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# Second Presbyterian Church

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- [Church News](https://secondpresby.org/church-news/)
- [Sermon Series: "All IN"](https://secondpresby.org/2025/08/14/sermon-series-all-in/) - How did a small group of disciples change the world? They created a community that was distinct and unique–committed to the way of Jesus and the one another. In this series we’ll look at some of the ways the earliest gathering of Christians went “all in” for God and for each other, and allow their

## Pages

- [Welcome to Our Church](https://secondpresby.org/) - Second Presbyterian Church in Baltimore, Maryland, welcomes you no matter who you are, where you come from, or why you are here.
- [Mission Partnerships, Programs, and Projects](https://secondpresby.org/care-serve/mission-partnerships-programs-and-projects/) - Christ calls on us to love our neighbors as ourselves. Through our Mission Council, Second Presbyterian offers members of our congregation many opportunities to personally connect Christ and community. Through giving and hands-on mission projects locally and occasionally internationally, Second works to address needs in the area of hunger, homelessness, healthcare, unemployment, education, disaster
- [Plan Your Visit](https://secondpresby.org/plan-your-visit/) - Welcome to Second Presbyterian Church! Jesus says that those who seek are those who will find. Whether you are looking for a new church home, a safe place to visit, a place where you can be still or be informed or even inspired, Second Presbyterian has much to offer. We know that it can feel
- [View the Friday Flyer](https://secondpresby.org/view-the-friday-flyer/) - August 28, 2026 August 21, 2026 August 14, 2026 August 7, 2026
- [First Fruits Registration Page](https://secondpresby.org/first-fruits-registration-page/) - Join Second Presbyterian and Grace United Methodist Churches on Friday, August 14 from 8am to 1pm as we journey together to First Fruits Farm for a day of service. This service opportunity is appropriate for all ages and abilities! Chaperones are available for minor children if needed. Optional transportation and lunch provided. Did you know
- [Employment Opportunities](https://secondpresby.org/about/employment-opportunitites/) - Facilities Manager Pay: $25.00 per hour Second Presbyterian Church of Baltimore is seeking a Facilities Manager, responsible for overseeing the maintenance, operation, repair, and improvement of facilities. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Work closely with the Trustees and staff to understand facility-related needs. Attend weekly staff meetings. Ensure tasks are performed to
- [Contact Us](https://secondpresby.org/about/contact-us/) - Church Office 410-467-4210 Office@secondpresby.org Office hours: Monday through Friday, 10 AM - 3 PM Pastor is available by appointment. The church office's mailing address is 4200 Saint Paul Street, Baltimore, MD 21218. The entrance to the church office faces Stratford Road and is accessed through the glass doors.
- [Our Staff and Leadership](https://secondpresby.org/about/leadership/) - Session Scott Silverwood, Clerk of Session Katherine Edwards Beth Felder Jim Hughes Gene Leber Rachel Long Barbara Matheson Fay Miller Bill Minor JT Paulk Steve Walsh Deacons Holly Pool, Moderator Barbara Antonides Kay Brillinger Neaville Herndon Cindy Jones Stephanie Kleiser Ellison Park Emarie Payne John Warnack Trustees Harry Klesier, President Lyle Antonides Greg Heid
- [Vacation Bible School](https://secondpresby.org/vacation-bible-school/) - VBS Registration Quick LinkVBS Volunteer Form Quick Link - VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION FULL Churches of Charles Vacation Bible School 2026 Join the Churches of Charles this summer at our “David” themed VBS hosted by Second Presbyterian church in collaboration with University Baptist Church, First English Lutheran Church, and Cathedral of the Incarnation. DATE: Friday, July 10
- [Practicing the Practice](https://secondpresby.org/practicing-the-practice/)
- [Questions Regarding Budget](https://secondpresby.org/questions-regarding-budget/)
- [Weddings](https://secondpresby.org/worship/weddings/) - Second Presbyterian is a historic church located in one of Baltimore’s most beautiful neighborhoods. Our neo-classical sanctuary and smaller chapel both offer an elegant, light-filled venue for your wedding. At Second we believe that marriage is a gift from God for the well being of the human family. While not a sacrament in the Presbyterian
- [Adult Fellowship and Education](https://secondpresby.org/learn/adult-education/) - Adult educational programs involve study of the faith, Bible exploration, Christian life in society, and other topics. Small Groups There are active small groups engaged in education and fellowship at Second. Some groups are only active for a short time while others have been meeting for decades. Wherever you are in your faith journey, you
- [Christian Education for Families](https://secondpresby.org/learn/children/) - Jesus said to them, "Whoever welcomes this child in my name welcomes me and whoever welcomes me welcomes the one who sent me; for the least among all of you is the greatest." (Luke 9:48) Sunday School Sunday School for children of all ages is between services at 9:30am from September - May. The curriculum
- [New Member Sign Up Form](https://secondpresby.org/new-member-registration/)
- [Make Your 2026 Pledge](https://secondpresby.org/pledge/)
- [Sermon Series: "All In: The Early Church and Us"](https://secondpresby.org/all-in/) - How did a small group of disciples change the world? They created a community that was distinct and unique–committed to the way of Jesus and the one another. In this series we’ll look at some of the ways the earliest gathering of Christians went “all in” for God and for each other, and allow their
- [Sermon Series: Deep Church - A Study of Ephesians](https://secondpresby.org/deep-church/) - View the Sermon Series on Youtube!
- [Annual Reports](https://secondpresby.org/about/annual-reports/) - 2022 Annual Report 2023 Annual Report 2024 Annual Report
- [Pastor Retreat Registration](https://secondpresby.org/pastor-retreat-registration/)
- [Sign Ups](https://secondpresby.org/signups/) - Click on the links below to connect to our current sign-ups for mission projects, liturgists, events, etc. Liturgist Sign Up Help the clergy lead worship services by reading scriptures and leading responsive prayers. Liturgists' Sign Up Communion Server Sign Up Serve the sacrament of Communion in worship. Communion Servers' Sign Up
- [Monthly Calendar](https://secondpresby.org/calendar/)
- [Church Officer Nominations](https://secondpresby.org/nominations/)
- [Music](https://secondpresby.org/worship/music/) - Second Presbyterian has a long history of excellent music tradition. Our music ministries offer impactful, worship-driven musical experiences for our congregation and for singers and instrumentalists of all ages, spanning a rich pallet of musical genres. Chancel Choir The Chancel Choir is made up of volunteer singers and a core group of professional singers who
- [2024 Candidating Questions](https://secondpresby.org/2024-candidating-questions/)
- [Interim Updates](https://secondpresby.org/interim-updates/) - On Sunday, October 15, 2023, the members of Second Presbyterian Church of Baltimore elected a Pastor Nominating Committee. The committee continues to work diligently to execute the search for the next sitting Senior Pastor. A copy of the Ministry Discernment Profile created by the Pastor Nominating Committee is available here. Please refer back to this
- [Baptisms](https://secondpresby.org/worship/baptisms/) - Baptism is the sign and seal of our incorporation into Jesus Christ. Presbyterians baptize both children and adults, marking the beginning of a new life in Christ. The baptism of adults “witnesses to the truth that God’s gift of grace calls for our grateful response.” The baptism of young children “witnesses to the truth that
- [Funerals, Memorial Services, and the Labyrinth Memorial Garden](https://secondpresby.org/worship/labyrinth-memorial-garden/) - “In the face of death, we affirm with tears and joy the good news of the gospel and the hope of the resurrection. We do not grieve in isolation, but are sustained by the power of the Holy Spirit and the community of faith.” (PCUSA Directory for the Worship of God, W-4.07 01) In the
- [Worship Services](https://secondpresby.org/worship/worship_services/) - Worship is the focal point of Christian life in community. It is the starting point for education, fellowship, and service for people of all ages. Worship is the centerpiece of our corporate experience in faith. It is where we learn and proclaim our faith, where we sing, pray, and share our gifts from God with
- [Stewardship](https://secondpresby.org/stewardship-2/) - Each of you must give as you have made up your mind, not reluctantly or under compulsion. For God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to provide you with every blessing in abundance so that by always having enough of everything, you may share abundantly in every good work. Amen. 2 Cor. 9:7-8
- [Our Facilities](https://secondpresby.org/building-use/our-facilities/) - For more information visit our page on requesting church facilities.
- [Inspirit Pastoral Counseling Center](https://secondpresby.org/care-serve/inspirit-pastoral-counseling-center/) - Inspirit is a non-profit interfaith agency certified by the American Association of Pastoral Counselors (AAPC). Its professional therapists represent a diversity of mental health disciplines. They are able to offer a faith-based dimension to the traditional psychotherapy approach. For some this is a very important aspect of the healing process; others may not wish to
- [About Us](https://secondpresby.org/about/about-us/) - Second Presbyterian Church in Baltimore, Maryland, welcomes you no matter who you are, where you come from, or why you are here. We are Christ’s people and this is Christ’s place with its doors wide open. We are a congregation of the Presbyterian Church U.S.A. and a member church of Baltimore Presbytery. The congregation of
- [Officer Recommendations](https://secondpresby.org/officer-nominations/)
- [Christmas Flowers](https://secondpresby.org/christmas-flowers/)
- [Recommendations for Pastor Nominating Committee 2023](https://secondpresby.org/pnc-nominations/)
- [Carillon Concert](https://secondpresby.org/carillon-concert/)
- [Report from Safety and Security Task Group](https://secondpresby.org/report-from-safety-and-security-task-group/) - Report from Safety and Security Task Group For Second Presbyterian May 6, 2023 Members: Rev. Randy Clayton, Emily Park, Janet Short, Scott Silverwood On March 21, 2023, the above individuals, along with Beth Felder, participated in a Safety and Security walk-through of Second Presbyterian’s buildings and grounds that detectives Robinson and Atkins
- [Youth Ministries](https://secondpresby.org/learn/youth-ministries/)
- [Celebrating our Graduates](https://secondpresby.org/celebrating-our-graduates/) - We want to celebrate your accomplishments (or those of your friends or family)! Take a minute to fill out this form to let us know about your graduation, and your next step (if known). One graduate per form, please!
- [Sign Up to Receive our Weekly Friday Flyer E-Newsletter!](https://secondpresby.org/sign-up-to-receive-our-weekly-friday-flyer-e-newsletter/)
- [Easter Flowers](https://secondpresby.org/easter-flowers/)
- [Thank you for Joining Us in Worship!](https://secondpresby.org/welcome-to-worship/)
- [2022-2023 Sunday School Registration](https://secondpresby.org/learn/registration/) - Please fill out the form below to register your child(ren) for the 2022-2023 Sunday School year.
- [Event Set-Up Form](https://secondpresby.org/building-use/event-set-up-form/) - Please submit the meeting/event set-up form at least a week before your event.
