Sunday, Nov. 9, Noon

Do you know a CCC Youth alum who could use a mid-autumn pick-me-up or a little treat as they face their first-semester college exams? Please bring your leftover Halloween candy and any other non-perishable goodies you think they will appreciate to church on Nov. 9. Then join CCC Youth in the Gallery after Worship, where we will pack up some love for these old friends. Questions? Contact Cristina (cristina@centralchurch.us).

Sunday, Nov. 2, 10:30 am

Please join our Thanksgiving Food Drive for Your Neighborhood Food Pantry (www.ynfp.org). They need stuffing mix, canned gravy, cranberry sauce, canned vegetables, cake mixes, brownie mixes, canned yams, macaroni, and turkeys (frozen, please). Turkeys must be placed in the refrigerator. Everything else can be delivered to the baskets at the front of the sanctuary during Sunday Worship. Nov. 20 is the last day for donations. Thank you!

Sunday, Oct. 26, 4 pm 

Central Congregational Church Choir invites you to an evening of music and fine dining. The Choir will perform “Gloria,” by Francis Poulenc (1899 to 1963). This joyful work features a solo by soprano Diana McVey and guest conductor Andrew Welch of Brown University. Afterwards, enjoy a wine-and-cheese reception in Chapel Hall, featuring Poulenc’s self-described favorites, along with child-friendly home-baked delights.

October 24, 4 pm

Central women will embark on a weekend of relaxation and renewal at the Episcopal Conference Center (872 Reservoir Road) in nearby Pascoag. – 30 minutes northwest of Providence and just a few minutes from the village of Chepachet. Imagine! No cooking, planning, appointments, or deadlines. Just 180 wooded acres of hiking trails bordering Echo Lake – and nourishment for your body, mind, and soul. Contact Claudia with any questions.

Thursday, October 23, 6 pm

Young adults age 18 and up are invited to join a relaxed, open conversation about life and faith. Life is too big to walk alone – let’s journey together! We’ll connect, share stories, and build community along the way. Bring your questions, bring a friend … everyone’s welcome! The group meets on the fourth Thursday of each month in the Fireplace Room. Questions? Contact Cristina.

Sunday, Oct. 12, noon

After coffee hour, Centralites will head over to Four Town Farm (90 George Street, Seekonk, Mass.) for some good old-fashioned pumpkin patch pickin’ and other Halloween fun. We did this last year and had a blast! This working farm and farm stand – five generations strong – is a joy for all ages. Definitely invite your friends and family to this fabulous fall outing.