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.

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).

Sunday, Aug. 17, 12 noon

Join Central friends after Worship for an authentic Syrian repast. Check out the café menu (www.alepposweets.com/cafe-menu). And, don’t forget to save room for the baklava! Please RSVP to Claudia. We’ll meet at Aleppo Sweets (107 Ives Street, Providence).

Wednesday, Aug 13, 6 pm

Mark your calendar:  Join us in Chapel Hall for Summer MIDWEEK, a special monthly program for kids, teens, and adults alike. We will share a meal at 6 pm as usual and then turn our attention to a story of our faith from the Bible. We’ll end the evening on the West Lawn, making s’mores around the firepit. If you like, bring a chair or blanket for comfier lawn seating.

Sunday, Aug. 17, 2 pm

Families with children of all ages are invited to play and create at the Providence Children’s Museum. Explore the swirling ways of water, learn about plants, take a time-traveling adventure, and even create a blue-block world that goes beyond the imagination. Admission is $17 each – but only $14 for groups of five. So invite some friends, RSVP to Cristina, and let’s have some fun together! We’ll meet at the museum (100 South Street, Providence).