Wear your pajamas and join us for delicious pancakes for dinner in Trinity Hall. We’ll be flipping plain, blueberry, and chocolate chip pancakes for you, your friends, and family. After dinner, stay and enjoy making a family advent craft together!

Join Craig Galinski in the Sanctuary as he performs The 6 Periods of Organ Music. A light reception will follow in the Gallery.

Sunday, October 20, at 4:00 PM in the Sanctuary with a reception to follow in the Gallery:

Brand New Hat presented by the popular northern Ohio quartet consisting of Dan McMillan (lead guitar, vocals), Dave Kennard (banjo, harmonica, vocals), John Hansen (bass, harmonica, vocals) and Roland Kausen (mandolin, vocals). They have been playing together for more than 20 years.  Their music is a blend, drawing from the roots of bluegrass, traditional, folk and contemporary stylings.  This upbeat band brings a fresh style, hot playing, tight vocals and a unique interpretation to familiar songs as well as featuring numerous original compositions.

Join Rev. Oommen Thomas as he discusses the day's sermon more in depth. Meeting will be held in the Lounge.

Be the Bridge is excited to introduce you to Mary Fields aka: Stagecoach Mary.  Her story is interesting, exciting and full of surprises. Plan now to join us in the Sanctuary at 11:30 AM Sunday, October 13, to meet this important figure in history. A light lunch will be served following the performance.  Your RSVP would help us plan appropriately. Click Here to Register

Everyone is invited to the Thrive! Family Ministries Halloween Dance Party on Friday, October 11, from 6:30-8:30 PM in Trinity Hall. Costume parade, cookie decorating, dancing, and more!

WOMEN’S SMALL GROUP

Women’s Small Group will continue Tuesday, October 8, from 7:00-8:00 PM in the Lounge. The group will continue to meet monthly on the second Tuesday. No homework. No sign up. No stress. No pressure.

YOUNG WOMEN OF JOHN KNOX SOCIAL OUTING

Ladies, please join us for Women's Small Group on Tuesday, October 8, then young women will plan to go out after for drinks and dessert at BJ’s in North Olmsted  to connect and get to know one another. We will enjoy the spiritual connection at Sally's small group and then continue the fun and connection with an outing after. Questions? Contact Susanne at sbendoraitis@johnknoxpc.org.

Join us on Sunday, October 6, for a hike around the beautiful hiking trail at the Renaissance Retirement Campus at 26376 John Rd in Olmsted Falls. Hike starts at 12:00 PM. We will meet in front of the main entrance building. Hike will be led by the Knowltons (Bruce and Laurie).

Our friends from NOICA are bringing Noah’s Pudding (Ashura) for us again this year. If you did not sample this sweet treat last year you will want to make certain you do this year. Plan to join us in Trinity Hall during Coffee Hour on Sunday, September 22, to experience this sweet treat that symbolizes joy, unity, and diversity. Click below for more information on the background of Ashura.

Ashura Information

On Friday, September 20, Jim Traxler and Craig Galinski will be leading a Hymn Sing in the John Knox Presbyterian Sanctuary at 7:00 PM. Jim will be sharing a little background on each hymn, as well as a brief history of hymnody. From “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” to “I Danced in the Morning," we will sing the great hymns from the last five centuries, learn how they came to be, and their importance in expressing our faith. A light reception will follow in the Gallery.

The start of another school year is quickly approaching and our children will be starting new grade levels, new teachers and new routines. While this is an exciting time, it can also be a very stressful time. We are excited to introduce Dr. Tony DiBiasio as our next speaker in our mental health series on Sunday, August 11, at 11:15 AM in Trinity Hall. Tony was an elementary school counselor in the Fairview school district for 35 years as well as a private therapist for 30 years working with children, adolescents and their families. He is currently an adjunct professor in the Psychology Department at  Baldwin Wallace. Tony will talk about ways to start the school year positively, strategies for dealing with anxiety, and setting our children up for success. All are welcome!

