Dec 8, 2024
Advent Mission and Fellowship Fair
The Govans Mission Committee is pleased to partner with the Fellowship Committee this year for an Advent Mission & Fellowship Fair on December 8 in the Gallery following worship. You will have an opportunity to learn more about Govans’ many mission partners and purchase crafts and gifts to support their work. The Fellowship Committee is planning Christmas activities to further engage congregation members and youth.
Dec 7, 2024
Sing for Peace!
Sing for Peace: A Live Music Event Celebrating Peace and Justice for All Join us in the sanctuary for a very special afternoon of music! The concert, organized by Lea Gilmore, Music Director and Minister for Racial Justice will feature performances by Ama Chandra, Amado, Ohland, Elizabeth Melvin (of the Freedom Choir), Sahffi Lynne, and Andy Wilson. To learn more email Lea at lea@govanspres.org.
Oct 20, 2024
Courageous Conversations: Understanding and Defending DEI
Join us on October 20 in the Gallery at noon for a presentation and discussion by Baltimore-based diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging specialist Charles D. Jackson. Jackson is a distinguished leader with a proven track record of driving positive change. A native of Baltimore, Maryland, his passion for addressing racial disparities was ignited during his undergraduate years at Emmanuel College in Boston, Massachusetts. Furthering his expertise, he earned a Diversity Practitioner certification from NTL Institute and a Community Health Leadership…
Oct 14, 2024
Music Mondays: Women in Music Part V with Marie Herrington and Timothy Krippner
Join Marie and Timothy for the next recital of their series featuring the work of women composers. This performance will feature songs about nature, creation, and the stages of life. This will be in-person only in the sanctuary.
Oct 4, 2024
Ramilya Saubanova at the Piano
Join us on Friday October 4 at 7:00pm to hear Ramilya’s first concert here at Govans. Admission is free. Dr. Ramilya Saubanova is a passionate pianist whose musical journey began in Tatarstan, Russia, over two decades ago, and has since taken her to numerous stages around the world. Known for her expressive performances and collaborative spirit, she shares her love for music through solo recitals, chamber ensembles, and masterclasses. Ramilya enriches the cultural landscape by organizing the Tatar Music Concert…
Jun 10, 2024
Juneteenth Jubilee
Juneteenth Jubilee returns! – June 10 at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary For the second year in a row, Govans Presbyterian’s music program and Racial Justice Ministry, in partnership with Knox Presbyterian Church, is thrilled to be presenting a FREE concert – “Juneteenth Jubilee.” This event is being organized by Jonathan Jensen ( bassist for the award winning Baltimore Symphony Orchestra) and Lea Gilmore, Music Director and Minister for Racial Justice and Multicultural Engagement. This multi-genre concert (classical, jazz, blues, gospel,…
Jun 9, 2024
Annual Church Potluck Picnic
Annual Church Picnic is June 9 Join us June 9 after the combined service for our annual Potluck Church Picnic under the trees in the front yard. Bring a dish to share and enjoy spending time with the church family. The combined service will include the ordination and installation of our new Session members! You don’t want to miss it.
May 23, 2024
Let Freedom Sing: A Live Concert with Keith Snipes & Company
Join us as we welcome back Keith Snipes and Company for a fantastic free concert! Keith Snipes created Keith Snipes & Company to embody the values his mother instilled in him: to say something positive through music; something that affirms our commonalities. The concert will feature the amazing talents of acclaimed musicians Janelle Gill, Eric Kennedy, Brent Birckhead, and Obasi Akoto. You don’t want to miss it!
May 19, 2024
The Woodbrook Players Present: Into the Woods
Saturdays, May 4 & 11 at 7:00 PMSundays, May 5, 12, 19 at 2 PMFriday, May 17 at 7:00 PM The Brothers Grimm hit the stage with an epic fairytale about wishes, family and the choices we make. One of Stephen Sondheim’s most popular works, this timeless yet relevant piece tells the story of a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would…
May 17, 2024
The Woodbrook Players Present: Into the Woods
Saturdays, May 4 & 11 at 7:00 PMSundays, May 5, 12, 19 at 2 PMFriday, May 17 at 7:00 PM The Brothers Grimm hit the stage with an epic fairytale about wishes, family and the choices we make. One of Stephen Sondheim’s most popular works, this timeless yet relevant piece tells the story of a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would…
May 11, 2024
The Woodbrook Players Present: Into the Woods
Saturdays, May 4 & 11 at 7:00 PMSundays, May 5, 12, 19 at 2 PMFriday, May 17 at 7:00 PM The Brothers Grimm hit the stage with an epic fairytale about wishes, family and the choices we make. One of Stephen Sondheim’s most popular works, this timeless yet relevant piece tells the story of a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would…
Apr 28, 2024
Knox/Govans Partnership Sunday
Join us for special joint service of worship with our sister church, Knox Presbyterian. This service will be at Knox (1300 N. Eden St., Baltimore, MD 21213). Note: There will be no service at Govans that Sunday. The service will start at 11:00 a.m. and last about 90 minutes.