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Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Hatha Yoga Classes
Mondays 9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday 6:00 p.m. – 7:20 p.m
Come stretch and relax four times a week! Discover the benefits of this ancient tradition: Spiritual Discipline, Mental and Physical Fitness and Stress Relief. Our multi-level Yoga classes are open to beginning and advanced students. Classes are taught by certified Sivananda and Vinyasa instructors. Please bring your own mat. All levels welcome!
Current Yoga Calendar Updates for
July 2 – August 22, 2008
Careers to Crayons takes place 10:00 a.m. every Thursday within various locations around the city.
Careers to Crayons wants to welcome YOU! Careers to Crayons is not only a fun playgroup for kids. It’s also a support group for ex-career stay-at-home moms who would like to get out of the house (at least once a week.), share motherhood experiences, and help their children develop social interaction skills. There are also holiday parties, field trips, Mom’s Night Out, and more; including a monthly newsletter. Dads are always welcome! It’s a great opportunity for parents and children to enjoy time together and make good friends.
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Course in Miracles
Miercoles, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Curso in Milagros en Español
Thursday, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Course in Miracles in English
Each week, Regina Lopez-Zayas facilitates an ongoing discussion based on the world-renowned book, A Course in Miracles.
Parents Night Out, Infants – 3 Year Olds, takes place on the first Friday of every month, from 6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Parents Night Out is a once-a-month baby-sitting program for infants through 5th grade. Our childcare staff give your children a wonderful evening at CGCC while you have a night out on the town!
Parents Night Out, Pre-K – 5th Grade, takes place on the first Friday of every month, from 6:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Parents Night Out is a once-a-month baby-sitting program for infants through 5th grade. Our childcare staff give your children a wonderful evening at CGCC while you have a night out on the town!
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Christian Education – Infants – 3 year olds, Childcare & Toddler Activities, Sundays 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
We provide childcare for parents who wish to attend Adult Education events, CGCC committee meetings and Choir.
Sunday School: Pre-K – 5th Grade
Sunday School for children Pre-K through 5th grade is held each Sunday morning. All our classes are led by lay members of CGCC. Our Sunday School uses The United Church of Christ’s Seasons of the Spirit curriculum. Class time includes stories, outreach projects, prayer, crafts and a lot of FUN!
Sunday School: Middle-High School
Sundays 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Middle and High School youth attend Sunday School at 11:00 a.m. All classes are led by lay members of CGCC. CGCC Sunday School uses The United Church of Christ’s Seasons of the Spirit Curriculum. Classes include prayer, Bible studies, current events, videos, snacks, and art. On the first Sunday of each month, youth attend worship with their families.
9 a.m. Moye Chapel Service
Worship each Sunday morning
Join us each Sunday morning for this early service held in our lovely Moye Chapel, located on the east-side of the CGCC Church campus. Amid the lush foliage of our meditation gardens and the grandeur of our new beautiful fountain, you enter into this more intimate setting where quiet prayer, a challenging message, and music from one of our gifted soloists is the order of the morning. The Sacrament of Holy Communion is celebrated each week in this service. Childcare is always available.
11 a.m. Sanctuary Service
Worship each Sunday morning
We gather in the beauty of our historic Spanish-style sanctuary to be engaged in meaningful worship which feeds our spiritual hungers. We are led in thoughtful prayer which expresses our deepest needs; we listen to stimulating sermons which stretch our vision; and we learn to recognize God’s grace in our lives. Our outstanding choirs provide music which makes our souls soar. It is said that each week is a bit different; but every week there is something that challenges and calls us to be more than we thought possible. No matter where you are on your faith journey; you will find a place with us. Sunday School and childcare is available during this service.
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Hatha Yoga Classes
Mondays 9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday 6:00 p.m. – 7:20 p.m
Come stretch and relax four times a week! Discover the benefits of this ancient tradition: Spiritual Discipline, Mental and Physical Fitness and Stress Relief. Our multi-level Yoga classes are open to beginning and advanced students. Classes are taught by certified Sivananda and Vinyasa instructors. Please bring your own mat. All levels welcome!
Current Yoga Calendar Updates for
July 2 – August 22, 2008
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Hatha Yoga Classes
Mondays 9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday 6:00 p.m. – 7:20 p.m
Come stretch and relax four times a week! Discover the benefits of this ancient tradition: Spiritual Discipline, Mental and Physical Fitness and Stress Relief. Our multi-level Yoga classes are open to beginning and advanced students. Classes are taught by certified Sivananda and Vinyasa instructors. Please bring your own mat. All levels welcome!
