The BPC Session has voted unanimously to suspend all in-person activities at BPC (including worship) effective Friday, March 13, due to the coronavirus. Still, we are offering many ways to communicate and engage in community. Please note that the material not in red on this page applies to “ordinary time” at BPC, and as we all know, this is extraordinary time. So pay attention to what is in red for now (and to key links, which are green), and thank you for your ongoing grace, support, and all the ways you continue to “be church” to a world that so desperately needs it.
Worship, Prayer, and Pastoral Time
1.) Worship
No matter who you are or where you are, you are welcome to worship with us virtually. We are gathering every Sunday morning worship at 10:00 am, now through the end of May, through Zoom videoconferencing. All you need to do is click.
Here is the standing link to this service: https://zoom.us/j/512606078?pwd=R1lQTDd3bm9ySFRlNGN1T1d0SkgrZz09
2.) Psalms, Prayers, (not on the) Premises: Midweek Prayers
We have reserved what we are calling the online “Zoom Room” for Wednesdays at 12:05 p.m., now through the end of May for quiet, reflective prayer time. All are welcome to “stop by” for time with Pastor David.
Here is the standing link to this gathering: https://zoom.us/j/266726287?pwd=cld0MnFncXRPNEs3Ty9qTm9HbkNSdz09
3.) Coffee Talk: Pastor David’s Office Hours
David will be available Monday through Thursday from 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., for virtual office hours. David will be online and available for pastoral conversations and prayer time. You are welcome to “stop by.” Here is the standing link to this meetinghttps://zoom.us/j/687638707?pwd=R1pmbkhrQzEvaUN0MmJsZ3VUbGxTZz09
How Can We Help You?
The BPC deacons are working to connect with people with resources. If you are sick or need assistance getting groceries, medications, or just could use a friendly connection, we are here: Write office@burkepreschurch.org.
Adults and Children: Spiritual Growth
Godly Play will be offered twice weekly in the coming weeks. All are welcome to join the “circle” on Zoom — children and families, youth, adults. We will gather and welcome one another, hear and see a story, and then wonder together. You will be invited — during the wondering time — to chime in out loud, via chat, or just inside your own head. Each session stands on its own, so you are welcome to join whenever you are available. Details and links are here:
Wednesday Afternoon Godly Play, Faces of Easter (Lent series)
4:30 PM on March 25, April 1, and April 8
Register in advance, please: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/upwvcO2grTosXRiDDgB857Ts7VrTU-2y-gÊ
Sunday Afternoon Godly Play, Stories for the Soul
4:00 PM on March 22, March 29, and April 5
We continue this multi-age Sunday School series, moving through the desert from the Journey of Abraham and Sarah all the way into the time of Exile.
Register in advance for this meeting, please: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/v5IpduqhrD4jBGM6crICx-j0qOxaF7wNtgÊ
Youth
Youth Connections is staying true to its purpose of connecting youth to community, mission, and God. We’re gathering online throughout the week, with time set aside to just hang out, study the Bible, and do all kinds of fun stuff together (Minecraft! Bob Ross Painting!) We’re building the track as we go, so contact Youth Ministries Pastor Adam Ogg (Adam@burkepreschurch.org) if you would like to get looped into communications.
Our Worship Services
We have a schedule for regular worship services. Schedules change in the summer and around certain holidays.
Directions and Parking
Burke Presbyterian Church is located at 5690 Oak Leather Dr, Burke, VA 22015.
Parking is available in the lower and upper parking lots, as well as along Oak Leather Drive.
Child Care
- The Nursery is available for children ages up to age three at both Sunday morning worship services.
- Stepping Stones is an opportunity for children ages 3-5 to experience elements of worship in a setting that meets their developmental needs. Stepping Stones is offered during Sunday morning worship services, and children may be dropped off prior to the beginning of worship or following the children’s message.
- Godly Play is offered during Sunday morning worship services for children in kindergarten through second grade. Children begin in the Meeting House with their parents for the main worship service, and are led to Godly Play following the children’s message.
For directions to any of the children’s programs, speak to one of the Burke Presbyterian Church greeters, who will be standing just inside the front door before each service.
Still More Questions? Just Ask!
Church Office: 703-764-0456, office@burkepreschurch.org
Arlene Decina, Director of Spiritual Growth Ministries: dcm@burkepreschurch.org
Julianne Erbrecht, Director of Music Ministries: music@burkepreschurch.org
