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Whether you are interested in social gatherings, Bible study, book groups, classes, or service opportunities, this is your hub for all manner of events. We hope to see you soon!

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Tears of Things joins HPP
Oct
2

Tears of Things joins HPP

More than a book study. Join the conversation!

Thursdays. September 4th - October 2nd 12:30 -2:00pm | CCMI Conference Room

NOTE: This group will join with the Hope, Peace & Prayer Group that will meet weekly for the duration of this study.

If interested, email beth@centenarymacon.org.

Looking for a place to connect?

Join us for five weeks of community building, conversation, and reflection, as we explore themes from our sermon series alongside highlights from Richard Rohr’s powerful book:

The Tears of Things:

Prophetic Wisdom for an Age of Outrage.

Each week, we’ll reflect on key points of the sermon and selected concepts from the book. Already familiar with the book?

Wonderful—come share your insights.

Haven’t had time to read it?

No problem—just bring yourself.

Come as you are, as we find hope and encouragement in one another,

deepen our sense of community, and perhaps even discover our own

prophetic voices along the way.

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Journey to Justice Study
Oct
3

Journey to Justice Study

Journey to Justice is back at Centenary Community Ministries, Inc.

In celebration of Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month, we will be reading Harvest of Empire by Juan Gonzalez. Latines are now the largest minority group in the US. This book offers portraits of true immigrant stories as well as the historical context of their migration. Join us for our first meeting on October 3rd at CCMI from 12-1:30 pm.

Reach out to let us know you’re interested by emailing Melissa at melissa@centenarymacon.org.

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Youth Sunday School
Oct
5

Youth Sunday School

Our Middle and High School youth meet twice monthly on the first and third Sundays of the month with Nicolas Milsap for a time of fellowship and discussion.

Nicholas is a student at Mercer University who is receiving a degree in secondary education. He enjoys working at Centenary’s afterschool program and with kids across the state in the summer as a part of passport camps with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship.

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World Communion Sunday
Oct
5

World Communion Sunday

Centenary UMC is a place where everyone is welcome at the table of grace to receive the Bread of Life and the Cup of Blessing known as Holy Communion. Join us on this special day, as followers of the Universal Christ around the world come together to receive that which is good and go out to share that goodness with the world.

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Journey to Justice Study
Oct
10

Journey to Justice Study

Journey to Justice is back at Centenary Community Ministries, Inc.

In celebration of Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month, we will be reading Harvest of Empire by Juan Gonzalez. Latines are now the largest minority group in the US. This book offers portraits of true immigrant stories as well as the historical context of their migration.

Reach out to let us know you’re interested by emailing Melissa at melissa@centenarymacon.org.

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Journey to Justice Study
Oct
17

Journey to Justice Study

Journey to Justice is back at Centenary Community Ministries, Inc.

In celebration of Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month, we will be reading Harvest of Empire by Juan Gonzalez. Latines are now the largest minority group in the US. This book offers portraits of true immigrant stories as well as the historical context of their migration.

Reach out to let us know you’re interested by emailing Melissa at melissa@centenarymacon.org.

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Movement & Meditation
Oct
18

Movement & Meditation

Laura Sugg will be offering an all-level yoga class every 3rd Saturday morning this Summer.

Her parents of Neuro-diverse children's meetup will follow the class on the 3rd Saturdays as well.

We are also delighted to share that our kids will get a special treat this summer as she leads them in children's church through a program called Grounded Kids which offers them Yoga & breathing practices to learn and also how incorporate those when big emotions arise!

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Youth Sunday School
Oct
19

Youth Sunday School

Our Middle and High School youth meet twice monthly on the first and third Sundays of the month with Nicolas Milsap for a time of fellowship and discussion.

Nicholas is a student at Mercer University who is receiving a degree in secondary education. He enjoys working at Centenary’s afterschool program and with kids across the state in the summer as a part of passport camps with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship.

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Sunday Morning Study
Oct
19

Sunday Morning Study

Sunday Mornings | September 7 & 21; October 19th; November 2 & 16; December 7

Join Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman for a study of David Zahl’s book, The Big Relief: The Urgency of Grace for a Worn Out World.

Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman is the Chaplain and Coordinator for Faith & Service at Wesleyan College in Macon, Georgia. Since joining Wesleyan in 2022, her daily ministry consists of meeting with students to explore spirituality, identity, and vocation. As a deacon in the United Methodist Church, Rachel lives out her call to compassion and justice by facilitating community partnerships, planning community engagement programming, and equipping students to volunteer in Macon. Beyond resourcing the campus ministries, Rachel leads the Wesleyan Disciples, the hallmark of Christian ministry at Wesleyan. The Wesleyan Disciples meet weekly on Monday nights from 7-8pm in the OSP Multifaith Prayer Room and regular faith and service programming is offered throughout the year.

