Grow in faith and fellowship this fall by joining a Grace Group at IPC. October 12 through November 16, small groups will meet for six weeks to study "Matthew: The Gospel of Promised Blessings" by Matthew L. Skinner. Each Grace Group is led by members of IPC and meets at various times and locations, so you can find a group that’s a good fit for you. All groups follow the same study and offer a welcoming space to explore scripture in community, reminding us that faith is something we’re meant to grow in together. Registration opens Sunday, September 21. Reserve a spot online or sign up in the Parlor. Registration form coming soon!
Join us to preview Dr. Mark Labberton’s book The Dangerous Act of Worship , as we prepare for Focus on Faith Sunday on Nov. 2. Together we’ll explore: What is worship? Are we awake to God’s purpose inside and outside the church walls? How does worship transform us and connect us to living our faith? No advance reading is required; come ready to listen, share, and grow together. If you are looking for copies of Dr. Labberton's books, please visit the John N. Lukens Library at IPC for a full selection!
If you would like to join us for dinner in the Great Hall at 5:30 pm, place your order by noon the Tuesday before the class.
Join the Lunch Bunch crew for a great meal and fellowship at Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint. We will meet at the restaurant at 11:30 am. This is a self-pay event but please register so we will have an accurate headcount.
We welcome our 2025 Focus on Faith Guest Speaker, Dr. Mark Labberton, on Sunday, November 2. Dr. Labberton is the former President and Professor of Preaching at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, California and is the author of several books, including "The Dangerous Act of Worship: Living God’s Call to Justice," "The Dangerous Act of Loving Your Neighbor: Seeing Others Through the Eyes of Jesus," and "Called: The Crisis and Promise of Following Jesus Today."
Schedule of Events
- 8:45 & 11 am Worship Services in the Sanctuary
- 10 am Sunday School Class in the Sanctuary
- Reception in the Parlor following 11 am worship
Mark your calendar for the 61st Annual November Organ Recital Series. Enjoy free concerts each Sunday in November at 4:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. These performances are a gift to the community.
Join fellow IPC Hikers for a hike on November 8. Led by Rowena Macnab, these monthly hikes take place in different locations across the Birmingham area.
The Youth Grant Team, made up of juniors and seniors, will share their experiences and decisions during this year’s IPC Foundation grant cycle. Come to learn and show your support!
Join us on Monday, November 24 at 7 pm at The Grocery for Beer & Hymns! Beer & Hymns is exactly what it sounds like. We sing old-timey hymns (plus a few new ones) while enjoying good food and beverages.
Happy Thanksgiving! Church offices will be closed Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28. IPC will hold one worship service at 10 am on Sunday, November 30.
We invite you to join us for a life-changing journey to Rwanda, where we'll stay and visit with Archbishop Mbanda, explore the inspiring work being done at East African Christian College, and witness firsthand how God is reviving and restoring a country after genocide. We hope you'll consider being part of this journey of faith. For more information, please contact Betsy Holloway or David Seamon at dseamon@ipc-usa.org.
