news and announcements
New Family-Friendly Community Group
Starting Thursday, Feb 4, 6-7:30pm
Do you have to fall off the face of the earth when you have young children? Do significant relationships and a substantive spiritual life have to go out the window? The Christ Church pastors will lead a family-friendly group at College Avenue Presbyterian Church through March; we hope that by April the group will be established with everyone serving in different capacities. Dinner will be shared from 6:00-6:30; childcare will be shared among the group from 6:30-7:30 so that parents can pray and engage in a guided discussion without distractions. Kids will be home and in bed at a reasonable time. Please contact jonathan@christchurchberkeley.org if you are interested.
Newcomer Class
Sundays, Jan 31 to Feb 21, following worship services
After you have come to our Newcomer Meal, please join the pastors and other newcomers for a four-week, one-hour class to get to know one another, explore what we believe about Christianity, and discover how you can partner with Christ Church to put those beliefs into practice in your life, church, community, and city. We meet immediately following each worship service.
Ash Wednesday Worship Service
Feb 17, 7pm
Ash Wednesday is the first day of Lent, a season of 40 weekdays and 6 Sundays, culminating in Holy Week. During this solemn service of repentance and communion, those who wish may have ashes placed on their foreheads as a sign of repentance to begin this season of self-examination and spiritual renewal. We will gather at the Gaia Arts Center; please come and go as quietly as possible. Childcare is not provided.
New Family-Friendly Community Group
Starting Thursday, Feb 4, 6-7:30pm
Do you have to fall off the face of the earth when you have young children? Do significant relationships and a substantive spiritual life have to go out the window? The Christ Church pastors will lead a family-friendly group at College Avenue Presbyterian Church through March; we hope that by April the group will be established with everyone serving in different capacities. Dinner will be shared from 6:00-6:30; childcare will be shared among the group from 6:30-7:30 so that parents can pray and engage in a guided discussion without distractions. Kids will be home and in bed at a reasonable time. Please contact jonathan@christchurchberkeley.org if you are interested.
Newcomer Class
Sundays, Jan 31 to Feb 21, following worship services
After you have come to our Newcomer Meal, please join the pastors and other newcomers for a four-week, one-hour class to get to know one another, explore what we believe about Christianity, and discover how you can partner with Christ Church to put those beliefs into practice in your life, church, community, and city. We meet immediately following each worship service.
New Family-Friendly Community Group
Starting Thursday, Feb 4, 6-7:30pm
Do you have to fall off the face of the earth when you have young children? Do significant relationships and a substantive spiritual life have to go out the window? The Christ Church pastors will lead a family-friendly group at College Avenue Presbyterian Church through March; we hope that by April the group will be established with everyone serving in different capacities. Dinner will be shared from 6:00-6:30; childcare will be shared among the group from 6:30-7:30 so that parents can pray and engage in a guided discussion without distractions. Kids will be home and in bed at a reasonable time. Please contact jonathan@christchurchberkeley.org if you are interested.
Baptism and Beliefs
Sundays, Feb 28 to Mar 28 except Mar 7, Time TBD
Are you wondering whether you or your child should be baptized? Do you want to explore the meaning of baptism and the basics of the historic Christian faith?
Feb 28: Watch and discuss a video about baptism
Mar 14: “I believe in God the Father”
Mar 21: “I believe in Jesus Christ”
Mar 28: “I believe in the Holy Spirit”
Please contactjonathan@christchurchberkeley.org if you are interested.
New Family-Friendly Community Group
Starting Thursday, Feb 4, 6-7:30pm
Do you have to fall off the face of the earth when you have young children? Do significant relationships and a substantive spiritual life have to go out the window? The Christ Church pastors will lead a family-friendly group at College Avenue Presbyterian Church through March; we hope that by April the group will be established with everyone serving in different capacities. Dinner will be shared from 6:00-6:30; childcare will be shared among the group from 6:30-7:30 so that parents can pray and engage in a guided discussion without distractions. Kids will be home and in bed at a reasonable time. Please contact jonathan@christchurchberkeley.org if you are interested.
Lenten Prayer Retreat
March 5-7
The season of Lent is a time to draw closer to God in prayer. This co-ed retreat will involve corporate prayer, reflections on prayer, and directed silence in which to be alone with God for reading, journaling, and prayer. The retreat will be at St. Columba Retreat House near Point Reyes. There is space for thirty people, and the cost is $80 per person. Please contact jonathan@christchurchberkeley.org if you are interested.
