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Discovered in a cave in 1947, the Dead Sea Scrolls cover the period between 250 BC and 68 AD. They include the complete book of Isaiah and manuscripts that reflect on early Christian thinking. This interactive class will be led by Al Zimmer.

Social distancing will be practiced and facemasks will be worn by participants.

November 1         Introduction to the Dead Sea Scrolls, 15-minute Video

November 8         Stats on Scroll Manuscripts and Fragments

November 15       History: Jewish Up to Jesus

November 22       Content of the Dead Sea Scrolls

November 29       Summary, and Have They Changed Thinking

If you plan to attend our worship service, please read our Worship Safety Practices and COVID-19 Questionnaire before coming to the sanctuary.

Today's recorded worship service may be viewed here.

November and December's worship and sermon schedule is:

11/1      Matthew 23:1-12          HUMBLED AND EXALTED                              Communion Sunday

11/8      Hebrews 13:1-2; 5-6    REDHEADED ANGELS                                        

11/15    Matthew 25:14-30        AMERICA’S MOST TALENTED                       Consecration Sunday

11/22    Ephesians 1:15-23       KING JESUS                                                    Christ the King Sunday

11/25    Luke 17:11-19              AN ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE                       Wednesday 4:30p, Thanksgiving Service

11/29    Luke 1:5-23                  THE FIRST ANGEL OF ADVENT                    First Sunday in Advent

12/6      Luke 1:26-38                GABRIEL: THE SECOND ADVENT ANGEL    Second Sunday in Advent, Communion

12/13    Matthew 1:18-25          THE THIRD ANGEL OF ADVENT                    Third Sunday in Advent          

12/20    Luke 2:1-11                  THE FOURTH ANGEL OF ADVENT                Fourth Sunday in Advent

12/21                                         LONGEST NIGHT SERVICE                            Monday 4:30p, Palma Sola Botanical Park

12/24    Luke 2:1-20                 A HEAVENLY HOST OF ANGELS                    Christmas Eve 5:30p

12/27    Luke 2:22-40               OLD FOLKS       

Betty Bashaw and Marilynn Gillete are teaching an interactive class on Christianity’s Family Tree, what Christians believe and why, based on the Adam Hamilton book. The class is being held in the fellowship hall on Wednesdays 2:00 to 3:00 pm.

We are exploring how each of eight denominations and faith traditions in the extended Christian family has a unique, valuable perspective to offer on the Christian faith.

LESSON 1.     Orthodoxy:  Mystery, Liturgy, and Tradition

LESSON 2      Catholicism:  Sacrament and Mass

LESSON 3      Lutheranism:  Word and Faith

LESSON 4      Presbyterianism:  The Sovereignty of God

LESSON 5.     Anglicanism:  Common Prayer

LESSON 6      Baptist:  Baptism, Conversion, and Scripture

LESSON 7      Pentecostalism:  The Power of the Spirit

LESSON 8      Methodism:  People of the Extreme Center

Men's Group is studying 'Traveling Light' by Max Lucado, on how Psalm 23 helps you release burdens you were never intended to bear.

Men's Group meets via Zoom on the first and third Thursdays of the month for fellowship and study. Newcomers and drop-ins are welcome! For information, call Ron Dickerson at 941-792-9104.

November 5         Lesson 13      Silent Nights and Solitary Days: The Burden of Loneliness

November 19       Lesson 14      The Crowing Rooster and Me: The Burden of the Shame

December 3         Lesson 15      Slippery Sheep and Healed Hurts: The Burden of Disappointment

December 17       Lesson 16      Jam Session: The Burden of Envy

January 7             Lesson 17      God's Loving Pursuit: The Burden of Doubt

January 21           Lesson 18      Almost Heaven: The Burden of Homesickness

Discovered in a cave in 1947, the Dead Sea Scrolls cover the period between 250 BC and 68 AD. They include the complete book of Isaiah and manuscripts that reflect on early Christian thinking. This interactive class will be led by Al Zimmer.

