Sunday, December 12, 2021

Advent: Waiting to be Satisfied (Dec 12, 2021)

In-Person Worship Continues
Advent is Here!


Masks and Singing

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, masks are recommended due to the increased number of cases in our area. Both choir and in-person singing continues, accompanied by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ, Sarah Matthews on the piano, and Bob King on the trumpet.

Advent: "Waiting to be Satisfied"

Sunday morning worship service for the third Sunday of Advent, with the Rev. Cara S. Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Sunday, December 5, 2021

Advent: Waiting for Light (December 5, 2021)

In-Person Worship Continues
Advent is Here!


Masks and Singing

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, masks are recommended due to the increased number of cases in our area. Both choir and in-person singing continues, accompanied by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ, Sarah Matthews on the piano, and Bob King on the trumpet.

Advent: "Waiting for Light"

Sunday morning worship service for the second Sunday of Advent, with the Rev. Cara S. Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Tuesday, November 30, 2021

Advent Candle Lighting Service (Nov 30, 2021)

25th Annual Presbyterian Women's
Advent Candle Lighting Service!

Dedicated to Emily Schwab and Jackie Dill

The Presbyterian Women's Advent Candle Lighting service from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY: This 25th annual service is dedicated to its founder Emily Schwab, and organizer Jackie Dill.

We continue to worship in the church building; masks are encouraged for all who attend in person, and mandatory for those who are unvaccinated. Please see wgpres.org/worship for details and restrictions.

In Order of Appearance

Scripture readings by Patti Smith, Jenny Lewis, Jackie Aman, Chris Updyke, Kaye Stamp and Wendy Drake. Music sung by Nan Woodworth, Wendy Drake, Diane Edwards, and Vicki Packer-Kosthorst; accompanied by Sarah Matthews on the piano, and Joe Orbin on the pipe organ. Thanks also to the Bowman family for their audio and video work, and to Pastor Cara for the benediction.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Sunday, November 28, 2021

Advent: Actively Waiting (November 28, 2021)

In-Person Worship Continues
Advent Begins!


Masks and Singing

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, masks are recommended due to the increased number of cases in our area. Both choir and in-person singing continues, accompanied by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ and piano, and Bob King on the trumpet.

Advent: "Actively Waiting"

Sunday morning worship service for the first Sunday of Advent, with the Rev. Cara S. Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Sunday, November 21, 2021

Christ as King (November 21, 2021)

Masks and Singing

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, masks are recommended due to the increased number of cases in our area. Both choir and in-person singing continues, accompanied by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ and piano, and Bob King on the trumpet.

In-Person Worship Continues

Christ as King
Sunday morning worship service with the Rev. Cara S. Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Sunday, November 14, 2021

In Every Thing Give Thanks, with the Rev. Jim Gerling (Nov 14, 2021)

Masks and Singing

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, masks are recommended due to the increased number of cases in our area. Both choir and in-person singing continues, accompanied by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ, Sarah Matthews on the piano, and Bob King on the trumpet.

In-Person Worship Continues
with Guest Speaker the Rev. Jim Gerling

In Every Thing Give Thanks
Sunday morning worship service with our guest speaker, the Rev. Jim Gerling, from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Sunday, November 7, 2021

Jesus Talks About Money (November 7, 2021)

Masks and Singing

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, masks are recommended due to the increased number of cases in our area. Both choir and in-person singing continues, accompanied by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ, Sarah Matthews on the piano, and Bob King on the trumpet.

In-Person Worship Continues

Jesus Talks About Money
Sunday morning worship service with the Rev. Cara S. Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Sunday, October 31, 2021

All Saints (October 31, 2021)

Masks and Singing

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, masks are recommended due to the increased number of cases in our area. Both choir and in-person singing continues, accompanied by Joe Orbin on both the pipe organ and piano, and Bob King on trumpet.

In-Person Worship Continues

All Saints
Sunday morning worship service with the Rev. Cara S. Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Sunday, October 24, 2021

Blind Bartimaeus (October 24, 2021)

Special Music!

We are especially pleased to feature special music by the Staff Meeting Quartet, whose members are affiliated with the Mark Twain Chorus! Members are tenor Ev Nelson, lead Butch Talada, baritone Steve LoPresti, and bass Bob King.

