ANNUAL RHYTHMS
FALL
FALL KICKOFF & BBQ
The Sunday after Labor Day
Our Fall Kickoff marks the start of our ministry year. Typically, we begin a new sermon series, begin Children's Church, and start the choir back up. We also enjoy a meal together after church. This is a great Sunday to visit and bring friends.
HARVEST DINNER
Late October
We celebrate the bounty of the season by enjoying a meal of ham and turkey together after church.
THANK OFFERING
November
During the Thanksgiving season, it is our church's custom to respond to the Lord's blessing with a special offering, collected over the course of the month and dedicated to the work of the Gospel at home and abroad.
WINTER
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
The First Sunday in December
We celebrate the church's birthday each December with cake together after the service.
ADVENT
December
In the weeks leading up to Christmas, we commemorate our Savior's coming and look ahead to his coming again. Our services feature traditional Advent and Christmas hymns and songs. We also work together to bless a local ministry with shoebox gifts, and often spend an afternoon singing Christmas Carols for homebound members of our congregation.
CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE
December 24
We gather in the evening for a festive service of congregational singing, special music, and scripture readings — an excellent opportunity to invite friends and neighbors.
SPRING
SOUP LUNCHEON
Late January
Also known as the "Parade of the Crockpots", we feast together after the service on homemade soups and bread.
MAUNDY THURSDAY SERVICE
The Thursday before Easter
Join us for a reflective communion service as we commemorate Jesus' Last Supper, betrayal, and arrest.
EASTER SATURDAY BREAKFAST
The Saturday before Easter
We gather for breakfast on the Saturday before Easter to celebrate together. "Christ Chapel Eggs" and sausage are provided, and the congregation supplies a spread of homemade baked goods to accompany. Typically, an Easter Egg Hunt is held for the children.
EASTER SUNDAY SERVICE
Easter Sunday
The high point of the Christian calendar, we invite you to celebrate the resurrection with us!
GRADUATE SUNDAY
Early May
As a church in a college town, we are blessed to have many people join us for just a few years. We set aside time each May to honor our graduates and others transitioning.
SUMMER
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Late June
Every year, we invite children from our church and the community to participate in a week of fun skits, songs, puppets, stories, crafts, games, and friends. Parents are invited to a closing program on Friday to hear what their children have learned over the course of the week, and celebrate with a cake reception.
Vacation Bible School requires many volunteers with a wide array of talents and skills. Every year, we need classroom teachers, puppeteers, musicians, and staff to prepare and supervise snacks, crafts, and games.
SUMMER FUN
Throughout The Summer
Every summer, great fellowship happens through hiking, kayaking, sightseeing excursions, and more. These are organized regularly but informally — feel free to seek out or offer an invitation after church!