A new five-part series for adults starts next week, based on Sarah Ruden’s book Paul among the People. Come learn about Paul in his controversial, surprising, and human uniqueness, from a classicist who recently translated the Aeneid! Books are available in the narthex before worship. Dinner and drinks at 6; program starts at 6:30.

May 18, 2023 | 7pm | Free Admission | All Are Welcome

In recent decades, powerful telescopes have enabled astrophysicists to uncover startling new worlds and solar systems. This has led to the question: Is there life beyond Earth?

In this lecture Dr. Andrew Davison seeks to analyze this question through the lens of Christian Theology by integrating his training as a theologian and scientist. The discussion address questions including the imago dei, the place of diversity in creation, whether we would expect other life (if there is any) to be mentioned in the scriptures, the scope of sin, and whether the idea of multiple Incarnations makes good theological sense.

A reception and Q&A will follow the lecture.

Dr. Andrew Davison is the Starbridge Associate Professor in Theology and Natural Sciences at the University of Cambridge, where he has recently been working with a group of scientists to set up the new Leverhulme Centre for Life in the Universe. He is currently the Distinguished Visiting Fellow in Theology and Science at the Center of Theological Inquiry, Princeton. He is a priest in the Church of England, and fellow of Corpus Christi College, where he is also Dean of Chapel. His work lies at the intersection of theology, philosophy, and natural science. His books include Participation in God: A Study in Christian Doctrine and Metaphysics, and Why Sacraments? His Astrobiology and Christian Doctrine will be published by Cambridge University Press in May 2023.

A new five-part series for adults starts next week, based on Sarah Ruden’s book Paul among the People. Come learn about Paul in his controversial, surprising, and human uniqueness, from a classicist who recently translated the Aeneid! Books are available in the narthex before worship. Dinner and drinks at 6; program starts at 6:30.

Upcoming meetings:

May 24

A new five-part series for adults starts next week, based on Sarah Ruden’s book Paul among the People. Come learn about Paul in his controversial, surprising, and human uniqueness, from a classicist who recently translated the Aeneid! Books are available in the narthex before worship. Dinner and drinks at 6; program starts at 6:30.

Upcoming meetings:

May 10

May 24

A new five-part series for adults starts next week, based on Sarah Ruden’s book Paul among the People. Come learn about Paul in his controversial, surprising, and human uniqueness, from a classicist who recently translated the Aeneid! Books are available in the narthex before worship.

This session will be on Zoom. The remaining sessions will take place in person. Contact Chesna for more information.

Tour Start time: April 1 @ 11am | Duration: Around 90 mins, ending at Hop Lee for a meal | Price: $25 (lunch not included)

A tour through two important ethnic neighborhoods of the Lower East Side, comparing the racial injustice placed on each community in the 19th century and how each community emerged from it.  Just some of the stops include Church of the Most Precious Blood, the first Italian American Church in New York;  the Mulberry Street tenements ; the site of the founding of the fraternal order of the Sons of Italy; Confucius Plaza, created in the wake of the Chinese Exclusion Act; Chatham Square, and its memorial to Asian Americans who died in defense of democracy; and the residence of Dr Sun-Yat-Sen, Father of Chinese Democracy. 

After the tour, as many as can, please gather at Hop Lee for conversation and a delicious Chinese meal! We welcome you all to join in!

A new five-part series for adults starts next week, based on Sarah Ruden’s book Paul among the People. Come learn about Paul in his controversial, surprising, and human uniqueness, from a classicist who recently translated the Aeneid! Books are available in the narthex before worship. Dinner and drinks at 6; program starts at 6:30.

Upcoming meetings:

April 26

May 10

May 24

A new five-part series for adults starts next week, based on Sarah Ruden’s book Paul among the People. Come learn about Paul in his controversial, surprising, and human uniqueness, from a classicist who recently translated the Aeneid! Books are available in the narthex before worship. Dinner and drinks at 6; program starts at 6:30.

Upcoming meetings:

February 8

April 26

May 10

May 24

This Sunday at 12:15 pm, Rev. Beverly Bartlett will share stories, photos, and reflections from her sabbatical pilgrimage in France and Spain last fall, asking what makes one a pilgrim rather than a tourist, and how we can approach life as a pilgrimage. Parish Hall; lunch will be served. Contact ceh@mapc.com.

