CCKC is expanding hours to enable working folks to enjoy the fun and fellowship while working on projects like knitting, crocheting, needlepointing, painting, and mending. In addition to our regular group meeting at 10:30 am on the second Thursday of each month we’re introducing a second opportunity at 7:00 pm. We hope you will mark your calendar and join us. Bring a friend! Questions? Contact the Parish Office or Martha High.
ADULTS
Sunday Forum
Join us on Sunday mornings at 9:15 am for Sunday Forums, enriching presentations and discussion exploring our community and faith. You can also select and watch our recorded Sunday Forums.
SEPTEMBER 14
Legends, Lies & Loot: The Story of Relics and the Church
Come hear the tales of ancient relics, pieces of the “true cross,” locks of martyrs’ hair, or their personal devotional items. All of these drove pilgrimage and its accompanying profit to churches and cathedrals over the centuries. But how much of these stories are rooted in fact and how much is simply legend, and does it matter?
SEPTEMBER 21
Gen Z - Opening the Door to The Next America
Generation Z is the most historic generation this country has seen in over 400 years. Why? Because it’s the last generation where white people (non-Hispanic) will be the majority of the U.S. population. We are now at an historic moment in our demographic history. No country has ever undergone the historic demographic change the USA will undergo in the next 20 years. How did we get here?
OCTOBER 12
DR Team
Our mission team from this summer’s trip to the Dominican Republic will share stories from their time with the people of San Gabriel in Consuelo. This year we took our biggest team ever to lead vacation bible school and do work on the buildings and grounds. Hear more about the thriving relationship between our two congregations.
OCTOBER 19, NOVEMBER 2, 9, 16, AND DECEMBER 7
Wisdom of the Mystics
Throughout Christian history, individuals have had experiences and revelations of Christ that transformed them and unlocked deep insight into the nature of God. Join the Rev. Andrew Moore as we explore the lives and writing of some of these saints, including John of the Cross, Teresa of Avila, Julian of Norwich, and more. How can their wisdom change how we relate to God and live our daily lives today?
Caring Close Knit Crafters (CCKC)
Thursday, December 11 at 10:30 am AND 7:00 pm in Smoot Conference Room
DAYTRIPPERS EXCURSION
The People's House: A White House Experience
Wednesday, December 17
In celebration of the Christmas Holiday, 14 Day Trippers will visit The People's House, located catty-corner from the Old Executive Office building in Washington D.C. The Experience has displays of White House history. Through these innovative exhibits, objects, and interactive media, visitors can gain a deeper understanding of the White House's role in American history.
Operated by the White House Historical Association, a private, nonprofit organization founded in 1961 by First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy with a mission to protect, preserve, and provide public access to the rich history of America’s Executive Mansion. An average of 60–90 minutes are needed to view the exhibits. Take a seat behind the Resolute Desk in this full-scale replica of the Oval Office, furnished with reproductions of the art, objects, and furniture that adorn the president’s office.
Lunch following can be reserved at the nearby Old Ebbitt Grill if group is interested. By sending to Tim Barwick the $15 fee you will reserve your place; include white house on the memo line. For questions, please email thepeopleshouse@whha.org.
Fourth Sunday Study
Sunday, January 25 from 9:10 to 10:00 am; In Person in Smoot Conference Room AND on Zoom
PLEASE NOTE: Fourth Sunday Study is on hiatus until January. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, January 25 when "Fourth Sunday Study: Women in the Bible" resumes.
Join us for this formation offering on the fourth Sunday of the month. Led by parishioners and using resources from the Yale Bible Study series, Women in the Bible will “shed new light on familiar characters like Mary Magdalene, Sarah, and others who are less well known to many Bible readers.” There is no required preparation, and you are welcome to attend any or all of the discussions. If you would like to join on Zoom, please watch your Wednesday email, or contact the Parish Office.
