In 2003 the First Presbyterian Church of Verona, New York will be celebrating its bicentennial. The exact date of the bicentennial is 05-AUG-2003. However, we will be observing the bicentennial and celebrating with festivities throughout the year - including a number of ceremonies/social events/services the first week of August. Once a month, during regular service, a time period in Verona First's history will be featured. The theme of the bicentennial is Verona First: 200 Years…. And Beyond as we commemorate the first two hundred years of First Presbyterian Church and graciously, humbly, lovingly look to the future.
Join us for the Bicentennial celebration and events, throughout the year!
Browse our website to learn what is taking place (and when and where!)
Learn of Verona First Presbyterian’s past members and its history
Schedule Of Events:
2003 Date |
Time Period |
Hymn |
Social Event |
Sermon Giver, Speaker |
12-Jan-03 |
1803-1835 |
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Rich Will |
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09-Feb-03 |
1836-1859 |
Frank Poole |
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09-Mar-03 |
1860-1879 |
Battle Hymn Of The Republic |
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Rich Will |
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13-Apr-03 |
1880-1899 |
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Rich Will |
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18-May-03 |
1900-1919 |
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Rich Will |
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22-Jun-03 |
1920-1937 |
Verona Fireman Parade/Booth |
Bob Stover |
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13-Jul-03 |
1938-1945 |
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Ricki Evans - Germany Road/Erie Canal Higginsville Park 11:30 a.m. |
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03-Aug-03 |
1945-1959 |
How Great Thou Art |
10:00 Morning Server (with Vernon) |
Rich Will |
03-Aug-03 |
N/A |
N/A |
2:00 Commemorative Service |
Rich Will + Dignitaries |
03-Aug-03 |
N/A |
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3:00 Luncheon, Afghan Raffle |
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05-Aug-03 |
N/A |
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4:30 Brief Service |
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05-Aug-03 |
N/A |
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5:00 Ice Cream Social/Wagon Rides |
Maryann Anderson |
08-Aug-03 |
N/A |
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Schneibles Inn |
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14-Sep-03 |
1960-1969 |
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12-Oct-03 |
1970-1979 |
Now Praise The Hidden God Of Love |
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16-Nov-03 |
1980-1989 |
The World Abounds With God's Free Grace |
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Reenactment Of 3 Previous Sermons |
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14-Dec-03 |
1990-2002 |
Bethlehem's Gift |
Candle Lighting/20 Facts Concerning Verona First Presbyterian's History |
1990-2003 Church Events
Twenty Facts Concerning Verona First's History
Barb P. Reading One Of The 20 Verona First Presbyterian Facts
Mary P. Reading One Of The 20 Verona First Presbyterian Facts
Mary S. Reading One Of The 20 Verona First Presbyterian Facts
Last Sunday (Sign) For The Bicentennial Year
Photo Of The Time Capsule Ceremony
The Plaque Honoring The Time Capsule Dedication
Rev. Rich Will
Article On Breaking Ground For The Fellowship Hall
Dedication Service Bulletin For "Build On Faith"
Presbyterian Congratulation Letter For The 190th Celebration
Debbie Greene (And Church) Battle Illness
(One Of The) Harvest Ham Dinner Flyers
Image From 1990s Play "Family Recipe"
Rev. Rich Will Sermon Featured In The Oneida Daily Dispatch
Town Of Verona - Home Of The Turning Stone Casino
Share your recollection. Perhaps something about when you were baptised, or married, or your children, a parent, or sibling, who may no longer be part of our church community; other memorable events, newspaper articles. Where possible, please include a date (even approximate), the name of the pastor, and the name of those others involved. A guide to assist will be made available at the church, in the monthly newsletter, The Voices, and online on this website. Information can be mailed to: First Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 114, Verona, NY 13478. You can also email us at Verona First
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