- [Requesting Church Facilities](https://secondpresby.org/building-use/requesting-church-facilities/) - Our church facilities are available for use by outside groups for meetings, special events or concerts. Except in rare cases, you will need an active member of our congregation to sponsor you. Sponsors are required to be present at the event and make sure that the church's facilities are used responsibly and locked up at
- [Submit a Prayer Request](https://secondpresby.org/submit-a-prayer-request/)
- [Family Mission & Movie Night](https://secondpresby.org/movie-night-2/)
- [Community Concerts at Second](https://secondpresby.org/about/community-concerts-at-second/) - Community Concerts at Second presents FREE concerts and events by local and international artists, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) musicians, and the annual Wonderlic Competition for voice and piano. Concerts are generally held once or twice monthly on Sunday afternoons or evenings in the church sanctuary from September through June. Originally named “The Second Presbyterian Concert
- [Legacy Giving](https://secondpresby.org/legacy-giving/) - Spiritual Partnering Across Generations: What Will Your Legacy Be? Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. ~I Peter 4:10 Since 1803, the Second Presbyterian Church of Baltimore has served its community and enriched the spiritual life
- [Trunk-or-Treat](https://secondpresby.org/trunk-or-treat/) - [gravityform id="25" title="true" description="true"]
- [Early Worship Registration Form](https://secondpresby.org/early-worship-registration-form/) - [gravityform id="47" title="true" description="true"]
- [Movie Night Registration](https://secondpresby.org/movie-night/) - [gravityform id="62" title="true" description="true"]
- [Covenant Group Registration](https://secondpresby.org/covenant-group-registration/) - [gravityform id="60" title="true" description="true"]
- [Nominations for racial Reconciliation Advisory Group](https://secondpresby.org/advisory-group/) - https://secondpresby.org/advisory-group/(opens in a new tab)
- [External Group Advance Registration](https://secondpresby.org/external-group-advance-registration/)
- [Small Group Registration Form](https://secondpresby.org/small-group-registration-form/) - [gravityform id="50" title="false" description="false"]
- [Our Church History](https://secondpresby.org/about/our-history/) - Second Presbyterian Church: More than 200 years of Presbyterian History in Baltimore In 1790, application was made to the Baltimore Presbytery to organize a second Presbyterian congregation on the east side of the city. Dr. Patrick Allison, Pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, preached frequently in Fells Point where a portion of his congregation resided,
- [Tower Newsletter Archive](https://secondpresby.org/about/tower-newsletter/) - Beginning in 2019, The Tower newsletter is published quarterly. Click on the links below to download pdf copies. 2020 Newsletters Fall 2020 TowerSummer 2020 TowerSpring 2020 Tower 2019 Newsletters Winter 2019-2020 TowerFall 2019 TowerSummer 2019 TowerMarch 2019 TowerMid-Winter 2019 Tower 2018 Newsletters December 2018 TowerNovember 2018 TowerOctober 2018 TowerAugust-September 2018 TowerJune-July 2018 TowerMay 2018
- [Bells@Second Registration](https://secondpresby.org/bells-registration/) - Please read Second's Covenant below before registering to attend a Bells@Second rehearsal. Register here. THE COVENANT In response to the current COVID-19 pandemic, I promise, with God’s help and to the best of my ability, to abide by the regathering guidelines of Second Presbyterian Church for participating in the life of the congregation. In fulfillment
- [Sign Up to Receive the Friday Flyer](https://secondpresby.org/friday-flyer/) - [gravityform id="22" title="false" description="false"]
- [Visitor form](https://secondpresby.org/visitor-form/) - [gravityform id="43" title="true" description="true"]
- [Give Now](https://secondpresby.org/give-now/) - Each of you must give as you have made up your mind, not reluctantly or under compulsion. For God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to provide you with every blessing in abundance so that by always having enough of everything, you may share abundantly in every good work. 2 Corinthians 9:7-8 Make
- [MLK Day of Service 2020](https://secondpresby.org/mlk-day-of-service-2020/) - January 20, 2020 This January, the community of churches along N. Charles Street in Baltimore are coming together to serve our community. This is a great way for us learn about local mission programs, meet new people, and be the presence of Christ in someone else's life. Click Here to Volunteer for the MLK Day
- [Christmas Eve Children's Preludes](https://secondpresby.org/worship/preludes/) - Celebrating God’s Gift to Us and Offering Our Gifts to the Christ Child What can I give Him, Poor as I am? If I were a shepherd I would bring a lamb, If I were a wise man, I would do my part, Yet what I can I give Him— Give my heart. Children who
- [Youth Permission Form](https://secondpresby.org/youth-permission-form/) - [gravityform id="41" title="true" description="false"]
- [Second Church](https://secondpresby.org/second-church/)
- [About](https://secondpresby.org/about/)
- [Rally Day 2018](https://secondpresby.org/rally-day-2018/) - We celebrate the beginning of a new Sunday School year for children, youth, and adults with our annual Rally Day picnic. Join us on Sunday, September 9, for worship at 10 AM followed by the picnic on the church lawn with great food, fun (moonbounce, pony rides, petting zoo and charicatures) and fellowship. All are
- [Stephen Minister Discernment Form](https://secondpresby.org/stephen-minister-discernment-form/) - [gravityform id="38" title="false" description="false"]
- [Waiver of Liability and Hold Harmless Agreement](https://secondpresby.org/liability-waiver/) - 1. In consideration for my participation or my child’s participation on our Second Presbyterian Mission Trip, I hereby release, waive, discharge and covenant not to sue The Second Presbyterian Church of Baltimore, its trustees, officers, agents, volunteers, chaperones and employees from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions and causes of action whatsoever arising out
- [Youth Covenant Statement](https://secondpresby.org/youth-covenant-statement/) - I have willingly chosen to participate in Second Presbyterian Church’s Youth Ministry. As a participant, I will work towards the goals of SPC Youth Ministry and building our group into a Christian community by… ❖ Participating whole-heartedly and enthusiastically in all the activities planned for our group and also being respectful of the entire group’s
- [Medical Treatment & Release](https://secondpresby.org/medical-treatment-release/) - I hereby give permission for the Second Presbyterian Church and it’s agents to apply first aid treatment and consent for the use of their judgment in securing; medical treatment and ambulance service and authorizing any other emergency treatment in case a parent/guardian cannot be promptly contacted. In such circumstances, I also authorize the doctor designated
- [Youth Trip Participation Release Form](https://secondpresby.org/youth-trip-release-form/) - [gravityform id="34" title="false" description="false"]
- [Easter Worship@Second](https://secondpresby.org/easter-worship-at-second/) - Holy Week@Second Church "The Lord has risen indeed!" Luke 24:34. Discover the hope of the Resurrection this Easter. PALM SUNDAY: MARCH 25 10 AM Single Worship Service MAUNDY THURSDAY: MARCH 29 7 PM Worship in the Smith Hall GOOD FRIDAY: MARCH 30 12 PM Worship (Chapel) 7 PM Tenebrae Worship (Sanctuary) EASTER SUNDAY: APRIL 1 6:45
- [Friday Flyer E-Newsletter](https://secondpresby.org/news-events/friday-flyer/) - The Friday Flyer is Second's weekly church e-newsletter to inform you of everything that is happening at the church in the upcoming week. Fill out the form below to subscribe to the Friday Flyer. [gravityform id="22" title="false" description="false"]
- [Congregational Time and Talent Questionnaire](https://secondpresby.org/time-and-talent-questionnaire/) - [gravityform id="32" title="false" description="true"]
- [Govans Ecumenical Development Corporation (GEDCO)](https://secondpresby.org/govans-ecumenical-development-corporation-gedco/) - GEDCO website GEDCO began with the realization that the elderly members of our congregation and other congregations in North Baltimore were in need of affordable housing and dignified care as they aged. It has grown to become a stand-alone non-profit corporation with the following mission: "In partnership with faith communities, GEDCO provides affordable housing with supportive
- [Activities for Children](https://secondpresby.org/care-serve/activities-for-children/) - [supsystic-slider id=7 position="center"] Second is a great place for kids! There always someplace for your kids to plug in and play… Musicals and Pageants Kids who like to sing and perform can participate in musicals that are occasionally performed during worship like "Moses and the Freedom Fighters" or for our annual Christmas pageant. Fun Fellowship
- [Adult Fellowship & Small Groups](https://secondpresby.org/care-serve/fellowship-groups/) - Growth in faith occurs not only through worship and education, but also through joyful fellowship with other Christians. Through fellowship with each other we also build community. At Second the spirit of Christian community is very much alive. There are small groups that meet regularly and special events and activities for all ages held periodically
- [Building Faith in the Future Fund](https://secondpresby.org/building-faith-in-the-future/) - Our present church home—the third in our 214-year history—has witnessed nearly 100 years of worship, weddings, baptisms and funerals; choirs glorifying God with their voices and instruments; young and old enjoying meals and fellowship in Smith Hall; children learning about Jesus’ love and young people eagerly climbing the steep ladders to the top of the
- [Membership at Second Presbyterian](https://secondpresby.org/about/membership/) - Membership at Second Presbyterian We invite all who trust and believe in Jesus as Lord and Savior and who have a desire to join with us in our ministry and fellowship to join us as a member. Membership gatherings are held periodically (usually Spring and Fall), when a ‘critical mass’ of people have
- [Get Involved](https://secondpresby.org/about/get-involved/) - We invite you to explore our website to learn about all that is going on at Second Church. There are many ways for adults, youth and children to get involved for fellowship, learning, support, desire to give back, and fun. Here are a few: Small study/discussion groups that meet at the church or in member
- [Christian Education](https://secondpresby.org/christian-education/) - Whether for children or adults, we believe that Christian Education is an important centerpiece for increasing knowledge and understanding of our faith. Children experience the love of Jesus Christ and to learn what it means to be His Child through age-appropriate lessons. Adult educational programs involve study of the faith, Bible exploration, Christian life in society, and
- [CARES Food Pantry](https://secondpresby.org/cares-food-pantry/) - Thanks to all who contributed food and produce this summer to the pantry. Every pepper and peanut butter jar makes a difference. We collect non-perishables each week for CARES in our Mission Corner, so when you do you weekly grocery run, don’t forget to pick ups few extra cans or jars for a family in
- [Glendy Burying Ground](https://secondpresby.org/glendy-burying-ground/) - Among the earliest actions the founding elders of Second Presbyterian Church took after erecting a church building was to buy land for a burying ground. In 1807 Second purchased about three acres at 1200 North Broadway at the intersection with Gay Street. They paid $1,051 (about $17,000 in today’s money) at auction. In early nineteenth
- [Mission Book Group](https://secondpresby.org/mission-book-group/) - Confessions of a Welfare Mother by Barbara Morrison June 29, 2016 at 7pm Westcott Room of laziness and public assistance programs only rewarded irresponsibility. However, when her marriage soured, she abruptly found herself an impoverished single mother. Disowned by her parents and facing destitution for herself and her two small sons, she was forced to
- [Prayer Shawl Ministry](https://secondpresby.org/care-serve/prayer-shawl-ministry/) - Our Prayer Shawl Ministry group meets once a month, usually on the fourth Wednesday evenings at 7:00 PM in each other’s homes. We gather to knit and crochet prayer shawls, baby blankets, chemo caps – whatever might give comfort and care to someone going through a tough time. Love and prayers get knit right in. Needless
- [Worship Comment Form](https://secondpresby.org/worship-comment-form/) - Please tell us about your experience in worship by filling out the form below. The Worship council will take these comments and use them to improve our time together. We can't promise that every suggestion will be adopted, but we do promise that you'll get a prompt and thoughtful response (if you include your name and
- [Building Use](https://secondpresby.org/building-use/)
- [Photo Albums](https://secondpresby.org/news-events/photo-albums/)
- [Weddings & Baptisms](https://secondpresby.org/worship/weddings-baptisms/) - Weddings at Second Christian marriage is a joyous and celebratory event in the life of the church. A church wedding is a service of worship before God that acknowledges the need for the presence of God in your relationship. To assist in planning for the wedding ceremony and to ensure the sacredness of the service
- [Upcoming Events](https://secondpresby.org/upcoming-events/)
- [Photo Gallery](https://secondpresby.org/news-events/photo-gallery/)
- [Facilities Use Request Form](https://secondpresby.org/facilities-use-request-form/) - [gravityform id="20" title="true" description="true"]
- [Child & Youth Forms](https://secondpresby.org/learn/child-protection-covenant/) - Download pdf copies of forms as needed. Youth Release & Medical Form Child Protection Covenant One important aspect of Christian ministry is to express and give witness to the love of God through Word and action. This is how the church reveals God’s vision and Kingdom of justice in the world. Expressions of God’s love
- [Contact Form](https://secondpresby.org/contact-form/) - You can use a form builder plugin like Contact Form 7 to add a contact form anywhere. Insert contact form plugin's shortcode here
- [Past Events](https://secondpresby.org/past-events/)
- [Media Embeds](https://secondpresby.org/media-embeds/) - WordPress lets you embed video, audio and other media directly into your content. Read the Embeds page on WordPress.org for details. You can also upload your own audio and video files to be embedded into your content. This theme adds responsive support for embeds so that they look nice on mobile devices. Here are a
- [Worship](https://secondpresby.org/worship/) - Worship is the focal point of Christian life in community. It is the starting point for education, fellowship, and service for people of all ages. Worship is the beginning and end of our corporate Christian lives. In a corporate service of baptism we are brought into the fellowship of the Church and the finality of
- [Young Adults](https://secondpresby.org/learn/young-adults/) - Transformers Bible Study - Sundays at 10 a.m. Our casually designated college age through young 30s group meets for on Sundays at 10 a.m. in the manse or seminar room. Currently, Transformers are studying the book, "Blue Like Jazz" by Donald Miller. It is an autobiography of a young man who grows up in the
- [Learn](https://secondpresby.org/learn/) - This page is under construction.