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Oct
19

Arts & Crafts Fair

Join us after worship Sunday, October 19th from Noon to 3:00pm for a very special Arts & Craft Fair. A portion of the proceeds will support CCMI. Come ready to shop for paintings, pottery, books, photography, crocheted toys, baked goods and more.

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Journey to Justice Study
Oct
24

Journey to Justice Study

Journey to Justice is back at Centenary Community Ministries, Inc.

In celebration of Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month, we will be reading Harvest of Empire by Juan Gonzalez. Latines are now the largest minority group in the US. This book offers portraits of true immigrant stories as well as the historical context of their migration.

Reach out to let us know you’re interested by emailing Melissa at melissa@centenarymacon.org.

View Event →
Youth Sunday School
Nov
2

Youth Sunday School

Our Middle and High School youth meet twice monthly on the first and third Sundays of the month with Nicolas Milsap for a time of fellowship and discussion.

Nicholas is a student at Mercer University who is receiving a degree in secondary education. He enjoys working at Centenary’s afterschool program and with kids across the state in the summer as a part of passport camps with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship.

View Event →
Sunday Morning Study
Nov
2

Sunday Morning Study

Sunday Mornings | September 7 & 21; October 19th; November 2 & 16; December 7

Join Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman for a study of David Zahl’s book, The Big Relief: The Urgency of Grace for a Worn Out World.

Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman is the Chaplain and Coordinator for Faith & Service at Wesleyan College in Macon, Georgia. Since joining Wesleyan in 2022, her daily ministry consists of meeting with students to explore spirituality, identity, and vocation. As a deacon in the United Methodist Church, Rachel lives out her call to compassion and justice by facilitating community partnerships, planning community engagement programming, and equipping students to volunteer in Macon. Beyond resourcing the campus ministries, Rachel leads the Wesleyan Disciples, the hallmark of Christian ministry at Wesleyan. The Wesleyan Disciples meet weekly on Monday nights from 7-8pm in the OSP Multifaith Prayer Room and regular faith and service programming is offered throughout the year.

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All Saints Sunday
Nov
2

All Saints Sunday

Join us for this beautiful and poignant worship service on November 3, 2024, as we remember the lives and contributions of those who have died during the past year. We will call the names aloud and light candles of remembrance.

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Movement & Meditation
Nov
15

Movement & Meditation

Laura Sugg will be offering an all-level yoga class every 3rd Saturday morning this Summer.

Her parents of Neuro-diverse children's meetup will follow the class on the 3rd Saturdays as well.

We are also delighted to share that our kids will get a special treat this summer as she leads them in children's church through a program called Grounded Kids which offers them Yoga & breathing practices to learn and also how incorporate those when big emotions arise!

View Event →
New Sunday Morning Study
Nov
16

New Sunday Morning Study

Sunday Mornings | September 7 & 21; October 19th; November 2 & 16; December 7

Join Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman for a study of David Zahl’s book, The Big Relief: The Urgency of Grace for a Worn Out World.

Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman is the Chaplain and Coordinator for Faith & Service at Wesleyan College in Macon, Georgia. Since joining Wesleyan in 2022, her daily ministry consists of meeting with students to explore spirituality, identity, and vocation. As a deacon in the United Methodist Church, Rachel lives out her call to compassion and justice by facilitating community partnerships, planning community engagement programming, and equipping students to volunteer in Macon. Beyond resourcing the campus ministries, Rachel leads the Wesleyan Disciples, the hallmark of Christian ministry at Wesleyan. The Wesleyan Disciples meet weekly on Monday nights from 7-8pm in the OSP Multifaith Prayer Room and regular faith and service programming is offered throughout the year.

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Youth Sunday School
Nov
16

Youth Sunday School

Our Middle and High School youth meet twice monthly on the first and third Sundays of the month with Nicolas Milsap for a time of fellowship and discussion.

Nicholas is a student at Mercer University who is receiving a degree in secondary education. He enjoys working at Centenary’s afterschool program and with kids across the state in the summer as a part of passport camps with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship.

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Annual Lighting of the Star
Nov
30

Annual Lighting of the Star

This community event is a longstanding tradition at Centenary and one of the favorite things that we do all year long. Pack up the kids and bring your neighbors as we gather for the lighting of the star atop the sanctuary. We’ll have a light supper and hot chocolate, sing carols and read the Christmas story to mark the beginning of the season of Advent.

