Multimedia
Concert Series
Handel Festival Orchestra
May 15, 2012
An ongoing weekly series of classical concerts on Tuesday evenings.
Special Events
Dinner celebrating newcomers
May 14, 2012
An event for persons interested in deeper engagement with this community of faith.
Adult Forum
Mary in the movies
May 13, 2012
A Sunday morning conversation on a topic of contemporary interest.
Evening sermon
Sixth Sunday of Easter
May 13, 2012
Pastor Derr preaches about the core of our faith.
Midtown Jazz
Midtown Jazz Anniversary Gala
May 9, 2012
Featuring All-Star Lineup of Top Jazz Names
Children
Wednesdays Together
May 9, 2012
A faith formation program for children and their families.
Concert Series
Katie Reimer, piano
May 8, 2012
An ongoing weekly series of classical concerts on Tuesday evenings..
20s&30s
Lex & Rooftop: an evening at the Intersection
May 7, 2012
Connect with other young adults at Saint Peter's Church.
Adult Forum
Christianity and Buddhism
May 6, 2012
A Sunday morning conversation on a topic of contemporary interest.
Morning sermon
Fifth Sunday of Easter
May 6, 2012
Pastor Derr preaches love is everything
Evening sermon
Fifth Sunday in Easter
May 6, 2012
Pastor Stahler preaches about two sides of happiness.
Choir Concert
Down Town Glee Club Spring Concert
May 3, 2012
Makin' Whoopee: Celebrating the Music of Cantor, McCartney, King, and Legrand
Children
Wednesdays Together
May 2, 2012
A faith formation program for children and their families.
Concert Series
Andrew Kimsey, piano
May 1, 2012
An ongoing weekly series of classical concerts on Tuesday evenings.
Jazz
Tribute Honoring Charli Persip
April 30, 2012
A Musical Tribute to “The World’s Most Perfect Drummer”
Morning sermon
Fourth Sunday of Easter
April 29, 2012
Pastor Stahler preaches about many flocks and the care of the Good Shepherd.
Adult Forum
What Jews want Christians to know about the New Testament
April 29, 2012
A Sunday morning conversation on a topic of contemporary interest.
Evening sermon
Fourth Sunday of Easter
April 29, 2012
Pastor Derr preaches on the Good Shepherd
Children
Wednesdays Together
April 25, 2012
A faith formation program for children and their families.
Concert Series
Douglas Townsend Facebook Concert
April 24, 2012
An ongoing weekly series of classical concerts on Tuesday evenings.
Jazz
Fundraising Concert for Clark Terry
April 23, 2012
A special event to raise funds to help defray trumpet legend Clark Terry's medical costs.
Evening sermon
Third Sunday of Easter
April 22, 2012
Pastor Stahler preaches about woundedness and forgiveness.
Morning sermon
Third Sunday of Easter
April 22, 2012
Pastor Derr Preaches on eyes being opened
Adult Forum
What Jews want Christians to know about the New Testament
April 22, 2012
A Sunday morning conversation on a topic of contemporary interest.
Children
Wednesdays Together
April 18, 2012
A faith formation program for children and their families.
Concert Series
The Soul's Delight
April 17, 2012
An ongoing weekly series of classical concerts on Tuesday evenings.
Morning sermon
Second Sunday of Easter
April 15, 2012
Pastor Stahler preaches about God's peaceful touch throughout life.
Adult Forum
What Jews want Christians to know about the New Testament
April 15, 2012
A Sunday morning conversation on a topic of contemporary interest.
Concert Series
Eric Clark and Vivian Choi, pianists
April 10, 2012
An ongoing weekly series of classical concerts on Tuesday evenings.
Sermon
The Resurrection of our Lord - Easter Sunday
April 8, 2012
Pastor Stahler preaches on Jesus meeting us in times of need.
Sermon
The Resurrection of our Lord - Easter Sunday
April 8, 2012
Pastor Derr preaches at the 8:45 Mass
Sermon
The Resurrection of our Lord - Easter Sunday
April 8, 2012
Pastor Derr preaches at the 11:00 AM Mass
Special
The Passion According to Saint Matthew by Johann Sebastian Bach
April 6, 2012
Saint Peter's Choir presents this magnificent work on Good Friday.
Holy Week
Holy Thursday
April 5, 2012
Two masses are celebrated this day. Everyone is welcome.
Sermon
Holy Thursday Exhortation
April 5, 2012
Pastor Stahler preaches on the gift of 40+ days of waiting.
Easter
Making of the Paschal Candle 2012
April 5, 2012
Follow the process of placing wax symbols into the Paschal Candle.
Sermon
Wednesday in Holy Week
April 4, 2012
Pastor Stahler preaches on Jesus' unexpected feeding of his betrayer.
Jazz Vespers
Melissa Stylianou, Jamie Reynolds, Mark Ferber and Ike Sturm
April 1, 2012
A jazz mass for Passion Sunday including a procession with palms. All are welcome.
Sunday
Passion Sunday
April 1, 2012
All liturgies begin with a procession with palms. Everyone is welcome.