Lite snacks and childcare will be provided. Please sign up if you plan to attend and let us know if childcare will be needed. Can’t wait to see you there! Registration Link

The challenges our brothers and sisters from the LGBTQ+ community face are real and heartbreaking. Many are ostracized from their families and churches. We are called to welcome them. Join us on Sunday, May 5, following worship as Be the Bridge, with the support of Session and the Mission Committee, hosts a program designed to help us live into being a “Welcoming Church.” The program will offer a panel of speakers from PFLAG, a national organization focused on creating a caring, just and affirming world for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them.  The program will provide a history of PFLAG, stories from the LGBTQ+ community and a Q&A session. A light lunch will be available so please RSVP by clicking on this link: Registration

Please plan to attend our Annual Abrahamic Traditions Dinner on Thursday, May 2, at 6:30 PM in Trinity Hall.

There will be a featured speaker from each faith community as well as opportunity to strengthen our greater community by building friendships across faith traditions. Be the Bridge is coordinating the event with our friends from NOICA who will provide the meal. Vegetarian options will be available. When food is involved, registration is a must.  Just click on this link now to RSVP: https://form.jotform.com/240617561560050

Spring is here and it's time once again for the Honors Brunch! If you are 80 years old or better, mark your calendars for Sunday, April 28, at 11:00 AM. The Deacons are inviting you to come and enjoy food and fellowship in Trinity Hall. We hope to see you there!

Plan to join us on Thursday, April 25, at 6pm in Trinity Hall as our friends from NOICA teach us more about their traditions; participate in the preparation of tasty recipes and, of course, enjoy the fruits of our labor. Reservations are a must so our friends know how much food is needed.  You can reserve your spot now by contacting Connie Smith at connie928smith@gmail.com.

Don’t wait there are only 20 seats available.

Rev. Lois Annich is a teaching elder in the Presbytery of the Western Reserve, Pastoral Counselor and Executive Leadership Coach. Please join us in welcoming her on April 21 at 11:15 AM in Trinity Hall. She will be speaking about the importance of open-hearted sharing, safe communal spaces, and compassion for others and ourselves. We are excited for her to follow up with future presentations on other important aspects of mental health- so stay tuned!

Join us between the 9AM and 11AM Easter services for a pancake breakfast in Trinity Hall.

Join us after church in the Sanctuary for Music and the Sacred with the Slowiks. Come and learn from Vicky and Peter as they share their passion for God and music.

Saturday, March 23 is the Easter Egg Hunt Kids Fun Fest at John Knox! Join in on the fun with an Easter egg hunt for kids, games, crafts, refreshments and more! The fun starts at 11 AM with the Easter Egg Hunt at 11:30 AM!

There will be a New Member Class on Tuesday, March 19, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the Lounge. Dinner will be served, and childcare will be available.  If you are interested in becoming a member of John Knox Presbyterian Church, please contact Bruce Knowlton at brucek2080@gmail.com.

Sunday, March 10, join us after church in Fellowship Hall for Lynn and The Eclipse. Come learn with NASA Scientist, Lynn Bondurant, about how you can see the coming total eclipse and think about your place in God’s Universe.

On Sunday, March 3, at 4:00 PM in Trinity Hall, we will welcome Dennis and Dee Rundle, the creators of Rundle Singing Hands. This is a high-energy and unique program. The Rundles perform uplifting, positive, fun songs to pre-recorded music, using props, elaborate costumes, choreography, and sign language. The audience will be able to hear the words and music of favorite songs while enjoying the beauty and creativity of sign language. Audience sing-along adds to the fun. A reception will follow the concert.

You are invited to join us after worship in Room 108/109 for Be the Bridge Book Reviews. Come and expand your understanding of loving our neighbor.

Mark your calendars for our popular LIVE Nativity: Night in Bethlehem on Wednesday, December 20 from 6:00-8:00 PM. John Knox youth will be in costume, and we will have live animals including a camel! Enjoy a Christmas carol sing along, treats, crafts, and celebrate the season with friends and family.

Please join our JKPC Women’s Small Group on Tuesday, December 12, from 7:00-8:00 PM in the Sanctuary for an evening to Pause in calm, peace, and quiet as we prepare our hearts for birth of Jesus. These hectic times as we hustle and bustle getting everything just right for Christmas can be very stressful. Take some time for yourself just to unwind and enjoy scripture, music, and meditation. Invite your friends, sisters, neighbors...any woman who you think might benefit from a little relaxation during this busy, busy time.