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Have you ever wanted to read the whole Bible? Not sure where to start? Join your church family as we explore the story of God’s love from “In the beginning” to “a new heaven and a new earth.” Everyone who participates will receive a written guide with a daily reading plan and questions for reflection. In addition, there will be a weekly opportunity for fellowship and facilitated discussion in the Green Room or online. Contact Scottie Stamper for more information. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with God and with each other!

This class is offered at two different meeting times. Please register for the option that works best for you (choose one):
Mondays, 1:30 – 2:30 pm, Green Room – Register for Mondays
Tuesdays, 7:30 – 8:30 am, Green Room – Register for Tuesdays

A multigenerational community of women who gather to deepen their understanding of God’s Word and cultivate meaningful friendships. All women are welcome—invite a friend and join us as we grow in faith and community together.

This fall we will use Tish Harrison Warren’s newest book, What Grows in Weary Lands as our guide through an 8-week study. Registration is $10 (book and discussion guide)

Individually, we will read one chapter per week at home, then gather together to share insights, thoughts, and observations through a facilitated discussion.

• September 15 – Intro and Chapter 1
• September 22 – Chapter 2
• September 29 – Chapter 3
• October 6 – Chapter 4
• October 13 – Chapter 5
• October 20 – Chapter 6
• October 27 – Chapter 7
• November 3 – Chapter 8
• November 10 – Fellowship Brunch

Lifeline breaks during the winter, then gathers again in the spring for another 8-week session featuring a more traditional scripture-based bible study with lessons and chapters we review together.

Both sessions introduce beautiful opportunities for making new connections with other women at Christ Church, as well as opportunities for personal growth and renewal. Some weeks, life gets the best of us and the reading doesn’t happen – but by grace, the learning and the fellowship still abounds. We are here for it all, and we hope you will join us!

Youth (grades 6 – 12) are invited to drop by the Youth Center every Tuesday from 3 – 5 pm. No agenda, just a chance to hang out and catch up. Come when you can!

As part of their search for the 13th Bishop of the Diocese of North Carolina, the Search Committee is hosting a series of listening sessions. They want to gather your thoughts, hopes, and prayers as they work to nominate a slate of candidates for bishop of this diocese, so that, in the words of the Prayer Book, “we may receive a faithful pastor, who will care for your people and equip us for our ministries.” Your experience and your hopes for the diocese matter, and they will help shape this search.

SESSION SCHEDULE AND BISHOP SEARCH INFO

OPEN SESSIONS | Online, open to any member of the diocese | Spanish translation available
November 10 (Tuesday), 7-8:30 p.m. via Zoom | Register
November 11 (Wednesday), 3-4:30 p.m. via Zoom | Register
November 17 (Tuesday), 7-8:30 p.m. via Zoom | Register
December 1 (Tuesday), 7-8:30 p.m. via Zoom | Register

CONVOCATION SESSIONS | In person, open to any member of the diocese
CHARLOTTE:
November 9 (Monday), 6:30-8 p.m., Christ Church, Charlotte in the Blue Room
November 10 (Tuesday), 6:30-8 p.m., St. Alban’s, Davidson

FOCUSED SESSIONS | Online and in person, open to members of the communities they serve
YOUTH: November 8 (Sunday), 6-7:30 p.m. via Zoom | Register
LGTBQ+: November 10 (Tuesday), 7-8:30 p.m. | Hybrid session

• In-person: The Trees, Durham
• Via Zoom: Register

This Bible study group uses the Reading Between the Lines curriculum to add to our understanding of scripture and to practice reflecting theologically on topics that arise from cultural and literary inspirations. Reading Between the Lines is open to all adults and is a deep dive into the place where the Bible’s story and our stories intersect. Please contact Scottie Stamper with questions.

Every baptized person is called to ministry, but often we face the difficult and subtle task of interpreting the richness of the church’s faith in a complex and confusing world. Education for Ministry (EfM) is Bible study and theological reflection group designed to help participants deepen their faith and connect the study of scripture with their real lives.

This group is led by Virginia Anderson and Tere Ey.

If you are interested, please fill out the EfM interest form and an instructor will contact you soon.

All are welcome to join us for this calming, spirit-filled practice led by Joyce Cmiel. The class is slow flow in nature with attention to the breath and mindfulness. Contact Joyce at joycecmiel@aol.com for more information.

Holy Eucharist and Prayers for Healing is a restorative, intimate worship service in our beautiful Chapel.

Come gather with us for Sacred Stitches—a time for knitting, crocheting, fellowship, and creating with purpose.

This fall, we’re offering an afternoon option for our Sacred Stitches community. Join us for time together as we knit and crochet items for those in our church community who may need comfort, care, and a tangible reminder that they are held in prayer. Optional: Before gathering for Sacred Stitches, you are invited to attend the Wednesday Noon Holy Eucharist and Prayers for Healing service from 12:00–12:30 p.m. What a meaningful way to begin our time together receiving a moment of prayer and healing before creating items that will offer comfort and care to others.

Whether you already knit or crochet, are just learning, or are simply curious about this craft and ministry, you are welcome. Come gather, connect, learn, and create with us. Together, we stitch comfort, care, and connection—one stitch at a time.

Children learn the basics of making music and healthy singing through age-appropriate play. Music Club is taught through the lens of the Kodály philosophy, with an emphasis on developmentally appropriate musical skills and lots of laughter! In addition to musical learning, singers experience what it is to be a part of a group, take turns, offer ideas, and express themselves.