At the Old First Consistory meeting on Monday night, the Elders and Deacons made some very difficult decisions in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Consistory voted to suspend public worship through May 17, In compliance with the CDC (unless new circumstances allow our resumption). Tenants will no longer meet in the building, and the Human Resources Committee will work on supportive arrangements for staff who cannot […]
To all our congregants at Old First: It’s Thursday, and we are responding to and planning for Coronavirus developments hourly. We are tracking official government advisements and checking in with other faith communities. Maureen and Abraham have stepped up cleaning and sanitizing even more than usual. First, we want to affirm and support those of you who will be practicing social isolation by staying home […]
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 […]
Join the Brooklyn Conservatory Chorale Saturday, February 1, 7pm (doors 6:30), for an evening of beautiful music from France and England, spanning five centuries. Directed by Nick Nicassio, the Chorale’s acclaimed new Conductor, the fifty-voice ensemble presents music by French composers Fauré, Poulenc, Ravel, and Boulanger, and English composers Byrd, Finzi, Howells, and Tallis. For more details, and to pick up tickets, click below: https://bkcm.org/event/across-the-channel/
On Saturday, January 25th, at 3 PM, the Park Slope Singers will be performing in our sanctuary, as part of an Arts at Old First event. The program includes J.S. Bach’s Lutheran Mass in G Minor, BWV235, which the composer assembled from movements of three of his cantatas; his motet Lobet den Herrn, alle Heiden,BWV230, a breathtaking fugal high-wire act; and for contrast Handel’s wonderfully […]
In the reopening of our sanctuary this past Easter, we celebrated, and announced, “All Are Welcome” with banners and programs. While researching Old First’s collaboration with Centennial Chapel in the 19th century, it was discovered that they too declared, “All Are Welcome” in the news. Newsboys of the Late 1800s Perhaps you have read or seen a photography exhibit of Lewis Hine’s about the newsboys, […]
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.