11:00 Mass
Passion Sunday
April 1, 2012
Presentation of The Passion of our Lord According to Saint Mark
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Theodore Roethke
March 30, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Nancy Rackozy
March 29, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Midtown Jazz
Nancy Marano, Jack Wilkins & John Mosca
March 28, 2012
Jazz concerts on Wednesdays at midday.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - William Stafford's
March 28, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Naomi Shihab Nye
March 27, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Ezzeddin Nasafi
March 26, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Jazz Vespers
Chanda Rule and Franz Hackl
March 25, 2012
A service of light at which all are welcome.
Evening sermon
Fifth Sunday in Lent
March 25, 2012
Pastor Stahler preaches about us being God's love.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Kaji Spellman
March 25, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Enrichment
On seeing Jesus - Roberto Lara
March 24, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Wendell Berry
March 23, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Art Installation
Dean Radinovsky: The Paintings of Chapel Americana
March 23, 2012 –
May 13, 2012
May 13, 2012
Large scale paintings on view daily in the Narthex Gallery.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - David Whyte
March 22, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Special
The Church in the World: A Christian Presence at the United Nations
March 21, 2012
A weekly program for Lent presented with Holy Family Roman Catholic Church.
Evening Prayer
Wednesday of the Fourth Week of Lent
March 21, 2012
A weekly liturgy with Holy Family Roman Catholic Church.
Midtown Jazz
Stephanie Nakasian & Hod O'Brien
March 21, 2012
Jazz concerts on Wednesdays at midday.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Roosevelt André Credit
March 20, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Rumi
March 19, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Jazz Vespers
Steve Cardenas Trio with Ben Allison and Rudy Royston
March 18, 2012
A service of light at which all are welcome.
Evening sermon
Fourth Sunday in Lent
March 18, 2012
Pastor Spellman explains why we should welcome judgment - not be afraid of it.
Morning sermon
Fourth Sunday in Lent
March 18, 2012
Pastor Stahler preaches about moving from division to love.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Amandus Derr
March 18, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Mirza Asadullah Khan Ghalib
March 17, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Dietrich Bonhöffer
March 16, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Amelia Earhart
March 15, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Special
The Church in the World: A Christian Presence at the United Nations
March 14, 2012
A weekly program for Lent presented with Holy Family Roman Catholic Church.
Evening Prayer
Wednesday of the Third Week of Lent
March 14, 2012
A weekly liturgy with Holy Family Roman Catholic Church.
Midtown Jazz
Cynthia Sayer & Mike Weatherly
March 14, 2012
Jazz concerts on Wednesdays at midday.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Denise Levertov
March 14, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Wendell Berry
March 13, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Opening Reception
Karl Lorenzen: Art of Sacred Geometry
March 12, 2012
Opening reception and free participatory workshop open to all.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Gary Snyder
March 12, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Jazz Vespers
John Ellis Band
March 11, 2012
A service of light at which all are welcome.
Evening sermon
Third Sunday of Lent
March 11, 2012
Pastor Spellman preaches on bodies and their holiness.
Morning sermon
Third Sunday in Lent
March 11, 2012
Pastor Derr preaches on holy intimacy with God , our neighbors and all creation.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Reinhold Niebuhr
March 10, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Retreat
iTheology: Life where humanity meets technology
March 9, 2012 –
March 11, 2012
March 11, 2012
A three-day retreat reflecting on humanity and five centuries of technology.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus -William Stafford
March 9, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Alfred, Lord Tennyson
March 8, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Special
The Church in the World: A Christian Presence at the United Nations
March 7, 2012
A weekly program for Lent presented with Holy Family Roman Catholic Church.
Evening Prayer
Wednesday of the Second Week of Lent
March 7, 2012
A weekly liturgy with Holy Family Roman Catholic Church.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Toyohiko Kagawa
March 7, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Saint John Chrysostom
March 6, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus -Ravi Ragbir
March 5, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Evening sermon
Second Sunday in Lent
March 4, 2012
Pastor Spellman preaches on how we recognize "the good."
Jazz
Prez Fest 2012: Celebrating Dizzy Gillespie
March 4, 2012
Programs, workshops and preformances exploring Dizzy's life's work.
Morning sermon
Second Sunday in Lent
March 4, 2012
Pastor Derr preaches about how God in Christ's cross overcomes shame and death.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus -Amandus Derr
March 4, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Mary Oliver
March 3, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Community Life
Eric Stenshoel and Michael McKee's "Fifth Anniversary"
March 2, 2012
All are invited to this celebration of commitment and marriage.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus -Marge Piercy
March 2, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Peter Avitable
March 1, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Special
The Church in the World: A Christian Presence at the United Nations
February 29, 2012
A weekly program for Lent presented with Holy Family Roman Catholic Church.