- [News & Events](https://secondpresby.org/news-events/) - This page is under construction.
- [Care & Serve](https://secondpresby.org/care-serve/) - This page is under construction.

## Events

- [Laura Lootens Concert](https://secondpresby.org/events/laura-lootens-concert/) - Concerts in America presents Laura Lootens
- [Choir Rehearsal](https://secondpresby.org/events/choir-rehearsal-2/) - Make a joyful noise! Our Chancel Choir offers music weekly during the program year (September - May). A combination of volunteer and professional voices, all are welcome to offer their vocal gifts.
- [Sunday School](https://secondpresby.org/events/sunday-school-5/)
- [Practicing the Practice](https://secondpresby.org/events/practicing-the-practice/)
- [Summer Picnic](https://secondpresby.org/events/summer-picnic/)
- [StoryTime for Kids and Babies](https://secondpresby.org/events/storytime-for-kids-and-babies/)
- [Sunday School](https://secondpresby.org/events/sunday-school-4/) - We hold Sunday School weekly at 9:30 AM in person during the school year for children from pre-school through grade 12.
- [Worship Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/single-worship-service-2/)
- [Worship Service - 10:30](https://secondpresby.org/events/worship-service-3/)
- [Worship Service - 8:30](https://secondpresby.org/events/worship-service/) - Join us for worship.
- [Confirmation](https://secondpresby.org/events/confirmation/) - “Missional confirmation can be a seedbed for developing a new generation of disciples committed to the way of Christ. Adolescence is the perfect time to challenge teenage church members to a compelling vision of compassion and generosity, a time to take healthy risks in reflective conversations with trusted adults.” -M.D. Hinds Youth ages 11-17 are
- [Easter Egg Hunt](https://secondpresby.org/events/easter-egg-hunt-2/) - Join us for fun and fellowship at our annual Easter Egg Hunt and Reception following our Easter service. Sweets and treats for all ages.
- [Easter Worship Service - 10:00](https://secondpresby.org/events/easter-worship-service-1000/) - He is Risen! He is Risen, Indeed! Join us in celebrating the Resurrection of our Savior, Jesus Christ this Easter.
- [1st and 3rd Thursdays Bible study](https://secondpresby.org/events/thursdays-bible-study/) - Join us every 1st and 3rd Thursday morning at 7 AM on Zoom for Bible study and prayer. We will be spending time in prayer for ourselves, for our church, and for our world.
- [Bell Choir Rehearsal](https://secondpresby.org/events/bell-choir-rehearsal/) - Make a joyful noise! Join our handbell choir. No experience necessary. Rehearsals are at 6:00 on Thursday evenings.
- [Good Friday Worship](https://secondpresby.org/events/good-friday-worship/) - Remembering the Crucifixion and Death of Jesus. This service will take place in-person.
- [Maundy Thursday Worship](https://secondpresby.org/events/maundy-thursday-worship/) - Remembering the Last Supper and the Night That Followed. Service to include Sacrament of the Lord's Supper.
- ["Behold" Art Show Viewing Time](https://secondpresby.org/events/behold-art-show-viewing-time/) - You’re Invited to Behold A Lenten Art Experience We warmly invite you to Behold—a contemplative art show for the Lenten season featuring twelve original works by living artists, each inspired by a moment from Scripture. Whether you’re drawn to visual beauty, seeking a meaningful spiritual practice, or simply curious to explore sacred stories through fresh
- ["Behold" Art Show Opening](https://secondpresby.org/events/behold-art-show-opening/) - You’re Invited to Behold A Lenten Art Experience We warmly invite you to Behold—a contemplative art show for the Lenten season featuring twelve original works by living artists, including Charles Ford, Herman Williams, LuAnn Zubak, and even one of our members! Each work is inspired by scripture. Whether you’re drawn to visual beauty, seeking
- [Ash Wednesday Worship](https://secondpresby.org/events/ash-wednesday-worship-2/) - Join us in the Chapel as we enter the season of Lent with a reflective service. This Ash Wednesday we will gather for music, prayer, reflection, and the traditional Imposition of Ashes.
- [WMS Meeting](https://secondpresby.org/events/wms-meeting/)
- [Annual Congregational Meeting](https://secondpresby.org/events/annual-congregational-meeting-2/) - Our annual congregational meeting to review 2025 reports, receive the 2026 budget, vote on the pastor’s terms of call, and elect officers will take place on Sunday, February 8th at 11 AM following worship. The meeting will take place in Smith Hall with a Chili Cook-Off! Use this link to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090A49A4A829A57-61851586-chili#/
- [CANCELLED - Community Concert](https://secondpresby.org/events/community-concert-6/) - CANCELLED -- To be rescheduled JAN 25, 2026 | 3:30PMBRIAN GANZ, PIANO Widely regarded as one of the leading pianists of his generation and a preeminent interpreter of Chopin, Brian Ganz has appeared as soloist with such orchestras as the St. Louis Symphony, the St. Petersburg Philharmonic, the Baltimore Symphony, the National Symphony (USA), the
- ["Prince of Egypt" Movie Screening](https://secondpresby.org/events/prince-of-egypt-movie-screening/)
- [MLK Day of Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/mlk-day-of-service-2/) - Check out these amazing service opportunities, then scroll to the button to sign up. Thank you! In case of inclement weather, please return to this sign-up sheet for up-to-date information. Some of these opportunities may be canceled or postponed. OPPORTUNITIES Service Lock-In Join St. Phillips Annapolis and Cathedral of the Incarnation overnight to learn about
- [Scripture Circle Bible Study](https://secondpresby.org/events/scripture-circle-bible-study/) - You're Invited to join Emily for Bible Study group every Tuesday at 10:00 AM in the Westcott Room. Whether you're a regular or just dropping in, all are welcome! This is a casual, open gathering, and you are free to come and go as your schedule allows. Our study will focus on the Scripture for the following week’s sermon, giving us a chance
- ["Noon" Year's Eve](https://secondpresby.org/events/noon-years-eve/) - Ring in the New Year at noon instead of midnight! Join us for a family friendly New Year's Eve party in Smith Hall with dancing, music, snacks, and a countdown to 12:00 noon on December 31
- [Sunday 10 AM Worship Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/sunday-10-am-worship-service/) - Our 10:00 AM worship service is offered in-person in the Sanctuary.
- [Christmas Eve Candlelight Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/christmas-eve-candlelight-service/) - Join us in person for a candlelit Christmas Eve service at 8 PM. Welcome the Christ Child with songs and scripture. Enjoy music from the Chancel Choir, a brass quintet, organ, and other guest musicians to help lead this magnificent worship service. The prelude music will begin approximately 20 minutes before the start of the
- [Christmas Eve Candlelight Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/christmas-eve-candlelight-service-2/) - A Christmas worship service for all ages! Come in your most festive Christmas getup, ready to celebrate the birth of the Christ Child. Join us for an exuberant and casual service that is accessible to all God’s children.
- [Holy Strollers](https://secondpresby.org/events/holy-strollers/) - All are invited to join on Wednesday mornings at 9:30am (weather permitting) for our "Holy Strollers" walking group! We meet at the Glass Doors on Stratford and walk around local neighborhoods and Sherwood Gardens. Dogs, strollers, friends/family are all welcome to join! We hope that spending time walking together outdoors will help to nourish the
- [Senior Fellowship Friendsgiving](https://secondpresby.org/events/senior-fellowship-friendsgiving/) - You're Invited to Our Senior Fellowship Friendsgiving Luncheon!Thursday, November 16th at 11:30amSmith Hall Come join us for our second Senior Fellowship gathering—a special Friendsgiving Luncheon filled with good food, heartfelt conversation, and the joy of community. Bring your favorite holiday side or dessert to share, especially if you have a great memory or story about
- [Kids and Youth Christmas Performance](https://secondpresby.org/events/kids-and-youth-christmas-performance/)
- [Adult Seminar](https://secondpresby.org/events/adult-seminar-4/) - Transported two thousand years into the past, readers are introduced to Antipas, a Roman civic leader who has encountered the writings of the biblical author Luke. Luke's history sparks Antipas's interest, and they begin corresponding. While the account is fictional, the author is a highly respected New Testament scholar who weaves reliable historical information into
- [Community Concert](https://secondpresby.org/events/community-concert-12/) - JUNE 7, 2026 | 3:30PMRACHEL LEE PRIDAY, VIOLIN Sponsored by the children of John Boland in honor of his 90th birthday. Praised for her “dazzling dexterity,” “whirling bravura,” and “irresistible panache” (Chicago Tribune), violinist Rachel Lee Priday presents a solo recital of virtuoso violin repertoire—including a selection of Bach Partitas along with new works from Fluid Dynamics,
- [Community Concert](https://secondpresby.org/events/community-concert-11/) - MAY 31, 2026 | 3:30PMMUSICIANS OF THE BALTIMORE SYMPHONY ALYSSA MORRIS: Coastal KaleidoscopeMarcia McHugh, flute; Melissa Hooper, oboe; Lura Johnson, pianoGYÖRGY KURTÁG: Hommage a R. Schumann, Op. 15dLura Johnson, piano; Jacob Shack, viola; Vitor Trindade, clarinet and bass drumBERNARD HERRMANN: Clarinet Quintet, “Souvenirs de Voyage”Yao Guang Zhai, clarinet; Ivan Stefanovic and Chisa Kodaka, violins; Jacob Shack,
- [Community Concert](https://secondpresby.org/events/community-concert-10/) - MAY 3, 2026 | 3:30PMSTILETTO BRASS Sponsored by Polly & Bruce BehrensFormed in 2010, Stiletto Brass Quintet have gained recognition as a leading ensemble in performances with Doc Severinsen and the Heartland Festival Orchestra, and at the International Women’s Brass Conference, where audiences responded with rousing ovations. Concerts followed on stages across the country. Their energetic and
- [Community Concert](https://secondpresby.org/events/community-concert-9/) - APRIL 12, 2026 | 3:30PMTOMMY MESA, CELLO Sponsored by Leslie & Tom Owsley Cuban-American cellist Dr. Tommy Mesa has established himself as one of the most charismatic, innovative, and engaging performers of his generation. A Deutsche Grammophon artist, Mesa is the recipient of Lincoln Center’s 2025 Avery Fisher Career Grant and the Sphinx Organization’s 2023
- [Community Concert](https://secondpresby.org/events/community-concert-8/) - MAR 29, 2026 | 3:30PMMUSICIANS OF THE BALTIMORE SYMPHONY GRAZYNA BACEWICZ: Piano Quintet No. 1Agnes Tse and Adam Wu, violins; Colin Sorgi, viola; Jeremy Tai, cello; Wan-Chi Su, piano BORIS PIGOVAT: Sonata No. 2 for Viola and PianoPeter Minkler, viola; Wan-Chi Su, piano JOHANNES BRAHMS: String Quartet No. 3 in B-flat Major, Op.67Ivan Stefanovic and
- [Community Concert](https://secondpresby.org/events/community-concert-7/) - MAR 15, 2026 | 3:30PMBIRCKHEADjazz sextet Saxophonist Brent Birckhead and his sextet perform original music from his 2024 album “Cacao” along with beloved jazz standards and some unexpected tunes. A Baltimore native, he has performed with legends like Lauryn Hill, Nas, SWV and Wale. Birckhead released his debut album in 2019 and followed up with
