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Confronting racism, helping Black farmers
... and getting fresh food on your table, too
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In April, Christ the King’s Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program starts in its third year. In a win-win situation for everyone, congregations in this program support Black farmers, providing stable income for a group that has been historically discriminated against. Church members buy shares for an eight-week period of time and receive farm fresh produce each week.
“This has been a great way to live out our commitment to confront racism, support farmers in a very direct way, and in the process get fresh food on our table, too,” said Vallie Telfer one of the coordinaters of the program which grew out of research done by CTK’s Racial Solidarity Team. In addition, CTK last year received a $20,000 grant from the ELCA Domestic Hunger program and uses these funds to buy shares which are then provided to area food pantries, such as Dorcas and Western Wake Crisis Ministry.
This spring, our farmer, Larry Davis, is collaborating with other farmers to provide blueberries, strawberries and blackberries in addition to spring’s leafy greens. Sign up on Church Center for the spring season by April 7; deliveries begin April 22 and run through June 17 (except for Memorial Day weekend). Pick-ups are on Saturday mornings at CTK in the Atrium from 9:15 to 10:30. Once you register on Church Center, you will receive an e-mail with instructions on how to pay for your half-share ($125 for eight weeks) or full-share ($250). For questions, contact Vallie Telfer at 919-418-0200 or vallietelfer@gmail.com.
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ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton (center) learned about CTK’s Black farmer program during her visit in November. At far right is farmer Larry Davis with his brother, at left volunteers Phil and Vallie Telfer.
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PARTICIPATE IN
“MOVING FORWARD IN FAITH” SMALL GROUPS
Under the heading of “Moving Forward in Faith,” Christ the King is embarking on a three-month project proposed by the Racial Solidarity Team. The purpose of this project is to do a “racial equity assessment.” To help us do this important work, we have engaged Rev. Brenda Smith and Deacon Tammy Devine. The two of them have teamed up to do anti-racism training with many congregations across the country. Pastor Brenda will visit Cary March 17-20 and conduct one-on-one interviews with CTK members who are BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color). She will also connect with members after services on Sunday, and you can connect with her via e-mail as well, brendiksmith@gmail.com.
Deacon Tammy will offer online small group sessions for our members who are White via zoom, lasting about 45 minutes to an hour. The following days and times are available:
- Tuesday, March 21, 3pm and 7pm
- Tuesday, March 28, 1pm
- Wednesday, March 29, 10am and 4pm
- Tuesday, April 4, 11am
Please select the date and time that works for you and sign up in Church Center. For questions about “Moving Forward in Faith,” call Pastor Wolfgang Herz-Lane at 856-278-3055.
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Lenoir-Rhyne performs at Christ the King
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All are invited to the Lenoir-Rhyne University A Cappella Choir and Brass Ensemble Concert, Saturday, March 25, at 7pm in the Sanctuary at CTK. Come and enjoy the concert at an ideal price--FREE! And come to worship on Sunday and enjoy hearing them again, as they join us and share their musical talent in both traditional services March 26.
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Order your Easter lilies today!
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Easter will be here before we know it, and to make everything look beautiful, why not help decorate our worship space with a gorgeous Easter Lily! These lovely flowers are the perfect way to show your loved ones how much you care, and they make a great contribution to our worship services. Order today at ctkcary.com/flowers. The deadline to get your orders in is April 3.
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Cherub Choir sings at contemporary services
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On Sunday, March 19, be sure to join us and witness the performance of our Cherub Choir. During both contemporary services they will be singing "God's Not Dead." Our Cherub Choir has an absolute passion for this song that will fill your hearts with joy and have you captivated by their love of singing. Don't miss out hearing our littlest singers praise God!
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Spring clean up day is April 1
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Preparing for this upcoming Easter season requires teamwork, and luckily, that’s exactly what our Spring Church Clean Up Day offers! We need eager helpers of all ages to join us from 9am to 1pm on April 1 to spruce up our church campus.
There are plenty of projects available such as spreading mulch around the buildings and on the playground, trimming bushes and trees, weeding, picking up trash, and hauling away yard waste. For those looking for a more creative task, there’s also the chance to clean up our fountain or tidy up our prayer and rain gardens.
And don’t worry about getting hungry. Chef Chris will be providing meals to all willing helpers! So put Saturday, April 1, on your calendar and join us as we work together to bring our church grounds back to life in time for Holy Week and Easter. Sign up now in Church Center!
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Habitat build dates coming up soon!
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CTK’s build days are coming up soon and still have room for a few more volunteers. Sign up with this link: http://vhub.at/lutheranbuild. The address is 4419 Old Poole Rd, Raleigh. Questions? Contact Jeff Hoffert @ 919-270-8605 or JeffHoffert@yahoo.com.
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Opportunities Abound at CTK
Click the links to join or learn more about current and upcoming activities.
Sunday, March 19
Traditional Worship | 8:30 and 11am | Sanctuary with The King's Ringers
Contemporary Worship | 8:30 and 11am | Nagle Hall with the Cherub Choir
Sunday School | 9:45-10:45am | Nagle Hall and Classrooms
Acolyte, Crucifer and Barrier Training for 3rd-5th graders | 9:45-10:45am | Narthex/Atrium
Liturgy of the Ordinary Adult Sunday School | 9:50-10:45am | West Fellowship
HYBRID Wendell Berry and the Sabbath Poetry Adult Sunday School | 9:50-10:45am | Parlor and Zoom
Quilters | 2-4pm | West Fellowship
Youth Group | 6:30-8pm | Nagle Hall
Monday, March 20
Young Adults Bible Study | 7-8pm | Parlor
The King’s Ringers Rehearsal | 7-9pm | Music Room
Tuesday, March 21
Triangle Alliance Chorus Rehearsal | 7-8pm | Music Room
Wednesday, March 22
Soul Tending Circle | 10-11am | Conference Room
Children’s Choirs | 5:30-6pm | Luther Cafe and Sanctuary
Community Dinner | 5:45-6:30pm | Nagle Hall, Atrium
Lenten Vespers Service | 6:30-7:15pm | Sanctuary and Online
Chancel Choir Rehearsal | 7:30-9pm | Sanctuary
Thursday, March 23
Healing Hearts | 6:30-8pm | Parlor
Soul Tending Circle | 7-8:30pm | Conference Room
Friday, March 24
Prayer Service | 11:15am-12pm | Room 211
Saturday, March 25
Camp Agape Work Day | 8:30am-3pm | 1369 Tyler Dewar Lane, Fuquay-Varina
Lenoir-Rhyne & CTK Chancel Choirs Joint Rehearsal | 4-5pm | Sanctuary, Music Room
Lenoir-Rhyne A Cappella Choir & Brass Ensemble Concert | 7-8:30pm | Sanctuary
For more events and activities, check out our calendar.
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600 Walnut Street, Cary, NC 27511
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