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Summer Community Nights


 

Let's join together as a church family for a night of food, fellowship, and a little multi-generational discipleship. We'll meet on Fridays from 6-8 p.m. at the Church: Rain (inside) or Shine (under the tent). We will be going through the Lord's Prayer together.

  • July 10, 17, 24, 31

  • August 7, 14, 21

We need volunteers for each night. The church will provide the protein (burgers and hot dogs). Please sign up in the fellowship room to help out each night. Roles:

  • Set-Up/Grill: A team of people that will come early (5:30 p.m.) to:

    • set up tables, chairs, napkins, utensils

    • cook the burgers and dogs

    • cooler for drinks

    • greet people

    • organize people to clean up and put away tables/chairs

    • close up the building

  • Bring Potluck (Savory) Side Dishes: Share a salad or side dish. Just make sure you indicate what you are bringing.

  • Bring Desserts/Drinks: Please indicate the type of dessert/drink




Summer in the Psalms


 

During the Summer, we will be going through some of the Psalms for our sermon series. The Psalms give us language and a range of emotions on how to communicate with God as we deal with being in exile in this world. We will be walking through different genres of Psalms. Psalms of orientation, disorientation, and reorientation.

Join us on July 19, August 16, 23, 30, and September 6 as we explore the Psalms.




Men's Night Cookout (Sept 6)


 

Join the men of CPC for a cookout at Pastor Tracy's house on September 6, 6- 8 pm. (97 Woodland Road, Springfield, MA)

We will grill some meaty hamburgers with special toppings, sit around a campfire and the pool; and discuss the Word of God together.




Kickoff Sunday (Sept 13)


 

Kickoff Sunday (September 13)

Join us on Sunday, September 13, for the launch of our fall programs and activities:

  • 8:30 a.m. Breakfast: We are holding a throwback, Saturday-morning, cartoon/cereal breakfast. We will have a variety of healthy/unhealthy cereals, milks, fruit, and some oatmeal together as we watch cartoons and reminisce. Come in pajamas if you like.
  • 9:15 a.m. Sunday School: Our first day of Sunday School for all ages! Children and youth can meet their teachers and new classes. Adults will be in the Sanctuary.
  • 10:10 a.m.: Worship with Theo the theological inquisitive and sometimes orthodox dog.



Exodus Sermon Series


 

We are studying the Book of Exodus on Sunday mornings starting in September. The title of the sermon series is "Delivered to Dwell." God rescues his people for a purpose.




Westminster Shorter Catechism Adult Sunday School


 

During Adult Sunday School, we will be continuing to explore the Westminster Shorter Catechism and its biblical foundations, question by question, answer by answer. First Class starts on Sunday, September 23, at 9 a.m.




Concert of Prayer (Sept 13)


 

Join us on Sunday, September 13, from 9:15-9:45 a.m. for a Concert of Prayer in the adult Sunday school before our worship service.




A Time for Women (Sept 13)


 

Join the women on September 13. We will be studying book of Ephesians. Each month, we will choose a woman and present a study with questions for the group. This will be a monthly lunchtime (BYOL) Fellowship and study from 12ish to 2 p.m. at CPC.




Women's Retreat (Sept 25-27)


 

Join the women of CPC at Camp Berea on September 25-27. $280pp (scholarships available upon request).

Women's Retreat is your time to find restoration for your soul and reset your rhythms for more flourishing all year long. If you are interested in attending the Women's Retreat @ Camp Berea this year with women from CPC--text Shannon by Friday, August 21 (917-843-6301).

To register, go to berea.camp/womensretreat

 




Worship at the Big E (Oct 4)


 

Join us for Worship at the Big E's Storrowton Meetinghouse on Sunday, October 4, at 9:15 a.m. Invite your friends and neighbors!

No Sunday School and No Service at 1597 Allen Street on that day.

FAQ

  • Do I Need a Ticket? Yes, everyone needs a ticket to get into the Big E. The church will provide everyone with a free entrance ticket. Children 5 and under are free.

  • How Do I Get a Free Ticket? Free tickets will be available soon after worship services in September. Email Pastor Tracy at revtracy@gmail.com to pick them up during the week. 

  • Can I Invite Friends? Yes. Take as many as you need to give away. However, make sure your friends use them and come.

  • What do I do with Unused Tickets? Don't have unused tickets. Make sure you use them, but if you do, bring them to the service at the Big E and give them to Pastor Tracy afterward.

  • What Time is the Service? 9:15 a.m. Gates open at 8 a.m. Don’t be late; allow time to park and walk to the Meetinghouse.

  • What Gate Should I Use? Gate 1 is the closest to Avenue of States and Storrowton Village. However, you can use any gate you want, add time for walking.

  • Where do I Park? Unfortunately, Parking is not free. We recommend parking as close to Gate 1 as possible. You can only park at Gate 1 if you have a special pass. However, there is a big lot across the street at the corner of River and Memorial. Parking is usually $20 there.




Man Camp (November 13-15)


 

Men, join us for our annual excursion to Berea. We will spend the weekend worshipping God, fellowshipping with each other, and enjoying the outdoors. We will be going on the 2nd weekend (Man Camp 2) from November 13-15. The cost is $265. 

Sign up at https://www.berea.camp/mancamp and connect with Pastor Tracy to let him know you are going. If you need financial help, speak up; we have scholarship money available. Typically, we try to carpool around 3 p.m. on Friday; however, if you need to leave later, we can accommodate.