Social distancing will be practiced and facemasks will be worn by participants.

November 1         Introduction to the Dead Sea Scrolls, 15-minute Video

November 8         Stats on Scroll Manuscripts and Fragments

November 15       History: Jewish Up to Jesus

November 22       Content of the Dead Sea Scrolls

November 29       Summary, and Have They Changed Thinking

If you plan to attend our worship service, please read our Worship Safety Practices and COVID-19 Questionnaire before coming to the sanctuary.

Today's recorded worship service may be viewed here.

November and December's worship and sermon schedule is:

11/1      Matthew 23:1-12           HUMBLED AND EXALTED                             Communion Sunday

11/8      Hebrews 13:1-2; 5-6      REDHEADED ANGELS                                        

11/15    Matthew 25:14-30         AMERICA’S MOST TALENTED                      Consecration Sunday

11/22    Ephesians 1:15-23        KING JESUS                                                   Christ the King Sunday

11/25    Luke 17:11-19               AN ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE                      Wednesday 4:30p, Thanksgiving Service

11/29    Luke 1:5-23                  THE FIRST ANGEL OF ADVENT                    First Sunday in Advent

12/6      Luke 1:26-38                GABRIEL: THE SECOND ADVENT ANGEL   Second Sunday in Advent, Communion

12/13    Matthew 1:18-25          THE THIRD ANGEL OF ADVENT                   Third Sunday in Advent          

12/20    Luke 2:1-11                  THE FOURTH ANGEL OF ADVENT                Fourth Sunday in Advent

12/21                                         LONGEST NIGHT SERVICE                            Monday 4:30p, Palma Sola Botanical Park

12/24    Luke 2:1-20                  A HEAVENLY HOST OF ANGELS                   Christmas Eve 5:30p

12/27    Luke 2:22-40                OLD FOLKS       

Enjoy reading and discussing books? Read a book and join the group to laugh, share, and learn.

Palma Sola Presbyterian, Westminster Presbyterian, family, and friends welcome!

For more info and to receive a Zoom invitation, contact Vicki Schooley: (941)792-5672, VLSchooley@gmail.com

View the 2020 book list here

Betty Bashaw and Marilynn Gillete are teaching an interactive class on Christianity’s Family Tree, what Christians believe and why, based on the Adam Hamilton book. The class is being held in the fellowship hall on Wednesdays 2:00 to 3:00 pm.

We are exploring how each of eight denominations and faith traditions in the extended Christian family has a unique, valuable perspective to offer on the Christian faith.

LESSON 1.     Orthodoxy:  Mystery, Liturgy, and Tradition

LESSON 2      Catholicism:  Sacrament and Mass

LESSON 3      Lutheranism:  Word and Faith

LESSON 4      Presbyterianism:  The Sovereignty of God

LESSON 5.     Anglicanism:  Common Prayer

LESSON 6      Baptist:  Baptism, Conversion, and Scripture

LESSON 7      Pentecostalism:  The Power of the Spirit

LESSON 8      Methodism:  People of the Extreme Center

Enjoy a night of fellowship and fun under the stars watching the inspirational story of a team of female African-American mathematicians who served a vital role in NASA during the early years of the U.S. space program.

Bring your own chair and grab a socially-distanced spot in the church's east parking lot at 6:30 pm. Facemasks are required except when seated. Individually packaged snacks and drinks will be available or you may bring your own. The event is free and open to the community. See you there!

If you plan to attend our worship service, please read our Worship Safety Practices and COVID-19 Questionnaire before coming to the sanctuary.

Today's recorded worship service may be viewed here.

