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Holy Week
- March 16.Holy Week begins on Palm/Passion Sunday as the CHUM Choir, instruments and organ offer the contemporary classic, Requiem by John Rutter. This sublimely gorgeous and contemplative work will provide a unique way to prepare for Easter.
- March 20. Maundy Thursday worship at CHUMC, 7pm
- March 21. Good Friday worship with Scripture & Silence at CHUMC, 7pm
- March 22. Ecumenical Easter Vigil on Holy Saturday, 7pm @ Reformation Church
- March 23. Easter Sunday!
Help Bring Easter Joy to Children in Need
As Easter quickly approaches, help us make this time of joy extra special for children in our neighborhood! CHUMC is working with Capitol Hill Group Ministry to sponsor Easter Baskets that are sure to bring a smile to a child's face. Our goal is to raise donations enough to sponsor at least 10 baskets at $25 a piece. If you would like to sponsor a basket for $25 (or contribute any amount) just write "Easter Baskets" on your check or offering envelope. Place your donation in the offering plate, or drop it by the CHUMC office during the week. For additional information, please contact Rich Bensman at rb@labindc.com or Jenna Welch at JennaAWelch@yahoo.com.
Care for Our Covenant
There will be a Covenant Care Ministry Team meeting in the Chapel today, Sunday, March 9th, immediately following worship. All are welcome and encouraged to join us as we look for ways to expand the vital, spirit-filled ministry of caring for each other, especially in times of greatest need.
Reconciling Potluck Next Sunday
Bring a dish to pass, or just yourself to the next Reconciling Potluck Sunday, March 16th at 6pm. We have plans to discuss General Conference 2008 and the issues that relate to gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender equality and the Methodist Church. We will have a representative from BWARM (the Baltimore/ Washington Area Reconciling Methodists), as well as a woman from Methodists for Social Action. We'll also learn how WE can make a difference in our church. Please do join us! Email or call Laura Rossbert with any questions: laura.a.robertson@gmail.com or 202-680-2064
The Road Trip Continues this Spring
The Gospel According to The Simpsons…
will be offered Sunday mornings, 9:45–10:45 (April 13 – June 15) Contact: Trista Soendker Nicholson at tsoendker@gmail.com or (202) 210-5081. Embark on an exploration of the laugh-out-loud funny Simpson family and the religious themes prevalent in the long-running television show. In this ten-session class, participants will read The Gospel According to The Simpsons: The Spiritual Life of the World's Most Animated Family. Topics will include prayer, morality, God, pluralism, the institutional church, hell and the devil, and the Bible.
Finding God in the Music of U2
will be offered Mondays 7pm–9pm (May 5 - June 23). Contact: Kirsten Gullickson (202) 262 – 8419 or kgullickson@prodigy.net The footprints of the Holy Spirit can be found in many places in contemporary popular media, including in the music of one of the world's greatest rock bands -- U2. This eight-week session will focus on finding God in their music. Whether you are a fan of U2 or not, join us as we look at how U2 lyrics are 'nicked from the Bible'. This is not a study about the members of U2; rather, it is an exploration of the major voices of Scripture that can be found in their music. A fair amount of visual and auditory media will be used.
… and don't forget our ongoing offerings!
Small Groups
As you continue along your Discipleship Journey, consider taking a few CHUMC folks along for the ride! Through CHUMC's Small Groups ministry, groups of about 6-8 people will covenant to meet together about once a week for fellowship and spiritual growth in a relaxed setting. By joining, you will have an opportunity to form deeper bonds with other folks here at CHUMC, explore your own faith, and learn from and celebrate the different steps others are taking along the way. Please contact Kira Maas (kira.ellen.maas@gmail.com, 202-487-0298) for more information.
Adult Sunday School
9:45am–10:45am, meets in the Chapel. The Adult Sunday School class is a relaxed group of seekers who gather each week to discuss biblical and theological issues as they relate to our daily lives.
Wednesday Night Bible Study
7pm – 8:30pm all year. Contact Sue Marullo at sue.marullo@verizon.net or (202) 543-3582 for details. Wednesday Night Bible Study meets in the church parlor for thoughtful discussions on scripture and its application to our own lives and that of our church community. The group chooses a book to read over an 8-10 week time period as a foundation for discussions. Feel free to jump on board at any time!
