Lent has become a special time in my spiritual journey. For many years, my Lenten focus was on something to refrain from during the forty days. My final semester at BTSR, it was staying away from pasta, which had become my “comfort food” in times of crisis and celebration. In Read more…
Second Sunday in Lent Service of Worship 10:30AM in the Chapel Extinguishing the Second Tenebrae Candle Sermon by Rev. Mandy England Cole Ripe for Repentance Scripture Texts: Luke 13:1-21, 31-35 Sermon Series: Journey to Jerusalem: A Life on the Way During Lent, we will explore the demands entailed in following Jesus. Read more…
A reflection by Wendy Bowen: Ginter Park is family. Being a member of Ginter Park since my birth in 1959, has been such a privilege both in how the church has ministered to me during times of sadness and joy in my life and how I have been able to Read more…
As ashes were smeared on my forehead, I felt humbled that indeed one day I will return to dust. But almost immediately I felt a bit foolish, kind of the same feeling of having spinach stuck in my teeth. The ash may be an outward symbol of sorrow and repentance, but there is that part of me that just wants to rub it off, to hide the smudge and pretend that my outward appearance is always exactly what I want to express and nothing more. Teach me, Oh God, to set my face for your purposes instead. Read More
First Sunday in Lent Service of Worship 10:30AM in the Chapel Extinguishing the First Tenebrae Candle Celebrating the Lord’s Supper Sermon by Rev. Mandy England Cole Scripture Texts: Luke 10:25-42 Sermon Series: Journey to Jerusalem: A Life on the Way During Lent, we will explore the demands entailed in following Jesus. Read more…
Transfiguration Sunday Service of Worship 10:30AM in the Chapel Deacon Ordination Sermon by Rev. Mandy England Cole Scripture Texts: Luke 9:28-45 Taking Up Residence Peter wants to build a tabernacle and settle down for awhile. We are often tempted to do the same – to want to freeze a moment when it Read more…
Join us on Ash Wednesday, March 1 at 7PM, as we mark the beginning of Lent with a simple service of worship. The imposition of ashes is an ancient practice in the Christian Church and is central in this brief service. Scripture, song, silence, and confession serve to invite us into Read more…
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We are pleased to announce that Fred Horn is joining our church staff and will be serving as our accompanist! Fred’s gifts and abilities are extensive. He has exceptional skill and experience not only in piano, but also in choral conducting, voice, organ, and most woodwind instruments. As Ginter Park Read more…
Enjoy these pictures from the luncheon honoring Judith on her last Sunday with us! Later in February, Judith will begin her ministry with Emmanuel Baptist Fellowship in Lexington, South Carolina as their pastor. Here is a picture of Judith wearing her gift from the church – a communion stole with our Read more…