November and December's worship and sermon schedule is:

11/1      Matthew 23:1-12           HUMBLED AND EXALTED                             Communion Sunday

11/8      Hebrews 13:1-2; 5-6     REDHEADED ANGELS                                        

11/15    Matthew 25:14-30         AMERICA’S MOST TALENTED                      Consecration Sunday

11/22    Ephesians 1:15-23        KING JESUS                                                   Christ the King Sunday

11/25    Luke 17:11-19               AN ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE                      Wednesday, Thanksgiving Service

11/29    Luke 1:5-23                  THE FIRST ANGEL OF ADVENT                    First Sunday in Advent

12/6      Luke 1:26-38                GABRIEL: THE SECOND ADVENT ANGEL   Second Sunday in Advent, Communion

12/13    Matthew 1:18-25          THE THIRD ANGEL OF ADVENT                   Third Sunday in Advent          

12/20    Luke 2:1-11                  THE FOURTH ANGEL OF ADVENT                Fourth Sunday in Advent

12/21                                         LONGEST NIGHT SERVICE                            Monday 4:30p, Palma Sola Botanical Park

12/24    Luke 2:1-20                  A HEAVENLY HOST OF ANGELS                   Christmas Eve

12/27    Luke 2:22-40                OLD FOLKS       

Betty Bashaw and Marilynn Gillete are teaching an interactive class on Christianity’s Family Tree, what Christians believe and why, based on the Adam Hamilton book. The class is being held in the fellowship hall on Wednesdays 2:00 to 3:00 pm.

We are exploring how each of eight denominations and faith traditions in the extended Christian family has a unique, valuable perspective to offer on the Christian faith.

LESSON 1.     Orthodoxy:  Mystery, Liturgy, and Tradition

LESSON 2      Catholicism:  Sacrament and Mass

LESSON 3      Lutheranism:  Word and Faith

LESSON 4      Presbyterianism:  The Sovereignty of God

LESSON 5.     Anglicanism:  Common Prayer

LESSON 6      Baptist:  Baptism, Conversion, and Scripture

LESSON 7      Pentecostalism:  The Power of the Spirit

LESSON 8      Methodism:  People of the Extreme Center

Men's Group is studying 'Traveling Light' by Max Lucado, on how Psalm 23 helps you release burdens you were never intended to bear.

Men's Group meets via Zoom on the first and third Thursdays of the month for fellowship and study. Newcomers and drop-ins are welcome! For information, call Ron Dickerson at 941-792-9104.

November 5         Lesson 13      Silent Nights and Solitary Days: The Burden of Loneliness

November 19       Lesson 14      The Crowing Rooster and Me: The Burden of the Shame

December 3         Lesson 15      Slippery Sheep and Healed Hurts: The Burden of Disappointment

December 17       Lesson 16      Jam Session: The Burden of Envy

January 7             Lesson 17      God's Loving Pursuit: The Burden of Doubt

January 21           Lesson 18      Almost Heaven: The Burden of Homesickness

If you plan to attend our worship service, please read our Worship Safety Practices and COVID-19 Questionnaire before coming to the sanctuary.

Today's recorded worship service may be viewed here.

November and December's worship and sermon schedule is:

11/1      Matthew 23:1-12           HUMBLED AND EXALTED                             Communion Sunday

11/8      Hebrews 13:1-2; 5-6      REDHEADED ANGELS                                        

11/15    Matthew 25:14-30         AMERICA’S MOST TALENTED                      Consecration Sunday

11/22    Ephesians 1:15-23        KING JESUS                                                   Christ the King Sunday

11/25    Luke 17:11-19               AN ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE                      Wednesday 4:30p, Thanksgiving Service

11/29    Luke 1:5-23                  THE FIRST ANGEL OF ADVENT                    First Sunday in Advent

12/6      Luke 1:26-38                GABRIEL: THE SECOND ADVENT ANGEL   Second Sunday in Advent, Communion

12/13    Matthew 1:18-25          THE THIRD ANGEL OF ADVENT                   Third Sunday in Advent          

12/20    Luke 2:1-11                  THE FOURTH ANGEL OF ADVENT                Fourth Sunday in Advent

12/21                                         LONGEST NIGHT SERVICE                            Monday 4:30p, Palma Sola Botanical Park

12/24    Luke 2:1-20                  A HEAVENLY HOST OF ANGELS                   Christmas Eve 5:30p

12/27    Luke 2:22-40                OLD FOLKS       

The Angel Tree program has been part of Westminster and Palma Sola's Mission-Outreach programs in years past. This year, Westminster is coordinating the program, and instead of shopping we are providing monetary donations so that the Salvation Army can provide gifts to the Manatee County “angels” whose tags don’t get chosen from a tree.

