Church Calendar of Events
- May 1, 2025
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May 1, 20257:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Loeffler Chapel)
Weekly rehearsal to prepare for music for offering in worship Sunday mornings. New singers always welcome!
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May 1, 20258:00 pm - 9:30 pm
AA (McCahan Hall)
Swarthmore Presbyterian Church welcomes AA participants to weekly meetings in McCahan Hall. Entrance is via a door on the west end of the parking lot (across from the ABC House) under a covered walkway there.
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- May 2, 2025
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May 2, 20255:30 pm - May 3, 20258:00 am
Spring Lock-In
An evening of food, movies, and an adventure off site!
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- May 3, 2025
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May 2, 20255:30 pm - May 3, 20258:00 am
Spring Lock-In
An evening of food, movies, and an adventure off site!
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- May 4, 2025
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May 4, 20258:00 am - 9:00 am
Early Worship (Loeffler Chapel)
This 45-minute service allows worshippers to engage with scripture through guided discussion in lieu of a sermon. Communion is served on the 1st Sunday of each month.
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May 4, 20259:00 am - 10:00 am
Newcomers Gathering (Loeffler Chapel)
To all who are seeking a church home and wondering if SPC may be a good fit: this invitation is for you! Churches are living breathing humans with all their many gifts and foibles. What we do in ministry is the product of these things; every new member adds dimension to our life and work together. Our Membership Committee is pleased to host monthly conversations facilitated by one of our pastors on Sunday mornings where philosophical questions of faith and doctrine are welcomed along with practical questions about the workings of worship, offerings for Christian formation (both for children and adults), and outreach to neighbors, and caring support of one another. This will be followed by a brief tour of church spaces and will wrap up in good time for you to attend 10:15 am worship in the Sanctuary.
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May 4, 20259:00 am - 10:00 am
Adult Education (Study)
Topic is Life's Big Transitions
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May 4, 20259:30 am - 10:00 am
Choir rehearsal (Sanctuary)
Sunday morning preparation for worship.
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May 4, 202510:15 am - 11:15 am
Lord's Day Worship (Sanctuary and Livestream)
SPC's Lord’s Day services embody a classic reformed worship tradition. The Word is proclaimed through liturgy, song, and preaching. Scriptures are generally read by lay liturgists. Music leadership is anchored by our choir. Our pastors share leadership and preaching responsibilities from week to week. Communion is offered on the 1st Sunday of each month.
Services are livestreamed via YouTube beginning at 10:15 a.m. Sunday morning.
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May 4, 202511:15 am - 12:00 pm
Sunday Fellowship (Fellowship Hall)
Please join us for beverages and snacks every Sunday following the 10:15 worship service. Enjoy one another's company in Fellowship Hall and make a point of saying hello to someone you don't yet know!
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May 4, 20256:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Presbyterian Woman Reading Circle (Garden/Study if rain)
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- May 5, 2025
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May 5, 20257:00 pm - 8:30 pm
PW Bible Study (Study & Zoom)
PW (Presbyterian Women) volunteers lead monthly gatherings of Bible study, conversation, and fellowship on Monday evenings. This year’s study guide is Is for Alabaster: 52 Reflections on the Stories of Scripture by Anna Carter Florence Please order your own copy or visit your local bookseller. For details, or to register, please contact Marilyn Henkelman at marilyn.henkelman@gmail.com.
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- May 8, 2025
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May 8, 20257:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Loeffler Chapel)
Weekly rehearsal to prepare for music for offering in worship Sunday mornings. New singers always welcome!
Led by Minister of Music, Meghan Meloy Ness. -
May 8, 20258:00 pm - 9:30 pm
AA (McCahan Hall)
Swarthmore Presbyterian Church welcomes AA participants to weekly meetings in McCahan Hall. Entrance is via a door on the west end of the parking lot (across from the ABC House) under a covered walkway there.
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- May 10, 2025
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May 10, 20259:30 am - 12:00 pm
Confirmation (Study, Kitchen)
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May 10, 20252:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Memorial Service (Sanctuary)
A Service of Witness to the Resurrection and Thanksgiving for the life of Karol Bock. Guests are invited to a reception in Fellowship Hall following the service
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May 10, 20253:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Memorial Reception (Fellowship Hall)
Guests attending the memorial service for Karol Bock are invited to greet the family, share rememberances, and enjoy some refreshments at a reception in Fellowship Hall
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- May 11, 2025
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May 11, 20258:00 am - 9:00 am
Early Worship (Loeffler Chapel)
This 45-minute service allows worshippers to engage with scripture through guided discussion in lieu of a sermon. Communion is served on the 1st Sunday of each month.
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May 11, 20259:00 am - 10:00 am
Adult Education (Study)
Topic is Life's Big Transitions
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May 11, 20259:30 am - 10:00 am
Choir rehearsal (Sanctuary)
Sunday morning preparation for worship.