Masking Encouraged

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, masks are recommended due to the increased number of cases in our area. In-person singing continues this week, accompanied by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ.

"Blind Bartimaeus"
Sunday morning worship service with the Rev. Cara S. Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Sunday, October 17, 2021

Seeking to Serve (Oct 17, 2021)

Masks and Singing

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, masks are recommended due to the increased number of cases in our area. Both choir and in-person singing continues, accompanied by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ, Sarah Matthews on the piano, and Bob King on trumpet.

In-Person Worship Continues

Seeking to Serve
Sunday morning worship service with the Rev. Cara S. Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Sunday, October 10, 2021

Who is Rich (Oct 10, 2021)

Masks and Singing

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, masks are recommended due to the increased number of cases in our area. Both choir and in-person singing continues, accompanied by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ, Sarah Matthews on the piano, and Bob King on trumpet.

In-Person Worship Continues

Who is Rich
Sunday morning worship service with the Rev. Cara S. Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Sunday, October 3, 2021

"Unlimited Partnership" - Rev. James Gerling (Oct 3, 2021)

Masks and Singing

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, masks are recommended due to the increased number of cases in our area. Both choir and in-person singing continues, accompanied by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ, Sarah Matthews on the piano, and Bob King on trumpet.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Unlimited Partnership" — Rev. James Gerling
Sunday morning worship service from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY with our guest speaker, the Rev. James Gerling.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Sunday, September 26, 2021

Who is For Us (Sept 26, 2021)

Masks and Singing

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, masks are recommended due to the increased number of cases in our area. Both choir and in-person singing continues, accompanied by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ and Sarah Matthews on the piano.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Who is For Us"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Sunday, September 19, 2021

Finding Our Place in Line (Sept 19, 2021)

Live Choir

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, our fully-vaccinated choir returned with in-person singing, accompanied by Sarah Matthews on the piano and Bob King on trumpet.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Finding Our Place in Line"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Sunday, September 12, 2021

Denying Yourself (Sept 12, 2021)

Live Choir

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, our choir returned and in-person singing resumed in July, accompanied by our music director Joe Orbin on the pipe organ AND piano, and Bob King on trumpet.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Denying Yourself"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Sunday, September 5, 2021

Crumbs (September 5, 2021)

Live Choir

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, our choir returned and in-person singing resumed in July, accompanied by our music director Joe Orbin on the pipe organ AND piano, and Bob King on trumpet.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Crumbs"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Sunday, August 29, 2021

"Speaking Truth" with Susan Frost, CRE (August 29, 2021)

Live Choir

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, our choir has returned and in-person singing has resumed, accompanied by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ, Sarah Matthews on the piano, and Bob King on trumpet.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Speaking Truth" with Susan Frost, CRE
Sunday morning worship service with Guest Speaker Commissioned Ruling Elder (CRE) Susan Frost, from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Sunday, August 22, 2021

Guest Speaker Rev. Dr. John Kotan (August 22, 2021)

Live Choir

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, our choir has returned and in-person singing has resumed, accompanied by Sarah Matthews on the piano and Bob King on trumpet. Due to technical difficulties with our main camera feed, audio quality may be lacking during this service.

In-Person Worship Continues

Guest Speaker Rev. Dr. John Kotan
Sunday morning worship service with Guest Speaker the Reverand Doctor John Kotan, from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Sunday, August 15, 2021

Who Do You Say that I Am? (August 15, 2021)

Live Choir

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, our choir returned and in-person singing resumed in July, accompanied by our music director Joe Orbin on the pipe organ and Sarah Matthews on the piano.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Who Do You Say that I Am?"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Sunday, August 8, 2021

What is it you want me to do for you? (August 8, 2021)

Live Choir

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, our choir returned and in-person singing resumed in July, accompanied by our music director Joe Orbin on the pipe organ and Sarah Matthews on the piano.

In-Person Worship Continues

"What is it you want me to do for you?"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Sunday, August 1, 2021

What do you think? (August 1, 2021)

Live Choir

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, our choir returned and in-person singing resumed in July, accompanied by our music director Joe Orbin on the pipe organ and piano!

