Potomac Presbyterian Church
Potomac MD
20854-4913
Who we are
Our Mission and Core Values
OUR MISSION
We are an active Christian community devoted to Worship that stirs the soul, Education that engages the mind, and Service that sends us into the world.
OUR CORE VALUES
As part of living our vision for ministry, we strive to be:
A spiritual community, guided by scripture and the Holy Spirit
A nurturing community and safe harbor for all God’s children
A learning community, growing together by exploring how to be faithful in our everyday lives
An intergenerational community, learning from and led by God’s children of all ages
Our Beliefs
The Presbyterian Church USA shares certain beliefs with other Protestant denominations which trace their roots to the Protestant Reformation which was initiated by Martin Luther in 1520. These beliefs are:
The Continual Reformation of the Church The church is reformed and always must be reforming its life and worship in light of God’s word.
Salvation by Grace through Faith We are not saved by what we do, but by what God has done in Jesus Christ.
The Authority of the Holy Spirit Speaking through Scripture The Bible is the supreme authority of a Christian’s life and all other authorities must be judged in light of what scripture would have us be and do.
Priesthood of All Believers We are ultimately responsible for our life of faith, and we also serve as a “priest” to our neighbors as we pray for and support them in the life of church.
Sanctity of the Common Life All aspects of life are holy and must be lived for the glory of God.
OUR MISSION
We are an active Christian community devoted to Worship that stirs the soul, Education that engages the mind, and Service that sends us into the world.
OUR CORE VALUES
As part of living our vision for ministry, we strive to be:
A spiritual community, guided by scripture and the Holy Spirit
A nurturing community and safe harbor for all God’s children
A learning community, growing together by exploring how to be faithful in our everyday lives
An intergenerational community, learning from and led by God’s children of all ages
The Presbyterian Church USA shares certain beliefs with other Protestant denominations which trace their roots to the Protestant Reformation which was initiated by Martin Luther in 1520. These beliefs are:
The Continual Reformation of the Church The church is reformed and always must be reforming its life and worship in light of God’s word.
Salvation by Grace through Faith We are not saved by what we do, but by what God has done in Jesus Christ.
The Authority of the Holy Spirit Speaking through Scripture The Bible is the supreme authority of a Christian’s life and all other authorities must be judged in light of what scripture would have us be and do.
Priesthood of All Believers We are ultimately responsible for our life of faith, and we also serve as a “priest” to our neighbors as we pray for and support them in the life of church.
Sanctity of the Common Life All aspects of life are holy and must be lived for the glory of God.
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Leadership
Leader Name:
Rev. Emily Berman D'Andrea
Leader Position:
Pastor
Phone:
Leader Email:
Click here to contact Rev. Emily Berman D'Andrea
Leader Bio:
The Reverend Emily Berman D’Andrea began her ministry at Potomac Presbyterian Church on May 30, 2018. From West Hartford, CT where she grew up attending Westminster Presbyterian Church, she went south to Davidson College in North Carolina to play tennis and major in Political Science. Emily worked on Capitol Hill for five years before attending Princeton Theological Seminary where she was awarded the prestigious Parish Pulpit Fellowship which granted her a year of study and travel in South East Asia and Europe. She was ordained in 1998 and has served two other churches in National Capital Presbytery. Emily is married to Paul and they have two children, Beverly & JohnPaul. In her spare time Emily enjoys watching her children play soccer, reading and singing. Emily is drawn to contemplative forms of Christian spiritual practices and enjoys the book of nature, silence and practices that draw us closer seeking union with God
Administration
Admin Name:
Jeanne Grillo
Admin Position:
Office Administrator
Phone:
Fax:
301-299-9438
Admin Email:
Click here to contact Jeanne Grillo
Potomac Presbyterian Church Service Times
September – June
9:45-10:45 am Christian Education for Adults (childcare available)
10:00-10:50am Christian Education for Children and Youth
11:00 am Worship
12:00 pm Coffee & Refreshments
Summer Worship
10:00 am Worship
11:00 am Coffee & Refreshments
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Special Worship Services & Communion Schedule
Month Date Event
January (2018)
7 Communion by Intinction
21 New Officer Installation
28 Youth Sunday
February (2018)
4 Communion
14 Ash Wednesday, Communion by Intinction
March (2018)
4 Communion and in home Communion
25 Palm Sunday
29 Maundy Thursday/Tenebrae, Communion by Intinction
April (2018)
1 Easter Sunday (9am and 11am), Communion by Intinction
29 Stephen Minister Service
May (2018)
6 Communion
13 Mother's Day and Senior Recognition
20 Pentacost/Confirmation
27 Faith and Freedom
June (2018)
3 Communion, (start 10am worship)
10 Mission Trip Commissioning
17 Father's Day and Father's Day Chorus
24 Mission Trip Sunday
July (2018)
1 Communion by Intinction
August (2018)
5 Communion by Intinction
September (2018)
2 Communion by Intinction
9 Kick-Off Sunday (return to 11am worship)
October (2018)
7 World Wide Communion Sunday
28 Reformation Sunday
November (2018)
4 All Saints Day, Communion
December (2018)
2 First Sunday in Advent, Communion
16 Christmas Pageant
21 Longest Night Service
24 Christmas Eve, 4, 7 and 11pm worship
It's been more than 5 years since the last service times update. Please make sure to contact the church to confirm service times.
