Join us in the Sanctuary or by live stream to “engage” with the music of the great Billy Joel while considering the promise of God’s peaceable Kingdom and the power of community to help bring it to life. We’ll hear Grant Wareham bring Billy Joel to Hershey through piano renditions of favorites, we’ll have soloists...

Join Derry Church pastors, musicians and friends for worship with communion in the Chapel.

RAIN DATE: AUG 24 We don’t have all the details, but we can tell you this year’s church picnic will have lots of fresh corn roasted over hot coals, plus hot dogs and ice cream novelties. Cost is $2.50/person, but you’ll want to bring extra cash so you can order something from Mr. Sorrento’s food...

The service of dedication in the Sanctuary for the new-to-Derry Aeolian-Skinner organ will feature hymns, anthems, and a litany of dedication. The Sanctuary Choir will sing Martin Shaw’s “With a Voice of Singing,” and the upper voices of the choir will sing “There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy” to a beautiful tune written by the...

After more than a year of restoration, the 1950 Aeolian-Skinner Op. 1132 built for the Redeemer Church in New Haven, Connecticut has found new life in the Sanctuary. You're invited to attend the inaugural organ recital presented by Grant Wareham, Director of Music Ministry and Organist. DOWNLOAD THE PROGRAM The program will highlight all the...

The 2021 Hershey/Hummelstown CROP Hunger Walk will be virtual this year. Here are the steps to prepare for this year’s walk: Step 1: Decide if you will walk alone, or with a group. Step 2: REGISTER ONLINE with TEAM Derry Church. Encourage friends and family to support you. Donations can be made online by credit card. Checks can be...

Bill Carter and his quartet last played at Derry Church in 2013, which means our newest Derry Church members and friends haven't yet had the opportunity to hear the ensemble's jazz music that glorifies God, renews the Christian church, and models the integration of faith and the arts. Click to sample their music, then save...

Facing the holiday season after a death of a loved one can be more difficult than friends and even family members may realize, and this two-hour workshop offers a video, discussion, and devotional material that can provide strength, healing, and tools to move forward through the deep pain of grief. There is no charge to...

Families, you're invited to enjoy a safe space to "Trunk or Treat" with your little ones. There is no cost to participate, simply come in costume and enjoy saying hello and trick-or-treating with your church friends. Click here to RSVP Individuals, couples and families can join the fun by decorating their vehicles and providing candy...

Now in its 45th season, the Keystone Brass Quintet returns to the Derry Church sanctuary with a concert themed "Something for Everyone." The concert is part of the church’s 2021-22 Arts Alive cultural series. The program will include selections from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Big Band eras, as well as marches and 1960s pop...

Start looking for that special cookie recipe! Each family is asked to donate one batch of homemade cookies (2-4 dozen or more). Drop off on Friday, Dec 3 or by 9 am on Saturday. Include a label with name of the cookie. If cookies contain nuts, peanut butter or almond extract and the name does...

You’re invited to participate in the second annual Derry Christmas drive thru! There are two ways to participate: bring items with you when you come to worship in the morning (tables will be set up in Fellowship Hall) or drive through the parking lot from 1 to 2 pm and stop at the stations where...

The Christian Education and Mission & Peace committees invite you to join them for an hour to make warm fleece blankets for people in need. No sewing skills required: if you can tie a knot, you can make a blanket! Donations of fleece fabric are welcome: to make one blanket, you need two pieces of...

The next series of New Member Discovery Classes will be held Jan 30 – Feb 20. Sunday classes meet 9-10 am in the John Elder Classroom, and Tuesday classes meet 7-8 pm on Zoom and repeat material presented on Sundays. Child care is provided on Sunday mornings. Those who choose to join Derry Church will be...

Engage the '80s worship experience -- in the Sanctuary and live streaming -- features music of the 1980s as we consider the challenges of being faithful followers of Jesus in the midst of the tensions and pressures put on our lives by our various identities and responsibilities. Led by Pastor Stephen and a group of...

