Small Groups Booklet 2024

SMALL GROUPS BOOKLET 2024

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WHY SMALL GROUPS ARE IMPORTANT - FALL 2024 In a congregation our size, small groups are the primary way for people to connect with others while pursuing spiritual transformation in their lives. Small groups are a way of building an interconnected community, one in which we foster opportunities to sojourn together. When we nurture intentional relationships with one another, we embody a relational God – a God made known in the life and ministry of Jesus, who reminds us that wherever we gather in small numbers, the Christ Presence is with us.

All of our small groups embody four important values: Inviting, Growing, Connecting and Serving. Some groups may emphasize one value over another, but each group seeks to incorporate all four values. For example, while a book study group may be primarily about growing spiritually and intellectually through a book, it is also intentional about inviting others to join the group, connecting with one another to build community, and serving others through outreach.

Our small groups are also guided by the six covenants woven through the life of First Congregational Church.

These covenants help us to strive to live God’s vision of living in this world. The six covenants are Just Peace, Inclusive Language, Open and Affirming (LGBTQIA+ Welcoming), Creation Justice, WISE (Welcome, Include, Support and Engage in mental health ministries), and Accessible to All. To read more about these covenants click here.

We have three categories of small groups: New this Fall (Groups being introduced for the first time, book discussions, and Sunday Morning Forums); Ongoing Small Groups & Ministries (Bible studies, fellowship groups, discussion and support groups); and Mission & Christian Social Action Groups (ongoing groups focused on service, social justice and inclusion).

We hope the small group offerings at First Congregational Church will help you to discover and enrich your faith, to discern and use your gifts, and to build community within our congregation. Look through the many offerings, find something of interest to you, and get involved. Email the facilitator listed. If you have further questions or can’t contact the facilitator you may contact our Small Groups Coordinator, Susan Wilkinson, at 303-775-4642 or suemacnutson@gmail.com.

If you have an idea for a future small group, or are interested in leading a group, contact our Small Groups Coordinator, Susan Wilkinson, at 303-775-4642 or suemacnutson@gmail.com. You may also contact our Minister of Faith Formation, Lianna Campos, 303-442-1787 x103 or Lianna@firstcong.net.

“Where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.”

-- Jesus (Matthew 18:20)

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SMALL GROUPS BOOKLET 2024 CONTENTS

NEW THIS FALL BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP: ACTIVE HOPE SMALL GROUPS FOR LEARNING BIBLE STUDY MEMOIR WRITING MEN’S BOOK GROUP MEN’S BREAKFAST MOVIE GROUP ONLINE POETRY GROUP SUNDAY MORNING FORUMS WOMEN’S SPIRITUALITY GROUP WONDER WOMEN MUSIC GROUPS CHANCEL CHOIR CONGREGATIONAL BELLS JOYFUL NOISE FAITH SINGERS JOYFUL LITTLES MUSIC CLASS SMALL ENSEMBLES MINISTRIES OF SERVICE AND CARE COMMUNITY TABLE KNITTING MINISTRY MARTIE MCMANE ARTS MINISTRY MINISTRY OF LAST THINGS SPIRITUAL SUPPORT GROUP FOR CAREGIVERS SPIRITUAL SUPPORT GROUP FOR MENTAL HEALTH & WELLNESS SPIRITUAL SUPPORT GROUP FOR THOSE IN GRIEF SOUP KITCHEN TRAINS OF THE CARING MINISTRIES VISITATION MINISTRY JUSTICE MINISTRIES BOULDER CHAPTER NAACP CLIMATE ACTION TEAM GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION MINISTRY LGBTQIA+ AND ALLIES MINISTRY MENTAL HEALTH / A2A MINISTRY RACIAL JUSTICE MINISTRY SOCIAL GROUPS BRIDGE GROUP DINNERS FOR 7 FELLOWSHIP OF THE GRAPE (FOG) GENEALOGY INTEREST GROUP MONDAY BREAKFAST GROUP RUNNING GROUP TAI CHI X WOMEN 4

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NEW GROUPS THIS FALL BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP: ACTIVE HOPE Join us as we read and discuss Active Hope: How to Face the Mess We’re in with Unexpected Resilience and Creative Power by Joanna Macy and Chris Johnstone Let us journey together to co-create Active Hope in our church community. In this series we will guide each other in a journey of gratitude, grief, connection and ultimately transformation, moving from a business-as-usual model to active participants in the Great Shift needed to support each other and our world.