Evening Prayer
Wednesday of the First Week of Lent
February 29, 2012
A weekly liturgy with Holy Family Roman Catholic Church.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Michael McKee
February 29, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Nicoline Strom-Jensen
February 28, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Tracy Christensen
February 28, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Art Installation
Karl Lorenzen: Art of Sacred Geometry
February 27, 2012 –
March 27, 2012
March 27, 2012
On view daily in the Living Room at Saint Peter's Church.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Emil Hottenroth
February 27, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Evening sermon
First Sunday in Lent
February 26, 2012
Pastor Stahler preaches about promise enough for life.
Adult Forum
Generation to Generation: Crafting Extraordinary Relationships
February 26, 2012
Pastor Spellman presents the basics of Family Systems Theory.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Pastor Spellman
February 26, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by members of the Saint Peter's Church community.
Classical Music
Adagio and Toccata for Organ
February 26, 2012
Premier performance of a new work by composer-in-residence Eric R. Stewart.
Morning sermon
First Sunday in Lent
February 26, 2012
Pastor Derr speaks about the inevitability of evil in the journey from promise to resurrection.
Enrichment
On Seeing Jesus - Joe Brewer
February 25, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Enrichment
On seeing Jesus - Jackie Mize Baker
February 23, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Enrichment
"You I See, Jesus" - Chanda Rule Bernroider
February 22, 2012
A daily devotion for Lent by parishioners of Saint Peter's Church.
Sermon
Ash Wednesday
February 22, 2012
Pastor Spellman preaches about the simplicity of springing forward.
Evening sermon
The Transfiguration of Our Lord
February 19, 2012
Pastor Spellman preaches on what we do not see in the Transfiguration.
Liturgy
Baptism of Emily Rose Rego & Reception of New Members
February 19, 2012
Celebration of the gift of new life in Christ.
Morning sermon
The Transfiguration of our Lord
February 18, 2012
Pastor Stahler preaches about being a community formed by Christ.
Sermon
Wednesday in the Sixth Week of Ordinary Time
February 15, 2012
Pastor Spellman preaches on how God stands with the invisible.
Evening sermon
Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany
February 12, 2012
Pastor Derr preaches on grace free of charge.
Morning sermon
Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany
February 12, 2012
Pastor Spellman preaches on how God chooses us.
Prez Fest
Advance ticket donations for Dizzy Gillespie concert
February 6, 2012 –
March 3, 2012
March 3, 2012
Reserve a ticket with an online donation. Additional financial gifts welcome.
Evening sermon
Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany
February 5, 2012
Pastor Stahler preaches about God's presence in moments of distress.
Liturgy
Baptism of Renee Xiao Nelson
February 5, 2012
Celebration of the gift of new life in Christ.
Morning sermon
Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany
February 5, 2012
Pastor Derr preaches on the joys of Gospel living.
Evening sermon
Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany
January 29, 2012
Pastor Stahler preaches about seeing God's promise of life.
Morning sermon
Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
January 29, 2012
Pastor Spellman preaches on ways in which God's authority challenges us.
Retreat
The Power of Forgiveness
January 28, 2012
An informed and faciltated conversation on forgiveness from the Bible to present.
5:00 Jazz Vespers
Third Sunday after Epiphany
January 22, 2012
Pastor Spellman preaches on just how near God's kingdom is.
Morning sermon
Third Sunday after the Epiphany
January 22, 2012
Pastor Stahler preaches about being changed by others.
Art Installation
Elizabeth Jordan with Shannon Boyle: Written Offerings
January 17, 2012 –
February 20, 2012
February 20, 2012
On view daily in the Narthex Gallery at Saint Peter's Church.
5:00 Jazz Vespers
Angeline Butler, musician and activist
January 15, 2012
A service of light commemorating the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King.
Concert Series
Ronald Campbell, bass-baritone
January 10, 2012
An ongoing weekly series of classical concerts on Tuesday evenings.
Sunday
The Baptism of Our Lord
January 8, 2012
A number of liturgies are celebrated throughout the day. Everyone is welcome.
Morning sermon
The Baptism of Our Lord
January 8, 2012
Pastor Spellman talks about bodies, mystery and vision in baptism.
Morning sermon
The Baptism of Our Lord
January 8, 2012
Pastor Ribone preaches on renewing our baptismal commitment
Evening sermon
The Baptism of Our Lord
January 8, 2012
Pastor Stahler preaches on God doing good things with people like us.
Special liturgy
Eve of the Epiphany of our Lord
January 5, 2012
A bilingual Vespers / Evening Prayer liturgy with jazz and choir. Everyone is welcome.
Sunday
First Sunday of Christmas / The Holy Name of Jesus
January 1, 2012
A number of liturgies are celebrated throughout the day. Everyone is welcome.
11:00 Mass
First Sunday of Christmas / The Holy Name of Jesus
January 1, 2012
Pastor Derr preaches on Gods experience of human pain
5:00 Jazz Vespers
First Sunday of Christmas / The Holy Name of Jesus
January 1, 2012
Pastor Derr preaches
Special liturgy
Wednesday in the First Week of Christmas
December 28, 2011
Mass is celebrated at 12:30 P.M., but not at 6:00 P.M.
Midtown Jazz
Jazz at Midday
December 28, 2011 –
December 28, 2011
December 28, 2011
Mid-day Jazz concerts every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Suggested Donation is $10.00.
