Church Calendar
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P.O. Box 1241 • 44 Union Street • Sag Harbor, NY 11963
Phone: (631) 725-0894 • Fax: (631) 725-1693 • Email: office@oldwhalerschurch.com
A Day to Remember
A Time to Remember
Sunday, November 1, 2026 | 10:00 AM
Old Whalers’ Church, Sag Harbor
Join us for a gentle and meaningful service as we remember and honor those we have loved and lost during the past year. Through music, reflection, prayer, and the lighting of candles, we will celebrate the lives that have touched our hearts and the love that remains with us.
Whether your loss is recent or your memories reach back many years, there is a place for you here.
Coffee hour and fellowship will follow the service.
All are warmly welcome.
November Community Prayer Group Meeting
The Gift of Years
November Community Prayer Group
Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 9:30–11:00 AM
Old Whalers’ Chapel, Sag Harbor
Every season of life brings its own gifts, challenges, wisdom, and opportunities for joy. Join us for a warm and welcoming morning as we explore The Gift of Years—celebrating the richness of growing older while discovering new ways to embrace life with courage, gratitude, humor, and hope.
Through music, gentle meditation, inspiring readings, and thoughtful conversation, we'll reflect on the beauty of the years behind us and the possibilities still ahead.
Come as you are. All are welcome, and no previous experience is necessary.
Interfaith Thanksgivng Service
Community Thanksgiving Service at Old Whalers’ Church
Old Whalers’ Church warmly invites people of all faiths and traditions to come together for a special Community Thanksgiving Service celebrating gratitude, friendship, and the spirit of community.
Through music, readings, and reflections, we will celebrate the many beliefs and traditions that enrich our lives, recognizing that even in our differences, we share a common humanity and a desire for peace, kindness, and understanding.
Many faiths, many traditions, one community. All are welcome!
Old Whalers’ Church
44 Union Street, Sag Harbor, NY
Date: November 19th, 2026
Time: [7:00 PM]
The Holiday Market at Old Whalers'
Old Whalers’ Holiday Market & Celebration
Saturday, November 28, 2026 | 1:00–5:00 PM
Celebrate the magic of the holiday season at historic Old Whalers’ Church in the heart of Sag Harbor!
Join us for a festive afternoon filled with holiday shopping, local artisans and craftspeople, unique gifts, a delicious hot chocolate bar, and plenty of holiday cheer!
Enjoy the warmth and beauty of our historic church, beautifully decorated for the season, as friends, neighbors, and families gather to celebrate the joy of community.
The festivities will conclude with community caroling and Christmas tree lighting, bringing everyone together in the spirit of the season.
Free admission — Everyone is welcome!
Old Whalers’ Church
44 Union Street, Sag Harbor, NY
Wonder Sunday and Annual Animal Blessing
Blessing of the Animals — October 11
Sunday, October 11 | Old Whalers’ Church
Join us for a special Sunday celebrating children, animals, curiosity, and the wonder all around us.
Our 10:00 AM service will mark the beginning of our Wonder Sunday children’s program with the beloved story of Frederick by Leo Lionni, magnifying glasses, stuffed animals, and an invitation for children and grown-ups alike to slow down, look closely, and rediscover the wonder in ordinary things.
The celebration continues with the ice cream truck at 11:15 AM, including pup cups for our four-legged friends, followed by our outdoor Blessing of the Animals at 11:45 AM.
Bring a stuffed animal to church, bring your pets for the blessing, and come with your questions, curiosity, and sense of wonder.
Old Whalers’ Church
44 Union Street, Sag Harbor
All are welcome.
World Communion Sunday
World Communion Sunday — October 4 at 10 a.m.
Join us at Old Whalers’ Church as we share Communion and celebrate our connection with Christians around the world. All are welcome. We welcome Reverend Crawford!
Wonder Sundays
Wonder Sundays invite children to explore faith through stories, creativity, nature, music, and big questions. All are welcome—the faithful, the doubtful, the curious, and the wondering!
Old Whalers' Church Celebrates HarborFest
HarborFest Sunday at Old Whalers’ Church
Sunday, September 20 | Beginning at 9:00 AM
Step inside one of Sag Harbor’s most treasured historic landmarks during HarborFest and discover some of the stories held within its walls.
The morning begins at 9:00 AM with a demonstration of Old Whalers’ historic 1845 Henry Erben organ by Walter Klauss. From 9:15–10:00 AM, architect and historian Randy Croxton will lead an architectural tour of the church, including a slide presentation.
