adult enrichment
We encourage our members to use their gifts and interests to develop both spiritual and non-spiritual events, offering our congregation learning and fellowship opportunities.
In addition to Bible studies, special Advent and Lenten series, speakers from the local Missions we support, and pot luck suppers, we have also enjoyed an eagle watch, a wildflower hike, a discussion on exploring “Ways to Pray,” and a book club.
Weekly Bible Study
Bible & Mystical Writings Conversation Group meets weekly on Wednesday at 4:15pm on Zoom. ZERO experience in Bible study needed. If you are interested in a group that meets in the morning, evening, or lunch hour, make your interest known! We love to accommodate interested souls!
Wednesday Evening Vespers
Wednesdays at 9pm on Facebook Live. Pastor Heather reflects on whatever is on her mind, happening in the world, or dancing with the Spirit, and leads us in a meditative breathing exercise to help settle in for the night. Have you liked and followed North Madison Congregational Church on Facebook page yet? Why not do so now and help us expand our reach and keep you connected.
Book Discussion Group
Our next book is Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. We'll meet Tuesday, May 12 at 4:30pm in Friendship Hall to discuss this book.
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After Tova Sullivan’s husband died, she began working the night shift at the Sowell Bay Aquarium, mopping floors and tidying up. Keeping busy has always helped her cope, which she’s been doing since her eighteen-year-old son, Erik, mysteriously vanished on a boat in Puget Sound over thirty years ago.
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Tova becomes acquainted with curmudgeonly Marcellus, a giant Pacific octopus living at the aquarium. Marcellus knows more than anyone can imagine but wouldn’t dream of lifting one of his eight arms for his human captors—until he forms a remarkable friendship with Tova.
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Ever the detective, Marcellus deduces what happened the night Tova’s son disappeared. And now Marcellus must use every trick his old invertebrate body can muster to unearth the truth for her before it’s too late.
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Shelby Van Pelt’s debut novel is a gentle reminder that sometimes taking a hard look at the past can help uncover a future that once felt impossible.​​
Mystical Ministry
Our next gathering is being planned. Stay tuned for details...
To attend, please call or email office@northmadisoncc.org, 203-421-3241.