When she repeated the story, she would pause, turn her head and look out for a moment. I could tell that she was picturing his face and recalling his determination. “The pastor told Dad they didn’t have enough money to build the youth center, and Dad gave the money to make it happen.” Charlotte loved to tell the story. And then Dad’s story became her story.
Join us in worship at Rev. Carla Aday and Dr. Mike Graves retell some of the Bibles ʻgreatest hits. Sept. 16 – Part 1 – Abraham and Sarah: Following God without Maps, based on Genesis 17: 1-8 and 15-17. Rev. Carla Aday preaching. Sept. 23 – Part 2 – Moses: I’d Like Read More...
Every fall I gather with a dozen or so Disciples of Christ pastors from across the country for a retreat/conference in Chicago. We banter about theological topics presented in formal papers and books, ponder ways to empower the churches we serve, share our own faith doubts and dreams. Most years I question Read More...
Pick up a bag on Sunday and return it with two dozen home-baked cookies, brownie bites and/or homemade breads cut into quarters for Sunday fellowship. Return filled bags to baskets in the Parlor next Sunday. Cookies are needed every week and will be frozen for use in coming weeks.
My rough estimate is that we have experienced a 350 percent increase in children worshipping! I’m comparing the last three Sundays to the same three Sunday’s last year. The energy, vitality, and warmth of the 9:01 service are palpable.
The Heart of Democracy: Registering, Voting, Standing Up Sun., Sept. 16, 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m. in the Social Hall. Led by Rev. Bob Hill, Minister Emeritus from Community Christian Church. While Christians down through the centuries have prayed for justice, now more than ever, they are realizing the importance of working for it Read More...
Dr. Paul Tucker, Co-Director of Music Each year, at this time, I find myself struggling with conflicting thoughts. School is about to begin again, and while I know from past experience that I won’t hate every minute of my teaching job, I never really feel prepared for what is to come. I Read More...
Rev. Joe Walker, Minister of Congregational Care The automobile– it is quintessentially American, more so than apple pie. It appeals to both our personal and cultural love of “freedom.” It becomes an extension of our personality; frugal or flashy, safe or speedy. We can’t wait to start driving, counting the days to Read More...
Support Country Club Christian Church’s Youth Ministry Mission Trip by purchasing a Christmas poinsettia in the parlor on Sundays through Dec. 2. Payment must be received with order. Plants will be available for pick up from 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. on Sun., Dec. 9, at the church. $15 for a 6-inch plant, $20 Read More...
Sign up now for the inaugural Max Deweese Golf Tournament on Fri., Sept. 21.
You were only 68 years old. Now you are almost 100. I arrived fresh out of graduate school, eager and excited but with a gnawing doubt in the back of my mind...would the church in America actually survive another generation? My favorite scripture was the call from the prophet Micah who demanded Read More...
Tues., Sept. 10 6:30 p.m. in the Social Hall. Rev. Carla Aday will give a vision update and present the 2017-2018 annual report. Cost is $10/person for barbecue dinner. RSVP to Jill Sullins by Sept. 8. Child care available with RSVP.
Lindsay Howes, Director of Children's Ministries We have been planning and talking and preparing for weeks now for the Creator’s Place for children during the 9:01 service. We were hesitant to commit to certain ideas or crafts or activities until we knew what to expect. Then finally, we realized, we were never Read More...
What we make space for says a lot about who we are. I realized this clearly as I packed up everything I own to move to a new state and into a tiny studio apartment.
I’m at St Benedict’s Monastery in Colorado. I longed to visit here for 32 years. When I heard Father Thomas Keating, the Abbot, present a guest lecture in graduate school I was mesmerized by his passionate approach to prayer and contemplation. Nestled in a wide valley surrounded by mountains, the monastery stretches the heart to inhale God’s boundless beauty.