Date/Time: Location: Contact:

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Wednesday Nights (Dates: 9/25, 10/9, 10/23, 11/6, 11/20, 12/4) 5 – 6:30 pm Heritage Room Rich and Mary Catherine Molpus, mc@marycatherine.com

SMALL GROUPS FOR LEARNING BIBLE STUDY Join us for Bible study. It is a come and go event, so join us whenever you are available to attend. We read the passages together so there is no preparation needed. If you sign up, you will receive a reminder on the Monday of that week identifying the passages and providing the Zoom link where we gather. We try to find practical understanding for today’s life.

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1st, 3rd, and 5th (when applicable) Wednesdays, 5:30 – 6:45 pm Zoom John Bisceglia, johnbisceglia80305@msn.com

MEMOIR WRITING Have you ever wanted to write stories about your life experiences? Learn from other writers in a collaborative environment by writing in response to weekly “prompts” and then sharing your writing with the group. Our goal is to establish a regular writing practice. Writers in other genres – fiction, essays, non-fiction, journaling, or historical fiction – are welcome. We are looking for 2-3 new members who can commit to meeting weekly and to sharing their writing with others.

Date/Time: Location: Contact:

Every Wednesday, 1:15 – 3:00 pm Conference Room Nancy Wade, nmwade1@gmail.com, 303-579-7746

MEN’S BOOK GROUP A book study group for men reflecting on the books chosen by the group. If interested in exploring a men’s book group, please contact Dean Fowler via email. We will set the time to meet and the books to read during our first organizational meeting on Sunday, October 13, 2024, after church in the Chapel.

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TBD TBD Dean R. Fowler, dean@deanfowler.com, 262-271-5979

SMALL GROUPS FOR LEARNING MEN’S BREAKFAST Do you hunger for conversation that is more than just talk? Then join us for the much-famed Men’s Breakfast.

This is an open community of men who have a heart for our church community and our world. Every week we check in with one another, have a conversation around a theme or topic, and share our stories while taking a heart and head approach to inviting personal and communal transformation.

Date/Time: Location: Contact:

Fridays, 7 – 8:30 am Standish Room and Zoom Linda Kowatch, linda@firstcong.net

MOVIE GROUP Do you enjoy thought-provoking movies, popular releases, and “artier” films from the U.S. and abroad? We watch a film on our own. As a group, we discuss the movie of the month. During the first part of the conversation, we recall more concrete aspects of the movie: the characters, settings, events, and dialog. Then we deal with more abstract issues: motivations, intentions, meanings, and takeaways. Bring a snack to share and your own drink(s).

Date/Time: Location: Contact:

Second Fridays Monthly, 7 – 9:00 pm TBD by volunteer moderators Dean Fowler, deanfowler@gmail.com, 262-271-5979

ONLINE POETRY GROUP Join this lively, friendly group once a month to share and discuss poetry, the language of the spirit, as well as literature, art and current events, both personal and in the news. We share poems and other literature connected with an agreed-upon theme. Writing poetry is not a prerequisite. This group is a safe place to share writing and thoughts.

Date/Time: Location: Contact:

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Fourth Fridays, Noon Zoom Diana Shellenberger, diana.shellenberger@gmail.com

SMALL GROUPS FOR LEARNING SUNDAY MORNING FORUMS Gather with others on select Sunday mornings immediately before or after our worship service for learning opportunities which may include guest speakers and small group conversations on pertinent topics for living the Christian faith in our congregation and the community.

Date/Time: Location: Contact:

As scheduled on Sundays, 9:15 – 10:15 am or 11:45 am – 12:45 pm Standish Room See the Friday Weekly e-newsletter or the Sunday Morning Bulletin for schedule and details

WOMEN’S SPIRITUALITY GROUP Women’s Spirituality Group (WSG) welcomes all women interested in deepening their faith and sharing in a safe environment. Each week we share joys and concerns. We then often discuss books, podcasts, short films, or video series together. Our group welcomes guest presenters, and sometimes we visit local museums, walk and pray in a labyrinth, or explore other forms of spirituality. We are a weekly drop-in group currently meeting in person and on Zoom. Join us this week!

