Join us for a Spirit-filled, liturgical, and dynamic experience of grace-centered worship every Sunday.
- 10:30am Worship: All are invited to join us! We will be using both the Sanctuary and a re-imagined worship space in the Fellowship Hall (with a direct audio/video feed of the sanctuary on a big screen). See Covid-19 protocols here.
- Old Testament Reading: Zechariah 12:10-13:1,2
- New Testament Reading: Romans 8:26-27
- Sermon: Your Inner Friend in Prayer
- Bulletin: View Here
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Special Sunday Studies with John Smed and Children's Program This Sunday at 9:30am
Before worship this Sunday, join us to learn from guest preacher John Smed on the topic of prayer. This will be a great opportunity to learn from John on transforming how we think of prayer, with practical guides to regular habits.
- Adults & Sr. High Students: Special Adult Sunday Studies in the Sanctuary with John Smed.
- Children & Jr. High Students: Special kids program and activity on prayer led by Rev. Bennett, with Jr. High students assisting him with the children, in the Fellowship Hall.
Help Our New London Church Planter Move In on Monday Morning
Ben Sheldon and his family are almost to New London and will soon be on-the-field planting another CPC congregation. They could use help unloading their moving truck this Monday morning 10/4 from 8am-12pm (31 Woodland Dr, Niantic). Contact Craig if you can help, or just show up!
Join a Proctored School of Discipleship Class in Small Groups
We have three School of Discipleship Classes being offered this fall that can be done in a proctored small group utilizing our new podcast series and semi-regularly meeting with a pastor. If you are interested in joining a group, contact Craig by Sunday 10/10. Those interested will have an initial meeting to determine meeting day, time, and frequency. Classes offered via our School of Discipleship Podcast are:
- Membership Seminar (Important if you’re considering joining CPC in December)
- Bible Interpretation
- Confessional Theology
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Discipleship Group Updates
- Women: We are just beginning a new study using the book "A Place to Belong" by Megan Hill and would love to have anyone interested join us! We start with the introduction to the book on Tuesday, October 12 at 7 PM by zoom (meeting #812 2180 7643) and meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month, with the opportunity to support and encourage one another through discussion, fellowship and prayer. Contact Lisa or Diane for more info.
- Young at Heart 60+: This group meets at 10:30am on the second and fourth Tuesdays in the Fellowship Hall. We are using the book “Trusting God.” If you are interested contact Alan Phillips or Stacy Roney.
Fire Drill Instructions for Future Evacuation Drill
Our annual evacuation drill is practice for everyone to convene in a central location for safety. The drill will be held during SS this fall.
- Children in Grades 4 and Below, and Nursery: Sunday School teachers or nursery workers will lead children to the Whitney Ave. main sidewalk and then walk north towards Yale School of Management, to gather in the green space just past our driveway.
- Adults and Older Children: Meet in the parking lot on Bradley Street across from CPC's playground. If you exit through the front of the church proceed to the Whitney Street sidewalk, head south (toward Bradley Street), turn onto Bradley Street, and walk to the parking lot across from the CPC playground. Parents may then retrieve their children from the area near the Yale School of Management.
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- Children’s Sunday School at 9:30am: More info here.
- Adult Sunday Studies at 9:30am:
- The Bible Project: A Journey Through the Bible -- Book by Book | Begins 9/19 at 9:30am: Have you ever tried to read the Bible and get lost in the weeds? Try to read from cover to cover and don’t make it past Exodus? Ever wonder what the main points of each book are about? Join us Sunday Mornings as we discuss a different book of the Bible each week in order. In order to become biblically literate and to fall more in love with God and His Word, we have to understand the bigger picture of God’s redemption. We’ll be using the popular and easily digested “Bible Project” videos each week to kick off our discussions. The Psalmist exclaims, “I rejoice at your word like one who finds great spoil” (Ps. 119:162). Let’s mine the treasures together! 9:30am in the Fellowship Hall. Click here for the course webpage.
- Just Prayer | Begins 10/10 at 9:30am: Not “just” prayer, or prayer about justice, but prayer alone! Inspired by our church-wide retreat, we want to be a church that depends on God and works for results that only God can provide, as opposed to ones that we can manufacture. So let’s do this together - no program, no agenda, just a commitment to pray kingdom prayers together according to the command of Christ, for the glory of Christ, and the building up of His Church!
