State College Presbyterian Church ~ Welcome to our Congregation and our Worship! 
We believe that Jesus Christ came to reveal the fullness of God's love for us, and we continue to celebrate that love through praise, sacraments, service, and community.
State College Presbyterian Church
132 W. Beaver Ave   ~  State College, PA 16801
Phone: 814-238-2422  ~  email: officescpc@gmail.com
​Our Ministry and Mission Continue here at State College Presbyterian Church!
On the pages of this site you will find much of our NORMAL schedule of programs - we will return to our normal building schedule as soon as we are able.

Please call ahead to check when the building is open.

We are checking voice mail (814-238-2422) and emails (officescpc@gmail.com). Keep checking back here for church information and to stay updated on the latest news.

Click here to go to our Staff Page where you will find direct links to staff email addresses.
 
Pray for those who are most deeply affected, keep washing your hands, stay out of crowds and keep checking the website and emails for the latest information.
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About Us ~
State College Presbyterian Church is a warm, diverse, dynamic faith community with people of all ages and generations coming together to learn, serve and worship together​
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​In response to God’s unconditional love and Jesus’ example of hospitality, State College Presbyterian Church is called to be a welcoming community.  We affirm all people equally, regardless of, for example, race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, capability, religious background, or circumstance of life.  We are committed to removing barriers that separate us.  As we gather in worship, fellowship and service, all are welcome.
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Click here to go to our 'Sermons" page to listen to past sermons

Click here to view Worship Bulletins
Get Involved ~
SCPC offers a wide range of ministry opportunities. Whether you'd like to learn more, pray more, or serve more, we have a ministry for you.
Learn About Church Membership
If you don't have a church home, we invite you to consider becoming part of our Church family.  Contact our Membership and Program Associate if you have questions  or click the button below to learn more about how to become a member.

 Join our Community ~
Click the Envelope Above and let us Know How You Would Like to Hear from Us!
Support Us ~
​Stewardship ~ Make  your Pledge Online!   You can make your 2021 pledge by returning a pledge card or submitting an online pledge.  Click here to complete an online pledge.   This is submitted directly to the Financial Administrator.
click here to make a pledge for 2020.
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Giving Options
Making an offering of our financial resources is an integral part of what it means to be a Christian.
​We have a variety of ways to make it easy for you to support our church.  Click here to go to our "Online Giving" Page to learn more.

Along with paying by check or cash (plate offering), an online giving option is available to make it more convenient for those who wish to contribute by credit card or directly from a checking or savings account.  Click the "Give Now" button to make a contribution or to learn more.  You may now select Deacons, LOGOS Donation, or Other Gift (please specify!) in addition to Operating when using our online giving system!

We also have an  ACH/direct debit option: click this link for the form and either mail it in OR scan a copy and email to Michelle.
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Indoor Worship is Suspended - Worship With Us - On YouTube!
Our SCPC Medical Advisory Team has SUSPENDED Sunday morning 10:00 am indoor worship services for the foreseeable future.
 
We continue our Sunday recorded worship services which are available each weekend on our YouTube channel (State College Presbyterian Church). There is a brief sermon, music, readings, prayers, and a children’s time - for those on on our email list, watch for an email on Saturday with the link.  Contact Martha if you wish to be added to that list.

Visit our Worship Service Videos page to view the library of recorded services.  Worship services are posted on Saturdays (as soon as the link is available). Visit our Adult Education page to link to the library of available video adult education offerings on our YouTube channel. 

Many thanks to all of those who are helping to bring these messages to you along with Jerry Sawyer and Kerry Trout for producing, editing and posting these services.  We plan to continue offering this type of service for the foreseeable future.
Strengthening Ministry Connections in a New Year
In 2018, our congregation made a big step forward in our  ministry to college students and young adults by bringing Allison Maus to our church.  Allison had just graduated from Princeton Seminary and had completed all of the necessary steps towards ordination.  We felt so blessed that God had led us to a person uniquely qualified for the work of campus ministry who could also add greatly to our congregational worship and our Spiritual Life programs.  We were able to enter into a three year covenant with Allison which will conclude at the end of the current academic year.
 
We are all grateful for Allison’s ministry among us, and that is why the Session has been discussing ways that we can continue this fruitful relationship by creating an Associate Pastor position that Allison would fill. 
 
As these conversations have progressed through the Summer and Fall, several important doors have opened. First of all, we were approved to receive help under a special program of the Board of Pensions for newly ordained persons in new ministry positions. This will greatly reduce the amount we must pay for Allison’s health and pension benefits. Still, we will have to increase her compensation to meet Presbytery’s minimums for an ordained person. Here again, we have wonderful news. A group of church members has already committed additional support to make up the difference between Allison’s current salary and what Presbytery requires.
 
That is why the Session now feels comfortable in recommending to the congregation the formation of an Associate Pastor Nominating Committee to call Allison as an Associate Pastor for Campus, Young Adult, and Spiritual Life ministry for the designated term of three years, beginning in May of 2021. This recommendation will be brought forward at the annual congregational meeting on January 24. 
 
There are great challenges for our ministries right now, and for campus ministry in particular.  The pandemic has made radical changes to the lives of students and how our church can relate to them.  However, the pandemic will not continue forever, and now we have a great opportunity to prepare, with God’s help, for what happens next!  Please continue to pray for our common work and plan on joining the meeting on Sunday, January 24.
Adult Education Offerings Resume January 17
January 17, 2021 ~ "Darryl's Five Steps to Innovating for God and Your Neighbor" on Zoom at 11:00 am

From the very first verse of the Bible, God was creating new things and new life. One of our obligations as Christians is to transform the world to make loving our neighbor easier. SCPC's own Darrell Velegol will discuss five key steps anyone can use to innovate in ways that can grow your faith, involvement in the community, and perhaps even your finances.

