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This month, Hamilton House presents guitarist Scott Hacker and The Domani Trio. Scott has performed with The Boston Classical Guitar Society Orchestra. Connecticut Guitar Ensemble, as well as other groups. The concert features Scott’s solo work, as well as ensemble performances with musicians Ian Maysmith and Paul Norton. Join us in the Fireplace Room.
We’re looking for volunteers to help clean up the landscaped areas surrounding Central so we’ll be all ready for the Annual Church Picnic on Sunday. We’ll be weeding the labyrinth and other garden beds, as well as doing some light pruning. We’ll meet in Chapel Hall. Please contact Warren Jagger with any questions.
Summer Worship begins next week. There are no major changes; services will just begin a half-hour earlier, leaving more time for you and your family to enjoy summer Sundays. Next week also will bring changes to our usual church school routine. We are introducing special summer programming that will enable Central children to engage with the Bible in new and different ways.
Central’s group for young adults in college through their early thirties – called Conversation, Contemplation, and Christ … aka C3 – meets virtually, so you can join from wherever you may be. We’ll talk about faith, the intersection of current events and our beliefs, living as a Christian, and whatever else is on your mind. Meetings last about an hour. Contact Judy for a Zoom invitation.
This is your last chance to see the “Recent Paintings” of Michele Mennucci. The Gallery committee will be hanging a new exhibit on June 7. Michele’s work – primarily oils and acrylics – features saturated colors with rich textures, as well as brilliant light and deep dark areas. A native Rhode Islander, Michele has spent summers in Dennisport since childhood, capturing some of her favorite Cape Cod locations on canvas.
Central’s 2023 confirmands will commemorate their yearlong journey of spiritual discovery with family and friends at a Celebration Dinner in Chapel Hal. They will present their faith stories– discussing what it means to be a person of faith in the 21st century both within and outside of the church – as well as their doubts, areas of confusion, and understanding of the Christian way of life.
Join Central friends old and new after Worship for good conversation and delicious food at Gregg’s, a Rhode Island tradition for 50 years. Check out the extensive, family-friendly menu (www.greggsusa.com/Menu/Daily-Specials) and RSVP to Claudia. We’ll meet at Gregg’s (1303 North Main Street, Providence).
Central and Hamilton House will co-host a concert and farewell reception for Central members Rick and Roxana Sasse, who are moving to the New Jersey shore. Entertainment will be courtesy of Rick’s Good Tymes Banjo Band, which performs Tin Pan Alley favorites from the twenties through the early fifties. Please bring your favorite dessert to share – and say good-bye in style. We’ll be in Chapel Hall.
On Apr. 23, Central met with search consultant, Mike Goldsworthy, an ordained minister who specializes in church staffing. Mike’s goal was to better understand Central: who we are and who we are becoming. He asked four questions: What’s right? What do we love about Central? What’s wrong? What needs to be fixed? What’s missing? What does Central need? What’s confusing? What needs clarity? If you have further feedback, email Mark McLaughlin, and he will forward the message.
In May, the Gallery will showcase “Recent Paintings” of Michele Mennucci. Her work – primarily oils and acrylics – features saturated colors with rich textures, as well as brilliant light and deep dark areas. A native Rhode Islander, Michele has spent summers in Dennisport since childhood, capturing some of her favorite Cape Cod locations on canvas. Come, meet the artist at the opening reception in the Gallery.
