John Knox Presbyterian Church Dublin, CA
Our mission statement:
"We are followers of Christ, and honor Him by loving and serving others"
Check out our Photo Gallery to "See" us in Action.
Sunday School ~ Sunday School is offered year-round for kids preschool - 5th Grade, with Nursery Care for little ones. Children discover God's Word every Sunday through lessons, crafts and music!
ROCK ~ This Sunday afternoon program runs September - May and is a fun time with friends! It's offered to kids in Kindergarten - 5th Grade, 3:30-5 Preschoolers welcome, along with a parent
Adult Education Classes ~ Throughout the Year look for studies and series at 11 a.m. after church
Weekly and BiWeekly Bible Studies on and off Campus including:
Co-Ed Bible Study- Mondays at 7 p.m.
Women's Study at members' homes alternating Tuesdays at 10 a.m.
Lift Bible Study at JKPC, alternating Friday mornings
Men's Friday morning at Waffle House
Monthly Events:
SWELL Ladies (Social Women Enjoying Living Life) - lunches, outings and good fellowship
LitWits Book Discussion & Potluck at different homes.
(NitWits Men even go out to dinner some months during LitWits)
Fellowship & Service Events throughout the year: Men's Poker, Ukuelele sing alongs, Women's Community Life Paint 'n' Sips, Bunco, Puzzlemania, Deacons Coffees, Bake Sales, Talent Shows, Dublin Clean-up day, Crab Feeds, Children Emergency Food Bank drives, monthly Restaurant Fundraisers and more!
Pre-Pandemic we held Womens & Mens Retreats, and every other year hosted a Christmas Tea Fundraiser for Children's Emergency Food Bank.
Special Services throughout the year may include Laity Sunday (where congregation members share the messages), Pentecost Sunday with balloons and People's Choice Music Sundays (where the congregation gets to help choose the music).
Special Services & Events happening each year at JKPC
Scout Sunday ~ On Sunday February 8, JKPC will honor our Boy & Girl Scouts, during the Kids Message. Highlighting Eagle Projects, Gold & Silver Awards, and distributing a special thank you.
One Great Hour of Sharing ~ Children (and BIG Kids, too) learn that even a little "change" can change the lives of those in need. Banks are returned Palm Sunday, March 29.
Deacons Senior Valentine's Luncheon ~ In February, Seniors 65+ are invited to enjoy a lunch, entertainment and fellowship, hosted by our JKPC Deacons.
Ash Wednesday Evening Service - February 18
City of Dublin St. Patrick's Day Parade & Festival - Parade is March 14 and Festival is March 14 & 15. We'll march in the Parade, as well as host a festival booth on the weekend with our famous Pig Jig game! A great time to connect with the community.
Palm Sunday ~ The kids open the Worship Service with a special Palm Parade - March 29
Maunday Thursday Evening Service ~ Thursday, April 2 (sometimes we have held a Seder or meal)
Good Friday Evening Service ~ Friday, April 3
Easter Celebration ~ He Has Risen!! Join us for a festive Worship Service. Kids will enjoy Sunday School with special lessons and crafts, and even an Easter Egg Hunt. Join us April 5
National Day of Prayer ~ Thursday, May 7. We'll celebrate with a special prayer time that we are indeed One Nation Under God!
Mother's Day ~ Special Mom's Day Children's Message and we hand out Fresh Flowers to the JKPC Ladies!
Graduation Sunday ~ We'll say a BIG congratulations to all of our kids at the end of the school year and a BIG thank you to the Christian Education Team!
Father's Day ~ Special Father's Day Children's Message and we hand out a Thank You to our JKPC Men!
Vacation Bible School ~ Save the Date!! "Deep Sea Discovery" VBS is heading our way July 20-24. With a VBS Kick-off 7/19 and a Musical Sunday & BBQ 7/26. Registration begins May 1.
Back To School Sunday ~ Special Kids Message, a Blessing, and Key Chain is handed out to kids of all ages!
Fall Kick-Off ~ Sunday after Labor Day, September 13. Welcome back - we usually have a potluck or special refreshments to celebrate! Last year the scouts helped with a pancake breakfast!
3rd Grade Bible Presentation ~ NIV Adventure Bibles are presented during the Worship Service in September to 3rd Graders! JKPC kids get into God's Word!
World Communion Sunday ~ the first Sunday in October: October 4. We usually celebrate with a potluck after the service.
Trunk or Treat ~ Sunday, October 25 - FUN!! Decorated Trunks, Costume Parade, Snacks & more!
Operation Christmas Child ~ We'll hand out shoeboxes to all in October to be filled with toys, necessities and love! Filled Boxes due by November 16. We will hold a Packing Party again!
Heifer International Living Gift Market ~ November 22 - A fun and special opportunity to help those around the world! Our JKPC Kids will help create awareness on how "purchasing" a Heifer animal (or seeds, water pump) will help a family and community thrive. You can "shop Heifer" until the December 13.
Honoring our Veterans ~ Sunday, November 8 we will show a video honoring our JKPC Veterans, and Veterans will be able to greet all.
Christmas Missions: Local Toy Drive (with Blue Oaks Church) and Warm Clothing Drive (with Monthly Miracles).
The congregation can order Poinsettias in honor/celebration of loved ones.
Advent Celebration ~ All are welcome to join us the November 30, the first Sunday in Advent from 4-5:30 p.m. We will welcome Christmas by making homemade crafts and ornaments, singing carols, and decorating/lighting the church tree! By the first Sunday in Advent we will also have the church decorated and the wooden nativity set placed in front of the church.
McIntyre Wine & Wassail Caroling Party ~ All invited. Usually first Sunday in December in evening.
Christmas Food Drive & Giveaway ~ Food Collection for Children's Emergency Food Bank.
Christmas Pageant ~ During the 9:30 a.m. Worship Service on December 6, the JKPC kids will share the story of the very first Christmas in story and song.
Music Sunday ~ During the 9:30 a.m. Worship Service on December 13, a festive service filled with music by the Praise Team and Choir
Christmas Eve Service - Two Services: Family Friendly Service and Communion & Candle Light Service
We are blessed by our JKPC Elders, Deacons and Volunteers who share their love and time to help support of the events and programs at JKPC! YOU are the Church = chURch
