Thursday Newsletters

Dear Church Family,

The Advent season is here! The first candle, “with the hope of love burning bright,” was lit at Sunday’s worship service. As Pastor Ellen reminded us, we are preparing for a season that celebrates the God who “breaks through” all barriers. Come gather ‘round our Advent events.

This Saturday: Advent Preparation & Retreat Day— Join us on 12/6 for one or both events!
From 9:30 to 11:30 am we’ll gather to decorate the church. Please help us

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Dear Church Family,

Welcome new members: Karly Kiefer, Cindy Stewart and jann Yankauskas,
Bob Everson and Chris Broomfield, John Hammill and Emily Parker Hammill (with their young daughter, Magdalena).

Benefit Concert: A full house standing ovation erupted in our Sanctuary last Saturday evening at the conclusion of our Concert to Benefit the homeless veterans programs of Friendship Place. Pastor Ellen welcomed everyone. Jean-Michel Giraud, Executive Director, reminded us of the wonderful work Friendship Place does. Two veterans shared their experiences

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Dear Church Family,

Our “Common Ground” Young Adult group led last Sunday’s worship service with inspirational energy. “TED Talk” reflections by Karly Kiefer and Trevor Bakker gripped us all. Full texts are on our website, www.cpcchurch.org, or you can click “latest sermon” below.

Jennifer Singleterry, Ashley Holst, Laura Selvey and Teddy Corrales led other parts of the morning service, with Hannah Spangler and Rose Abousaid greeting as we entered the building (and then leading Sunday School during worship!). Wesley Meacombs

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Dear Church Family,

Interviews for a new Church Administrator begin this week. I want to add my thanks to everyone who has stepped in to keep our church office running smoothly. Katherine Stevens continues to put together the worship bulletins. The Finance Team met this past Sunday for an update. John Tichy continues work on our financial files. And we are blessed with Pastor Ellen’s leadership and devoted ministry, most specially during these transitions in the life of our

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Dear Church Family,

Our fall activities are in full swing!
What’s going on in Adult Programs? The answer: lots! First, check out Upcoming Events below for the 10/3 (Friday) Dinner and a Movie Evening and 10/4 (Saturday) Spiritual Practice Group. And there’s more:
Bible Study: The Bible Study will resume this Sunday, 9/28, with a focus on Ecclesiastes, a book of unconventional, challenging wisdom. Newcomers, old friends, and visitors alike are warmly welcome to join us on Sundays at 9:30

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