Sunday Schedule
- 9am: Coffee Fellowship
- 9:15am: Children's Choir / All Sunday School
- 10:30am: Worship, including Children’s Church
- 5 - 7pm: Youth Group
The Presbyterian Church of Bowling Green joyfully welcomes Rev. Patrick Lane as our next pastor.
Rev. Lane is a graduate of the University of Mississippi and has a Master of Divinity from Columbia Theological Seminary. For the past five years, Rev. Lane has faithfully served Mitchells Presbyterian Church in Virginia. He is known for his thoughtful leadership, deep faith, pastoral compassion, and strong commitment to worship, teaching, mission, and community engagement.
Patrick and his wife, Rev. Brittney Lane, are looking forward to becoming part of the Bowling Green community, and we eagerly anticipate welcoming them in the weeks ahead. We are filled with hope and excitement for this new chapter in the life of our church and for all that God has in store for our congregation.
Worship With Us
Sunday Schedule
- 9am: Coffee Fellowship
- 9:15am: Children's Choir / All Sunday School
- 10:30am: Worship, including Children’s Church
- 5 - 7pm: Youth Group
Livestream
In addition to in-person worship, we livestream the worship service beginning at l0:30am each Sunday: Click Here
Calendar of Events
Announcements
2026 REVISED COMMON LECTIONARY FOR SUNDAY These Scripture readings are from the three-year Revised Common Lectionary as provided in the Presbyterian Book of Common Worship (Westminster John Knox Press, 2018). Please be advised that Rev. Patrick Lane's sermons does not always follow each Sunday's Lectionary. Please click on the below link to access the 2026 Common Lectionary. https://bgpres.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Revised-Common-Lectionary-Full-Year_2026.pdf
PIG PICKIN' is this Sunday, August 16, and we couldn’t be more excited. Our church family will gather this Sunday at the Beard Farm for one of our most joyful traditions. We’ll begin with a 10:00 a.m. worship service and the picnic lunch immediately afterward... and yes, it’s going to be delicious…Yummm! We ask that all teachers and students bring their backpacks (or school bags) for the Blessing of the Backpacks.
PAINTING OF THE CHURCH The painting of the sanctuary is progressing right on schedule. If everything continues as planned, we anticipate moving worship back into the sanctuary the Sunday following Pig Pickin’.
DEACON OF THE WEEK will be Kim Ferguson starting Sunday, August 16. Deacons assist the Pastor in caring for our congregation. You may contact them through the church office: 270-843-4707.
BUCK IN A BASKET for Sunday will go to support the DRITI. Buck in a Basket Offering is a weekly opportunity to consider contributing during the offering for a particular mission not included in our regular budget.
THE BIBLE STUDY CLASS is studying The Book of Psalms. Come join us in the Conference Room this Sunday morning. All are welcome.
COFFEE & CONVERSATION CLASS The class is reading Interrupting Silence: God’s Command to Speak Out by Walter Brueggemann. Join us in the 10th Street Parlor—there are several copies of the book available to use there.
MAHJONG SMALL GROUP Summer of Mahjong! Want to play? Want to learn? Bring your lunch and invite your friends! The group will gather after worship service on Sundays. Contact Margaret Stein at 270-779-2579 with any questions.
THE AFTER CHURCH EATING OUT GROUP will pause gatherings until after Pig Pickin’ (August 16). They will resume their usual scheduled gathering once the event is over.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY is seeking 5 volunteers for August 19 to assist with completing the final deep clean of a Habitat Home located at 131 W. 11th Ave. This important step helps prepare the home for the next Habitat partner family. If you would like to participate, please use the link below to register. Should the system indicate that the volunteer slots are full, simply contact Robin in the church office at 270‑843‑4707, and she will gladly add your name to the volunteer list (Although, Habitat is only requesting five volunteers, they are happy to welcome additional helpers.)
