CTC Brew Crew

R+D Brewing

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 R+D Brewing. Hope to see you there! Register

Mardi Gras Brunch

In the Chapel

Come kick off the Lenten season with a Mardi Gras brunch in the Chapel. The church will provide king cakes, quiches, and coffee/tea. After registering, you will be prompted to sign up to bring something (juices, baked goods, or fruit) if you can. Looking forward to celebrating together! While there is no fee for this event, if you'd like to make a donation to our "Events" fund, please do so here → Register

Ordination Ceremony

In the Chapel

Heather and Sue have come to the end of their year of ministerial discernment. It’s time for them to make their pledges to serve our community and the world in love, and for us to anoint and commission them as fully ordained ministers in the church. This will take place after our Mardi Gras celebration on February 11. Come be a part of this important event celebrating the life of our community and looking toward our future.

Life Story Group Formation

In the Chapel

We form Life Story groups that will meet as many times as there are people in the group (usually 3-4) for about 2 hours at a time. For Our Remote Community If you are a remote member or would simply prefer to meet remotely for a Life Story group, please use this form to note your preferences by 2/12 @ 6:00 p.m. Scott Shackleton will be in touch after the deadline with information about your group. Remote LSG 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 […]

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

Rise Against Hunger

In the Chapel

This is a joint event with Ridge Road. We need 40 volunteers on 2/25 to pack meals for the non-profit Rise Against Hunger. Help transform the chapel into a packaging space to put together hundreds of meal kits for those in need. While there is no fee for this event, if you'd like to make a donation to our "Events" fund, please do so here → Learn more about Rise Against Hunger → Register

Bunco Night

Morgan’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. 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

Hike at Umstead

Umstead Park

Let's gather for some trail hiking at Umstead Park. All trails are easy-to-moderate, and we'll choose a trail based on the group's interests. Dogs and children are welcome! Meet up at the Harrison Ave. parking lot. Register

CTC Brew Crew

Nikelpoint

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 Nikelpoint. Hope to see you there! Register

Donate to Easter Egg Hunt

Donate candy and prizes now through March 10 You can order something from our Amazon wish list here and have it sent directly to the kids' team! Donations of small, pre-wrapped candy and prizes (that will fit inside an easter egg) will be also be collected in the lobby now through March 10. Cash or check donations for purchase of candy and prizes are also welcome. (See Shelby Everhart or Haven Bornhoft.) Amazon Wishlist