The Central Pennsylvania Blood Bank will be on site at Derry Church on Youth Sunday, Feb 20. Appointments are strongly suggested: click here to schedule online or call 1-800-771-0059. Face masks and a form of ID are required to donate, and you’ll receive a $5 Rutter’s gift card and a blood donor T-Shirt. Walk-ins are welcome but keep...

This contemplative hour-long service led by Pastor Marie will include a sermon and celebration of the Lord’s supper along with imposition of ashes made from last year’s palm branches. Join in person in the Sanctuary or by live streaming. Because this Ash Wednesday service occurs on the first Wednesday of the month — our traditional...

This year's theme is "Family Heritage" and our Presbyterian Women invite females of all ages to attend. What do you know of your family heritage or genealogy? Do you have an heirloom or something symbolic of your heritage? Even if you know next to nothing of your heritage, come and join the fellowship in the...

Organist Scott Montgomery is associate director of music at Central United Methodist Church in Fayetteville, Arkansas, and teaches private piano and organ lessons. He is widely known as a concert organist throughout the country and abroad. His 4 pm recital in the Sanctuary will feature the works of Bach, Franck, Miller, and Price. Notable performance...

The Hershey Ministerium offers a mid-day Lenten service led by Rev. Cindy Brommer of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church and Rev. Marie Buffaloe, with music presented by soloist Greg Harris and organist Grant Wareham. Join in person in the Sanctuary (face masks optional) or live stream on derrypres.org, YouTube and Facebook      

We’re planning a celebration on Rev. Marie Buffaloe’s last Sunday at Derry Church before she retires. The program will be held in the Sanctuary, with a reception following in Fellowship Hall. For those unable to attend in person, the program will be live streamed on derrypres.org, YouTube, and Facebook. Face masks are optional. The west...

The Mennonite Children’s Choir of Lancaster is a community program serving approximately 160 children and youth in kindergarten through grade 12. Representing nearly 65 congregations, 45 schools, and 15 denominations, singers develop a rich musical repertoire from around the world and across time while being equipped for a lifetime of service to the church and community. The mission...

TUESDAYS BEGINNING APR 12 AT ROYAL OAKS GOLF COURSE, LEBANON Play begins at 10 am through the month of April. From May to September, we will begin play at 8:30 am All skill levels welcome. To sign up, please contact Ken Pearl or Jim Warnock.

On Good Friday, join organist Grant Wareham in the Sanctuary for a 30-minute organ meditation.

Renowned pianist Eun Ae Baik-Kim and violinist Ye-jin Han will take the stage to play selections including César Franck’s “Sonata in A Major for Violin and Piano” and Johannes Brahms’ “Sonata for Violin and Piano No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 108.” Korean born pianist Eun Ae Baik-Kim has performed extensively as a soloist and...

Ladies and girls, enjoy a dinner made just for you: vegetable and cheese tray (appetizer), chicken breast au jus, baked ziti with red or alfredo sauce, mixed vegetables, roll and butter, light dessert, coffee/tea and cold beverage. If you prefer a gluten-free or vegetarian option, notify the person when you purchase your ticket. Following the...

Tim Zimmerman and The King’s Brass present hymn classics with a contemporary flair. The King’s Brass features three trumpets, three trombones, a tuba, percussion and keyboards. These instruments blend together to create an innovative worship experience enjoyed by all ages. Secular and sacred music critics alike applaud their concerts as “superb in every way” and...

GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who walk alongside people through one of life’s most difficult experiences, offering support to those who are dealing with the loss of a loved ones from death. Each GriefShare session is organized in two parts. During the first 30-40 minutes of the meeting, the group views a video...

Children age 4 through entering 5th grade are invited to join us for “Wonderfully Made,” an exciting week of camp here at Derry Church. The children will explore the book of Psalms, learn that we are co-creators in God’s world and hear words that help us better understand that we are each “Wonderfully Made” in God’s...

Outdoor worship services under the oaks at Derry Church return once a month throughout the summer. Bring your own lawn chair and dress comfortably. On July 26, Pastor Stephen leads worship with communion. Music presented by the Derry Brass. On Aug 23, we’ll celebrate our covenant with animals with a service that includes a hands-on...

