I am excited that you have come searching. Located in the city of Beacon, considered an artist hub, artists are plentiful in our congregation. We have a great arts community, and many who work in NYC have chosen to live here.
I have been here serving as pastor for about a year and a half and have been impressed by the people and leadership.
As the Body of Christ, we are Easter People, living into the Life-giving Spirit of Jesus Christ, bringing hope and new life to all people. We are a community where honest questions are valued, and faith is considered a process, not an arrival.
We affirm that every person has worth as a unique creation and a child of God. In the name of Jesus Christ, we welcome into full participation persons of every age, sex, race, color, ethnicity, culture, immigration status, political affiliation, economic condition, physical and mental ability, marital status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. We hope that whoever you are, wherever you come from, whatever your background, whomever you love, that you will find just what you need here.
Come see for yourself!
Our worship is inclusive, all can participate. It is a combination of traditional and contemporary, and there is always a place for children.
- If you are looking for a place to belong, Beacon First Pres. is a loving and caring congregation.
- If you are looking for a place to learn more about the God who created us all, whose name is Love, then venture to check us out.
- If you have questions, so do we. If you have doubts, share them. These are honest aspects of journeying in faith. No question is invalid. We don’t have all the answers, I certainly don’t, but I would love to explore together. That is what I try to do on Sundays as well. God’s Spirit is all compassion and comfort and will guide us. if we ask.
- If you want a place to contribute to making this community, this world, a better place, to be part of something bigger, Beacon First Presbyterian Church is at work striving to do just that.
We open our doors for the Welcome Table, which serves free meals every Friday and Saturday mornings. We also have a Tiny Food Pantry on our property, filled daily. It is there inviting people to take what they need, leave what they can. And members from the community do both. Some take what they need, others share with us by bringing food to contribute to the food.
Contact us if you want to talk or connect. I would love to talk together, share thoughts and ideas. We can do this via text, or email, or in person! Call and leave a message and I will get back to you. I would love to meet together and just chat.
It is because Christ loves us that we love each other. We choose welcome, compassion, and grace.
May the Lord bless you and keep you and give you peace.
In Christ’s love and shalom,
Rev. Dr. Eileen. Borduin Vanderzwan
Beacon First Presbyterian Church
50 Liberty Street
Beacon, New York, 12508
Church Phone: 845 831 5322
Email: office@beaconpresbychurch.org