MAPC’s Racial Justice Task Force is sponsoring a Movie Night at the church Friday, January 13th, at 6:30 pm. We will meet for pizza, salad, dessert, and beverages, and watch a screening of “Till”.

 In 1955, after Emmett Till is murdered in a brutal lynching, his mother vows to expose the racism behind the attack while working to have those involved brought to justice. Till does not depict Emmett’s murder, but focuses on his mother, Mamie Till-Mobley’s, fight for justice.

 One member of our task force said he’s been reluctant to view this film. Others may feel that way, too. Here is an opportunity to experience this important work together with our MAPC family. Discussion will follow. Please join in! Sign up here for this free (donations accepted) event so we’ll know how much food to order. 

Members and visitors are invited to join the Rev. Chesna Hinkley for a weekly bible study entitled: Living for Jesus in the Real World. There is no preparation necessary. For more information contact Chesna.

An optional $30 donation covers your participant guide and refreshments for all six sessions. Note Adult Education on your Zelle transaction or bring cash or check.

Members and visitors are invited to join the Rev. Chesna Hinkley for a weekly bible study entitled: Living for Jesus in the Real World. There is no preparation necessary. For more information contact Chesna.

Upcoming Dates:
December 5

An optional $30 donation covers your participant guide and refreshments for all six sessions. Note Adult Education on your Zelle transaction or bring cash or check.

Members and visitors are invited to join the Rev. Chesna Hinkley for a weekly bible study entitled: Living for Jesus in the Real World. There is no preparation necessary. For more information contact Chesna.

Upcoming Dates:
November 14
December 5

An optional $30 donation covers your participant guide and refreshments for all six sessions. Note Adult Education on your Zelle transaction or bring cash or check.

Members of MAPC’s Racial Justice Task Force will lead a session that explores how the Belhar Confession can help Christians pursue meaningful change in matters of racial justice.

Members and visitors are invited to join the Rev. Chesna Hinkley for a weekly bible study entitled: Living for Jesus in the Real World. There is no preparation necessary. For more information contact Chesna.

Upcoming Dates:
October 31
November 14
December 5

An optional $30 donation covers your participant guide and refreshments for all six sessions. Note Adult Education on your Zelle transaction or bring cash or check.

Members and visitors are invited to join the Rev. Chesna Hinkley for a weekly bible study entitled: Living for Jesus in the Real World. There is no preparation necessary. For more information contact Chesna.

Upcoming Dates:
October 17
October 31
November 14
December 5

An optional $30 donation covers your participant guide and refreshments for all six sessions. Note Adult Education on your Zelle transaction or bring cash or check.

From Creation to New Creation: What the Bible Has to Say about Climate Change

Plagues, droughts, floods, locusts, fire, infestations. . . .  The Bible is filled with them.  Today our planet is beset with mounting ecological disasters of biblical proportions.  In this special adult education offering, we will explore what wisdom can be gained from the ancient Scriptures for such a time as this with resilience, responsibility, and realistic hope. We will also seek to answer the question: what does being a disciple of Jesus Christ have to do with stewardship of our shared world?

Join us for a special Adult Education session on October 2 at 12 pm.

William P. Brown is the William Marcellus McPheeters Professor of Old Testament at Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, GA. His writings explore the intersecting issues of ecology, justice, faith, and science from various biblical perspectives. He is the author of numerous essays and books, including Wisdom’s Wonder, The Seven Pillars of Creation, Seeing the Psalms, Sacred Sense, Handbook to Old Testament Exegesis, and most recently Deep Calls to Deep: The Psalms in Dialogue amid Disruption. Much of his work is driven by the desire to promote dialogue among diverse participants to foster mutual understanding and equity. Bill is ordained in the Presbyterian Church (USA) and loves teaching Sunday School. Bill was co-editor of Interpretation: A Journal of Bible and Theology from 1996 to 2003.

Members and visitors are invited to join the Rev. Chesna Hinkley for a weekly bible study entitled: Living for Jesus in the Real World. There is no preparation necessary. For more information contact Chesna.

Upcoming Dates:

October 3
October 17
October 31
November 14
December 5

An optional $30 donation covers your participant guide and refreshments for all six sessions. Note Adult Education on your Zelle transaction or bring cash or check.