Current Yoga Calendar Updates for
July 2 – August 22, 2008
Careers to Crayons takes place 10:00 a.m. every Thursday within various locations around the city.
Careers to Crayons wants to welcome YOU! Careers to Crayons is not only a fun playgroup for kids. It’s also a support group for ex-career stay-at-home moms who would like to get out of the house (at least once a week.), share motherhood experiences, and help their children develop social interaction skills. There are also holiday parties, field trips, Mom’s Night Out, and more; including a monthly newsletter. Dads are always welcome! It’s a great opportunity for parents and children to enjoy time together and make good friends.
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Course in Miracles
Miercoles, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Curso in Milagros en Español
Thursday, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Course in Miracles in English
Each week, Regina Lopez-Zayas facilitates an ongoing discussion based on the world-renowned book, A Course in Miracles.
Movie Night, TBA
You are invited to join us as we watch a movie together and respond with discussion. Childcare is provided.
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Christian Education – Infants – 3 year olds, Childcare & Toddler Activities, Sundays 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
We provide childcare for parents who wish to attend Adult Education events, CGCC committee meetings and Choir.
Sunday School: Pre-K – 5th Grade
Sunday School for children Pre-K through 5th grade is held each Sunday morning. All our classes are led by lay members of CGCC. Our Sunday School uses The United Church of Christ’s Seasons of the Spirit curriculum. Class time includes stories, outreach projects, prayer, crafts and a lot of FUN!
Sunday School: Middle-High School
Sundays 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Middle and High School youth attend Sunday School at 11:00 a.m. All classes are led by lay members of CGCC. CGCC Sunday School uses The United Church of Christ’s Seasons of the Spirit Curriculum. Classes include prayer, Bible studies, current events, videos, snacks, and art. On the first Sunday of each month, youth attend worship with their families.
9 a.m. Moye Chapel Service
Worship each Sunday morning
Join us each Sunday morning for this early service held in our lovely Moye Chapel, located on the east-side of the CGCC Church campus. Amid the lush foliage of our meditation gardens and the grandeur of our new beautiful fountain, you enter into this more intimate setting where quiet prayer, a challenging message, and music from one of our gifted soloists is the order of the morning. The Sacrament of Holy Communion is celebrated each week in this service. Childcare is always available.
11 a.m. Sanctuary Service
Worship each Sunday morning
We gather in the beauty of our historic Spanish-style sanctuary to be engaged in meaningful worship which feeds our spiritual hungers. We are led in thoughtful prayer which expresses our deepest needs; we listen to stimulating sermons which stretch our vision; and we learn to recognize God’s grace in our lives. Our outstanding choirs provide music which makes our souls soar. It is said that each week is a bit different; but every week there is something that challenges and calls us to be more than we thought possible. No matter where you are on your faith journey; you will find a place with us. Sunday School and childcare is available during this service.
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Hatha Yoga Classes
Mondays 9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday 6:00 p.m. – 7:20 p.m
Come stretch and relax four times a week! Discover the benefits of this ancient tradition: Spiritual Discipline, Mental and Physical Fitness and Stress Relief. Our multi-level Yoga classes are open to beginning and advanced students. Classes are taught by certified Sivananda and Vinyasa instructors. Please bring your own mat. All levels welcome!
Current Yoga Calendar Updates for
July 2 – August 22, 2008
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Hatha Yoga Classes
Mondays 9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday 6:00 p.m. – 7:20 p.m
Come stretch and relax four times a week! Discover the benefits of this ancient tradition: Spiritual Discipline, Mental and Physical Fitness and Stress Relief. Our multi-level Yoga classes are open to beginning and advanced students. Classes are taught by certified Sivananda and Vinyasa instructors. Please bring your own mat. All levels welcome!
Current Yoga Calendar Updates for
July 2 – August 22, 2008
Careers to Crayons takes place 10:00 a.m. every Thursday within various locations around the city.
Careers to Crayons wants to welcome YOU! Careers to Crayons is not only a fun playgroup for kids. It’s also a support group for ex-career stay-at-home moms who would like to get out of the house (at least once a week.), share motherhood experiences, and help their children develop social interaction skills. There are also holiday parties, field trips, Mom’s Night Out, and more; including a monthly newsletter. Dads are always welcome! It’s a great opportunity for parents and children to enjoy time together and make good friends.
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Course in Miracles
Miercoles, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Curso in Milagros en Español
Thursday, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Course in Miracles in English
Each week, Regina Lopez-Zayas facilitates an ongoing discussion based on the world-renowned book, A Course in Miracles.