P.S. Don’t forget to bring items to stock our Community Fridge and Pantry as an offering to place in the manger tonight.

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Sunday Morning Study
Dec
7

Sunday Morning Study

Sunday Mornings | September 7 & 21; October 19th; November 2 & 16; December 7

Join Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman for a study of David Zahl’s book, The Big Relief: The Urgency of Grace for a Worn Out World.

Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman is the Chaplain and Coordinator for Faith & Service at Wesleyan College in Macon, Georgia. Since joining Wesleyan in 2022, her daily ministry consists of meeting with students to explore spirituality, identity, and vocation. As a deacon in the United Methodist Church, Rachel lives out her call to compassion and justice by facilitating community partnerships, planning community engagement programming, and equipping students to volunteer in Macon. Beyond resourcing the campus ministries, Rachel leads the Wesleyan Disciples, the hallmark of Christian ministry at Wesleyan. The Wesleyan Disciples meet weekly on Monday nights from 7-8pm in the OSP Multifaith Prayer Room and regular faith and service programming is offered throughout the year.

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Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Dec
24

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

Another of Centenary’s treasured traditions is the Christmas Eve Candlelight Communion Service at 5:00 PM. This family friendly service includes the reading of the Christmas story, a brief homily, and your favorite Christmas carols in addition to Holy Communion. It is especially important to know at this time of year’s always, that ours is a truly open communion table offering the Bread of Life and Cup of Blessing to all who wish to receive it. We hope you and your extended family and friends will plan to make this special service part of your annual tradition as well.

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Grief, Doubt, & Hope
Sep
30

Grief, Doubt, & Hope

Join Karlan Holik Tuesday evenings for a discussion of Grief, Doubt, & Hope

6:00-7:00pm | Downstairs classroom | Sept. 16th through October

* WHERE IS GOD WHEN BAD THINGS HAPPEN?

* DOES PRAYER REALLY MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

* IS THE BIBLE TRUE?

* DOES HEAVEN EXIST?

TOGETHER WE WILL:

* EXPLORE DOUBT AS A PATHWAY TO DEEPER FAITH

* ENGAGE WITH SCRIPTURE, CHRISTIAN TRADITION, AND

REAL-LIFE STORIES USING ADAM HAMILTON’S BOOK, WRESTLING WITH DOUBT, FINDING FAITH

* DISCOVER HOW TRUST IN GOD CAN GROW THROUGH HONEST QUESTIONS

* CREATE A SAFE SPACE FOR DISCUSSION AND REFLECTION

OPEN TO LONGTIME BELIEVERS, NEW SEEKERS, AND ANYONE WITH QUESTIONS.

FOR MORE INFO OR TO RSVP: OFFICE@CENTENARYMACON.ORG

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Screen on the Green
Sep
25

Screen on the Green

All are invited to this family-friendly fundraiser benefitting CCMI!

We'll have:

  • An outdoor screening of the movie Coco

  • Cozy firepits & s'mores

  • A large "ofrenda" - or alter offering. Bring photos of the saints you have lost to add to our offering and honor their memory.

  • Homemade plates of Mexican food included in your donation!

October 25th Food at 5:30pm; Movie at 6pm

$25 (per family) Suggested Donation; all proceeds will go toward CCMI.

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Tears of Things joins HPP
Sep
25

Tears of Things joins HPP

More than a book study. Join the conversation!

Thursdays. September 4th - October 2nd 12:30 -2:00pm | CCMI Conference Room

NOTE: This group will join with the Hope, Peace & Prayer Group that will meet weekly for the duration of this study.

If interested, email beth@centenarymacon.org.

Looking for a place to connect?

Join us for five weeks of community building, conversation, and reflection, as we explore themes from our sermon series alongside highlights from Richard Rohr’s powerful book:

The Tears of Things:

Prophetic Wisdom for an Age of Outrage.

Each week, we’ll reflect on key points of the sermon and selected concepts from the book. Already familiar with the book?

Wonderful—come share your insights.

Haven’t had time to read it?

No problem—just bring yourself.

Come as you are, as we find hope and encouragement in one another,

deepen our sense of community, and perhaps even discover our own

prophetic voices along the way.

View Event →
Grief, Doubt, & Hope
Sep
23

Grief, Doubt, & Hope

Join Karlan Holik Tuesday evenings for a discussion of Grief, Doubt, & Hope

6:00-7:00pm | Downstairs classroom | Sept. 16th through October

* WHERE IS GOD WHEN BAD THINGS HAPPEN?