- [Community Concert](https://secondpresby.org/events/community-concert-5/) - NOV 30, 2025 | 3:30PMMUSICIANS OF THE BALTIMORE SYMPHONY ELLEN TAAFE ZWILICH: Quintet for Clarinet and StringsHolly Jenkins & Kevin Smith, violins; Jacob Shack, viola; Jaime An, cello; Vitor Trindade, clarinetJEAN FRANÇAIX: Wind QuartetMelissa Hooper, oboe; Christine Murphy, flute; Vitor Trindade, clarinet; Schuyler Jackson, bassoonJOHANNES BRAHMS: Piano Quartet No. 1 in G minorBoram Kang, violin;
- [Community Concert](https://secondpresby.org/events/community-concert-4/) - NOV 9, 2025 | 3:30PMWARREN WOLF & PAN AMERICAN VIBESvibes, percussion, bass, piano Sponsored by Beth & Mark FelderPraised as "one of the finest vibraphonists of our time" (Nextbop Jazz), Warren Wolf is an international touring musician and composer who has played in top venues across the planet. Along the way, he has recorded and
- [Community Concert](https://secondpresby.org/events/community-concert-3/) - OCT 26, 2025 | 3:30PMMERZ TRIOpiano, violin, cello Praised for their "fresh and surprising interpretations" (BBC), the award-winning Merz Trio have made a sweep of recent US chamber awards, taking top prizes at the 2021 Naumburg, 2019 Concert Artists Guild, 2019 Fischoff, and 2018 Chesapeake Competitions. Their program, “Alma Mahler Goes West,” consists of works
- [Community Concert](https://secondpresby.org/events/community-concert-2/) - SEP 21, 2025 | 3:30PMMUSICIANS OF THE BALTIMORE SYMPHONY AMY BEACH: Sonata for Violin and Piano in a minor, Op.34Ivan Stefanovic, violin; Lura Johnson, pianoCHEN-YU HUANG: Taiwanese Folk SongsTrio Sirènes: Marcia McHugh, flute; Karin Brown, viola; Jacqueline Pollauf, harp; Maria Broom, narratorBRIAN PRECHTL: The Seven Chakras *Trio Sirènes* world premiereJOHANNES BRAHMS: Piano Trio No. 2
- [Community Concert](https://secondpresby.org/events/community-concert/) - Sep 14, 2025 at 3:30pmLIMMIE PULLIAM, TENORMARK MARKHAM, PIANO Sponsored by Dr. Paul Sponseller, in Memory of Amy J. Sponseller, who loved sharing CC2nd concerts with family Hot on the heels of his spectacular Carnegie Hall debut, the incredibly talented vocalist Limmie Pulliam and pianist Mark Markham present a concert of spirituals and opera arias. A dramatic tenor, Pulliam thrills audiences
- [AA](https://secondpresby.org/events/aa/)
- [First Fruits Farm Outing](https://secondpresby.org/events/first-fruits-farm-outing/) - Save the Date for a special Family-Friendly outing and mission opportunity! Register here: https://cerv.is/0020rFAMILYMINISTRY First Fruits Farm is a nonprofit, Christian ministry dedicated to providing fresh, nutritious food for the hungry through volunteer service and community partnerships. The Farm is blessed beyond measure by God's goodness, provision, and faithfulness. Little did we know when First Fruits Farm
- [Senior Fellowship Brunch](https://secondpresby.org/events/senior-fellowship-brunch/) - Our Senior Fellowship Brunch will be a special opportunity for Second's seniors and older adults. Gather with friends, old and new, for a meal and fellowship time. We'll share history, learn about each other, and share our vision for the next phase of ministry and community for adults at Second! More information and registration to
- [Worship service](https://secondpresby.org/events/worship-service-2/) - Join us for worship!
- [Back to School Sunday!](https://secondpresby.org/events/back-to-school-sunday/) - It's Back to School Sunday! Let's welcome the new school year for ourselves and our neighbors. Bring your donations of School Supplies for Walter P. Carter, unCUFFED ministries, and Mentoring Male Teens in the Hood at 9:30. We'll bless our backpacks during the worship service, then all who are interested in Sunday School will gather
- [Deacons Meeting](https://secondpresby.org/events/deacons-meeting/) - Scheduled meeting of the Board of Deacons at Second Presbyterian Church.
- [Trustees Meeting](https://secondpresby.org/events/trustees-meeting/) - Scheduled meeting of the Board of Trustees at Second Presbyterian Church.
- [Session Meeting](https://secondpresby.org/events/session-meeting/) - Scheduled gathering of The Session of Second Presbyterian Church.
- [CANCELED - The Kings Brass Concert](https://secondpresby.org/events/the-kings-brass-concert/) - **THIS CONCERT HAS BEEN CANCELED** Second Presbyterian presents "The King's Brass" in concert! Known for their "unforgettable concert experience of music and ministry," this group consisting of 3 trumpets, 3 trombones, tuba, and percussion & keys will present a free concert in the sanctuary of Second Presbyterian Church during their east coast tour. The event
- [Summer Sunday Playdates](https://secondpresby.org/events/summer-sunday-playdates/) - Get the wiggles out before service! Join us for some playtime on the patio in front of the main church entrance starting at 9:30am. Outdoor games and arts & crafts for all ages provided.
- [Kick-Off Sunday Celebration](https://secondpresby.org/events/kick-off-sunday-celebration/) - Join us for lunch, fellowship, and old-fashioned carnival games as we kick off our program year. Let's celebrate the new year together as a community of faith!
- [Christian Education](https://secondpresby.org/events/christian-education/)
- [New Member Class](https://secondpresby.org/events/new-member-class/) - If you would like to learn what membership at Second means and why it matters, join Pastor Andy for a two-part class "Exploring Membership," held from 9:30-10:15 am on April 27th and May 4. Together we'll learn about why commitment to community matters, and have the opportunity to make that commitment by joining as members of Second.
- [Easter Egg Hunt](https://secondpresby.org/events/annual-easter-egg-hunt/)
- [Earth Day Prayer Gathering](https://secondpresby.org/events/earth-day-prayer-gathering/) - Join Emily for a special Prayer Walk in Sherwood Gardens to honor creation.
- [Ash Wednesday Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/ash-wednesday-service/) - Join us for a traditional Ash Wednesday service in the chapel. Gather to welcome the season of Lent, pray, and receive Ashes. This service will be held in the Chapel.
- ["Teach Us to Pray" Series book Discussion](https://secondpresby.org/events/teach-us-to-pray-series-book-discussion-2/) - “Teach Us to Pray” Series Book Discussion (Weeknight Option) Together we will read Lord, Teach Us by William H Willimon & Stanley Hauerwas, working through the Lord’s Prayer alongside our next sermon series. Contact Emily Park to receive the zoom link.
- ["Teach Us to Pray" Series Book Discussion](https://secondpresby.org/events/teach-us-to-pray-series-book-discussion/) - Together we will read Lord, Teach Us by William H Willimon & Stanley Hauerwas, working through the Lord's Prayer alongside our next sermon series.
- [Christmas De-Decorating](https://secondpresby.org/events/christmas-de-decorating/) - Help us take down the trees, wreaths, and other festive trimmings to welcome the next liturgical season.
- [Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/rev-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-day-of-service/) - Various Sites and Times. Click the link to learn more! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090A49A4A829A57-54027538-mlkday
- [Mission Council](https://secondpresby.org/events/mission-council-3/)
- [Congregational Meeting and Chili Cook Off!](https://secondpresby.org/events/congregational-meeting-and-chili-cook-off/)
- [Placing Poinsettias around the Church](https://secondpresby.org/events/placing-poinsettias-around-the-church/) - We need helpers to place poinsettias in the Sanctuary and the Chapel on Saturday, December 21, at 9 AM. If you are able to help, please contact the church office.
- [Christmas Music Sunday](https://secondpresby.org/events/christmas-music-sunday/) - Join us for worship! Gather in the Sanctuary for a single, 10AM service featuring music from all of Second’s ensembles, plus a few friends! After the service, we will celebrate the Christmas season together with a potluck luncheon. Also, don’t forget to bring your Angel Tree gift!
- [Worship Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/summer-worship-service/) - Join us for worship both in-person in the sanctuary and online on Second's Youtube channel.
- [summer worship - chapel](https://secondpresby.org/events/summer-worship-chapel/)
- [Summer Worship - Sanctuary](https://secondpresby.org/events/summer-worship-sanctuary/)
- [Blue Christmas @ Second](https://secondpresby.org/events/blue-christmas-second/) - Are you exhausted by preparations for the holiday? Does this time of year make you feel sad or lonely? Is the grief you feel as a result of the death of someone or something in your life weighing heavily on you as the world around celebrates and parties? Do you want to be a caring
- ["A Christmas Story"  Shadow Puppet Theater](https://secondpresby.org/events/a-christmas-story-shadow-puppet-theater/) - Join Bells@Second and friends for a special Shadow Puppet performance. SPC member, Don Scott, will narrate. Refreshments will be provided by the Bell Choir
- [Holly Jolly Christmas Party](https://secondpresby.org/events/holly-jolly-christmas-party/) - Plan to join us after the 10:30 worship service to enjoy food, games, carols, and crafts!
- [Christmas Eve Family Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/christmas-eve-family-service/) - Join us in person for our 5 PM family service on Christmas Eve with traditional Christmas music, a fresh child-centered telling of the Christ story, and candlelighting.
- [Advent Wreath-Making](https://secondpresby.org/events/advent-wreaths/) - The family-friendly tradition of making Advent Wreaths to usher in the holiday season at Second continues this year on the Sunday after Thanksgiving. We will gather in Smith Hall on Sunday, November 27th at 9:30 AM. All materials will be provided.
- [Decorating the Church for Christmas](https://secondpresby.org/events/decorating-the-church-for-christmas/) - It is that time again to begin decorating the church during Advent. We especially need many hands that can help “fluff” the Christmas trees and put them up on Saturday, December 4 starting at 9 AM, meeting in Smith Hall. This is a wonderful time for the Second Family to gather and socialize during these
- [Sunrise Easter Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/sunrise-easter-service/) - Celebrating the Resurrection at nearby Sherwood Gardens.
- [Mission Mondays](https://secondpresby.org/events/mission-mondays/) - Mission Monday Collections Every Monday from 10 AM - 12 PM we collect items needed by some of our mission partners. Please drop them off at the Westcott Entrance on the Charlcote Road side of the church (or leave in the Mission Corner on Sundays.) Note that sandwiches and casseroles are still be accepted in
- [Souper Bowl of Caring](https://secondpresby.org/events/souper-bowl-of-caring/) - Since the first Souper Bowl of Caring on the 1990 Super Bowl Sunday, over $170 million has been reported donated to local food charities across all fifty states with over 300,000 unique groups participating. Every dollar donated to Souper Bowl of Caring creates over $20 for food charities. We unite communities to tackle hunger. Please
- [Called Congregational Meeting](https://secondpresby.org/events/called-congregational-meeting/) - The Session has called a Congregational Meeting for Sunday, February 6, 2022, immediately following the 10:30 am service for the purpose of acting on a recommendation from the Session to postpone the annual meeting this year to late February or sometime during the month of March. Please note that the meeting will be hybrid in
- [Presidents' Day](https://secondpresby.org/events/presidents-day/) - The church office is closed for Presidents' Day.