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Christian Education – Infants – 3 year olds, Childcare & Toddler Activities, Sundays 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
We provide childcare for parents who wish to attend Adult Education events, CGCC committee meetings and Choir.
Sunday School: Pre-K – 5th Grade
Sunday School for children Pre-K through 5th grade is held each Sunday morning. All our classes are led by lay members of CGCC. Our Sunday School uses The United Church of Christ’s Seasons of the Spirit curriculum. Class time includes stories, outreach projects, prayer, crafts and a lot of FUN!
Sunday School: Middle-High School
Sundays 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Middle and High School youth attend Sunday School at 11:00 a.m. All classes are led by lay members of CGCC. CGCC Sunday School uses The United Church of Christ’s Seasons of the Spirit Curriculum. Classes include prayer, Bible studies, current events, videos, snacks, and art. On the first Sunday of each month, youth attend worship with their families.
9 a.m. Moye Chapel Service
Worship each Sunday morning
Join us each Sunday morning for this early service held in our lovely Moye Chapel, located on the east-side of the CGCC Church campus. Amid the lush foliage of our meditation gardens and the grandeur of our new beautiful fountain, you enter into this more intimate setting where quiet prayer, a challenging message, and music from one of our gifted soloists is the order of the morning. The Sacrament of Holy Communion is celebrated each week in this service. Childcare is always available.
11 a.m. Sanctuary Service
Worship each Sunday morning
We gather in the beauty of our historic Spanish-style sanctuary to be engaged in meaningful worship which feeds our spiritual hungers. We are led in thoughtful prayer which expresses our deepest needs; we listen to stimulating sermons which stretch our vision; and we learn to recognize God’s grace in our lives. Our outstanding choirs provide music which makes our souls soar. It is said that each week is a bit different; but every week there is something that challenges and calls us to be more than we thought possible. No matter where you are on your faith journey; you will find a place with us. Sunday School and childcare is available during this service.
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Mystic Mondays
7:00 p.m. First, second, & third Mondays: September through May
Are you interested in deepening your faith? Would you like to be a part of some smaller groups devoted to spiritual growth? Then Mystic Monday is for you!!! Join us as we explore faith through Taizé Worship, Knitting Prayer Shawls, and a study of Spirituality and the Arts. Childcare is provided.
On the first Monday of each month, a Taizé Service is held in Moye Chapel. This 40-minute service is modeled after the beautiful services that originated in Taizé, France, at an ecumenical, international community founded there in 1940. A Taizé Prayer Service consists of music, song, gospel readings, quiet meditation, and chants. If you are seeking time to be quietly apart, to pray and listen to God, and to be in the presence of a worshiping community, this service may be just what you are seeking. There is no ‘sermon’, no offering, no choir, no announcements – just simple worship.
The second Monday of each month, we will gather to create beautiful prayer shawls to share with those who are ill or grieving. You do not have to know how to knit – someone will teach you. Please bring a pair of size 11 or 13 knitting needles or M, N, or P crochet hooks if you prefer to crochet. If you are looking for a ministry of prayer and care for others this may be it. Come and help wrap someone in God’s love by creating a beautiful prayer shawl. The teapot will be on.
On the third Monday of each month, we are pleased to offer a course on Spirituality and the Arts as we look at film, music, photography, and art and their religious significance.
Hatha Yoga Classes
Mondays 9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday 6:00 p.m. – 7:20 p.m
Come stretch and relax four times a week! Discover the benefits of this ancient tradition: Spiritual Discipline, Mental and Physical Fitness and Stress Relief. Our multi-level Yoga classes are open to beginning and advanced students. Classes are taught by certified Sivananda and Vinyasa instructors. Please bring your own mat. All levels welcome!
Current Yoga Calendar Updates for
July 2 – August 22, 2008
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Hatha Yoga Classes
Mondays 9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday 6:00 p.m. – 7:20 p.m
Come stretch and relax four times a week! Discover the benefits of this ancient tradition: Spiritual Discipline, Mental and Physical Fitness and Stress Relief. Our multi-level Yoga classes are open to beginning and advanced students. Classes are taught by certified Sivananda and Vinyasa instructors. Please bring your own mat. All levels welcome!
Current Yoga Calendar Updates for
July 2 – August 22, 2008
Careers to Crayons takes place 10:00 a.m. every Thursday within various locations around the city.
