DPC In Action
June – December 2020 at DPC
December 31, 2020
As we prepare to enter 2021, we invite you to take a look back at some of the wonderful ways we came together as a Church Family in the last few months of 2020.
Bridges and Beacons – December 23
December 23, 2020
Pastor Pauline Sexton reflects on one of the most ancient Christmas hymns “Of the Father’s Love Begotten.” Join us as we prepare for the birth of Christ in this final devotional of the Advent Season!
Bridges and Beacons – December 21
December 21, 2020
John Heisey gives us a glimpse into his early life growing up in a musical household as he reflects on the hymn “Angels We Have Heard on High.” John also reads from the Gospel of Luke which recounts the shepherds’ encounter with an angel.
DPC Food Drive – Thank you for your donations!
December 21, 2020
You donated more than 600 pounds of food this month!
Bridges and Beacons – December 16
December 17, 2020
In Wednesday’s devotional, some special helpers joined Matt Rizk to highlight the classic Christmastime hymn “Away in a Manger.” Matt tells us when the very first Nativity Scene was staged and which familiar saint put it together.
Special Offerings
December 16, 2020
Learn more about how you can contribute to schools equipping communities of color and to COVID relief efforts.
Christmas Eve Services and Lessons and Carols
December 16, 2020
A Virtual Service of Lessons and Carols is now available to view!
Bridges and Beacons – December 14
December 15, 2020
In today’s devotional, Tom Maclin reflects on the emotional response he has to the traditional opening hymn of our church’s annual Service of Lessons and Carols “Once in Royal David’s City.” The service will be presented virtually this year, available on our website at 9:30 am on Sunday, December 27. Tom also describes the spiritual […]
Bridges and Beacons – December 9
December 9, 2020
We continue exploring familiar hymns during this season of Advent as Dick Cornelius reflects on “Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus.” Dick explains that the lyrics focus on Jesus coming to each of us individually – but points out that we must first open our hearts to him. Bridges and Beacons is shared on Mondays and Wednesdays. […]
Bridges and Beacons – December 7
December 8, 2020
Lou Cipollo selects the upbeat hymn “Lord of the Dance,” to highlight in Monday’s devotional. He also shares a passage from Psalm 136, which he chose because it relates to God’s power of creation throughout history. Bridges and Beacons is shared on Mondays and Wednesdays. We hope these devotionals continue to offer a chance to […]