Announcements

May 31, 2026

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leadership nominations open

In our model (Presbyterianism) the congregation nominates and elects the leaders of the church.  This is a privilege and responsibility, so if you are a member please take time to pray, reflect, and perhaps nominate someone (or talk with someone about whether you might serve).  The nomination period goes from the May congregational meeting through early June.  You can read the Nominating Packet if you have questions, or reach out to one of the elders. Nomination Form

Relating: a Monthly Class - May 31

Topic: Romantic Feelings
One aspect of the human experience is that we have feelings that may be categorized in modern culture as “romantic”.   While typically good, these feelings can raise all sorts of problems.  What if you have these feelings towards someone who doesn’t have them for you?  Or if you don’t have them for your spouse (or you are married and you have them for someone who is not your spouse)?  What if you don’t have them at all?  It is hard to categorize and make sense of certain feelings or experiences and this can cause personal and relational problems.  Giving thought to a Christian understanding of love, emotions, relationships, and other aspects of what the Bible says about the human experience may help bring clarity so that we can make steps towards healthier relationships or navigating relationships with some of these complications.

Bowery Women’s Dinner - June 6

Sign ups are available to serve a meal at the Bowery Women's Center in the new year. On the first Saturday of each month, we organize and serve a meal for 30 people. Consider if you (and your HFG / friends) would come serve one month!  Learn more about this opportunity. 

Safe Families Info & Training Session - June 13

If you want to find out more about what volunteering with our partner organization, Safe Families for Children entails, consider attending their next Volunteer Info Session + Training event on June 13, 10:00am - 2:00pm.

Monday evening prayer

Tim Craig (the speaker at this year's retreat) has been leading a weekly half hour of prayer over Zoom.  That meeting has moved to Monday evenings at 8:00pm, as of May 4.  Zoom info remains the same.  Consider joining him.

Save the Date: Spring Retreat 2027, April 9-11

It's confirmed!  Next year's Spring Retreat will be Friday, April 9 - Sunday, April 11. Save the date.

Literacy Program Volunteer Orientation Video Now Available

Emmanuel partners to help young children with basic literacy skills at the Grant Houses (123-125 streets). View an orientation video HERE with supporting links in video description, to learn more about volunteering.  The program will take a break over the summer and resume in the fall. Contact jane@emmanuelnyc.org with questions.

Singing with Emmanuel by Charlie Drew

Charlie Drew, founding pastor of Emmanuel, has a new book out: Singing with Emmanuel: How to Meet Jesus in the Psalms. You can find it HERE (use code SING40 for 40% off if you buy directly from the publisher).  Hard copy and ebook available on Amazon.

Connect Card

If you are new to Emmanuel or have been with us for a time and would like to give us your contact info or meet with a pastor, fill out our digital Connect Card.