Sunday, June 2, 12:15 pm Luncheon will follow the Annual Meeting at approximately 12:15 pm in Chapel Hall. We’ll be serving your choice of rotisserie chicken salad, tuna salad, or egg salad; fresh greens, pasta salad, rolls. and assorted beverages – with our famous strawberry shortcake for dessert. Tickets are $15 per person. The deadline for reservations is May 28, but if you’re a little late and would still like to attend, call the Church Office at 401-331-1960. The post All-Church Luncheon first appeared on Central Congregational Church ..read more

Sunday, June 9, 11:30 am The annual Church Picnic is always a wonderful celebration of almost-summer. This year, Central children and youth will offer a musical / dramatic presentation during Worship. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy the fresh air and warm weather as a community of faith. Please bring some picnic sides or sweets to share. The Religious Education Committee will provide hotdogs, hamburgers, vegetarian burgers, and beverages! If you can volunteer to help, please contact the Church Office. The post Annual Church Picnic first appeared on Central Congregational Church ..read more

Central is seeking a Director of Religious Education – who will create and direct children’s ministries, while fostering healthy child-development habits and ensuring age-appropriate, fully inclusive faith development for all families in the Central community. Programs include nursery, church school, CCC Youth, confirmation, and summer mission trip. If you would like more information or know someone who might be interested, please contact the Church Office. The post Director of Religious Ed first appeared on Central Congregational Church ..read more

Central is a longtime supporter of Rhode Island PrideFest, scheduled for Saturday, June 15, at Providence Innovation District Park (120 Peck Street, on both sides of the pedestrian bridge). We need volunteers to staff our booth! There are three shifts: 10 am to 12 noon (set up), 12 noon to 2 pm, and 2 to 4 pm (clean up). We also need volunteers to march in the parade, which kicks off at 8 pm. For more information or to volunteer, please contact the Church Office. The post PrideFest Volunteers Needed first appeared on Central Congregational Church ..read more

Sunday, May 19, 12 noon Table Fellowship offers opportunities to gather after Sunday Worship – at some of Rhode Island’s delightful restaurants and locales – for camaraderie, conversation, fun, and food! This week, join Central friends old and new at Gregg’s, a Rhode Island tradition for more than 50 years. Check out the extensive – and delicious – family-friendly menu (www.greggsusa.com/Menu/Daily-Specials) and RSVP to Claudia.  We’ll meet at the restaurant (1303 North Main Street, Providence). The post Lunch At Gregg’s first appeared on Central Congregational Church ..read more

Sunday, May 19, 10:30 am On Pentecost, we celebrate the wonder and mystery of God, the teachings of Jesus Christ, and the powerful gifts and movements of the Holy Spirit. Please wear red in celebration of the tongues of fire – and to remind us of God’s never-failing love for us and the love we are called to show to all people. Then, after Worship, join us on the West Lawn for the releasing of the doves! The post Pentecost Sunday first appeared on Central Congregational Church ..read more

Saturday, May 18, 8 to 11 am It’s time again for Scout Troop 28’s one and only annual fundraiser. It’s the popular and delectable “World’s Greatest Pancake Breakfast.”  Join us in Chapel Hall and bring your appetite. Scouting roots grow deep at Central.  We are the sponsoring organization for Cub Scout Pack 88 and Scouts BSA Troop 28, which offer young people adventure, camaraderie, and mentorship in character. The post Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser first appeared on Central Congregational Church ..read more

Sunday, May 19 Please join Central’s church school children in a collection for the Egg-a-Day Childhood Nutrition Program in Haiti. This program has provided high-quality protein to more than 2,500 Haitian children, while teaching them how to raise their own chickens. Pick up a plastic egg in the coatroom vestibule and return it by May 19 with your donation inside. $60 provides one child with one egg every day for a year! The post Egg-A-Day Fundraiser first appeared on Central Congregational Church ..read more

Thursday, May 9 This year, take a few moments to contemplate Ascension Day, which is traditionally observed 40 days after Easter Sunday. Scripture tells us that Jesus spent these 40 days post-resurrection with his apostles, preparing them for his departure. On this fortieth day after Easter, Jesus blessed his disciples for the work ahead and ascended into heaven. We carry the legacy of that blessing today. How might you bear Christ in the world today? The post Ascension Day first appeared on Central Congregational Church ..read more

Central News May 2024   |   Vol. 32, No. 10 Download the PDF version of the May Newsletter A Good Word From Patrick Hey folks, I missed my first worship service at Central on April 21 so I could participate in an endurance race set in the beautiful Masennutten range of mountains on the north end of the Shenandoah Valley in Virginia. In 22.5 hours, some friends and I traveled 60 miles, navigating between 30 checkpoints hidden deep in the woods – atop stunning ridge lines and along the river’s edge. In order to navigate between checkpoints, we waded through mountain laurel an ..read more