Meditation on Psalm 139 and John 14, selected verses In memory of Margaret Murray Cowie January 22, 1921 – January 17, 2026 Rev. Dr. Karen Crawford First Presbyterian Church of Smithtown Jan. 20, 2026 Margaret Murray was born on Jan. 22, 1921! Many people, upon meeting her, were surprised to learn her age. I guessContinue reading “You Are There”
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“I will not leave you orphaned”
Meditation on John 14:18-27 First Presbyterian Church of Smithtown Reverend Dr. Karen Crawford In Memory of Palma Courtney March 22, 1931 – May 31, 2025 Palma DiMilia Courtney was born on the second day of spring in 1931 in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. Her parents were Josephine and Angelo, immigrants from southern Italy. These were the daysContinue reading ““I will not leave you orphaned””
“Tabitha, get up!”
Meditation on Acts 9:36-42 Rev. Dr. Karen Crawford First Presbyterian Church of Smithtown Mother’s Day May 11, 2025 I received the best Mother’s Day present this week! My husband bought me a pitchfork. To be clear, it wasn’t specifically a Mother’s Day present. But I am really excited about it. I’ve always wantedContinue reading ““Tabitha, get up!””
Sharing God's Love and Grace 