In-Person Worship Continues

"What do you think?"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Sunday, July 25, 2021

How Long Will You Grieve? (July 25, 2021)

Special Guest Artist Tere Ayers!

We are thrilled to be joined this morning by special guest artist Tere Ayers, who sings three powerful hymns. And in keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, our choir returned and in-person singing resumed in July, accompanied by our music director Joe Orbin on the pipe organ and Sarah Matthews on the piano.

In-Person Worship Continues

"How Long Will You Grieve?"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-changing restrictions.

Sunday, July 18, 2021

Who Told You that you were naked? (July 18, 2021)

Live Choir!

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, our choir has returned and in-person singing resumed in July! They have been practicing for weeks with our music director Joe Orbin, who once again performs with us on the pipe organ, accompanied by Sarah Matthews on the piano.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Who Told You that you were naked?"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-lifting restrictions.

Sunday, July 11, 2021

Shouldn't I be Concerned? (July 11, 2021)

Live Choir!

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, our choir has returned and in-person singing resumed beginning in July! They have been practicing for weeks with our music director Joe Orbin, who once again performs with us on the pipe organ, accompanied by Sarah Matthews on the piano.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Shouldn't I be Concerned?"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-lifting restrictions.

Sunday, July 4, 2021

Questions Instead of Answers (July 4, 2021)

Live Choir!

In keeping with the latest CDC guidelines, our choir has returned and in-person singing resumed for this joyous 4th of July Sunday! They have been practicing for weeks with our music director Joe Orbin, who once again performs with us on the pipe organ.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Questions Instead of Answers"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-lifting restrictions.

Sunday, June 27, 2021

Miracles (June 27, 2021)

Vocals from Vicki, Darla, Nan, Bettina & Bob

This is the last Sunday we anticipate providing pre-recorded music for these services: In keeping with the latest CDC regulations, our LIVE CHOIR returns and in-person singing resumes on Sunday, July 4th!

Our "ultimate" musical inspiration includes solos by Vicki Kosthorst and Darla Hall; hymns from our vocal trio of Nan Woodworth and Bob & Bettina King; and both live and pre-recorded music by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ and Sarah Matthews on the piano. All pre-recorded music was performed under more rigid COVID restrictions, on different days in our otherwise empty sanctuary.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Miracles"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-lifting restrictions.

Sunday, June 20, 2021

Sailing through Storms (June 20, 2021)

Vocals from Vicki, Darla, Nan, Bettina & Bob

We are pleased to bring you beautiful solos by Vicki Kosthorst and Darla Hall; hymns from our vocal trio of Nan Woodworth and Bob & Bettina King; and both live and pre-recorded music by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ and Sarah Matthews on the piano. All vocals were pre-recorded according to COVID restrictions, on different days in our otherwise empty sanctuary.

In keeping with new CDC regulations, our LIVE choir returns and in-person singing resumes on Sunday, July 4th!

In-Person Worship Continues

"Sailing through Storms"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-lifting restrictions.

Sunday, June 13, 2021

It is Like... (June 13, 2021)

Vocals from Nan & Robin, Vicki, Darla, Bettina & Bob

We are pleased to bring you a beautiful duet by Robin Burnett and Nan Woodworth; solos by Darla Hall, Jim Howell, and Vicki Kosthorst; a hymn from our vocal trio of Nan Woodworth and Bob & Bettina King; and both live and pre-recorded music by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ and Sarah Matthews on the piano. All vocals were pre-recorded on different days in our otherwise empty sanctuary.

In keeping with new CDC regulations, our LIVE choir returns and in-person singing resumes on Sunday, July 4th!

In-Person Worship Continues

"It is Like..."
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-lifting restrictions.

Sunday, June 6, 2021

It's a Family Thing (June 6, 2021)

Vocals from Robin, Vicki, Darla, Nan & Bettina & Bob

We are pleased to bring you more beautiful solos by Robin Burnett, Darla Hall, and Vicki Kosthorst; a hymn from our vocal trio of Nan Woodworth, Bettina King, and Bob King; and both live and pre-recorded music by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ and Sarah Matthews on the piano. All vocals were pre-recorded on different days in our otherwise empty sanctuary.

