Welcome to the Doylestown Presbyterian Church podcast. Each week, our Sunday sermon will be posted. Whether you listen in the car, during a walk, or at home, we hope it can bring you joy and comfort as you go about your day!
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DPC Sermon from October 27, 2024 - "A Saint from Mississippi"
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"This Sunday was All Saints’ Day. In our tradition, a saint isn’t a plastic statue or someone who appears in a stained glass window. Humphrey Bogart, Jesus, and a shy Baptist from Mississippi all help us understand what it means to be a saint. Who knows, you might be one too!” -Rev. Dr. Tom Kortעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from October 20, 2024 - "Watch Out for the Dragons"
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“What can a former seminary president, a prophet named Ezekiel, a published Rabbi, and the literary character Faust teach us about dragons? You do know there are dragons out there, right? An even more pressing question is 'what do you do when you face a dragon?" -Rev. Dr. Tom Kortעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from October 13, 2024 - "Wallflowers and Dancers"
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“There is a common thread of life and faith that connects us to a dancing king, a sour puss, and Lee Ann Womack. I’ll share more this week in worship. Hope to see you on Sunday and bring your dancing shoes!” -Rev. Dr. Tom Kortעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from October 6, 2024 - "Beyond Our Human Imagination"
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“This week we look forward to welcoming long time DPC friend Ruth Faith Santana-Grace as our guest preacher. Ruth hardly needs an introduction, and her list of accomplishments is as long and diverse as a menu at an NJ or PA diner. She has traveled across America and around the globe as the past moderator of the 225th PC(USA) General Assembly. Her j…
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DPC Sermon from September 29, 2024 - "Forgiveness. Can You Imagine It?"
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“Instead of my usual ‘sermon blurb’ this week, I am thrilled that we will welcome Rev. Dr. Eric Barreto, from Princeton Seminary, to DPC. Eric is an amazing preacher and teacher! His classes are the first to fill up each year. Eric will preach at both services and then, during the education hour, lead us in a discussion of life in the early church …
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DPC Sermon from September 22, 2024 - "When Aunt Agnes Plays the Organ"
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“I am not sure if the Apostle Paul had a voice like Luciano Pavarotti, or if he couldn’t carry a tune in a bucket. In either case, the Bible says when he sang, people listened. The same can be said of you and me. People are always listening to our song. I'll share more this week during worship.” -Rev. Dr. Tom Kort…
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DPC Sermon from September 15, 2024 - "Light For the Crossing"
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Rev. Dr. MacHenry "Mac" Schafer is intrigued by the mission of DPC: “Be a bridge for Christ and a beacon of His love.” Many texts in the Bible involve locations that are thresholds where a crossing is necessary. Christ’s light is a guide for these moments we step into unknown territory. Following the service, Mac was approved by members to become D…
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DPC Sermon from September 8, 2024 - "Life Is Not Fair"
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"Jesus had a gift for spinning a good story, many of which described what the Kingdom of God is like. This week we will linger with the story about the workers in the vineyard. I imagine, if the owner of the vineyard tried to pull a stunt like that today, we would sue for unfair labor practices. I mean fair is fair, but in the process, we might mis…
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DPC Sermon from September 1, 2024 - "Love's Labour's..."
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What does William Shakespeare’s comedy Love’s Labour’s Lost have to do with celebration of Labor Day and the work we are called to do as servants of Jesus Christ? Join Pastor Pauline Sexton as we consider Love’s labor this Sunday.על ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from August 25, 2024 - "You Are What You Eat"
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"How might an 18th century French lawyer, an organic carrot, and a free-range chicken all come together for this Sunday’s Communion mediation? There’s only one way to find out. I’ll let you know when you join me in the sanctuary or online for worship." -Rev. Dr. Tom Kortעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from August 18, 2024 - "Are You Half Baked?"
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"I don’t think IHOP ever had a franchise in Ephraim, but the prophet Hosea knew something about the spiritual importance of pancakes. I’ll share his insights this week in worship. See you in church." -Rev. Dr. Tom Kortעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from August 11, 2024 - "Do You Remember Massanetta?"