Date/Time: Location: Contact:

Tuesdays, 12 – 1:30 pm Heritage Room and Zoom Linda Kowatch, linda@firstcong.net

WONDER WOMEN Wonder Women is a “drop in” group of women who meet to share thoughts and experiences on “aging gracefully” after age 60 in our ever-changing world. The group chooses a book to read or a video to watch and then we come together to share thoughts, experiences and questions from our reading. We invite you to join us as we journey on our exploration of what it means to “age gracefully”.

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1st & 3rd Thursdays, 1:30 – 3:00 pm Heritage Room and/or Zoom Alma Alber, almaalber3@gmail.com, 303-449-5663

MUSIC GROUPS

CHANCEL CHOIR The Chancel Choir welcomes anyone interested in singing together, regardless of previous experience and ability to read music.

Date/Time: Location: Contact:

Thursdays, 7:00 – 9:00 pm Choir Room Kajsa Teitelbaum, Director of Music, kajsa@firstcong.net

CONGREGATIONAL BELLS The Congregational Bells meet on Tuesdays at 5:30 – 6:45 pm, and welcome anyone, regardless of previous ringing experience.

Date/Time: Location Contact:

Tuesdays, 5:30-6:45 pm Sanctuary Kajsa Teitelbaum, Director of Music, kajsa@firstcong.net

JOYFUL NOISE Joyful Noise is for children in K-5th grades. This is a great opportunity for our youngest children to learn more about the different aspects of music in a safe, fun and playful way.

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Sundays, 9:30 – 10:15 am Chapel Anne Martinez, Director of Children’s Music, anne@firstcong.net

MUSIC GROUPS FAITH SINGERS Faith Singers is for children in 6th-12th grades. We sing a great variety of music, from classic to contemporary Christian. No previous music skills are needed, only your interest in singing together with friends and having a lot of fun. Come and check us out!

Date/Time: Location: Contact:

Sundays, 11:45 – 12:30 pm Chapel Anne Martinez, Director of Children’s Music, anne@firstcong.net

JOYFUL LITTLES MUSIC CLASS This music class is for children 0-5 and their car takers. We meet in the nursery to sing and play seasonal songs and rhymes. The nursery is open for play after the class until noon. Drinks and light snacks available.

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Wednesdays, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm Nursery Anne Martinez, Director of Children’s Music, anne@firstcong.net

SMALL ENSEMBLES Various groups meet and make music together for our services, based on the need of specific services.

Let Kajsa know if you are interested in participating, and she will add you to the group.

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TBD TBD Kajsa Teitelbaum, Director of Music, kajsa@firstcong.net

MINISTRIES OF SERVICE AND CARE COMMUNITY TABLE First Cong partners with Bridge House, Community Table and other Pine Street churches to provide weekday evening meals to Boulder’s unhoused community. Each Friday evening 4:30 – 5:30 PM dinner is served in Plymouth Hall. Bridge House provides set up, the hot meal, and completes clean-up. FCC provides a host from 4 – 6 PM each Friday night. Please sign up (https://tinyurl.com/bdeuzds9) to be trained to serve as a host or to serve as a host if you are already trained.

Date/Time: Location: Contact:

Every Friday, 4:00 – 6:00 pm Plymouth Hall Linda Kowatch, linda@firstcong.net

KNITTING MINISTRY We knit prayer shawls for those in our church community in need of comfort and support in difficult times, baby blankets for new additions to our congregation, and blankets for graduating high school seniors. We knit on our own, but we come together several times a year to connect with one another. If you are interested in learning to knit, call Alma Alber and we can set up some time to work on knitting.

Date/Time: Location: Contact:

Tuesday, March 5 and April 23, 1:30 – 3:00 pm Heritage Room Alma Alber, almaalber3@gmail.com, 303-449-5663 Jane Strohm, jestrohm@comcast.net, 303-717-5432

MARTIE MCMANE ARTS MINISTRY The Arts Ministry’s mission is to create, encourage and promote opportunities for people to experience and explore the dynamic flow between spirituality and the arts. The Arts Ministry offers four major areas for involvement: Exhibitions , Worship , Workshops, and Collaboration and Outreach. This Ministry is open to anyone who has an interest in participating in any of these activities. You need not be an artist.