In-Person Worship Continues

"It's a Family Thing"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-lifting restrictions.

Sunday, May 30, 2021

Trinity: God in Community - May 30, 2021

Inspiration from Darla, Nan & Bob, Jim, Vicki, and Joe & Sarah

We are pleased to bring you more beautiful solos by Darla Hall, Jim Howell and Vicki Kosthorst; a hymn from the vocal duet of Nan Woodworth and Bob King; and both live and pre-recorded music by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ and Sarah Matthews on the piano. All vocals were pre-recorded on different days in our otherwise empty sanctuary.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Trinity: God in Community"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See wgpres.org/worship for details and our ever-lifting restrictions.

Sunday, May 23, 2021

Echoes of the Holy Spirit: Restoration and Empowerment - May 23, 2021

Inspiration from Nan, Bob & Bettina, Vicki, Darla, and Joe & Sarah

We are pleased to bring you more beautiful music by our vocal trio of Nan Woodworth and Bob & Bettina King; solos by Vicki Kosthorst and Darla Hall; and both live and pre-recorded music by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ and Sarah Matthews on the piano. All vocals were pre-recorded on different days in our otherwise empty sanctuary.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Echoes of the Holy Spirit: Restoration and Empowerment"
Pentecost Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We are pleased to continue in-person worship, with several changes due to COVID-19. As our requirements change on a nearly weekly basis, you can stay up to date by reading wgpres.org/worship.

Sunday, May 16, 2021

Echoes of the Holy Spirit: Renewal and Deliverance - May 16, 2021

Inspiration from Nan, Bob & Bettina, Vicki, Darla, and Joe & Sarah

We are pleased to bring you more beautiful music by our vocal trio of Nan Woodworth and Bob & Bettina King; solos by Vicki Kosthorst and Darla Hall; and pre-recorded accompaniment by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ and Sarah Matthews on the piano. All vocals were pre-recorded on different days in our otherwise empty sanctuary.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Echoes of the Holy Spirit: Weakness and Strength"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We are pleased to continue in-person worship, with several changes due to COVID-19; read more about it at wgpres.org/worship.

Sunday, May 9, 2021

How is Your Spiritual Health?

This week, we pause Pastor Cara's series on the work of the Holy Spirit, for a stirring message from our friend and Guest Speaker Bob Sell. Recorded live at First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

Inspiration from Nan, Bob & Bettina, Vicki, Darla, and Joe & Sarah

We are pleased to bring you several new and familiar hymns. Today's musical inspiration includes solos by Vicki Kosthorst and Darla Hall; hymns by our vocal trio of Nan Woodworth and Bob & Bettina King; live performances by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ; and pre-recorded accompaniment by Sarah Matthews on the piano. All vocals were pre-recorded on different days in our otherwise empty sanctuary.

In-Person Worship Continues

We are pleased to continue in-person worship, with several changes due to COVID-19; read more about it at wgpres.org/worship.

Sunday, May 2, 2021

Echoes of the Holy Spirit: Weakness and Strength - May 2, 2021

Inspiration from Darla, Jim, Vicki, Nan, Bob & Bettina, and Joe & Sarah too!

We are pleased to bring you more beautiful music by vocalists Darla Hall, Jim Howell, Vicki Kosthorst, Nan Woodworth, Bob King, Bettina King, and beautiful performances by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ, and Sarah Matthews on the piano. All vocals were pre-recorded on different days in our otherwise empty sanctuary.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Echoes of the Holy Spirit: Weakness and Strength"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We are pleased to continue in-person worship, with several changes due to COVID-19; read more about it at wgpres.org/worship.

Sunday, April 25, 2021

Echoes of the Holy Spirit: Leading and Helping - April 25, 2021

Inspiration from Darla, Jim, Vicki, Nan, Bob & Bettina, and Joe & Sarah too!

