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Special Programming
Sunday Forum: End of Life
November 8, 15, 22
Nobody likes to think about the end of life—our own or a loved one’s. Yet, it’s the one sure thing that we can know about the future: we will all die. As a parish community, we can help one another to prepare, though. Our 9 am Forums on November 8, 15, and 22 will offer us three opportunities to think and learn about end-of-life issues from the perspectives of your rector, a clinical social worker, and a physician.
You can expect conversations to include practical topics like planning your funeral, as well as spiritual and psychological topics like grief and loss.
Parish Commons Anniversary Luncheon
November 1
Please plan to attend the November 1 luncheon to celebrate the first anniversary of the Parish Commons following the 10:00am service. We are so fortunate that Salvatore’s Weddings and Event Venue will be providing the buffet. Salvatore’s graciously hosted our services during construction of the Commons, part of COS’ long and fruitful history with them. Also, please consider if there is anyone you’d like to invite to the luncheon – a former COS member or someone who might appreciate all COS has to offer.
Vigil on the Eve of an Election
November 2, 7pm
Please join us on November 2 at 7pm as we gather in prayer ahead of the Midterm Elections. This is a time to reflect as a community and hold space for peace and justice.
Weekly Programming
Weekly Sunday Worship
Spoken Eucharist at 8am
Eucharist with Musical Ensemble at 10am
Coffee hour following the 10am service
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Thursday Contemplative Prayer Group | 12:15p
This group gathers to explore various centering prayer practices. This is a wonderful opportunity to pause during a busy week and engage with silence and stillness.
Monthly Makers Gathering | Last Sunday
Calling all knitters, needle pointers, painters, coloring book aficionados, makers and crafters of all kinds! Join us for a monthly gathering on the last Sunday of the month at 12pm in the first floor conference room.
Midweek Eucharist | Tuesdays, 12:15pm
This simple, spoken service lasts about 25 minutes and folks are welcomed to stay for a little tea and fellowship following the service.
Monthly Evening Eucharist | 2nd Tuesdays
This service is offered on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm. This is a simple, spoken service with anointing prayers for anyone who wishes to receive them.
Antiracism Committee Monthly Meeting
One the first Tuesday of the month at 7pm the COS Antiracism Committee (ARC) meets to discuss ongoing programming and plans. All are welcome to these discussions.
Wednesday Morning Prayer | 10am
These weekly discussions, at 10am on Wednesdays, include prayer, reflection, and bible study around the upcoming Sunday scripture readings.
Witness Wednesdays | 12:15pm
Episcopalians from several nearby churches and friends gather weekly at the Immigration Court Building at 55 E Monroe, to pray for justice, mercy, and the dignity of every human being. All are welcome.
You can read more about this ministry here.
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