Careers to Crayons wants to welcome YOU! Careers to Crayons is not only a fun playgroup for kids. It’s also a support group for ex-career stay-at-home moms who would like to get out of the house (at least once a week.), share motherhood experiences, and help their children develop social interaction skills. There are also holiday parties, field trips, Mom’s Night Out, and more; including a monthly newsletter. Dads are always welcome! It’s a great opportunity for parents and children to enjoy time together and make good friends.
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Praise, Prayer & Potluck, the last Thursday of each month
You are invited to dine with us on the last Thursday night of each month as we hear about the faith journey of a CGCC member. This informal potluck gathering is a great way to meet people, get to know one another and hear the inspiring stories of those in the CGCC congregation. If you are able, bring a dish to share. Drinks and tableware will be provided. Be prepared for a rich and rewarding evening within a community of faith. As always, childcare will be provided
Course in Miracles
Miercoles, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Curso in Milagros en Español
Thursday, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Course in Miracles in English
Each week, Regina Lopez-Zayas facilitates an ongoing discussion based on the world-renowned book, A Course in Miracles.
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Special Event – Sisters on Sojourn
Sisters on Sojourn is a group of women, of all ages, who gather once a month on a Saturday morning to share in some food, fellowship, and great conversation. Most of the time, we let a question lead us into discussion, be it around religion, politics, etc. In other words, Sisters on Sojourn centers on all those things you aren’t supposed to talk about in polite company! But talk, we do. Please join us!
Special Event – Sisters on Sojourn
Sisters on Sojourn is a group of women, of all ages, who gather once a month on a Saturday morning to share in some food, fellowship, and great conversation. Most of the time, we let a question lead us into discussion, be it around religion, politics, etc. In other words, Sisters on Sojourn centers on all those things you aren’t supposed to talk about in polite company! But talk, we do. Please join us!
Christian Education – Infants – 3 year olds, Childcare & Toddler Activities, Sundays 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
We provide childcare for parents who wish to attend Adult Education events, CGCC committee meetings and Choir.
Sunday School: Pre-K – 5th Grade
Sunday School for children Pre-K through 5th grade is held each Sunday morning. All our classes are led by lay members of CGCC. Our Sunday School uses The United Church of Christ’s Seasons of the Spirit curriculum. Class time includes stories, outreach projects, prayer, crafts and a lot of FUN!
Sunday School: Middle-High School
Sundays 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Middle and High School youth attend Sunday School at 11:00 a.m. All classes are led by lay members of CGCC. CGCC Sunday School uses The United Church of Christ’s Seasons of the Spirit Curriculum. Classes include prayer, Bible studies, current events, videos, snacks, and art. On the first Sunday of each month, youth attend worship with their families.
9 a.m. Moye Chapel Service
Worship each Sunday morning
Join us each Sunday morning for this early service held in our lovely Moye Chapel, located on the east-side of the CGCC Church campus. Amid the lush foliage of our meditation gardens and the grandeur of our new beautiful fountain, you enter into this more intimate setting where quiet prayer, a challenging message, and music from one of our gifted soloists is the order of the morning. The Sacrament of Holy Communion is celebrated each week in this service. Childcare is always available.
11 a.m. Sanctuary Service
Worship each Sunday morning
We gather in the beauty of our historic Spanish-style sanctuary to be engaged in meaningful worship which feeds our spiritual hungers. We are led in thoughtful prayer which expresses our deepest needs; we listen to stimulating sermons which stretch our vision; and we learn to recognize God’s grace in our lives. Our outstanding choirs provide music which makes our souls soar. It is said that each week is a bit different; but every week there is something that challenges and calls us to be more than we thought possible. No matter where you are on your faith journey; you will find a place with us. Sunday School and childcare is available during this service.
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Hatha Yoga Classes
Mondays 9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday 6:00 p.m. – 7:20 p.m
Come stretch and relax four times a week! Discover the benefits of this ancient tradition: Spiritual Discipline, Mental and Physical Fitness and Stress Relief. Our multi-level Yoga classes are open to beginning and advanced students. Classes are taught by certified Sivananda and Vinyasa instructors. Please bring your own mat. All levels welcome!
Current Yoga Calendar Updates for
July 2 – August 22, 2008
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Hatha Yoga Classes
Mondays 9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday 6:00 p.m. – 7:20 p.m
Come stretch and relax four times a week! Discover the benefits of this ancient tradition: Spiritual Discipline, Mental and Physical Fitness and Stress Relief. Our multi-level Yoga classes are open to beginning and advanced students. Classes are taught by certified Sivananda and Vinyasa instructors. Please bring your own mat. All levels welcome!