We are pleased to bring you more beautiful music by vocalists Darla Hall, Jim Howell, Vicki Kosthorst, Nan Woodworth, Bob King, Bettina King, and beautiful performances by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ, and Sarah Matthews on the piano. All vocals were pre-recorded on different days in our otherwise empty sanctuary.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Echoes of the Holy Spirit: Leading and Helping"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We are pleased to continue in-person worship, with several changes due to COVID-19; read more about it at wgpres.org/worship.

Sunday, April 18, 2021

Echoes of the Holy Spirit: Skills and Gifts - April 18, 2021

Inspiration from Joe & Sarah, and Darla, Vicki, Nan, Bob & Bettina, too!

We are pleased to bring you more beautiful music by vocalists Darla Hall, Vicki Kosthorst, Nan Woodworth, Bob King, Bettina King, and beautiful performances by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ, and Sarah Matthews on the piano! All vocalists were pre-recorded on different days in our otherwise empty sanctuary.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Echoes of the Holy Spirit: Skills and Gifts"
Sunday morning worship service for the Second Sunday of Easter with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We are pleased to continue in-person worship, with several changes due to COVID-19; read more about it at wgpres.org/worship.

Sunday, April 11, 2021

Value in Doubt: Worship for the Second Sunday of Easter, April 11, 2021

Solos by Darla and Vicki, and a Trio with Nan, Bob and Bettina!

We are pleased to bring you our traditional monthly birthday and anniversary songs in addition to several familiar hymns. Today's musical inspiration includes songs by our vocal trio of Nan Woodworth and Bob & Bettina King; and solos by Darla Hall, Jim Howell and Vicki Kosthorst; and beautiful performances by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ and Sarah Matthews on the piano! All vocalists were pre-recorded on different days in our otherwise empty sanctuary.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Value in Doubt"
Sunday morning worship service for the Second Sunday of Easter with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We are pleased to continue in-person worship, with several changes due to COVID-19; read more about it at wgpres.org/worship.

Sunday, April 4, 2021

Doing a New Thing: Worship for Easter Sunday, April 4, 2021

Easter Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

Due to technical difficulties with our main camera feed, audio quality may be lacking during this service. We are sorry for the inconvenience. Thankfully because they were pre-recorded, our musical numbers did not suffer this same fate...

Today's musical inspiration includes every performer we have recorded over the past year! Jim Howell sings an inspirational acapella prelude; beautiful hymns of reflection are provided by soloists Darla Hall, Vicki Kosthorst, and Jim Howell, and by our vocal trio of Nan Woodworth and Bob & Bettina King; accompanied by Joe Orbin on pipe organ or Sarah Matthews on the piano; and Nan Woodworth returns with local celebrity Robin Burnett for our Benedictory tune! All vocalists were pre-recorded on different days in our otherwise empty sanctuary.

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See http://wgpres.org/worship for details and restrictions.

For those who wish to participate with us, Holy Communion is observed beginning at approximately 29:32. ✝️🍷🍞✝️

Friday, April 2, 2021

Good Friday Service, April 2, 2021

Music and Scripture Tell the Story

If we were to jump straight from the earthly triumph of Palm Sunday to the transcendent glory of Easter Sunday, without also considering the passion of Good Friday, we would miss a critical cornerstone of our salvation.

So tonight, we take a somber break to tell of Christ's sacrifice in a special evening service. Gospel readings and the Psalm Jesus quoted on the cross are paired with familiar hymns to illustrate one day in his life. All music was recorded at different times during the previous weeks in our otherwise empty sanctuary for the safety and edification of all.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Good Friday Service"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

We are pleased to continue in-person worship, with several changes due to COVID-19; read more about it at wgpres.org/worship.

Sunday, March 28, 2021

Spirit-Inspired Worship: Worship for Palm Sunday, March 28, 2021

Solos by *Everyone!!*

We are pleased to bring you more beautiful music by vocalists Jim Howell, Darla Hall, Vicki Kosthorst, Nan Woodworth, Bob King, Bettina King, and Robin Burnett, all accompanied by either Joe Orbin on the pipe organ, or Sarah Matthews on the piano. Reap the benefits of singing "Covid-Bubbles"! These songs were all recorded at different times during the previous weeks in our otherwise empty sanctuary for the safety and edification of all.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Vital Marks: Spirit-Inspired Worship"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY. Continue our Journey to Jerusalem with this series studying the 7 Marks of a Vital Congregation: sermon 6 of 7 in the series.

