Lectionary Group – Sunday Morning Bible Study

Do you like getting to the movies a little early so you can watch the previews?
Do you read the book jacket so you get a peek at what’s ahead?

Well, I have a deal for you!  Come join us in the Library on Sunday at 9:15  to explore the readings and see how the Spirit moves in us.  We are meeting from 9:15 – 10:15 ish (to allow choir folks an opportunity to join us – Hi Choir!) For more information, contact Karen Foree or the church office.

Catalyst Classes – Thursday via Zoom 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.

For information or zoom links, please contact the church office.
Thursdays, February 16 – March 30  A seven-week Lenten study of “WORDS TO LIVE BY” taught by Rev. Jim Collier.

Thursdays, April 13 – May 11  A five-week read-and-discuss class on  “Hope: A User’s Manual” by Mary Ann McKibben Dana, taught by Barbara Miller, a retired Church Educator in our denomination. This is a  book about Real Hope, spiritual hope that meets the chaos of today head on.

Thursdays at Noon in the CPC Sanctuary

Dec. 8 – Austin Handbell Ensemble, directed by Bob Avant. Come enjoy the sounds of the holidays with this fabulous handbell ensemble.

Dec. 15 – Noonday Concerts close out the Advent series with Pinnacle Brass, one of the finest brass quintets in Central Texas, playing a selection of holiday tunes.

Parking for concerts: Parking is $10 @ First Baptist’s Garage, or often street (metered) parking on Trinty between 8th & 10th Streets. Or there is 2 hour free parking at the Capitol Visitors’ Parking Garage at 12th & San Jacinto.

Saturday, Dec. 24, at 5 p.m.

Christmas Eve Candle Light Communion Service*

At this contemplative service of lessons and carols, the Christmas story will be shared through inspired music, prayer, and Scripture readings.

After the service, our fabulous Deacons will host a Christmas cookie party. Please bring treats to share!

Sunday, Dec. 25, 11 a.m.

Christmas Day Worship*

The sanctuary will be open on Christmas morning , and we will stream the service for folks at home. If you join us in person, please feel free to wear comfy clothes or even warm Christmas jammies. After the service we’ll have cookies and hot chocolate in Smoot Hall.

*On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, we are collecting diapers for Any Baby Can, a nonprofit that partners with low-income families to build stability, develop skills, and unlock each child’s full potential. Bring a pack of diapers and drop them in the pack and play set up in the Narthex.

Your Central Presbyterian Church Stewardship Team is excited to begin the Annual Pledge Campaign for 2023.

This year we ask you to Reflect, Respond, and Rise.

Together we will reflect on what we learned throughout the pandemic so we can respond to God’s call, and rise with faith to love and serve our community and each other. Stewardship Sunday is October 30. This year we ask you to make your pledge by that date. To make your 2023 pledge, please visit https://cpcaustin.org/stewardship/.