Worship: There are many ways to describe worship. We experience it as an encounter with the presence of God, as the offering of gratitude for our faith in Jesus Christ, as our praise of the God who has claimed us as beloved children. However we define it, worship is an act of truly and faithfully living. Worship here at Palm lies at the heart of our community of faith and draws us together in the Spirit. Our services are centered in Christ, inspired by God’s Word, filled with music, and strive to engage all those present to deepen our faith.
Worship is held every Sunday morning at 10:15 a.m. All people and all ages are welcome. There is a Children’s sermon and a Children’s Church time provided during our service, for parents with children under the age of ten who would like to take advantage of it. We have a nursery as well for parents to take advantage of if/when needed. We look forward to welcoming you as we join in the Spirit of God to worship as a community of faith in Jesus Christ!
Sunday School: We offer Sunday School classes for 2 year olds through 12th grade on Sunday mornings from 9:00 am to 10:00 am throughout the school year.
Youth: You will find youth activities for children up to the age of 17 listed in our weekly bulletin and Palm Leaves (newsletter) as well as posted on our website’s Calendar, and Church News pages. A Sunday School teacher teaches about a book from the Bible, we pray and ask fun trivia questions like, How many books are in the Bible? The first Sunday of every month is a combined Sunday School class for all ages where we teach more about our opening devotion theme and play fun interactive games that get the youth thinking and moving! Each Sunday School year opens up with a themed Rally Day with a covered-dish breakfast. Through out our Sunday School year we have fun events such as a teacher egg hunt where the teachers also have an egg hunt. And to celebrate the end of a fun and faith driven year, we hold a closing program with certificates and a church picnic after worship for everyone to come and enjoy! Any questions about our youth program and/or activities can be directed to Heather Harris, our Director of Christian Education.
Music Music is at the heart of the Palm congregation and we are blessed to have an active and inspiring music program featuring vocal and instrumental choirs. We offer opportunities for musicians of all ages and experience levels to participate in the worship life of our church and share their talents with the congregation. We encourage singers and instrumentalists of all levels, regardless of experience, to share their musical talents with the congregation. Our choirs rehearse and perform from September through May.
Prayer Chain: The Prayer Chain is a group of our church members who have committed to praying for individuals with special prayer requests. The group is always looking for additional members. To join the group or to submit a prayer request, contact Nancy Hoffman at 610-310-2094. We find strength and healing through the power of prayer!
Men of Palm: The Men of Palm work together with the additional assistance of the women, youth, and friends of our Church to sponsor an annual Chicken Barbeque Dinner fundraiser. The group is welcomes all who are interested in joining them in their endeavors.
Boy Scouts & Girl Scouts Palm Schwenkfelder Church is the charter organization for Scout Troop 79 which currently meets on Tuesday evenings at the church. This troop is host to to both girls and boys troops. If interested, please ccall the Church office for contact information.