Sunday, Sep. 19, 11:45 am

At Central, confirmation is the beginning of adult Christian life.  This week, the 2021/22 Confirmation Class begins its year-long journey of spiritual discovery.  The class is participatory, helping young people investigate their Christian faith, make personal decisions about their religious lives, and experience what it is to be a vital player in a Christian community. They will interact with their fellow confirmands as each shares his or her unique experiences and beliefs. And, they will learn to hear the “still-speaking voice of God” as they help each other tackle difficult theological questions in class and in life.

Our reimagined Chapel Hall is finally becoming a reality! Asbestos abatement is underway and requires Chapel Hall to be totally sealed off for at least two weeks. Construction of the floor will take another two weeks. The church office will relocate to the Deacons Room during this time, and the Diman Place entrance is closed. All other Central entrances are usable. The sanctuary, Fireplace Room, Christian education wing, and other key spaces including the two restrooms just off the Fireplace Room (as you head towards the Gallery) are accessible. Signs have been posted to guide you.

Now that construction is underway, the Capital Campaign to Reimagine Chapel Hall has become one of Central’s top priorities. We’re fortunate. Early contributions have provided more than half our campaign goal of $1.25 million.  We’ve even been able to make the first of our “good works” donations to mission partners on the front lines of COVID-19 pandemic relief: Amos House, Crossroads Rhode Island, and the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. Please join this vital investment in Central’s future. Details are right here on the website, along with “Central Window,” the Chapel Hall newsletter.

Sunday, Sep. 12, 9 am

The Central Congregational Church Adult Choir will once again make a joyful noise during worship, beginning Gathering Sunday. If you love to sing, you’re welcome to join us.  There’s no better place to challenge yourself musically and become part of a vibrant community of music lovers. We just have a few new guidelines this year – for everyone’s health and safety. Choir members must be fully vaccinated and show proof of vaccination. They will wear special singers’ “resonance masks” while rehearsing and performing. Rehearsals will be on Sunday mornings at 9 am in the sanctuary.