This colorful advent calendar reminds us to practice grace in our lives, providing ideas every day from Nov. 15 to Jan. 6 – and they’re free for the taking! Pick up one or more at the Welcome Table in Chapel Hall. It’s a lovely gift and great way to share your faith! Questions? Ask Claudia.

Saturday, Dec. 17, 10:30 am

Each year, Central’s first through sixth graders reenact the Christmas story as only children can. They’ll tell of Mary and Joseph’s travel to Bethlehem and Jesus’ humble birth in the manger – celebrated by choirs of angels, shepherds, and mysterious Wise Ones bearing precious gifts. Invite your extended family and friends to Worship for this year’s performance on Dec. 18!

Sunday, Dec. 11, 11:30 am

We are celebrating Grandfriends Day with an intergenerational event. We will decorate Christmas cookies and make all sorts of crafts. Think “stained-glass” stars, votive candleholders, and ornaments. All activities that children and adults can do together. Please invite friends, neighbors, and family members to join us for an event designed to bring comfort and joy to all generations. Join us in Chapel Hall.

Monday, Nov 28, 5 pm

Central’s Children’s Choir is back! It’s open to children in grades three through eight. No experience is required; only a desire to sing and enjoy music. We encourage choristers to bring a friend since it’s more fun to sing with pals. Children need not be church members; we welcome singers from all faith communities. If you have questions, contact organist/choirmaster Patrick Aiken.

Available throughout Advent

Once again, we have Advent Packets to help families celebrate the holidays. They include readings and prayers for each week of Advent, prayers for blessing the Christmas tree and crèche, craft ideas, suggestions for acts of kindness, and interesting facts about Jesus’ birth as well as our celebration of His birth. Pick up your packet in the Church School wing on Sundays or in the church office during the week.

Sunday, Nov. 27, 12 noon

Join Central friends old and new to celebrate the end of a joyous Thanksgiving weekend. RSVP to Claudia. You can check out Gregg’s extensive, family-friendly menu at www.greggsusa.com/Menu/Daily-Specials, and don’t forget to leave room for their world-famous cake (like Death by Chocolate)! We’ll meet at Gregg’s: 1303 North Main St., Providence.