Service of the Word and Table at 8:30  

 Celebration of Communion (every week)

 

 Service of the Word at 11:00 

Two anthems from the choir, 

 including "Here I Am, Lord"

Lectionary Readings: Click here to read them

Along with the text from Isaiah that inspires the famous hymn/anthem "Here I Am, Lord" (sung at the 11:00 service) two other reading frame the Sunday services:

Why stand we here trembling around calling on God for help, and not ourselves, in whom God dwells...stretch out your own hand and save-become another incarnation of mercy.

-inspired by William Blake

 

Each time we stand up for an ideal, or act to improve the lot of others, or strike out against injustice, we send forth a tiny ripple of hope...those ripples build a current that can sweep down the mightiest walls of oppression and resistance.                     -Robert F. Kennedy, alt. 

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Our very own Ben Leaptrott will be preforming with the Atlanta Philharmonic Orchestra.  at North Decatur Presbyterian Church. $20 for adults/ $15 for students and seniors. Be sure to attend!

 

Tuesday, June 9 @ 7:00pm

Atlanta Braves vs. San Diego Padres

Rev. Lacey has bought tickets for those who RSVP'd in the last few weeks. If you would still like to join us- please buy your own ticket and we will meet you there! We will be sitting in Terrace View 223. 

 

 

Tuesdays, June 16, July 21 & Aug18 @ 6:30pm to 8:30

Table Talk @ the Harrisons'

Table Talk will continue to meet all summer!  This "gathering" (not a "group") consists of whoever "shows up;" sometimes we all fit around one table, often we are at two.  We share a meal (there's always plenty of food), but the open and safe discussion is what nourishes us deeply.  Bring your questions and theological musings (and a dish to share, if you are able).  Contact Rev. Michael for more information.

 

 

Tuesday, June 23 @ 6:30pm to 8:00

Introduction to Mindfulness

The simplest definition of "mindfulness" is "being present, right in this moment."  The rest is a long-term training of the heart-mind.  Rev. Michael will lead a short introduction to three basic mindfulness practices: centered breathing (pranayama), centering prayer (mantra), and mindful self-observation (journaling).  For more information/RSVP: Rev. Michael; $10 suggested donation (donations help to provide supplies for other activities).

 

 

Tuesday, June 30 @ 6:30pm to 8:00

Mindful Eye (Ikebana)

While an "Ikebana master" would likely take issue with the use of the word, this workshop will bring a mindful eye to the collection and arrangement of materials into a floral/environmental display.  We will take a mindfulness walk on campus, gather elements, and make our arrangement. For more information on what to bring/RSVP: Rev. Michael; $10 suggested donation (donations help to provide supplies for other activities).

 

 

Tuesday, July 7  @ 6:30pm to 8:00

Mindfully Still (Restorative Yoga)

This meditative evening is a supported practice of stillness (not movement); no yoga experience is necessary.  The sequence will be "on the floor" with blankets and bolsters; participants will be invited to "rest and release."   For more information or to RSVP: Rev. Michael; $10 suggested donation (donations help to provide supplies for other activities).

 

 

Tuesday, August 14 @ 6:30pm to 8:00

Soap Making

Join us for a family fun event of soap making, hosted by Bob Watson. This will be a great time to relax, learn something new, and fellowship with others.  For more information or to RSVP: Rev. Michael; $10 suggested donation (donations help to provide supplies for other activities).

 PRACTICAL THEOLOGY:

Sundays, 9:30-10:45am (Room 206)

 

 

PLYMOUTH HARBOR

Plymouth Harbor is in need of BINGO Prizes! If you have any small items you'd like to re-gift or if you are at the dollar store, please pick up a few items for us. Popular items are as follows: toiletries, cookies/snack foods, socks, decorative or garden items, costume jewelry, word puzzle books.  Items can be left by the Plymouth Harbor office. Also, as always, Plymouth Harbor appreciates your donation of store-bought desserts such as cookies, brownies, cake and ice cream.  Please label "Plymouth Harbor" and place in the Plymouth Harbor refrigerator or freezer. Thank you! 

 

HELP NEEDED for:

"ART in the COMMONS"

Karen Ku loves scheduling and hanging art in our common area.  She and Elsie Dresch have worked on this together for many enjoyable years, but Karen is away for 4-5 months every summer, so we need to have some folks to call upon when they're unable to do the job, if there are to be yearlong exhibitions at Central.  If interested in learning more, please contact Karen art@karenku.com or Elsie elsiedresch@mindspring.com.

 

 

Commons Featured Artist:  Myrtha Vega

My plein air landscapes are done on site, inspired by my reaction to the character of the scene.  I redesign the scene to create an original painting.  Why paint on plein air if I am deliberately ignoring the existing landscape?  I was trained as a Landscape Architect.  I love to mold the land to create a landscape on the existing site.  The same concept I apply as a painter:  I mold the land with a different tool: my brush.  The exhilaration of being outdoors enjoying the beauty of the God-given land results in a prayer in color on canvas.  myrthav@comcast.net.

 

 

 

ONGOING OUTREACH ACTIVITIES AT CENTRAL UCC

Our life is full here at Central UCC. Through the year, we serve our local community in many ways. To read about the activities, please  click here.