Jazz
Jazz Mass with Ike Sturm Ensemble + Voices
December 25, 2011
A ChristMass at which all are welcome.
Evening sermon
Christ Mass
December 25, 2011
Pastor Spellman reflects on how we shape our image of Christ.
Sunday
Christmas Day
December 25, 2011
A number of liturgies are celebrated throughout the day. Everyone is welcome.
Special liturgy
Christmas Eve
December 24, 2011
Liturgies at 5:00 P.M. and 11:00 P.M. Everyone is welcome.
Sermon
Nativity of Our Lord
December 24, 2011
Pastor Spellman preaches on "homecoming" at Christmas Vespers.
Midtown Jazz
Yuletide Celebration
December 21, 2011
Mid-day Jazz concerts every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Suggested Donation is $10.00.
Advent Vespers
Wednesday in the fourth week of Advent
December 21, 2011
All are welcome at this sung liturgy featuring the Great "O" Antipohns.
Concert Series
New York Composers Circle
December 20, 2011
An ongoing weekly series of classical concerts on Tuesday evenings.
Jazz Vespers
James Hirschfeld Quartet
December 18, 2011
A service of light to which all are welcome.
5:00 Jazz Vespers
Fourth Sunday in Advent
December 18, 2011
Preaching, singing and praying the Magnificat and the Great "O" Antiphons.
Community Life
Gallery Talk with Oksana Prokopenko
December 18, 2011
All are welcome to engage the artist in conversation and dialogue.
Gallery Talk
Oksana Prokopenko: Mosaic Icons
December 18, 2011
All are welcome to engage the artist in conversation and dialogue.
11:00 Mass
Fourth Sunday in Advent
December 18, 2011
Preaching, singing and praying the Magnificat and the Great "O" Antiphons.
Adult Forum
The Annunciation: A Devotional Study of Luke 1:26-38
December 18, 2011
A Sunday morning conversation on a topic of contemporary interest.
Enrichment
There is only Plan A
December 15, 2011
Part six of a six-week course to self-discovery, purpose and lifestyle.
Midtown Jazz
Jill McManus, piano & Ed Schuller, bass
December 14, 2011
Mid-day jazz concerts every Wednesday.
Concert Series
Antara
December 13, 2011
An ongoing weekly series of classical concerts on Tuesday evenings.
Jazz Vespers
Roy Assaf's Augmented Reality
December 11, 2011
A service of light at which all are welcome.
Fellowship
Hanging of the Greens
December 11, 2011
A day-long party and greening of the church.
Adult Forum
The coming church: views toward the future
December 11, 2011
A Sunday morning conversation on a topic of contemporary interest.
Morning sermon
Third Sunday in Advent
December 11, 2011
Pastor Derr preaches on, "What do you think about the future?"
Evening sermon
Third Sunday in Advent
December 11, 2011
Pastor Stahler preaches about being instrument of peace.
Families
Advent Gathering
December 10, 2011
A morning filled fun and fellowship for families.
Enrichment
There is only Plan A
December 8, 2011
Part five of a six-week course to self-discovery, purpose and lifestyle.
Midtown Jazz
Jay Leonhardt Birthday Celebration
December 7, 2011
Mid-day jazz concerts every Wednesday.
Evening sermon
Second Sunday in Advent
December 4, 2011
Pastor Spellman preaches on our "place" in the created order.
5:00 Jazz Vespers
Phos Hilaron for Advent: Holy Jesus be my Light
December 4, 2011
A new setting of this beloved chidren's song by Ike Sturm.
11:00 Mass
Second Sunday in Advent: Gathering Rite
December 4, 2011
John the Baptist and a crowd of people proclaim "Prepare ye the Way of the Lord."
Adult Forum
The Gospel of Mark
December 4, 2011
A Sunday morning conversation on a topic of contemporary interest.
Morning sermon
Second Sunday in Advent
December 4, 2011
Pastor Stahler preaches on beginnings and endings, and the gift of comfort.
Narthex Gallery
Oksana Prokopenko: Mosaic Icons
December 2, 2011 –
January 8, 2012
January 8, 2012
Art installation on view daily. Free and open to the public.
Enrichment
There is only Plan A
December 1, 2011
Part four of a six-week course to self-discovery, purpose and lifestyle.
Living Room Gallery
Carolyn Abrams: Divine Vessels
December 1, 2011 –
January 1, 2012
January 1, 2012
Art installation on view daily. Free and open to the public.
Midtown Jazz
A Tribute to Ruth Etting: Martha Lorin, Voice & Bill Pernice, Piano
November 30, 2011
Mid-day jazz concerts every Wednesday.
Concert Series
Paul Morin, composer
November 29, 2011
An ongoing weekly series of classical concerts on Tuesday evenings.
Special Events
Christmas Decorating Fund 2011
November 29, 2011 –
December 18, 2011
December 18, 2011
Make your donation to the Christmas Decorating Fund by December 18.
Evening sermon
First Sunday in Advent
November 27, 2011
Pastor Spellman preaches on Advent preparations.