- [Women's Bible Study/Prayer Circle](https://secondpresby.org/events/womens-bible-study-prayer-circle/) - Rev. Amy Carlson leads a monthly women's Bible study and prayer circle on the fourth Monday of each month at 7 PM on Zoom. Contact Amy if you would like to learn more about this group or receive the Zoom link.
- [The Bible Guys](https://secondpresby.org/events/the-bible-guys/) - The Bible Guys The Bible Guys generally meets on the second Thursday of the month at 7 AM in the Westcott Room. Join us for good discussions, good coffee and doughnuts. No prior experience required. Contact Rev. Randy Clayton for additional information.
- [Churches of Charles MLK Day of Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/mlk-day-of-service/) - This MLK Day (January 17, 2022), the community of churches along N. Charles St. are coming together once again to serve our community, honoring the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. This is a great way for us learn about local mission programs, meet new people, and be the presence of Christ in
- [Trustees](https://secondpresby.org/events/trustees/) - The Board of Trustees meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 7 pm, usually in the Manse, but on Zoom during the pandemic.
- [Single worship Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/single-worship-service/) - On Sunday, December 26th, we will hold only one worship service at 10 AM in the Chapel. The service will take place in person and be livestreamed to YouTube.
- [Sunday 10:30 AM Worship Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/1030-am-worship-service/) - Our 10:30 AM worship service is offered in-person in the Sanctuary. To protect all who enter the church, we require masks inside and strongly encourage physical distancing. Livestreamed Service The early 8:30 AM service is livestreamed on YouTube. You may watch the service live beginning at 8:30 AM (the video will not appear before it is
- [Early Worship Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/early-bird-communion-service/) - Our 8:30 AM early worship service is offered in-person in the Chapel and livestreamed on YouTube. To protect all who enter the church, masks are required inside and we strongly encourage physical distancing. LIVESTREAMED SERVICE You may watch the service on YouTube live beginning at 8:30 AM (the video will not appear before it is
- [Family Mission & Movie Night](https://secondpresby.org/events/family-mission-movie-night/) - Join us tonight for a family mission project to assemble toiletry kits for homeless Baltimoreans and then a Christmas movie. Contact Andrea Hughes at ahughes@secondpresby.org with any questions.
- [Las Posadas](https://secondpresby.org/events/las-posadas/) - Las Posadas is a Latin American Christmas tradition. In this nine night celebration people, often children, representing Mary and Joseph take part in a procession that goes from door to door guided by an angel seeking posada, or lodging. At each home they stop and sing songs, but the innkeepers turn them away until the final stop
- [Service of Healing and Wholeness at Christmastime](https://secondpresby.org/events/service-of-healing-and-wholeness-at-christmastime/) - A worship service by candlelight in the chapel to feed our soul and slow our minds as we wait and prepare to receive the real gift of Christmas. All ages are welcome.
- [Youth Group Flashlight Corn Maze](https://secondpresby.org/events/youth-group-flashlight-corn-maze/) - Faith | Fun | S’moresOur middle and high school youth are invited to a fun trip to a corn maze at night. We'll also make s'mores by a fire. Meet at Second Presbyterian at 6 PM and then we'll carpool out to the corn maze. The cost is $10 per person at the entrance. Bring
- [Trunk-or-Treat](https://secondpresby.org/events/trunk-or-treat/)
- [Youth Group](https://secondpresby.org/events/youth-group-3/) - Youth Group for all Middle and Senior High Youth meet weekly on Sunday afternoons on Zoom for a time of Bible Study, recreation, and community building. We meet together with youth from First English Lutheran! Contact Rev. Amy Carlson at acarlson@secondpresby.org to receive the Zoom link.
- [Tapas, Talk & Theology](https://secondpresby.org/events/tapas-talk-theology-4/) - Tapas, Talk and Theology reconvenes for its first fall meeting on Friday, September 17. We are an eclectic group which meets on every other Friday evening in member homes and studies the Bible, accessible theologians, and other scripturally based materials. Our September book is One Blood: Parting Words to the Church on Race and Love by
- [Bells@Second Rehearsal](https://secondpresby.org/events/handbell-choir-rehearsal/) - The Bells@Second handbell choir for children and adults generally rehearses weekly on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm in Smith Hall. New members are always welcome. For information, contact Beau Lochte.
- [Choir Rehearsal](https://secondpresby.org/events/choir-rehearsal/) - The Chancel Choir generally rehearses weekly on Thursday evenings at 7:30 pm in Smith Hall. If you are interested in singing in the choir, contact our choir director, Philip Olsen.
- [Deacons](https://secondpresby.org/events/deacons/) - The Board of Deacons usually meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 7 pm except in July, and December. Meetings normally take place in the Westcott room, but during the pandemic are usually on Zoom.
- [Session](https://secondpresby.org/events/session/) - The church Session meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 7 pm, normally in the Westcott Room, but on Zoom during the pandemic.
- [Early Fall Adult Forum Series](https://secondpresby.org/events/early-fall-adult-forum-series/) - “We Are Presbyterian: A Presbyterian Primer” Sundays, 9:30 AM in the Chapel & On Zoom This is an overview of what it means to be Presbyterian. It is designed for long time Presbyterians who want a “refresher,” those who may be interested in considering uniting in membership with Second Presbyterian, and those who are just
- [Rally Kick-Off Sunday](https://secondpresby.org/events/rally-kick-off-sunday/) - Join us on Sunday, September 12th for an opportunity to celebrate our students and kick off a new season at Second Presbyterian Church.Following the 10 AM worship service we will gather outside for a coffee bar, music on the carillon, and games for the kids.
- [end-of-Summer Church Picnic](https://secondpresby.org/events/end-of-summer-church-picnic/) - Make sure to mark Sunday, August 22, 12 PM—4 PM on your calendar!We will gather after worship at Gunpowder State Park (Hammerman Area) for an afternoon of sun, swimming, picnic foods, and fellowship!
- [Summer Vespers Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/summer-vespers-service/) - Bring a chair or blanket and join us for an outdoor Vespers service on Wednesday evening, July 21st at 7 PM.
- [Intergenerational Service Day](https://secondpresby.org/events/intergenerational-service-day/) - The Peace & Justice Committee, Christian Nurture Council, and Mission Council invite you to join residents of Greenmount West for a Neighborhood Beautification day! In a program organized by The Center, there will be litter removal, harvesting at a community orchard, helping some older community members with small projects, park maintenance, and more. A portion
- [Vacation Bible School](https://secondpresby.org/events/vacation-bible-school/) - We are excited to be returning in person for our 14th annual Churches of Charles Vacation Bible School for children ages three through fifth grade. We have made some changes, however, to keep our children, who are not yet able to be vaccinated, safe. VBS will take place outside on a large grassy area at
- [Adult Seminar](https://secondpresby.org/events/adult-seminar/) - During the pandemic, our weekly Adult Seminar will meet online via Zoom on Sundays at 11 AM following worship. You will need to log onto a different Zoom link for the adult seminar. The link is available in the chat at the end of the service, in the Friday Flyer, or you may email Julie
- [Family Movie Night](https://secondpresby.org/events/family-movie-night/) - Bring a blanket and some chairs for a family movie night on Saturday, May 15 at 7 PM on the church lawn. The movie to be selected that evening by popular vote.
- [Easter Carillon Concert](https://secondpresby.org/events/easter-carillon-concert/) - Our handbell director, Beau Lochte, will hold an Easter Carillon Concert on the Smith Hall balcony (near St. Paul and Stratford). We invite up to 40 people to join us, masked and socially-distanced, on the church lawn to enjoy the concert. Bring a chair.Advance Registration is required: Advance Registration During COVID – Second Presbyterian Church
- [Easter Virtual Worship](https://secondpresby.org/events/easter/) - This Easter we will hold an in-person Sunrise Service at 7 AM on the front steps of the church (or in the Sanctuary in the event of rain) for up to 40 people and a virtual 10 AM worship service livestreamed on Second Presbyterian's YouTube channel. Advance Registration is required to attend the 7 AM
- [Mission Council](https://secondpresby.org/events/mission-council-2/) - The Mission Council generally meets on the first Thursday of the month at 7 PM. During the pandemic the meeting takes place online. Contact Fay Miller for details.
- [Mid-Week Musical Meditations](https://secondpresby.org/events/mid-week-musical-meditations/) - As part of our continued worship during Lent, Alex Ashman will be leading a special time of prayer, meditation, and reflection through music on Wednesday evenings at 7 PM in the chapel. The program will be available on YouTube live on Wednesday, but can be viewed at your convenience: https://youtube.com/channel/UCYbEBS1mTpiW1x3YGjzFyzw Keeping within our existing group
- [Palm Sunday - Virtual Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/single-10-am-worship-service-3/) - On Palm Sunday, March 28th, we will hold an in-person service for up to 40 people at 8 AM in the Sanctuary, followed by a virtual service on Zoom and Facebook at 10 AM. Register to attend 8 AM Early Bird Service: Worship Registration Form – Second Presbyterian Church Contact the church office for Zoom
- [Palm Sunday Early Bird](https://secondpresby.org/events/single-10-am-worship-service/) - On Palm Sunday, March 28th, we will hold an in-person service for up to 40 people at 8 AM in the Sanctuary, followed by a virtual service on Zoom and Facebook at 10 AM. Register to attend 8 AM Early Bird Service: Worship Registration Form – Second Presbyterian ChurchContact the church office for Zoom link:
- [Second/Knox Presbyterian Lunch & Learn](https://secondpresby.org/events/second-knox-presbyterian-lunch-learn/) - Acts: N.T. Wright for Everyone Bible Study Guides Wednesdays, January 6—March 17, 12 PMSpend a rewarding and interesting hour on Zoom with members of Knox Presbyterian Church.The study is led by George Fisher, a retired professor from Johns Hopkins University. Join us for thought provoking conversation, interpreting passages in the Bible as they relate to
- [Ash Wednesday Worship](https://secondpresby.org/events/ash-wednesday-worship/) - Join us on Zoom for a meaning Ash Wednesday worship service. We suggest that you bring a small amount of soil and water.
- [Ash Wednesday Drive Through Ashes](https://secondpresby.org/events/ash-wednesday-drive-through-ashes/) - Pastor Amy will be imposing ashes on Ash Wednesday from 12 PM - 1 PM and 5 PM-6PM outside the church. Just drive up Stratford Road and proceed towards the St. Paul's end of street.
- [Valentine's Day Family Mission Activity](https://secondpresby.org/events/valentines-day-family-mission-activity/) - Come join us in showing love for healthcare workers at an indoor, “drive by” event on Sunday, February 14th between 2-4 pm. Children of all ages can come to Smith Hall, drop off the cards they’ve made in Sunday School that will be delivered to nurses and caregivers at St. Joseph's Hospital, sign a banner
- [Advent Friday Family Fun Night](https://secondpresby.org/events/advent-friday-family-fun-night/) - Join us on Friday, December 18, at 6:30 pm on Zoom for an evening of Christmas themed games. Zoom Linkhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81229285665Meeting ID: 812 2928 5665 Contact Andrea Hughes with any questions.
- [Mission Book Group](https://secondpresby.org/events/mission-book-group/) - We meet monthly to read and discuss a range of books, both fiction and non-fiction, that expand our understanding of the human experience as lived by many different kinds of people. We generally meet on the third Wednesday of the month at 7 pm in the Westcott Room, but for the duration of the epidemic
- [Zoom Bible Study: Book of Psalms](https://secondpresby.org/events/zoom-bible-study-book-of-psalms/) - The Book of Psalms has been called the ‘Prayer Book of the Bible.’ Some of the Bible’s most famous images and phrases are found in this remarkable collection of 150 gathered writings. Some of them are so familiar we know them by heart, and others sound odd, foreign and incomprehensible. Join us, along with members
- [Stewardship Council](https://secondpresby.org/events/stewardship-council-2/) - The Stewardship Council generally meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 7 PM. Chuck Harlan chairs the council.
