Christmas Eve Service Update

Christmas Eve Services Update: Upcoming Services Online Only By Dr. Steve Schibsted, Transitional Pastor Dear Friends, Just when I thought we were moving toward “normalcy” and looking forward to a Christmas Eve with 3 full worship services, COVID-19 has thrown us another curve ball and is causing us to pivot once again. If you have […]

WONDER TIDINGS CONCERT

Online Concert Premieres SUNDAY, DECEMBER 19 on this page. Click to download the program.

BILL MCNABB – STAGECOACH

Since the beginning of the pandemic, Dr. William McNabb has been sending short, shareable video messages to the congregation and the wider community. Most are inspirational and some, historic. In this his last feature video, Bill shares a fun story about stagecoaches. And, we have to admit, he saved the best for last. Filmed by […]

CITYTEAM UPDATE – Teddy Feldmann

 Teddy Feldmann of CityTeam Oakland gives a brief history, personal testimony and an update on how the mission is dealing with the pandemic. Video by Michael Barber

A CALL TO SERVE – SCHWEITZER TRIBUTE

Albert Schweitzer is known throughout the world as a great humanitarian. Dr. William McNabb has surrounded himself with Schweitzer’s belief that true happiness is connected to service. Short film by Michael Barber.

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY INVITE

Piedmont Church member Eric Behrens has been leading a Saturday morning Men’s Bible Study for 20 years. He invites you to join the small group online this Saturday at 7:30 AM, PST, from wherever you are: ZOOM LINK HERE: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88377675692

MCNABB ON PIEDMONT SAINTS

Senior Minister Dr. William McNabb chats about two Piedmont saints that made Piedmont Community Church what it is today. Video by Michael Barber BILL MCNABB ON PIEDMONT SAINTS from Piedmont Community Church on Vimeo.

DOTTIE HUTCH ON HOPE

  HOPE By Rev. Dottie Hutch And the social distancing continues…. How are you feeling today? Maybe disoriented, worried, angry, lonely…or, like me, a combination of all of the above? As the country went into sheltering in place two weeks after Ash Wednesday, I kept busy adapting to hand sanitizer and masks. Then, before I […]

MCNABB, JAMES HUBBELL CONNECTION

DR. BILL MCNABB – HUBBELL STORY from Piedmont Community Church on Vimeo. BEAUTY AS AN ANTIDOTE – The Sanctuary at Piedmont Church is not only a place to feed the soul, but a space to appreciate the creativity of James Hubbell, internationally-known artist and designer from Southern California. Dr. William McNabb tells us how the stained […]

LOCKDOWN VIDEO

Dr. William McNabb narrates a popular poem in a way you’ve not seen or heard.

BILL MCNABB ON CALVARY

Dr. William McNabb tells the story of a train ride that stops at a place called Calvary – where death and despair turn to hope.

HOLY WEEK MEDITATION

Dr. Don Ashburn delivers a Holy Week meditation from the Chapel of Piedmont Community Church.

RINGING-IN-PLACE

RINGING-IN-PLACE – Our Piedmont Church Handbell Ensemble used technology (and many hours by Dr. Stephen Main) to create this incredible video for you. Watch ‘This is My Father’s World,’ each member playing at a great distance, at different times, sent with love. Video by Dr. Stephen Main

BILL MCNABB ON SCIENCE

Dr. William McNabb celebrates science, the meaning behind the artful stained glass windows in the Children’s Chapel and Piedmont Church’s reaction to the ongoing coronavirus crisis.

TERRY HERSHEY, PAUSE

Our good friend Terry Hershey talks about the importance of spiritual immunity. TERRY HERSHEY, PAUSE from Piedmont Community Church on Vimeo.

‘O’Carolan’s Welcome’

WELCOME DIVERSION – Enjoy church member Rick Eigenbrode and Dr. Stephen Main as they perform ‘O’Carolan’s Welcome’ on Celtic harps.

LOVE WINS

Students prepare for their 2019 mission trip to Mexico where they will build 20 homes for people in need. Video by Michael Barber

BAILEY BARFIELD ON THE BORDER

BAILEY BARFIELD ON VISITING THE BORDER from Piedmont Community Church on Vimeo. Youth intern Bailey Barfield chats about her recent trip to the Mexico border wall with the Global Immersion Project.

PIEDMONT FORUM – DR. SARAH ROBINSON-BERTONI

DR. SARAH ROBINSON-BERTONI CLIMATE FORUM from Piedmont Community Church on Vimeo. Drawing from fresh research in climate science, comparative religion, and civic engagement, Dr. Sarah Robinson-Bertoni will guide a conversation on actively responding to climate change, providing context in climate realities and in religious environmental ethics.

SERMON DISCUSSION NOVEMBER 25

SERMON DISCUSSION 11-25C.mov from Piedmont Community Church on Vimeo. Dr. Bill McNabb invites you to gather in the Clara Barton room this Sunday after our 10:30 am worship to review the day’s message.

Americana Sunday, June 3, 2018

Special music from Piedmont Community Church, June 3, 2018. Video by Michael Barber Piedmont Community Church is an engaged, inclusive, interdenominational faith community. We are located in the town of Piedmont near Oakland.  But we are not just for Piedmont!  Our community extends to the broader East Bay and San Francisco.  So no matter your age, […]

Mother’s Day, 2018

Rev. Scott Kail teaches an important Mother’s Day lesson while children pass out flowers to all the women in worship Sunday, May 13. Featuring soloist Tina Harrington. Video by Michael Barber

OH HAPPY DAY!

