Pebble Hill Interfaith Church

05/15/2026

Sunday May 17th Celebration Koinonia Farm through the Eyes of Pebble Folks: Then and Now

Led by Rev. Susan Manning

Barbara Atkinson with Gary and Jennifer Culp (on Zoom) present this Sunday’s program about Koinonia Farm in Georgia. The name Koinonia, a Greek word which means “community, fellowship” exemplifies the principle of its name. Founded in 1942 by white Baptist minister Clarence Jordan and his wife Florence, they envisioned white and black people working together in harmony and treated as equals. As the Civil Rights movement began to grow a few years later, Koinonia Farm became the target of racist fear among white folks in SW Georgia. They were targeted with dangerous violence, threats, investigations and raids by the K*K. Boycotts of their farm products and retribution for townspeople who supplied them and forced them to shift to mail-order goods, shipping to more supportive buyers and Pebble people have been recently ordering as well.

The Culps lived and volunteered at Koinonia Farm in 1981/2 for a year. Gary will tell the story of their sojourn. This included acquaintance with local residents Jimmy and Roslynn Carter, and an invitation that led to connection between Koinonia and the newly-founded Habitat for Humanity. They will join us on Zoom from Sayulita in Mexico and Vashon Island WA.

Barbara and her sister Sue Atkinson visited Koinonia Farm this past January (taking the Midnight Train to/from Georgia) and were warmly welcomed. She will speak about their visit and show photos. Her talk will also touch on connections with other communities such as Bryn Gweled Homesteads, where Barbara resides. BG was founded in 1940 with a similar vision of racial equity and living in harmony in Bucks County during that era of change and resistance in the Northeast. BGers have been purchasing Koinonia products for 8 decades.

For more information click here: https://koinoniafarm.org/

Photos:
Sue and Barbara Atkinson

Aaron and Jason Culp with President Jimmy Carter and First Lady Rosalynn Carter

Join us at 10:30 a.m. in the Red Barn or on Zoom!
Here is the Zoom link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85886792229?pwd=Z1ViQy9XUmo2dEljcWplZ1J4M2Y4dz09

05/03/2026

Sunday Celebration 5/3/26

MAY 3rd CELEBRATION — WE SAY FAREWELL TO ESTEEMED CELEBRATION MINISTER REV. ROSALIND CAUFFMAN
This Sunday, come celebrate nearly four years of selfless service and spiritual helmsmanship with Rev. Rosalind, who is retiring to spend more time with her family. Stay for peace soup and conversation!

Rev. Bill Mettler interviews Rosalind. Rev. Larry Hall leading.
Join us at 10:30 a.m. in the Red Barn or on Zoom! Here is the Zoom link:

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04/02/2026

APRIL 5th CELEBRATION – EASTER SUNDAY AT PEBBLE HILL

An Interfaith Community Church

BELOVED SPEAKER, TOM LEGERE, Ph.D SPEAKS ON “THE GREAT MANIFESTATION”
This Easter Sunday at Pebble, the community will be honored by a return visit from Tom Legere, one of our favorite speakers, a great friend to many, and a faculty member of the School of Sacred Ministries.
Tom’s talk is entitled “The Great Manifestation,” and here’s his summary:
Easter Sunday, celebrating the “resurrection” of Jesus, is the central feast of Christianity. It is held, officially, although not in importance given to it, as the most important feast in Christianity. But what does the “resurrection” really mean? Is it literal or is it a metaphor? What is its relevance for us today?
It is a story about hope, a story about our destiny as part of human evolution. It is about confidence that all of humanity is part of something truly cosmic in scale. It is a reason for us to joyfully rise each day as we say “Yes” to being a crucial part of evolution!
You are invited to “Take Hold” as God lifts us out of darkness and shows us the way!

