Saturday 5 October

Bloom Where You're Planted is a full-day orientation seminar designed to help you make the most of your new life in Paris. Created for English-speaking expats from around the world, this seminar provides valuable insights that will enable you and your family to grow and thrive, as well as opportunities for meaningful connections with your new community in the City of Light.

The day will feature keynote speakers and focused seminars offering inspiration and information on topics such as acclimating to the culture, finding the perfect home, navigating the education and healthcare systems, creating a successful business, cooking like the French, and more!

In our extensive Exhibit Hall you will connect with organizations and businesses offering opportunities and services for the expat community. And, of course, an introduction to Parisian life wouldn’t be complete without delicious food and wine as our day culminates with a wine tasting and networking party.

Childcare and a kids program will be available for children ages 6 months to 12 years.

To find out more about Bloom Where You’re Planted 2019, click here     

Mark your calendars for the next Bloom Where You're Planted program - Saturday 5 October 2019.

Monday 26 - Thursday 29 August at 9h-12h

Place: American Church in Paris
Dates:  Monday-Thursday, 27-30 August 2018
Times: 9h-12h
Who: Children ages 3-10
Cost: Admission is free, with a suggested donation of 25 euros per child.

Register here.

ReNew is an environmentally-focused VBS program that inspires kids and adults to grow in faith, have fun, and change the world as they practice stewardship of creation! You and your children can still expect the things you love about VBS—kids learning about Jesus, exploring God’s Word, crafts, games, singing and celebrating—but ReNew VBS is centered on the stewardship of creation, and action-oriented for a big impact on the participants, our community, and the world.

Although the program will be conducted primarily in English, VBS is for open to to all children regardless of spoken language or level of ability ages 3-10 years old.

Please contact Allison Wheeler, Children’s Ministry Director for more information.

Register here.

Many volunteers are needed for a variety of roles, so please pray about whether God is calling you to serve in this fun, dynamic ministry. Please send a message to the Allison Wheeler.

Friday 6 September at 19h30 in the Courtyard

Still Point and friends offer a concert night in the ACP courtyard. Chilli dogs, ice cream sundaes and drinks for purchase. All are welcome. Free entry.

Youth and Young Adult Ministry Intern

Please welcome Grant Mongin, our 2019-2020 Youth and Young Adult Ministry Intern! Grant first came to know Christ in his family’s interdenominational church when he was 6 years old and is excited to work with the young adults of ACP this coming year. Grant is coming to ACP from Princeton Theological Seminary (USA) where he is pursuing a Master of Divinity with a Certificate in Theology, Women, and Gender, and just completed his second of the three year degree program. Most recently, Grant has been working with The Juilliard School in NYC where he serves as the Residence Life and Summer Dance and Percussion Program Coordinator.

Grant was born and raised outside of Chicago, IL, and that is where his parents and sister live now. He was awarded a Bachelor of Science in Christian Ministries from Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion Indiana. He is particularly passionate about creating a Church where the lived experiences of all people are considered in the construction of liturgy, theology, and ministry. Providing a loving, accepting, and socially conscious space for young people to discover who they are is vital to Grant’s approach to ministry. He feels especially close to God when surrounded by nature and loves to share his passion for backpacking, rock climbing, and camping with anyone who is interested. When not in the outdoors or working, Grant enjoys going to concerts, Broadway shows, modern/contemporary art exhibits, and dance performances. A particular area of excitement for his work with ACP is their focus on interdenominational/ecumenical worship and their commitment to social justice.

Grant looks forward to getting to know the ACP community and working with an experienced staff where he can learn what full-time ministry looks like and is excited for the opportunity to grow alongside this team. He knows that this year of ministry will be full of highs and lows but is excited to learn through the process. He sees getting to know the members of the ACP community as a vital piece to his ministry and as such would love the opportunity to get to know any and all of you over coffee, a meal, at a show, or really anywhere you love!

Grant arrives in August. You can contact him by email : This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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Freiman is a native of Lancaster county, Pennsylvania, where he currently resides. He studied in New York City at The National Academy and Art Students League, and has travelled extensively in the Middle East as well as Europe where visits to museums and churches in particular inspire his work.

