4/2/2023 0 Comments Wordservice trimLenten Mission Supper: Following the Lenten Meditation, we come together for a simple supper and short presentation by one of our mission partners. It is a poignant way to learn about others’ lives and perspectives - and to share our own. Lenten Meditation: Every Wednesday, a member of Central’s congregation shares his or her faith journey. Sunday Worship: Every week, we try to open the doors of our hearts and understand our Lord more deeply. There’s no sermon, just a wonderful Christmas story and communion.Īsh Wednesday: On this first day of Lent, we share in communion, and those who wish receive ashes. Ours is an intimate celebration of the birth of Christ. (Third Sunday in December)įamily Worship Service: CCC Youth plan and conduct this wonderful Christmas Eve service tailored for families with children of all ages.Ĭhristmas Eve Service: This service, with music provided by the Central Congregational Church Choir, is peaceful and contemplative as candlelight grows and glows throughout the sanctuary.Ĭhristmas Worship Service: We are one of very few churches in Rhode Island to have a service on Christmas morning. A traditional Silver Tea follows the service. (Second Sunday in December)Ĭhristmas Cookie Swap: Bake up your favorite cookies and take home an entire platter of homemade treats!Ĭhurch School Christmas Pageant: Our first through sixth graders reenact the Christmas Story as only children can.Ĭarol Service and Silver Tea: This candlelight service tells the Christmas story in words and music - and features the Central Congregational Church Choir and Children’s Choir accompanied by organ, harp and cello. (Second Sunday in December)Ĭhristmas Caroling: Once the tree is trimmed, a band of Central carolers bring Christmas spirit to members and friends who are homebound. Tree Trimming at Central: Central’s is a truly homespun Christmas, where our church family comes together to decorate - and make decorations for - our two-story Christmas tree. (First Sunday in December)Īngel Tree: Our gifts help create a Merry Christmas for children in DCYF (Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth, and Families) care. The lighting of the advent candles - hope, peace, joy, and love - is one of the highlights.Ĭhristmas at Central: Our annual holiday bazaar is a one-stop-holiday-shopping Mecca, featuring handmade crafts from local Rhode Island artisans, toys, books, gift baskets, homemade baked goods, and more. Sunday Worship: During Advent, we prepare for the birth of the Baby Jesus - celebrating as a church family, sharing our many blessings, and contemplating a new beginning in Jesus Christ.
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