Tom’s Bio: With a background that includes degrees in philosophy, theology and spirituality, in addition to a Ph.D. in psychology, Dr. Legere offers a background that is truly universal. Ordained a priest at the Vatican, Tom is an author of three books, a frequent speaker on television and lately appearing on podcasts, and with his own page on spiritual growth, Tom was a member of the faculty of the Pebble School of Sacred Ministries since its very beginning. He has lectured on three continents and taught graduate students over a 51 year career.He was awarded a lifetime achievement award in teaching from Fordham University.
Join us at 10:30am in the Red Barn or on Zoom.
Here is the zoom link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85886792229?pwd=Z1ViQy9XUmo2dEljcWplZ1J4M2Y4dz09

02/14/2026

Reverend Susan Manning will lead the Celebration on Sunday, February 15th bringing her creatiive energies!

Imagine Lent, Ramadan, Nirvana Day, Chinese New Year (Year of the Fire Horse), and Valentine's Day (oh, and did I mention an Annular Eclipse) all happening within a week. Talk about some crazy cool and sacred energies. Let's enjoy a less frigid, non-snowy Sunday late morning and discuss it all amongst ourselves, and we know that whoever shows up is supposed to be here (and on Zoom)! Be there or be Square!!"

Join us at 10:30am in the Red Barn or on Zoom.
Here is the zoom link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85886792229?pwd=Z1ViQy9XUmo2dEljcWplZ1J4M2Y4dz09
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12/23/2025

Christmas Eve service at Pebble Hill Church will be led by Rev. Nancy Hesch at 4 pm. A celebration of music - violin by Lutz Mueller and Raphael Soto on piano.

The Christmas tree decorated with Angel cards. Attendees may select an Angel card of their choice to take home!

Potluck food follows the service - a festive eve for all!!

10/30/2025

NOVEMBER 2nd, 2025 CELEBRATION – TRANSCENDING TUMULTUOUS TIMES

An Interfaith Community Church
Join us this Sunday at Pebble as we create a safe, sacred space to support each other as we navigate the uncertain waters we find ourselves in now.
This talk by Rev. Edie Weinstein will encourage us to explore the ‘window of tolerance’, which is staying in an emotional and mental state where we can handle world events without being so triggered that we lash out or shut down. We will celebrate ‘joy as an act of resistance’, finding pockets of joy in the midst of turmoil and come up with actionable steps to support Beloved Community.

Edie Weinstein, MSW, LSW is a licensed social worker, therapist, interfaith minister, journalist, author and speaker who most recently introduced us to the wonderful Dr. Yvonne Kaye, the recipient of the 2025 Peace Award.

Here is the link of the replay of the celebration:

https://pebblehillchurch.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=02c608e9a120d03874f46c886&id=3529f08337&e=815e823eac

09/24/2025

High Holy Days Interfaith Celebration - Sunday, Sept. 28th

Awaken • Release • Return • Renew

Led by Rev. Dev Troy & Gary Schoenberg

Join us at Pebble Hill Interfaith Church for a special High Holy Days Celebration during the Days of Awe — the sacred bridge between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Together we’ll awaken, release, return, and renew as we step into the Jewish New Year 5786.

This celebration weaves music, ritual, and reflection into a moving experience of community and spirit:

• Lighting of the Peace Candle and Yahrzeit memorial candles

• Shofar sounding to awaken the heart

• Meditation on the Days of Awe

• Circle chants (Return Again, From You I Receive, May Peace Prevail)

• Ritual of Release and opportunities for personal reflection

• Community sharing and blessing

• Apples & honey send-off for a sweet new year

All are welcome. Simply bring an open heart.

🍎 “Shanah Tovah — may this new year, 5786, be blessed for us all.”

Join us for our Sunday Celebration at 10:30 am in the Red Barn or on Zoom.

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A Community Embracing All Faiths We live a life ~ by love transformed ~ by spirit empowered ~ by inspiration guided ~ in peace with all ? ; SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 – REV. CINDY GREB ON HER RECENT PILGRIMAGE Cindy will share poignant and sacred experiences with a focus on the spirits of the souls .....

