Program Year Begins September 14 at Church Church School, Small Groups, and Social Justice Work Begin Again

Rumford, RI — The Sunday School at Newman Church will begin during worship at 10:00 a.m. on September 14 for kids grades K through 8, and professionally staffed nursery care is available during worship for infants and toddlers. You do not need to be a church member to participate. This is a great opportunity for kids to learn about the positive role that a faith journey can have in a local community, where neighbors gather to support each other, learn together, and live into the tradition of Jesus through service, compassion, humility, generosity, and prayer. After worship, stick around and join the community for an ice cream social in the church hall!

In the first several weeks Sundays of Church School, kids will learn foundational stories about Abraham, Sarah, Issac, Rebecca, Jacob, and Moses (the same stories adults will be learning about in worship!).

A Bible Study for adults meets on Fridays at 9:30 a.m. in a hybrid format on Zoom and in person at the church to discuss the week’s scripture. The Newman Church adult choir is also starting again after a summer break. The church’s Racial Equity Team is resuming their regular meetings and discussions in September. New members welcome to all groups.

Senior Minister Rev. Sam Lovett also hosts monthly book studies, circle process conversations, and holds drop-in office hours for members of the local community at Newman Church on Monday mornings and Thursday afternoons/evenings. These church offerings are open to the public. Contact the church office for more information. Rev. Lovett is available to provide pastoral care and accompaniment to community members through major life events.

If you are looking for a faith home, or dreaming about starting something new, you’ll find spiritual friends at Newman Church to join you on the journey.

Newman Congregational Church, United Church of Christ is located at 100 Newman Avenue, Rumford, RI 02916. For more information, contact the Church Office at 401-434-4742 X10.