Worship at FPCS
Jul
30
to Dec 27

Worship at FPCS

  • 575 Main Street Stroudsburg, PA, 18360 United States (map)
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Worship at 10am each Sunday is typically led by pastor Beth Utley. Sometimes one of our Parish Associates, Rev. Ed Freeborn and Rev. Tillie Chase, lead or we have a guest preacher. Music is primarily led by the “voices” of our custom pipe organ, musical offerings by our choir, and a variety of guest vocalists and instrumentalists. This services lasts 50-60 minutes. We use a bulletin to guide us through the service and allow us to participate as a body.

Following worship, we have a Fellowship Hour with conversation, light snacks, and coffee—our most holy beverage. .

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Coffee and Camaraderie
Jan
3
to May 29

Coffee and Camaraderie

  • 575 Main Street Stroudsburg, PA, 18360 United States (map)
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It’s so easy to feel isolated and alone. Maybe you’ve just moved to the area and don’t know anyone. Maybe you’re retired and have time on your hands. Maybe you’re a stay-at-home parent who is in the fog of diapers, Cocomelon and endless snacks. Maybe the pandemic made it harder than ever to keep up relationships even with people you like, and now, you don’t know where to begin.

Join us every Wednesday from 2pm-4pm for a time to learn games, have a hot drink and enjoy laughing and getting to know one another in a low-pressure environment.

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Bright Sunday (Holy Humor Sunday!)
Apr
7
10:00 AM10:00

Bright Sunday (Holy Humor Sunday!)

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At FPCS, we celebrate Bright Sunday! This “holy humor” Sunday celebrates the joke God played on the devil by raising Jesus from the dead. Wear your brightest clothes, your most ridiculous tie, and/or your best hat and join us for a laughter-filled Sunday celebration of the risen Lord!

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Wednesday Night Lenten Study
Mar
13
6:00 PM18:00

Wednesday Night Lenten Study

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We will be offering an opportunity to take time during Lent to focus on growing in God through a Wednesday evening Lenten study. We will begin with a light meal followed by bible study and rotating locations between the three shared ministry churches. The study is based on the book A Witness At The Cross by Amy-Jill Levine. Click through to learn more, including location.

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Wednesday Night Lenten Study
Mar
6
6:00 PM18:00

Wednesday Night Lenten Study

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We will be offering an opportunity to take time during Lent to focus on growing in God through a Wednesday evening Lenten study. We will begin with a light meal followed by bible study and rotating locations between the three shared ministry churches. The study is based on the book A Witness At The Cross by Amy-Jill Levine. Click through to learn more, including location.

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Wednesday Night Lenten Study
Feb
28
6:00 PM18:00

Wednesday Night Lenten Study

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We will be offering an opportunity to take time during Lent to focus on growing in God through a Wednesday evening Lenten study. We will begin with a light meal followed by bible study and rotating locations between the three shared ministry churches. The study is based on the book A Witness At The Cross by Amy-Jill Levine. Click through to learn more, including location.

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Wednesday Night Lenten Study
Feb
21
6:00 PM18:00

Wednesday Night Lenten Study

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We will be offering an opportunity to take time during Lent to focus on growing in God through a Wednesday evening Lenten study. We will begin with a light meal followed by bible study and rotating locations between the three shared ministry churches. The study is based on the book A Witness At The Cross by Amy-Jill Levine. Click through to learn more, including location.

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Women's Christmas Retreat 2024
Jan
6
10:00 AM10:00

Women's Christmas Retreat 2024

  • East Stroudsburg Presbyterian Church (map)
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Women’s Christmas is a good time to pause and take a break from whatever has kept you busy in the past weeks or months. As the Christmas season ends, this is an occasion both to celebrate with friends and also to spend time in reflection before diving into the responsibilities of this new year. All women are welcome! RSVP required.

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A Service of Nine Lessons and Carols
Dec
10
3:00 PM15:00

A Service of Nine Lessons and Carols

  • 575 Main Street Stroudsburg, PA, 18360 United States (map)
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Presented by:

Christ Church of the Slate Belt, Gregory Oaten; 
East Stroudsburg Presbyterian Church, Linda Shaller; 
First Presbyterian Church, Stroudsburg,Patricia thor Straten-Mohr;
Michael Capone, organist;
with Mainstreet Brass and Zion Carillon Ringers

Free and open to the public. Reception to follow. Parking is free to the public on Sundays.

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Music at Mid-Day Advent Concert Series
Dec
7
12:10 PM12:10

Music at Mid-Day Advent Concert Series

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FPCS is pleased to offer a free mid-day concert every Thursday during the season of advent. On your lunch break? Feel free to bring your lunch and enjoy while listening!

Dec. 7: James Derr, organ
Dec. 14: Stroudsburg HS Chorale, Janice Lee, director
Dec. 21: Andrea Wittchen, harp

All are welcome.

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CANCELLED Music at Mid-Day Advent Concert Series
Nov
30
12:10 PM12:10

CANCELLED Music at Mid-Day Advent Concert Series

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FPCS is pleased to offer a free mid-day concert every Thursday during the season of Advent. On your lunch break? Feel free to bring your lunch and enjoy while listening!

