Good News from Knox!: Recent Episodes
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It's been quite busy in the offices at Knox. Some have retired and others have gone on to greater things. In any case, we want you to know all of the important changes. Click here to find out who's who.In photo: Matthew McCoy, Margarita Keithley and Kimberly LaChance
Sunday, February 19, 4 pm-6:30pm at a Knox member's home in Hyde ParkLearn about Knox, membership, ways to serve and connect, and meet other members and staff. Those wishing to join will be received into membership. To RSVP, contact Rev. Jana Reister. For more information about the Pathway to Membership, visit HERE.
Congregational Survey Summary (PDF document) Knox Congregational Survey Update October 2022 (Powerpoint Presentation)
Our next Pathway to Membership class begins on October 16th. We would love to welcome you into membership of Knox Church. All who wish to take this deeper step on their journey of faith and discipleship of Jesus Christ are invited. Whoever you are, you have a place in the Knox Body of Christ. We have pathways to […]
The goal of the Friendship Ministry Mentoring Program, a mentoring program born of the partnership between Knox and Third Church, is to create new relationships between mentor and student. Both men and women are needed. Our focus for 2022 during our once-a-month gatherings has been learning, and cultural experiences. The picture is this year’s visit to the Cincinnati […]
Knox kids and their parents gathered recently to take part in The Lord’s Table retreat with Pastor Jana to explore the meaning of Holy Communion. They even got to help prepare the elements for Sunday and took part in the liturgy. This is a special milestone for our Knox kids on the journey of faith.
Join a Knox dinner group! We are pairing up individuals, couples, and/or families to get together once a month to share a meal, a casual connection, and get to know one another. 2 dinner groups are already in the works and more are on the way! Young Families Dinner Group meets on 1st Sundays 5-7pm […]
The Abide Prayer Ministry would like to offer to the congregation our “I Prayed for You Today” bookmarks, written and designed by Becky Bosarge and Christina Miller. There are six versions, with scripture and a brief prayer, available for you to help express your prayer for someone you care about. Find them on the table near […]
Sundays at 10:10AM – Room 302 A comprehensive study of the Bible for all. This class will meet every Sunday except 2nd Sundays (when Deacons host Sweet 2nd Sundays). We will use the Exploring the Bible materials for a comprehensive study of the Bible throughout the year that will take us from Genesis to Revelation in 24 […]
Take a look at these new opportunities to gather, learn, and pray coming up on Sunday mornings during the 10am hour. Exploring the Bible: Sundays, 10:10am in Room 302 A comprehensive study of the Bible for all. Begins September 18th. On Sunday mornings we will use the Exploring the Bible materials for a comprehensive study of the Bible throughout […]
We are very excited to announce that Third Presbyterian Church has hired Kyle Reiser as the first full-time Program Director of the East Westwood Hope Center! The Hope Center is the neighborhood outreach arm of Third Church, responsible for programs such as after school tutoring at the Rec Center and the monthly Men’s Breakfast. Kyle brings […]
Margarita has joined the Knox staff as the new Finance Manager. As you may have heard, our current Finance Manager, Renche LeRoux, will be retiring later this month. Margarita is a versatile accounting and finance professional with over twenty-five years of experience in public and non-profit sectors overseeing compliance, payroll, bookkeeping, forecasting, audits, and budgeting. […]
The Season of Creation is a liturgical season, that begins today on the World Day of Prayer for Creation on Sept. 1 and runs through Oct. 4, the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi. This is a season where we focus on God as Creator of all life, to celebrate our relationship with our […]
Found House Interfaith Housing Network (FH-IHN) has returned to the traditional model of housing families in host churches. Knox will be hosting families for two one-week rotations, October 16-23, and December 11-18. Knox will once again be providing shelter and hospitality to homeless families who are trying to become re-established. During these two weeks, we […]
Clark Montessori HS seniors do a year-long research project, and part of that project is writing a 16 (or more) page essay. They are looking for volunteer writing coaches for the senior students. The time commitment is a total of three hours, meeting once in September, once in November, and once in December. Meetings can be […]
The Sunday morning Audio/Video team is currently in need of a few people. We will provide training and volunteers can work as little as once a month. Audio/video knowledge is a bonus, but not necessary. Please contact Debi Haines to discuss or set up a time to shadow with us. Thank you for considering serving […]
The Knox Handbell Choir is excited to welcome new members this September. The ensemble rehearses on Thursdays from 6-6:50pm in the Handbell Choir Room. Handbells typically ring once a month during the 11am Traditional Worship Service from October through May, as an integrated part of the worship experience and often collaborating with other Knox musical ensembles. Basic musical knowledge is helpful, […]
On Sunday, September 11th Knox returns to our regular schedule of two services each Sunday. Join us at 9am for our Fresh Spirit service in the Knox Commons or at 11am for a Traditional service in the Sanctuary. See you then!