Bach Festival
Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme
November 27, 2011
Performance of sections of J.S. Bach's cantata 140.
Special Events
Thanksgiving Holiday
November 24, 2011 –
November 26, 2011
November 26, 2011
The church building is closed.
Midtown Jazz
Art Lillard's Heavenly Big Band
November 23, 2011
Mid-day Jazz concerts every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Suggested Donation is $10.00.
Concert Series
Eiichi Shimada, piano
November 22, 2011
An ongoing weekly series of classical concerts on Tuesday evenings.
Sunday
Last Sunday after Pentecost
November 20, 2011
A number of liturgies are celebrated throughout the day. Everyone is welcome.
Jazz
Jazz Mass: George Schuller's Trio This
November 20, 2011
A weekly liturgy infused with jazz. Everyone is welcome.
Adult Forum
A discussion on Alzheimer's - continued
November 20, 2011
A Sunday morning conversation on a topic of contemporary interest.
Morning sermon
Last Sunday after Pentecost
November 20, 2011
Guest preacher Pastor Miriam Schmidt considers God's mercy in judgement.
Evening sermon
Last Sunday after Pentecost
November 20, 2011
Pastor Stahler preaches about judgement and the kingdom of heaven.
Enrichment
There is only Plan A
November 17, 2011
Part three of a six-week course to self-discovery, purpose and lifestyle.
Presentation
Flight of the Ibis
November 17, 2011
Muslims, Jews and Christians in 10th Century Cordoba
Midtown Jazz
Lenore Raphael, Piano & Howard Alden, Guitar
November 16, 2011
Mid-day Jazz concerts every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Suggested Donation is $10.00.
Sunday
Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost
November 13, 2011
A number of liturgies are celebrated throughout the day. Everyone is welcome.
Jazz Vespers
Jacam Manricks Quartet
November 13, 2011
A weekly liturgy infused with jazz. Everyone is welcome.
Community Life
Movie Viewing and Discussion
November 13, 2011
Watch and discuss "Like Water For Chocolate"
Adult Forum
Anthony Damasio, Self Comes to Mind: Constructing the Conscious Brain
November 13, 2011
A Sunday morning conversation on a topic of contemporary interest.
Morning sermon
Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost
November 13, 2011
Pastor Stahler preaches about trust in God: faith.
Evening sermon
Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost
November 13, 2011
Pastor Derr preaches about being embraced, entrusted and esteemed.
Special Events
Enter into the Joy of Stewardship: Mission Moment
November 13, 2011
Mission Moment shared at 11 AM Mass
Special Events
Enter into the Joy of Stewardship: Mission Moment
November 13, 2011
Mission Moment shared at Jazz Vespers
Enrichment
There is only Plan A
November 10, 2011
Part two of a six-week course to self-discovery, purpose and lifestyle.
Evening Study
Freedom and community in the New Testament
November 9, 2011
A weekly study on themes of faith and scripture.
Children
Wednesdays Together
November 9, 2011
A formation program for children and their families.
Midtown Jazz
Sandy Stewart, Singer & Bill Charlap, Pianist
November 9, 2011
Mid-day Jazz concerts every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Suggested Donation is $10.00.
Concert Series
An 85th Birthday Celebration for composer Ronald Senator
November 8, 2011
An ongoing weekly series of classical concerts on Tuesday evenings.
Sunday
All Saint's Sunday
November 6, 2011
A number of liturgies are celebrated throughout the day. Everyone is welcome.
Jazz
Jazz Mass: Michael Webster Sextet + Voices
November 6, 2011
A weekly liturgy infused with jazz. Everyone is welcome.
Evening sermon
All Saints' Sunday - Jazz Mass
November 6, 2011
Pastor Spellman preaches on the ways in which the dead bless the living.
Adult Forum
A Nigerian experience
November 6, 2011
A Sunday morning conversation on a topic of contemporary interest.
Community Life
Unwrapping Lazarus
November 3, 2011
A performance art piece for healing and wholeness.
Enrichment
There is only Plan A
November 3, 2011
A six-week course to self-discovery, purpose and lifestyle.
Evening Study
Freedom and community in the New Testament
November 2, 2011
A weekly study on themes of faith and scripture.
Children
Wednesdays Together
November 2, 2011
A formation program for children and their families.
Midtown Jazz
William Bolcom, Pianist/Composer & Jean Morris, Singer
November 2, 2011
Mid-day Jazz concerts every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Suggested Donation is $10.00.
Concert Series
Cross Island Trio: "Quiet Strength" CD release
November 1, 2011
An ongoing weekly series of classical concerts.
Study
OpenFaith OpenBibles OpenMinds: Together at Table
November 1, 2011
An online, social media study on a range of life experiences.
Jazz
Benefit Concert: Jazz Musicians for Somalia
October 31, 2011
Jazz musicians band together to raise funds for people in need in Somalia.
Sunday
Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost / Reconciliation - Reformation Sunday
October 30, 2011
A number of liturgies are celebrated throughout the day. Everyone is welcome.