Nov. 30: Musician TBD — CANCELLED
Dec. 7: James Derr, organ
Dec. 14: Stroudsburg HS Chorale, Janice Lee, director
Dec. 21: Andrea Wittchen, harp

All are welcome.

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Fall 2023 Pot Pie Sale -- Pick Up Date
Nov
11
11:00 AM11:00

Fall 2023 Pot Pie Sale -- Pick Up Date

  • 575 Main Street Stroudsburg, PA, 18360 United States (map)
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It's that time! Our semi-annual pot pie sale has begun. $15 per pie, with or without veggies! Place an order by November 5, and pick up at the church on November 11 from 11am-1pm. Proceeds benefit FPC Mission and Ministries, specifically our organ/building renovation fund. These are delicious and great to have on hand in your freezer or to drop off as a gift for a friend who needs an easy meal!

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Organ Concert: Peter Richard Conte
Oct
22
4:00 PM16:00

Organ Concert: Peter Richard Conte

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October 22, 2023 • 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Acclaimed organist Peter Richard Conte will perform on the FPCS organ October 22 at 4:00 p.m.  Tickets will be $15 for adults and $10 for seniors and children.

Tickets can be purchased directly through the church by calling 570-421-7751 or stopping by the church office during office hours. You can also purchase tickets online through Eventbrite. Please note a small online processing fee will be included when purchasing on Eventbrite.

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Book Study: Immortal Diamond by Richard Rohr
Sep
7
to Dec 21

Book Study: Immortal Diamond by Richard Rohr

  • 575 Main Street Stroudsburg, PA, 18360 United States (map)
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+ THURSDAYS BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 7, 3:30 P.M. - 4:30 P.M. ON ZOOM

After a summer hiatus, this group will be back on Sept. 7. All are welcome, regardless of location or church affiliation, to join us as we dive into Immortal Diamond by Richard Rohr. Book description is below -- if you'd like the Zoom link, email pastor Beth.

In his best-selling book Immortal Diamond, Richard Rohr talked about ego (or the False Self) and how it gets in the way of spiritual maturity. But if there's a False Self, is there also a True Self? What is it? How is it found? Why does it matter? And what does it have to do with the spiritual journey? This book likens True Self to a diamond, buried deep within us, formed under the intense pressure of our lives, that must be searched for, uncovered, separated from all the debris of ego that surrounds it. In a sense True Self must, like Jesus, be resurrected, and that process is not resuscitation but transformation. 

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FPCS and Stroudfest
Sep
2
11:00 AM11:00

FPCS and Stroudfest

  • 575 Main Street Stroudsburg, PA, 18360 United States (map)
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It's that time again! STROUDFEST, a local annual community festival will take place in Downtown Stroudsburg on Saturday, September 2. FPCS will sell hot dogs from our Amen Cafe from 11am-3pm. We're also happy for you to stop by if you need a break to sit, play a game, or use our restrooms!

This one-day event is for people of all ages--enjoy over 200 food and craft vendors, live music on multiple stages, and specialty shops and community organizations with special offers and displays. Come check it out and don't forget to visit FPCS!

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Coffee and Camaraderie
Aug
2
to Dec 20

Coffee and Camaraderie

  • 575 Main Street Stroudsburg, PA, 18360 United States (map)
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It’s so easy to feel isolated and alone. Maybe you’ve just moved to the area and don’t know anyone. Maybe you’re retired and have time on your hands. Maybe you’re a stay-at-home parent who is in the fog of diapers, Cocomelon and endless snacks. Maybe the pandemic made it harder than ever to keep up relationships even with people you like, and now, you don’t know where to begin.

Join us every Wednesday from 2pm-4pm for a time to learn games, have a hot drink and enjoy laughing and getting to know one another in a low-pressure environment.

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“What Do the Dead Sea Scrolls Teach us About the Bible?”
Jun
28
6:30 PM18:30

“What Do the Dead Sea Scrolls Teach us About the Bible?”

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“What Do the Dead Sea Scrolls Teach us About the Bible?”
+ JUNE 28, 6:30 P.M., HUGHES LIBRARY COMMUNITY ROOM

Sidnie White Crawford—author of Scribes and Scrolls at Qumran (Wm. B. Eerdmans, 2019) which was the winner of the Biblical Archaeology Society’s “Best Popular Book on Archaeology” in 2021—will offer a presentation on what the Dead Sea Scrolls teach us about the Bible on June 28, at 6:30 p.m. All are welcome!

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Bright Sunday (Holy Humor Sunday!)
Apr
16
10:00 AM10:00

Bright Sunday (Holy Humor Sunday!)

  • 575 Main Street Stroudsburg, PA, 18360 United States (map)
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At FPCS, we celebrate Bright Sunday! This “holy humor” Sunday celebrates the joke God played on the devil by raising Jesus from the dead. Wear your brightest clothes, your most ridiculous tie, and/or your best hat and join us for a laughter-filled Sunday celebration of the risen Lord!

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Good Friday Service
Apr
7
7:00 PM19:00

Good Friday Service

Together with several congregations across Monroe County, join us for a powerful service presenting the Passion of Christ with music, scripture, and prayer at 7:00 p.m. at East Stroudsburg Presbyterian Church.

55 SMITH STREET,
EAST STROUDSBURG, PA 18360

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