At 10:00 AM, join us for a special Historic HarborFest Service, “Passing the Light,” celebrating the generations of people who have shaped Old Whalers’ and Sag Harbor—and considering how we carry that light forward today.
Stay for coffee and fellowship at 11:00 AM, followed at 11:30 AM by a tour of the Old Burying Ground led by Sag Harbor Historical Museum President Zach Studenroth.
Come for one event or spend the whole morning with us. All are welcome!
September Prayer Group Meeting
September Prayer Group — Beginning Again After Summer
Our Prayer Group returns on Thursday, September 17 as we begin a new season together and reflect on the question, “What do I carry forward?”
Join us in the Old Whalers’ Church Chapel at 9:30 AM for coffee and conversation, followed by our gathering at 10:00 AM. We’ll take time to reflect, share, listen, and pray together as we consider what we want to carry with us—and perhaps what we’re ready to leave behind—as summer gives way to fall.
Everyone is welcome, just as you are.
Remembering 9/11
On the 25th anniversary of September 11, Old Whalers’ Church will be open from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM for quiet reflection, remembrance, and silent prayer.
All are welcome to come in at any time during these hours—to sit quietly and remember those whose lives were lost or forever changed, and pray in whatever way is meaningful to you.
The doors will be open. Come and stay for as little or as long as you wish.
Back to School Blesssings
Join us at Old Whalers’ Church for a joyful Back-to-School Sunday as we celebrate a new school year and all the possibilities it brings!
Students, teachers, school staff, parents, grandparents, and families are invited to receive a special blessing for the year ahead. Together we’ll give thanks for those who teach and learn, remember the teachers who made a difference in our own lives, and celebrate the gifts, curiosity, and potential within every child.
Everyone Welcome!
Fun, Free Community Sing Along
The Sag Harbor - Bridgehampton Multi-Faith Alliance invited everyone to join in the singing at our first annual community sing along! On the front lawn of Old Whalers’ Church in downtown Sag Harbor. Everyone welcome-let’s all celebrate the joy of being and singing together. A free event-just bring a lawn chair and your spirit of fun!
Community Sing Along
One Community, Many Voices! - A Community Sing-Along
Join the Sag Harbor - Bridgehampton Multi-Faith Alliance for an afternoon of music, laughter, and community! Sing along to familiar favorites - folk songs, oldies, songs of peace and hope, and plenty of fun music for all ages.
Saturday, August 30 at 4:00 PM
Old Whalers’ Church, Sag Harbor
Bring your family, bring a friend, and most importantly - bring your voice! Everyone is welcome. No singing experience required - just come ready to have fun and sing together!
Sunday Service
Join a growing community at Old Whalers’ Church for the final Sunday of their Summer Series-’Finding the Sacred Clost to Home’-as we explore the ‘Harvest’ in our community and in our lives. Everyone Welcome!
HOODOO LOUNGERS -Benefit Concert
Come out and support this beautiful part of Sag Harbor’s history-the house that houses so much good in Sag Harbor! A night of amazing music, dancing, food, refreshments and community! Please join in the fun - bring your friends a fun night to be together! Thanks for your support! ❤️🐳⛪️
Seashells-Summer Sermon Series-Finding the Sacred Close to Home!
Join us each Sunday at 10 AM -the place where Sag Harbor Gathers! Warm, welcoming community, beatuifl music and a great cup of coffee. Everyone Welcome!
Lighthouses-250 Years-and Inda Eaton
A wonderful way to celebrate 250 years -Lighthouses that guide our way and the music of Inda Eaton. Everyone welcome! Please join us!
Guest Musicians at Old Whalers'!
Join us each Sunday as wonderful local singer/songwriters share two songs with us at our Sunday Services. A warm and welcoming congregation - an open door since 1844- please join us!
Summer by the Sea Series
A welcoming church community invites you to ‘Find the Sacred’ close to home-jin us Sunday Mornings at 10 AM-everyone welcome!
June Community Prayer Group Meeting
Join us for Old Whalers’ Community Prayer Group-a wonderful opportunity to come together reflect, sing, pray and share. Everyone welcome! Join us!
Annual Strawberry Festival
A wonderful Sag Harbor tradition-come join us for some delicious Strawberry Shortcake and a chance to mingle with friends and neighbors-take a look at this amazing National Historic Landmark while you’re there and help support the work of this beautiful light in our community.
May Community Prayer Group
Join us for our May Community Prayer Group- such a wonderful time to spend together in prayers, song and conversation-not to mention some delicious treats! Our topic this month will be ‘Ordinary Miracles” -looking for all of the beauty in our lives. Come join us-Everyone is more than welcome!