- Women’s Discipleship Group: In Romans, Paul expresses a longing to be together “that we may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith. “ Consider joining us on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month (7-8:30 pm) as we encourage, support and challenge one another in a small group setting. We are using the book A Place to Belong by Megan Hill. Please join us via Zoom (meeting #812 2180 7643) as we explore the beauty of the church and how we can delight in the “loveliness of Christ’s gathered people.” Contact Lisa or Diane.
- Men’s Discipleship Group: Every 1st and 3rd Thursday evening at 6:30pm we gather for a time of fellowship and discussion of an article. Emails are sent out every Monday with info on time, location, and a link to the article. If you are interested in joining (and are not on the men’s email list), contact Jerry.
- Young Moms & Dads Discipleship Groups: If you have a child age 12 or under and are desiring to grow in your faith contact Jefferson Bennett.
- Young at Heart 60 Somethings Group: This group meets at 10:30am on the second and fourth Tuesdays in the Fellowship Hall. We are using the book “Trusting God.” If you are interested contact Alan or Stacy.
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Tuesday Night Pastoral Counseling Available 7pm-9pm: Would you like to speak one-on-one with a CPC pastor? We desire to connect the truths of scripture to the realities of life. Whether you are going through suffering or just need wisdom, the pastoral staff is dedicated to being available to meet. We recognize that our work hours are not always convenient for others. If you are interested in scheduling a pastoral consultation, the pastoral staff is available by appointment Tuesday evenings from 7-9 p.m. (or another time as determined by appointment). Interested persons may sign-up confidentially here.
Wednesday Night Fellowship Meal at 7pm: Join us for a light meal before Compline in the Fellowship Hall.
Wednesday Night Compline at 8pm (In-Person and Livestream): Beginning centuries ago, monastic communities gathered in the evening to “complete” the day by observing a worship service that weaves together songs, prayers, Scriptural reflections, and Communion. In that spirit, we hope to enter God’s presence with others from around our city to experience Compline. Each night we will celebrate the central Christian feast of the Lord’s Table. All are welcome to join us in the middle of the week as we take refuge in the riches of God’s grace in Christ. Compline meets Wednesday at 8:00pm during the academic year (in-person or online from 9/22/21 - 12/8/21 (except Thanksgiving week on 11/24/21) and 1/19/22 - 4/6/22.
Study Center Open: The Study Center and church building are open Tuesday and Wednesday from 10am-4pm, and Monday and Thursday by appointment with staff. Drop-ins are welcome!
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Youth Group Crossroads | 2nd & 4th Sundays | 1:00pm-4:00pm
“Crossroads” is our bi-monthly youth gathering on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month. On the 2nd Sunday we will meet in the Fellowship Hall. On the 4th Sunday we will meet at the home of one of the youths. Each meeting has a shared meal, fun games, and music. During the summer and fall months, outdoor activities such as playing at a nearby park or swimming in the pool are activities to be enjoyed. These meetings will take place from 1-4pm. Contact Pastor Jerry.
College Students: Welcome Back!
Yale and SCSU students, we’d love to connect with you as you return for the start of the year. We have several events coming up on campus and at CPC, so please reach out to Jerry or Craig to learn more!
Going Deep@Yale | Fridays | 9am-10am | Hopper College Tables
Calling all Yale undergrads! We love good questions and real theology here, so let’s discuss the big topics together. With the indoor restrictions as they are now, let’s plan to meet outside in the Hopper courtyard. Email Craig for more details.
Graduate Student Small Group | Thursdays | 7:30pm | CPC Fellowship Hall
We’re excited for our weekly Small Group with graduate students (and significant others!) to continue, as we discuss Scripture, pray for each other, and build relationships during this unique time of life. If you’re new, feel free to join us! Contact Pastor Craig with any questions.
Women’s Book Club | Second Thursdays | 3pm | Zoom ID: 824 7985 2619
The Women's Book Club meets the second Thursday of each month at 3pm. If you have any questions, please contact JoAnn. Zoom 824 7985 2619.
- 10/14 "A Tale of Two Cities" by Charles Dickens
- 11/11 "One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich" by Aleksandr Solhenitsyn
- 12/9 "Martin Luther" by Eric Metaxas
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