On May 5, Old First invited the community for a conversation about the history of slavery in NYC given by Dr. Andrea Mosterman. The well attended event was followed by an informative and lengthy Q & A. We are incredibly thankful to Dr. Mosterman for her generosity in sharing her research and time. (Go to post for active links). Link to Video. Link to Event […]
Old First invites the community for a conversation about the history of slavery in NYC (including the role played by churches like Old First) with Dr. Andrea Mosterman on Sunday, May 5 at 1pm at Old First Reformed Church, 729 Carroll Street, in Park Slope, Brooklyn. This free event is sponsored by: Remembrance & Racial Justice Working Group Old First Reformed Church 729 Carroll Street at […]
Old First invites the community for a conversation about the history of slavery in NYC (including the role played by churches like Old First) with Dr. Andrea Mosterman on Sunday, May 5 at 1pm at Old First Reformed Church, 729 Carroll Street, in Park Slope, Brooklyn. This free event is sponsored by: Remembrance & Racial Justice Working Group Old First Reformed Church 729 Carroll Street […]
Dear friends, adherents, and members of Old First, Please join us for on Sunday, September 13th, at 12:30 PM for a virtual Old First Fall Informational Meeting, to discuss the future of Old First at such an important transitional moment. Our incoming interim pastor, Jane Ann Groom, will speak to the congregation and answer questions, and members of Consistory will discuss plans for reopening the […]
This Sunday, March 8th, join us at 12:30 PM as our very own Reverend Melody Meeter discusses psalms of lament and healing. The event is being hosted by Old First’s Bible Club. It will be held in the Lower Hall, and a light lunch will be provided. Hope to see you there!
On February 26th, from 7 AM to 7 PM, Old First offers Ash Wednesday “Ashes on the Sidewalk” to anybody who wants them. If you’re interested in getting ashes, stop by. But if you want to help, you can sign up for a two-hour slot to assist with ashes and providing breaks during the day. No ordination or previous experience is acquired; you will be […]
After a 4-year hiatus, the annual Park Slope family concert and sing-along will be returning to Old First Church in Park Slope on Saturday, December 14th, at 7 PM. Founder and producer Ethan Schlesser, along with his co-host, our very own Rev. Dr. Daniel Meeter, are bringing back this unique community holiday extravaganza now that the ceiling in our sanctuary has finally been restored. This […]
Please come and join us on November 10th for Consecration Sunday. The service begins at 11:00 AM, and is followed by a Celebration Luncheon. We will be joined by a special guest, Reverend David Telfort of the Lafayette Ave Presbyterian Church in Brooklyn.
The media showed great interest in our restoration story. Read some of their reporting below, and we’ll keep you posted on further coverage! Fox News 5 Built nearly 130 years ago, the Old First Reformed Church in Park Slope, Brooklyn, has stood the test of time. “It’s unique in that it has the longest history in the city of Brooklyn, 1654, founded by the Dutch government,” Pastor Daniel Meeter […]