Suffolk County Champion of Diversity
Rev. Nancy Remkus will be awarded the Suffolk County District 2 ‘Champion of Diversity Award’ for 2026. This will be presented during our 10 AM service by Ann Welker- Suffolk County Legislature . A reception will following our Social Hall-Everyone is invited to attend! Please join in the celebration!
Community Prayer Group
Please join us for our April Community Prayer Group Meeting -in Old Whalers’ Chapel at 9:30 AM Wednesday, April 15th-Fellowship begins at 9:30- Meeting at 10:00-fun, inspirational, Everyone Welcome! Join Us!
Easter Egg Hunt
Following out Easter Service we invite the children to participate in our annual Easter Egg Hunt out on our front lawn. Everyone welcome-come join in the fun!
Easter Sunday Service
Please join us for a wonderful Easter Service-Beautiful music and message-Children’s Message-Everyone welcome! Followed by a fun Easter Egg Hunt on the front lawn!
Holy Week Services
Come celebrate Holy Week at Old Whalers’ Church - 44 Union Street, Sag Harbor. Family friendly-Everyone welcome-please join us!
Good Friday Service
Join us for a reverent Good Friday Service- beautiful music-everyone welcome.
Palm Sunday Service
Please join us for a beautiful Palm Sunday Service-Family Friendly - Every Welcome! Kids palm procession. Beautiful music.
Super Cereal Bowl
Cereal Bowl Sunday at Old Whalers’ Church – Sunday, February 8 | 10:00 AM
On Sunday, February 8, everyone worshiping with us at the 10:00 AM service at Old Whalers’ Church is invited to take part in a little fun—and a lot of generosity.
Bring along a box of cereal and place it in one of two containers, each representing a team in the Super Bowl. Our Sunday School children will do the counting after worship to see which team wins our official Old Whalers’ game-day prediction!
No matter the outcome, everyone wins—especially the children and our community food pantry, which will receive all donated cereal.
Following worship, please stay for a festive coffee hour, featuring a cereal buffet for all to enjoy—a fun, kid-friendly way to continue the celebration and community spirit.
Come for worship, bring a box of cereal, cheer on a team, and help nourish both joy and neighbors in need—right here in the heart of Sag Harbor.
HarborFrost Soup Supper
Old Whalers’ Church Hosts Community Soup Supper During HarborFrost Weekend
Sag Harbor, NY — In celebration of winter, community, and good food, Old Whalers’ Church invites the public to its annual Soup Supper, held in coordination with HarborFrost, on Saturday, February 7, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM.
Taking place in the church’s warm and welcoming Social Hall, the evening will feature homemade soups, fresh bread, and the cozy spirit that defines winter in Sag Harbor. Guests may enjoy a hearty serving of soup and bread for $10, or choose the $20 option, which includes a commemorative Soup Supper mug and additional servings of soup.
The evening promises more than just good food. Organizers hope to feature live music, adding to the festive HarborFrost atmosphere—and, weather permitting, guests may even be able to watch the HarborFrost fireworks from the church’s front steps.
The Soup Supper is a benefit event, but first and foremost it is a night of warmth, laughter, and togetherness—open to neighbors, friends, families, and visitors of all ages.
“Winter can be long, but it’s better when we gather,” said organizers. “This is about simple food, shared tables, music, and celebrating the heart of our community.”
All are welcome. Come in from the cold, enjoy a bowl of soup, and be part of a joyful HarborFrost evening at Old Whalers’ Church.
Family Football Movie Night
Family Football Movie Night at Old Whalers’ Church Kicks Off Big Game Weekend
Sag Harbor, NY — Families, friends, and football fans of all ages are invited to Family Football Movie Night at Old Whalers’ Church on Friday, February 6, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM.
This free, community-wide event is designed to kick off Big Game weekend with laughter, music, and togetherness. Guests are encouraged to wear their favorite sports jerseys, grab a slice of pizza, enjoy snacks, and settle in for a showing of the beloved football comedy Little Giants.
The fun doesn’t stop when the whistle blows—there will be halftime singing and dancing, getting everyone moving and cheering together as we warm up for Sunday’s big game.
“This is about fun, community, and giving families a place to gather on a winter evening,” organizers shared. “You don’t have to love football—you just have to love being together.”
Family Football Movie Night is open to everyone—neighbors, friends, kids, grandparents, and visitors alike. Come as you are, bring your team spirit, and enjoy an easy, joyful night out in the heart of Sag Harbor.