- [Christian Nurture Council](https://secondpresby.org/events/christian-nurture-council/) - Our Christian Nurture Council which guides our Christian Education program and fellowship events meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 6 pm. Shay Herman chairs this council.
- [Mind.Body.Soul Spiritual Yoga](https://secondpresby.org/events/mind-body-soul-spiritual-yoga/) - Spiritual wholeness is a nourishment of the mind, body, and soul. We invite all to join on Sunday, May 31st at 4:00 pm for yoga with spiritual readings and scripture. Yoga instructor Marvin Shiflett will lead us in this spiritual exercise.All ages, abilities, and experience are welcome! All you need is:• comfortable clothes• comfortable surface
- [Zoom Noon Prayer](https://secondpresby.org/events/zoom-noon-prayer/) - We invite you to join us on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 12 Noon for a short prayer and time to chat. Of course, if you need personal pastoral care, please contact Rev. Tom Blair, Rev. Amy Carlson, or Rev. Jenn DiFrancesco directly. Link: https://zoom.us/j/238758021Phone: 1-646-558-8656Meeting ID: 238 758 021 Noon Pop-Up Prayer Schedule: Monday:
- [Bible Study of the Parables](https://secondpresby.org/events/bible-study-of-the-parables/) - We begin a new weekly Bible study of Jesus' Parables from May 6th through July 1st on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 pm (except third Wednesdays). Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86238666191?pwd=cmZLVG8yZ0VVYTRFTW9NbDEvVndCdz09Dial In: 646-558-8656Meeting ID# 862 3866 6191Password: 198585
- [Breakfast Casseroles for Manna House](https://secondpresby.org/events/breakfast-casseroles-for-manna-house/) - Manna House is feeding over 800 individuals each week. Help by preparing a breakfast casserole for Manna House. Deliver your frozen casserole in a covered 13x9 disposable pan to the church office door between 12 pm-2 pm on Friday, May 8. We are collecting 50 pans of breakfast casseroles. You are welcome to use the
- [Good Friday Worship](https://secondpresby.org/events/good-friday-evening-worship/) - Our Good Friday evening worship will take place at 7 pm on Friday, April 9th, online via Zoom. A Service of Solemn Remembrance“A Lonely Death, but Not Alone” Link: https://zoom.us/j/352452639Dial-In: 1-646-558-8656Meeting ID# 352 452 639 View the Good friday Worship Bulletin
- [Maundy Thursday Dinner & Worship](https://secondpresby.org/events/maundy-thursday/) - We will hold a Maundy Thursday Dinner (remotely in your home) and Worship Service via Zoom on April 9th. Details to be posted soon.
- [Adult Seminar: Reinhold Niebuhr](https://secondpresby.org/events/adult-seminar-3/) - America’s Greatest Theologian, His Impact and Relevance for Today—Reinhold Niebuhr (1892-1971) If he was alive today, we would be hearing much from Reinhold Niebuhr. He did not hold back his thoughts on religion and politics. The author of the “Serenity Prayer”, a piece he scribbled out for worship at Bethel Evangelical Church in Detroit, where
- [Single 10 AM Worship Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/single-10-am-worship-service-5/) - We will hold a single 10 AM worship service in the Sanctuary on May 17th for Banner Sunday celebrating the end of the Christian Education year.
- [Single 10 AM Worship Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/single-10-am-worship-service-2/) - This Sunday we will hold a single worship service at 10 AM in the Sanctuary followed by our annual pancake breakfast and congregational meeting at 11 AM.
- [Christmas Eve: A Service of Christmas, Candlelight & Communion](https://secondpresby.org/events/christmas-eve-a-service-of-word-song/) - Join us for our late candlelight Christmas Eve service at 11 pm in the sanctuary. Communion will be served. You do not need to be a member of this church or even Presbyterian to receive communion. All are welcome to partake.
- [Christmas Eve Service of Lessons, Carols & Candlelight](https://secondpresby.org/events/christmas-eve-festival-of-lessons-carols/) - Join us for our 8 pm Candlelight Christmas Eve service of lessons, carols and candlelight.
- [Alternative Gift Market](https://secondpresby.org/events/alternative-gift-market/) - Find great holiday gifts while supporting good causes at Second Presbyterian Church's annual Alternative Gift Market. All proceeds support Second's mission outreach efforts. Look for beautiful handmade Afghan rugs, jewelry and scarves from the Afghan Women's Exchange; Infused Spreads Jams; jewelry and ornaments from AlonzAJewels and Uniquely Vetty Designs, notecards; paintings and knit items from
- [Advent Wreath Making](https://secondpresby.org/events/advent-wreath-making/) - Join us on the first Sunday in Advent for this favorite post-Thanksgiving activity. We will be making Advent Wreaths in Smith Hall during the Christian Education Hour at 10 am. Adults and children welcome. There will be no Sunday School on this day.
- [Christmas Pageant Sunday](https://secondpresby.org/events/christmas-pageant-sunday/) - Our annual Christmas pageant will take place during a single 10 AM worship service on Sunday, December 8. After worship, the Alternative Gift Market will take place from 11 am - 2 pm in Smith Hall . Find some great gifts while supporting our mission partners.
- [Fall Festival](https://secondpresby.org/events/fall-festival/) - On Sunday, October 27, we will worship together as a congregation during a single 10 am worship service and then celebrate the season with a Fall Festival including trunk-or-treating, food trucks, and musical entertainment by our own Liz Sesler-Beckman's Jazz Caravan band. You are invited to decorate their trunks with a spook-tacular theme, bring lots
- [Youth Group](https://secondpresby.org/events/youth-group-2/) - Our middle and high school youth group meets weekly (with a few exceptions) on Sunday afternoons from 4– 5:30 PM. Middle and high schoolers meet at the same time, but have separate tracks alternating between “holy conversations” and recreational activities followed by a shared dinner. Youth from First English Lutheran have joined Second’s youth this
- [World Communion Sunday](https://secondpresby.org/events/world-communion-sunday/) - Rev. Mary Ann McKibbon Dana, author of God Improv and the Art of Living, will be our guest preacher at both services for World Communion Sunday. She will also lead the adult seminar at 10 AM.
- [Rally Day Worship & Picnic](https://secondpresby.org/events/rally-day/) - We celebrate the beginning of a new Sunday School year for children, youth, and adults with our annual Rally Day picnic. Join us on Sunday, September 8, for worship at 10 AM followed by the picnic on the church lawn with great food, fun (moonbounce, pony rides, and petting zoo) and fellowship. All are welcome.
- [Pop Up Worship in the Park](https://secondpresby.org/events/pop-up-worship-in-the-park/) - Join us for a special early morning pop-up worship service in Sherwood Gardens on Sunday, August 4 at 7 AM near the intersection of Greenway and Stratford. We will be joined by some special musicians (accordion, banjo, guitar, ukulele, violin, voice, handbells) playing African-American spirituals.
- [Outdoor Vespers Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/outdoor-vespers-service/) - On Sunday, August 18th, we will once again experience worship through an outdoor vespers service. With nature’s beauty surrounding us, we will worship God through a service of music, praise and a celebration of the mystery of His creation. It will be a sacred moment filled with the love of God and trust that God
- [Summer Worship](https://secondpresby.org/events/summer-worship/) - During the summer months from Memorial Day through Labor Day, we switch our worship schedule to one service at 10 am. The service is held in the chapel and combines elements of our more casual 9 am service and traditional 11 am service.
- [Tuesdays at 10 Bible Study](https://secondpresby.org/events/tuesdays-at-10-bible-study/) - Please join us as we view a video then participate in the Bible-based dialogue that follows and enjoy the congenial Christian fellowship ever present when we meet. All of our sessions begin at 10 am, last for about one and one-half hours and are held at the church in Meeting Room E. (Please use glass door
- [Good Friday- Noon Worship](https://secondpresby.org/events/good-friday/) - Good Friday worship is held at the church at 12 pm and 7 pm. The noon service will be held in the chapel and the evening one in the sanctuary.
- [Pancake Breakfast](https://secondpresby.org/events/pancake-breakfast/) - Come for our annual pancake breakfast. Blueberry pancakes; Chocolate chip pancakes; Plain pancakes; Bacon; Sausage Fresh Fruit Mix of Strawberries, Blackberries & Blueberries Orange juice, Apple Juice, Coffee, Milk, Maple Syrup, Butter, etc. Children: $3.00 Adults: $5.00 Families: $20 maximum
- [Annual Congregational Meeting](https://secondpresby.org/events/annual-congregational-meeting/) - The annual congregational meeting is called for Sunday, February 3rd during the 10 am Christian education hour in the chapel. The purpose of the meeting is to review annual reports, receive the 2019 budget, vote on the pastors’ 2019 terms of call, and elect officers. Copies of the annual report will be made available prior to
- [Annual Christmas Party](https://secondpresby.org/events/annual-christmas-party/) - Second Church Annual Christmas Party Enjoy a festive evening of fellowship and fine food at Second's annual Christmas party. James and Katherine Edwards have graciously offered to host this year's party in their home. Suggested $20 per person donation. Contact Julie Evans for additional details. Childcare will be available at the church, if requested. Contact Amy
- [Decorating the Church](https://secondpresby.org/events/decorating-the-church/) - There are 8 major artificial trees and one small pull up tree. We need at least 2 to 3 people for each tree, so if we have many people we get them up quickly for just about an hour of your time. We need everyone to come together as a Second Family to decorate the
- [Gingerbread Church Making](https://secondpresby.org/events/gingerbread-church-making/) - Our youth and all families are invited on Sunday evening at 5 pm on November 25th for a new Advent activity. We will be making gingerbread churches—though perhaps not as fancy as the example pictured. RSVP to Amy at acarlson@secondpresby.org so we know how many to expect.
- [12th Day of Christmas Congregational Lunch](https://secondpresby.org/events/12-day-of-christmas-lunch/) - This year, we will hold our annual Christmas Lunch on the 12th Day of Christmas, January 6, 2019. All are invited to join us in Smith Hall at 11 AM following a single 10 am worship service. The seated hot meal will be served family style. Please bring a side or dessert.
- [Prayer Shawl Ministry](https://secondpresby.org/events/prayer-shawl-ministry/) - The Prayer Shawl Ministry of knitters and crocheters generally meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month in members' homes. We’re working on shawls and baby blankets, and will begin knitting chemo caps. Recipients continue to be touched by the love and prayers that come with these soft wraps – perhaps we knitters benefit the
- [Adult Seminar](https://secondpresby.org/events/adult-seminar-2/) - Our Adult Sunday School takes place on Sunday mornings during the 10 AM -11 AM Christian Education hour in the Westcott Room from September through May. Come at 9:45 AM for coffee and a chance to catch up with friends or make new acquaintances. Then at 10 AM we settle in for discussions on a
- [Sunday School](https://secondpresby.org/events/sunday-school/) - On Sunday mornings, we have a dedicated team prepared to care for your children and teach them about God and Christ’s boundless love. Sunday school meets between the two services from 10 AM to 11 AM from September through May. Occasionally, when one service is held at 10 AM, Sunday School will meet at 9
- [Second@9 Worship Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/secondat9-worship/) - Second Church welcomes you to a vigorous and family-focused worship service at 9 AM on Sundays. The music, featuring our Second@9 Band, is varied in style and high in energy using piano, guitar, and drums, along with beautifully blended voices.. Even the youngest members of your family will be comfortable at this service as they
- [Mission Council](https://secondpresby.org/events/mission-council/) - The Mission Council generally meets on the first Thursday of the month at 7 pm in the Westcott Room. Contact Rev. Jenn DiFrancesco to confirm the meeting.
