Sunday, Sep. 14, 11:30 am

Learn everything you need to know about Block Party Central in Chapel Hall after Worship. And if you haven’t already, please sign up to volunteer. The event – which will be Saturday, Sep. 20, from 12 noon to 3 pm – will be a fun-filled back-to-school welcome for the whole community. So save the date, spread the word, and start inviting friends now!

Sunday, Sep. 7, 9 am

Central is getting a head start in planning Christmas at Central, our Annual Holiday Bazaar. The planning committee first met in July and will meet again this week in the Fireplace Room. All are welcome to attend and become active participants in this beloved fundraiser – which is not only great for holiday shopping, but also draws the community to Central and contributes to the financial support of the church.

Sunday, Sep. 7, 10:30 am

Gathering Sunday is here! It is the day we gather together at the end of a beautiful summer to rejoin our little piece of Christ’s body that resides here in Providence. The Central Congregational Church Choir will sing, we will celebrate the Sacrament of Baptism and distribute Bibles to children in grades three through seven, and senior minister Patrick Faulhaber will preach a sermon entitled “Creation by the Word” (Genesis 1:1-2:4a).

Central is adding 48 niches to Central’s underground columbarium so it may continue to be available for the interment of ashes. Excavation will be completed this month, and landscaping will begin in September. This contemplative space will retain a green and tranquil quality – welcoming those who intentionally seek it out, as well as those passing through who may linger for a moment in meditation or prayer.

Sunday, Aug 31, 10 am

With Central choirs on hiatus, Choirmaster Patrick Aiken is introducing a “Summer Choir.” Singers of all ages will gather in the chancel every Sunday morning for warmup exercises and a brief rehearsal of the service’s hymns and the occasional introit. Patrick encourages “regulars” and newcomers alike to try out their singing voices and help lead music during Worship!

Wednesday, August 20, 3:30 pm

Do you have news for the September newsletter? We welcome your input – whether for a feature story or news brief. Provide basic information in bullet form – who, what, where, when, and why – or write it yourself. We can use photos too. Email submissions to Antonia Greco (antonia@centralchurch.us) and Nick Collins (nicholas@centralchurch.us).