Announcements
30 November 2025
Sanctuary Art Exhibit: For the next three months, the sanctuary features Homage to the Masters of Chiaroscuro: Yin Xinâs Sacred Art of China, uniting Eastern and Western sacred traditions through light and shadow.
If you would like to pray with someone today, please see a pastor or a member of the ACP prayer team at the front of the sanctuary near the chapel after worship.
Building the Beloved Community (2026 Generosity Campaign). As we continue our âJourney of Faith,â we want to encourage everyone to use our Generosity Campaign as an opportunity to do your part to help build up ACP as Christâs Beloved Community. Please make your 2026 financial commitment to ACP at acparis.org/generosity2026.
Beyond worship, there are all sorts of things going on at ACP that you might be interested in. Check out acparis.org or this QR code for all the information.
Today!
- Confirmation Interest Meeting: 12h30 in room G2. Adults and their youth are invited! Confirmation is an opportunity for youth (ages 12-18) who wish to publicly proclaim their faith in Jesus Christ. A light lunch is provided.
- Make the Season Bright: Charity Crafting Event for Kids and Families: 12h15 in classroom G7. Children and parents are invited to make festive crafts for women supported by our prison ministry, and assembling Love in the Box care packages for children in need. Please bring: a toy, a book or magazine, and sweets (all new, appropriate for children, and able to fit into a shoe box).
- Youth Group, for collÚge or lycée (middle and high school) students: 12h30 in the ACP Catacombs, level -1 (September-June).
- Sunday Adult Bible Study: 15h30-17h in the 2nd Floor Library or on Zoom. All are welcome, wherever you are on your faith journey. This Sunday, we'll discuss the Book of Acts, Chapter 21. Drop by or sign up at acparis.org/groups.
- Love in a Box: Today through 7 December. This non-profit association provides holiday presents to children in local homeless shelters, childrenâs homes, and community centers. Get instructions at acparis.org/liab or the Welcome Table.
Get Involved, Save these Dates!
- Young Adult Ministry: Tuesdays, 19h30-21h30 in the ACP Catacombs (-1 level). Light food is provided. Contact: youthpastor@acparis.org for more information. Follow our YA Group on Instagram: @acp_ya.
- 7 minutes with God: Advent prayer with pastor Rebecca: 7h-7h07 Wednesdays December 3, 10, 17, and 24 December via Zoom. To lead us through Advent, Pastor Rebecca will guide us with a short reflection and prayer to go deeper into God's peace and transformative presence. Sign up at acparis.org/7minutes.
- Christian Education Conversation featuring the ACP Mission 100 Now: 4 December 19h-20h45. As we continue our theme of being Woven Together through Inclusion, join us as the ACP Mission Engagement Committee presents Missiology: the study and practice of mission. Why should God's people be engaged in missions? What does it look like for the Church to meet the needs of the community? What is our responsibility? Where might the Church do harm? What is your personal experience of mission work? Sign up at acparis.org/ce-conversations.
- Auction of MLK Live Art entitled, âBeloved Communityâ: 7 December at 12h30 in the Theater, following the morning worship service: Inspired by the vibrant jazz music, warm fellowship and the sharing of delicious dishes from different cultures during the MLK Jazz Brunch, Antonio Penido, a member of Artist Collective created a contemporary acrylic on canvas painting Proceeds will go to the ACP Mission of â100 Nowâ. Bids will start at 100âŹ. Cash or card payment accepted.
- TownHall Gathering, hosted by ACP Council: 7 Dec. 16h30-17h30 on Zoom. ACP Members will receive a link by email. To prepare, we would love to know what youâre excited about, what questions you have or if youâd like more clarity about life and ministries at ACP. Send your note to: councilexec@acparis.org.
- Christmas Candlelight Concert: Sat., 13 Dec. 17h30 in the Sanctuary. The Beauty of Christmas shines in the ACP Candlelight Concert with choirs, guest artists, and carols for all to sing! Limited Tickets online only at acparis.org/christmasconcert.
- Longest Night Service: 21 December, 17h30 in the Sanctuary. A service for loneliness, grief, and loss. All are welcome.
- Christmas Eve Poinsettias: Participate tangibly in our Christmas Eve worship services by providing a poinsettia for the ACP sanctuary and making a dedication in honor or memory of a loved one in our worship bulletins. The suggested donation is 25⏠per plant. Order today at acparis.org/poinsettias. Last day to order: 21 Dec.