* DOES PRAYER REALLY MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

* IS THE BIBLE TRUE?

* DOES HEAVEN EXIST?

TOGETHER WE WILL:

* EXPLORE DOUBT AS A PATHWAY TO DEEPER FAITH

* ENGAGE WITH SCRIPTURE, CHRISTIAN TRADITION, AND

REAL-LIFE STORIES USING ADAM HAMILTON’S BOOK, WRESTLING WITH DOUBT, FINDING FAITH

* DISCOVER HOW TRUST IN GOD CAN GROW THROUGH HONEST QUESTIONS

* CREATE A SAFE SPACE FOR DISCUSSION AND REFLECTION

OPEN TO LONGTIME BELIEVERS, NEW SEEKERS, AND ANYONE WITH QUESTIONS.

FOR MORE INFO OR TO RSVP: OFFICE@CENTENARYMACON.ORG

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Youth Sunday School
Sep
21

Youth Sunday School

Our Middle and High School youth meet twice monthly on the first and third Sundays of the month with Nicolas Milsap for a time of fellowship and discussion.

Nicholas is a student at Mercer University who is receiving a degree in secondary education. He enjoys working at Centenary’s afterschool program and with kids across the state in the summer as a part of passport camps with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship.

View Event →
Sunday Morning Study
Sep
21

Sunday Morning Study

Sunday Mornings | September 7 & 21; October 19th; November 2 & 16; December 7

Join Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman for a study of David Zahl’s book, The Big Relief: The Urgency of Grace for a Worn Out World.

Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman is the Chaplain and Coordinator for Faith & Service at Wesleyan College in Macon, Georgia. Since joining Wesleyan in 2022, her daily ministry consists of meeting with students to explore spirituality, identity, and vocation. As a deacon in the United Methodist Church, Rachel lives out her call to compassion and justice by facilitating community partnerships, planning community engagement programming, and equipping students to volunteer in Macon. Beyond resourcing the campus ministries, Rachel leads the Wesleyan Disciples, the hallmark of Christian ministry at Wesleyan. The Wesleyan Disciples meet weekly on Monday nights from 7-8pm in the OSP Multifaith Prayer Room and regular faith and service programming is offered throughout the year.

View Event →
Movement & Meditation
Sep
20

Movement & Meditation

Laura Sugg will be offering an all-level yoga class every 3rd Saturday morning this Summer.

Her parents of Neuro-diverse children's meetup will follow the class on the 3rd Saturdays as well.

We are also delighted to share that our kids will get a special treat this summer as she leads them in children's church through a program called Grounded Kids which offers them Yoga & breathing practices to learn and also how incorporate those when big emotions arise!

View Event →
Grief, Doubt, & Hope
Sep
16

Grief, Doubt, & Hope

Join Karlan Holik Tuesday evenings for a discussion of Grief, Doubt, & Hope

6:00-7:00pm | Downstairs classroom | Sept. 16th through October

* WHERE IS GOD WHEN BAD THINGS HAPPEN?

* DOES PRAYER REALLY MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

* IS THE BIBLE TRUE?

* DOES HEAVEN EXIST?

TOGETHER WE WILL:

* EXPLORE DOUBT AS A PATHWAY TO DEEPER FAITH

* ENGAGE WITH SCRIPTURE, CHRISTIAN TRADITION, AND

REAL-LIFE STORIES USING ADAM HAMILTON’S BOOK, WRESTLING WITH DOUBT, FINDING FAITH

* DISCOVER HOW TRUST IN GOD CAN GROW THROUGH HONEST QUESTIONS

* CREATE A SAFE SPACE FOR DISCUSSION AND REFLECTION

OPEN TO LONGTIME BELIEVERS, NEW SEEKERS, AND ANYONE WITH QUESTIONS.

FOR MORE INFO OR TO RSVP: OFFICE@CENTENARYMACON.ORG

View Event →
Tears of Things joins HPP
Sep
11

Tears of Things joins HPP

More than a book study. Join the conversation!

Thursdays. September 4th - October 2nd 12:30 -2:00pm | CCMI Conference Room

NOTE: This group will join with the Hope, Peace & Prayer Group that will meet weekly for the duration of this study.

If interested, email beth@centenarymacon.org.

Looking for a place to connect?

Join us for five weeks of community building, conversation, and reflection, as we explore themes from our sermon series alongside highlights from Richard Rohr’s powerful book:

The Tears of Things:

Prophetic Wisdom for an Age of Outrage.

Each week, we’ll reflect on key points of the sermon and selected concepts from the book. Already familiar with the book?

