Join IPC for an evening of extraordinary music in the Sanctuary. The Patricia Byrne Memorial Concert for Organ and Orchestra will be held in the Sanctuary on Tuesday, April 28, at 7 p.m., featuring world-renowned organist Vincent Dubois, titular organist of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, alongside 48 members of the Alabama Symphony under the direction of Dr. Jeff McLelland.
Together, they will present works by Marcel Dupré and Franz Liszt in a setting that brings the full beauty and power of organ and orchestra to life. This concert is free and open to the community. We invite you to experience the richness of sacred music in a space designed for both worship and artistry.
A Century of Worship in IPC’s Sanctuary: This Sunday, we give thanks for 100 years of worship in IPC’s Sanctuary, first dedicated on Good Friday, April 2, 1926.
What was described at its dedication as “a thing of beauty” by The Birmingham News, it remains a lasting expression of faith, vision, and the generations who have gathered here to worship God.
On Sunday, April 12, join us for one combined worship service at 11 am as we mark this milestone in the life of IPC. The 11 am service will be the only worship service on April 12. Sunday School will be held at 10:00 a.m. as usual.
In this Sunday’s service, the scripture and dedication litany come from that original service a century ago, connecting us to those who first filled this sacred space. It is a meaningful reminder that we are part of something far greater, rooted in faith and sustained across generations.
Mark your calendar: Join us for three special Sunday School classes on the history of our Sanctuary: May 31, June 7, and June 21.
This Sunday was a display of the fruit of IPC Youth's labor, a six-week endeavor where they collectively crafted prayers, liturgy, and sermons for Youth Sunday, centered on Choosing Joy. Their hard work and dedication are truly appreciated, and we're proud of the 30 youth who participated in various capacities throughout the day.
We also took time to acknowledge our graduating seniors and commission the Chiapas, Mexico mission team as they prepare for their departure this Friday for Spring Break. The celebration continued with a lunch honoring our seniors and their families, a time filled with laughter, fond memories, and love.
It was an inspiring day of joyful worship and leadership. Our gratitude goes to all who supported, encouraged, and prayed for our youth.
Weather Update: IPC will be closed on Monday, January 26. The IPC Day School will also be closed, and all church events scheduled for Monday have been canceled.
Please stay safe and warm. Thank you.
As always, it was such a joy to be back within the gates of Montreat.
4 days in the mountains, 15 IPC Youth alum, coming from 10 different colleges. Grateful for these young adults choosing to return to this sacred place, to be together, and exploring the ‘Strains of Joy’ we experience in our lives.
IPC shares in the heartbreak of our community as we grieve the tragic loss of Ella Cook, a student at Brown University and a member of the Cathedral Church of the Advent. Ella was also the niece of IPC members Sissy and David Austin. All who knew Ella speak of her as a bright light and a faithful follower of Jesus Christ, and her loss is difficult to comprehend. We pray for comfort for the Cook and Austin families and all who loved Ella, and for the congregation and staff of the Cathedral Church of the Advent as they grieve.
We are also heartbroken by the horrific violence that claimed so many lives within the Jewish community in Australia as they joyfully gathered to celebrate the beginning of Hanukkah. We condemn antisemitism in all its forms and pray for comfort for the Jewish community in Australia, in Birmingham, and around the world as they mourn.
The Gospel of John reminds us that Jesus Christ is the Light of the world, and that “the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overcome it.” Even when the darkness feels heavy and close, we trust that God is present, surrounding us with comfort, grace, mercy, peace, and love.
May God surround all who grieve today as we join our lament to theirs, placing our whole trust in God and in the redemption of all things through our Lord Jesus Christ.
“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” ~Psalm 34:18
Here we come a-wassailing to Beer & Carols! 🎄🍻Join us @thegrocerysportsbar on Dec. 15 for an evening of great food, festive drinks, plenty of chances to sing along, and even a visit from Santa himself! We’ll kick things off with Children’s Christmas Carols from 5:30–6:30 pm, then gather for Classic Carols for all from 7–8 pm.
Registration is required. Space is limited this year, and we’re expecting a full house!
The event itself is free, and food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Gather your friends, family, and neighbors, and come celebrate with us.
🎟️: Link to RSVP and purchase food in advance is in our bio!
✨ Celebrate Advent at IPC ✨
As we prepare our hearts for Christmas, we invite you to experience the wonder of the season with your IPC family. From Sunday worship and the IPC Choir Christmas Concert to Wednesday Chapel & Lunch, Beer & Carols, the Children’s Advent Workshop, and giving opportunities through The Giving Tree, there are so many meaningful ways to journey through Advent together.
✨ Discover all of our Advent offerings: Find the link in our bio.
The annual IPC Day School Halloween Parade filled our halls with joy this week! Students, teachers, and families enjoyed a time filled with creativity and imagination as our children celebrated together. We’re grateful for the teachers and staff who make these special moments possible.
We are pleased to welcome Wesley Walker as IPC’s new Accounting Manager. Wesley joins us after eight years with Altec and brings strong experience in accounting, along with a genuine commitment to serving through his work.
A Homewood native and University of Alabama graduate, Wesley grew up at Trinity United Methodist Church, where he remains active in their youth program. He and his wife, Abby, a teacher at Hall Kent Elementary, are parents to their almost two-year-old daughter, Evelyn.
We are also grateful to Beth Grauel, who has come out of retirement to help train Wesley during this transition. Thank you, Beth, for sharing your knowledge and care as we welcome Wesley to the IPC staff.
Thank you to our Crop Drop volunteers! At this year’s event, more than 100 volunteers helped bag 32,000 pounds of sweet potatoes for 25 local agencies serving our neighbors in need.
Thank you to every person who shared their time, energy, and enthusiasm to make this event such a success. Your generosity and teamwork embody the spirit of IPC, and we are deeply grateful for you.
📷 Photo credit: @vjonesphoto
Join us tonight for Beer & Hymns at The Grocery! Doors open at 6 pm and music starts at 7 pm.
We hope that you, your family, and friends will come out and enjoy an uplifting evening of hymns, good food, beverages, and great company. Follow @bhambeerandhymns to stay up to date on our monthly meetups!