Music is an equally essential element for him in both his life and his art. He sang with the Oratorio Society of New York, is now with the Philadelphia Singers and is fondly remembered at the ACP for his contribution to the tenor section.

Freiman says, “I believe that art is a vital, regenerative act. It is the nature of God, and it is the nature of love, to create. Since we are made in God’s image, it is also in our nature to create. In my own experience, art breaks down barriers of every kind: religious, psychological, socio-economic, and political. Art clarifies and heals; art confronts and insists on justice.”

During his weeks as Artist in Residence, Freiman plans to offer a workshop, to create a visual diary of daily sketches and watercolors and have a role in VBS.

“Soundtrack for a Painting”
Saturday 7 September at 20h

A highpoint of Freiman Stoltzfus' time in Paris is an event on Saturday 7 September: “Soundtrack for a Painting”, taking place in the ACP Sanctuary at 20h. Instrumental and vocal musicians will surround Freiman with music as he creates a painting. The piece will be unveiled to the audience at the end of the concert. Come watch, listen and enjoy!

Sunday 15 September
After the 11h and 13h30 services in the Theater

Come and discover all the different ministries here at ACP! All of ACP’s groups, Bible studies, fellowships, and activities will be represented. You will be able to get your questions answered about the ministries in which we serve, and are also served.

Got questions about life? Try the Alpha Course

Launch party: 19 September 2019 at 19h30

Course (10 weeks): Thursdays, beginning 26 September at 19h00 in the Thurber Room

Ever wanted to explore the meaning of life or ask challenging questions about the Christian faith? Do you have a family member, friend, neighbor or colleague who is asking questions about life? If you've answered "yes" then the Alpha Course is for you!

Alpha is an opportunity for anyone to explore the Christian faith in a relaxed, informal and friendly way. It welcomes all those big questions – and it's free!

Following the Launch Party on Thursday 19 September, the course will run every Thursday from 26 September for 10 weeks. Using the latest video talks by Nicky Gumbel (in English with French subtitles), each session starts with a meal at 19h followed by a short video looking at different aspects of the Christian faith, with topics such as How can I have faith? and Does God heal today? Afterwards there are small group discussions, where you can talk about what you have heard and ask any questions you might have.

No question is too simple or too hostile!! Whether you've never heard of God, you're someone who has recently come to faith or you have been a Christian all of your life, this course is for you! Even if you've been a Christian for many years, Alpha is a great way to remind yourself about the fundamental aspects of faith and it is also perfect to invite friends to who are seeking answers about life...so why not invite them to come along with you?

For more information, please feel free to contact the Alpha team here. Make sure that you keep up-to-date with details about the Launch Party and the course by checking the ACP website and social media channels.

Saturday 19 October at 20h

The Brilliance will perform in concert at the American Church in Paris on Saturday, 19 October at 20h. Tickets are available here. [link to come]

Acclaimed across the U.S. for their thoughtful, relevant, eclectic spiritual protest music, David Gungor and John Arndt cross the genres of classical and pop, electronic and acoustic, exploring the creative imagination and the power of beauty to evoke empathy that leads to Christ-like action in the world.

Known to many for their opus on reconciliation, Brother, their latest release, the album "Suite No. 1 Oh Dreamer," was inspired by a partnership with World Relief to raise awareness for the DACA dreamers.

David Gungor is a singer, songwriter and guitarist based in New York City where he also serves as a pastor at Trinity Grace Tribeca. He is married with four children. John Arndt is a classical pianist, producer and composer, and has performed all over the world in a wide variety of venues and musical styles. They created The Brilliance in 2010, crafting music that gives listeners “time and space to fully soak in the beauty that lies in every lyric and sonic nuance.”

Don’t miss the opportunity to hear and meet with the Brilliance at the ACP. Tickets are available here. [link to come]

The American Church in Paris 65, quai d’Orsay 75007 Paris www.acparis.org/thebrilliance

Friday 23 August 16h30 and 19h30

 Entrée libre / Free admission

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Stewardship plays an important role in enabling ACP to continue being an Embassy for the Kingdom of God and in furthering our individual paths of discipleship. We invite you to pray about the role of giving in your spiritual growth and to join us dedicating our pledges on Sunday. You can find our pledge forms for printing here or on-line version here.