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Help Build a More Hopeful Future with Habitat for Humanity
Madeira-Silverwood Presbyterian Church has joined the Shalom Coalition, a group of local congregations partnering with Cincinnati Habitat for Humanity to help build affordable homes and strengthen our Greater Cincinnati community. This is a practical, meaningful way to serve alongside neighbors, volunteers, and future homeowners. Whether you are part of MSPC or simply looking for a hands-on way to make a difference, there is a place for you with the Shalom Group. Volunteer op
Aug 31 min read


What is your next step of faith? Maybe it is teaching Sunday School
MSPC Sunday School teachers teach with a partner once per month. Lessons are provided ahead of time, and teachers are free to use them as is or to put their own personal touch on them. Children in the class are 6 – 10 years old, and they are sweet, willing participants. The class begins Sunday mornings at 9:25 and concludes at 10:00. Nervous to teach but curious about it? You can be paired up with an experienced teacher who will share tips and take the lead. Please talk t
Aug 11 min read


Next Munch Bunch: August 30
Join the Munch Bunch! Are you seeking a warm and welcoming community where you can savor delicious food and engage in thought-provoking conversations? Look no further than our Munch Bunch fellowship! This vibrant gathering meets at DeSha's immediately following the 10:00 am worship service on Fifth Sundays, and it's the perfect opportunity to unwind, connect, and share experiences over a delightful meal. Whether you're a longtime member or new to our congregation, we invite y
Jul 311 min read


Live Bluegrass Concert at MSPC
On Saturday, September 12, MSPC is partnering with the DownTowne Listening Room to host a special evening of live bluegrass music featuring the Kentucky Just Us Family Band. This DTLR Pop-Up Concert brings authentic homegrown American music right here into the heart of Madeira, creating a relaxed and intimate experience where listeners can enjoy talented artists up close in a welcoming neighborhood setting. Kentucky Just Us is a family bluegrass band known for rich harmonies
Jul 201 min read


Donate Reading Glasses for Transforming Jail Ministries
Imagine wanting to read the Bible and simply not being able to see the words. This September, Madeira-Silverwood is partnering with Transforming Jail Ministries (TJM) to collect reading glasses for men and women in local jails. TJM chaplains bring prayer, Scripture, pastoral presence, and the hope of Christ into places that can feel lonely, confusing, and forgotten. One of the simple needs they encounter again and again is also one of the most meaningful: reading glasses. A p
Jul 201 min read


Lamplight Theater Open Auditions
Sign up here: lamplighttheater.org Contact us with questions: lamplighttheater@outlook.com Miracle on 34th Street is showing this holiday season at Lamplight Theater and you're invited to be part of the magic. Roles available for all ages including non-speaking parts Open auditions are announced and there's still time for you to join. Click the button below to sign up for auditions... Audition on July 12, 6:00 PM or July 13, 7:00 PM Performances: November 5-15 Stay tuned for
Jul 51 min read


Seek God's wisdom for your life in the Proverbs Advance
You need God’s wisdom in your life. Perhaps you’re facing a major decision. Maybe you live with a persistent, ongoing challenge. Or you have dilemmas about relationships, work, family, calling, finances, health, or the next season of life. During our July Sabbath month, we are creating intentional space for seeking God's wisdom. Throughout the month of July, we invite you to identify one area of life where you are actively seeking God's guidance. Rather than rushing toward a
Jun 272 min read


Lamplight Theater's Radium Girls: Now Playing
Info and Tickets: lamplighttheater.org Contact us: lamplighttheater@outlook.com Radium Girls is now showing and there's still time to purchase your tickets! Click the button below to grab your seats today... What People are Saying ‘This is one of the best non-equity productions I’ve ever seen in my life’ ‘The story. The ambience. The tech. The little touches. THE MOCKTAILS!’ ‘This cast is PHENOMENAL’ ‘I’m returning for next weekend!’ Synopsis: In 1926, radium was a miracle c
May 172 min read


Little Free Library Book Distribution: A Simple Step of Faith
What if one small act could bring encouragement to someone right when they need it most? A generous donor has provided MSPC with a collection of spiritual and devotional books to share throughout our community. Inside each book, you’ll find a bookmark with an encouraging message and a QR code inviting people to submit a prayer request. It’s a simple but meaningful way to extend care, hope, and connection beyond our walls. We invite you to take part. Pick up a book from the en
May 51 min read


Deacon Greeting Card Ministry
Do you remember how good it felt the last time someone sent you a handwritten note or a thoughtful card? You felt acknowledged, seen, and loved. Maybe you've been sensing a nudge to reach out to someone: a neighbor, a friend, a coworker, someone in our church family. But the busyness of life has gotten in the way. Our Deacons' Greeting Card Ministry makes it easy to act on that leading and take your next step of faith. A free rack of greeting cards is available in the church
Apr 301 min read