We are so excited to kick off another year of the Knox Youth Group this September! Please mark your calendars for the events below. Contact David Annett for more information or to learn about how you can be involved with our Youth Group. KYG is for all students in 8th-12th grades! KYG Fall 2022 Schedule (D) […]
Kids4Peace (an interfaith organization) brings together youth of different faiths to build friendships, learn, and grow together. Harmony Camp, a five-day K4P camp, moves around to different locations each day. On Thursday Knox hosted them for the day. A few of our Knox students are Kids4Peace leaders.
In the spring Knox held an Inquirers class and we were thrilled to welcome several new members to our congregation. Visit this link below to learn more about our new members and be sure to say hello if you see them. Learn More About Our New Members
Choose a book from the list below and start reading! All are invited to read any of the books below and then join in a discussion led by a Knox member and/or staff in August. RSVP to let us know what you’re reading so we can send you updates and reminders about the discussion. Scroll […]
A cruise down the Ohio River last week was a perfect setting to plan and to dream about the mission partnership between Knox Church and Third Presbyterian Church. A newly-formed Mission Task Force, comprised of Session members from Third Presbyterian Church and several members of Knox, spent an evening aboard Knox member Israel Bonnell’s boat […]
The 50-voice Knox Choir welcomes new members in September. Knox Choir rehearses on Thursday evenings and leads worship music at the Traditional Worship Services from September through May. Contact Earl Rivers, Director of Music, for more information.
On Saturday, July 16th, members of Knox joined our friends at Third Presbyterian, and several other Westwood congregations, for an outdoor worship service and prayer walk to stop gun violence. A youth marching band joined us as we walked the streets connecting with and praying with neighbors, and a worship service was held at the corner […]
Understanding the Bible: A Series of Seven Teaching Sermons June 26-September 4* Most of us would like to know more about the Bible. We share the experience of hearing scripture read or a sermon preached and wishing we knew more about the context. Perhaps we wonder: What difference does it make that a verse comes […]
On June 25th, Knox members participated in the Cincinnati Pride Parade downtown. This was the first Pride Parade for Knox, but not the last. Speical thanks to everyone who joined us, it was a beautiful day!
The prophet Elijah is known as one of the great prophets of the people of Israel, called by God to speak God’s words to the
The prophet Elijah is known as one of the great prophets of the people of Israel, called by God to speak God’s words to the
In the 8th century BCE, a young man named Isaiah was living in Jerusalem. He lived during the reign of four different kings: Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah. These
In the 8th century BCE, a young man named Isaiah was living in Jerusalem. He lived during the reign of four different kings: Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah. These
Today is Pentecost in the church; I just read you the story of Pentecost from the Book of Acts. This is one of a handful of
Today is Pentecost in the church; I just read you the story of Pentecost from the Book of Acts. This is one of a handful of
“During the year 1957, I experienced, by the grace of God, a spiritual awakening which was to lead me to a richer, fuller, more productive
“During the year 1957, I experienced, by the grace of God, a spiritual awakening which was to lead me to a richer, fuller, more productive
The Falling Spirit Our passage begins in the middle of a story. The apostle Peter is giving a sermon and he is suddenly interrupted by
The Falling Spirit Our passage begins in the middle of a story. The apostle Peter is giving a sermon and he is suddenly interrupted by
Before beginning the sermon this morning, I want to tell you about an important project underway at Knox, which actually goes along with the theme
Before beginning the sermon this morning, I want to tell you about an important project underway at Knox, which actually goes along with the theme
This is a transcription of the video message Adam Fronczek offered on Sunday, April 25, 2021. Today, as we continue the season of Easter
This is a transcription of the video message Adam Fronczek offered on Sunday, April 25, 2021. Today, as we continue the season of Easter
Our passage begins with “While they were talking about this…”, so let’s go back a few verses to see what they were talking about. On
Our passage begins with “While they were talking about this…”, so let’s go back a few verses to see what they were talking about. On
Sarah Aldrich’s relationship with Knox was beautiful. She loved this place. She played bells and sang in the choir and served as the music librarian.
Sarah Aldrich’s relationship with Knox was beautiful. She loved this place. She played bells and sang in the choir and served as the music librarian.
As we hear the Easter story today, I want to take a moment to think about some other stories you know. Think for a moment
As we hear the Easter story today, I want to take a moment to think about some other stories you know. Think for a moment
On this Palm Sunday, due to the pandemic we miss the palm procession by our young people that usually leads us into worship this day.
On this Palm Sunday, due to the pandemic we miss the palm procession by our young people that usually leads us into worship this day.