Donations can be made with a check made out to PSPC with “Angel Tree” in the memo line. Donations will be accepted during the worship in the sanctuary (bring your own envelope and pen) or at either church office from now until November 22nd. If you have any questions please call Joyce Johnson at 941-792-2393.

If you plan to attend our worship service, please read our Worship Safety Practices and COVID-19 Questionnaire before coming to the sanctuary.

Today's recorded worship service may be viewed here.

November and December's worship and sermon schedule is:

11/1      Matthew 23:1-12           HUMBLED AND EXALTED                             Communion Sunday

11/8      Hebrews 13:1-2; 5-6      REDHEADED ANGELS                                        

11/15    Matthew 25:14-30         AMERICA’S MOST TALENTED                      Consecration Sunday

11/22    Ephesians 1:15-23        KING JESUS                                                   Christ the King Sunday

11/25    Luke 17:11-19               AN ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE                      Wednesday 4:30p, Thanksgiving Service

11/29    Luke 1:5-23                  THE FIRST ANGEL OF ADVENT                    First Sunday in Advent

12/6      Luke 1:26-38                GABRIEL: THE SECOND ADVENT ANGEL   Second Sunday in Advent, Communion

12/13    Matthew 1:18-25          THE THIRD ANGEL OF ADVENT                   Third Sunday in Advent          

12/20    Luke 2:1-11                  THE FOURTH ANGEL OF ADVENT                Fourth Sunday in Advent

12/21                                         LONGEST NIGHT SERVICE                            Monday 4:30p, Palma Sola Botanical Park

12/24    Luke 2:1-20                  A HEAVENLY HOST OF ANGELS                   Christmas Eve

12/27    Luke 2:22-40                OLD FOLKS       

If you plan to attend our worship service, please read our Worship Safety Practices and COVID-19 Questionnaire before coming to the sanctuary.

Today's recorded worship service may be viewed here.

November and December's worship and sermon schedule is:

11/1      Matthew 23:1-12           HUMBLED AND EXALTED                             Communion Sunday

11/8      Hebrews 13:1-2; 5-6      REDHEADED ANGELS                                        

11/15    Matthew 25:14-30         AMERICA’S MOST TALENTED                      Consecration Sunday

11/22    Ephesians 1:15-23        KING JESUS                                                   Christ the King Sunday

11/25    Luke 17:11-19               AN ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE                      Wednesday 4:30p, Thanksgiving Service

11/29    Luke 1:5-23                  THE FIRST ANGEL OF ADVENT                    First Sunday in Advent

12/6      Luke 1:26-38                GABRIEL: THE SECOND ADVENT ANGEL   Second Sunday in Advent, Communion

12/13    Matthew 1:18-25          THE THIRD ANGEL OF ADVENT                   Third Sunday in Advent          

12/20    Luke 2:1-11                  THE FOURTH ANGEL OF ADVENT                Fourth Sunday in Advent

12/21                                         LONGEST NIGHT SERVICE                            Monday 4:30p, Palma Sola Botanical Park

12/24    Luke 2:1-20                  A HEAVENLY HOST OF ANGELS                   Christmas Eve 5:30p

12/27    Luke 2:22-40                OLD FOLKS       

Our Palma Sola DOES It (Done On Every Sunday) for November is collecting stuffed shoe boxes to give to clients served by Meals on Wheels PLUS this Christmas. Filled boxes will be delivered to seniors through the holidays, and are sometimes the only gift they will receive.

Please return your shoe box to the Narthex or church office through Sunday 11/29, or at the contact-less drive-thru on Saturday 12/5 from 10a-12p in the east parking lot. When returning shoe boxes to the Narthex or church office, please remember to maintain a 6' social distance from others.