- [Helping Hands](https://secondpresby.org/events/helping-hands-2/) - If you like to chop, mix, stir, sauté, or just help other people, we can find a job for you! The first Thursday of each month, we gather in the church kitchen about 9 a.m. to put together 20 casseroles and cookies for the homeless and the hungry. This is a fun way to get
- [Labor Day: Church Office Closed](https://secondpresby.org/events/church-office-closed/) - The Church office is closed for Labor Day.
- [11 AM Worship Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/11-am-worship-service/) - This more traditional Christian worship service is held at 11 AM on Sundays. Whether a lifelong Presbyterian or a newcomer to church life, you will find this service to be both familiar and invigorating. Singing of hymns, reading of scripture, the pastor’s sermon, a time with the children, and anthems from the Chancel Choir, and
- [Youth Group](https://secondpresby.org/events/youth-group/) - Our youth in 7th - 12th grades will meet on Saturday, May 19, at 11 am at the church to rehearse the skit for Youth Sunday (May 20).
- [Fifth Sunday Mission: Feed and Serve](https://secondpresby.org/events/feed-and-serve/) - On months when there is a 5th Sunday, we do a congregation-wide special mission project. On April 29th, we will join in the fellowship of a pancake breakfast (the feed) and are collecting peanut butter, jelly, and bread to make sandwiches for Our Daily Bread (the serve). Even If you can’t join us for sandwich-making
- [Junior Youth Group Lock-In](https://secondpresby.org/events/youth-lock-in/) - Youth in grades 5-7 are invited to an overnight lock-in at the church on Saturday, April 14. Drop off at 7:30 pm. Friends are welcome. Let Amy know if your child wants to participate.
- [Alpha & Omega Junior and Senior Youth Groups](https://secondpresby.org/events/alpha-omega-youth-group-sundays/) - This year our youth group is divided into two groups: Junior Youth Group (5th—7th grades) and the Senior Youth Group (8th—12th grades). We generally meet on the first (Alpha) and last (Omega) Sundays of the month during the school year for evenings of food, games, fellowship, and open and engaging discussions on topics relevant to teens.
- [Lenten Ladies Bible Study](https://secondpresby.org/events/lenten-ladies-bible-study-7/) - Our weekly Ladies Lenten Bible Study of the Gospel of Luke began this Friday. While each week will connect, you do not have to come every week to participate. Please come based on what days work best for your schedule. We will meet at 10 am in the Westcott Room. Coffee and Pastries will be
- [Annual Ski Trip](https://secondpresby.org/events/annual-ski-trip/) - The traditional youth ski weekend returns this year. We will travel over the Presidents' Day holiday weekend. The cost will be $150 per person including ski rentals, or $100 if the youth is bringing his/her own skis. Friends are welcome. (More details to come.) Please RSVP as soon as possible to Amy, but absolutely by
- [Alpha & Omega Junior & Senior Youth Groups](https://secondpresby.org/events/alpha-omega-youth-group/) - This year our youth group is divided into two groups: Junior Youth Group (5th—7th grades) and the Senior Youth Group (8th—12th grades). We generally meet on the first (Alpha) and last (Omega) Sundays of the month during the school year for evenings of food, games, fellowship, and open and engaging discussions on topics relevant to teens.
- [Pageant Dress Rehearsal](https://secondpresby.org/events/pageant-dress-rehearsal/) - Contact Seth Long with any questions regarding the pageant or rehearsals.
- [Pageant Rehearsal](https://secondpresby.org/events/pageant-rehearsal-2/) - Contact Seth Long regarding the pageant and rehearsals.
- [Pageant Rehearsal](https://secondpresby.org/events/pageant-rehearsal/) - Contact Seth Long at sethtlong@hotmail.com regarding the pageant and rehearsals.
- [Sunday School](https://secondpresby.org/events/sunday-school-2/) - On Sunday mornings, we have a dedicated team prepared to care for your children and teach them about God and Christ’s boundless love. Sunday school meets between the two services from 9:55 to 10:55 AM from September through May. Occasionally, when one service is held at 10 AM, Sunday School will meet at 9 AM.
- [Churches of Charles Thanksgiving Dinner & Worship Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/churches-of-charles-thanksgiving/) - Join the five Churches of Charles for our annual joint Thanksgiving worship service and supper. This year we will gather at Second Presbyterian. Enjoy music of the combined choirs from all our churches. Revs. John and Katie Callaway of University Baptist Church will deliver the message. Childcare is available. Dinner will be at 6 pm,
- [Blessing of the Animals](https://secondpresby.org/events/blessing-of-the-animals/) - Our pets are a blessing to us….Join us in blessing them. Bring your pet (or a photo of your pet) to a blessing of the animals on Sunday afternoon, October 22, at 4 PM. If the weather is good, we will hold the service in front of the church, if not, we will gather in
- [Christian Education Council](https://secondpresby.org/events/christian-education-council/) - The Christian Education Council generally meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 6 pm. Contact Amy Carlson to confirm the meeting.
- [Special Vespers Service of Healing and Wholeness](https://secondpresby.org/events/special-vespers-service-of-healing-and-wholeness/) - In response to the mass shooting that occurred over the weekend, we invite you to join us tomorrow, Wednesday, October 4, at 7 pm for a vespers service in the sanctuary. Please come for a prayerful service of healing and wholeness.
- [Stewardship Council](https://secondpresby.org/events/stewardship-council/) - The Stewardship Council generally meets on the second Wednesday of the month at 7 pm in the Seminar Room. Contact Chuck Harlan to confirm the meeting.
- [Confirmation Sunday](https://secondpresby.org/events/confirmation-sunday/) - We will hold a single 10 AM worship service for Confirmation Sunday. Join us after the service to celebrate our new confirmands with an "O's" tailgater on the church lawn: whiffle ball, corn hole, hot dogs and hamburgers.
- [Tapas, Talk & Theology](https://secondpresby.org/events/tapas-talk-theology-2/) - We are currently engaged in a study of the “Zombie Apocalypse” led by Amy Carlson. We generally meet every other Friday evening at 7:00 pm with a light supper in a participant’s home followed by discussion. For meeting date, location and other information, please contact Becky Ferrell at rrussferr@verizon.net.
- [Easter Egg Stuffing](https://secondpresby.org/events/easter-egg-stuffing/) - Help stuff eggs for the Easter egg hunt after the 11 am worship service. Contact Amy Carlson if you can help.
- [Presence Not Presents - Slowing Down to See the Savior](https://secondpresby.org/events/presence-not-presents-slowing-down-to-see-the-savior/) - A worship service by candlelight to feed our soul and slow our minds as we wait and prepare to receive the real gift of Christmas. All ages are welcome.
- [Prayer Shawl Ministry](https://secondpresby.org/events/prayer-shawl-ministry-2/) - The Prayer Shawl Ministry meets most months on the fourth Wednesday evenings at 7:00 PM in each other’s homes. We gather to knit and crochet prayer shawls, baby blankets, chemo caps – whatever might give someone who is going through a rough time a touch of comfort and care. Our love and prayers get knit right
- [Harford House Thanksgiving Eve Dinner](https://secondpresby.org/events/harford-house-thanksgiving-eve-dinner/) - One of our bigger mission partnerships is supporting GEDCO’s Harford/Micah House—places where men and women make the transition from being homeless to being able to live on their own. One of the most wonderful events of the year is sharing Thanksgiving with these men and women who are so grateful to be alive, to be
- [Day of Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/day-of-service/) - On Monday, October 12th (Columbus Day), the Church of Charles are coming together to serve Baltimore. There will be knitting opportunities, cooking, lunch/dinner serving, shelf stocking, clean-ups, harvesting, and clothes-sorting just to name a few throughout the day and evening.
- [Vespers Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/vespers-service/) - Join us for a candlelit vespers service on Tuesday, October 4th at 7 pm in the sanctuary.
- [Woodbourne-McCabe Back-to School Supply Drive](https://secondpresby.org/events/woodbourne-mccabe-back-to-school-supply-drive/) - Woodbourne-McCabe Neighborhood: Back to School Drive and Celebration The Uptown Metro Ministry (13 PC(USA) churches in north-central Baltimore) are coming together to help the Woodbourne-McCabe neighborhood with their Back to School Celebration. The churches are collecting school supply items and asking volunteers to help with the event on Saturday, August 27. We will putting together
- [Second Day at the O's](https://secondpresby.org/events/second-day-at-the-os/) - When the Orioles take on the Houston Astros 12:30 PM LUNCH; 1:35 PM GAME Left field club level seats under cover (lunch: unlimited hot dogs, nachos, salad, popcorn, peanuts, soft drinks, ice cream) $38/TICKET Make checks payable to Second Presbyterian Church. Reserve your tickets ASAP by calling or emailing Julie Evans in the church office at
- [Community Concerts at Second](https://secondpresby.org/events/community-concerts-at-second/) - Chamber Music by Candlelight Chamber music performed by members of the BSO Program Violin Sonata in A Major César Franck (1822 – 1890) arr. Jules Delsart (1844 – 1900) Allegretto ben moderato Allegro Recitative – Fantasia: Ben moderato Allegretto poco mosso Bo Li, cello; Lura Johnson, piano Bagatelles, Op. 14/d György Kurtág (b. 1926) Furious
- [Assembling Gallons of Love](https://secondpresby.org/events/assembling-gallons-of-love/) - Gallons of Love During May, we are collecting the following items that can be placed in one of designated bins in our newly renovated mission corner. We will assemble the bags during the Christian Education hour, 10 am on Sunday, May 29. All are welcome. This is a great family mission activity. Items needed for Gallon of
- [Gallons of Love](https://secondpresby.org/events/gallons-of-love/) - During May, we are collecting the following items that can be placed in one of designated bins in our newly renovated mission corner. Items needed for Gallon of Love: Granola bars travel size toothpaste/toothbrush travel size hand lotion travel size soap travel size hand sanitizer washcloth hard candy small pack of tissues small bottle of
- [BoxTops for Education](https://secondpresby.org/events/boxtops-for-education/) - We continue our collection of BoxTops with close to 800 now collected. The BoxTops are currently going to to Margaret Brent Elementary/Middle School, a Title 1 school, located in Charles Village. Please bring your BoxTops to church and place them in the BoxTops bin located in the Mission Corner.
- [Change For Change](https://secondpresby.org/events/change-for-change/) - This month Second is collecting your loose change. Loose change to make a huge difference, especially when it goes to Presbyterian Disaster Assistance. Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) is working in collaboration with our partner the ACT (Action by Churches Together) Alliance to respond to the earthquakes in Ecuador and Japan, providing support to those suffering
- [Synergy Youth Group](https://secondpresby.org/events/synergy-youth-group/) - Our middle and high school student youth group generally meets on the second Sunday of the month at 4 pm at the church. For information contact Amy Carlson at acarlson@secondpresby.org.
- [Walter P Carter Food Pantry](https://secondpresby.org/events/walter-p-carter-food-pantry-2/) - Walter P Carter Elementary/Middle School is 1 of 66 schools in the US to receive a Meals for Minds food pantry grant. The hope is to make access to nutritious food easy young developing brains and their families. Each month, over 8,000 pounds of food is delivered to the school. Many hands are need to
- [First Fruits Farm](https://secondpresby.org/events/first-fruits-farm/) - First Fruits Farm needs help planting thousands of tomato and pepper plants. This an event for all ages, kids to adult. Please bring gloves and water and dress to get dirty. No sandals or flip-flops, please. Contact Andrew Birmingham at 443-798-1919 or abirmingham@jmt.com with questions. Directions: Travel north on I-83 to Exit 31, Middletown Road. Turn left (west) onto Middletown Road for 4.6 miles. Turn right (east) onto Freeland Road for 0.6 miles to driveway on right.