- Christmas Eve and Christmastide services:
- Christmas Eve Family Service: 24 December at 16h
- Candlelight Services (identical): 24 December at 18h30 & 20h30 - musical prelude 30 minutes before service start times
- Christmastide Service: 28 December at 11h only (no 14h service that day)
Your ACP Council is here for you! For any questions or concerns about ACP, please feel free to reach out to councilmoderators@acparis.org.
ACP is hiring a permanent Director of Music Ministries! The search task force, led by Council members, hopes to make a hire by year end.
ACP This Week e-blast newsletter: If you do not receive this weekly email newsletter, and would like to, you can subscribe at: acparis.org/eblast. The current version is also always available online at: acparis.org/whatsnew
Opportunities to Serve
Sandwich Ministry: Thursdays promptly at 17h. Our ACP sandwich ministry meets weekly to make sandwiches to help feed over 100 unhoused persons a week. All materials are provided. Join our listserv at acparis.org/sandwich.
Food Box: To serve our neighbors who seek help from our church, you are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items for the box (located in reception). The food box is open to anyone in need of food and additional supplies go to Serve the City-Paris.
Christian Education volunteers: Do you enjoy coming to the various learning opportunities such as Bible studies and Thurber Conversations? Interested in helping with set-up, attendance, technical assistance, etc.? Please contact christianeducation @acparis.org.
Nursery volunteers: We need many new volunteers to welcome children (ages 0-2) in our nursery at both the 11h and 14h services! Without volunteers, we donât have a nursery. If you would like to serve, contact Grace Archer at nursery@acparis.org.
Ushers and Greeters needed: It takes a team of volunteers to welcome our Sunday attendees with love, and help them feel connected and ready to worship together. Contact: welcoming@acparis.org.
Docent Team volunteers: Would you like to learn about the rich heritage of ACP and share it with our members, neighbors, and the wider Paris community? Docents give tours after the 11h service on the second Sunday of every month and make open-door visits of the sanctuary possible on most Thursday mornings. If you are interested, please contact docents@acparis.org.
Audio Visual Ministry volunteers: If youâd like to be a part of our worship tech and A/V team for both Sunday services, we welcome your help. Contact: avm@acparis.org.
Children's Ministries
Childrenâs Worship: Children's Worship is held during the 11h and 14h servicesPlease sign up your child's attendance in advance for each Sunday at acparis.org/cw-signup or by using the QR code.
Children and Youth Choirs: Rehearsals are on Sundays in the Thurber room, except during school holidays. Childrenâs choir (ages 3 -12) 9h45-10h45; Youth ensemble (teens) 11h30-12h30. We also have a youth instrumental and chimes ensemble (sightreading skills are necessary): 10h45-11h30. The choirs sing in church once a month. All children and youth are welcome! Contact Youth Music Director Sara Barton at ymusic@acparis.org.
Nursery and Toddler Room: Please register your child's attendance in advance for each Sunday at acparis.org/signups.
Youth Ministry
Youth Ministry (collÚge, lycée, 11-18): Sundays 12h30-13h45 in the ACP Catacombs (-1 level) during the school year. Light lunch is provided each week. Youth Group is for collÚge or lycée or middle and high school students. If you have a child in collÚge or lycée and you do not receive regular email contact or you are new to the community, please email Elizabeth at youthpastor@acparis.org to get on the weekly email list.
Adult Ministries
African Fellowship: African Fellowship: Meets the first Sunday of the month 13h-15h in the Thurber Room. On other Sundays, the Fellowship will meet in the Library, as well as on Zoom, 12h30-13h30. Sign up at acparis.org/groups.
Filipino Fellowship: The Filipino Fellowship invites all to join them at their gatherings during the school year. Sundays at 12h15 on the 3rd and 4th Sunday of each month.â With a light meal, conversation, signing, and Bible study, we provide a place of welcome and nurture for Filipinos in Paris. Contact rebeccaburrow@acparis.org for more information. Register at acparis.org/groups.
Sunday Adult Bible Study: Join us Sunday afternoons from 15h30-17h in the 2nd Floor Library or on Zoom, following the 14h worship service. All are welcome, wherever you are on your faith journey. This Sunday, we'll discuss the Book of Acts, Chapter 15. Drop by or sign up at acparis.org/groups.
Young Adult Ministry: Tuesdays, 19h30-21h30 in the ACP Catacombs (-1 level). Light food is provided. We are a diverse community of young adults ages 18-30ish from many nationalities, countries, cultures, and religious traditions, united in our common faith in Jesus Christ and desire to live out the fullness of God's Kingdom together. Email Elizabeth at youthpastor@acparis.org for more information. Follow our YA Group on Instagram for the latest updates: @acp_ya.