Current Yoga Calendar Updates for
July 2 – August 22, 2008
Careers to Crayons takes place 10:00 a.m. every Thursday within various locations around the city.
Careers to Crayons wants to welcome YOU! Careers to Crayons is not only a fun playgroup for kids. It’s also a support group for ex-career stay-at-home moms who would like to get out of the house (at least once a week.), share motherhood experiences, and help their children develop social interaction skills. There are also holiday parties, field trips, Mom’s Night Out, and more; including a monthly newsletter. Dads are always welcome! It’s a great opportunity for parents and children to enjoy time together and make good friends.
Spring and Summer Arts Camps,
Dates for 2009
Spring Arts Camp: April 6-10, 2009
Summer Arts Camp: June 8-12, 2009
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
These interdisciplinary camps are held twice each year: Camps are for Children PreK-5th grade. Each of these week-long camps is unique, with different classes. Past camps have included sessions in mosaics, acting, still life, karate, painting, voice, sign language, hip hop, and guitar, to name just a few. Art camps are extra special because they are taught by artists!
Course in Miracles
Miercoles, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Curso in Milagros en Español
Thursday, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Course in Miracles in English
Each week, Regina Lopez-Zayas facilitates an ongoing discussion based on the world-renowned book, A Course in Miracles.
Advocacy in Action
Coral Gables Congregational Church is a community that encourages and promotes volunteerism, activism, and dialog for people responding to the Old Testament prophet Micah’s call to “Do justice, love kindness, and to walk humbly with God.” Whether the cause is global warming or Fair Trade; homelessness or peace; Just Wage or hunger, the members of CGCC have a long tradition of Peace and Justice work in the community and throughout the world.
The United Church of Christ has invited congregations to join in a Sacred Conversation on race. “Sacred conversations are never easy,” the invitation says, “especially when honest talk confronts our nation’s painful past and speaks directly to the injustices of the present day. Yet sacred conversations can, and often do, honor the value of diverse life experiences, requiring an openness to hear each other’s viewpoints.
On Sunday, June 1, Coral Gables Congregational UCC and the Church of the Open Door UCC, a primarily African-American congregation began such a conversation together. Our next step was to gather as a church family on Thursday evening, June 26, at 7:00 p.m. in Moye Chapel to view the video, What Makes Me White?, a startling new film about the role of race in people’s daily lives. We are so blessed here at CGCC with a richly diverse congregation and it is important that we spend some time together to talk among ourselves about the issues of race. In following months we will join back together with our brothers and sisters from the Church of the Open Door to continue our Sacred Conversation with them. If you have any questions; please contact CGCC Senior Pastor, Laurie Hafner: laurieh@ucc-cgcc.org or 305.448.7421, x 16.
Justice and Peace Committee: This committee composed of members of the church seeks to be advocates for peace and justice in this community and throughout the world. Led by the work of the United Church of Christ, this committee proposes policy positions and actions of conscience, educates the congregation about community needs and issues related to advocacy objectives; and provides the congregation and committee members opportunities for related community service. Over the years the Justice and Peace committee has worked hard on many issues including: Accessibility for Disabled People, Civil Liberties Protections, Bread for the World, Accion USA, FTAA, Living Wage Campaign, Farm Worker Ministry, Voter Registration Drive, Independent library Movements, PACT, and the Temple Israel-Justice Peace Committee Joint Project.
Haiti: Mission Possible: The nation of Haiti has been suffering from the effects of extreme poverty for over two centuries. The people of Haiti are in need of many basic services that are taken for granted in developed countries. Because of the overwhelming needs of Haiti, a Haiti Mission Task Force has been established to partner with an organization that is actively doing humanitarian work in Haiti.
Feeding Ministry: Over the past five years members of CGCC have been serving meals to people living with AIDS at Trinity Cathedral in downtown Miami. On the second Tuesday of each month, a dedicated group of folks have been taking a meal and serving it after the Healing Service that is lead by the priest of that church. Not only is this an important ministry for people living with AIDS in the Miami area, but it also is a rewarding and renewing experience for us. The best way to celebrate this anniversary is by getting you to volunteer and help us continue this outreach ministry. If you are interested, please e-mail Elena Campagna at ecampagna@dadeschools.net.
