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.
Book Discussion Group
Our next book is The Beekeeper of Aleppo by Christy Lefteri. We'll meet Tuesday, November 18 at 4:30pm in Friendship Hall to discuss this book.
"Nuri is a beekeeper; his wife, Afra, an artist. They live a simple life, rich in family and friends, in the beautiful Syrian city of Aleppo--until the unthinkable happens. When all they care for is destroyed by war, they are forced to escape. But what Afra has seen is so terrible she has gone blind, and so they must embark on a perilous journey through Turkey and Greece towards an uncertain future in Britain. On the way, Nuri is sustained by the knowledge that waiting for them is Mustafa, his cousin and business partner, who has started an apiary and is teaching fellow refugees in Yorkshire to keep bees.
As Nuri and Afra travel through a broken world, they must confront not only the pain of their own unspeakable loss, but dangers that would overwhelm the bravest of souls. Above all, they must journey to find each other again.
Moving, powerful, compassionate, and beautifully written, The Beekeeper of Aleppo is a testament to the triumph of the human spirit. It is the kind of book that reminds us of the power of storytelling."
Weekly Bible Study
Bible & Mystical Writings Conversation Group meets weekly on Thursday at 4pm on Zoom. ZERO experience in Bible study needed. Continuing our study of gnostic and noncanonical scripture, The Thunder, Perfect Mind, from the Nag Hammadi Library is up next. A translation can be found at:
www.gnosis.org/naghamm/thunder.html. 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 to our goings on and interesting commentary 😉. )
Mystical Ministry
Our next gathering is being planned. Stay tuned for details...
To attend, please call or email office@northmadisoncc.org, 203-421-3241.