We are pleased to continue in-person worship, with several changes due to COVID-19; read more about it at wgpres.org/worship.

Sunday, March 21, 2021

Caring Relationships: Worship for the fifth Sunday of Lent, March 21, 2021

Solos by Darla and Vicki, AND a Trio with Nan, Bob and Bettina!

We are pleased to bring you more beautiful music by Darla Hall, Vicki Kosthorst, and our trio featuring Nan Woodworth, Bob King and Bettina King, accompanied by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ, and Sarah Matthews on the piano. Reap the benefits of singing "Covid-Bubbles"! These songs were all recorded at different times during the previous weeks in our otherwise empty sanctuary for the safety and edification of all.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Vital Marks: Caring Relationships"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY. Continue our Journey to Jerusalem with this series studying the 7 Marks of a Vital Congregation: sermon 5 of 7 in the series.

We are pleased to continue in-person worship, with several changes due to COVID-19; read more about it at wgpres.org/worship.

Sunday, March 14, 2021

Empowered Servant Leadership: Worship for the fourth Sunday of Lent, March 14, 2021

Trios with Nan, Bob and Bettina!

We are pleased to bring you another trio and benediction song (Now with More Alto!) featuring Nan Woodworth, Bob King, and Bettina King, accompanied by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ. Reap the benefits of singing "Covid-Bubbles"! These songs were recorded at different times during the previous weeks in our otherwise empty sanctuary for the safety and edification of all.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Vital Marks: Empowered Servant Leadership"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY. Continue our Journey to Jerusalem with this series studying the 7 Marks of a Vital Congregation: sermon 4 of 7 in the series.

We are pleased to continue in-person worship, with several changes due to COVID-19; read more about it at wgpres.org/worship.

Sunday, March 7, 2021

Outward Incarnational Focus: Worship for the third Sunday of Lent, March 7, 2021

Celebrations with Vicki AND Trios with Nan, Bob and Bettina!

We are pleased to bring you our traditional monthly birthday and anniversary songs performed by Vicki Kosthorst, accompanied by Sarah Matthews, along with a trio and benediction featuring Nan Woodworth, Bob King, and Bettina King, accompanied by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ. Reap the benefits of singing "Covid-Bubbles"! These songs were all recorded at different times during the previous weeks in our otherwise empty sanctuary for the safety and edification of all.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Vital Marks: Outward Incarnational Focus"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY. Continue our Journey to Jerusalem with this series studying the 7 Marks of a Vital Congregation: sermon 3 of 7 in the series.

We are pleased to continue in-person worship, with several changes due to COVID-19; read more about it at wgpres.org/worship.

Sunday, February 28, 2021

Intentional Authentic Evangelism: Worship for the second Sunday of Lent, February 28, 2021

Solo with Vicki AND Trio with Nan, Bob and Bettina!

We are pleased to present both a solo by Vicki Kosthorst, accompanied by Sarah Matthews, and a trio featuring Nan Woodworth, Bob King, and Bettina King, accompanied by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ. Reap the benefits of singing "Covid-Bubbles"! This music was recorded at different times during the previous weeks in our otherwise empty sanctuary for the safety of all.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Vital Marks: Lifelong Discipleship Formation"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY. Continue our Journey to Jerusalem with this series studying the 7 Marks of a Vital Congregation: sermon 2 of 7 in the series.

We are pleased to continue in-person worship, with several changes due to COVID-19; read more about it at wgpres.org/worship.

Sunday, February 21, 2021

Lifelong Discipleship Formation: Worship for the first Sunday of Lent, February 21, 2021

Duet Featuring Nan and Robin

We are pleased to present a duet by Nan Woodworth and Robin Burnett, accompanied by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ. This music was recorded in our empty sanctuary during the week for the safety of all.

In-Person Worship Continues

"Vital Marks: Lifelong Discipleship Formation"
Sunday morning worship service with Pastor Cara Milne from First Presbyterian Church of Watkins Glen, NY.