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First Thursday of the month, 3:30 pm Heritage Room or Zoom Melody Fuller, melodyfuller@comcast.net

MINISTRIES OF SERVICE AND CARE MINISTRY OF LAST THINGS The Ministry of Last Things seeks to display God’s love by supporting individuals and loved ones in discussing practical choices and embracing the mystery as we consider the transitions and challenges, we all face near the end of life. MLT members organize relevant and interesting programs for adult forums. Members of the Ministry are available to help members complete documents, answer questions and consider how to share their wishes and values with their loved ones. Resources are available at https://firstcong.net/ministry-last-things Date/Time: Location: Contact:

2nd Mondays, 3:30 pm TBD Nancy Wade, nmwade1@gmail.com, Jean Abbott, jabbott49@gmail.com

SPIRITUAL SUPPORT GROUP FOR CAREGIVERS The Spiritual Support Group for Caregivers meets on a monthly basis serving those who provide care for loved ones. The group is facilitated by volunteers and offers a safe and confidential setting where one can receive upport for the sometimes- challenging caregiver journey. The meetings are structured along respectful guidelines that foster sharing, reflection, and an invitational spirit.

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2nd Sundays, 2:30 – 4:00 pm Zoom Bill Forbes wmforbes1@gmail.com

SPIRITUAL SUPPORT GROUP FOR MENTAL HEALTH & WELLNESS A Spiritual Support Group for Mental Health and Wellness meets for persons who are affected with mental health challenges, as well as for family and friends. This confidential group provides a place to share, learn, and grow in a supportive environment. We welcome all faith traditions or none.

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2nd & 4th Mondays, 6:30 – 8:00 pm Zoom Anne Weiher, anne.weiher@gmail.com

MINISTRIES OF SERVICE AND CARE SPIRITUAL SUPPORT GROUP FOR THOSE IN GRIEF The Spiritual Support Group for those in grief meets on a monthly basis serving those who are at differing stages of grief for a variety of reasons. The group is facilitated by volunteers and offers a safe and confidential setting where one can receive support for the sometimes challenging journey. The meetings are structured along respectful guidelines that foster sharing, reflection, and an invitational spirit.

Date/Time: Location: Contact:

2nd Sundays, 12:30 – 2:00 pm Conference Room Bill Forbes, wmforbes1@gmail.com, Jean Manifesto, jam@jeanmanifesto.com

SOUP KITCHEN Once a month, we serve a hot lunch to community members who may not have food to eat. Eight volunteers are needed for each shift, and we will train you on the spot. The first shift is 9:00 am - 11:30 am (prepare food and serve). The second shift is 11:30 am – 2:00 pm (serve food and clean up). Sign up as an individual, family or small group here (https://tinyurl.com/5yfsytxu).

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4th Sunday of each month Plymouth Hall Soo Rhee, soo.rhee@colorado.edu, Linda Kowatch, linda@firstcong.net

TRAINS OF THE CARING MINISTRIES Looking for ways to care for First Congregational members? The Board of Community Life operates two caring ministries: THE MEAL TRAIN - provides meals to members in times of need on an occasional basis THE CARE TRAIN - sends cards or makes phone calls to members in times of need. You will receive email notification and specific information as needs arise among church members. If you are able, you can respond and make a difference. There is no minimum commitment.

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As needed As needed (Meal) Julie Graf Frye, Julie.graf.frye@gmail.com, (Care) Joanne O’Keefe, jnnokeefe@yahoo.com

MINISTRIES OF SERVICE AND CARE VISITATION MINISTRY The purpose of this ministry is to intentionally serve as the hands and feet of Christ to one another. We strive to offer the Ministry of Presence for those who are sick, shut in, isolated, or otherwise unable to come to weekly worship services or participate in church activities. We desire to accompany our members on this journey of life. Our ministry meetings are designed as mini retreats for reflection, spiritual deepening, training, and encouragement for members of the ministry.

Date/Time: Location: Contact:

Fourth Thursday of the Month, 4:00 – 5:00 pm Heritage Room or Zoom Linda Kowatch, linda@firstcong.net

I WISH THERE WAS A SMALL GROUP FOR...

