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All of the women of Central are invited to gather in solidarity to pray and check in during our engaging, interactive, spiritually rich online retreat. Join us as we connect, grow deeper in our faith, and develop strong, lasting friendships that extend beyond any limitation. Contact Claudia for a Zoom invitation.
Following the Lenten Meditation, Central will host volunteers from Food Recovery for Rhode Island as part of our Lenten Mission Speakers series. This new URI program seeks not only to “rescue” wasted food and repurpose it for feeding people and animals, creating energy, and generating compost; but also to bring people together to learn, engage in dialogue, and take action to strengthen our local food system – to benefit Rhode Islanders, the economy, and our planet. Join us in Wilson Chapel!
NEOS and WORD will spend the night – in boxes out on the West Lawn – to learn about the prevalence of homelessness, measures being taken to help those in this difficult situation, and what we can do to help prevent it. Saturday, Mar. 12, 6 pm, on the West Lawn.
I’m a relatively new member of Central Congregational Church. But in the five years I’ve been here, I’ve met many new friends, and they’ve given me things to do. So now I greet you as a member of the Stewardship Committee.
I’ve been asked to speak to you about why I pledge, and I will get to that in a minute. But first I want to talk about stewardship. Stewardship is the act of caring for an institution or organization in order to ensure its present welfare and future existence. … [Read More]
Judy is at Central every Tuesday, morning and afternoon. Central teens – and their friends – are welcome to drop by … to say hi, talk sports, “speak geek,” study, share whatever is on their minds, or just hang out. But if you need to talk at another time, just call or text Judy.
It will be wonderful to gather again for Central’s annual Community Dinners! We’ll meet in Chapel Hall for appetizers and then head to members’ homes for dinner. It’s potluck. Your host provides the main dish, and others bring sides, desserts, and drinks. Great food … great people … great fun … and a wonderful time to think about what your pledge provides to Central, our community, and the world. Children are welcome. To attend or host, RSVP to Jeff Baran (jeff@wakefieldliquors.com) and let him know if you have any food or pet allergies.
This summer, CCC Youth will travel to Appalachia, where they will put their faith into action. Our consultant for the trip is Praying Pelican Missions. You can check out their website at prayingpelicanmissions.org. We encourage all Central teens to sign up – including those who will enter high school in the fall, as well as 2022 high school graduates. Mission trips are rewarding, life-changing experiences, filled with adventure, fun, work, and fellowship. Please clear your teens’ schedules now so they will be free to come!
People who are considering membership in Central Congregational Church will meet once again with our senior minister Rebecca Spencer – in the Fireplace Room – to share stories of faith and discuss what they want and need in a church. If you have questions, please contact the Church Office (401-331-1960 / cccangell@centralchurch.us) – and Rebecca will get in touch.
The Board of Deacons has come up with an excellent – and easy – way to celebrate our wonderful and welcoming church and invite others to join us: oval car signs. There are two designs bearing Central’s website address – “CCC” and “Kindness Matters” – available as magnets and stickers. Pick them up in Chapel Hall after Sunday Worship or in the Church Office during the week. We welcome donations to help cover costs. Thanks to George and Sandy Delany for shepherding the design process!
While Central members are in the Tentative Budget Approval Meeting, CCC children and youth will enjoy an interactive workshop with Shane Manzi – singer, songwriter, and guitarist. They will learn about the components of songs and other musical compositions and discover how easy and enjoyable creating music can be. Whether your kids have lots of music experience or none at all, this is a not-to-be-missed opportunity.
