Life Story Group Formation

Online

We form Life Story groups twice a year that will meet as many times as there are people in the group (usually 3-4) for about 2 hours at a time. We will form groups in the chapel after the service on 1/26. If you can't come in-person on the 26th and want to participate, please complete this form by 2/2. For more information about how exactly LSGs work, please watch this video → Sign Up   Life Story Group Expectations/Recommendations Confidentiality. We agree not to share even bits and pieces of others’ stories with people who are not in the group. Even without names. Even without identifying details. Even with our intimate partners. That’s how hurtful gossip can happen. Non-judgement. This is trickier because we’re talking about what happens in your heart. One way to avoid the appearance of judgment is to avoid asking questions or making comments. Just listen through to the end then thank the speaker for their story. But you’re not on your own with any feelings and thoughts that might come up after listening! The skill of being a member of a community requires practice and support. Always know you can reach out to our minister or a […]

Event Series Morning Zoom Meditation

Morning Zoom Meditation

On Zoom

We meet Monday thru Friday at 6:30 a.m. We’ll have a 20 min meditation together. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89407911270 Join the Meditation group to see the Zoom password. You can also contact us here to request it.

Event Series Morning Zoom Meditation

Morning Zoom Meditation

On Zoom

We meet Monday thru Friday at 6:30 a.m. We’ll have a 20 min meditation together. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89407911270 Join the Meditation group to see the Zoom password. You can also contact us here to request it.

Event Series Morning Zoom Meditation

Morning Zoom Meditation

On Zoom

We meet Monday thru Friday at 6:30 a.m. We’ll have a 20 min meditation together. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89407911270 Join the Meditation group to see the Zoom password. You can also contact us here to request it.

Event Series Morning Zoom Meditation

Morning Zoom Meditation

On Zoom

We meet Monday thru Friday at 6:30 a.m. We’ll have a 20 min meditation together. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89407911270 Join the Meditation group to see the Zoom password. You can also contact us here to request it.

Event Series Morning Zoom Meditation

Morning Zoom Meditation

On Zoom

We meet Monday thru Friday at 6:30 a.m. We’ll have a 20 min meditation together. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89407911270 Join the Meditation group to see the Zoom password. You can also contact us here to request it.

Event Series Meditation Support Group

Meditation Support Group

Meditation Room

Join us monthly for practice, supportive conversation, and teaching meant for anyone interested in starting, deepening, or maintaining a regular meditation practice. If have been meditating daily for years and would like the support of others on a similar journey please consider attending. Also, perhaps you have always wanted to be able to meditate consistently but have run into barriers with starting or maintaining a consistent practice. All are welcome as we connect around deepening our practice of centering prayer and other forms of siting meditation. Childcare provided.

CTC Brew Crew

Sneaky Penguin Brewing Company

The CTC Brew Crew typically meets the first Sunday of the month from 4-6 p.m. at rotating locations. And don’t worry if you don’t drink beer—join us for a soda instead. We will meet up at Sneaky Penguin this February. Hope to see you there! Register

Event Series Morning Zoom Meditation

Morning Zoom Meditation

On Zoom

We meet Monday thru Friday at 6:30 a.m. We’ll have a 20 min meditation together. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89407911270 Join the Meditation group to see the Zoom password. You can also contact us here to request it.

ONE Wake – County Commissioner Action

Wake County Justice Center

Join 200+ members of ONE Wake institutions to make public comment at the Wake County Board of Commissioners meeting to ensure that the Commissioners are aware of our interest for the county to increase funding for the housing department from $40 million to $60 million. This would likely require the Commissioners to commit to putting the county's first ever affordable housing bond on the fall 2026 ballot. Please register today so we can keep you updated on this early 2025 action! Register

Event Series Morning Zoom Meditation

Morning Zoom Meditation

On Zoom

We meet Monday thru Friday at 6:30 a.m. We’ll have a 20 min meditation together. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89407911270 Join the Meditation group to see the Zoom password. You can also contact us here to request it.

Event Series Morning Zoom Meditation

Morning Zoom Meditation

On Zoom

We meet Monday thru Friday at 6:30 a.m. We’ll have a 20 min meditation together. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89407911270 Join the Meditation group to see the Zoom password. You can also contact us here to request it.

Zoom Book Discussion: Your Brain on Art

On Zoom

Gather on Zoom as we dive into the book Your Brain on Art by Ivy Ross and Susan Magsamen. Engaging in the Arts is vital to our well-being! The arts in its countless forms can quite literally rewire your brain. The more we participate in arts and aesthetics the healthier and happier we become. Your Brain on Art reveals how immersing ourselves in art can improve our physical and mental health, help us learn and flourish and build stronger communities. The arts can deliver accessible and proven solutions for the well-being of everyone. This book offers compelling research that shows how engaging in an art project — from painting and dancing to expressive writing, architecture and more — for as little as forty-five minutes reduces the stress hormone cortisol, no matter your skill level, and just one art experience per month can extend your life by ten years. A review from the book's website: "The neuroscience of beauty, of witnessing or creating music, art, dance is an untapped doorway to healing the brain, to changing the very structure and function of our brains and minds. Your Brain on Art, explores the new science of neuroaesthetics, a way of reimagining how to live that […]

Event Series Morning Zoom Meditation

Morning Zoom Meditation

On Zoom

We meet Monday thru Friday at 6:30 a.m. We’ll have a 20 min meditation together. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89407911270 Join the Meditation group to see the Zoom password. You can also contact us here to request it.

Event Series Morning Zoom Meditation

Morning Zoom Meditation

On Zoom

We meet Monday thru Friday at 6:30 a.m. We’ll have a 20 min meditation together. Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89407911270 Join the Meditation group to see the Zoom password. You can also contact us here to request it.

Bunco Night

Ashley's House

Bunco is a fun, social dice game that is easy to learn and so much fun to play. We need 12-16 players. All adults are welcome. This event will have a Valentine's Day/Love theme, so festive attire is encouraged. Here’s what you need to bring to play: $5 ante (goes toward cash prizes at the end) $5 wrapped gift called a "baby" (candle, chocolate, lotion, tea, gift card, etc.) Snack or drink to share Hope to see you there! It’s really fun! Register

Artsy Group Meetup

Chapel or Downstairs Area

Come join our creative collective that meets every second Saturday. If you are a little artsy? Or you just like art. It doesn't matter if you have never been creative—come anyway. It has been proven that participating in the arts in any form will rewire your brain to help you become less stressed as well as healthier and happier. This is an informal gathering for a few hours on a Saturday where folks can work on any sort of "artsy" project they'd like. But there will be a theme each month in case you would like to participate. The theme will be explained on the sign up page in notes prior to the weekend. BYO supplies There will be a suggested list in the notes. (although we can find plenty of markers etc. at the church) You may also bring a snack for yourself or anything to share. Supervised children are welcome. We will meet in the Teen Room unless there are too many that have signed up. It will be posted on the entry door if this is the case. If you're ready to get into a flow state while connecting with others, this Artsy Group is for you! […]

Event Series Drop-In Self Awareness

Drop-In Self-Awareness

Room 209

When we observe ourselves feeling and reacting from unsettling emotions like anger, sadness, and fear, the self awareness practice helps us investigate so we can release stories and patterns that no longer serve our wellbeing and so we can embrace ourselves and others with more compassion and grace. If you want to learn more about the self awareness practice, please drop in and observe 2 members of the Common Thread Community do this practice together. No prior knowledge or experience is required and everyone is invited and welcome. We will meet in Room 209. Feel free to bring your lunch/snack if desired. Get more information about self awareness here