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"Who is one person that made a lasting impression on you? Listen in on Sunday as some youth mission trip participants and I reflect on how certain people can have a great impact on our lives even after just a brief encounter." -Rev. Becca Batemanעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from August 4, 2024 - "The Day the Cathedral Crumbled"
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"Is it possible for a crumbling cathedral, bussing tables, and the Great Commandment to provide fodder for a sermon? Let's find out together this Sunday in worship." -Rev. Dr. Tom Kortעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from July 28, 2024 - "Whatever Became of You?"
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"Have you ever attended a high school reunion? If so, was it because you were curious about what became of certain classmates? What would they think about what became of you? Or more importantly - what would God think of what became of you? Let's explore this together on Sunday as we hear about a kid from Tarsus." -Rev. Dr. Tom Kort…
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DPC Sermon from July 21, 2024 - "Anyone Remember Dave Wottle?"
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"Some of us remember the famous line, 'the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat,' which describes not only sports but life and faith. More than 10,000 world class athletes are descending on Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics. I am not sure if all the authors of the Bible were good athletes, or watched Wide World of Sports, or ESPN, but they of…
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DPC Sermon from July 7, 2024 - "Why Are You Afraid?"
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"Join as we think about why a certain verse may once again (for the fourth consecutive year) be the most online searched for Bible verse." -Rev. Becca Batemanעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from June 30, 2024 - "We Walk By Faith—A Sermon in Three Parts"
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Worship on Sunday, June 30, was DPC's first Laity Sunday - with the service led entirely by our members! In this podcast, hear Scripture read by Brian Rawlings and then a sermon in three parts from Marty Starner, Jim Blore, and Tanner Benson.על ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from June 23, 2024 - "Life Is Like a Popsicle"
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"Most of us remember that line by Forrest Gump, 'life is like a box of chocolates...' Well, this week’s sermon is titled “Life is Like a Popsicle.” Do you know why? I fill you in this week in worship." -Rev. Dr. Tom Kortעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from June 16, 2024 - "Whatever Happened to the Golden Rule?"
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“I heard someone quip, that the world operates on the Golden Rule. He or she who has the most gold, makes all the rules. Interestingly, Jesus never owned a piece of gold. Yet, he taught us the gold standard for how to treat others. I wonder though, is the Golden Rule still in fashion?” -Rev. Dr. Tom Kort…
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DPC Sermon from June 9, 2024 - "Mind the Gap"
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“Where is God?” many ask when hard and unexpected challenges invade their lives. This week Pastor Pauline invites us to “Mind the Gap” and consider where God might be.על ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from June 2, 2024 - "The Bishop and the Milkman"
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“What do a bishop, a milkman, and a pair of sparkly slippers have to do with your faith? Martin Luther knew the answer... do you? I'll fill you in..." - Rev. Dr. Tom Kortעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from May 26, 2024 - "Holy Whisper"
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"You take a lot of tests in school. All kinds of tests. There was once a little girl who took a test and it forever changed her life. I took that same test and I bet you did, too. Any idea what test it was? I'll let you know this week in worship." -Rev. Dr. Tom Kortעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from May 19, 2024 - "Give Me That Old Time Religion"
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"What do Barnabas, an old Phillies player, and a banjo have to do with Pentecost and Doylestown Presbyterian Church? More importantly, what do they have to do with you and me? More than you might imagine. I fill you in this week in worship. See you then." -Rev. Dr. Tom Kortעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from May 12, 2024 - "Try Spelling ‘Community’ Without ‘Unity’"
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Join in this week as we hear about one of the most ancient metaphors of Christian living, to be the "light of the world" and hear how Pastor Becca Bateman applied this timeless wisdom from the Scriptures and wisdom from her mom to dissolve a conflict.על ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Youth Reflections - April 28, 2024
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Three of our DPC Youth reflect on their time with the church during Youth Sunday.על ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from April 21, 2024 - "Two Pockets"
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On the eve of Earth Day we will explore the tension between “the Earth is the Lord’s” and our responsibility to care for the beloved creation. - Rev. Pauline Sextonעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from April 14, 2024 - "Whatever Happened to Easter?"