Lenten Prayer Retreat
March 5-7
The season of Lent is a time to draw closer to God in prayer. This co-ed retreat will involve corporate prayer, reflections on prayer, and directed silence in which to be alone with God for reading, journaling, and prayer. The retreat will be at St. Columba Retreat House near Point Reyes. There is space for thirty people, and the cost is $80 per person. Please contact jonathan@christchurchberkeley.org if you are interested.
Parenting Roundtable
Saturday, March 6, 9-11am
College Avenue Presbyterian Church
Bart and Katie Garrett will host this interactive morning of learning and discussion at College Avenue Presbyterian Church (5951 College Avenue). This is a great opportunity to spend time with other parents in our church while discovering and discussing what it means to love our kids and families well. The cost of the event is $8 per adult and $3 per child, and covers brunch, childcare and materials. Please RSVP by February 25 to Emily George at emily@christchurchberkeley.org.
Lenten Prayer Retreat
March 5-7
The season of Lent is a time to draw closer to God in prayer. This co-ed retreat will involve corporate prayer, reflections on prayer, and directed silence in which to be alone with God for reading, journaling, and prayer. The retreat will be at St. Columba Retreat House near Point Reyes. There is space for thirty people, and the cost is $80 per person. Please contact jonathan@christchurchberkeley.org if you are interested.
Baptism and Beliefs
Sundays, Feb 28 to Mar 28 except Mar 7, Time TBD
Are you wondering whether you or your child should be baptized? Do you want to explore the meaning of baptism and the basics of the historic Christian faith?
Feb 28: Watch and discuss a video about baptism
Mar 14: “I believe in God the Father”
Mar 21: “I believe in Jesus Christ”
Mar 28: “I believe in the Holy Spirit”
Please contactjonathan@christchurchberkeley.org if you are interested.
Newcomer Meal 03.07.10
Sunday, Mar 7, following worship services
We invite you to join the pastors, other newcomers, and folks from the Christ Church community for a casual meal within the first several weeks or months of your first visit to Christ Church. You will get to know others in our community, hear the story, vision, and mission of Christ Church, and learn how you can be more involved in our worship and work. Fill out a Newcomer Card at the Welcome Table to let us know you are interested.
New Family-Friendly Community Group
Starting Thursday, Feb 4, 6-7:30pm
Do you have to fall off the face of the earth when you have young children? Do significant relationships and a substantive spiritual life have to go out the window? The Christ Church pastors will lead a family-friendly group at College Avenue Presbyterian Church through March; we hope that by April the group will be established with everyone serving in different capacities. Dinner will be shared from 6:00-6:30; childcare will be shared among the group from 6:30-7:30 so that parents can pray and engage in a guided discussion without distractions. Kids will be home and in bed at a reasonable time. Please contact jonathan@christchurchberkeley.org if you are interested.
Baptism and Beliefs
Sundays, Feb 28 to Mar 28 except Mar 7, Time TBD
Are you wondering whether you or your child should be baptized? Do you want to explore the meaning of baptism and the basics of the historic Christian faith?
Feb 28: Watch and discuss a video about baptism
Mar 14: “I believe in God the Father”
Mar 21: “I believe in Jesus Christ”
Mar 28: “I believe in the Holy Spirit”
Please contactjonathan@christchurchberkeley.org if you are interested.
New Family-Friendly Community Group
Starting Thursday, Feb 4, 6-7:30pm
Do you have to fall off the face of the earth when you have young children? Do significant relationships and a substantive spiritual life have to go out the window? The Christ Church pastors will lead a family-friendly group at College Avenue Presbyterian Church through March; we hope that by April the group will be established with everyone serving in different capacities. Dinner will be shared from 6:00-6:30; childcare will be shared among the group from 6:30-7:30 so that parents can pray and engage in a guided discussion without distractions. Kids will be home and in bed at a reasonable time. Please contact jonathan@christchurchberkeley.org if you are interested.
Baptism and Beliefs
Sundays, Feb 28 to Mar 28 except Mar 7, Time TBD
Are you wondering whether you or your child should be baptized? Do you want to explore the meaning of baptism and the basics of the historic Christian faith?
Feb 28: Watch and discuss a video about baptism
Mar 14: “I believe in God the Father”
Mar 21: “I believe in Jesus Christ”
Mar 28: “I believe in the Holy Spirit”
Please contactjonathan@christchurchberkeley.org if you are interested.