Join the Zoom Meeting at 11:00 am on Sunday, January 17:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84477590249
2021 Pledge Update
 Thank you to everyone who has made a pledge for 2021!
If you haven’t turned your 2021 pledge, you may still do so -- you can mail in the original card sent out with the stewardship letter OR use our online pledging link OR email Michelle.

Also - if you have a recurring pledge amount and that amount has been adjusted for 2021 you will need to update the amount in your online account. Contact Michelle if you have questions about how to do that.
We are the Church together ~ thank you for your continued financial support!

Click here to go to our Stewardship Page where you can watch a video to see why "We're Still Here!"
LOGOS News
(our program for children and youth in grades 1-8) 
We begin our 2021 LOGOS Family Meals on Tuesday, January 19 (deadline to reserve your meals is Sunday, January 17 by 5:00 pm). We have our table parents continuing with our Family Zooms, and a whole new menu for the Tuesday LOGOS Family Meal pick up! 

As before, click here to head to the website NOW to make your dinner reservations if you are registered in our LOGOS program!  If you are not currently registered for LOGOS, registration is free this year and can be completed online, as well as all the details about the program, on the LOGOS/Geckos page or the LOGOS/Chrysalis page.

Questions can be directed to Keri Rounsville, Deannine Shipman or Ned Wetherald.
3 Questions Video Series Takes a Hiatus
 Due to some technical difficulties there will be no 3 Questions videos for the next few weeks - we hope to getting things squared away soon.
 
In the meantime, click here to view all available "3 Questions" videos on our website
Supporting SCPC ~ Thank you to everyone who has been able to contribute to our church during this challenging time; SCPC is blessed and fortunate to have such a caring and supportive church family.  For those who are able, please remember you can make your offering in any of the following ways:
  • By check mailed to the church (address above)
  • By direct bank e-check/bill pay (contact your bank)
  • Through our online giving option: QR code to the right with your smart phone, or click the "give now" button.  You may now select Deacons, LOGOS Donation, or Other Gift (please specify!) in addition to Operating when using our online giving system!
  •  ACH/direct debit option: click this link for the form and either mail it in OR scan a copy and email to Michelle.
    • Processing will occur on the 1st and 15th of each month; you may choose either (or both) days and one-time, monthly, or quarterly processing.
    • ACH processing occurs at no fee to SCPC.
    • Please contact Michelle with any questions.
                   Again, thank you for your continued support!
Virtual Congregational Prayer Meeting ~ Tuesdays at Noon on Zoom
We hold a congregational prayer meeting via Zoom every Tuesday at noon. Contact Allison Maus if you want the details or to be added to the email list to receive the meeting information.
Virtual Centering Prayer via Zoom
 The regular weekly Centering Prayer group offering has changed to a Zoom gathering. and will continue to be offered Mondays from 7:00 - 8:00 pm.  If you would like to be added to the email invitation list and receive an access code, please contact Mary Boutselis or Mary Jane Kistler.
Music during the Pandemic
We hope you have been enjoying the choir anthems in our recorded worship services. Would you like to join us?? Email Ned Wetherald, Director of Music Ministry, and he will send you an invitation to the program. Give it a try!
Men's Covenant Group
The Men's Covenant Group has been meeting via Zoom and occasionally in person while the weather has been nice.  They meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month from 7-8:30 pm.  If you are interested in being added to the email invitation list and to receive the access code, or would like more information, please contact Rob Huffard.
Men's Bible Study
The Men’s Bible Study is studying the book of Ecclesiastes.  If you are interested in studying God’s word we invite you to join in. Our meetings are the 2nd and 4th Monday’s of the month and we meet over Zoom or at the church when possible. If anyone is interested in our group, please contact Bob Igo at 814-280-0437.
Wednesday in the Word
Wednesday in the Word continues to study "A Deeper Look at the Sermon on the Mount -- Living out the Way of Jesus" by John Stott with Dale and Sandy Larsen.

We welcome newcomers. Folks are invited to bring a Bible and join us for this study and time of fellowship. We meet via Zoom Wednesdays at 12:30 for lunch then 12:45 to 1:45 PM for the study and 1:45 to 2:00 for sharing and prayer.

If you would like to join in or have questions, contact Connie Curilla or Linda Edvar.


If you're having any trouble accessing our online resources, please call the church office and leave a message (814-238-2422).
Online Giving Reminder
Remember - if you have signed up for an automatic plan for your pledge and arranged for a once or twice a year deduction the charge will show up as "VP*STATE COLLEGE PRESTATE COLLEGE PA" so don't be alarmed when you see this charge. 

Also, if your credit card number or expiration date changes, you will need to login to your account to change that information.
 
Thank you for your continued support!  Please contact Financial Administrator Michelle Fortin if you have questions.
 News & Events ​
There is more news to check out on our "News" Page -- click here!
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State College Presbyterian Church
State College Presbyterian Church
132 West Beaver Avenue
State College, PA 16801
Phone: 814-238-2422
email: officescpc@gmail.com

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814-237-1154
​stayandplayscpc@gmail.com

Sunday Outdoor Worship ~ (weather permitting) outside the Beaver Avenue Tower Entrance
9:00 am - a brief service with social distancing and face masks required.  If it's raining, we won't meet) see article above.

Online Worship ~ An email is sent out on Saturdays  (to those on our mailing list) with a link to a  recorded service on YouTube.  If you would like to join our mailing list, please click here.
Normal Building Hours: (call ahead to 814-238-2422  for information on when the building is open during COVID)
Monday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday:  8:00  am - 3:00 pm