Neighborhood Housing Services: Coral Gables Congregational Church UCC has recently made an unsecured loan to Neighborhood Housing Services (NHS), an organization committed to promoting neighborhood revitalization and affordable housing for low-to-moderate income residents in Miami-Dade County, for a loan of $1,000,000. A rare opportunity had arisen for them to secure 41 single-family lots for homeownership that were being liquidated immediately – 7 in North Miami, 7 in Florida City, and 27 in Brownsville. NHS used the $1,000,000 loan to acquire these 41 lots and pay for pre-development and infrastructure costs.
In his request to the Church Council, Arden Shank, the Executive Director and President of NHS said, “This gives CGCC and NHS the opportunity to work together to save 41 homeownership lots from disappearing in this high cost homeownership market. Together we can be a catalyst in making homeownership possible for 41 families.”
The church has taken on this project not just financially but also through the time and talent of its members. Church members with expertise in such areas as insurance, banking, and home repairs are helping to educate and train these first time homebuyers and homeowners. Also church members have helped to paint, landscape, and make final preparations for the families to move into their new homes.
Community Relations and Grants Committee: The Grants Committee is organized to provide grants on behalf of Coral Gables Congregational Church to local non-profit organizations seeking funding for direct impact services. Grants have been given to such worthwhile organizations as: New Life Family Center; Counseling Ministry of South Florida; Women’s Emergency Network; YES; and the Community Coalition for a Living Wage.
Click here for Grant Guidelines and Application.
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Miami: Our on-going commitment to Habitat for Humanity which helps provide homes for low-income families in Miami, includes not only financial support but the work of our hands. We participate in their yearly Hearts and Hands Blitz Build.
Bread for the World: The members of CGCC support Bread for the World, an advocacy organization that continuously urges our nation’s leaders to support time-tested, cost-effective measures to reduce hunger—by increasing poverty-focused development assistance for poor countries and by expanding and improving nutrition programs here in the United States. What makes the difference between millions of hungry people and a world where all are fed? Only a change in priorities and the will to end hunger. Want to learn more? Join the Bread for the World Group at CGCC now. Contact Louise Driscoll for more information at 305-302-8548 or louise@miami.edu.
Global Warming We continue to learn more about the realities of global warming, and all of the influences that we have on this issue. CGCC has been hosting a group that goes by the name of “Global Warning”, which meets periodically to share information about what the scientists say, what the government does not say, and our choices for the future. Included in our meetings have been the video documentaries: “Who Killed The Electric Car”, “Too Hot Not To Handle”, and “Eating”. We have also had presentations about Alternative Fuels as well as How To Reduce Our Ecological Footprint. Join us as we learn more about how this topic affects all of our lives. You can contact Noel Cleland at 305-788-1279 or you can join the on-line group set up to address these concerns. Go to Google Groups (http://groups.google.com/) and type in “Global Warning” to view the latest information and add your name to the group if you so desire.
One Great Hour of Sharing: is the relief, refugee and development fund of the United Church of Christ. Through our gifts to One Great Hour of Sharing, United Church of Christ members reach out in the name of Christ to:
Build sustainable communities. OGHS supports self-help programs in more than 80 nations to build sustainable communities that enable people and communities to stand against and rise above hunger, disease, illiteracy, and other forces of injustice that deny and destroy dignity.
Respond to disaster. OGHS provides emergency and long-term assistance to people in the aftermath of hurricanes, tornados, storms, floods, tidal waves, fires, explosions, technological disasters, civil strife, war, or other natural or human-caused events. On average, OGHS responds to a disaster once every 2.5 days.
Minister to refugees. OGHS responds with advocacy and help, hope and hospitality for people who have been uprooted from their home of origin. More than 30 million of the world’s people are uprooted at any given time.
Neighbors in Need: How do we, as a giving and generous congregation, help lift their spirits and wrap them in warm compassion? Neighbors in Need, a Special Mission Offering of the United Church of Christ, provides one way. This offering expresses a common commitment to justice, peace, education, and compassion. On World Communion Sunday you can help to promote economic development lifting the burden of poverty, foster human rights, promote racial and economic justice for those who are oppressed, and deliver hope for those lacking education. The needs are great, but so are the possibilities for change and for hope. One-third of the offering supports the work of the Council for American Indian Ministry.
Project Peru: Project Peru is a new mission of the church to provide wholeness and hope to the people living in the sacred Inca Valley at Coya, Peru. In partnership with the Kasuay Wasi clinic, the church is organizing and financing a medical team from Miami along with a small group of church members. It is a new endeavor, but one full of all kinds of wonderful possibilities.
To find out more about the ways to get involved in making a difference, Call the church office at 305.448.7421.
