Ongoing Events
Here, you'll find information about all of our ongoing church activities. For further information, you can visit our church calendar, or join our weekly email by registering with Max Crawley.
Fellowship & Formation
Book and Bible Studies
Women’s Discipleship Group
Tuesdays, from 1:00-2:30 p.m., in the Library
Please join the Women’s Discipleship for our study of Mere Christianity by C. S. Lewis on Tuesdays from 1:00-2:30 p.m. in the Rye Presbyterian Church library. Everyone is welcome!
You may reach out to either Alicia Baldwin or Courtney Bennett with any questions or to be added to our email list.
Men’s Sunday Evening Bible Study
Sundays, May 3 and 17, at 8:00 p.m. in the Library and via Zoom
Join in as we continue to explore and discuss the Gospel of Matthew together. Contact Dan Love to be on the email list.
Monday Morning Bible Discussion
Mondays, May 4, 11, and 18, at 9:00 a.m., via Zoom
All are welcome to join in as we continue to follow Jesus’ ministry and teaching in the Gospel of Matthew. Contact Dan Love for more information and to join the email reminder list.
Moms' Bible Study
Select Sundays, from 8:45-9:45 a.m., in the Conference Room
This group is for moms with young children who are looking for support, encouragement, and fellowship with other moms. Childcare is available! If you'd like to be on the email list, or to learn more, please contact Madison Walsh.
Saturday Women’s Bible Study
Select Saturdays, at 9:00 a.m., in the Library and via Zoom
Start your weekend by joining us in discussion and fellowship! For more information about upcoming meeting dates, please contact Cynthia Wells. All are welcome!
RPC Programs
Church Choirs
Chancel Choir
The Chancel Choir, open to all persons high-school age and up, sings each Sunday of the program year (approximately nine months), on the great festivals of the church year, and for occasional concerts or other services. The ability to read music makes for ease of progress, but anyone who can match and maintain pitch is welcome! The Chancel Choir is fortunate to have section leaders (a core of professional musicians) who assist and help to inspire all singers and, by extension, all who worship here.
The Chancel Choir’s regular schedule is Sunday-centered. The usual routine is to begin with warm-up at 9:15 a.m., sing the 10:00 a.m. service, and then have the weekly rehearsal from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (note: there is time for all to enjoy a bit of fellowship at coffee hour following the 10:00 a.m. service). If you are not able to sing the entire season, participation as your schedule allows is more than welcome. A few rehearsals take place on weekday evenings or Saturday mornings to allow for rehearsing with additional singers or instrumentalists for special events such as Cantata Sunday or concerts.
Please contact Jason Charneski to learn more.
Spring Sing... and More 2026
for Children in Kindergarten through Grade 5
Wednesdays, through May 20
4:15 – 4:45 p.m., in the Westminster Room (snack available at 4:00)
Children are invited to join Mr. C. to grow in faith though song and story. There also will be occasional explorations of different musical instruments, having the children hear, see, and learn about them from those who play them.
So that he might be able to prepare appropriately, please let Mr. C. know if your child plans to attend.
Middle School and High School Youth
We hope to create a structured music program for middle school youth in upcoming program years. High school youth are encouraged to join the Chancel Choir.
Instrumentalists
We encourage those who play instruments to contribute their musical abilities by adding these sounds to the many others offered in worship. Please contact Jason Charneski to learn more.
RPC Youth
Confirmation
Sunday, May 17, at 5:00 p.m., in the Westminster Room
Planning for Confirmation Sunday
Wednesday, May 27, at 8:00 p.m., in the Westminster Room
Meeting with the full Session to be approved for confirmation and full adult membership
With Confirmation Sunday on June 7, the Confirmation class will wrap up their good work this month. Their Statements of Faith – their personal thoughts on where they are in their journey of faith – were recently
finalized and are now in the hands of the elders of the church. This month, each confirmand will meet individually with one of the church elders to discuss their statements and plans for beginning their adult lives as followers of Christ and as members of the church.
We look forward to celebrating their Confirmation on June 7.
For more information, please visit our Confirmation page, or contact Mr. Love.
High School Youth Group
Sunday, May 17, at 6:00 p.m., in the Westminster Room
High School Youth Group Dinner
All 9th-12th graders are welcome at RPC's High School Youth Group!
We gather at least twice a month to build community and faith through fellowship, prayer, discussions, and service! Meetings are held on Sundays from 6:00-7:00 p.m. in our Youth Rooms.
If you have any questions, or if you'd like to sign up for the parent email list, please contact Anne A. Halloin.
For more information, please visit our Youth Ministry page.
Middle School Connection
Wednesday, May 6, at 5:30 p.m., in the Westminster Room
Middle School Connection & Open Door Baby Bundle Project
On May 6, we will be partnering with the Open Door Baby Bundle Project and making special bags and crafts for young families welcoming their new babies! This will be in conjunction with our regular meeting and dinner.
Wednesday, May 20, at 5:30 p.m., in the Youth Rooms
Dinner’s included!
All 6th-8th graders are welcome at RPC's Middle School Connection!
We spend our time catching up, playing games, and deepening our spiritual lives. We hope your youth can join us as we are reminded again and again that we are not alone. We are connected in so many ways to one another and our loving God!
For more information, please visit our Youth Ministry page.
Chapel Yoga
Wednesdays, from 10:00-11:00 a.m., in the Chapel
Cari Pattison is a certified yoga instructor (RYT200), and is offering a Level 1 Vinyasa flow class on Wednesday mornings. Weaving scripture into the basic class structure, the class gives us an opportunity to stretch and strengthen our bodies, breathe into a posture of prayer, and deepen our relationship with God. Bring a mat if you have one; mats are also available to borrow, along with other props. We encourage you to come five minutes early for setup. All are welcome, including beginners! To RSVP, or to learn more, email Cari Pattison.
Thrift Shop
Thursdays, from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., in the Assembly Room
For information on donations, please check our page or our email.
Partnered Programs
Coming Home
Dinner is open to church members by RSVP - Thursdays, at 7:00 p.m., in the Westminster Room
Coming Home is an expression of our long-standing Prison Ministry at Rye Presbyterian Church. We seek to empower those who are returning to the community following incarceration.
Congregants can serve as dinner cooks and hosts, volunteer as mentors, or join in our weekly Thursday night dinners in the Westminster Room – making a real difference in the lives of formerly incarcerated persons. Coming Home began on Thursday February 12, and will conclude with graduation on Sunday, June 7.
For more information, please contact our RPC Coming Home Liaison and Dinner Coordinator Douglas Carey, or Pastor Cari Pattison, Minister Liaison to Mission and Outreach.