and the triumphant Easter trumpet, alongside our talented band, choir, and hand bell choir. Easter Egg Hunt and Petting Zoo following the service…