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Dedication Sunday

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Sunday, March 22, 10:30 am

On this fifth Sunday of Lent, Central’s congregation will deliver its 2026/27 pledges. Pledges are the financial foundation of our church, our single most important source of funding. Your pledge enables us to create a viable budget – which determines what we can accomplish as a church. We hope you will express your support by pledging. So our worship, mission, and ministries may continue to flourish. Then following Worship, we’ll gather in Chapel Hall for a celebratory luncheon!

An Interfaith Gathering

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Monday, Mar. 9, 7 pm

During Lent, seven Providence congregations – including Central Congregational Church – are sponsoring Off of Hope: A Gathering of Interfaith Partners, a special event designed to build community with care and compassion. Courtney Nicolato, president and chief executive officer of United Way of Rhode Island, will be the guest speaker. Please join us at St. Martin’s Episcopal Church (50 Orchard Avenue, Providence).

Community Care Conversation 

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Monday, Mar. 2, 6 pm

Central’s second Community Care Conversation – “Unpacking Christian Nationalism” – is an ideal follow-up to the 2026 Darrell West Lecture. Kristin DeKuiper, attorney and founder of Central’s Toward Better Christian Politics group; Bill Kole, author of “In Guns We Trust”; and Central senior minister Patrick Faulhaber will spearhead the conversation. RSVP to the Church Office (401.331.1960 / info@centralchurch.us) so we have adequate food and seating – and join us in Chapel Hall.

CCC Youth: Curling

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Sunday, Mar. 8, 12:45 pm

The sport of curling – a blend of shuffleboard and bowling … on ice – has exploded in popularity, and we’ve reserved two lanes downtown! It’s fun, social, and accessible to all, so bring your friends. We’ll meet in front of Track 15 (1 Union Station, Providence) and afterwards enjoy a meal together at the new food hall. Check out the menus at track15ri.com. Please RSVP to Cristina.

Makers’ Day

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Sunday, Mar 1, 2 pm

The children of Central are asking the entire congregation to join them for Makers’ Day, which launches their new charitable endeavor.  We’ll be making bookmarks and friendship bracelets in Chapel Hall – and sweet treats in the church kitchen.  All supplies will be provided. We just need the “human resources.”  Ultimately, the kids will sell all of these handmade goodies to benefit a charity of their choosing. Please come and lend a hand!

Ash Wednesday

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Wednesday, Feb. 18, 7 pm

Central’s Ash Wednesday worship service is a time for quiet contemplation. On this the first day of Lent, we share in communion, and those who wish receive ashes – an ancient custom that not only marks the beginning of Lent, but also represents a time of repentance and reflection. Please join us in the Sanctuary.

Prayer and Quiet Reflection

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Wednesday, Feb. 11, 7 pm 

Central will host prayer gatherings through the beginning of Lent. We’ll offer some simple teaching on prayer, spend time in quiet prayer together, and then share to share our praises and concerns. If you’ve ever wondered what exactly you’re “supposed to do” when you pray, please come. No experience with group prayer is necessary – just a desire to be present with God and one another. Join us in Wilson Chapel.

CCC Youth Lunch Out

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Sunday, Feb. 15, 12 noon

All Central middle and high schoolers are invited to get together for food, fun, and fellowship at East Side Pockets (278 Thayer Street, Providence).  Check out the menu (www.eastsidepocket.com) to see the diverse Middle Eastern fare – including the best falafel around! Please meet up with Cristina on the Chapel Hall stage during Coffee Hour before walking over to the restaurant.

 

Seeking a Church Home?

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Sunday, Feb. 1, 11:30 am

If you’re looking for a church, we’d love to talk with you about it at our Inquirers’ Meeting. This is an informal gathering in the Fireplace Room. No commitment required. Just a chance to talk with our senior minister, Patrick Faulhaber, and others like you who think Central may be the right church home. To attend, fill out a pew card during Sunday Worship – or contact the Church Office (401-331-1960) and Patrick will get in touch.

Children’s Church Pick-up

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Sundays, 11:45 am

The only downside of Central’s Education Wing is that it is physically removed from the rest of the church. This has caused issues when Worship has run late. The Religious Education Committee has decided to extend Children’s Church to 11:45 am. Volunteers will be able to finish each week’s lesson, and parents won’t have to rush to pick up their kids. Questions? Contact Cristina.