BINGO IN THE PARK WAS A BIG HIT!
The first event of the Summer Pop-Ups was held on Wednesday, June 21, 2-23! We had over 50 bingo participants of all ages yelling out "BINGO", "BOOP" and "JUST ONE MORE"!
The Conversation Continues
One way to describe a sermon is as “a small piece of the Church’s ongoing conversation.” There are obviously two sides to that equation: there is what gets said prior to any given sermon that preachers account for (scholarly commentaries and everyday conversations), as well as the discourse that continues afterward, when the sermon is no longer the preacher’s but hopefully living on in the people who heard it.
Progress and Entertainment
Demolition on the east side of the building continues to draw crowds!
Next 100 Groundbreaking Blends Generations to Continue a Legacy
The sun was not shining, but the excitement in the air and the smiles on faces definitely brightened the “Next 100 Groundbreaking” that was held on Sunday, March 26, 2023. Over 150 people of all ages gathered on the east side of the church where the most visible renovations will be taking place.
Reverend Bryce Bowers Biography
Reverend Bryce Bowers joined our clergy as the Executive Minister on January 15, 2023. Bryce’s roles include leading the engagement and enrichment ministry of our church.
Change of Season
All this autumnal beauty is a halo around winter’s death and dormancy. This sublime enchantment is a last act, a valedictory display only possible because these leaves are starving. They will not go gentle into the night but blaze against the dying of their light. And here I am: stunned and grateful Read More...
What’s So Good About the Good News?
The word “gospel” is used in the New Testament to translate a Greek word meaning “good news.” But what’s so good about it, and is it good for everyone?
Blessed Are the…
Mike was right. I lobbied for a four-week series on the Beatitudes but Dr. Mike Graves thought eight would be better since there are eight beatitudes. I thought you might get bored. Or I would! But now that we are approaching week eight, I realize that there is so much left to Read More...
A Thanksgiving Prayer
During this season of giving, we are grateful to you for your generosity to Country Club Christian Church. Thank you for your faithful support of our ministries, today and every day.
The Power of Unity
When I was a little girl, my Dad and I would take walks in the park or golf course and pick up pecans from the ground. Then we would come home and sit down together on the floor in front of the fire and crack them open. But I only learned recently Read More...
What Makes a Life Worth Living?
By Dr. Mike Graves, Scholar in Residence and Minister of Spiritual Formation Three years ago this January, the New York Times published an article, “Yale’s Most Popular Course Ever: Happiness.” The course was actually called Psychology and the Good Life, and within six days of being listed for the previous fall semester, Read More...
Tattered Angel
When Dave and I wed in Telluride Colorado, his 12 year old Kyle and 18 year old Karmen, flew by themselves to meet us on the snow covered peaks. They carried with them fancy clothes for the wedding, ski clothes for their first try on the slopes and a large box containing Read More...
Sermon Series: The Poetry of Paul
A sizable portion of the New Testament consists of letters to the church from the Apostle Paul, challenging and encouraging readers. What often goes unnoticed is the poetry within those letters, offering beauty and rhythm in an ugly world often out of sync. Join us for this three-part series on The Poetry of Paul.
Little Miracles
As your pastor I want to be strong. But I would be lying if I told you have not had some sleepless nights and some melt-down moments. At times my heart feels full and I know for certain that we will emerge stronger at the end of this. But at other times Read More...
Carla’s Candids for Friday, March 22
It was 4 a.m. and I was groggy-eyed on the way to catch a 6 a.m. flight, when I heard about the massacre of 50 worshipers in New Zealand. I confess that initially I only felt numb. One more shooting. We all know what follows: talk of sensible gun laws and improved Read More...
