News and Featured Events
Updated November 14, 2025
Congregational Meeting
The Session of First Presbyterian Church Pittsford has called a Congregational Meeting for Sunday, November 16, following the 10 am worship service to be held in-person. The purpose of this meeting is to receive the report of the Nominating Committee and to elect church officers for 2026.
Grief Support Gathering, Saturday, November 15, at 11 am
The next Faith & Grief Support Gathering is on Saturday, November 15, at 11 am. Join us to find comfort and peace in your grief; a complimentary brunch is provided, and everyone is welcome. The topic this month is “Thanksgiving” - we hope you will join us. Register at https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/zm6atvj or contact Debbie M.
Fellowship: Cooking Club
Cooking Club on Sunday, November 16, at 5 pm in Fellowship Hall.
Join us in preparing a fall-harvest-themed meal, including squash soup, loaded potatoes, a smothered pork roast, and apple tart. Cost is $8. Contact Dan T.
NEW! Ministry Fair on November 23
On Thursday, Pastor Erin sent invitations to be part of the ministry fair to committee / task force / group chairpersons. If you have a group in need of volunteers or participants, and did not receive an email from Pastor Erin, PLEASE let her know via email at erin.jacobson@pittsfordpres.org
NEW! Naomi Circle
Naomi Circle’s November gathering will be on Monday, November 17, at 12:30 pm. As usual dessert and coffee/tea will be served. . . but a reminder to bring your lunch and mug.
After lunch, devotions, and short meeting, Rev. Jacobson, our “expert-in-residence” on the topic of Mr. Rogers, will present a program on his life and how he continues to impact our lives today. (2 pm)
Please RSVP to Beverly R. Non-members are always welcome.
NEW! Presbyterian Women Meeting
PW will be meeting on Wednesday, November 19, at 10 am in room 204. All women are invited to join us. We will celebrate our successful Penny Pincher Sale, discuss updates to our charitable giving, and begin planning for PW Sunday in January 2026. Your participation and input are always valued as we continue our mission of faith, fellowship, and service.
NEW! Advent Decorating
Please join us to decorate our church for the Advent season on Monday, December 1, from 11 am – 1:30 pm. There are many jobs to be done inside and outside prior to our special events at First Presbyterian and Pittsford’s Candlelight Night! We would love to have you join us! Refreshments will be provided too.
NEW! Enrollment in the Pittsford Nursery School
We are pleased to announce that open enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year at Pittsford Nursery School will officially open on Tuesday, December 2. As members of the First Presbyterian Church community, you and your families receive priority registration status through Wednesday, December 10.
Applications can be completed online through the school's website (pittsfordnurseryschool.com) or in person at the school. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like to schedule a tour.
Kathy Woodruff, Director, Pittsford Nursery School
NEW! Flower City Brass – Candlelight Night Concert
Join us on Tuesday, December 2, at 6:30 pm as we welcome the debut performance of Flower City Brass, a new professional brass ensemble founded by our Director of Music, Jared Chase. This festive one-hour holiday program will take place in the sanctuary during Pittsford Candlelight Night.
The church will also host a free soup supper and provide a complimentary shuttle service for all attendees. We hope you’ll invite friends and neighbors to enjoy this joyful evening of music and community!
NEW! Giving Tree for Residents of Kirkhaven
Kirkhaven Transitional and Long-Term Care is collecting gifts for its residents who might not have family in the area or otherwise receive presents this Christmas season. Please make sure all items are new and unused. Please drop off your donations to Pastor Erin's office between now and December 2.
Gift Ideas for Kirkhaven Residents
- Buffalo Bills merchandise (hats, shirts, blankets)
- CD players with radios
- Art supplies (coloring books for adults, markers, paints, art kits)
- Toiletries (hand/body lotions, perfume/aftershave, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, chapstick, nail polish)
- Socks and slippers for both men and women
- Scarves
- Handkerchiefs
- Large Print Books
- Large Print Crossword Puzzles / Word Searches
- Gift cards to Amazon, Walmart, Target, Wegmans
- Flowers or plants
- Hats, gloves, and mittens
- Small stuffed animals
- Quilts, throws, blankets
- 2026 Wall Calendars - LARGE
- T-shirts, sweatpants, sweatshirts
- Lounge wear or pajama sets
- Technology items: Echo Dots, Alexa, Kindles, iPads, Smart TVs
- Gift bags, tissue paper