Home > fellowship CONGREGATIONAL EVENTS How is our social life? That is the question Congregational Life Committee asks itself each day. How are our new members doing in this church community? How are our members and friends getting to know one another? Is everyone finding their niche and getting to know one another? Through several special events each year, members and friends of all ages have the opportunity to gather for fun. For example:
From time to time special events from various groups are part of the calendar. Major speakers come for retreats, workshops, classes, and worship; people like J. Barrie Shepherd, Ann Weems, Bob Bohl, and community leaders like Dr. Gene Harris and Janet Jackson. The harvest Bazaar and Spring Yard Sale by the Presbyterian Women bring us together. Holiday events include the Advent Celebration, Children’s Pageant and Spaghetti Dinner. Every age group and church group gets in on the action.
NEW MEMBER CLASSES Classes for those considering membership at Broad Street are offered through out the year. This time with the pastors gives participants a chance to learn and ask questions about Presbyterianism and this church. Contact one of the pastors or the church office if you are interested in joining this family of faith. PLENTY OF SMALL GROUPS Dine with Nine is a program of small dinner groups. Each September and February everyone is invited to sign up for “Dine with Nine” and come to a potluck at the church. Each participant is assigned to a group of about nine people—single and married. Each group sets its own schedule for monthly dinners during the next four months. The groups are re-formed in February so that more people may sign up, and more people can meet one another. Dine with Nine is one of the best ways to get to know people at Broad Street. Pizza & Prose is a once a month get together to eat, share one another's company and discuss the book of the month. The group meets on a Friday evening starting with pizza at 6:00p.m. and the book discussion at 7. Members take turns hosting the group in their homes. Presbyterian Women - Every woman at Broad Street belongs to Presbyterian Women. Click here to learn more about the Broad Street Presbyterian Women. The Men's Study Group - meets the second Mondays at 7:00am. Click here to learn more. FAMILY MINISTRIES Families come in many shapes and sizes. Broad Street families gather regularly for fun and learning, for social and service opportunities. Sometimes it’s Movie Night for families, sometimes it’s a service project like Angel Tree, sometimes it’s the Family Retreat, to name a few. Watch the Broadstreeter and bulletin for events for the whole family, no matter what shape or size. THE DEACONS AND CONGREGATIONAL LIFE The Board of Deacons hosts a number of congregational events throughout the year. A light meal after World Communion in October and the Christmas Eve Wassail Hour following both Christmas Eve worship services, “College Connection” a mail ministry of food and support encourages college students who are away form home, are examples. Deacons offer care to the whole church checking in with members and friends during good times and bad. To find out who your Deacon is, call the church office. SPONTANEOUS POSSIBILITIES From time to time an interest emerges, plans are made, and a social event or group is put forth by the Congregational Life Committee or by members of the church. Examples have been: a golf outing, a night at the theatre, singles’ gatherings, the new young adult group, or Elastic Bands. Some are for one event, and some become ongoing groups. The Committee welcomes and applauds your requests and desire to start a group or plan events. They will help you with start up funds and publicity. SO, HOW DO I GET INVOLVED? Please speak to a pastor or call the church office at 221-6552. A booklet entitled the “Time and Talent Reference Guide” is available to help. It lists each activity and committee, gives a brief description and contact person. Be a part of Christ’s community in action! |