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May 11, 202510:15 am - 11:15 am
Lord's Day Worship (Sanctuary and Livestream)
SPC's Lord’s Day services embody a classic reformed worship tradition. The Word is proclaimed through liturgy, song, and preaching. Scriptures are generally read by lay liturgists. Music leadership is anchored by our choir. Our pastors share leadership and preaching responsibilities from week to week. Communion is offered on the 1st Sunday of each month.
Services are livestreamed via YouTube beginning at 10:15 a.m. Sunday morning.
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May 11, 202510:40 am - 11:20 am
Godly Play (Godly Play room)
Following "Time with Children" (which happens just before the Sermon) children age 3 through 5th grade are invited to attend Godly Play, a Montessori-based method that engages children through their innate meaning-making language: Play.
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May 11, 202511:15 am - 12:00 pm
Sunday Fellowship (Fellowship Hall)
Please join us for beverages and snacks every Sunday following the 10:15 worship service. Enjoy one another's company in Fellowship Hall and make a point of saying hello to someone you don't yet know!
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- May 12, 2025
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May 12, 20259:00 am - 7:00 pm
Red Cross Blood Drive (Fellowship Hall)
There is a continuing urgent need for donated blood. Through the American Red Cross we are invited to help local hospital patients by donating blood at the Swarthmore Community blood drive. Visit the Red Cross at http://www.redcrossblood.org to learn more and follow the prompts to donate right here in Fellowship Hall. Parking is available in the auxiliary parking lot across the street from the church.
Any challenges with signing up may be directed to Doug Harnsberger at dharnsberger@gmail.com or 804-399-0814. Thank you, Doug!
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- May 13, 2025
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May 13, 20256:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Outreach Committee (Study)
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May 13, 20257:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Session Committee meetings (various)
Most Session committees and our Board of Deacons meet monthly. Following a brief service of invocation in the Sanctuary at 7:30pm, committees gather in spaces throughout the building.
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- May 15, 2025
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May 15, 20257:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Loeffler Chapel (Sanctuary)
Weekly rehearsal to prepare for music for offering in worship Sunday mornings. New singers always welcome!
Led by Minister of Music, Meghan Meloy Ness. -
May 15, 20258:00 pm - 9:30 pm
AA (McCahan Hall)
Swarthmore Presbyterian Church welcomes AA participants to weekly meetings in McCahan Hall. Entrance is via a door on the west end of the parking lot (across from the ABC House) under a covered walkway there.
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- May 16, 2025
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May 16, 20257:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Friday Flix! (Study)
Do you love to watch movies and talk about them? Well, we have news for you. One Friday a month, a movie will be shown at SPC with a discussion group to follow. The admission is free and so is the popcorn! Our theme for the 2024-25 year of movies is “Family.” Join us at 7:00 pm in the Study. See you at the movies!
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- May 17, 2025
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May 17, 20258:30 am - 11:00 am
Fall Fair Dropoff (Parking Lot)
Contributions to our annual Fall Fair are at the heart of this community event! We will be welcoming donations for two foundational Fair offerings in the church parking lot all morning: Collectibles, and Jewelry & Accessories.
Please note that we are unable to accept Flea Market items, Children's Toys & Games, or Books at this time.
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- May 18, 2025
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May 18, 20258:00 am - 9:00 am
Early Worship (Loeffler Chapel)
This 45-minute service allows worshippers to engage with scripture through guided discussion in lieu of a sermon. Communion is served on the 1st Sunday of each month.
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May 18, 20259:00 am - 10:00 am
Adult Education (Study)
Adult Education continues in 2025 with various topics. More details forthcoming.
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May 18, 20259:30 am - 10:00 am
Choir rehearsal (Sanctuary)
Sunday morning preparation for worship.
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May 18, 202510:15 am - 11:15 am
Lord's Day Worship (Sanctuary and Livestream)
SPC's Lord’s Day services embody a classic reformed worship tradition. The Word is proclaimed through liturgy, song, and preaching. Scriptures are generally read by lay liturgists. Music leadership is anchored by our choir. Our pastors share leadership and preaching responsibilities from week to week. Communion is offered on the 1st Sunday of each month.
Services are livestreamed via YouTube beginning at 10:15 a.m. Sunday morning.
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May 18, 202510:40 am - 11:20 am
Godly Play (Godly Play room)
Following "Time with Children" (which happens just before the Sermon) children age 3 through 5th grade are invited to attend Godly Play, a Montessori-based method that engages children through their innate meaning-making language: Play.
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May 18, 202511:15 am - 12:00 pm
Sunday Fellowship (Fellowship Hall)
Please join us for beverages and snacks every Sunday following the 10:15 worship service. Enjoy one another's company in Fellowship Hall and make a point of saying hello to someone you don't yet know!