Jazz Vespers
Jazz Vespers with the Aaron Diehl Trio
October 30, 2011
Jazz service of light to which all are welcome.
Evening sermon
Reformation/ Reconciliation
October 30, 2011
Pastor Spellman preaches on how we know what is "good enough".
Community Life
Fiction Book Discussion Group
October 30, 2011
Focused on contemporary fiction, and being discussed: The Spectator Bird, by Wallace Stegner.
11:00 Mass
Bach Cantata 80, Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott
October 30, 2011
A special musical offering for Reformation/ Reconciliation Sunday
Adult Forum
The current church: views this far along the way
October 30, 2011
A Sunday morning conversation on a topic of contemporary interest.
11:00 Mass
Reformation/ Reconciliation
October 30, 2011
Pastor Derr preaches on inconvenient truths.
Community Life
Walking Neighborhood tour of Central Harlem
October 29, 2011
Enjoy the sights, sounds and food with guides, Tom & Kathy Schmidt.
Community Life
Noche Latina 2011
October 28, 2011
An evening of food, music and dance. All are welcome.
Children
Wednesdays Together
October 26, 2011
A formation program for children and their families.
Midtown Jazz
Gerard Carelli Orchestra
October 26, 2011
Mid-day Jazz concerts every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Suggested Donation is $10.00.
Concert Series
Itay Goren, piano
October 25, 2011
An ongoing weekly series of classical concerts on Tuesdays.
Study
OpenFaith OpenBibles OpenMinds: Loving in times of conflict
October 24, 2011
An online, social media study on a range of life experiences.
Sunday
Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost
October 23, 2011
A number of liturgies are celebrated throughout the day. Everyone is welcome.
Jazz Vespers
Kim Harris, Roger Holland + voices
October 23, 2011
Featuring a special composition: "Welcome table: a mass of spirituals."
Evening sermon
Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost
October 23, 2011
Pastor Spelman preaches on "pleasing God."
Community Life
Non-fiction Book Group
October 23, 2011
The discussion will be about The Devil in the White City, by Erik Larson
Adult Forum
Convivencia: the Andalusian context
October 23, 2011
A Sunday morning conversation on a topic of contemporary interest.
Morning sermon
Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost
October 23, 2011
Pastor Jared R. Stahler preaches about love of God and love of neighbor.
Bach Festival
Walter Hilse, organ
October 22, 2011
Walter Hilse's 19th consecutive annual recital in Bach at Saint Peter's Festival.
Sermon
Eulogy for James Michael McGowan
October 22, 2011
Pastor Spellman offers a few words on unending life.
Evening Study
Freedom and community in the New Testament
October 19, 2011
A weekly study on themes of faith and scripture.
Children
Wednesdays Together
October 19, 2011
A formation program for children and their families.
Midtown Jazz
Pamela Luss, Houston Person and Jon Weber
October 19, 2011
Mid-day Jazz concerts every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Suggested Donation is $10.00.
Concert Series
Brooklyn Art Song
October 18, 2011
An ongoing weekly series of classical concerts on Tuesday evenings.
Study
OpenFaith OpenBibles OpenMinds: God's Impartiality
October 18, 2011
An online, social media study on a range of life experiences.
Sunday
Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost / Day of Saint Luke
October 16, 2011
Rites for Healing are offered at all liturgies this day. Everyone is welcome.
Jazz Vespers
Jazz Mass with the Godwin Louis Band
October 16, 2011
A jazz liturgy of celebration to which all are welcome.
Evening sermon
Saint Luke the Evangelist
October 16, 2011
Pastor Spellman preaches about the poor.
Morning sermon
Saint Luke the Physician
October 16, 2011
Finding yourself in the story of Jesus. Pastor Derr preaches.
Forum
Christian Theology in Arabic: Genres and Strategies
October 16, 2011
presented by Lucinda Mosher
Study
Open Series: Navigating Valleys
October 13, 2011
Pastor Spellman discusses how we prayerfully make decisions.
Evening Study
Freedom and Community in the New Testament
October 12, 2011
A weekly study on themes of faith and scripture.
Midtown Jazz
Ted Kooshian Standard Orbit Quartet
October 12, 2011
Mid-day Jazz concerts every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Suggested Donation is $10.00
Jazz
All Nite Soul 2011 Honoring Randy Weston
October 9, 2011
41st annual jazz homecoming, NYC's longest continuously-running jazz festival!
Sunday
Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost
October 9, 2011
A number of liturgies are celebrated throughout the day. Everyone is welcome.
Evening sermon
Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost
October 9, 2011
Pastor Spellman preaches on death and its company.
Morning sermon
Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost
October 9, 2011
Pastor Stahler preaches a banquet table that changes us.
Special Events
Enter into the Joy of Stewardship: Mission Moment
October 9, 2011
John Dolbashian considers the life-giving gifts of stewardship.
Special Events
Enter into the Joy of Stewardship: Mission Moment
October 9, 2011
T.J. FitzGerald speaks about stewardship supporting renewal in community.
Special Events
Enter into the Joy of Stewardship: Mission Moment
October 9, 2011
Maria Concepcion Garcia shares why & how she comes to Saint Peter's.
