In the smash-hit musical Hamilton, the song “The Room Where It Happens” describes a closed-door meeting that took place among Alexander Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson, and James Madison. Some of you are humming along even as you read this. It’s one of the many catchy tunes in the show. Last weekend, on the Read More...
This pilgrimage to Birmingham and Montgomery, Alabama, is a partnership with Swope Parkway United Christian Church.
Reporter Mary Louise Kelly was in Iraq on a Blackhawk helicopter when her son’s school called from the US to say that he was very sick and needed her to come quickly to pick him up. Every working parent knows this tension of needing to be two places at once. I listened Read More...
“My God my God why have you forsaken me?” This is Jesus’ question on Good Friday. As Jesus is nailed to the cross, abandoned by his friends, taunted by those he came to heal, feed, teach, he cries out in agony and despair from the cross, “My God My God why have you forsaken me?
On April 2, 2023, also Palm Sunday, students from our 2023 Pastors’ Class gathered together to celebrate a successful session. The Pastors’ Class is a two month program for sixth graders (or older youth who are interested) and is led by clergy.
Why did Noah build the ark? It was because of violence. God “saw that the earth was corrupt”. (Genesis 6:11) Noah built the ark and the flood came, and creation began anew.
Easter serves as the culmination of several holy week traditions, Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter. We invite you attend each of these services in person or online.
MONDAY NIGHT CLASSES: WHOLE NEW WORLD April 17, 24, and May 1, 7 - 8pm, Youth Room A pandemic, politics, personal matters, and more— our world has changed over the last few years. What does this mean for us as people of faith and as a church community? This series invites participants Read More...
The sun was not shining, but the excitement in the air and the smiles on faces definitely brightened the “Next 100 Groundbreaking” that was held on Sunday, March 26, 2023. Over 150 people of all ages gathered on the east side of the church where the most visible renovations will be taking place.
To help you stay up-to-date and in the know, there is a website available where you can find information about "The Plan", "Progress" and "FAQs". You can get to the site HERE.
“Things Seen and Unseen” is the title of a spiritual memoir by Nora Gallagher. That title has lingered with me for many years. Faith is about things seen and unseen.
It is official, construction is beginning Monday, March 20, 2023. Because of this, the East Entrance of the church will be closed. The temporary main entrance will be the south doors by the Sanctuary. More information will be provided in the upcoming weeks.
They caressed her body and gently bathed her with water and lotion. It was one of the most intimate acts I had ever seen at the time of death. She was not yet 50 and had only been diagnosed with the brain tumor a few weeks prior. And now, she was lying Read More...
Country Club Christian Church is excited to announce that our long-awaited construction project is underway! We have appreciated all who have participated in listening sessions and other events in preparation. We are transforming the east side of our building (between 61st St and 61st Ter) into a welcoming space for all in Read More...
The annual native plant sale gives members the opportunity to order native plants for spring planting. Selecting plants that thrive in our climate are important and a great addition to any garden.