- [Walter P. Carter Food Pantry](https://secondpresby.org/events/walter-p-carter-food-pantry/) - Each month, Walter P. Carter Elementary/Middle School is 1 of 66 schools across the country receiving fresh foods and staples because of Target’s Meals for Minds program. This program makes groceries easy and accessible at school. Many types of volunteers are necessary to make this happen each month. If you would like more information please
- [Holy Rollers Running Ministry](https://secondpresby.org/events/holy-rollers-running/) - We will meet at the church at 8 am (Charlcote side by Westcott entrance) for a refreshing run ending with coffee and conversation. Join us as we engage in ministry outside the walls of the church and nourish our mind, bodies, and spirits. Questions? Contact Amy Carlson at acarlson@secondpresby.org.
- [Easter Sunrise Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/easter-sunrise-service/) - We will gather in Sherwood Gardens to welcome the risen Lord at sunrise.
- [Compline Worship Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/compline-service/) - The word compline refers to the final church service of the day in the historical Christian tradition of canonical hours. It is a service of contemplation and reflection. “From dust we shall come… and to dust we shall return” Genesis 3:19 These bodies of ours are finite. Our souls, however, continue to live on in the
- [Tapas, Talk & Theology](https://secondpresby.org/events/tapas-talk-theology-3/) - The Tapas, Talk and Theology Bible Study is currently engaged in a 12-lesson series based on the book Augustine: Philosopher and Saint. Long before Augustine was declared a saint by the Church, he gained profound influence as both a Church Father and a Christian Platonist philosopher. We meet every other Friday evening at 7:00 pm with
- [Community Concerts at Second](https://secondpresby.org/events/community-concerts-at-second-5/) - Vega Quartet With a mission to create and cultivate a new generation of passionate and educated chamber music lovers, the critically-acclaimed Vega Quartet’s playing has "a kind of clean intoxication to it, pulling the listener along” and “a deceptive simplicity and fluidity.” This quartet in residence at Emory University will perform works by Beethoven, Janácek,
- [Community Concerts at Second](https://secondpresby.org/events/community-concerts-at-second-4/) - Chamber Music by Candlelight February 21, 2016 7:30pm BSO musicians in a candlelit setting. Program Trio in E Major for Oboe d’amore, Horn and Bassoon Johann Gottlieb Graun (1703 – 1771) Allegro Largo Allegro Michael Lisicky, oboe d’amore; Fei Xie, bassoon; Philip Munds, horn Piano Quartet No. 1 in G minor, Op. 25
- ['Mazing Mission BingoBlast](https://secondpresby.org/events/mazing-mission-bingoblast/) - Fun for all ages at Second Presbyterian that benefits Afghan Women's Fund & Manna House Bingo Cards: $1 Dinner and Snacks for Sale 50/50 Raffle and chance to win one-of-a-kind white elephant prizes contributed by Second Presbyterian members. Helpers and Prizes Needed for BingoBlast The Mission Council welcomes your help with the first ever "Mazing
- [Community Concerts at Second](https://secondpresby.org/events/community-concerts-at-second-6/) - Prima Trio Originally connected by their native Russian language at Oberlin Conservatory in 2004, the Prima Trio has since become a powerhouse in the chamber music world. Winners of many prestigious competitions as both an ensemble and solo performers, pianist Anastasia Dedik, clarinetist Boris Allakhverdyan, and violinist Gulrukh Gurevich will captivate with works by Schumann,
- ["Welcoming the Stranger: Discovering and Living God's Heart for Immigrants"](https://secondpresby.org/events/welcoming-the-stranger-discovering-and-living-gods-heart-for-immigrants/) - Wednesday Evenings, February 17-March 16 7-8:30 pm in the Westcott Room Immigration is one of the most complicated issues of our time. Voices on all sides argue strongly for action and change. Christians find themselves torn between the desire to uphold laws and the call to minister to the vulnerable. In this book study, we will read,
- [Men's Bible Study](https://secondpresby.org/events/mens-bible-study/) - All men are invited to join our monthly Men’s Bible Study.
- [Candlelighters](https://secondpresby.org/events/candlelighters-2/) - Our next gathering of the Candlelighters' women's group will be November 30th at 7:00 pm. Our reading is The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas. As you read consider these three questions... 1.) Who might be the "child in the basement" in our society? 2.) Do you believe "good" should be what benefits the greatest amount of
- [Children's Christmas Sing-Along & Storytelling](https://secondpresby.org/events/childrens-christmas-sing-along-storytelling/) - On December 20th in place of Sunday school, we will have a special treat for our children at 9 am in the Chapel. The children will sing along to favorite Christmas carols and enjoy the talents of a special storyteller. (Parents and the young-at-heart welcome too.) A single worship service will follow at 10 am in the
- [Sunday Worship Service](https://secondpresby.org/events/sunday-worship-service/) - Summer Worship - September 6, 2015 Matthew 28:1-10 "A Suffering, Resurrected Savior" The Rev. Dr. Tom Blair 10 AM - Sanctuary Worship is the focal point of Christian life in community. It is the starting point for education, fellowship, and service for people of all ages. Worship is the beginning and end of our corporate
- [Habitat for Humanity Build Day at McCabe](https://secondpresby.org/events/habitat-for-humanity-build-day-at-mccabe/) - Construction continues! Come and be a set of helping hands to hammer and paint, along with whatever else needs doing. It is a great fellowship opportunity with members from Second and other local congregations. No construction skills or tools needed. To sign up and for more information, contact Ray Herman: rjherman@comcast.net or 410-627-3629.
- [Pageant Information Meeting](https://secondpresby.org/events/pageant-information-meeting/) - All parents whose children are interested in participating in the annual Christmas pageant on Sunday, December 6, should attend this information meet in the manse. Please contact Amy Carlson (acarlson@secondpresby.org) or Seth Long (sethtlong@gmail.com) if you can’t attend that Sunday.
- [Holy Rollers Running Ministry](https://secondpresby.org/events/holy-rollers-running-ministry/) - Running has become a bit of a spiritual practice for me and I hope that this unique style of fellowship could be a way for our community to engage in ministry outside the walls of the church and nourish our mind, bodies, and spirits. Our first run will be Saturday, October 11, at 9 am.
- [Tapas, Talk & Theology](https://secondpresby.org/events/tapas-talk-theology/) - Our new study will be based on the book The Reason for God by Timothy Keller, senior pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Manhattan, NY. Keller has compiled a list of the most frequently voiced "doubts" that skeptics bring to his Manhattan church; here, he dismantles each of them.
- [Community Concerts at Second](https://secondpresby.org/events/community-concerts-at-second-3/) - Barbara Dever & Phillip Collister Since her debut as Amneris in Aida at the Metropolitan Opera, Barbara Dever has been in demand throughout the world for the dramatic mezzo-soprano operatic and concert repertoire. An extensive bass-baritone soloist in opera, oratorio, and in recital, Phillip Collister maintains an active performing and directing career. Watch the two
- [Community Concerts at Second](https://secondpresby.org/events/community-concerts-at-second-2/) - Boris Slutsky & Friends Join us as three internationally acclaimed virtuosi come together for an intimate concert experience. Long-time friends, pianist Boris Slutsky, violinist Dmitri Berlinsky, and cellist Suren Bagratuni are sure to impress in this unforgettable concert of works by Schubert and Shostakovich. Piano Trio No. 1 in B-flat Major, D. 898 Franz Schubert
- [Serve Breakfast at Manna House](https://secondpresby.org/events/serve-breakfast-at-manna-house/) - Second Presbyterian has been a long-time supporter of Manna House. We need 8 volunteers to serve breakfast on September 12th.
- [Helping Hands](https://secondpresby.org/events/helping-hands/) - Our Daily Bread needs the casseroles of hunter’s stew for 200 and delicious oatmeal chocolate chip cookies that we make each month.
- [Pick Tomatoes & Corn at First Fruits Farm](https://secondpresby.org/events/pick-tomatoes-corn-at-first-fruits-farm/) - First Fruits Farm has lots of corn and tomatoes for the picking. They need every single helper so event helping for an hour or two will be a great blessing. This is a great activity for the kids!
- [Intergenerational Summer Sunday School](https://secondpresby.org/events/intergenerational-summer-sunday-school/) - “Come to the Waters” Join us in the Westcott Room at 9 am ALL ARE WELCOME INCLUDING MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOLERS! (Nursery care & activities for Pre-k—5th grade will be provided.)
- [An Afternoon at the Ballpark](https://secondpresby.org/events/an-afternoon-at-the-ballpark/) - Join us in August for an afternoon at Camden Yards when the Orioles take on the Twins Sunday, August 23 12:30 lunch; 1:30 game Gather in the party area at the Flag Court near left field at 12:30 pm for a lunch of hot dogs, pulled pork sandwiches, sides and unlimited sodas and beer. Then
- [Second Church Summer Luncheon](https://secondpresby.org/events/summer-luncheon/) - Join us for a Second Church Summer Luncheon Sunday, June 28, 11:30 AM At the home of Barbara Matheson* 202 Kemble Rd, Baltimore, 21218 (within walking distance of the church) $5 per person; $10 per family (children welcome) Bring a side, dessert or beverage. RSVP at tinyurl.com/summer-lunch-RSVP or call the church office at 410-467-4210.

## Locations

- [Our Location](https://secondpresby.org/locations/our-location/) - We are located in the historic north Baltimore neighborhood of Guilford, close to the Johns Hopkins University Homewood Campus and Loyola University Maryland. Parking Street parking is available on Saint Paul Street, Charlcote Road and Stratford Road, and in the surrounding residential area. Note: Some weekday rush hour parking restrictions are in place on Saint

## People

- [Larry Cereso](https://secondpresby.org/people/larry-cereso/) - Larry Cereso is a native of Toledo, Ohio, and has worked as an office manager for a law firm in Las Vegas, Nevada, as well as a manager for Ulta Beauty. Prior to coming on board at Second, he served as the Facilities Manager at the Cherry Hill Presbyterian Church in Dearborn, Michigan. Larry oversees
- [Joanna Bradley](https://secondpresby.org/people/joanna-bradley/) - As a graduate of the University of Maryland and Carnegie Mellon University, Joanna Bradley has held a variety of jobs throughout her career and is proud to bring her diverse experience to this role. Joanna oversees administration of the office and finances of the ministry of Second Presbyterian. Joanna also works part time for Charm
- [Gwen Van Velsor](https://secondpresby.org/people/gwen-van-velsor/) - Gwen oversees Second’s ministry to children, young people, and families while pursuing ordination in the Lutheran church (ELCA) as a seminarian at United Lutheran Seminary. She also serves on the student council and as a representative to Proclaim, a Lutheran LGBTQ+ ministry group. She has experience teaching special education, starting a publishing non-profit supporting women
- [Emily Park](https://secondpresby.org/people/emily-park/) - Emily Park grew up outside of Hartford, CT, and was involved in her community’s Congregationalist church from a young age. Her faith has always been a fundamental element of her life, especially after moving to Baltimore to study Art History at Loyola University Maryland. Her specialization in Medieval Studies allowed her to continue to engage
- [Peyson Moss](https://secondpresby.org/people/peyson-moss/) - Peyson is a pianist & organist who has served Presbyterian churches throughout Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Maryland for over 25 years. He also serves on the Board of Directors for the Community Concerts at Second concert series. Peyson holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Georgia and a Master of
- [Rev. Andy Nagel](https://secondpresby.org/people/rev-andrew-andy-nagel/) - Andy is a graduate of the University of Colorado and Princeton Theological Seminary, and is pursuing his Doctor of Ministry degree at St Mary’s Ecumenical Institute. He has been a pastor for over twenty years and is a trained spiritual director. Andy was born and raised in Boulder, Colorado, and though he has switched allegiances
- [Matthew Warren](https://secondpresby.org/people/matthew-warren/)
- [Zach Nagel](https://secondpresby.org/people/zach-nagel/)
- [Caleb Abner](https://secondpresby.org/people/caleb-abner/)

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## Groups

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