https://events.civicchamps.com/organizations/2673/event_
WEDNESDAY EVENING BIBLE STUDY will begin on August 26th at 6pm. We will be studying: N.T. Wright and Michael Bird's book "The New Testament You Never Knew: Exploring the Context, Purpose, and Meaning of the Story of God", which is both a personal study alongside a group study. This study is designed to enrich both your personal walk with Christ and your growth within the community, offering insight that deepens understanding and strengthens faith. It will be 8 weeks long, and YOU DO NOT HAVE TO ATTEND EVERY CLASS TO JOIN! If you'd like to receive a study guide book, please sign up via the link below so that the church knows how many to order for the class. I truly hope you’ll gather with me as we dive deeper into Scripture and discover more of God’s story—and our place within it. There is something powerful that happens when God’s people open His Word together, and I believe these weeks will be both meaningful and transformative. -Pastor Patrick
https://www.signupgenius.com/
PRESCHOOL LEARNING CENTER (PLC) has an amazon wish list. “Teachers shape little minds but we can’t do it without your help” Each item helps support our teachers and students by providing classroom materials, learning tools, and supplies that make a big difference in our daily activities. To view the list and choose an item, visit the PLC Wish List today by clicking on the link below—every contribution, no matter the size, helps our little learners thrive!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3SQSVIMEVDIPW/ref=cm_go_nav_hz
CECELIA MEMORIAL – The date has been set for the fall giveaway!!The 7th Annual Fall Giveaway will be held on September 19, 2026, and we are now gratefully accepting donations. Many individuals and families in our community have reached out with specific needs. Small furniture, household items, small appliances, and clothing are especially requested, but truly, anything you believe someone could put to good use is welcome. Your generosity makes a real difference. Thank you for helping us care for our neighbors in such a meaningful way. You can contact me at lovelynab@yahoo.com; ceceliamemorial1234@outlook.com, text or call 619-368-2103. Thank you so much for whatever help you can give. Lovelyn
CHURCH DIRECTORY—You can now access our church directory through an app on your cell phone or tablet. Just click on the link below to go directly to the app to download it on your phone or tablet. Once you download the app, you will be directed to search for the directory of The Presbyterian Church of Bowling Green. Just use your email address to gain entry to our directory (you must have your email address that is in the directory to gain access).
Link to app for Android device: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.instantchurchdirectory.members&pli=1
Link to app for Apple device: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/instant-church-directory/id589542221
LITURGIST NEEDED FOR SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER A signup page is online for lay readers in the coming weeks. If you are willing to serve one Sunday, please click on the link and sign up for a date: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E49ACAC23A7FF2-layreader
Thank you!
Leading Pig Pickin' Sunday: Rev. Patrick Lane
CALENDAR
Sunday, August 16
10:00 a.m. Pig Pickin' Sunday
Monday, August 17
9:00 a.m. GOD/DOG is Love
5:30 p.m. Christian Ed. Ministry Meeting
Tuesday, August 18
11:00 a.m. Special Care
12:00 p.m. Inspirational Meditation
6:00 p.m. Session
Wednesday, August 19
7:00 a.m. Breakfast Group
9:00 a.m. Habitat Volunteers-Home Clean Up
5:00 p.m. Chancel Choir
Friday, August 14
7:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast Group
Community Events
Art Exhibits in our Fellowship Hall
Current Exhibit: The Sunny 16 Photography Exhibit, now featured in the fellowship hall, will remain on display until July 31.
Preschool Learning Center
Preschool Learning Center (PLC) registration for next year’s classes is now open! Consider mentioning our PLC to any folks you know with children ages 2-4 for next season! Contact Kimberly Watkins at plcdirector@bgpres.org or visit our website to enroll a child for classes next year. Thank you!
Directions on Sunday Parking
The Presbyterian Church is located in downtown Bowling Green, one block from the Square, next to the historic Courthouse on the corner of 10th Avenue and State Street, six blocks from Western Kentucky University. On Sunday parking is available across from the church on 10th Avenue, on the street. and at nearby parking lots. During the week, visitors may park in designated slots in the lot across from the 10th Avenue lobby entrance.
Downtown Bowling Green is popular for its arts, its restaurants and proximity the WKU. The church serves a diverse community of all ages and demographics.