Is there a book you’d like to discuss with others? A subject you’d like to tackle? A spiritual practice you’d like to learn more about? A group of folks you would like to ski or hike with? YOU can organize that group! Most of the Small Groups at First Congregational are initiated and organized by members of the congregation.

It’s not hard to start a new Small Group. If you would like to discuss a small group idea for the future contact Lianna Campos at lianna@firstcong.net or Susan Wilkinson at suemcnutson@gmail.com.

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JUSTICE MINISTRIES BOULDER CHAPTER NAACP The NAACP’s mission is to ensure justice, equity and inclusion for people of all colors. The NAACP does its work through various committees, including Education, Religious Affairs, Climate Action, Political Action, Criminal Justice, Freedom Fund/Economic Opportunity, and Communications. Joining the NAACP is of great value, even if one cannot participate in committees or attend regularly. The website is https://naacpbouldercounty.org or follow us on Facebook, Meetup, Twitter, and Instagram.

Date/Time: Location: Contact:

First Mondays, 6:30 – 8:30 pm Zoom Louisa Matthias, louisa@matthias.org

CLIMATE ACTION TEAM Are you concerned about climate change? Are you interested in joining a group of similarly concerned church members? The FCC Climate Action Group works on education, political action, worship and coordination with other churches. We would love to have you join us.

Date/Time: Location: Contact:

Fourth Tuesdays, 7:00 – 8:30 pm Hybrid - Conference Room and Zoom Caitlin Smith, csmitty12@gmail.com

GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION MINISTRY The Gun Violence Prevention Ministry (GVP) works to lessen the impact of gun violence in our community.

Gun violence is a public health issue. We promote gun safety measures in the state legislature and in our local governing bodies. We organize and promote gun safety events. We welcome new members as we begin 2025 by focusing our efforts on the mental and physical health of our youth.

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1st Monday of the Month, 5:30 pm Heritage Room Carol Young, ccyoung2010@gmail.com, Lauren Goldsmith, lrgoldsmith1@yahoo.com

JUSTICE MINISTRIES LGBTQIA+ AND ALLIES MINISTRY Because First Congregational Church is an Opening and Affirming Congregation, this group provides an intentional welcome to all in the LGBTQ+ Community and those who want to celebrate being an ally.

We gather once a month on Sunday following worship for a BYO lunch to fellowship, share our stories, and plan events to celebrate and advocate for LGBTQ+ justice. ALL are welcome to this group, so contact Linda to receive monthly emails with gathering locations and times. JOIN US! Date/Time: Location: Contact:

One Sunday Per Month Following Worship TBD Linda Kowatch, linda@firstcong.net

MENTAL HEALTH/A2A MINISTRY The Mental Health/A2A Ministry works to extend God’s extravagant welcome to all persons, seeking to understand, include, and empower people with all differing abilities and disabilities, apparent or unapparent. We work to reduce the stigma around disability and mental illness by providing educational opportunities, resources, and spiritual support for those who live with a disability or a mental illness and for their families and friends.

We develop programs, provide resources, and host conversations on disabilities and mental well-being.

Date/Time: Location: Contact:

Quarterly 3rd Tuesdays of the month at 7:00 pm. Email for exact dates.

Hybrid or Zoom Anne Weiher anne.weiher@gmail.com, Mary Catherine Molpus, mc@marycatherine.com

RACIAL JUSTICE MINISTRY The Racial Justice Ministry partners with organizations such as the NAACP, doing anti-racist work. We plan educational opportunities and experiential activities, for self-exploration, growth, and service. This group supports racial justice-themed services and shares other opportunities for learning and action for justice.

We hope you join us in leading our congregation in this important work. We are especially looking for folks who are willing and able to help with communications.

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2nd Mondays, 7 – 8:30 pm Zoom Matt Hess, hess.matt.j@gmail.com, Jessica Austin, jessgaustin@yahoo.com

SOCIAL GROUPS

BRIDGE GROUP Have some fun and join the dementia prevention club. We meet monthly on Saturday mornings to play social bridge. We have good fellowship, good snacks, and even sometimes some good cards. Come and join us in the fun. You don’t need to be an expert.