The summer series of New Member Discovery Classes will be held 9-10 am Sundays, Aug 7-28 in the John Elder Classroom. Child care is available. You'll learn about the mission and ministry of Derry Church and how you can be involved. Those who choose to join Derry Church will be received on Sunday, Aug 28...

CALL THE CHURCH OFFICE FOR DIRECTIONS: 717-533-9667 • RAIN DATE: THURSDAY, AUG 18 This year’s corn roast features delicious corn on the cob roasted over hot coals, plus hot dogs and soft drinks. Bring a side dish or dessert to share. There’s a pond for fishing (bring your own gear) and plenty of activities and games...

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, SEPT 9-11 AT KRISLUND CAMP, MADISONBURG Get away from it all with your church family! Arrive on Friday evening or Saturday morning. We’ll begin with a service project for the camp, and the afternoon is free time where many opt to go to Penn’s Cave (15 minutes away) which has an excellent gift shop and...

We love stories, and everybody has a story: ordinary stories, extraordinary stories, stories that delight, entertain, educate, stories that make you laugh, think, hope and cry. Stories are the raw material from which we live our lives. Engage Stories is a storytelling event where five people have up to ten minutes each to tell a...

Derry Church is delighted to present “Stories and Sounds” in the Sanctuary for families and friends of all ages to enjoy. The program features three beloved fairy tales: Three Little Pigs, Brementown Musicians and Adventures at Grannie’s (Little Red Riding Hood) with music by contemporary American composers Daniel Dorff, Kile Smith and Gwyneth Walker. This...

MEET 11 AM FRIDAY, SEPT 23 AT THE HERSHEY THEATRE, 15 E CARACAS AVE • RSVP TO SUE WHITAKER BY MONDAY, SEPT 12 The Derry Day Trippers invite you to join them for a tour of the Hershey Theatre. Most of the tour is on the ground floor. There is no elevator so if you...

The toe-tapping sound of the Big Band era will fill the Sanctuary when the 16-member Lebanon Big Swing Band plays for Derry Church’s 2022 Arts Alive Cultural Series. The Lebanon Big Swing Band was organized in 1990 by Edgar Felty, Lee Moyer and Karl Wolf, Jr. — members of Local 401-750 of the American Federation of...

Simon Johnson is Master of Music at Westminster Cathedral, London, UK. Westminster Cathedral is the mother church of the Roman Catholic Church in England and Wales. The largest Catholic church in the UK, it is the seat of Vincent Cardinal Nicholas, the Archbishop of Westminster. The Cathedral Choir is acclaimed as one of the world’s...

For those grieving the loss of a loved one, this workshop in Room 7 helps with support, encouragement and advice for the upcoming holiday season. Free.RSVP to the church office.

Join Derry friends by raising money for local food banks and support Church World Service’s effort to end hunger across the globe! Here's the registration link: https://events.crophungerwalk.org/2022/team/derry-church  Derry Church is a strong supporter of alleviating hunger in our local communities. Not only is this a national problem but it affects many families locally as well....

Families, you’re invited to enjoy a safe space to “Trunk or Treat” with your little ones. There is no cost to participate, simply come in costume and enjoy saying hello and trick-or-treating with your church friends in Derry Church's parking lot. Individuals, couples and families can join the fun by decorating their vehicles and providing...

Come back to church on the evening of stewardship Sunday, when we’ll share a report of gifts and enjoy a program featuring the many talents of this congregation. “Basically Broadway” features members and friends of Derry singing new and classic Broadway favorites. It will be a fun night of laughter, music, and fellowship as we...

Here's what you need to know about Derry's annual bus trip to NYC: You can sign up in the Narthex on Sunday mornings beginning Sept 11: forms will be available at the insert rack outside the kitchen Bus departs Derry Church promptly at 7 am SAT NOV 19 and leaves NYC at 7 pm, returning at...

One night only! Volunteers are needed to deck the halls of Derry Church with garland, candles and decorations for Advent and Christmas. No need to RSVP: just join the fun on Nov 30!

