Sewing Circle 

Saturday, Oct. 4, 10 am

Central’s sewing circle repairs, upcycles, and repurposes items – for themselves and charity. They’ll have mending projects, sewing machines, an ironing board, and other supplies – or you can bring your own. All skill levels are welcome. An experienced seamstress will be on hand to help. Contact Amy Hebb. Join us in Chapel Hall.

 

World Communion Sunday

Sunday, Oct. 5, 10:30 am

On the first Sunday in October, Christians around the globe celebrate World Communion Sunday. On this day, we remember that Jesus Christ is Head of the Church and that all denominations that promote Christian unity are one – and we draw faith and inspiration from seeing we are part of a community of billions of believers. Join us as we share in the sacrament with Christians the world over!

Blessing of the Animals

Sunday, Oct. 5, 2 pm

This Sunday, we will celebrate the Feast of Saint Francis with a blessing of the animals. This special observance honors the vital roles companion animals have in our lives. The love we give to and receive from our pets is a valuable reminder of God’s love for us all. Interested pets, great and small, on leashes, in carriers, or in photographs – and their human companions – are invited to join our senior minister Patrick Faulhaber on the West Lawn.

 

Amos House Breakfast Volunteers

Wednesday, Oct. 8, 6:30 am

Please consider becoming an Amos House Breakfast Volunteer! Amos House provides 400 meals every morning. And on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8 am, Central members meet in the Amos House kitchen to help assemble pre-packaged breakfasts. If you can volunteer every week, that’s great. But if you can only come occasionally, we welcome – and need – every extra set of hands. Questions? Contact Tracy Baran (tmoorf@gmail.com).

Young Adult Gathering

Thursday, Sep. 25, 6 pm

Young adults ages 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 in the Fireplace Room on the fourth Thursday of each month. Questions? Contact Cristina Ferri.

Fourth Thursday Book Group

Thursday, Sep. 25, 12:30 pm

This month’s discussion focuses on “Stuck: How the Privileged and the Propertied Broke the Engine of American Opportunity,” by Yoni Appelbaum. “Stuck” tells the story of people and ideas that have caused economic and social stagnation in the United States and lays out ways to get Americans moving again. Email Ann Scott for a Zoom invitation.