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"Some of you know that my wife just can’t get enough of those little Easter marshmallow yellow chicks. The good news is that they are now discounted 70% off the original price. I guess that’s because Easter is over, or is it? See you in worship!" - Rev. Dr. Tom Kortעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from April 7, 2024 - "The Last Time I Saw Jesus"
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"Join in this Sunday as we gather as a community for communion and share stories of where we recognize Jesus." - Rev. Becca Batemanעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from March 31, 2024, Easter Sunday - "My Lord, What a Morning!"
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"The entire Christian faith exists because of four little words. Doylestown Presbyterian would not be here if it were not for these four little words. Do you know what they are? I treat you to the answer this week.” - Rev. Dr. Tom Kortעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from March 24, 2024 - "Anyone Remember Holy Week?"
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"What do palm branches, a rooster, and a mother hen have to do with Holy Week? More importantly, what do they have to do with you and me? I let you know this week in worship.” - Rev. Dr. Tom Kortעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from March 17, 2024 - "Anyone Remember Demas?"
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"What do Demas, Billy Graham’s sister, and all of us have in common? Well, more than you might imagine. I’ll connect the dots for you this week.” - Rev. Dr. Tom Kortעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from March 10, 2024 - "Anyone Remember Rhoda?"
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"Some of us are old enough to remember the Mary Tyler Moore Show with such characters as Ted, Mr. Grant, Murray, and her dear friend, Rhoda. You don’t hear the name Rhoda as much these days, though it was a very popular in the 18th and 19th centuries. Rhoda appears only once in the Bible where she interrupts a prayer meeting with a big surprise." -…
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DPC Sermon from March 3, 2024 - "Anyone Remember Seth?"
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“Most crossword puzzlers will have an edge up on this week’s sermon titled 'Anyone Remember Seth?' Do you remember Seth? Funny thing is that God sees a lot of Seth in you and me. Do you know what it is that God sees in us? I let you know on Sunday. See you then.” - Rev. Dr. Tom Kortעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from February 25, 2024 - "Anyone Remember Onesiphorus?"
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"If it weren’t for Bill Beeners, I would have given up all hope of ever stepping into a pulpit. The apostle Paul needed Onesiphorus and I needed Beeners. We all need an Onesiphorus and Beeners in our lives. I tell you the whole story this Sunday in worship." - Rev. Dr. Tom Kortעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from February 18, 2024 - "Anyone Remember to Wash?"
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"Many Presbyterians I have met along the way, greet Lent with an uninterested yawn. They feel it’s sort of a liturgical speed bump that we go over to get to Easter. The genius of Lent, however, is that it is a holy reminder to slow down, to reflect, to deepen our spiritual self-awareness, and to draw closer to our Lord. This week is the first Sunda…
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DPC Sermon from February 11, 2024 - "You're Making a Spectacle of Yourself"
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"This Sunday, step into the scene where Jesus, the embodiment of divine love, humbly washes the feet of his disciples. With this act, he teaches us an invaluable lesson on the power of love through serving. Can we allow ourselves to be in the posture of being loved - by our neighbor and by God? And furthermore, in turbulent events will we remember …
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DPC Sermon from February 4, 2024 - "Halleluia Anyway!"
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On our journey of faith and life we encounter the “slings and arrows of outrageous fortune,” as Shakespeare has said. Often the first question asked is “Why?” If God is loving and merciful, why is there suffering? If God is in control, why is there injustice and oppression? This Sunday, we look at the Prophet Isaiah’s words to Israel in captivity, …
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DPC Sermon from January 21, 2024 - "Life's Toughest Job"
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"What do you think is the toughest job in America, or even in the world? Lots of possibilities to consider, but one sticks out more than any of the others. Do you know what it is? If not, I fill you in this week." -- Dr. Tom Kortעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from January 7, 2024 - "Finding the Way"
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We celebrate Epiphany to close out the Christmas Season where we hear the story of The Wise Men from the East seeking out the King of the Jews. This is a story of mystery and intrigue. Pastor Pauline Sexton reflects on what we can learn from these Wise Men as we seek to discover who Jesus is.על ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Meditation from December 31, 2023 - "Christmas is All Year!"