Wonderful—come share your insights.

Haven’t had time to read it?

No problem—just bring yourself.

Come as you are, as we find hope and encouragement in one another,

deepen our sense of community, and perhaps even discover our own

prophetic voices along the way.

View Event →
Adult Interfaith Camp
Sep
7

Adult Interfaith Camp

Wednesdays, August 6th through September 3rd

Pot Luck Sunday, Sept. 7th

Come join us each Wednesday in August and the first Wed in September from 6-7PM, as we will meet at different faith communities to learn about their faith practices. We will gather together for a potluck dinner on Sunday Sept 7th at First Baptist Church of Christ at 6pm to celebrate community and all we learned.

Pot Luck Celebration at First Baptist Church of Christ

511 High Street, Macon

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"Ladies Luncheon"
Sep
7

"Ladies Luncheon"

"Ladies Luncheon" will hold their monthly gathering June 1st and will be dining at a local Macon restaurant. "Ladies Luncheon" is an exciting group of gay men & friends who meet up the first Sunday of the month for lunch & conversation. All gay men & their friends are invited to join!

For full details contact Don at 404-556-0729.

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New Sunday Morning Study
Sep
7

New Sunday Morning Study

Sunday Mornings | September 7 & 21; October 19th; November 2 & 16; December 7

Join Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman for a study of David Zahl’s book, The Big Relief: The Urgency of Grace for a Worn Out World.

Rev. Rachel Paul Hartman is the Chaplain and Coordinator for Faith & Service at Wesleyan College in Macon, Georgia. Since joining Wesleyan in 2022, her daily ministry consists of meeting with students to explore spirituality, identity, and vocation. As a deacon in the United Methodist Church, Rachel lives out her call to compassion and justice by facilitating community partnerships, planning community engagement programming, and equipping students to volunteer in Macon. Beyond resourcing the campus ministries, Rachel leads the Wesleyan Disciples, the hallmark of Christian ministry at Wesleyan. The Wesleyan Disciples meet weekly on Monday nights from 7-8pm in the OSP Multifaith Prayer Room and regular faith and service programming is offered throughout the year.

View Event →
Tears of Things joins HPP
Sep
4

Tears of Things joins HPP

More than a book study. Join the conversation!

Thursdays. September 4th - October 2nd 12:30 -2:00pm | CCMI Conference Room

NOTE: This group will join with the Hope, Peace & Prayer Group that will meet weekly for the duration of this study.

If interested, email beth@centenarymacon.org.

Looking for a place to connect?

Join us for five weeks of community building, conversation, and reflection, as we explore themes from our sermon series alongside highlights from Richard Rohr’s powerful book:

The Tears of Things:

Prophetic Wisdom for an Age of Outrage.

Each week, we’ll reflect on key points of the sermon and selected concepts from the book. Already familiar with the book?

Wonderful—come share your insights.

Haven’t had time to read it?

No problem—just bring yourself.

Come as you are, as we find hope and encouragement in one another,

deepen our sense of community, and perhaps even discover our own

prophetic voices along the way.

View Event →
Adult Interfaith Camp
Sep
3

Adult Interfaith Camp

Wednesdays, August 6th through September 3rd

Pot Luck Sunday, Sept. 7th

Come join us each Wednesday in August and the first Wed in September from 6-7PM, as we will meet at different faith communities to learn about their faith practices. We will gather together for a potluck dinner on Sunday Sept 7th at First Baptist Church of Christ at 6pm to celebrate community and all we learned.

Meeting this Week at Temple Beth Israel

892 Cherry Street Macon

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Adult Interfaith Camp
Aug
27

Adult Interfaith Camp

Wednesdays, August 6th through September 3rd

Pot Luck Sunday, Sept. 7th

Come join us each Wednesday in August and the first Wed in September from 6-7PM, as we will meet at different faith communities to learn about their faith practices. We will gather together for a potluck dinner on Sunday Sept 7th at First Baptist Church of Christ at 6pm to celebrate community and all we learned.

Meeting this Week with Quakers of Macon at Centenary UMC

1290 College St. Macon

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Adult Interfaith Camp
Aug
20

Adult Interfaith Camp

Wednesdays, August 6th through September 3rd

Pot Luck Sunday, Sept. 7th

Come join us each Wednesday in August and the first Wed in September from 6-7PM, as we will meet at different faith communities to learn about their faith practices. We will gather together for a potluck dinner on Sunday Sept 7th at First Baptist Church of Christ at 6pm to celebrate community and all we learned.

Meeting this Week at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox

859 1st St, Macon

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