Children
Wednesdays Together
October 5, 2011
A formation program for children and their families.
Special
Ike Sturm on WNYC's Soundcheck
October 5, 2011
Listen to this broadcast featuring Saint Peter's Director of Music for the Jazz Ministry.
Study
Open Faiths, Open Bibles, Open Minds: Symbols of Power
October 4, 2011
A brief, online study on recognizing power
Special Events
Enter into the Joy of Stewardship: Mission Moment
October 2, 2011
Lynne Mueller shares her journey to becoming a steward in the church.
Evening sermon
Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost
October 2, 2011
Pastor Stahler preaches about righteousness in place of right and wrong lists.
Morning sermon
Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost
October 2, 2011
Pastor Spellman on towers of dominance and control asking: who's in charge?
Special Events
Enter into the Joy of Stewardship: Mission Moment
October 2, 2011
Aaron Thompson speaks about stewardship as mission to artists.
Adult Forum
Christian Diversity in the Early Islamic World, led by Dr. Lucinda Mosher
October 2, 2011
An introduction to the Christian diversity and identity in the 8th--11th centuries
Special Events
Enter into the Joy of Stewardship: Mission Moment
October 2, 2011
Ro Baker considers stewardship as Christ's body reaching out to others in thanksgiving.
Living Room Gallery
Marty Norman: Recent Works
October 1, 2011 –
November 18, 2011
November 18, 2011
Art installation on view daily. Free and open to the public.
Narthex Gallery
Charles Yoder: Still Waters and Shadows
October 1, 2011 –
November 20, 2011
November 20, 2011
Art installation on view daily. Free and open to the public.
Opening Reception
Marty Norman: Recent Works
October 1, 2011
Opening of the Living Room Gallery installation by Marty Norman.
Small group
Dia: Beacon Tour
October 1, 2011
A trip for interested persons to this important collection of contemporary art.
Opening Reception
Still Waters and Shadows
September 30, 2011
Opening of the Narthex Gallery installation by Charles Yoder.
Children
Wednesdays Together
September 28, 2011
A formation program for children and their families.
Midtown Jazz
Kenny Ascher, piano; Dick Sarpola, bass; Jim Saporito, drums
September 28, 2011
Lively jazz concerts every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Suggested Donation is $10.00
Study
Open Faiths, Open Bibles, Open Minds: Kenosis
September 27, 2011
A short, online study on the Christ Hymn found in Philippians 2:1-11.
20s&30s
Lex & Rooftop: an evening to renew connection
September 26, 2011
Connect with others at the intersection of family, friends, faith and futures.
Evening sermon
Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost
September 25, 2011
Pastor Derr preaches about What kind of God do we worship?
Special Events
Enter into the Joy of Stewardship: Mission Moment
September 25, 2011
Pat Almonrode notes what your stewardship does and does not support.
Small group
Fiction book discussion group
September 25, 2011
Join others in discussing Abraham Verghese's "Cutting for Stone."
Morning sermon
Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost
September 25, 2011
Pastor Stahler proclaims the absurd as godly.
Special Events
Enter into the Joy of Stewardship: Mission Moment
September 25, 2011
John Mostenan speaks about stewardship of the earth's resources.
Sunday Forum
Feminist theology
September 25, 2011
Pastor Kaji Spellman disucsses feminist theology in contemporary context.
Special liturgy
A Celebration of Marriage
September 24, 2011
Pastor Derr preaches on the one essential for every marriage
Children
Wednesdays Together
September 21, 2011
A formation program for children and their families.
Midtown Jazz
Carrie Jackson with Lou Rainone, piano; Thaddeus Expose, bass; Earl Grice, drums
September 21, 2011
Lively jazz concerts every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Suggested Donation is $10.00
Concert Series
Cesar Vuksic, piano
September 20, 2011
Works by Liszt, Piazzolla, Debussy and others.
Weekday Study
Open Faiths, Open Bibles, Open Minds: Growing Pains
September 20, 2011
Pastor Spellman explores the Parable of the Laborers.
Special Events
Enter into the Joy of Stewardship: Mission Moment
September 18, 2011
Anna Fedak speaks about giving and receiving in community.
Special Events
Enter into the Joy of Stewardship: Mission Moment
September 18, 2011
Stan Rustin speaks about a variety of ways of being a steward.
Morning sermon
Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost
September 18, 2011
Pastor Spellman preaches on true growth.
Evening sermon
Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost
September 18, 2011
Pastor Stahler preaches about receiving grace with a laugh.
Children
Wednesdays Together
September 14, 2011
A formation program for children and their families.
Weekday Study
Open Faith, Open Bibles, Open Minds
September 13, 2011
A short, online study on the concept of forgiveness in Christian community.
Jazz
Jazz Mass with Ike Sturm Band + Voices
September 11, 2011
All are welcome at this jazz mass marking the 10th anniversary of September 11, 2001.
Evening sermon
Day of Mourning
September 11, 2011
Pastor Spellman preaches on September 11 and the forgiveness narrative.