Snowball Mountain Challenge VBS 2026
Snowball Mountain Challenge VBS 2026 A fun, faith-filled week where kids discover their strength in God June 1–5, 2026 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Ages 3–10 Register Now The Snowball Mountain Challenge Vacation Bible School is coming to Madeira-Silverwood Presbyterian Church! During this exciting week, children will discover that “I can do all things through Him who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13) as they grow in faith, friendship, and confidence. What to Expect Each day, campers w
Apr 211 min read


Graduate Recognition - Sunday May 31
We're excited to celebrate our 2026 graduates during our 10:00 Fifth Sunday Worship service on May 31! If you or someone in your family is graduating from high school, college, or beyond, we would love to recognize and honor this important milestone. Please contact the church office (Missy Hardy) by Sunday, May 10 with your graduate’s information. This is more than a celebration of achievement—it’s a moment to bless and send. As a church family, we give thanks for the ways t
Apr 211 min read


Living Inside God's Story
Living Inside God's Story — Coming this April and May: We all live inside a story, often without even realizing it. It shapes how we see our lives, our struggles, our relationships, and our purpose. In a world full of competing voices, it can be hard to know what’s really true. For generations, Christians have turned to the Apostles’ Creed, not just as a statement of belief, but as a clear and steady way of seeing the world. The Apostles’ Creed tells the story of what God
Apr 213 min read


The Lamplight Theater Company Announces its 2026 Season!
Info and Tickets: lamplighttheater.org Contact us: lamplighttheater@outlook.com About Us: We are a non-profit community theatre dedicated to our mission. We're located in the Madeira Church at 8000 Miami Avenue. Our Mission: To create wholesome, immersive theatrical experiences that engage the senses, develop artists, and deepen community connection through love and respect. Support Us: We are entirely volunteer managed. Ticket sales alone do not cover the costs to fund its p
Apr 181 min read


Missions Brunch and Learn: Habitat for Humanity
Brunch & Learn: Building Hope with Habitat for Humanity What does it look like to be part of something that lasts—something that helps build stability, dignity, and hope for a family? Join us for a Brunch & Learn as we explore the work of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Cincinnati and how lives are being changed right here in our community. Earlier this year, we had the opportunity to commission one of our members for a Habitat trip to Latin America. We’ve also supported loca
Apr 21 min read


Join The Walk to School Day Hospitality Team!
Twice a year, the Madeira School District brings our community together for Walk to School Day—and it’s a wonderful opportunity for MSPC to be present in a simple, meaningful way. As families walk past our campus, we’ll be there offering coffee, juice, doughnuts, and warm smiles. It’s a small gesture, but it creates space for connection and a chance to show our neighbors they are seen, valued, and loved. This is what it looks like to live out our faith in everyday life. As Je
Apr 21 min read


Matthew 25: Ministries 5k Run/Walk
Walk with Us in the Matthew 25: Ministries 5K Each year, members and friends of MSPC lace up their shoes and step into something simple but meaningful: walking together to support the work of Matthew 25: Ministries. This 5K is more than an event—it’s a chance to put compassion into motion. Through their work, Matthew 25 brings help and hope to people facing disaster, poverty, and hardship both locally and around the world. And for us, this is one small, tangible way to live o
Apr 11 min read


Holy Week Services
Holy Week at Madeira-Silverwood Presbyterian Church From darkness into light — become a beacon of Christ’s love Holy Week is a journey from shadow into light. As we’ve been exploring what it means to become Beacons of God’s Love in our homes, workplaces, and neighborhoods, this week invites us to walk closely with Jesus—through his love, his sacrifice, and his victory. Wherever you are in your faith journey, this is your invitation to take a next step. Palm Sunday — March 29
Mar 182 min read


Observe Good Friday in Prayerful Meditation
On Good Friday, the church has always paused — not to rush past the cross toward Easter, but to be still and contemplate Christ's work. Step away from the noise and enter a space of quiet reflection with us. This simple, contemplative service walks through the story of Scripture—from creation and brokenness to the cross of Christ—through readings, music, and extended moments of silence. As we listen, sing, and sit in stillness, we make room to encounter the depth of Christ’s
Mar 181 min read


Beacons of God's Love: 2026 Lenten Sermon Series
A Lenten Sermon Series at Madeira-Silverwood Presbyterian Church This Lent, we’ll be exploring a simple but challenging question: What if our households are not just private spaces to manage, but mission stations God uses to bring His love into the world? In our Lenten series, Beacons of God’s Love , we’ll reflect on how faith takes shape in ordinary life—at home, at work, and in our neighborhoods. Rather than treating discipleship as something that happens only at church, th
Feb 102 min read
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