Families of children in preschool through kindergarten (and siblings) are invited to a casual Saturday morning holiday drop-in. Participants will come dressed in festive PJs and enjoy pancakes and a hot cocoa bar, cookie decorating, games, crafts and making Christmas ornaments in Fellowship Hall. Please RSVP to Sarah Bartz by Thursday, Dec 1. If older children or...

The Central Pennsylvania Blood Bank will be in Derry Church's Fellowship Hall on Sunday, Dec 11. Appointments are strongly suggested: click here to schedule online or call 1-800-771-0059. A form of ID is required to donate. Walk-ins are welcome but keep in mind that donors with appointments will be taken first. Everyone will receive: • 2...

Three distinctive Christmas Eve candlelight worship services will be held on Saturday, December 24 in the Sanctuary. Handicapped parking and an elevator are available. 2:30 pm: Worship includes Lessons and Carols and communion, with holiday music presented by the Derry Brass. 5:00 pm:  A candlelight service of Lessons and Carols featuring participation by children and...

On Sunday, December 25 — Christmas Day — worship will be held at 10:30 am in the Sanctuary and  streamed on derrypres.org, YouTube.com/derrypres and Facebook.com/derrypres. Enjoy breakfast cooked by Charlie Koch and friends from 9-10:30 am in Fellowship Hall: your donation benefits mission trips in 2023.

Derry’s monthly men’s breakfast is back! Charlie Koch and friends look forward to bringing back this long-standing tradition of a delicious hot cooked breakfast in Fellowship Hall served with great conversation and a brief devotion. It would be very helpful to know how many men are planning to attend: please RSVP to Charlie Koch

Our “Story of Faith” series continues by exploring the story of love through the music of Elton John.  In worship held in the Sanctuary, we’ll sing, pray, and discuss the love of God, love of neighbor, and love of self. We’ll have some really familiar songs like Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me,...

The annual meeting of the congregation will be held following 10:30 am worship on Sunday, Feb 12. The meeting will be live streamed. Anyone who has questions or comments is encouraged to attend in person. The annual report will be sent by email as a PDF attachment in early February, with paper copies available for...

Warm up a winter’s evening at Derry’s 22nd annual Chili Cook-Off & Square Dance! We begin with a chili supper in Fellowship Hall. Those attending should bring a dish to pass: salad, dessert, or a favorite chili recipe. Informal judging will determine cook-off winners in the chili and dessert categories, and best-dressed adult, boy and...

All Derry members who have ever been ordained as an Elder or Deacon are invited to the 2023 “College of Elders and Deacons.” This is an opportunity to share your thoughts, experiences, concerns, and joys as Derry has transitioned out of COVID. Together we will build on what is going well and identify where gaps...

IN-PERSON-ONLY EVENT You’re invited to join us in Room 7 for Engage Stories, where we gather to listen to diverse stories told by our Derry friends, and engage with them through curious questions. It’s an opportunity to learn from the lived experiences of others. The theme for this event is “I was wrong.” Each storyteller will...

Felix Mendelssohn described "the essence of the beautiful is unity in a variety." Inspired by this idea, Mendelssohn Piano Trio explores richness of the genre in three stylistically different compositions with their March 26 program. From Tyzen Hsiao’s “Formosa” Trio, a poetic tribute to natural beauty of Taiwan, and Beethoven’s uplifting Piano Trio Op. 70, No....

On this holy night, we gather in the Sanctuary for a solemn evening service with communion. Children participating in this year's Children & Sacraments program will take part in the service. Music will be presented by the Sanctuary Choir, organist Dan Dorty, and soloists Christyan Seay and Linda Trescher. Pastor Stephen will offer a meditation....

Worship in the Chapel led by Pastor Stephen, featuring "At the Foot of the Cross" liturgy and readings from Iona, Scotland.

The internationally acclaimed African Children’s Choir returns to Derry Church to present their “Just As I Am” hymn tour that combines traditional hymns with African cultural sounds and a stunning visual story of God’s faithfulness. The African Children’s Choir last performed here in 2009. A free will offering will be received. No tickets needed: first come,...