Morning sermon
Day of Mourning
September 11, 2011
Pastor Derr preaches about God’s gift of forgiveness.
Sunday Forum
The Day the World Stood Still
September 11, 2011
Ann Suriano leads a conversation about living in the aftermath of 9/11.
Sunday
Day of Mourning / Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost
September 11, 2011
Lliturgies mark the 10th Anniversary of September 11, 2001. Everyone is welcome.
Evening sermon
Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost
September 4, 2011
Pastor Spellman preaches on love and indebtedness.
Morning sermon
Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost
September 4, 2011
Pastor Derr preaches about lordly, son-of-the-living-God given to creatively shape life.
Special Events
Enter into the Joy: 2011-2012 Stewardship Campaign
September 1, 2011 –
November 13, 2011
November 13, 2011
Make a financial pledge to support the mission of Saint Peter's Church.
Midtown Jazz
Helen Sung, piano with Reuben Rogers, bass & Rudy Royston, drums
August 31, 2011
Lively jazz concerts every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Suggested Donation is $10.00
Sunday
Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost
August 28, 2011
All liturgies canceled anticipating hurricane Irene.
Jazz on the Plaza
West Point U.S. Army Big Band
August 25, 2011
Free lunchtime concert series finale!
Midtown Jazz
Alex Leonard, singer/pianist & Jay Leonhart, bass
August 24, 2011
Lively jazz concerts every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Suggested Donation is $10.00
Evening sermon
Tenth Sunday after Pentecost
August 21, 2011
Pastor Spellman preaches on the origins of being.
Morning sermon
Tenth Sunday after Pentecost
August 21, 2011
Pastor O'Hara preaches about the importance of names.
Narthex Gallery
9/11 Elegies: 2001-2011
August 20, 2011 –
September 25, 2011
September 25, 2011
Works by Ejay Weiss on view daily in the Narthex Gallery.
Living Room Gallery
Remains of the Day: Digital Impressions of the Urban Landscape
August 19, 2011 –
September 25, 2011
September 25, 2011
Works by Carol Caputo on view daily in the Living Room Gallery.
Midtown Jazz
Jane Stuart, singer Rave Tesar, piano Sue Williams, bass Rick DeKovessey, drums
August 17, 2011
Lively jazz concerts every Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Suggested Donation is $10.00
Evening sermon
Ninth Sunday after Pentecost
August 14, 2011
Pastor Spellman preaches on purpose in life.
Morning sermon
Mary, Mother of God
August 14, 2011
Pastor Spellman preaches on Mary, the Christ-bearer.
Jazz on the Plaza
Jeb Patton and Sachal Vasandani
August 11, 2011
Free lunchtime concert featuring piano and vocal duo.
Morning sermon
Eighth Sunday after Pentecost
August 7, 2011
Pastor Spellman preaches on "Elijah Moments" - when God surprises us.
Evening sermon
Mary, Mother of God
August 7, 2011
Pastor Kevin A. O'Hara preaches at the Jazz Mass.
Jazz on the Plaza
Cameron Brown & the Hear and Now
August 4, 2011
Free lunchtime concert featuring a unique leading-edge jazz quartet.
Concert Series
4x4 Baroque Music Festival: Bach and Before
August 3, 2011
A multi-concert series celebring music of baroque composers.
Jazz
Midtown Jazz at Midday
August 3, 2011 –
August 31, 2011
August 31, 2011
Midday jazz concerts for the midtown community.
Concert Series
4x4 Baroque Music Festival: Sons of Orpheus
August 2, 2011
A multi-concert series celebring music of baroque composers.
Morning sermon
Seventh Sunday after Pentecost
July 31, 2011
Pastor Jared R. Stahler preaches on John the Baptist and the Feeding of the 5,000+
Evening sermon
Seventh Sunday after Pentecost
July 31, 2011
Pastor Kevin O'Hara shares the story of a challenging day.
Morning sermon
Sixth Sunday after Pentecost
July 24, 2011
Pastor Amandus J. Derr preaches on what it means for God to be "for us".
Evening sermon
Sixth Sunday after Pentecost
July 24, 2011
Pastor Jared R. Stahler preaches on Torah's blessing of loving God and neighbor.
Evening sermon
Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
July 17, 2011
Pastor Kevin A. O'Hara preaches about the child-like nature of God.
Morning sermon
Fifth Sunday after Pentecost
July 17, 2011
Pastor Jared R. Stahler preaches on evil and its absence in the "Kingdom of Heaven."
Evening sermon
Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
July 10, 2011
Pastor Kevin A. O'Hara preaches on matters of faith.
Morning sermon
Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
July 10, 2011
Pastor Kaji R. Spellman explores the Parable of the Sower & having a sense of groundedness.
Exhibit
Let there be light
July 8, 2011 –
August 15, 2011
August 15, 2011
Surabstract paintings by Kendall Shaw in the Narthex and Living Room Galleries.
Morning sermon
Third Sunday after Pentecost
July 3, 2011
Pastor Amandus J. Derr preaches on citizens of nations & the kingdom of heaven.