Date/Time: Location: Contact:

Saturdays, 10:00 am TBD John Edlin, 972-529-7410, Martha Jones, 720-836-8337

DINNERS FOR 7 Dinners for 7 is a fellowship program intended to build connections among adults through sharing a meal.

Participants are organized into groups of seven to meet three times on a potluck basis at homes, rotating hosting duties, with the host providing an entrée and others providing salad or dessert, or any other format that works for that particular group. Or they can meet for breakfast or lunch, or at a restaurant. Next registration is in January 2025.

Date/Time: Location: Contact:

Determined by each group of 7, expected to be three meetings.

TBD Karen Cumbo, kjcumbo@gmail.com, 970-222-0176

FELLOWSHIP OF THE GRAPE (FOG) Fellowship of the Grape (FOG) is a monthly gathering of aged over-21 people sharing wine (or non-alcoholic beverages) and getting to know each other informally. People host at their homes, choosing a theme and providing plates, napkins and a NA beverage. Couples bring a bottle of wine and a hearty appetizer to share.

Singles choose to bring either. The church provides wine glasses . Sign up to receive notice emails or to host.

All are welcome!

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4th Friday of Each Month, 6 – 8:00 pm Rotating location, volunteer hosts each month Marj Fowler, marjfowler@gmail.com

SOCIAL GROUPS

GENEALOGY INTEREST GROUP Whether you’ve been doing genealogical research for years or are just starting, you are invited to join the Genealogy Interest Group. Members with expertise in research based on family and public records and DNA will share their knowledge and experience as they are able. Face-to-face meetings will be scheduled occasionally for those interested in a particular topic. Email and text communication is used to keep members of this group informed about topics and to keep in touch with each other.

Date/Time: Location: Contact:

TBD TBD Keith Lance, keithlance@comcast.net, 720-232-5866

MONDAY BREAKFAST GROUP We are a small, social group which meets at Doug’s Diner, 2574 Baseline Road in Boulder (BaseMar Shopping Center), for breakfast on Mondays at 8:30 am. It is fun, informative, and the food is very good.

Date/Time: Location: Contact:

Mondays, 8:30 am Doug’s Diner Louisa Young, 303-444-6428

RUNNING GROUP All runners are welcome! As a group we run mostly trails (Mt. Sanitas, Betasso, Mesa, Doudy, etc.) and usually on the weekends, but if you’re looking for road miles on the weekday, we do that as well. And if you just want to join the on-line group to track your runs for extra motivation, that works too. Register (free) at strava.com/clubs/fccb.

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Varies TBD Victor Austin, jvaustin@yahoo.com, 303-885-0990

SOCIAL GROUPS

TAI CHI Tai Chi is a gentle, non-strenuous way to build a stronger body-mind-spirit connection. Designed for everyone from beginners up - this class is a wonderful way to start the week. Be advised to dress in loose clothing and light footwear for maximum comfort. You may start the Tai Chi class at any time. This class is ongoing year-round.

The instructor is Virginia Schultz and the cost per class is $10.00.

Date/Time: Location: Contact:

Mondays, 9:00 – 10:00 am Admiral Arleigh A. Burke Park (across from Frasier Retirement Community) or via Zoom Keith Lance, keithlance@comcast.net, 720-232-5866

X WOMEN X Women are members of Gen X who identify as women. This group gathers socially to build peer relationships within the First Congregational community. Our name refers to our generation, at least one of our chromosomes, and our general superhero-like natures.

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The Third Friday of the month, 6:00 pm Rotating Locations Laura Riihimaki, lauradian@hotmail.com, Nicole Speer, nicole.speer@gmail.com, Jessica Austin, jessgaustin@yahoo.com

2024 SMALL GROUPS BOOKLET AND FAIR Our Small Groups Ministry is one of the ways we build community and grow in faith together. Join a book group or Bible study, write your memoir or poetry, talk about a movie, make music, participate in a social justice ministry, enjoy conversation with others at Men’s Breakfast, Women’s Spirituality, Wonder Women, X Women, Fellowship of the Grape, the LGBTQ and Allies Lunches, and much more.

Our Small Groups booklet will tell you everything you need to know to join a group. Print versions are available in the Link and on the church website, firstcong.net Several of the Groups will be represented at a Small Groups Fair on Sunday, September 15, at 11:45 AM in Plymouth Hall. Come and find out more!

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