May 23, 2021
Young Families Trash Pick Up
Families with children ages 1-18 are invited to help care for the environment by picking up trash on the church campus and neighboring sidewalks. Email billy@govanspres.org for more information.
May 22, 2021
Conversation Corps Gathering
Govans’ Conversation Corps connects church and community members through monthly one-on-one conversations. At our quarterly gatherings, we share what we’ve noticed and learned from recent conversations. Email billy@govanspres.org to learn how you can become a conversation convener.
May 21, 2021
May Youth Group
Youth grades 3 – 12 are invited to an outdoor youth group at the church from 6:15 pm to 7:30 pm. Email billy@govanspres.org for more information. Face masks are required.
May 15, 2021
Racial Justice Ministry Speaker Series: Charita Cole Brown
Charita Cole Brown was diagnosed with bipolar disorder when she was in college. She wrote her recent book, “Defying the Verdict: My Bipolar Life,” to help people understand the disorder and to challenge the stereotypes that surround mental illness generally, especially in communities of color. Brown had a career in elementary education, and now is a mental wellness advocate for numerous organizations. Brown’s mission is to help cure mental healthcare stigma by sharing her story.
May 10, 2021
Music Mondays: Marc Borms
Marc Borms is a Belgian pianist and guitarist whose musical life has been inspired by African-American traditional music. He has recently released the critically acclaimed and deeply personal album of original songs named Scars.
May 3, 2021
Music Mondays: Community Sing with Shelly Ensor & Paul Hulleberg
Shelley Ensor is a renowned singer, instructor and choir director who has inspired audiences and students across the globe. Paul Hulleberg is a multi-instrumentalist, playing guitar, mandolin, banjo and ukulele. He also loves singing songs from a variety of styles and sources and making and sharing music with others. Paul will be teaching an Intro to Ukulele Class during Music Mondays this coming Fall 2021. Stay tuned. Contact Lea Gilmore (lea@govanspres.org) for the Zoom link.
May 2, 2021
Youth Sunday
Govans youth grades 3-12 will lead worship online on Sunday, May 2, 2021. Youth Servant Leaders will give short reflections, but other youth are invited to share readings, music, artwork, and more during the service. Please let Pastor Billy (billy@govanspres.org) know if you would like to participate.
Apr 30, 2021
April Youth Group (in-person)
Youth grades 3 – 12 are invited to an outdoor youth group on Zoom from 6:00 to 7:30 pm. We will be making art for youth Sunday and learning more about upcoming Earth Care initiatives. Email billy@govanspres.org for more information.
Apr 26, 2021
Music Mondays: Anne Harris
Anne Harris is an American singer, songwriter, violinist, recording artist and actress based in Chicago, Illinois. Her music has been described by various writers as incorporating a variety of influences, including traditional Celtic music, American folk-rock, Afrobeat, soul, and chamber music. For lack of a specific genre label, her work has been dubbed “conscious music” which refers to music and lyrics that have some basis in a spiritual, humanist philosophy. Email Lea Gilmore (lea@govanspres.org) for the Zoom link.
Apr 25, 2021
Youth Servant Leader Council
Youth Servant Leaders (grades 8 through 12) commit to a year of learning and service in the congregation and community. After one year of participation, they are eligible to join the church as members.
Apr 25, 2021
Combined Online Worship with Knox Presbyterian
Combined Online Worship Service with Knox Presbyterian Church on Sunday, April 25th at 10:30 am. Download the Lyric Sheet for this service.
Apr 19, 2021
Music Mondays: Eve Blackwater – In Concert
Eve’s music tells of the demons in life’s dark corners and the search for beauty within their stories. Mississippi Delta Blues meld with the 1960’s folk revival and a Brothers Grimm sentiment, creating a steamy, Southern sound with charming twists of humor.