09/17/2025

Join us for "An Evening of Pranic Healing & Meditation", in person, at Pebble Hill Church in Doylestown, PA on Friday, September 19th from 7 PM - 9 PM.�Pranic Healing is a powerful way to feel better physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. We begin with 10 minutes of easy physical exercises to get the blood (and energy!) flowing.�We then join together in a relaxing, 20 minute guided meditation called Meditation on Twin Hearts. This relaxing experience opens the heart and crown chakras, promoting feelings of connection, compassion and peace.�Following the meditation, short individual healings are offered by Pranic Healers. Your healer can help you with pain, stress, anxiety or other conditions. Most people find a noticeable improvement after the healing.�RSVP Alison Sahoo at 267-300-4599 or [email protected] Registration is $25 (at the door) or $19 in advance. Make your donation via Venmo (to Pranic Healing Bucks County) or Zelle (to 267 300 4599)�Location: Pebble Hill Church, 320 Edison Furlong Rd., Doylestown, PA�If interested, RSVP Alison Sahoo at 267-300-4599 or [email protected]�For more details and to register:�https://www.joyoflearningpranichealing.com

09/09/2025

PEBBLE HILL INTERFAITH CHURCH
PRESENTS TOM LEGERE, PhD

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025
320 Edison-Furlong Rd, Doylestown

WRESTLING WITH GOD

Our guest speaker on Sunday, September 14, Dr. Tom Legere, is well known to many of us. Ordained a priest at the Vatican in 1969, Tom was an author, a television and radio presenter, a retreat leader on three continents and, upon leaving Church ministry in 1992, a professor at six different universities. In 2014, he was awarded a lifetime achievement award in teaching at Fordham University. However, his two favorite things that he has done is to be on the faculty of the School of Sacred Ministries at Pebble Hill Church for every class, and also... to have been a dancer on American Bandstand!

The theme of Tom’s talk comes from the Biblical episode of Jacob wrestling with God throughout an entire night and living to tell about it.

During our time together, our old friend Tom will share some of the details of his own personal "mano a mano" with "God", since several people have asked him to do so. He realizes that this was only his journey, and that some of the details will inevitably be different than your personal journey, but that the Hero’s journey seems to be quite similar across religions and across no religions.

If Moses, the Buddha, Jesus and Mohammed all had to duke it out with "God", why should we be any exception?

Ultimately that which is most personal is most universal.

Join us in the Red Barn at 10:30am or on Zoom.
Visitors are most welcome.
Join Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85886792229?pwd=Z1ViQy9XUmo2dEljcWplZ1J4M2Y4dz09

08/19/2025

Pebble Home Camp is happening this week! Contact Deb Vieytes. Information is below. Join us!

08/13/2025

Join us for "An Evening of Pranic Healing & Meditation", in person, at Pebble Hill Church in Doylestown, PA on Friday, August 15th from 7 PM - 9 PM.�Pranic Healing is a powerful way to feel better physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. We begin with 10 minutes of easy physical exercises to get the blood (and energy!) flowing.�We then join together in a relaxing, 20 minute guided meditation called Meditation on Twin Hearts. This relaxing experience opens the heart and crown chakras, promoting feelings of connection, compassion and peace.�Following the meditation, short individual healings are offered by Pranic Healers. Your healer can help you with pain, stress, anxiety or other conditions. Most people find a noticeable improvement after the healing.�RSVP Alison Sahoo at 267-300-4599 or [email protected] Registration is $25 (at the door) or $19 in advance. Make your donation via Venmo (to Pranic Healing Bucks County) or Zelle (to 267 300 4599)�Location: Pebble Hill Church, 320 Edison Furlong Rd., Doylestown, PA�If interested, RSVP Alison Sahoo at 267-300-4599 or [email protected]�For more details and to register:�https://www.joyoflearningpranichealing.com