Piedmont Community Church, Piedmont, California, welcomes sister church Imani to worship Sunday, April 29, 2018. Video by Michael Barber

MEXICO – BLUE TEAM KEY CEREMONY

During the week of April 2,  more than 300 Piedmont students and adults traveled to Tijuana, Mexico to build 17 structures for people in need. Blue Team Key Ceremony from Piedmont Community Church on Vimeo.

THE BUILDERS – FULL DOCUMENTARY

The Builders – Mexico Documentary from Piedmont Community Church on Vimeo. During the week of April 2,  more than 300 Piedmont students and adults traveled to Tijuana, Mexico to build 17 structures for people in need. Watch this compelling video of their journey. Documentary presented during worship April 15, 2018. Film by Michael Barber Additional footage, […]

MEXICO – WILLIS DUET

WILLIS from Piedmont Community Church on Vimeo. Sydney and Scott Willis perform during the talent show. During the week of April 2,  more than 300 Piedmont students and adults traveled to Tijuana, Mexico to build 17 structures for people in need.

MEXICO – STAND UP COMEDY

STAND UP COMEDY from Piedmont Community Church on Vimeo. Olivia Wiebe presents during the talent show. During the week of April 2,  more than 300 Piedmont students and adults traveled to Tijuana, Mexico to build 17 structures for people in need.

THE BUILDERS – YELLOW TEAM LESSON

YELLOW TEAM LESSONS from Piedmont Community Church on Vimeo. During the week of April 2,  more than 300 Piedmont students and adults traveled to Tijuana, Mexico to build 17 structures for people in need. Watch this compelling video of their journey. Documentary presented during worship April 15, 2018.

THE BUILDERS – FIRST DAY

FIRST DAY from Piedmont Community Church on Vimeo. During the week of April 2,  more than 300 Piedmont students and adults traveled to Tijuana, Mexico to build 17 structures for people in need. Watch this compelling video of their journey. Documentary presented during worship April 15, 2018.

THE BUILDERS – CLOSING CREDITS

CLOSING CREDITS from Piedmont Community Church on Vimeo. During the week of April 2,  more than 300 Piedmont students and adults traveled to Tijuana, Mexico to build 17 structures for people in need. Watch this compelling video of their journey. Documentary presented during worship April 15, 2018. Film by Michael Barber

THE BUILDERS – GETTING THERE

GETTING THERE, SETTING UP from Piedmont Community Church on Vimeo. During the week of April 2,  more than 300 Piedmont students and adults traveled to Tijuana, Mexico to build 17 structures for people in need. Watch this compelling video of their journey. Documentary presented during worship April 15, 2018. Film by Michael Barber

THE BUILDERS – SCOTT KAIL INTRO

REV SCOTT KAIL INTRO from Piedmont Community Church on Vimeo. During the week of April 2,  more than 300 Piedmont students and adults traveled to Tijuana, Mexico to build 17 structures for people in need. Watch this compelling video of their journey. Documentary presented during worship April 15, 2018. Film by Michael Barber

Palm Sunday Parade

The children of Piedmont Church celebrate Palm Sunday with a parade through the sanctuary Sunday, March 25. Video by Michael Barber

Spring Cleaning Day

Members and friends gathered at Piedmont Community Church Saturday, March 24, to clean, paint, plant and make building repairs during a spring cleaning. Video by Michael Barber

Psalm 23 Window Installation

The Psalm 23 stained glass window at Piedmont Community Church, originally installed in 1922, has been restored. Installation will be complete by Easter. Video by Michael Barber

Lenten Gatherings

 This March, you are invited to join Dr. Don Ashburn for 4 weeks of prayer and conversation, based on Adam Hamilton’s best-selling book, 24 Hours That Changed the World. The book helps us to relive the one day in history that changed everything, and to experience and understand the significance of Jesus’ final hours for us […]

Psalm 23 Window Time Lapse

This time-lapse represents the first 90 minutes of removal of the Psalm 23 window, Piedmont Community Church Sanctuary, Thursday, February 8, 2018. Video by Michael Barber

Do Something

 Do Something – Mexico Mission Trip from Piedmont Community Church on Vimeo. Video by Jeremy Kaetzel – Music by Matthew West

PREPARING FOR MEXICO

In April, nearly 300 Piedmont, California students and adults will travel to Tijuana, Mexico to build 18 homes for impoverished families. Check back for updates beginning April 2 On Sunday, March 18, participants of the Mexico Mission met at Piedmont Community Church for a preparation meeting and to practice pitching tents. The tents will be […]

Practice Makes Perfect

 Join us for a magical and inspiring beginning to the Christmas season. A concert performed by full orchestra and choir with soloists will be followed by a lovely reception featuring delicious food, drink and time to visit with friends and the musicians. Read more about this performance

Pleasant Exchange

As part of the annual pulpit exchange with our sister church, Imani Community Church, both choirs participated in the October 29 service with Dr. Bill McNabb preaching. Imani, who will travel to Piedmont in spring, 2018, is located at 3300 MacArthur Blvd in Oakland, CA.