New Family-Friendly Community Group
Starting Thursday, Feb 4, 6-7:30pm
Do you have to fall off the face of the earth when you have young children? Do significant relationships and a substantive spiritual life have to go out the window? The Christ Church pastors will lead a family-friendly group at College Avenue Presbyterian Church through March; we hope that by April the group will be established with everyone serving in different capacities. Dinner will be shared from 6:00-6:30; childcare will be shared among the group from 6:30-7:30 so that parents can pray and engage in a guided discussion without distractions. Kids will be home and in bed at a reasonable time. Please contact jonathan@christchurchberkeley.org if you are interested.
Baptism and Beliefs
Sundays, Feb 28 to Mar 28 except Mar 7, Time TBD
Are you wondering whether you or your child should be baptized? Do you want to explore the meaning of baptism and the basics of the historic Christian faith?
Feb 28: Watch and discuss a video about baptism
Mar 14: “I believe in God the Father”
Mar 21: “I believe in Jesus Christ”
Mar 28: “I believe in the Holy Spirit”
Please contactjonathan@christchurchberkeley.org if you are interested.
New Family-Friendly Community Group
Starting Thursday, Feb 4, 6-7:30pm
Do you have to fall off the face of the earth when you have young children? Do significant relationships and a substantive spiritual life have to go out the window? The Christ Church pastors will lead a family-friendly group at College Avenue Presbyterian Church through March; we hope that by April the group will be established with everyone serving in different capacities. Dinner will be shared from 6:00-6:30; childcare will be shared among the group from 6:30-7:30 so that parents can pray and engage in a guided discussion without distractions. Kids will be home and in bed at a reasonable time. Please contact jonathan@christchurchberkeley.org if you are interested.
New Family-Friendly Community Group
Starting Thursday, Feb 4, 6-7:30pm
Do you have to fall off the face of the earth when you have young children? Do significant relationships and a substantive spiritual life have to go out the window? The Christ Church pastors will lead a family-friendly group at College Avenue Presbyterian Church through March; we hope that by April the group will be established with everyone serving in different capacities. Dinner will be shared from 6:00-6:30; childcare will be shared among the group from 6:30-7:30 so that parents can pray and engage in a guided discussion without distractions. Kids will be home and in bed at a reasonable time. Please contact jonathan@christchurchberkeley.org if you are interested.
New Family-Friendly Community Group
Starting Thursday, Feb 4, 6-7:30pm
Do you have to fall off the face of the earth when you have young children? Do significant relationships and a substantive spiritual life have to go out the window? The Christ Church pastors will lead a family-friendly group at College Avenue Presbyterian Church through March; we hope that by April the group will be established with everyone serving in different capacities. Dinner will be shared from 6:00-6:30; childcare will be shared among the group from 6:30-7:30 so that parents can pray and engage in a guided discussion without distractions. Kids will be home and in bed at a reasonable time. Please contact jonathan@christchurchberkeley.org if you are interested.
New Family-Friendly Community Group
Starting Thursday, Feb 4, 6-7:30pm
Do you have to fall off the face of the earth when you have young children? Do significant relationships and a substantive spiritual life have to go out the window? The Christ Church pastors will lead a family-friendly group at College Avenue Presbyterian Church through March; we hope that by April the group will be established with everyone serving in different capacities. Dinner will be shared from 6:00-6:30; childcare will be shared among the group from 6:30-7:30 so that parents can pray and engage in a guided discussion without distractions. Kids will be home and in bed at a reasonable time. Please contact jonathan@christchurchberkeley.org if you are interested.
New Family-Friendly Community Group
Starting Thursday, Feb 4, 6-7:30pm
Do you have to fall off the face of the earth when you have young children? Do significant relationships and a substantive spiritual life have to go out the window? The Christ Church pastors will lead a family-friendly group at College Avenue Presbyterian Church through March; we hope that by April the group will be established with everyone serving in different capacities. Dinner will be shared from 6:00-6:30; childcare will be shared among the group from 6:30-7:30 so that parents can pray and engage in a guided discussion without distractions. Kids will be home and in bed at a reasonable time. Please contact jonathan@christchurchberkeley.org if you are interested.
New Family-Friendly Community Group
Starting Thursday, Feb 4, 6-7:30pm
Do you have to fall off the face of the earth when you have young children? Do significant relationships and a substantive spiritual life have to go out the window? The Christ Church pastors will lead a family-friendly group at College Avenue Presbyterian Church through March; we hope that by April the group will be established with everyone serving in different capacities. Dinner will be shared from 6:00-6:30; childcare will be shared among the group from 6:30-7:30 so that parents can pray and engage in a guided discussion without distractions. Kids will be home and in bed at a reasonable time. Please contact jonathan@christchurchberkeley.org if you are interested.