Get on board for a tropical three-course lunch served in Fellowship Hall by our kid’s fellowship! It’s for anyone who considers themselves a senior. You’ll enjoy fresh greens and fruit, chicken kebabs over rice, and assorted pastries for dessert — plus the chance to fellowship around the table with Derry Church friends. Purchase tickets ($10...

The menu includes appetizers, roast beef, ham, mashed potatoes, green beans, corn, gravy and cake. Gluten-free and vegetarian options available on request. This years’ program is Bridal Show with members of both churches modeling dresses worn in their own or a family member’s wedding. $15/person over age 12, $7 for ages 4-12. Purchase tickets on Sunday...

Now in their 45th concert season, Voices of the Valley will share their joy of singing by presenting works by Aaron Copland, Moses Hogan, Ysaye Barnwell, Cyndi Lauper, Andre J. Thomas, Eric Whitacre and more. Voices of the Valley had its inception as the Alumni Chorale of Lebanon Valley College. Since 2014, Gregg Mauroni has served as the...

The church picnic is coming up! Get ready for food, fun and fellowship for all ages to enjoy. On the menu: pulled pork, pulled chicken, hot dogs, baked beans, cookies, cole slaw, veggie tray, watermelon, chips, and beverages. Cost is $8 per person, free for ages six & under. RSVP and pay online or on Sunday...

GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who walk alongside people through one of life’s most difficult experiences, offering support to those who are dealing with the loss of a loved ones from death. Each GriefShare session is organized in two parts. During the first 30-40 minutes of the meeting, the group views a video...

This year’s corn roast at the Leader farm features delicious corn on the cob roasted over hot coals, plus hot dogs and soft drinks. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. There’s a pond for fishing (bring your own gear) and plenty of activities and games for all ages to enjoy. The corn...

In celebration of all of God’s creatures and their presence in our lives, Derry Church offers its 16th annual worship service that includes a hands-on blessing of animals and the people with whom they live. Animals on leash, in a kennel, or otherwise controlled are invited to attend along with their owners. Praise songs and...

Two renowned Central Pennsylvania musicians will perform organ and piano duets on Derry Church’s Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ and Steinway & Sons concert grand piano Tyler Canonico, nationally acclaimed organist and Minister of Music and Organist at Market Square Presbyterian Church, Harrisburg, and Derry's own Director of Music and organist Dan Dorty will present the works...

  The 38th Annual Hershey/Hummelstown CROP Hunger Walk is right around the corner! On Sunday, Oct 22 churches from the Hershey/Hummelstown area join together with Church World Service to raise funds to end hunger around the world and here at home. 25% of the funds raised stay here to support local food banks and feeding...

Families, you’re invited to enjoy a safe space to “Trunk or Treat” with your little ones in the back church parking lot. There is no cost to participate, simply come in costume and enjoy saying hello and trick-or-treating with your church friends. Individuals, couples and families can join the fun by decorating their vehicles and...

4 PM SUNDAY, NOV 5 IN THE SANCTUARY • FREE WILL OFFERING • AN ARTS ALIVE EVENT Rizzetta's Tones is a Celtic Americana band comprised of 'fraternal twin' hammer dulcimers, silver flute, high and low whistles, guitar, bass guitar, plus alto and bass melodions. Their sound is often spiced up with button accordion, Greek bouzouki,...

The Presbyterian Women of Derry Presbyterian Church will hold its popular cookie walk in Fellowship Hall, offering a wide variety of home-baked cookies (including gluten-free) for sale by the pound. Customers can mix and match to create an assortment of their favorites. Some cookies and baked goods will be individually priced. Proceeds will support mission...

12 PM SATURDAY, DEC 2 IN ROOM 7B Derry friends, you're invited to a "Zoom Party" to celebrate 25 years since the denationalization of Presbyterian Education Board (PEB) schools in Pakistan. We'll connect online with PEB's Executive Director Veda Gill and other staff members as they share stories and pictures of the past and dreams...

Give the gift of life this Christmas season! Click here to sign up for your time slot or call 1-800-771-0059. The blood drive takes place in Fellowship Hall. Everyone who comes in to donate will receive a $5 Funcks’ gift card and two admission vouchers to the Pennsylvania Auto Show. Walk-ins also welcome.