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May 18, 20254:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Parenting Discussion Group(Study)
SPC member Eric Berley is gathering a Parenting Discussion Group to explore the theme of boundaries. Parents from SPC are invited to join others from the wider community as we seek to explore our deeply held values and express them in how we raise our children.
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- May 22, 2025
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May 22, 20258:00 pm - 9:30 pm
AA (McCahan Hall)
Swarthmore Presbyterian Church welcomes AA participants to weekly meetings in McCahan Hall. Entrance is via a door on the west end of the parking lot (across from the ABC House) under a covered walkway there.
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- May 24, 2025
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May 24, 20253:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Memorial Service (Sanctuary)
A Service of Witness to the Resurrection and Thanksgiving for the life of Un Chol Shin. Guests are invited to a reception in Fellowship Hall following the service.
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May 24, 20254:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Memorial Reception (Fellowship Hall)
Guests attending the memorial service for Un Chol Shin are invited to greet the family, share rememberances, and enjoy some refreshments, and enjoy some refreshments at a reception in Fellowship Hall
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- May 25, 2025
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May 25, 20259:00 am - 10:00 am
Adult Education (Study)
Adult Education continues in 2025 with various topics. More details forthcoming.
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May 25, 202510:15 am - 11:15 am
Lord's Day Worship (Sanctuary and Livestream)
SPC's Lord’s Day services embody a classic reformed worship tradition. The Word is proclaimed through liturgy, song, and preaching. Scriptures are generally read by lay liturgists. Music leadership is anchored by our choir. Our pastors share leadership and preaching responsibilities from week to week. Communion is offered on the 1st Sunday of each month.
Services are livestreamed via YouTube beginning at 10:15 a.m. Sunday morning.
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May 25, 202510:40 am - 11:20 am
Godly Play (Godly Play room)
Following "Time with Children" (which happens just before the Sermon) children age 3 through 5th grade are invited to attend Godly Play, a Montessori-based method that engages children through their innate meaning-making language: Play.
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May 25, 202511:15 am - 12:00 pm
Sunday Fellowship (Fellowship Hall)
Please join us for beverages and snacks every Sunday following the 10:15 worship service. Enjoy one another's company in Fellowship Hall and make a point of saying hello to someone you don't yet know!
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- May 27, 2025
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May 27, 20259:00 am - 3:00 pm
Summer Church Camp (SPNDS spaces)
Caring for one another and Creation!
Associate Pastor David Norse Thomas will be joined by many teachers from SPNDS (Swarthmore Presbyterian Nursery Day School) to explore caring for one another and creation through creative play, music and movement, art, science, story time, Godly Play, kids’ yoga and mindfulness, games, and outdoor fun. Details and registration forthcoming.
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- May 28, 2025
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May 28, 20259:00 am - 3:00 pm
Summer Church Camp (SPNDS spaces)
Caring for one another and Creation!
Associate Pastor David Norse Thomas will be joined by many teachers from SPNDS (Swarthmore Presbyterian Nursery Day School) to explore caring for one another and creation through creative play, music and movement, art, science, story time, Godly Play, kids’ yoga and mindfulness, games, and outdoor fun. Details and registration forthcoming.
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- May 29, 2025
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May 29, 20259:00 am - 3:00 pm
Summer Church Camp (SPNDS spaces)
Caring for one another and Creation!
Associate Pastor David Norse Thomas will be joined by many teachers from SPNDS (Swarthmore Presbyterian Nursery Day School) to explore caring for one another and creation through creative play, music and movement, art, science, story time, Godly Play, kids’ yoga and mindfulness, games, and outdoor fun. Details and registration forthcoming. -
May 29, 20258:00 pm - 9:30 pm
AA (McCahan Hall)
Swarthmore Presbyterian Church welcomes AA participants to weekly meetings in McCahan Hall. Entrance is via a door on the west end of the parking lot (across from the ABC House) under a covered walkway there.
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- May 30, 2025
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May 30, 20259:00 am - 3:00 pm
Summer Church Camp (SPNDS spaces)
Caring for one another and Creation!
Associate Pastor David Norse Thomas will be joined by many teachers from SPNDS (Swarthmore Presbyterian Nursery Day School) to explore caring for one another and creation through creative play, music and movement, art, science, story time, Godly Play, kids’ yoga and mindfulness, games, and outdoor fun. Details and registration forthcoming.
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- May 31, 2025
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May 31, 202511:00 am - 12:00 pm
Memorial Service (Sanctuary)
A Service of Witness to the Resurrection and Thanksgiving for the life of Betsy Fry.
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May 31, 202512:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Memorial Reception (Fellowship Hall)
Guests attending the memorial service for Betsy Fry are invited to greet the family, share remembrances, and enjoy some refreshments at a reception in Fellowship Hall.
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