Announcements
November 8, 2026
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Young Adults Lunch Gathering - November 8
Join us after the service for a meet-and-greet with Rachel Phua, our new Young Adults’ Coordinator! Whether you’re a young adult looking to get more connected at EPC or someone interested in learning more about the role, you’re welcome to join us for lunch. We’ll meet in Room 307, 12:30-2pm. Questions? Contact Rachel.
Join the Choir for Lessons and Carols - 1st rehearsal 11/15
In preparation for Lessons and Carols service (12/13), we invite you to participate in the EPC Choir. Everyone is welcome! Rehearsals will take place on FOUR Sundays 11/15. 11/22, 12/6 and 12/13 (all before service). For more information, please email our Classical Music Coordinator, Sohyun Ahn.
Parent Gathering: Elementary - November 15
The next Parent Gathering will focus on parenting elementary age kids. Together we'll encourage one another through teaching and discussion on parenting, family life, and our church's theme: Behold the Glory of God. Lunch and childcare will be provided. Please RSVP to help us plan.
Game Night - November 19
Come relax over board games at Cafe Amrita, whether you’re a young adult or young at heart! We’ll start at 6:30pm with dinner (sides on us!) and then play board games until 8:30pm. RSVP by emailing Rachel, our Young Adults’ Coordinator.
All Church Lunch with Pie Potluck - November 22
Calling all bakers! We invite bakers of all skills to consider donating a dessert pie for our upcoming All Church Lunch - Thanksgiving Edition. Sign up HERE by Fri, 11/20. Please no nuts, but gluten free and vegan options are welcome.
Marriage Discussion Group
Scott and Kathy are wondering if there are any couples who are engaged or married who want to go through Tim and Kathy Keller’s book The Meaning of Marriage to discuss the content and reflect on our relationships together. The meetings will be in-person, most likely on a weeknight, meeting 5-6 times. If you are interested you can fill out this form and then we will formulate a plan based on the availability of those interested.
Thanksgiving Plans
If you plan to be in the city for Thanksgiving and can either host additional people or if you do not have plans yet, please fill out THIS form by EOD Sun, 11/22 and we will do our best to accommodate your request.
Wednesday Morning Prayer During Advent - Starting Dec 2
From December 2nd-23rd, we will meet every Wednesday morning on Zoom from 7:30am-8am. There will be a 10 minute devotional, and then we will have 10 minutes to offer prayers of thanks and praise, followed by 10 minutes to intercede for our world.
Bowery Women’s Dinner - December 5
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.
Congregational Meeting - December 6
We have 2 congregational meetings each year. Please join us after the service, 12:30-2:00pm, to hear reports and ask questions or raise suggestions. Lunch and child care will be provided. Members, please make every effort to attend. All are welcome!
Literacy Program
Emmanuel partners to help young children with basic literacy skills at the Grant Houses (123-125 streets). The program is Saturdays, 10:45am-1pm. Volunteers arrive by 10am to help with setup. Curriculum and support provided. No experience with teaching is necessary. View orientation video HERE. New Fall 2026 Volunteer Sign Up. You may need to create a login. Questions? Email jane@emmanuelnyc.org.
Friday Morning Women's Group
All women are invited to join the Friday Morning Women's Group bible study and prayer time, 9:30-11:30am. You may join at any time during the year. Register in advance to receive email with location details. Childcare is available for children over 6 months old who are registered in advance. We hope you can join us!
Visit a Home Fellowship Group (HFG)
Home Fellowship Groups are one of the main ways we do community life together. Consider visiting one of our HFGs. Visit our Home Groups page to learn more. Contact Tim at tim@emmanuelnyc.org to be connected with a group.
Spring Retreat 2027 Save the Date! April 16-18
Next year's Spring Retreat will be Friday, April 16 - Sunday, April 18. Save the date!
Submit a Prayer Request
How can we be praying for you? Whether big or small, we would be very glad to know how we can be praying for you. Share your prayer request using THIS form. You can also request a follow-up from a member of our Mercy Team if you'd like to connect with someone.
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.