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9:45-10:45 am Christian Education for Adults (childcare available)
10:00-10:50am Christian Education for Children and Youth
11:00 am Worship
12:00 pm Coffee & Refreshments
Summer Worship
10:00 am Worship
11:00 am Coffee & Refreshments
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Special Worship Services & Communion Schedule
Month Date Event
January (2018)
7 Communion by Intinction
21 New Officer Installation
28 Youth Sunday
February (2018)
4 Communion
14 Ash Wednesday, Communion by Intinction
March (2018)
4 Communion and in home Communion
25 Palm Sunday
29 Maundy Thursday/Tenebrae, Communion by Intinction
April (2018)
1 Easter Sunday (9am and 11am), Communion by Intinction
29 Stephen Minister Service
May (2018)
6 Communion
13 Mother's Day and Senior Recognition
20 Pentacost/Confirmation
27 Faith and Freedom
June (2018)
3 Communion, (start 10am worship)
10 Mission Trip Commissioning
17 Father's Day and Father's Day Chorus
24 Mission Trip Sunday
July (2018)
1 Communion by Intinction
August (2018)
5 Communion by Intinction
September (2018)
2 Communion by Intinction
9 Kick-Off Sunday (return to 11am worship)
October (2018)
7 World Wide Communion Sunday
28 Reformation Sunday
November (2018)
4 All Saints Day, Communion
December (2018)
2 First Sunday in Advent, Communion
16 Christmas Pageant
21 Longest Night Service
24 Christmas Eve, 4, 7 and 11pm worship
It's been more than 5 years since the last service times update. Please make sure to contact the church to confirm service times.
Please contact the church to confirm Service Times or SUBSCRIBE to updates below
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Sunday School / Children and Youth Activities
Under 12s:
Children’s Ministry
Sunday Church School
Sunday mornings from September through early May, 10:00-10:50am, interactive and engaging Christian education is offered for children and youth of all ages. All are welcome. Childcare is available beginning at 9:45am for parents who desire to attend adult Christian education.
Children age 3 through grade 5 gather in broadly grade classrooms and engage the Biblical stories through crafts, songs, games, drama, and various other activities. Students also periodically participate in Christ service projects.
Classes meet in the lower lever Christian Education Wing.
Sunday Church School
Sunday mornings from September through early May, 10:00-10:50am, interactive and engaging Christian education is offered for children and youth of all ages. All are welcome. Childcare is available beginning at 9:45am for parents who desire to attend adult Christian education.
Children age 3 through grade 5 gather in broadly grade classrooms and engage the Biblical stories through crafts, songs, games, drama, and various other activities. Students also periodically participate in Christ service projects.
Classes meet in the lower lever Christian Education Wing.
Under 18s:
Potomac Presbyterian Church is a vibrant and energetic community. The youth program is a wonderful group of young people. We get together throughout the year for spiritual growth through meals, games, and fellowship.
Our school program year is from September to May. Middle Schoolers meet Sunday morning at 10am (in the MS Room) for Sunday school. High Schoolers meet every second and fourth Sunday after the sermon to react and discuss this weeks lesson.
All events this summer and fall will be posted within our site. We hope you can join us!
Every summer the youth, along with adults in the congregation participate in an intergenerational mission trip. We’ve been to Ohio, Kentucky, New Jersey, and many other places. This year 20 individuals will be traveling to Hampden, WV. You can find more information about our trip and follow along under our Mission Trip tab.
If you have any questions about our programs and are interested in getting involved please contact Emily Powers, Director of Youth Ministries, by email, [email protected], or phone, 301-299-6007.
Our school program year is from September to May. Middle Schoolers meet Sunday morning at 10am (in the MS Room) for Sunday school. High Schoolers meet every second and fourth Sunday after the sermon to react and discuss this weeks lesson.
All events this summer and fall will be posted within our site. We hope you can join us!
Every summer the youth, along with adults in the congregation participate in an intergenerational mission trip. We’ve been to Ohio, Kentucky, New Jersey, and many other places. This year 20 individuals will be traveling to Hampden, WV. You can find more information about our trip and follow along under our Mission Trip tab.
If you have any questions about our programs and are interested in getting involved please contact Emily Powers, Director of Youth Ministries, by email, [email protected], or phone, 301-299-6007.
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Potomac Presbyterian Church History
"The greatest thing anyone can do for God or man is pray."S.D. Gordon
Potomac Presbyterian Church listing was last updated on the 28th of August, 2018
