“Being a part of the church community has always been important to me. In small groups, we really get to know each other beyond the ‘Good morning, how are you?’”
— Linda
Ways to Find and Build Community
Come to coffee hour after worship
Explore or join a small group with people who share your interests
Attend annual events
Volunteer with us
Take advantage of a learning opportunity
If you enjoy music, consider joining one of our choirs or playing an instrument
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Parent Toddler Playgroup
Parents, caregivers, and children aged 18mo- four years are invited to this free playgroup. The group meets Thursday mornings from 9-10 and includes short activities, songs, stories, and large motor play in the gym or outdoors. Please note caregivers are required to stay for the duration of the class. Coffee and Tea provided.
Connect
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Hiking Group
Hikers of all abilities are invited to our monthly hikes. Many are 4 miles or shorter and fairly flat, but distance and difficulty may vary. Hikes typically take place on Sunday after worship with carpooling from the church.
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Prayer Shawl Group
Knitters and crocheters meet monthly to make shawls that “warm others from the inside out.” Come join us to connect, create, and pray. Prayer shawls are for anyone — for comfort or to celebrate a milestone.
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Women's Book Group
All women are welcome at our weekly discussion group. We read non-fiction books, mostly spiritual in nature. Passages from each book are read out loud, with frequent pauses for reflection and discussion.
We welcome all cis and trans women and non-binary people.
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Men's Fellowship
All men are invited to informal weekly gatherings, where stories, experiences, triumphs, and tragedies are shared in a caring community. And sometimes we talk sports and cars, of course. Bring your favorite beverage.
We welcome all cis and trans men and non-binary people.
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Compassion Circle
All are invited to our monthly gatherings with a skilled facilitator. Story sharing helps us build deeper personal connections and enhance the vital skills of listening, empathy, and compassion.
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Memory Support Group
All who have questions or concerns about memory-related issues — or who simply want to find out more — are encouraged to join our twice-monthly discussion group.
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Grief Support Group
Whether you are grieving a recent loss or one from years ago, join with others to talk and gain support. All are welcome at our monthly gathering.
Annual Events
Watch for announcements in the weekly note, bulletin, and monthly newsletter.
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This intergenerational tea party for Seniors is hosted by our children, youth, and their families. It includes goodies, getting-to-know-you activities, and the ever-popular show and tell.
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Children and youth act out the Christmas Story with costumes, singing, and lots of joy.
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All are invited to help decorate the Christmas tree in the Sanctuary. Cookie frosting and decorating adds to the fun, especially for children, youth, and families.
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Kids ages 5-11 are invited to join us for this summer day camp, complete with Bible stories, crafts, games, and singing. Middle school and high school youth along with adults serve as group and station leaders.
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Dinner groups are a great way to get to know others. Individuals, couples, and families who sign up are organized into groups of about eight people. Groups typically gather monthly, rotating to each other’s homes for a potluck-style dinner; some may choose to meet at a restaurant. Sign-ups occur in the fall and rotating dinners are usually wrapped up by spring.
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During Lent, a simple soup and bread supper is served at 6:00 PM, offering an opportunity to connect with each other before the midweek worship service.
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This fun-filled summer event features burgers, brats, and hotdogs, supplied by the church, with potluck sides, salads, and desserts.
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At this popular event, 35 to 55 women gather at an off-site retreat center, away from regular stresses and routines. Retreat topics provide an opportunity for spiritual renewal and personal reflection as well as lots of social time, arts and crafts, hikes, reading, and napping!
We welcome all cis and trans women and non-binary people.
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This annual get-away typically takes place at an off-site retreat center, away from regular stresses and routines. Retreat topics provide an opportunity for spiritual renewal and personal reflection as well as social time and activities.
We welcome all cis and trans men and non-binary people.