Men's Fellowship: Men's Fellowship: Weekly Bible Study: Thursday mornings 7h30-8h30 on Zoom. Special Activities: Men's Empowerment Breakfast, Monthly Fellowship Lunch, a Pint with the Pastor, and our Annual Retreat. All men are warmly invited to participate in these enriching gatherings. Sign up at acparis.org/groups.
Silent Prayer Thursdays: Join us for prayer in silence every Thursday evening. We will practice 25 minutes of praying together in stillness according to the method of Centering Prayer. This period is followed by the reading of a short sacred text according to the method of Lectio Divina. Afterwards, there will be an opportunity for sharing. The prayer will be led by ACP staff member, Jörg Kaldewey. Sign up at acparis.org/groups.
Womenâs Fellowship: Meets the second Sunday of each month during the school year, 12h15-14h in the Thurber Room. All women are invited to join us for our participative discussions on a monthly-changing theme relating to everyday life and spirituality. Intended to foster new and deeper connections, these sessions explore what it means to be a woman today. It's a chance for women to be seen and heard, to get to know one another and to feel connected. Please bring snacks to share. For information and to sign up for the fall meetings, visit acparis.org/groups.
Au Pair Bible Study: Gathering every third Thursday, 12h30-14h at ACP. Lunch is provided. Bible study and warm space for young women (and guys!) to share, grow in faith, and create a faith-based community. Email Elizabeth at youthpastor@acparis.org to get connected to our Whatsapp group!*Please note that this is for those working as a un(e) jeune au pair in Paris and Ile-de-France.
Young Professionals: YoPros is a warm and welcoming fellowship for young professionals centered on the warm welcome we find in Jesus. Together, we navigate the intersection of faith, career, and life. Open to all regardless of marital or job status. We meet two Thursdays/month, 19h30-21h, 2nd floor ACP Library. One Thursday/month we will discuss âInspiredâ by Rachel Held Evans; one Thursday/month, we will host a social gathering. Sign up at acparis.org/groups.
Eternal Youth Group: For those desiring meaningful conversation and community at the crossroads of life. Whether your crossroads is moving into retirement, a career or relationship transition, or simply a desire to be in deeper community, you are welcome. We meet every other Tuesday at 11h-12h30 in the Associate Pastorâs office on level -1. The first gathering is Tuesday, 4 November. Sign up at acparis.org/groups.
For more information on all the offerings for children, youth, adults, and mission and service opportunities, see acparis.org.
Contact us:
Senior Pastor
The Rev. Dr. Paul Rock paulrock@acparis.org
The Rev. Dr. Paul Rock paulrock@acparis.org
Associate Pastor for Congregational Ministries
The Rev. Rebecca Burrow rebeccaburrow@acparis.org
The Rev. Rebecca Burrow rebeccaburrow@acparis.org
Associate Pastor of Youth, Young Adults, and Missions
The Rev. Elizabeth Murray youthpastor@acparis.org
The Rev. Elizabeth Murray youthpastor@acparis.org
Childrenâs Ministry Director
The Rev. Allison Wheeler childrensworship@acparis.org
Organist & Youth/Children Music Director
Sara Barton ymusic@acparis.org
The Rev. Allison Wheeler childrensworship@acparis.org
Organist & Youth/Children Music Director
Sara Barton ymusic@acparis.org
Organist
Samuel Gaskin
Music Scholar in Residence
Dr. Stan Engebretson interim-music@acparis.org
Executive Administrator
Heather Walter secretary@acparis.org
Samuel Gaskin
Music Scholar in Residence
Dr. Stan Engebretson interim-music@acparis.org
Executive Administrator
Heather Walter secretary@acparis.org
Director of Operations
Jörg Kaldewey admin@acparis.org
Jörg Kaldewey admin@acparis.org
The Ministry of the American Church depends on you
The American Church in Paris depends on the generosity of members and alumni in Paris and worldwide who continue to be touched by its ministries. Please give at acparis.org/donate, email acctg@acparis.org, or visit acparis.org/support-us for more information on being a part of ACPâs ministry through regular stewardship or planned giving. Gifts by those subject to French income tax receive a 66% reduction in their tax due (up to 20% of taxable income). The after-tax cost of your support is therefore only âŹ34 for a âŹ100 gift. This applies to gifts made online, by check or by bank transfer in EUR to The American Church in Paris. For those who may prefer the charitable deduction from taxable income in the US, checks in US dollars should be made out to The American and Foreign Christian Union (AFCU) and marked âACP Stewardshipâ.
American Church in Paris www.acparis.org tel: 01 40 62 05 00
