We are a congregation founded in 1799 in the heart of Woodstock, New York. Our historic downtown building has been called the "most painted church in America," for all the artists who've been inspired by our iconic structure and steeple. We come together from all over Ulster County and beyond, and joyfully welcome people of different ages and abilities, ethnicities and cultures, races and sexual orientations. We come from a number of faith traditions and some from no tradition. Whether you're passing through on vacation or looking for a church home, we'd love to meet you.
Services
Our worship services take place on Sundays at 10am in person and on Zoom. (Contact our Administrator at woodstockchurch@gmail.com) to request the invite). We are a congregation of The Reformed Church in America, a Protestant denomination with roots in the Netherlands (which is why it says "Dutch Reformed Church" above our front door).
Ways We Connect
During the school year, we have a Sunday School for children 5 & up during worship. We are pleased to say that as of 2011, our facilities are also fully accessible- with ramp, elevator, and special wheelchair-accessible restroom.
In addition to worship, we connect with one another in coffee hour, Bible studies, concerts, yard sales, food delivery, 12-step groups, prayer chain, and more. If you'd like a church member or the pastor to reach out to you, please email us at woodstockchurch@gmail.com or call us at 845-679-6610. We would be honored to answer your questions and/or pray for you.
Lay Leadership
Our church is governed by a board called the Consistory. Our Consistory consists of the Minister and 9 Deacons and Elders- each elected by the congregation for a two-year term, with an option of renewing for a second term.
Minister: Rev. Kate Rivera Torea
Deacons: Nicole Arana, Ken Cayea, Jicky Schnee, Larry Todd
Elders: Montine Jordan (Co-VP), Carol Kenyon, Nomita Sonty, Sue Ulrich (Co-VP), Howard Whitehouse
Thinking about becoming a member?
Joining the church marks the next step of commitment to this congregation and community. We regularly offer New Member classes, which meet for two consecutive Sundays after worship.
Reach out to our Administrator at woodstockchurch@gmail.com to find out more.