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Pastor Becca Bateman offers a message about how the true meaning of Christmas is a theme for all year round!על ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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Sermon and Anthem and Meditation from December 24, 2023
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We hope you enjoy this special DPC podcast which includes Pastor Tom Kort's sermon from the Fourth Sunday of Advent titled “Is This the Road to Bethlehem?” followed by a wonderful Christmas Eve rendition of "Away in a Manger" by the Chancel Choir and Tom's Christmas Eve meditation titled "Christmas Grits and Grace"…
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DPC Sermon from December 17, 2023 - "Gifts You Can't Buy Online"
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"There seem to more and more Amazon, UPS, and Fed-Ex trucks on the road this Advent season than ever before. Online retail sales are expected to reach $254 billion this year. There are some gifts, however, that are not available online but are the perfect gifts for everyone on your list. I'll let you know what they are this week." -- Pastor Tom Kor…
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DPC Sermon from December 10, 2023 - "Angels on East Court Street"
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"'Tis the season for angels, from the Angel Gabriel to Second Class Clarence in It’s A Wonderful Life. Do you believe in angels? Have you ever seen an angel on East Court Street? I've seen quite a few. I will tell you how to spot an angel this week.” -- Pastor Tom Kortעל ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from December 3, 2023 - "A Griswold Family Christmas"
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"Everyone has a favorite Christmas movie. Some like the old classics like It’s A Wonderful Life or Meet Me In St. Louis. Others prefer Elf or Home Alone. The list is endless and impossible to pick just one. Even though the language gets a little salty at points, I am always drawn to Clark Griswold in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. So, what …
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DPC Sermon from November 26, 2023 - "Jesus in a Soup Kitchen"
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Join Pastor Becca Bateman this ‘Reign of Christ Sunday’ which calls us to remember that God is present throughout the universe - even at our own family gatherings, sometimes fraught with social and emotional landmines.על ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from November 19, 2023 - "The Best Soul Food in Town"
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Have you ever tried the Soul Food at Café With Soul, or The Big Easy, or Taste of Soul? Where’s the best Soul Food in town? You might be surprised. Join Tom Kort this week for some Soul in the sermon.על ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from November 12, 2023 - "A Bucket of Shrimp"
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What does an old man in a tattered hat with a bucket of shrimp have to do with you, me, and Doylestown Presbyterian Church's Beyond Initiative? You’ll find the answer this week as Tom Kort offers the sermon. Lay Leader Meghan Burkins offers our Old Testament Lesson from Psalm 103.על ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from November 5, 2023 - "Day by Day"
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Sharing a meal, stopping for a minute of prayer, touching base with a friend - all these ordinary experiences of the day-to-day can seem inconsequential. However, as Pastor Becca Bateman explores in this Sunday's sermon, these small moments become essential acts of Christian life.על ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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DPC Sermon from October 29, 2023 - "So, What's the Plan?"
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Have you ever tried to put a team, staff, or organization together? It’s not easy. You always want to find the right people at the right time for the right job. What criteria did Jesus use for calling disciples? Did he have a plan for spreading the love of God once he ascended to heaven? If so, what was his plan? Tune in as Pastor Tom Kort explores…
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DPC Sermon from October 22, 2023 - "A Little Girl's Pennies"
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How much is a penny worth today? Most people, when they drop one, don’t bother to pick it up. So what do pennies have to do with DPC? Dr. Tom Kort invites you to tune in as he shares the miracle of the little girl’s pennies.על ידי Doylestown Presbyterian Church
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