Begin our Journey to Jerusalem with this series studying the Seven Marks of a Vital Congregation: Lifelong Discipleship Formation, Intentional Authentic Evangelism, Outward Incarnational Focus, Empowered Servant Leadership, Spirit-Inspired Worship, Caring Relationships, Ecclesial Health.

We are pleased to continue in-person worship, with several changes due to COVID-19; read more about it at wgpres.org/worship.

Tuesday, February 16, 2021

Ash Wednesday Service: February 17, 2021

Ash Wednesday Service from the PC(USA) National Offices

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent — a time of reflection, prayer, and preparation for Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection. This online Ash Wednesday service from the national offices of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) features liturgy and music with Closed Captioning in English, Español, and 한국어 in the player window.

Sunday, February 14, 2021

Transfiguration: Worship for February 14, 2021

In-Person Worship Continues

We are pleased to continue in-person worship, with several changes due to COVID-19; read more about it at wgpres.org/worship.

Sunday, February 7, 2021

Healing and Rest: Worship for February 7, 2021

Solo by Vicki Kosthorst

We are pleased to present a solo by Vicki Kosthorst, accompanied by Sarah Matthews on the piano. This solo was pre-recorded in our sanctuary during the week for the safety of all.

In-Person Worship Continues

We are pleased to continue in-person worship, with several changes due to COVID-19; read more about it at wgpres.org/worship.

Sunday, January 31, 2021

Follow Me: Worship for January 31, 2021

Solo by Darla Hall

We are pleased to present a solo by Darla Hall, accompanied by Joe Orbin on the pipe organ. This solo was pre-recorded in our sanctuary during the week for the safety of all.

In-Person Worship Continues

We are pleased to continue in-person worship, with several changes due to COVID-19; read more about it at wgpres.org/worship.

Sunday, January 24, 2021

Calling: Worship for January 24, 2021

Special Solo by Robin Burnett

We are pleased to present a solo by our friend and local celebrity Robin Burnett. This vocal and guitar solo was pre-recorded in our nearly-empty sanctuary during the week last month for the safety of all.

In-Person Worship Continues

We are pleased to continue in-person worship, with several changes due to COVID-19; read more about it at wgpres.org/worship.

Sunday, January 17, 2021

Baptized in the Wilderness: Worship for January 17, 2021

Worship Continues In Person!

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See http://wgpres.org/worship for details and restrictions due to COVID-19. 

We pray that we will be able to continue holding in-person services, depending solely upon God's will and humanity's cooperation; but either way, we intend to continue presenting our worship services here and on our website, at http://wgpres.org/video.


Sunday, January 10, 2021

Following a Star: Epiphany Worship for January 10, 2021

Special Epiphany "Ensemble"

We are thrilled to provide both a vocal solo and an "ensemble" rendition of "We Three Kings", featuring all four church members who have provided solos throughout the very strange year of 2020. All voices in the "ensemble" were recorded independently, without regard to phrasing or tempo, and assembled in software through the work of one very patient member of our congregation.

All vocal music was pre-recorded in our empty sanctuary during the previous several weeks for the safety of those involved. Soloists include Vicki Kosthorst, Darla Hall, Nan Woodworth, and Bob King, accompanied by Sarah Matthews on the piano and Joe Orbin on the pipe organ.

Worship Continues In Person!

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See http://wgpres.org/worship for details and restrictions.


Sunday, January 3, 2021

Seeing Salvation: Christmastide Worship for January 3, 2021

Christmas Carols and Epiphany Hymns!!

We are thrilled to provide both vocal solos and duets this Christmas Season!

All seasonal music was pre-recorded in our empty sanctuary during the previous several weeks for the safety of all involved. Solos are performed by Vicki Kosthorst with Sarah Matthews on the piano, and by Darla Hall with Joe Orbin on the pipe organ. Duets are sung at a safe physical distance by Nan Woodworth and Bob King, and accompanied by Joe Orbin on the organ.

Christmastide Worship Continues In Person!

We continue to worship in the church building, with in-person services every Sunday morning! See http://wgpres.org/worship for details and restrictions.