Scripture: John 4:1-41. The complete scripture may be found at the end of the sermon. This is a transcription of the video message Adam Fronczek
Scripture: John 4:1-41. The complete scripture may be found at the end of the sermon. This is a transcription of the video message Adam Fronczek
During today’s sermon, I am going to invite you once again into a story from the Gospel of John about someone who has an encounter
During today’s sermon, I am going to invite you once again into a story from the Gospel of John about someone who has an encounter
Meet Ted Lasso. Ted Lasso is the lead character in a new comedy on Apple TV that bears his name. It’s got a lot of
Meet Ted Lasso. Ted Lasso is the lead character in a new comedy on Apple TV that bears his name. It’s got a lot of
In the story we read today, we are confronted by not one, but two of the most recognizable sound bites in Christianity. One is John
In the story we read today, we are confronted by not one, but two of the most recognizable sound bites in Christianity. One is John
Sermon It may not be obvious at first, but the story about Elijah and Elisha—especially the ending where Elijah ascends in the chariot of fire
Sermon It may not be obvious at first, but the story about Elijah and Elisha—especially the ending where Elijah ascends in the chariot of fire
In the 12-Step Program of Recovery from the disease of addiction, a primary vehicle of the spiritual solution the program offers is meetings, when members
In the 12-Step Program of Recovery from the disease of addiction, a primary vehicle of the spiritual solution the program offers is meetings, when members
In our Gospel story today, Jesus performs his first act of his public ministry in the Galilean seaside town of Capernaum. It is the sabbath
In our Gospel story today, Jesus performs his first act of his public ministry in the Galilean seaside town of Capernaum. It is the sabbath
The calling of Jesus’ disciples is a story I remember clearly from childhood Sunday School. I remember coloring and pasting and moving around the felt
The calling of Jesus’ disciples is a story I remember clearly from childhood Sunday School. I remember coloring and pasting and moving around the felt
It’s tempting–especially when tensions are high in the culture around us and the news is all people seem to talk about–to expect sermons to be
It’s tempting–especially when tensions are high in the culture around us and the news is all people seem to talk about–to expect sermons to be
As I sometimes do, I wish to offer a word of caution before I begin today. The content of this sermon will be difficult. You
As I sometimes do, I wish to offer a word of caution before I begin today. The content of this sermon will be difficult. You
This week we celebrate Epiphany in the life of the church, the celebration of the revealing of Jesus’ birth to the nations beyond Judea, beyond
This week we celebrate Epiphany in the life of the church, the celebration of the revealing of Jesus’ birth to the nations beyond Judea, beyond
It was in the year 1223, almost 800 years ago, that the first nativity scene appeared at Christmastime. St. Bonaventure tells the story in his
It was in the year 1223, almost 800 years ago, that the first nativity scene appeared at Christmastime. St. Bonaventure tells the story in his
Introduction There is a passage from Paul’s Letter to the Philippians that is often read on this Fourth Sunday of Advent. Some have called it
Introduction There is a passage from Paul’s Letter to the Philippians that is often read on this Fourth Sunday of Advent. Some have called it
Well, here we are on the Third Sunday of Advent, a little less than two weeks before Christmas. It’s an unusual year to say the
Well, here we are on the Third Sunday of Advent, a little less than two weeks before Christmas. It’s an unusual year to say the
Six centuries before the birth of Jesus, God’s people dreamt of going home. In 598 BC, Jerusalem was sacked, and the Temple destroyed, and following
Six centuries before the birth of Jesus, God’s people dreamt of going home. In 598 BC, Jerusalem was sacked, and the Temple destroyed, and following
To offer some background of our passage today, the Israelites have lived in Egypt for 430 years. Over those centuries the population of Israel swelled
To offer some background of our passage today, the Israelites have lived in Egypt for 430 years. Over those centuries the population of Israel swelled
It seems to me like it’s been kind of a dizzying week. High hopes for a vaccine are updated daily, but for most of us,
It seems to me like it’s been kind of a dizzying week. High hopes for a vaccine are updated daily, but for most of us,
This great parable that Jesus tells in the 25th chapter of Matthew is better understood if we first say what it is not about. For
This great parable that Jesus tells in the 25th chapter of Matthew is better understood if we first say what it is not about. For
Once again this week, I had an experience that seems unique to this strange time of pandemic. I had planned to work on my sermon
Once again this week, I had an experience that seems unique to this strange time of pandemic. I had planned to work on my sermon
Scripture: Matthew 12:1-12. The scripture readings may be found at the end of the sermon. This is a written transcription of the video message Jana
Scripture: Matthew 12:1-12. The scripture readings may be found at the end of the sermon. This is a written transcription of the video message Jana
The Question of Paying Taxes By Adam Fronczek October 18, 2020 Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22. The scripture readings may be found at the end
The Question of Paying Taxes By Adam Fronczek October 18, 2020 Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22. The scripture readings may be found at the end
Click here to read the sermon from 6-7-2020. The list of resources Adam mentions for managing racial justice are at the end of the document.
Click here to read the sermon from 6-7-2020. The list of resources Adam mentions for managing racial justice are at the end of the document.